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Movies Off the Wall @ Crocker Art Museum

film starts at sundown // August 20th movie: Clueless // the Crocker’s beloved film series screened in the outdoor courtyard

Jazz Night @ Crocker Art Museum: Tod Dickow & Charged Particles

L.A. Jazz Scene said they offer “exciting music” that JazzThing magazine says their music “sizzles and pulsates.”

Fri, September 4 - Sat, September 5

Behind the Barre 2026 @ Red Museum

Sept 4th & 5th, 2026 // An outdoor festival that celebrates and showcases the Sacramento arts scene, with more than 30 featured local artists, dancers, choreographers, musicians, and makers.

Stephen Malkmus @ Crest Theater

Stephen Malkmus is a singer and guitarist in the groups Pavement, The Jicks, and the Hard Quartet and was a member of Silver Jews. A graduate of the University of Virginia and a tennis enthusiast, he lives in Chicago.

Sat, September 12

2nd Saturday Art Walk: ARTHOUSE Gallery

2nd Sat artist reception: 5-8pm / 2nd Sat artist talk: 6pm / Exhibit: Sept 10 – Oct 5 // “Tarnish, Rust & Rivets” – Artwork by Karen Burns

Fri, September 18

The Set Sketch Comedy September at The Ooley

The Set performs all new material on Sept 11, 12, and 18. Long-form comedy sketches, akin to one-act plays w fully developed characters and story arcs that culminate to a riotous finish

Sat, September 19

Hard Hats & High Heels Gala

Join Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento for Hard Hats & High Heels Gala, an unforgettable black-tie celebration dedicated to community, compassion, and purpose.

Sun, September 20

Preservation Sacramento’s 50th Annual Historic Home Tour

This year’s tour will take place in the Old Washington School and New Washington School historic districts, between 12th & 19th Street, C and H Street.

Sun, October 4 - Thu, October 8

AFTERSHOCK 2026 @ Discovery Park

Oct 1-4 // My Chemical Romance, The Offspring, Sublime, Limp Bizkit, $UICIDEBOY$, Wu-Tang Clan, Public Enemy, Cypress Hill, Insane Clown Posse, Pierce The Veil, A Day To Remember, TOOL, Queens of the Stone Age, Danny Elfman, and more

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Thu, August 20

Thursday Bodega Market in Downtown Sacramento

Thursdays, 10:30am-1:30pm// Grab hot food, handmade goods, live music, and weekly activities that fit perfectly into your lunch hour.

Thu, August 20

Omari Tau @ The Sofia

The Omari Tau Quintet will bring an evening of genre-blending artistry to the stage, led by the extraordinary baritone and multi-dimensional performer Omari Tau.

Sacramento Restaurants & Bars

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Midtown Lounge

Your neighborhood lounge for cider, beer, bar bites, and good times. They have small bites and bar snacks, and a variety of theme nights too!
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Localis

Chef Chris Barnum-Dann and the Localis team capture the essence of a season with vibrant, nuanced flavors and impeccable presentation. Localis is a MICHELIN Guide-starred restaurant located in Midtown, Sacramento.
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La Trattoria Bohemia

Czech and Italian specialty dishes, European beers on tap, house-made pizzas, and weekday lunch. Find La Trattoria Bohemia on J Street in East Sacramento!
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Bombay Bar & Grill

Fine Indian cuisine with eclectic dishes from Lamb Curry and Fish Coconut to Vegetable Korma and Tandoori Specialties. Bombay Bar & Grill has a full bar and is located in Midtown Sacramento.
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Azul Mexican Food & Tequila Bar

Azul brings authentic Mexican food and modern Mexican style to Midtown Sacramento at the centrally located MARRS building. Full Bar & Extensive Tequila & Mezcal Menu.

Taqueria Maya

Authentic taqueria located on Broadway. 2025 update: New Owners – same menu plus happy hour food and drink specials!
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Life on the Grid

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Cora Coffee

Brewed to Perfection, Crafted with Love. Cora Coffee is located in Downtown Sacramento on the corner of 12th and J Street. Serving coffee, espresso, matcha, tea, chai, and hand-crafted coffehouse bites.
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Gunther’s Quality Ice Cream

Serving Sacramento since 1940 and Voted Best Ice Cream Shop in California!
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Limelight Bar & Cafe

Limelight Bar & Cafe, on the border of East Sacramento and Midtown, is a Sacramento staple for Life on the Grid. Full bar, trivia, game watch, and card room. Limelight serves Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Brunch.
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Grange Restaurant

A culinary expression of all things local, serving up farm-to-fork cuisine in downtown Sacramento.
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Frank Fat’s

Frank Fat’s has been serving Sacramento since 1939! Just a few blocks from the State Capitol building, Frank Fat’s is a favorite for politicos and locals alike. A Sacramento institution right here on the Grid. More

Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Shop

The Sacramento region’s best yarn shop for over 50 years!! More

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Aug 13

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OFFICIALLY OPEN ✅✅✅
Congratulations to TEMPLE, NIXTACO, and BAWK!!
Find them in Terminal B at SMF! ☕🍗🌮

@flysmf
@templecoffee
@bawkchicken
@nixtaco

Aug 13

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Learn how to make Origami Boxes this Saturday at @rumpelstiltskin_yarn, located downtown on R Street in the Arthouse building next door to Fox & Goose.

Sign up on Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Store`s website:
https://rumpelyarn.com/

DETAILS 👇

Join us to fold cute little origami boxes!

In this fun workshop, you`ll learn to make small boxes with perfectly-fitting lids, in beautifully patterned paper. Great for storing stitch markers, organizing game pieces, or just looking pretty on your dresser!

All materials supplied.

Saturday, August 15, 2026
10:30am-12pm
1.5-hour session

Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Store
1021 R Street
Sacramento 95811
916-442-9225
https://rumpelyarn.square.site/

PLEASE REVIEW CLASS POLICIES BEFORE SIGNING UP:

• Yarn for our classes must come from Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Store, we are happy to help you choose the best yarn for your class or project.

• NO REFUNDS for class payments. Fees must be paid in full prior to class.

• Missed classes may not be made up or rescheduled.

• Cancellation requests must be made one week prior to class, store credit will not be issued if you cancel less than 7 days before the class date.

• Classes must meet minimum enrollment in order to run or they may be cancelled. You will be contacted directly if this happens.

Aug 12

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8/12/26 Breaking news >> It's Weenie Wednesday at @midtownloungesac. Get 5 cans and 5 dogs for $28.

Midtown Lounge
Cider. Beer. Food. Fun.
1111 24th Street, #102
24th between K & L in Midtown
916-942-9306
https://www.midtownloungesac.com/events

Currently on tap:
7 ciders
4 IPAs
3 lager
1 pilsner
2 wine cocktails
and an English-style Bitter Nitro out of Roseville

https://www.midtownloungesac.com/whats-on-tap

Aug 12

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Sunset Sips Happy Hour continues through September in downtown Sacramento > $5, $7, $9 drinks every Wednesday 4-7pm at participating restaurants and bars > @mayahuelsac, @lacosecha916, @seventhstreetstandard, @claytonclubsacramento, @citizencrafthouse, @elladiningroomandbar, @tentenroom @lockedbarrel, @cabanaclubsacramento > swipe to see all!

* brought to you by @downtownsac 🙌💛

Mayahuel > corner of 12th and K
Ella > corner 12th and K
Citizen Capitol Craft House > corner of 12th and J
Locked Barrel > 11th and J in the Elks Tower
La Cosecha > 9th Street between I and J
Ten Ten Room > 9th between J and K
The 7th Street Standard > corner of 7th and L
Clayton Club rooftop > corner of 7th and L
Cabana Club > DOCO

Swipe for the map!