From a high-energy tribute band to a Bay Area Latin rock group, here are three live Latin music events happening in the Sacramento area this week.

Five great reasons to leave the house and enjoy the lovely weather predicted in Sacramento for this weekend.

The Sacramento Shakespeare Festival brings two plays to William Land Park; plus, a unique stand-up comedy show in Midtown.

Downtown and Midtown Sacramento venues are hosting plenty of live music events this week — here are three to check out.

Whether you're into a choral singalong or want to rock out to instrumental carols, this week in Sacramento has a holiday show for you.

From a banana bonanza to a block party to an electronic music fest, there's no shortage of musical and cultural entertainment this weekend in Sacramento.

These weekend events in Sacramento will combine live music with food and more.

Here are three can't-miss music events in Sacramento this weekend.

If rock music just isn't your thing, don't despair: here's where to catch some live country, jazz and more in Sacramento this weekend.

Whether you're interested in growing your own tea garden, plumbing a pub crawl or dancing til you drop, you can make your own fun with these inexpensive events happening in Sacramento this week.

Looking for fun, entertaining performing and visual arts events to check out in Sacramento this week? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

Sacramento will soon see performances by Fleetwood Mac, Lindsey Stirling, and more.

There are no mistakes in art, and these Roseville-area painting and photography deals from the coming week offer a structured opportunity to express your creativity.

Seeking live music this weekend in Sacramento? Here are four shows to consider.

Nothing says summer like a mindless—or mind-blowing—action flick.

Looking for fun, entertaining events and activities to check out in Sacramento this week? Including dates, times, locations, and links to buy tickets.

From DJ beats to jazz classics, here are the local shows worth checking out this weekend in Sacramento.

From the Sacramento Ballet's "The Nutcracker" to ArtBeast Studio's creative classes for children, delve into the performing and visual arts in Sacramento this week.

Grammy Award-winning folkie Dom Clemons, EDM outfit Sofi Tukker, and German hard rockers Kingdom Come will all grace Sacramento-area stages this week.

From rap to heavy metal to rock 'n' roll, here are the local shows worth checking out this weekend.

Here are three music concerts and shows taking place this weekend in Sacramento.

Dance to Afro-Cuban jazz, garage house beats and more this week.

Whether you want to get involved in performing or just be entertained, a new Land Park comedy theater can help you locate some laughs.

Catch tributes to Pearl Jam and Green Day under one roof, a handful of rising local musicians at Capital Public Radio and more.

Here are three noteworthy music performances happening this weekend in Sacramento.

Looking for fun, entertaining performing and visual arts events to check out in Sacramento this week? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

Looking for fun, entertaining performing and visual arts events to check out in Sacramento this week? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

From emo to jazz to rock 'n' roll, here are the local music shows worth checking out this weekend.

Looking for fun, entertaining community and culture events to check out in Sacramento this week? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

Looking for the best affordable art galleries in Sacramento? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city in your price range, with ratings, photos and more.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top art galleries in Sacramento. Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Looking for fun, entertaining events and activities to check out in Sacramento this weekend? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.

Looking for solid dance studios in Stockton? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city, with ratings, photos and more.

Stockton debuts a new public mural, "Winged Wanderers," honoring migratory monarch butterflies. The artwork by Charly Malpass adds color to the Market Parking Garage and celebrates community-art collaborations.

Sacramento City College has named its learning center after author Joan Didion, an alumna, and received a $500,000 donation from the Didion family and the Sacramento Historical Society.

The "Bat HabiTAT" art exhibit in Sacramento City Hall combines local art with environmental education, featuring bat-inspired works by regional artists to highlight the importance of bats.

Sacramento's Office of Arts and Culture opens second round of "Creative Venues Grant" program, offering $10,000 and $20,000 grants for local arts venues.

Sacramento arts and culture nonprofits can apply for a share of $950,000 in grants from the Cultural Arts Awards Program until December 15, with a focus on diversity, equity, and community impact.

Sacramento introduces the 'Hanami' public art installation at Robert T. Matsui Waterfront Park, with an opening event on October 23 that requires registration. The piece celebrates nature and community.

Sacramento Poetry Week, led by Poet Laureate Andru Defeye, will feature events like open mics, educational sessions, a poetry slam, contests with cash prizes, and free rides on public transit for those with a local poem.

Old Sacramento received its holiday tree, a 60-foot, 12,000-pound white fir from Siskiyou County, beginning the festive season with a lighting ceremony planned for Nov 27. It will be adorned with lights and special effects by Stage Nine Exhibits.

Davis honors Karim Abou Najm with "Fiat Lux" art installation, funded by his family, friends, UC Davis, and the city's arts fund, unveiling it in a celebratory event relocated due to weather.

Sacramento is offering grants for youth creative workforce readiness, through the American Rescue Plan Act, with applications now open for nonprofits and businesses.

The Sacramento City Council designated a historic Tudor Revival-style home, once the residence of Ronald Reagan, as a landmark to preserve its cultural heritage.

Skaters and artists painted a mural at a free paint-and-skate event at Sacramento's skate park, with supplies provided and waivers required for skating.

Folsom's historic train depot reopens as a modern community hub with office spaces and a performing artists' area, exemplifying a successful preservation project with community support.

Sacramento celebrates "Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month" with a new interactive Public Art GIS Mapping Tool for exploring local art and events including the CA Arts & Culture Summit and Arts Advocacy Day.

Sacramento launches the Creative Growth Fellowship to support local artists, providing $850 monthly for a year to eligible participants, starting June 2025, with federal funding from ARPA.

Placer County's Heritage Trail Museums Tour offers free admission to 29 sites from June 7 to September 6, with live events and a prize draw for visitors collecting stamps on a 'Get Up and Go' card.

Sacramento introduces a Creative Growth Fellowship offering $850 monthly for a year to support local artists, excluding certain disciplines and city government associates. Applications close on June 20.

The public piano initiative, In the Key of Davis, is back, allowing people to play pianos at various locations in Davis, including Central Park and the Davis Food Co-Op, from June 5 until fall.

Sacramento awards $950,000 in cultural arts grants to 72 local nonprofits to support arts and cultural experiences, funded by the City's Measure U, General Fund, and County's Tax.

The Gallery at 48 Natoma in Folsom will exhibit Jyotsna Bhamidipati's photography from June 27 to August 14, exploring culture and culinary experiences. An opening reception will be held on June 27.

"The Living Balance" is a 5,000-square-foot educational mural in Sacramento's Sutter’s Landing Regional Park, celebrating cultural and environmental heritage.

Sacramento entrepreneurs polished their pitches for the EveryDay Creative Pitch Night after a 12-week accelerator program, aiming to impress peers and investors.

The City Hall in Sacramento hosts an art exhibit curated by NJ Mvondo that addresses gender-based violence and promotes healing and resilience through various artworks.

Sacramento has launched a film rebate program, offering up to $250,000 for eligible productions shooting in the city, aiming to boost local businesses and workforce.

The former AMF Land Park Lanes building in Sacramento has been designated a historical site, making it eligible for tax incentives and emphasizing its importance to various community groups.

UC Riverside laid off the entire team managing California's premier digital newspaper archive despite recent funding restoration, putting 23.5 million historical pages at risk.

Sacramento initiates an artistic crosswalk project to enhance pedestrian safety and community engagement in South Natomas, emphasizing creative designs by artists near local schools.

Sacramento's Latino Center of Art and Culture launches community fundraising as federal cuts create uncertainty for cultural organizations serving the region's Latinx community.

The City of Sacramento's Office of Arts and Culture is accepting applications for its 2026 Emerging Curators Fellowship, offering stipends and exhibition opportunities at the Robert T. Matsui Gallery.

Sacramento's premier cinema celebration marks 30 years with an expanded three-season format and star-studded lineup featuring SAG-AFTRA partnerships.

Rancho Cordova transforms its streets into a public art space, featuring vibrant utility boxes, traffic signals, and street murals designed to enhance safety and community engagement.

Sacramento awarded $2.04 million to 200 artists through the Creative Growth Fellowship, aiming to support the creative sector post-COVID, with recipients getting $850 monthly for a year.

The Center for Sacramento History hosts a talk by Beth Lew-Williams on forgotten Chinese American history based on her book, including a Q&A and book signing.

Natomas hosted a self-guided Public Art Crawl for residents to explore local art across Districts 1 and 3, promoting community engagement and creativity.

The Center for Sacramento History will hold its 15th Annual Sacramento Archives Crawl on October 4th, with free access to special collections and exhibits.

Jonathan Wiser was appointed as the General Manager of the SAFE Credit Union Convention and Performing Arts District in Sacramento, with 25 years of experience in the industry.

The Lodi Fire Department hosts a Fire Prevention Chalk Art Contest for youths under 14, focusing on lithium-ion battery safety with prizes up to $100.

Rancho Cordova collaborates with local students to install rain-activated poetry on streets to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and engage the community.

Sacramento musicians can attend The Sound Business Summit, with free workshops to boost their careers, including a “Making Money with Music” session, from November 10–15.

Sacramento offers grants to small arts groups for operational costs, with a total fund of $100,000 and individual grants up to $5,000. Applications close on December 5, 2025.

The Kneebone family ranch and cemetery were recognized as a Nevada County historical landmark, with plaques unveiling their pioneer history and tragedies.

Folsom seeks nominees for its Arts & Culture Achievement Awards to celebrate local artistic contributions. Nominations are submitted online, with a deadline of February 25, 2026.

Collin Seaman, an IT professional in Nevada County, stars as Rooster in the local production of "Annie," balancing his full-time job with theater rehearsals and performances.

The Sac Film Fest's winter session opens this weekend with international shorts, panels and a sold-out feature premiere at The Sofia.

Bids have topped $11,000 for Jello Biafra’s dented 1989 Celica, which is being auctioned to support Alternative Tentacles and may include a Bay Area spin.

A retired UC Davis painter's seven-year mural sits unfinished after a fall left him with expressive aphasia. His daughter’s viral TikTok has made their home a focal point for a national conversation about language loss and care.

A Midtown Sacramento institution, Celebration Arts says a state funding cutoff and leadership shake-up have left it racing to raise roughly $40K to stay open through March. Organizers have launched a grassroots campaign while trimming next year’s season.

Broadway’s The Lion King plays in Sacramento Jan. 7–25 at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center with matinees and special-access performances. Expect large-scale puppetry and Elton John favorites.

Black Soil at the Sacramento History Museum pairs art and archives to trace Black agricultural contributions. The show features shovel sculptures and local growers’ stories through March 29, 2026.

An ambitious regional triennial titled "Around Here" will link 80+ Bay Area arts organizations in March–June 2027. Expect a mobile hub, weekend 'Spotlight' programs and a new grant fund.

After decades of planning, state and tribal leaders broke ground on the California Indian Heritage Center in West Sacramento; phase one will include a welcome area and amphitheater.

Owner Marina Texeira says repeated fines and a lapsed security permit threaten the nearly 100-year-old Torch Club. City staff and a councilmember are arranging a meeting to try to resolve compliance issues.

Anchor & Tree has taken over the Crocker Café, serving small-batch roasts and art-inspired menu items open to the public.

From pétanque picnics to a 25th‑anniversary film festival, Sacramento’s French scene centers on the Alliance and neighborhood venues. A local look at where it’s happening.

Aftershock is inviting unsigned acts to submit a song for a chance to play its Oct. 1–4, 2026 festival in Sacramento via DWPresents' Twitch competitions.

Sac State alum Jessilee Windhaus has opened Haus of Comedy at the Eagle Theatre on the Old Sacramento waterfront. The troupe plans weekend improv nights, classes and community programs.

The family behind the Strawberry Music Festival canceled its Oct. 15–18 fall gathering in Grass Valley while organizers regroup; tickets can be refunded or rolled into spring.