April PlanAhead: Your Sacramento events calendar

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Sac PlanAhead for April 2022

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Happy April, Sacramento. Those seasonal sneezes are here, which means that spring has officially sprung. This month brings us events like Easter, Earth Day + Sac’s very own Photography Month. 📸

If you’re anything like us, you’re going to be celebrating with River Cats games, gardening classes, and local art exhibitions. Don’t be an April fool — read on for some of the top events happening this month in the River City.

All month long

  • Bold to Abstract | All month long | Times vary | Jackrabbit Brewing Co., 1323 Terminal St., West Sacramento | Free | Subtitled “A Visual Journey Through the California Landscape,” see the work of established nature photographers from Sacramento.
  • Art Gallery and Art Cafe | Wednesdays-Fridays | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Atrium, 1020 Front St. | Free | Explore local + eco-friendly crafts, from inner-tube wallets to homemade jewelry. ♻️
  • Drag Bingo | Every Thursday | 6 p.m. | Flatstick Pub, 630 K St. | $5 | Enjoy a night of bingo, prizes, and beer hosted by one of Sacramento’s fabulous queens, Apple Adams.
  • Chess Club | Every Thursday | 6 p.m. | Odd Cookie Bakery Cafe + Bar | Free | An informal meet-up for chess players of all abilities, including those who’ve never played before — just note that this event is 21+. ♟️
  • Tipsy Tuesday Trivia | Every Tuesday | 6 p.m. | Flatstick Pub, 630 K St. | Free | Grab a team of 2-6 people and show off your trivia knowledge for a chance to win prizes.
  • Stand-up Open Mic | Every Tuesday | 8 p.m. | Sacramento Comedy Spot | $6 | From seasoned veterans to recent stand-up comedy recruits, you never know who you might see — and that’s part of the laugh.
  • Drag Brunch | Every Saturday | 1:30-3 p.m. | Solomon’s | Prices vary | Everything is better in drag, especially brunches with delicious bagel sandwiches.
  • Trivia Night | Every Wednesday | 7 p.m. | Bike Dog Brewery, 915 Broadway | Free | Assemble your trivia crew for this weekly test of wits and locally brewed suds.
  • Funk Night | Every Thursday | 6 p.m. | Good News Wine | Free | Put on your dancing shoes, grab some sparkling wine — or a flight of the very best reds — and vibe out to the sounds of funk, soul, and disco.
  • Winn Farmers’ Market | Wednesdays | 3 p.m.-7:30 p.m. | Winn Park | Free | Wander through the park as purveyors of organic goods stock their booths, food trucks hum, live music plays + wine glasses clink.
  • Farm to Studio Photography Exhibit | Fridays-Sundays | 3-7 p.m. | Freeport Wine Country Inn, 8201 Freeport Blvd. | Free | Enjoy a glass of wine + experience 30 different images looking at the shapes, textures, and sometimes inherent humor of farm-fresh produce.
  • Midtown Market | Saturdays | 10 a.m. | 2011 J St. | Free | Enjoy a rotating selection of local artists, music, food and vendors.
  • Certified Farmers’ Market | Sundays | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | 1689 Arden Way | Free | Buy farm-to-table fruits, veggies, and meats directly from farmers in the Farm-to-Fork Capital.

Friday April 1 – Sunday April 3

Friday, April 1

  • Journey: Freedom Tour 2022 | Fri., April 1 | 7 p.m. | Golden 1 Center | $70+ | Opening performance by Toto, doors open at 5:30 p.m.
  • Real Live Comedians | Fri., April 1 | 8 p.m.| STAB! Comedy Theater, 1710 Broadway | $12 | A live stream of the show will be available as well.
  • BLOOM Choreography Showcase | Fri., April 1-Sat., April 2 | Times vary | Sac Dance Lab, 1807 Tribute Rd. | $25 | Some shows are not suitable for audiences under 18.
  • Wicked | Fri., April 1-Sun., April 24 | Times vary | SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center | $39+ | Learn the truth about the witches of Oz in this magical production. 🪄
  • Lawrence Owens featuring Nat Baimel | Fri., April 1-Sat., April 2 | Times vary | Laughs Unlimited | $25 | Two-drink minimum required.

Saturday, April 2

  • Aly & AJ: A Touch of the Beat Tour | Sat., April 2 | 8:30 p.m.| The Crest Theater, 1013 K St. | $25+ | Opening performance by The Brummies, doors open at 7:30 p.m.
  • Sacramento Republic FC vs. Monterey Bay FC | Sat., April 2 | 7 p.m. | Heart Health Park | $16 | Show your support during First Responders’ Night. ⚽
  • Tyler, The Creator: Call Me If You Get Lost Tour | Sat., April 2 | 8 p.m. | Golden 1 Center | $125+ | No need to ask “Who Dat Boy” — the era-defining rapper + founder of Odd Future is coming to Sacramento.
  • GO2 Foundation Sacramento Walk/Run | Sat., April 2 | 8 a.m. | William Land Park, 3800 W. Land Park Dr. | $25+ | Get active and help raise money for lung cancer research.
  • Jewelry Box Making Workshop | Sat., April 2 | 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Ebony London Art Studio, 204 23rd St. | $95 | Class admission includes materials and supplies
  • Nature Day at The HIVE | Sat., April 2 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | ZSpecialty Food, 1221 Harter Ave., Woodland | Free | Enjoy activities and workshops about how to reduce your carbon footprint.
  • Conservation + Sustainability Day | Sat., April 2 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Koobs Nature Area, 5325 Engle Rd. | Free | Bring the whole family and learn how to help our planet ahead of Earth Day 🌎
  • Spring Gardening Clinic & Organic Plant Sale | Sat., April 2 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Soil Born Farms, 2140 Chase Dr, Rancho Cordova | Free | Learn how to grow vigorous spring veggies at this event with activities about container gardening, irrigation, soil health + tours like the pollinator garden walk. 🪴
  • High Tea + Mini Floral Arrangement | Sat., April 2 | 2-3 p.m. | Propagate, 1700 I St. | $60 | Enjoy High Tea with Red Modern Sweets while creating your own floral arrangement with organic flowers from local farmer + florist, Alcott Botanicals. 💐

Sunday, April 3

  • Family Movie Matinee at the Guild Theater | Sun., April 3 | 2 p.m. | The Guild Theater, 2828 35th St. | Free | Bring the whole family for a free screening of Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther.”
  • An Evening with Pasquale Esposito | Sun., April 3 | 7:30 p.m. | The Sofia, 2700 Capitol Ave. | $62+ | The international singer brings his tenor voice back to Sacramento.
  • John Ross and His Little Friends | Sun., April 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Punch Line Sacramento | $18+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
  • Vinyl Apocalypse | Sun., April 3 | 12-5 p.m. | Sudwerk Brewing Company, 2001 2nd St., Davis | Free | Armadillo Music is taking over Sudwerk to offer deals on vinyl, CDs, and DVDs. 🎸
  • Sactown’s Finest Market | Sun., April 3 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 1600 Tribute Rd. | Free | A flea market highlighting the very best of NorCal, from vintage items to handcrafted food.

Monday April 4 – Sunday April 10

Monday, April 4

  • Rodrigo Amarante | Mon., April 4 | 7:30 p.m. | The Sofia, 2700 Capitol Ave. | $25+ | Come check out the artist who created the theme tune for the Netflix drama “Narcos” while they tour for “Drama,” their second solo album.

Tuesday, April 5

  • Sacramento Kings vs. New Orleans Pelicans | Tues., April 5 | 7 p.m. | Golden 1 Center | $15+ | All fans receive a free Sixth Man shirt. 🏀
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Sugar Land Space Cowboys | Tues., April 5 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $14+ | Celebrate opening night as baseball season officially begins. ⚾
  • Nightcap: Drag Cabaret | Tues., April 5 | 8 p.m. | Punch Line Sac | $17+ | Comedy + cabaret come together in this monthly show.
  • Gallery Bytes: The Art of Photography | Tues., April 5 | 10 a.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $3 | Take an in-depth look at the Crocker’s photo exhibits in this virtual event.
  • Banff Mountain Film Festival | Tues., April 5-Wed., April 6 | 6:30 | Davis Senior High School, 315 W. 14th St. | $20 | No mountain’s tall enough for these films about rock climbing, alpinism + more at this annual event — different movies will be screened each night, with virtual viewing an option. 🏔️

Wednesday, April 6

Thursday, April 7

  • 3rd Annual Rancho Cordova Student Art Show | Thurs., April 7-Sat., April 23 | Times vary | Mills Station Arts & Culture Center, 10191 Mills Station Rd. | Free | Celebrate 200+ pieces of art created by local K-12 students.
  • John Mulaney: From Scratch 2022 Tour | Thurs., April 7 | 8 p.m. | Golden 1 Center | $49+ | The SNL alum brings his irreverent brand of observational comedy to the City of Trees.
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Sugar Land Space Cowboys | Thurs., April 7 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $12+ | ⚾
  • Planet or Plastic? | Thurs., April 7-Sun., Aug. 7 | Times vary | The California Museum | Free+ | This exhibition tells the story of plastic — from its invention to its current mass consumption — across 70 photos, infographics + videos.

Friday, April 8

  • The Room | Fri., April 8 | 10 p.m. | The Tower Theater | $11.50 | Experience the cult classic that will make you say, “Oh hi, Mark.”
  • Resin Pouring Charcuterie Board Workshop | Fri., April 8 | 6 p.m. | Warehouse Creative, 116 K St. | $90+ | Students can choose between three different board sizes and two different types of wood.
  • Movie Night in the Vines | Fri., April 8 | 8 p.m. | Bogle Winery, 37783 Country Rd. 144 | $20+ | Tasting wine while watching “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” is so choice.
  • Mumbo Gumbo | Fri., April 8 | 7 p.m. | The Sofia, 2700 Capitol Ave. | $42 | The Northern California music group brings their unique sound to the City of Trees.
  • WomanWorks | Fri., April 8 | 6-9 p.m. | Sacramento Pipeworks | Free+ | A meetup for women climbers who want to build strength + gain confidence, all while making new friends.
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Sugar Land Space Cowboys | Fri., April 8 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $14+ | ⚾

Saturday, April 9

Sunday, April 10

  • Sacramento Antique Faire | April., March 13 | 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Sleep Train Arena | $3 | Discover 300+ vendors from California, Nevada, and other surrounding states selling antiques, collectibles, and vintage goods.
  • Kids and Co. Gallery Adventures | Sun., April 10 | 10:30 a.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $8+ | Introduce children to the world of art with this tour through the Crocker Art Museum.
  • Classical Concerts: Opus Two | Sun., April 10 | 3 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $15+ | After a two-year delay, Opus Two returns to the River City as part of the Classical Concert Series.
  • The “OffDaChange” Show | Sun., April 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Punch Line Sac | $17+ | Headliner Steph Sanders brings his energetic new show to the City of Trees.
  • Spencer Day | Sun., April 10 | 7 p.m. | The Sofia | $35+ | The chart-topping jazz singer + songwriter drops by The Sofia for one night only.
  • Picturing Poetry | Sun., April 10 | 1-3:30 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $55+ | Explore art, poetry, and mindfulness in this mixed-media course.
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Sugar Land Space Cowboys | Sun., April 10 | 1:05 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $12+ | ⚾
  • Photo Walks | Sun., April 10, Sat., April 23 + Sat., April 30 | Times vary | Locations vary | Free | Join the Nevada County Camera Club on photographic excursions through Nevada City + Grass Valley designed to help you capture the very best shots — even with your cell phone.

Monday April 11 – Sunday April 17

Monday, April 11

  • Spring Break Mural Camp | Mon., April 11-Fri. April 15 | 1-4 p.m. | Blue Line Arts Gallery, 405 Vernon St. | $170+ | Kids 8-12 can learn the difference between public and personal art during this five-day camp.
  • Veteran Job Fair | Mon., April 11 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Expect to talk with representatives from companies like Amazon, Apple, and the TSA.

Tuesday, April 12

  • Paint-A-Palooza | Tues., April 12 | 8:30-12 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $85+ | Kids 8-12 can embrace their creative side + learn some basic brush techniques along the way.
  • What IF Conference | Tues., April 12 + Thurs., April 14 | Times vary | The Impact Foundry, 4700 Roseville Rd. | $115 | Nonprofits, speakers, philanthropists + advocates come together to explore what’s possible when people care.
  • Omar Apollo | Tues., April 12 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $83+ | A product of the DIY SoundCloud scene, the Mexican-American funk + R&B artist cites Prince, Neil Young, and the Internet as influences.
  • Shannon & the Clams | Tues., April 12 | 9 p.m. | Harlow’s | $20+ | The indie rock outfit is touring behind “The Year of the Spider” — an album described as raging “against death and disease with the anger of a thousand angry Ronnettes.”

Wednesday, April 13

  • April Open Garden | Wed., April 13 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fair Oaks Horticulture Center, 11549 Fair Oaks Blvd. | Free | Take a stroll through the gardens + ask Master Gardeners your horticulture-related questions.
  • Wee Wednesday | Wed., April 13 | 10:30 and 11 a.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $15 | Immerse your tot in the world of art and creativity with a special museum tour just for kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
  • Family Sangha | Wed., April 13 | 10-11:45 a.m. | Sacramento Dharma Center, 3111 Wissemann Dr. | Free+ | This event welcomes those practicing Buddhism who would like to develop a spiritual community with their parents, siblings, or other relatives.
  • PUP | Wed., April 13 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $25 | With a name that stands for “pathetic use of potential,” the Canadian band is sure to upend expectations — especially if you’re into hardcore, punk + emo.
  • Anthony, Vinny, and Friends | Wed., April 13 | 7 p.m. | Punch Line Sacramento | $25+ | These up-and-coming comedians hope to bring the heat of SoCal with them at this headlining show.

Thursday, April 14

  • Guided Tour: Photography | Thurs., April 14 | 1 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum | Free+ | Take a deep focus view of the museum’s collection of photography + its related mediums.
  • ArtMix: Crockercon | Thurs., April 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum | $10+ | Put on your Jedi best for this after-hours event brimming with live performances, music + opportunities to make your own art.
  • Orville Peck | Thurs., April 14 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $103+ | The masked + mysterious singer is riding into Midtown on “Bronco” — his brand new album of country croons.
  • Sugar Sammy | Thurs., April 14-Sat., April 16 | 6-9 p.m. | Punch Line Sacramento | Prices vary | The venerable comedian — he’s currently a judge on France’s version of America’s Got Talent — can tell a joke in English, French, Hindi, and Punjabi.
  • Veteran Job Fair | Thurs., April 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Connect with hiring managers from local + national companies like Hyatt, IBM, and Mastercard.
  • Catalyst | Thurs., April 14-Sat., April 16 | Times Vary | The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts | $65 | This ballet program features the premier of the resident choreographer for the Cincinnati Ballet’s “Soar,” as well as a piece entitled “New Work” by Sacramento Ballet’s very own Julia Feldman. 🩰

Friday, April 15

  • Elk Grove Brewfest 2022 | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | Elk Grove Regional Park | $55+ | Admission includes unlimited beer tasting. 🍺
  • Yola: Stand For Myself Tour | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $32.50+ | The Grammy nominee brings her English vocals to the West Coast.
  • I Remember Yesterday: Film Premiere | Fri., April 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Celebration Arts, 2727 B St. | $15 | Sacramento-based filmmaker Imani Mitchell’s new movie is an examination of homelessness + reconciliation.
  • Traitors | Fri., April 15 | Goldfield Trading Post | $16+ | Enjoy this alternative + indie band joined by Left To Suffer, wristmeetrazor, Willow, and Scumfuck.

Saturday, April 16

  • Spring Rummage Sale | Sat., April 16 | 7 a.m.-1 p.m. | Orangevale Community Center, 6826 Hazel Ave. | Free | There’s something for everyone at this community-sized sale.
  • Air Park Eggstravaganza 2022 | Sat., April 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Aerospace Museum of California | $5+ | Kids will have an eggs-ellent time with the games, activities + crafts available.
  • Easter in the Park 2022 | Sat., April 16 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Fourth Avenue Park, 4040 4th Ave. | Free | Bring the kids for a community egg hunt with 4,000+ eggs.
  • Sac Town Spring Bash | Sat., April 16 | 7:30 p.m. | The Colonial Theater | $10 | Celebrate the season of pollinators with these rappers from in and around the 916.
  • Kabir Singh | Sat., April 16 | 8 p.m. + 10:30 p.m. | Laughs Unlimited | $25 | The comedian who has headlined every major comedy club in the Golden State + was seen on America’s Got Talent in 2021 is coming to Sac.

Sunday, April 17

  • Spring Bling Colors Affair | $40+ | Dance away at Sac’s first outdoor day rave, featuring a list of award-winning musical talents. 💙
  • Mimosa Fest Sacramento | Sun., April 17 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Goldfield Trading Post | Price of purchases | Admission comes with one free mimosa. 🥂
  • Spring Eggstravaganza | Sat., April 16 + Sun., April 17 | Fairytale Town, 3901 Land Park Dr. | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | An egg-citing weekend featuring egg hunts, prizes, spring themed arts and crafts. shoulders so you have a head start on your painting process. 🐶

Monday April 18 – Sunday April 24

Monday, April 18

  • Farmers Market | Mon., Apr 18 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Kaiser Permanente Point West, 1650 Response Rd. | Price of purchase | Stop by and see what Salle Orchards has on its stands for the farmers market, ranging from walnuts to an expansive variety of fruit depending on the season. 🍎
  • California Climate Policy Summit 2022 | Mon., April 18 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sacramento State | Listen in as elected + business leaders, policy experts, activists, and environmental justice advocates discuss how to build support for climate policy.
  • Sacramento Bridal Beauty Class | Mon., April 18 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Polish and Pout, 3875 Taylor Rd. | $300 | Learn the application techniques for an amazing bridal makeup look + better understand what it takes to be a bridal artist at this three-hour class.
  • All That Remains | Mon., April 18 | 5:30 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $28+ | See The Fall of Ideals 15th Anniversary tour from this heavy metal band. 🎸
  • Elk Grove Virtual Job Fair | Mon., April 18 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Check out this job fair for entry level positions with recruiters from companies such as Amazon, Apple, and TSA. 💼

Tuesday, April 19

  • A Great Migration | Tues., April 19- Sun., May 29 | Times vary | B St. Theater | Prices vary | This play by Preston Choi touches on family, identity, and the migratory patterns of the monarch butterfly.
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Oklahoma Dodgers | Tues., April 19 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $11+ |
  • Glass Act Mosaics Class | Tues., April 19 | 12-3 p.m. | Sierra 2, 2791 24th St. | $12+ | Transform glass, tile, jewelry, shells + beads applied to a variety of objects and surfaces with other artists. 🏺
  • Sac State Softball vs. Stanford | Tues., April 19 | 1 p.m. | Shea Stadium | $10 | 🥎
  • Poke Party - Cooking Class | Tues., April 19 7-9 p.m. | Tower Brewing, 1210 66th St. | $45 | Join Chef Catalina and learn how to craft your own perfected poke bowl while you sip your favorite Tower Brewing drink. 🍱

Wednesday, April 20

  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Oklahoma Dodgers | Wed., April 20 | 12:05 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $13+ |
  • Tech N9ne | Wed., April 20 | 6 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $43+ | Enjoy an evening singing along with the rapper that’s sold over two million albums. 🎤
  • Central Valley Tour | Wed., Apr 20-Fri, April 22 | 7:30 a.m. | Water Education Foundation, 2151 River Plaza Dr. | $100+ | This three-day, two-night tour travels the length of the San Joaquin Valley, giving participants an understanding of the State Water Project + Central Valley Project. 🥾
  • Mike Glazer & His Buds | Wed., April 20 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Punch Line Sac | Check out how this co-host of the comedy cannabis podcast “Weed + Grub” has everyone laughing. 🎤
  • DIY Small Table Workshop | Wed., April 20 | Urban Wood Rescue, 6045 Midway St. | $155 | Spend the morning with local maker Bethany Hannah as they guide you through crafting your own beautiful piece of furniture. 🪵

Thursday, April 21

  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Oklahoma Dodgers | Thurs., April 21 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $12+ |
  • Ashley Gavin | Thurs., April 21 | 8 p.m. | Punch Line Sacramento | $25+ | Check out the comedian + writer, best known for her podcast “We’re Having Gay Sex.” 🎤
  • Virtual Job Fair | Thurs., April 21 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | 💼
  • Basics of Construction Accounting Class | Thurs., April 21 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Airco Mechanical Inc., 8210 Demetre Ave. | $250 | Learn about the key processes of construction accounting + earn 8 CPE credits in the field of accounting. 🔢
  • Diggin Dirt | Thurs., April 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Goldfield Trading Post | $15+ | Check out this eight-piece funk + soul powerhouse from NorCal, with special guest Love Mischief. 🎶

Friday, April 22

  • Wilderness & Remote First Aid Class | Fri., April 22-Sat., April 23 | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | Sac State | $150+ | Learn the skills you need to handle a wilderness first aid emergency. 🩹
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Oklahoma Dodgers | Fri., April 22 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $14+ |
  • Beabadoobee | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $23+ | Check out the Filipino-British singer-songwriter who has released titles such as Lice, Patched Up, Loveworm + Space Cadet.
  • Beautiful Backgrounds in Acrylic and Mixed Media | Fri., April 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Jennifer Keller Art Studio, 4311 Attawa Ave. | $125 | Learn the proper techniques to create lush backgrounds on three different canvases. 🎨
  • Tony Roberts | Laugh along with this nationally-known comedian featuring special guest Rudy Ortiz + hosted by Drew Shafer. 🎤
  • Wednesday | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | The Starlet Room | $13 | Hear from the pop vocal group with special guests Meet Cute + Dusty Miller.

Saturday, April 23

  • Sacramento SPCA’s Doggy Dash | Sat., April 23 | 10 a.m. | William Land Park, 3800 W. Land Park Dr. | $35+ | Join the largest 2K + 5K Walk in NorCal to benefit the furry friends in our city. 🐶
  • Loud Day Party | Sat., April 23 | 12 p.m. | Cesar Chavez Plaza | $25+ | The Saturday show will feature artists such as Lil Debbie, Dizzy Wright, Devin The Dude, Kid Ink + Krayzie Bone.
  • Swanfest | Sat., April 23 | 1-10 p.m. | Heart Health Park | $50 | Don’t miss the one-day music festival curated and headlined by local stars Dance Gavin Dance. 🎶
  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Oklahoma Dodgers | Sat., April 23 | 6:37 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $15+ | ⚾
  • Heather McMahan: The Farewell Tour | Sat., April 23 | 8 p.m. | The Crest Theater, 1013 K St. | $39.75+ | The not-so-family-friendly comedian brings her jokes to Sacramento for one night only. 🎤
  • Sac Mac + Beer Fest 2022 | Sat., April 23 | 1-4 p.m. | River Walk Park, 651 2nd St. | $20+ | Enjoy beers made exclusively for Sacramento Beer Week while voting for the best “Mac n’ Cheese” served by Sac Chefs. 🍺

Sunday, April 24

  • Sacramento River Cats vs. Oklahoma Dodgers | Sun., April 24 | 1:05 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $15+ |
  • Opera Theatre | Sun., April 24 | 2 p.m. | Capistrano Concert Hall, 6000 J St. | $10 | Enjoy the opera put on by performers from the Sac State School of Music. 🎵
  • Ricardo Arjona | Sun., April 24 | 8 p.m. | Golden 1 Center | $53+ | Check out the Blanco y Negro Tour from the Guatemalan singer-songwriter who’s known as one of the best-selling Latin American artists of all time, with more than 80 million records sold. 🎤
  • The Maine | Sun., April 24 | 6 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $29 | Jam out with the rock band from Tempe, Arizona.
  • Loud Festival | Sun., April 24 | 12 p.m. | Cesar Chavez Plaza | $65+ | Sunday’s performance will feature Rick Ross, Yung Bleu, Lil Duval, Too Short , Blocboy JB + BRS Kash.

Monday April 25 – Saturday April 30

Monday, April 25

  • Back Alley Pop-Up | Mon., April 25 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | 8101 Elder Creek Rd. | Price of purchase | Join Renegade Dining for an intimate pop-up dining experience.
  • Keaton’s “Brave the Shave” | Mon., April 25 | 5-8 pm | Mulvaney’s B&L, 1215 19th St. | Prices vary | Celebrate 20 Years of supporting pediatric cancer research with this fundraiser in partnership with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
  • Public Information Officer Workshop | Mon., April 25 | Mon, Apr 25- Tues., April 26 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | PORAC Headquarters, 2940 Advantage Way | $425 | This workshop — designed for law enforcement, fire, and government communicators and administrators — will hone your skills to become more confident in producing or publishing professional content for the media + community.

Tuesday, April 26

  • Blippi The Musical | Tues., April 26 | 6 p.m. | Sacramento Memorial Auditorium | $27+ | Tickets not required for children ages 2 and under.
  • Car Seat Headrest | Tues., April 26 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Spades | $47 | The critically-acclaimed indie rock group behind anthems like “Drunk Drivers/Killer Whales” + “Bodys” come to Midtown.
  • Chicano Batman | Tues., April 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Crest Theater | $28 | This four-piece band based in Los Angeles pulls their sounds from draws from a mix of genres ranging from psychedelic soul and rock.
  • The Telegraph Quartet | Tues., April 26 | Capistrano Concert Hall, 6000 J St. | $20 | Watch as the group performs John Harbisons’ String Quartet No. 6, Florence Price’s Five Folk Songs in Counterpoint, and the Ravel String Quartet. 🎵

Wednesday, April 27

  • Verbal Insults | Wed., April 27 | 8 p.m. | Punch Line Sac | $18+ | Watch as these Sac comedians clash on stage, matching joke for joke in roast fashion. 🎤
  • An Evening With Colson Whitehead | Wed., April 27 | 8 p.m. | SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center | $300+| Join the American novelist who has established himself as one of the most versatile and innovative writers in current contemporary literature.

Thursday, April 28

  • Healthcare Virtual Career Fair | Thurs., April 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Prep your resume and meet recruiters from companies such as CVS Health, Trinity Health + United Health Group. 💼
  • My Son Pinocchio |Thurs., Apr 28-SUn., April 30 | 7 p.m. | Bradshaw Christian School, 8324 Bradshaw Rd. | $8+ | See this performance of the Disney classic in which Geppetto’s wish to become a father comes true, only to find that parenthood might not be as easy as it seemed.
  • Fabricators Workshop | Thurs., Apr 28- Sat, April 30 | 8:30 a.m. | S&D Custom Stone & Tile, 6150 27th St. | $25 | Learn and network with professional fabricators at this three-day event.
  • Keiko Matsui | Thurs., April 28 | 8-10 p.m. | The Sofia 2700 Capitol Ave. | $55 | As an acclaimed pianist, composer, and humanitarian Matsui’s showcases transcendent and haunting melodies through her performances. 🎹
  • Rainbow Masquerade Gala 2022 | Thurs., April 28 | Hilton Sacramento West | Pricing varies | Enjoy a night of award ceremonies, live entertainment + an auction to recognize the efforts of the Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce .🎭
  • Borgore | Thurs., April 28 | The Park Ultra Lounge , 1116 15th St. | $13+ | Check out the Slaughterhouse Tour with this Israeli EDM producer, DJ, singer-songwriter and rapper. 💿

Friday, April 29

  • Sacramento Autorama | Fri., April 29-Sun., May 1 | 12-8 p.m. | Cal Expo | $10+ | Admission is free for children ages 5 and under. 🚗
  • Intercultural Reflections: A Festival of the Arts | Fri., April 29-Sun., May 1 | 7 p.m. | California Stage Co., | 2509 R St. | $10 | Come and celebrate multilingual, bicultural aesthetics honoring lived experiences + contemporary narratives of BIPOC Sacramento community-based artists.
  • Kyle Dunnigan | Fri., April 29 | 8:30-10 p.m. | Punch Line Sacramento | $25+ | Laugh along with this Emmy, Peabody + Writer’s Guild Award winning comedy writer.
  • California LULAC 73rd State Annual Convention | Fri., April 29 | Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel, 1230 J St. | $20+ | Themed as “Building Stronger Communities,” the event will feature workshops surrounding the mission of the league.
  • Jack Assadourian Jr. | Fri., April 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Laughs Unlimited | $25+ | Spend the evening with the comedian seen on Amazon’s “Laugh After Dark” show + the Amazon Documentary “Make America Laugh Again.” 🎤
  • Pierre Bourne | Fri., April 29 | 8 p.m. | $50+ | Ace of Spades | Jam out with the record producer, rapper, and audio engineer best known for producing the single “Magnolia” by Playboi Carti.

Saturday, April 30

  • Sac Republic FC vs Las Vegas Lights FC | Sat., April 30 | 7 p.m. | Heart Health Park, 1600 Exposition Blvd. | $13+ | ⚽
  • Margarita Fest | Sat., April 30-Sun., May 1 | Times vary | Cesar Chavez Plaza | Prices vary | Celebrate Cinco de Mayo a few days early with live music + a full bar. 🍸
  • Restorative Reset | Sat., April 30 | 3-5 p.m. | Ritual, 2405 21st St. | $35 | Come as you are to this yoga nidra class for releasing physical + mental tension — no prior experience required.
  • Sol Blume | Sat., April 30-Sun., May 1 | Times vary | Discovery Park | $200+ | Jhené Aiko, PartyNextDoor, Thundercat, and more will perform at Sac’s very own R&B, soul + hip-hop music festival. 🎶
  • NorCal Vintage Bike Ride | Sat., April 30-Sun., May 1 | 10 a.m. | 6507 4th Ave. | Free | Grab your wheels for this laid-back, community-sourced ride from East Sac to Old Sac. 🚲
  • Cheesemaking – Blue Cheese | Sat., April 30-Sun., May 1 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | 4932 Shady Leaf Way | $50 | Some experience is recommended but not required for this class about the stinkiest of cheeses. 🧀
  • Paint A Portrait of Your Pet | Sat, April 30 | 1-4 p.m. | Jackrabbit Brewing, 1323 Terminal St. | $40 | Sign up + send in a well-lit photo of your pet’s head and shoulders so you have a head start on your painting process. 🐶
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