What to know

• Map it out | If you’re like us and need to completely visualize a place before you step foot inside, these maps of the entire airport will be your saving grace.
• Food and drink | We’ve curated a list of the 20+ dining options available at SMF for hungry travelers, from coffee kiosks to Burgers & Brew.
• Reminder | By May 3, 2023, you will need a REAL ID to board commercial flights in the US.
• Flight status | While we recommend staying updated via your respective airline, you can also check the airport’s dashboard for your flight status in a pinch.

Parking, shuttles, and rideshare

• Hourly lot | $29/day
• Daily lot | $12/day
• Economy lot | $10/day
• Parking garage | $18/day

• SacRT | Bus service | SMF to Downtown every 30 minutes, 7 days/week
• Sacramento Independent Taxi Owners Association | Taxi service | Round trip from SMF to Downtown for $60
• Yolobus | Bus service | Service to Davis, Woodland, and more
• Uber | Rideshare service
• Lyft | Rideshare service

• Dave’s Pumpkin Spiked Harvest Hoedown 2022 | Fri., Oct. 7 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Dave’s Pumpkin Patch, Sacramento | $18.00 | Bring the family and some lawn chairs to kick off spooky season with a concert in a pumpkin patch.
• Steelin’ Dan - The Music of Steely Dan | Fri., Oct. 7 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Swabbies Restaurant & Bar, 5871 Garden Highway, Sacramento | $25.00 | Enjoy a night of music with the four-time Sammie-winning tribute band.

• Harvest Festival | Sat., Oct. 8 | 1 p.m. | Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op, 2820 R St., Sacramento | Free | Join the co-op on the top floor of its parking garage for an afternoon of wine and cider tastings, food demos, live music, and more.
• Volunteer Service Day | Sat., Oct. 8 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Camp Pollock, 1501 Northgate Blvd, Sacramento | Free | Roll up your sleeves and make some new friends all while giving Camp Pollock a little love.
• Bacon and Brew Bash | Sat., Oct. 8 | 5-9 p.m. | Vernon Street Town Square, 311 Vernon Street, Roseville | $20.00+ | A showcase of craft breweries and bacon-inspired dishes to benefit the Roseville Police Activities League.
• Fall Festival Spooktacular | Sat., Oct. 8 | 2-8 p.m. | Esther’s Park, 3408 3rd Ave, Sacramento | Check out live performances, art, 20+ local businesses, and more at this event from The Night Market Series.
• Atmosphere | Sat., Oct. 8 | 7 p.m. | Ace Of Spades, 1417 R St., Sacramento | $69 | The Minnesota-based hip-hop duo stops by the City of Trees on its Party Over Here Tour.

• Boozy Book Fair | Sun., Oct. 9 | 5-8 p.m. | SacYard Community Tap House, 1725 33rd St, Sacramento | Free | Pick up some classic kid stories, stickers, bookmarks, and plenty of other whimsical delights to transport you back to the best part of your school days.

• Steve Rannazzisi | Thurs., Oct. 13-Sat., Oct. 15 | Times vary | Punch Line Sacramento | $25.00-35.00 | Enjoy stand-up comedy performed by this actor who formerly played Kevin MacArthur in “The League.” 🎤 *

• Scan your smile with either an at-home kit or an in-person visit
• Receive a customized treatment plan from a state-licensed doctor
• Start your journey with custom aligners (22-hour-wear or Nighttime Aligners™, depending on your needs)

• 93º | Sunny | 6% chance of rain ☀️

• $6.42. That’s the average cost for a gallon of gas statewide, just below June’s record average of $6.44. The cost remains lower in Sacramento compared to the rest of California, with gas prices currently averaging $6.34 per gallon. ⛽️ (USA Today)

• Dolla dolla bills, y’all. Depending on their income and tax status, Californians could see up to $1,050 deposited into their accounts as part of the state’s Middle Class Tax Refund beginning tomorrow. Golden State residents who filed their 2020 taxes online can expect to see the money by Oct. 28, while others may have to wait a bit longer. 💰 (ABC 10)

• The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District showed off a new look for one of its fire engines this week. The vehicle has been wrapped in pink and blue colors to raise awareness for breast and prostate cancer over the next two months. 🚒 (KCRA 3)

• Don’t miss Sunday’s exhibition game honoring the history of the Negro Baseball League at Sac State’s John Smith Field beginning at 1 p.m. With both teams coached by local professional baseball prospects, ticket proceeds will go toward the Negro League Baseball Museum and the Negro League Baseball Players Foundation. ⚾️ (Sacramento Bee)
• This **** is bananas. The Savannah Bananas‘ “World Famous Baseball Circus” will round the bases of Sutter Health Park on July 29, 2023. The viral sensations will bring their signature “Banana Ball” antics to West Sac in a showdown with longtime rivals the Party Animals. 🍌 (KCRA 3)

• The list of guests for the Sacramento Speakers Series’ 2022–23 season has been released. The season kicks off Wed., Oct. 12, with Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, and concludes April 26, 2023, with Michael Beschloss. Grab tickets. 🎤 (Sacramento Magazine)
• Make sure to GTL before it’s T-shirt time, Jersey Shore’s Pauly D will be at Park Ultra Lounge next Fri., Oct. 14, spinning the hits that you can pump your fist to until the cabs are here (we’ll be busy writing a letter to Sammi).

• The Placer County Sheriff’s Office is trying to reunite a lost diamond ring with its owner after it was recovered from a Colfax parking lot. The ring is said to have a “distinguishing characteristic” that would only be known to its original owner. 💍 (FOX40)

• Conde Nast listed San Francisco as one of the top cities in the US. We couldn’t agree more, and think that it’s the perfect last-minute fall getaway. Be sure to stroll around Fisherman’s Wharf, grab a drink at the historic Tonga Room, and stay in this eclectic apartment with Bay views.*

• Getting groceries delivered is great, but getting your favorite beer, wine, and liquor delivered is even better. With Drizly, you can order your go-to libations as well as mixers, party supplies, and snacks + they’ll be delivered to your door in under 60 minutes. Order now. 🥂*