Friday, May 2-Sunday, May 4 | Cal Expo Vroom, vroom. The 74th annual car show will feature hundreds of hot rods, muscle cars, and motorcycles. Zoom over and grab tickets.
Fridays, May-June | César Chávez Plaza This Sac staple rocks. The free, all-ages event showcases local musicians alongside food vendors, artists, and all-around great vibes. Catch the 2025 lineup from May 2 through June 27 at 6 p.m. — we spy acts like John Wiilde, Discrete, and Winona Fighter.
Friday, May 16 + Saturday, May 17 | Cal Expo
The country music fest will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a star-studded lineup that includes Bailey Zimmerman, Billy Currington, Bryce Leatherwood + Chayce Beckham. Wrangle upyour tickets.
Giant Steps: A Tribute to John Coltrane | 6:30 p.m. | Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts | $22+ | “Giant Steps” by legendary jazz musician John Coltrane is praised as one of the most influential albums of all-time.
Friday, April 25
Ingenious — Cooking Class with 1837 Vegan | 6-9:30 p.m. | Estate Farms | $66 | Learn how to become a pro home cook at this hands-on course led by a local plant-based eatery.
Chicago White Sox vs. Athletics | Friday, April 25-Saturday, April 26 | Times vary | Sutter Health Park | $80+ | Score a fun freebie at the April 26 ballgame: An A’s basketball jersey, while supplies last.
Saturday, April 26
Sacramento Reptile Show | Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Cal Expo | $12+ | This expo is one in chameleon — check out 3,000+ reptiles on display including 45 venomous species and a 10-ft alligator.
The Secret Garden’s Annual Spring Garden Faire | Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Secret Garden | Price of purchase | Bring your garden to life with all the supplies, tools, and products you’ll need at this popular annual sale.
Sunday, April 27
R&B Brunch | 11 a.m. | Our Place | Price of purchase | Soulful vibes and mimosas? Say less.
Old Sacramento Spring Festival | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Sacramento History Museum | Free | Enjoy living history demos, arts + crafts stations, hobby-horse races, gold panning, lawn games, and hourly dances around a 15-ft maypole.
Tuesday, April 29
Reno Aces vs. Sacramento River Cats | 12:05 p.m. | Sutter Health Park, West Sacramento | $12 | It’s Toyota Family Value Tuesday at the ballpark — get $2 hot dogs, select ice cream, and Merlino’s.
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In an effort to revitalize commercial corridors and foster economic growth, the city is awarding $1.7 million in grants + loans to 14 North Sac businesses to complete improvements, restore buildings, and purchase equipment. North Sacramento Business Investment Program awardees include King Cong Brewing and Sammy’s Restaurant — peep the full list.
Traffic
Highway 160 could someday become a boulevard. City Council is expected to approve $1.2 million in funding for a new study to reshape the highway and reconnect Old North Sacramento with the rest of the city. Proponents say the plan could shine the spotlight on the historically underserved area. (ABC10)
Coming Soon
A new restaurant called Crazee for Pasta will open on Sunrise Boulevard in Rancho Cordova this fall. The restaurant promises an “authentic taste of Italy” with a menu that includes appetizers like bruschetta, caprese, and burrata fresca, nearly 20 pasta entrees like spaghetti, fettuccine, and penne, and flatbread pizzas. (The Sacramento Bee)
Closing
Downtown’s short-lived breakfast + lunch spot, Flora & Fauna Provisions, is closing its doors likely by Wednesday, May 7. The farm-to-fork restaurant opened in early 2024 but its owners said delays during their debut caused financial strain that they were never able to overcome.
Tech
Sacramento has become the first US city to enforce bike lanes using cameras installed on SacRT buses — the same tech used to monitor cars parked illegally along bus stops. Drivers parked in bike lanes will receive warning notices this month and next, and violations with fines will start on Friday, June 13.
Travel
Starting Wednesday, May 7, you’ll need a REAL ID or valid passport to fly domestically. To apply for a REAL ID in California, you must gather identification + proof of residency documents, fill out an online application, and visit a DMV field office to finish the process. Here’s a step-by-step guide.(ABC10)
Concert
SoCal reggae rockers Dirty Heads have been added to the California State Fair’s jam-packed 2025 concert lineup. The “Lay Me Down” and “Vacation” singers will headline the main stage on Wednesday, July 16. All concerts are included with fair admission, or you can splurge for reserved seating separate from admission.
Legacy
The Sacramento Zoo’s beloved 9-year-old North American river otter, Kai, died unexpectedly. A zoo resident since 2017, keepers described Kai as a smart, stubborn, and “sassy, opinionated otter who knew exactly what she did and didn’t want in every situation,” from the fish she ate to her bedding preferences.
Sports
The Sacramento Kings will get a fresh start under the leadership of new general manager Scott Perry. But first, he’ll have to establish two main things for the franchise over the 6-month off-season. Hear from the local experts with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
The Word
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Read
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Finance
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Nothing like a relaxing meal at Temple Coffee. | Photo by @twohungrybroads
For richer or pour over, Sacramento’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning.
Coffee is the second-most consumed beverage in the US after water. But if you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, gather some brews clues with our guide to many of the best coffee shops in Sac.
Perfect for a date
Temple Coffee Roasters | With eight locations popping up across the area since 2005, Temple has become a Sacramento coffee staple — and the site of many casual first dates.
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