Dates vary | Locations vary
Big shows are coming — check out our concerts guide. Some standouts: The Lumineers at G1C on Wednesday, Aug. 6; Tyler Rich at Hard Rock Live Sacramento on Thursday, Aug. 21; Bubba Sparxxx on Thursday, Aug. 28 at Harlow’s; The Offspring at Toyota Amphitheatre on Sunday, Aug. 31. Pretty fly, right?
Saturday, Aug. 16 + Sunday, Aug. 17 | William Land Park
The Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum will host this festival dedicated to countries around the world where bananas grow and their cultures, food, art, and music. The food court will showcase all things banana — if that sounds a-peel-ing, peep the menu.
Saturday, Aug. 23 | Meadowview Park
Councilmember Mai Vang’s office organizes this event, which aims to bring together South Sac’s communities for a day of dance, music, art, and food. Register for your free tickets, or lend a hand and volunteer.
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Crystal Bowersox | 6:30 p.m. | Harlow’s | $39+ | The former busker and 2010 “American Idol” runner-up brings her pipes to the River City.
Kristin Chirico | 7-8:30 p.m. | Laughs Unlimited | $24 | This writer, comic, and YouTuber spent seven years as a content creator for BuzzFeed — see her buzzy stand-up act.
Friday, Aug. 1
Grateful Dead Laser Show | Friday, Aug. 1 + Saturday, Aug. 2 | 6 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. | SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity | $20 | Celebrate Jerry Garcia’s birthday with this immersive music experience paired with full-dome lasers.
Rick Springfield: “I Want My ‘80s Tour” | 7 p.m. | Thunder Valley Casino, Lincoln | $59+ | Bust out the crimper and tease those bangs — the “Jessie’s Girl” singer headlines this show also featuring John Waite, Wang Chung, and Paul Young.
Saturday, Aug. 2
UC Master Gardeners Present: Harvest Day 2025 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Horticulture Center, Fair Oaks | Free | Green thumb, this one’s for you: Listen to experts on all things gardening, from growing avocados and strawberries to composting.
“Killers of Kill Tony” | Saturday, Aug. 2 | Times vary | SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center | $51+ | This touring stand-up comedy show features comics + regulars from the “Kill Tony” podcast — this stop will showcase Kam Patterson, Harland Williams, Ari Matti, and Martin Phillips.
Sunday, Aug. 3
“Claude Monet: The Immersive Experience” | Through Monday, Sept. 29 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Exhibition Hub Sacramento | $31+ | Immerse yourself in Monet’s brilliant and contemplative works and explore recreations of the artist’s atelier and gardens at this traveling, multi-media exhibition.
Tuesday, Aug. 5
Sugar Land Space Cowboys vs. Sacramento River Cats | Tuesday, Aug. 5-Sunday, Aug. 10 | 6:45 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $12+ | Catch several highlights at this six-game series, including a spellbinding “Harry Potter” Night on Saturday, Aug. 9.
Wednesday, Aug. 6
Maren Morris | 7:30 p.m. | Channel 24 | $78+ | The hitmaking, Texas-born country superstar known for hits like “My Church” and “Rich” performs her “Dreamsicle Tour.”
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This one hurts. After 15 years in business, Chando’s Tacos abruptly closed its three remaining Sacramento-area locations this week — at least for now. The taqueria’s websites + social media pages went dark. Learn more about Chando’s rapid rise as a Sacramento star. (ABC10 + The Sacramento Bee)
Coming Soon
A national parks-themed watering hole dubbed Parkside Bar will debut this September at the newly shuttered Malt and Mash in downtown Sacramento. The space is being remodeled to include a swing set and decor inspired by every national park. It’ll feature rotating DJs and bar snacks, too. (The Sacramento Bee)
Open
CORE, a 59,000-sqft health and wellness rec center, is now open in Morse Community Park in Elk Grove. The two-story facility boasts cardio and strength training equipment, fitness studios, an indoor walking track, an outdoor fitness deck, and two gyms for basketball, volleyball + pickleball. Sign up for a membership. (FOX40)
Biz
Plotting your Halloween costume? Don’t count on shopping at Evangeline’s Costume Mansion in Old Sacramento this year. The building’s gift shop was damaged in a fire last month, so the biz will remain closed for repairs through the end of the year. Onealternative: Browse the offerings at Broadway Costumes.
Outdoors
The Cosumnes River Preserve installed a RightHear accessibility system along its Wetlands Walk Trail to support visually impaired visitors. The system provides real-time audio guidance + location-based info through a free app in up to 35 languages. Sacramento County Regional Parks hopes it’s another step toward accessibility to the great outdoors.
Ranked
According to the American College of Sports Medicine’s 2025 American Fitness Index, Sacramento is No. 9 among the fittest cities in the US. The annual rankings are based on more than 30 indicators like aerobic activity levels, trail miles, and pickleball courts. Get your steps in with these local hikes.
Arts
Calling all artists. The city is seeking two teaching artists + two design artists to install the first-ever Creative Crosswalks projects near Garden Valley Elementary School in Gardenland Northgate and Smythe Academy in South Natomas. Register for an online info session on Wednesday, Aug. 6; applications are due Monday, Aug. 18.
State
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) launched its 2025 Coolest Thing Made in California contest. Nominations are open through Friday, Aug. 29 and bracket-style public voting begins Monday, Sept. 8. What do you think is the coolest thing made in Sac? We’re partial to the craft beer brewed at New Glory…
Sports
The Golden State Warriors have yet to do anything this off-season, due to the holdup in the restricted free agency of Jonathan Kuminga. What is the biggest issue in this saga? Hear from the local experts with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Number
$1.21 trillion. That’s the eye-popping amount Americans owed in credit card debt in 2024 — a record high. If you owe more than $10,000, Freedom Debt Relief could help by offering a personalized debt settlement plan with no upfront fees + one low monthly payment.*
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Could your feet be comfier right now? We’ve got two summer shoe recommendations: these ultra-cushioned pillow slides and tried and true classic Crocs.*
Bricks & Minifigs, a buy-sell-trade Lego resale store, is now open in Pocket-Greenhaven in South Sacramento.
In addition to merch, the shop features an 800-sqft community room where customers will eventually be able to build Lego sets. The room will also be used to host events beginning this fall, like a Lego bouquet design class.
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The former AMF Land Park Lanes was recently granted landmark designation by the city council. The Freeport Boulevard property, which opened in 1960 and closed in 2024, was Sac’s last bowling alley and an important inter-generational gathering place for Japanese American bowling leagues and LGBTQ+ leagues.
Although the site’s future use is unknown, this designation will prevent the building from being demolished and protect it from significant structural modifications. What are your Land Park Lanes memories? We’d love to hear them.
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