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10+ of the top free things to do in Sacramento
No cash?
No problem
. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Sacramento, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
August 28, 2025 06:26 PM
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Monica Garske
Travel and Outdoors
Help Wildlife Care Association save baby animals
You’re more likely to find baby animals in need this summer, so be informed about how your intervention can help (or harm) local wildlife in need.
June 26, 2023
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Dayten Rose
Airports and Transportation
SacRT rolls out new EV charging station
Plug in and take off.
June 15, 2023
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Jordan Radach
City
Sacramento County releases 2021 Greenhouse Gas Inventory
We pass the gas
June 13, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Travel and Outdoors
What to do if you see a coyote on the American River Parkway
That ain’t no dog
June 2, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Travel and Outdoors
Get the most out of your Memorial Day flight
I want to fly away
May 23, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Weather
Summer 2023 weather forecast for Sacramento
Prepare for summer weather in Sacramento with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
May 19, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Tourism and Hospitality
What you can expect at the 2023 Sacramento County Fair
A fair-ly good time
May 18, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Parks and Recreation
Hagginwood Park sports field gets a makeover
Time to play ball
May 16, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Travel and Outdoors
Plan your next trip with nonstop flights from Sacramento International Airport
Pack your bags for a trip to one of these popular nonstop destinations. Plus, keep an eye out for new routes.
May 10, 2023
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Anne Weber
Development
Everything we know about the zoo’s move to Elk Grove
Animal-style development
May 9, 2023
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Jordan Radach
The Buy
Food
Build your own wine collection for less than $6 a bottle
August 18, 2025
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Staff
Home
Back-to-school must-haves for students (and parents)
August 1, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
Home
The newest robot cleaner can vacuum carpet and mop hard floors
July 25, 2025
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Staff
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Sacramento State memories from SACtoday readers
May 5, 2025
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Monica Garske
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Painting the town: 12 marvelous murals around Sacramento
April 25, 2025
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Madeline Ewing
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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Food
Where to get breakfast burritos in Sacramento
April 10, 2025
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Jordan Radach
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Tourism and Hospitality
Where to find the best holiday displays in Sacramento
Some neighborhoods really go all out with their decorations during holiday season, and these are some of our favs.
December 4, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Winter 2024-2025 weather trends in Sacramento
Prepare for winter in the City of Trees with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 2, 2024
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Monica Garske
Small Business
Shopping small in Sacramento
The City of Trees is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Monica Garske
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38 volunteer opportunities in Sacramento
Help foster a pet, lead creative writing sessions with kids, distribute food to those experiencing homelessness, and more.
November 18, 2024
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Matt Marcure
Culture
SACtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
Entertainment
The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink is now open
Glide into the holiday season in the City of Trees.
November 8, 2024
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Staff
Fitness
Find your zen with our Sacramento yoga guide
Check out these 12 yoga studios around the City of Trees and find your zen.
November 4, 2024
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Monica Garske
Travel and Outdoors
Pumpkin patches around Sacramento
Go big or gourd home.
October 9, 2024
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Jordan Radach
Sports
Tee it up at these Sacramento golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 16 golf courses in Sacramento are sure to make for a good round.
October 7, 2024
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Cat George
Weather
Fall 2024 weather forecast for Sacramento
Prepare for fall weather in Sacramento, CA with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
September 16, 2024
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Staff