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

Paint a Poppy | Wed., April 6 | 6 p.m. | Crocker Art Museum, 216 O St. | $35+ | Celebrate California Poppy Day with a virtual painting class.
Sacramento River Cats vs. Sugar Land Space Cowboys | Wed., April 6 | 6:35 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $10+ | ⚾

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

Historic Folsom Sip and Stroll 2022 | Sat., April 9 | 2:30 p.m. | Folsom Historic District, 929 Sutter St. | $35+ | Sample wine as you enjoy live music + discounts from local businesses.🍷
Hoppin’ and Huntin’ at Hagan Park | Sat., April 9 | 8:30-11:30 a.m. | Hagan Community Park | Free | Children 10 + under can join in the free egg hunt. 🥚
Symphonia Phonotone Spring Concert | Sat., April 9 | 6 p.m. | Masonic Temple, 1123 J St. | $45 | 1920s +1930s attire encouraged while you dance the night away.
Up, Up & Away: A Day of Kites | Sat., April 9 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Aerospace Museum of California | $10+ | See the world’s largest energy-producing kite. 🪁
Sacramento River Cats vs. Sugar Land Space Cowboys | Sat., April 9 | 6:37 p.m. | Sutter Health Park | $14+ | A fireworks show will follow the match. ⚾

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. 🐶