The Real Cost of Living in 6 Sacramento Neighborhoods In 2026
You’ve seen the glossy flyers. The perfectly staged kitchens. The “quiet street, great schools!” pitch that conveniently forgets to mention…
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Crocker Art Museum’s Samurai Armor Exhibition Opens December 23: What Sacramento Should Know
The Crocker Art Museum opens Samurai: Armor from the Collection of Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller on December 23, 2026, running through April 11, 2027. Here’s what Sacramento should know before visiting.
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Sacramento Zoo December 2026: Community Day, Dinosaur Safari’s Final Month, and What to Know
The Sacramento Zoo has a $10 Community Day on December 23, the Dinosaur Safari running through the end of the month, and a Noon Year’s Eve family celebration on December 31. Here’s what to know before you plan a December visit.
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Fairytale Town Safe & Super Halloween 2026: Circus Nights in Land Park
Fairytale Town’s Safe & Super Halloween 2026 runs October 16–18 and 23–24 with a circus theme. Advance tickets are $15; day-of are $18. Here’s what to know before you go.
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Skiing Near Sacramento 2026-27: Your Tahoe Resort Cheat Sheet
Lake Tahoe ski resorts sit 90 minutes to 2.5 hours from Sacramento. Here’s what you need to know for the 2026-27 season: opening dates, pass options, and which resort fits your trip.
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Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink 2026: Dates, Hours, and What It Costs
The outdoor ice rink at Ali Youssefi Square opens November 4 and runs through January 18. Here are the hours, ticket prices, parking options, and everything else to know before you go.
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Sacramento’s Candy Cane Lane: The Elmhurst Walk-Through Light Tunnels
In Sacramento’s Elmhurst neighborhood, residents build PVC light tunnels over the sidewalk every holiday season — a free, walkable tradition that’s gentler than the Fab 40s and perfect for young kids.
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Crocker Art Museum November 2026: Two New Shows Open on the Same Day
On November 1, the Crocker Art Museum opens two simultaneous exhibitions: Maya paintings from Guatemala and Japanese dining art from the Corti Collection. Hours, admission, and what to know before you go.
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Sacramento’s Santa Parade and the Rooftop Show You Should Pair It With
Pair the Sacramento Santa Parade on Capitol Mall with Old Sacramento’s Theatre of Lights. Show times, parking, and how to do both in one trip.
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Victorian Christmas Nevada City 2026: Dates, Shuttle Tips, and Why It’s Worth the Drive
Victorian Christmas Nevada City 2026 runs five evenings in December — Sundays Dec 6, 13, and 20 plus Wednesdays Dec 9 and 16. Here’s what to expect, how to park, and which date to pick.
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Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera 2026-27 Season: Two Fall Concerts Worth Putting on Your Calendar
The Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera opens its 2026-27 season this October with two of the most compelling programs in recent memory. Here’s what to know about both fall concerts.
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