The Sacramento Ballet’s Nutcracker returns to SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center December 12–24, 2026, with live orchestra and 250 young dancers. Here’s everything you need to know before you book.
The California International Marathon returns to Sacramento on December 6, 2026. Solo registration is sold out, but the relay and October transfer window are still open. Here’s everything you need to know about the course, expo, spectator spots, and finish line logistics.
Sacramento’s Run to Feed the Hungry returns for its 33rd year on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know about the 5K and 10K race near Sacramento State.
The ornaments on the Capitol’s 60-foot Christmas tree are handmade by Californians with developmental disabilities. What to know before the Sacramento tree lighting.
Sacramento’s biggest rock festival returns October 1–4, 2026 at Discovery Park. Here’s the full lineup, ticket prices, shuttle info, and everything you need before you go.
Three Sacramento Oktoberfest events are happening in fall 2026: Der Biergarten’s free Midtown street party on September 26, Saktoberfest at Cal Expo on October 9–10, and the Sacramento Turn Verein’s 57th annual celebration also October 9–10.
Sacramento’s Día de los Muertos season spans three distinct events in late October and early November 2026 — El Panteón de Sacramento, Fairytale Town, and Souls of the City. Here’s what each one is, when to go, and what to expect.
Cool Patch Pumpkins in Dixon just opened the world’s largest corn maze for 2026. Here’s what to know about the two best corn maze experiences within 40 minutes of Sacramento.
Fall is the Sacramento Zoo’s best-kept secret: cooler temps, more active animals, and smaller crowds. Here’s everything you need to plan your visit—hours, pricing tips, add-ons worth it, and the Sunday shows locals know about.
The free Farm-to-Fork Festival folded into Terra Madre Americas, which runs every other year. Here’s why there’s no festival this September and when the next one is.
