Weekend event roundup: Sacramento-area things to do for Memorial Day weekend
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WITH SOUNDS OF SAXOPHONES, HORNS, AND SKILLED SINGERS THIS WEEKEND. IT’S THE DEBUT OF A BRAND NEW EVENT, BRINGING JAZZ BACK TO THE OLD SACRAMENTO WATERFRONT. IT IS THE INAUGURAL CAPITAL CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL AND JOINING US IN STUDIO THIS MORNING IS HARLEY WHITE JUNIOR, ONE OF THE PERFORMERS IN THIS FESTIVAL. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US THIS MORNING. TELL US WHAT YOU’RE SO EXCITED ABOUT. THIS FESTIVAL BRINGING TO THE OLD SACRAMENTO WATERFRONT THIS WEEKEND. I’M EXCITED ABOUT PEOPLE COMING TO SACRAMENTO AND ENJOYING. A AMBIANCE. I’M GOING TO SAY SOMETHING. YES, BEAUTIFUL RIVER WEATHER AND THE FACT THAT WE CAN HAVE OUTDOOR MUSIC FESTIVALS IS REALLY UNIQUE. AND YOU MENTIONED THAT REALLY THIS LOCATION IS A WONDERFUL SPOT FOR JAZZ FESTIVAL, RIGHT? WELL, I MEAN, OKAY, WE HAVE MORE SUNSHINE PER CAPITA THAN ANY CITY IN THE WORLD. I DON’T KNOW IF PEOPLE KNOW THAT. I MEAN, WE HAVE THE SUN SHINES ON SACRAMENTO THAT MUCH. SO I’VE TOURED THE WORLD AND LIKE EUROPEAN FESTIVALS, THEY HAVE A TWO MONTH WINDOW WHERE THE WEATHER IS EVEN BEARABLE, TO EVEN HAVE A MUSIC FESTIVAL OUTSIDE. I’VE EVEN PLAYED FESTIVALS IN BELGIUM IN THE RAIN. AND THIS WEEKEND, REALLY, WE ALREADY HAVE GOOD WEATHER COMING INTO IT. EVEN IF IT WERE GOING TO BE WARMER, WE’RE STILL TALKING ABOUT MANAGEABLE. YES, SO AND SO. HAVING A FESTIVAL AND TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THAT AND BEING RIGHT NEXT TO THE BAY AREA, RIGHT NEXT TO THE TAHOE, IT’S KIND OF AN IDEA WHOSE TIME HAD COME AND WENT AWAY. AND NOW IT’S BACK. YEAH. AND TALK ABOUT THAT, IF YOU WOULD. YOU’RE HAPPY TO SEE A JAZZ FESTIVAL COME BACK FOR SURE. WHAT IS SO IMPORTANT ABOUT BRINGING THIS TYPE OF CULTURAL EVENT TO OUR CITY? OH, WOW. THERE’S LOTS OF LEVELS, OKAY? IT’S JUST BUSINESS. I MEAN, WE USED TO HAVE 200,000 PEOPLE COMING TO SACRAMENTO FOR THE DIXIELAND JUBILEE. THEY HAD SOME MISGIVINGS AND REBRANDING AND A WHOLE BUNCH OF THINGS, AND IT WENT AWAY. AND SO JUST FOR THE BUSINESS ASPECT OF TOURISM, IT’S NICE TO HAVE THAT. BUT WHAT I’M FINDING WHILE WORKING WITH THE SACRAMENTO HISTORY MUSEUM IS SACRAMENTO HAS A VERY UNIQUE JAZZ STORY OF ITS OWN. YEAH. AND SO WHEN WE HAVE THESE JAZZ FESTIVALS, WE HAVE A CHANCE TO REALLY SHOWCASE WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT OUR CITY. AND AND I’LL BE REALLY CLEAR ABOUT THIS. I WENT TO KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL AND WE HAD A VERY FINE MUSIC PROGRAM. AND SO. SO MUCH OF WHAT I DO IS BECAUSE OF ALL THE FINE PEOPLE OF SACRAMENTO SUPPORTING MUSIC. OH, THAT’S BEAUTIFUL. AND SPEAKING OF YOUR MUSIC, I DON’T WANT TO LET YOU GO WITHOUT A LITTLE PROMOTION OF YOUR ALBUM. CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THIS REAL QUICK? THIS IS MY ALBUM, INDEPENDENT ALBUM CUPCAKE WITH NINE PIECE BAND, MOSTLY SACRAMENTO MUSICIANS. ALL THE COMPOSITIONS ARE WRITTEN AND ARRANGED BY US AND YOU CAN BUY IT AT DELTA BREEZE RECORDS DOWN THERE ON 10TH STREET. I FORGET THE STREET ADDRESS, BUT DELTA BREEZE SUPPORTING LOCAL. OH NO, THAT’S NOT ONLY A MUSICIAN, BUT THE OH YES, THE RECORD SHOP TOO. AND LIKE THE FESTIVAL IS SUPPORTING LOCAL ALL GOOD THINGS. AND SPEAKING OF THE FESTIVAL, WE DO WANT TO GIVE YOU INFORMATION ABOUT WHERE YOU CAN CHECK IT OUT. IT’S HAPPENING TOMORROW, 11 A.M. TO 7 P.M. AT THE OLD SACRAMENTO STATE HISTORIC PARK. IT IS A FREE EVENT. THERE WILL BE FOOD TRUCKS, A BEER AND WINE GARDEN. ALSO, YOU’RE ENCOURAGED TO BRING YOUR OWN LAWN CHAIRS, POP UP TENTS AND BLANKETS. IT’S A KIND OF EVENT WHERE IT’S KIND OF RELAXED LIKE THAT, SO DON’T WORRY ABOUT BRINGING THAT STUFF IN AND THEN YOU MAY JUST GET A CHANCE TO HEAR SOME WONDERFUL MUSIC FROM OUR FRIEND HERE. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR TIME THIS MORNING. THANK YOU. YEAH. OKAY.
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Weekend event roundup: Sacramento-area things to do for Memorial Day weekend
Looking for things to do this weekend? Here's a list of events happening in Northern California from Friday, May 23, through Sunday, May 25.Before you head out the door, check the latest forecast here.Video Above | preview of 2025 Black Family Day at UC Davis Sacramento-area eventsSacramento County FairThere will be live music, carnival rides and games, contests and food this weekend at Cal Expo. The event runs 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for teens and $8 for seniors. Children age 11 and under get in free. Military I.D. holders get in free on Memorial Day. Learn more. Sacramento Lebanese FestivalExperience authentic Lebanese food and music from noon to 11 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Sacramento. Free admission. Learn more. Black Family Day An annual community event celebrating Black culture runs from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at the UC Davis Quad. There will be food and craft vendors, along with live performances by musicians like John Mackk , along with NPHC’s StompFest. Free admission. Learn more. International Kids Festival A family-friendly festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at William Land Park in Sacramento. There will be live performances, cultural exhibitions, miniature train rides, jump houses, rock climbing, body jumping, interactive workshops, magic show, face painting, balloon twisting, food, prizes and more. Free admission. Learn more. Victorian Fun FairePicnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Sacramento Historic City Cemetery. Bring a blanket, snacks and dress up as Victorians or in Steampunk garb if you want. There will be croquet, a scavenger hunt, and a snack bundle for a $5 donation. Free admission. Learn more. California Hall of Fame ExhibitionA new artifact exhibit at the California Museum in Sacramento showcases photos and memorabilia of the 18th class of the California Hall of Fame, including celebrity chef Julia Child and singer Tina Turner. The exhibit opens on Saturday. Learn more. Succulent Extravaganza All succulents, cacti, and terra cotta pottery will be 15 % off at The Secret Garden in Elk Grove. The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The Late Mouse Coffee Co. cart will be there serving drinks and pastries. Learn more. Capital City Jazz FestivalSaxophonist Jeff Ryan, musician Harley White Jr., the band AgapéSoul and more will perform from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at Old Sacramento State Historic Park. There will also be food trucks and a wine and beer garden. Free admission. Learn more.Geek Pride Day - Night Market A pop-up night market with geeky local vendors runs 4-10 p.m. Sunday at the Lucid Winery & Event Venue in Sacramento. The event is cosplay-friendly and features wine, a live DJ and photo ops. Event organized by SacGeeks. Free admission. Learn more. Sacramento Eid-AL-Adha Eid BazaarMore than 25 vendors from Los Angeles and the Bay Area will sell goods for Eid-Ul-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice), one of the most important holidays in Islam. There will be Pakistani and Indian suits, Punjabi Juttis, jewelry, clutches, Pakistani Dupattas and more for sale. Event organized by Courte by Kiran. Free admission. Free parking. Learn more. Taste of Korea in SacramentoTry Korean dishes and drinks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at the IYF (International Youth Fellowship) Sacramento event center in Rancho Cordova. Dishes include Beef Bulgogi Bowl, Kimchi Fried Rice Bowl and Korean Corn Dogs. There will also be a Squid Game Challenge with a $5 entry fee where people can compete in five games for prizes. Free admission. Learn more.Sactown Showdown A Motorcycle rodeo for law enforcement and civilian riders runs 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento. Watch motorcyclists show off their skills, sharpen their skills and compete for prizes. Free admission. Learn more. Nevada County-area eventsThe Strawberry Music Festival The multi-day, family-friendly Spring music festival runs Wednesday through Monday at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. Click here to buy tickets. Learn more.Stockton-area eventsMidtown Music & Art FestLocal bands will perform from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Yosemite Street Village in Stockton. Dystopian Doulas performs experimental music from 11-11:45 a.m. and The Catalyst Band will play classic rock from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Learn more. Women's Soccer | Stockton Cargo vs California StormThe pre-professional game runs 6-8 p.m. Sunday on Knoles Field at the University of the Pacific in Stockton. Tickets are $15. Learn more. Women's Rugby | Bay Breakers vs New York ExilesGates open at 5 p.m. and kickoff is at 6 p.m. for the AAPI Heritage Night match at the Grape Bowl Stadium in Lodi. The half-time show features a Polynesian dance. Peachy's Food To Go will be onsite serving Filipino fusion dishes along with drinks from Idol Beerworks and Michael David Winery. Tickets are $20 for general admission. Learn more. Nick Cannon Presents: MTV Wild 'N Out LiveThe Wild’n Out Live Tour will perform comedy, music and freestyle rap battles from 9-11 p.m. Saturday at Adventist Health Arena in Stockton. The lineup includes Nick Cannon, Hitman Holla, Conceited, Charlie Clips, Justina Valentine, DC Young Fly, Rip Micheals, Jason Lee, Maddy, Pretty Vee, Timothy DeLaGhetto, Lovely Mimi, Emmanuel Hudson, and DJ D-Wrek. Tickets start at $22. Learn more. Modesto-area eventsJourney USA – The Hits of JourneyA cover band performing hits from the rock band Journey will perform at 8 p.m. Friday at The State Theatre in Modesto. Tickets range from $35 to $55. Learn more. New Moon MarketSpiritual Vedros, music, dancing and food will be available from 3-8 p.m. Sunday at Persuasion Brewing Co. in Modesto. Free admission. Learn more.More concerts and sportsConcerts in the ParkXzibit headlines Concerts in the Park on Friday at Cesar Chavez Park in downtown Sacramento. Harris Rudman, D. Sean and DJ Oasis are also performing starting at 6 p.m. Learn more.The A's in West SacramentoThe A's face off against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend at Sutter Health Park. Games are at 7:05 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 1:05 p.m. on Sunday. Click here to buy tickets.Grupo Bryndis con Mi Banda El MexicanoThe concert is at 8 p.m. Saturday at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland. Learn more.Ralph Barbosa & René VacaThese comedians take the stage 8 p.m. on Friday at The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino on Saturday. Learn more. BottleRock Napa Valley Green Day, Justin Timberland, Noah Kahan and more will perform Friday through Sunday at Napa Valley Expo. Learn more. Lincoln PottersThe Lincoln Potters semi-pro baseball club kicks off its opening night on May 24 against the Novato Knicks. The game takes place at Historic McBean Stadium at 61 McBean Park. Learn more. Stockton PortsThe Stockton Ports baseball team are taking on the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. On Friday, 1,000 fans will get a Stockton Thunder hockey jersey in tribute to the 10th anniversary of the team's final game. It's also country and rodeo night. On Saturday, expect fireworks for Star Wars night. On Sunday, kids can run the bases after the game. Learn more. See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter | Find us on YouTube here and subscribe to our channel
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Looking for things to do this weekend? Here's a list of events happening in Northern California from Friday, May 23, through Sunday, May 25.
Video Above | preview of 2025 Black Family Day at UC Davis
Sacramento-area events
Sacramento County Fair
There will be live music, carnival rides and games, contests and food this weekend at Cal Expo. The event runs 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for teens and $8 for seniors. Children age 11 and under get in free. Military I.D. holders get in free on Memorial Day. Learn more.
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Sacramento Lebanese Festival
Experience authentic Lebanese food and music from noon to 11 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Sacramento. Free admission. Learn more.
Black Family Day
An annual community event celebrating Black culture runs from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at the UC Davis Quad. There will be food and craft vendors, along with live performances by musicians like John Mackk , along with NPHC’s StompFest. Free admission. Learn more.
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International Kids Festival
A family-friendly festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at William Land Park in Sacramento. There will be live performances, cultural exhibitions, miniature train rides, jump houses, rock climbing, body jumping, interactive workshops, magic show, face painting, balloon twisting, food, prizes and more. Free admission. Learn more.
Victorian Fun Faire
Picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Sacramento Historic City Cemetery. Bring a blanket, snacks and dress up as Victorians or in Steampunk garb if you want. There will be croquet, a scavenger hunt, and a snack bundle for a $5 donation. Free admission. Learn more.
California Hall of Fame Exhibition
A new artifact exhibit at the California Museum in Sacramento showcases photos and memorabilia of the 18th class of the California Hall of Fame, including celebrity chef Julia Child and singer Tina Turner. The exhibit opens on Saturday. Learn more.
Succulent Extravaganza
All succulents, cacti, and terra cotta pottery will be 15 % off at The Secret Garden in Elk Grove. The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The Late Mouse Coffee Co. cart will be there serving drinks and pastries. Learn more.
Capital City Jazz Festival
Saxophonist Jeff Ryan, musician Harley White Jr., the band AgapéSoul and more will perform from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at Old Sacramento State Historic Park. There will also be food trucks and a wine and beer garden. Free admission. Learn more.
Geek Pride Day - Night Market
A pop-up night market with geeky local vendors runs 4-10 p.m. Sunday at the Lucid Winery & Event Venue in Sacramento. The event is cosplay-friendly and features wine, a live DJ and photo ops. Event organized by SacGeeks. Free admission. Learn more.
Sacramento Eid-AL-Adha Eid Bazaar
More than 25 vendors from Los Angeles and the Bay Area will sell goods for Eid-Ul-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice), one of the most important holidays in Islam. There will be Pakistani and Indian suits, Punjabi Juttis, jewelry, clutches, Pakistani Dupattas and more for sale. Event organized by Courte by Kiran. Free admission. Free parking. Learn more.
Taste of Korea in Sacramento
Try Korean dishes and drinks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at the IYF (International Youth Fellowship) Sacramento event center in Rancho Cordova. Dishes include Beef Bulgogi Bowl, Kimchi Fried Rice Bowl and Korean Corn Dogs. There will also be a Squid Game Challenge with a $5 entry fee where people can compete in five games for prizes. Free admission. Learn more.
Sactown Showdown
A Motorcycle rodeo for law enforcement and civilian riders runs 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento. Watch motorcyclists show off their skills, sharpen their skills and compete for prizes. Free admission. Learn more.
Nevada County-area events
The Strawberry Music Festival
The multi-day, family-friendly Spring music festival runs Wednesday through Monday at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. Click here to buy tickets. Learn more.
Stockton-area events
Midtown Music & Art Fest
Local bands will perform from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Yosemite Street Village in Stockton. Dystopian Doulas performs experimental music from 11-11:45 a.m. and The Catalyst Band will play classic rock from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Learn more.
Women's Soccer | Stockton Cargo vs California Storm
The pre-professional game runs 6-8 p.m. Sunday on Knoles Field at the University of the Pacific in Stockton. Tickets are $15. Learn more.
Women's Rugby | Bay Breakers vs New York Exiles
Gates open at 5 p.m. and kickoff is at 6 p.m. for the AAPI Heritage Night match at the Grape Bowl Stadium in Lodi. The half-time show features a Polynesian dance. Peachy's Food To Go will be onsite serving Filipino fusion dishes along with drinks from Idol Beerworks and Michael David Winery. Tickets are $20 for general admission. Learn more.
Nick Cannon Presents: MTV Wild 'N Out Live
The Wild’n Out Live Tour will perform comedy, music and freestyle rap battles from 9-11 p.m. Saturday at Adventist Health Arena in Stockton. The lineup includes Nick Cannon, Hitman Holla, Conceited, Charlie Clips, Justina Valentine, DC Young Fly, Rip Micheals, Jason Lee, Maddy, Pretty Vee, Timothy DeLaGhetto, Lovely Mimi, Emmanuel Hudson, and DJ D-Wrek. Tickets start at $22. Learn more.
Modesto-area events
Journey USA – The Hits of Journey
A cover band performing hits from the rock band Journey will perform at 8 p.m. Friday at The State Theatre in Modesto. Tickets range from $35 to $55. Learn more.
New Moon Market
Spiritual Vedros, music, dancing and food will be available from 3-8 p.m. Sunday at Persuasion Brewing Co. in Modesto. Free admission. Learn more.
More concerts and sports
Concerts in the Park
Xzibit headlines Concerts in the Park on Friday at Cesar Chavez Park in downtown Sacramento. Harris Rudman, D. Sean and DJ Oasis are also performing starting at 6 p.m. Learn more.
The A's in West Sacramento
The A's face off against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend at Sutter Health Park. Games are at 7:05 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 1:05 p.m. on Sunday. Click here to buy tickets.
Grupo Bryndis con Mi Banda El Mexicano
The concert is at 8 p.m. Saturday at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland. Learn more.
Ralph Barbosa & René Vaca
These comedians take the stage 8 p.m. on Friday at The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino on Saturday. Learn more.
BottleRock Napa Valley
Green Day, Justin Timberland, Noah Kahan and more will perform Friday through Sunday at Napa Valley Expo. Learn more.
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Stockton Ports
The Stockton Ports baseball team are taking on the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes. On Friday, 1,000 fans will get a Stockton Thunder hockey jersey in tribute to the 10th anniversary of the team's final game. It's also country and rodeo night. On Saturday, expect fireworks for Star Wars night. On Sunday, kids can run the bases after the game. Learn more.
