April 9, 2025 / Author: the Railyards
The weather is warming up, which means it’s the perfect time of year for festivals and family outings. Discover 20 spring events in Sacramento.
Spring is here in Sacramento, which means it’s time to celebrate! Discover 20 exciting local events to add to your calendar this year. Whether you’re a concert-goer, a craft beer aficionado, or are looking to take the kids to the museum, Sacramento has a springtime event for you.
20 Ways to Celebrate Spring 2025 in Sacramento
2nd Saturday of Every Month: 2nd Saturday Art Walk
The 2nd Saturday Art Walk is a monthly open house event where Sacramento galleries and local businesses showcase art exhibits, live music, street fairs, and special events from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Stroll through Midtown and the Central City, explore local talent, and enjoy food and wine in a vibrant community setting!
Explore Your Artistic Side
Every Tuesday from 4–8 p.m., artists of all levels are invited to the Sacramento Fine Arts Center to “Hang Out and Do Art.” Explore your creative side during this open studio session where you’re invited to paint, create, and connect in a relaxed, welcoming space. Bring your own supplies, enjoy a shared meal, and explore the gallery for just $5.
Catch a Game: Oakland Athletics at West Sacramento
The Oakland Athletics are temporarily calling West Sacramento their home. Catch a game this spring at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, the home of the River Cats. The Athletics had 81 home games scheduled for the 2025 MLB season, and there’s still time to take the family out to the ballgame and watch some major league fun.
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Take in a Show: Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Don’t miss this irresistible masterpiece by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Celebrate unforgettable songs like “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door” at Sacramento Broadway at Music Circus.
Go for a Walk! SSPCA Doggy Dash
Join Northern California’s largest 2k/5k walk, the Doggy Dash, on April 12, 2025, at William Land Park to support the Sacramento SPCA and help over 40,000 animals annually. Walk, stay, and play while making a lifesaving impact!
Take a Bite at the Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival
The Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival is a weekend-long celebration dedicated to the ultimate comfort food—grilled cheese! Held at Southside Park, this nostalgic event brings together delicious sandwiches, live entertainment, and a fun-filled 1980s summer camp experience in the heart of Sacramento.
Family Friendly Events: Spring Open Climb
Join Peak Adventures on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 4–7 p.m. for a free climbing night with music, games, and a giveaway—open to everyone, not just Sac State students. Ages 8+ can climb with closed-toe shoes; under 18 must be with a parent or guardian.
Celebrate Beer Week 2025
Sacramento Beer Week is a week-long celebration of the region’s thriving craft beer scene, hosted by the Sacramento Area Brewers Guild every April - May across various Sacramento-area locations. Enjoy exclusive tastings, special releases, and events showcasing the best of local, independent breweries. Cheers to great beer and community!
Family Friendly Events: Old Sacramento Spring Festival
Celebrate spring at the Old Sacramento Spring Festival on Sunday, April 27, 2025, with live music, family-friendly activities, and seasonal treats throughout the historic district. Enjoy photo ops, street performances, and free entertainment all weekend long.
Enjoy Free Concerts in the Park
Concerts in the Park is Sacramento’s largest and longest-running FREE music festival, bringing Grammy-winning artists, DJs, and local legends to Cesar Chavez Plaza every Friday night in the summer. Enjoy live music, great food, and a vibrant community atmosphere in the heart of downtown!
Zoom Over to Sacramento Autorama
The 74th Annual Sacramento Autorama is rolling into Cal Expo, showcasing hundreds of custom hot rods, muscle cars, lowriders, trucks, and motorcycles. One of Northern California’s largest car shows, this year’s event will feature the World’s Most Beautiful Lowrider award and an Autorama Drive-In, where participants can show off their rides and enjoy exclusive perks. Don’t miss this ultimate celebration of automotive artistry!
Cactus and Succulent Show
The SCSS Annual Show and Sale returns the first weekend of May at the Shepard Garden and Arts Center. Explore a stunning exhibition of members' most prized succulent specimens and shop an impressive variety of unique and rare succulents at the plant sale. A must-visit for plant enthusiasts!
Cinco De Mayo Block Party in Stockton
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Stockton’s Mimosas Social Club on Sunday, May 4, starting at 2:00 PM, featuring three bands, the Reggaeton Fest DJ Squad, a full concert stage, drinks, and food.
Brunch in the Park
Join the 3rd Annual Brunch in the Park at Roosevelt Park in Sacramento for bottomless mimosas, Bloody Marys, beer, wine, and food from local vendors—all while supporting efforts to aid the unhoused. VIP guests get access to shaded seating, snacks, and exclusive vendor items.
