April is here, and with it comes April Fools, Easter, Earth Day, and April showers. No matter what may come, we’ve rounded up some events that are rain-or-shine ready. From checking out Photography Month to meeting your favorite author, here are some of the ways you can make it an adventurous April in Sacramento.
Photography Month Sacramento
Participating Locations
April 1-30 | Various dates & times
Say cheese! Through a series of events and hands-on activities, Photography Month creates an annual celebration of collaboration and creativity in the photographic arts. Celebrate the joy of photography by checking out local exhibits, activities, and more.
Athletics Opening Day
Sutter Health Park
April 3 | Fri 6:40pm
Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks; the Athletics’ home opener is right around the corner. Cheer on the A’s as they take on the Houston Rockets on Opening Night at Sutter Health Park. But the fun doesn’t end there; be sure to stay after for a post-game fireworks show.
Meet the Founders of RCAF in Mictlán
Sacramento History Museum
April 4 | Sat 2pm-3:30pm
On the final weekend of the exhibition RCAF in Mictlan: 50th Anniversary of Dia de los Muertos, the Sacramento History Museum will host the leaders who established and nurtured this ceremony within the community. Come to the museum for an intimate conversation with Senora Angelbertha Cobb, Stan Padilla, Lupe Portillo, David Rasul, and Tere Romo.
MJ The Musical
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center
April 8-19 | Wed & Fri 7:30pm, Thurs & Sat 1:30pm & 7:30pm & Sun 1:30pm
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Sacramento. Take a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status.
Sacramento Kings Home Closer
Golden 1 Center
April 10 | Fri 7pm
Bring the last roar for the season. Don’t miss out on the last home game of the season at Golden 1 Center. Join in the Sixth Man Celebration and cheer on your Sacramento Kings.
Pacific Four Series Double Header
Heart Health Park
April 11 | Sat 4pm
World Rugby will host the opening weekend of the 2026 Pacific Four Series right here in Sacramento! The sixth edition of the annual intercontinental elite women’s rugby competition between the United States, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia.
Bockbierfest 2026
Sacramento Turn Verein
April 18 | Sat 3pm-11:30pm
Spring starts in earnest with the celebration of the famous Bockbier coming to the Sacramento Turn Verein. This traditional Bockbierfest will present authentic German Bockbier, great music, a variety of German foods, and wonderful performances of traditional dances by the Alpentänzer Schuhplattler.
Sacramento Book Festival
Scottish Rite Center
April 19 | Sun 10am-5pm
Booktok lovers, this one is for you. The Sacramento Book Festival features 200 local authors, a dedicated kids’ room with activities, and panels with many well-known authors.
Stay up to date on all April events by checking Sacramento365’s event calendar.
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