SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The country's tourism industry is wrapping up National Travel & Tourism Week, recognizing the significant role that the tourism industry plays in the U.S. economy. Locally, most Sacramento residents know that agriculture, government and healthcare are big players in the Capital City. But under the radar, Sacramento's tourism…
Read MoreSACRAMENTO, Calif. - Whether you like modern rock, Dixieland jazz, country, gospel or bluegrass, the 42 nd edition of the Sacramento Music Festival continues down the path of musical diversity for 2015. Some of the bands for this year's Festival include Tower of Power, Everclear, Eve 6, Shawn Mullins, Gloriana and the Latin-tinged rock and roll…
Read MoreSACRAMENTO, Calif. - California's Capital City has long been a destination for families, boasting historic sites, museums, parks and kid-approved restaurants. Now, the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCVB) is adding a new layer to its existing family marketing campaign that aims to inspire families of all types to visit the city. The…
Read MoreAmerica's Farm-to-Fork Capital sees craft brewing explosion SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Once home to the largest craft brewery in the Golden State, Sacramento's beer scene is back - in a big way. Home to more than 40 breweries, the Sacramento region is embracing its agricultural roots to create homegrown beers that are quickly attracting international…
Read MoreNew opportunity to be a part of the region's most exciting events SACRAMENTO, Calif. -There's never been a more exciting time to be in Sacramento. To bring residents to the front lines of that excitement, the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCVB) and Sacramento Sports Commission are inviting the community to play a key role in…
Read MoreNew guide offers insider tips on the Sacramento wine region SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Imagine a leisurely afternoon of wine tasting, where the winemaker pours you a glass as she tells you about the grapes grown nearby. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and perhaps best of all, your tastings are affordable and delicious. While this may sound like…
Read MoreNewly created position designed to manage organizational and program expansions SACRAMENTO, CA- The Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCVB) has named Mike Testa Chief Operating Officer (COO). Over the past two years, the SCVB has demonstrated dramatic growth in convention hotel room night production and has expanded its business focus with…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Sidney Scheideman 916-541-2396 December 9, 2014 Countdown to 2015 with the New Year's Eve Sky Spectacular! Free Community Celebration Includes Two Firework Displays, Entertaining Live Music Line-Up & More SACRAMENTO, CA. - Sacramento's most anticipated New Year's Eve celebration, the 15th Annual New Year's Eve Sky…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Angie Pappas 916.431.2731 apappas@calrest.org Note: Interviews and demonstrations with restaurateurs, chefs and participating charities are available upon request. Farm-to-Fork Restaurant Weeks kick off Saturday Presented by the CRA Sacramento chapter, event will benefit food banks, Food Literacy Center through Sept…
Read MoreSACRAMENTO, Calif. - This September, food and wine enthusiasts will be flocking to the epicenter of the country's farm-to-fork movement for the culinary party of the year. From Sept. 13-28, Sacramento will host the annual Farm-to-Fork Celebration, a two-week extravaganza highlighting the bounty of fresh foods and thriving agricultural community…
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