The World’s Strongest Man competition is returning to Sacramento May 24-29, 2022, for five days of grueling contests between 30 men. This event marks the first time World’s Strongest Man is hosting a fan fest, and it’s free to attend.
World’s Strongest Man came to Sacramento last year for the first time in June, just as events began to return to California after the initial Covid-19 shutdowns, and attendance was limited. This year, thanks to the fan fest, far more spectators will be able to attend and see the feats of strength that World’s Strongest Man has long been known for.
Events will take place on Capitol Mall between Eighth and Ninth streets, and the only entrance is through the fan fest at 10th and L streets in downtown Sacramento. The fan fest will include food trucks, activations, giveaways and more.
All event details are available on the official World’s Strongest Man website, and the daily schedule is as follows:
Qualifier Day 1: Tuesday, May 24
Qualifier Day 2: Wednesday, May 25
Qualifier Day 3: Thursday, May 26
Finals Day 1: Saturday, May 28
Finals Day 2: Sunday, May 29.
Note that there are no events on Friday, May 27.
When you’re in town for World’s Strongest Man, make sure to take the time to explore more of what Sacramento has to offer.
As America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, Sacramento is known for its food, whether it’s one of the many restaurants with Michelin Guide recognition or those great mom-and-pop places that serve unique local offerings. Visit the restaurants and drinks section on our website for more information.
If it’s warm, or your favorite strongman just achieved something epic, you may want to enjoy a nice cold beer. With more than 80 breweries in the region, diving into Sacramento’s beer scene can be the perfect way to spend an evening or that Friday when there aren’t any events. Visit our beer guide to get started.
For a more comprehensive look at what Sacramento has to offer, read our newest issue of the Sacramento Visitors’ Guide, and plan your stay here in town. You’ll find information on attractions, museums, the arts, dining, wine tasting, and even places you can eat with your dog.
World’s Strongest Man is in town for a week, so if you’re coming, it’s best to book a hotel and plan to explore Sacramento while you’re here.
Learn more about what it takes to be – and feed – a World's Strongest Man competitor with our Visit Sacramento Podcast episode with Brian Shaw recorded before last year's event below.
