Concerts & Live Music

Ready to turn up the volume? Sacramento’s live music scene is packed with energy, good vibes, and can't-miss shows all year long.

Big-name artists take over the stage at Golden 1 Center, while smaller venues like Ace of Spades and Channel 24 keep the calendar full year-round with up-and-coming acts and local favorites.

Festival season in Sacramento is also not to be missed. Rock out at Aftershock, boot scootin’ boogie at GoldenSky Country Music Festival, or feel the island vibe at Holo Holo Music Festival. And now there’s even more to love. Terra Madre Americas is bringing global flavors and a killer music lineup to Sacramento. Expect food and drink tastings from around the world, live music, celebrity chef demonstrations, interactive workshops, and more.

And if you’re planning a trip to Sacramento in the summer, don’t miss Concerts in the Park, a free Friday night concert series in the heart of downtown with live bands, food, and drinks.

Whether you're into rock, country, reggae, or something in between, Sacramento’s live music scene offer something for every kind of music lover. Scroll down to check out upcoming shows and start planning your next live music experience in California’s capital city.

Terra Madre Americas

Terra Madre Americas is a can't miss gloabl culinary convergence happening Sept. 26-28, 2025, ft. live music from The War on Drugs, Spoon, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, Jade Bird, and Passion Pit (Solo Acoustic).

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Sacramento's Aftershock Music Festival

Aftershock returns to Sacramento's Discovery Park October 2 - 5, 2025 featuring headliners Blink-182, Deftones, Korn, Bring Me The Horizon, and more.

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Holo Holo Music Festival

Enjoy two days of island and reggae music at Holo Holo Music Festival, jam-packed with great tunes, delicious food, and the perfect chance to gather with friends and family.

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Sacramento's Concerts in the Park

The annual Concerts in the Park series brings live music to downtown’s Cesar Chavez Plaza on Friday evenings from May 2 to June 27.

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Upcoming Music Events

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Jan 29

Candlelight: Best of Joe Hisaishi

Jan 29, 2026 California State Railroad Museum
Jan 29

Live Mariachi at Casa Lola

Jan 29, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Casa Lola
Jan 29

Open Mic - Two Tune Thursday at Twin Lotus Thai Restaurant

Jan 29, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026 Twin Lotus Thai
Jan 30

AJ Lee and Blue Summit

Jan 30, 2026 Harlow's

Performing Arts

Sacramento has several top caliber performing arts groups, including the Sacramento Ballet, the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera, and many more. Visitors can see shows in a variety of venues, including the historic Memorial Auditorium in downtown...

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