Sacramento Events — October 13 – October 31, 2026
Week of October 13, 2026
Hey Sacramento! Here is your October 13–31 edition across Tech, Arts, Sports, Civics and Wellness. Explore hands-on AI workshops and Sac Tech Week, Broadway and museum programs, Kings basketball, public meetings and mindful movement. This edition also highlights Beers Books and Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. Events are listed in Sacramento local time (PDT); the Rancho Cordova workshop is labeled as a regional outing. Follow the official links to confirm registration, ticket availability and schedule changes before making plans.
Reading list / Sacramento
AI Ethics
In California's capital, technology and public decisions meet. This edition asks who benefits from AI, who bears its costs, and how communities can hold automated systems accountable. Bring those questions to Sac Tech Week and your next local conversation.
- 01AI Risk Management Framework / NIST
Practical ways to identify, measure and manage risks before deploying AI.
- 02Principles for Trustworthy AI / OECD
Human rights, transparency, accountability and democratic values in AI policy.
- 03Atlas of AI / Book by Kate Crawford
The labor, resources and environmental costs behind artificial intelligence.
- 04Automating Inequality / Book by Virginia Eubanks
How automated public-service decisions can deepen inequality, and why oversight matters.
Events this week
Civics
Sacramento City Council — Evening Session
Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Sacramento City Council — Evening SessionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Sacramento City Council — Evening Session
Sports
Kings vs. Trail Blazers — Preseason
Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
Sacramento hosts Portland in a preseason game. Tickets and venue information are available through Golden 1 Center.
Event details for Kings vs. Trail Blazers — PreseasonVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Kings vs. Trail Blazers — Preseason
Arts
Water for Elephants — Opening Night
Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026, 7:30 PM PDT at SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center
The touring Broadway musical opens its Sacramento run with circus artistry and a story of finding a new home. Buy tickets from Broadway Sacramento and review its age and content guidance.
Event details for Water for Elephants — Opening NightVenue page for SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts CenterOfficial source for Water for Elephants — Opening Night
Tech
SEA Mastermind: AI to Grow Your Business
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Aggie Square Event Center
An interactive AI experience, an entrepreneurial panel and small-group networking with Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy alumni and business leaders. Registration required; attendance is limited by design.
Event details for SEA Mastermind: AI to Grow Your BusinessVenue page for Aggie Square Event CenterOfficial source for SEA Mastermind: AI to Grow Your Business
Civics
Animal Wellbeing Commission
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Animal Wellbeing CommissionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Animal Wellbeing Commission
Sports
Sacramento Kings Fan Fest
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 6:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
A free Kings fan event presented by Sutter Health. A ticket reservation is required; doors open at 4:30 PM.
Event details for Sacramento Kings Fan FestVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Sacramento Kings Fan Fest
Wellness
Women's Wellness Circle
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 6:00 PM PDT at Yoga Shala Arden
A supportive women's gathering with meditation, discussion, breathwork and somatic movement. Gather and mingle at 6 PM; the circle begins at 6:30 PM. Listed price: $30. Register with Yoga Shala.
Event details for Women's Wellness CircleVenue page for Yoga Shala ArdenOfficial source for Women's Wellness Circle
Tech
Harnesses: How an AI-Native Company Actually Runs
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at HUMANBULB Innovation Center
Watch Pat Santora build the instructions, gates and hooks that keep AI agents on track, then build your own starter harness. Bring a laptop with a working coding agent and clone the organizer's starter repository. Doors and setup at 5:30 PM; workshop starts at 6 PM.
Event details for Harnesses: How an AI-Native Company Actually RunsVenue page for HUMANBULB Innovation CenterOfficial source for Harnesses: How an AI-Native Company Actually Runs
Civics
Active Transportation Commission
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Active Transportation CommissionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Active Transportation Commission
Arts
Monoprinting Made Easy
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 PM PDT at Crocker Art Museum
Explore simple printmaking using press and rubbing techniques in this museum studio class for ages 18+. Listed price: $55 members, $70 nonmembers. Register through the museum.
Event details for Monoprinting Made EasyVenue page for Crocker Art MuseumOfficial source for Monoprinting Made Easy
Arts
Gladys Goes to the Movies: Arsenic and Old Lace
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:30 PM PDT at Crocker Art Museum
Watch the 1944 classic in a film program inspired by artist Gladys Nilsson. Listed price: $8 members, $16 nonmembers. Check the museum page for admission and registration.
Event details for Gladys Goes to the Movies: Arsenic and Old LaceVenue page for Crocker Art MuseumOfficial source for Gladys Goes to the Movies: Arsenic and Old Lace
Sports
WWE SmackDown
Friday, Oct 16, 2026, 4:30 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
WWE returns to Golden 1 Center. Check the official page for the live start time, tickets and venue entry rules.
Event details for WWE SmackDownVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for WWE SmackDown
Arts
Los Inquietos Del Norte, Gerardo Ortiz & Luis Angel El Flaco
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
A regional Mexican music concert at Golden 1 Center. Confirm the current lineup, tickets and venue policies on the official event page.
Event details for Los Inquietos Del Norte, Gerardo Ortiz & Luis Angel El FlacoVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Los Inquietos Del Norte, Gerardo Ortiz & Luis Angel El Flaco
Wellness
Awaken Your Hips
Sunday, Oct 18, 2026, 1:30 PM PDT at Yoga Shala Midtown
Bella Dreizler leads an all-levels workshop on hip anatomy, mobility and stability through yoga and physical therapy. Listed price: $55. Bring your rollers or balls if you have them; register with the studio.
Event details for Awaken Your HipsVenue page for Yoga Shala MidtownOfficial source for Awaken Your Hips
Tech
Sac Tech Week: State of Innovation Kickoff Breakfast
Monday, Oct 19, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT at 1442 on the Blvd
Founders, investors and civic leaders discuss AI, the future of work, energy infrastructure and Sacramento's innovation economy. Choose a ticket through the organizer.
Event details for Sac Tech Week: State of Innovation Kickoff BreakfastVenue page for 1442 on the BlvdOfficial source for Sac Tech Week: State of Innovation Kickoff Breakfast
Civics
Measure U Community Advisory Commission
Monday, Oct 19, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Measure U Community Advisory CommissionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Measure U Community Advisory Commission
Civics
Sacramento City Council — Evening Session
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Sacramento City Council — Evening SessionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Sacramento City Council — Evening Session
Tech
Startup World Cup Sacramento Regional
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Watch ten regional startups pitch live for local prizes and a place in the global competition. Free and open to the public; registration is required and capacity is limited.
Event details for Startup World Cup Sacramento RegionalVenue page for Carlsen Center for Innovation & EntrepreneurshipOfficial source for Startup World Cup Sacramento Regional
Arts
Doja Cat
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 7:30 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
Doja Cat brings her live show to downtown Sacramento. Use Golden 1 Center's official page for tickets and entry policies.
Event details for Doja CatVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Doja Cat
Tech
Sac Tech Week: Prototype — Building Your New Coworker
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026, 11:00 AM PDT at Frequency Coworking & Events, Rancho Cordova
A hands-on AI mini summit in Greater Sacramento: build a Claude-powered business copilot, automate a workflow, and use Replit to create a practical business tool. Register with the organizer.
Event details for Sac Tech Week: Prototype — Building Your New CoworkerVenue page for Frequency Coworking & Events, Rancho CordovaOfficial source for Sac Tech Week: Prototype — Building Your New Coworker
Civics
Preservation Commission
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Preservation CommissionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Preservation Commission
Civics
Planning and Design Commission
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Planning and Design CommissionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Planning and Design Commission
Sports
Kings vs. Trail Blazers — Opening Night
Friday, Oct 23, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
Sacramento's home opening night against Portland at Golden 1 Center. Confirm ticket availability with the official venue.
Event details for Kings vs. Trail Blazers — Opening NightVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Kings vs. Trail Blazers — Opening Night
Tech
Tandem: A Human-First Tech Summit
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT at Sacramento — exact location provided after registration
A Sac Tech Week summit exploring AI, work, creativity, robotics, climate and the human impact of emerging technology. The organizer requires registration to disclose the exact address; choose a ticket on its page.
Event details for Tandem: A Human-First Tech SummitVenue page for Sacramento — exact location provided after registrationOfficial source for Tandem: A Human-First Tech Summit
Sports
Kings vs. Grizzlies
Sunday, Oct 25, 2026, 6:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
Sunday evening basketball as the Kings host Memphis. Use the official venue page for tickets and entry details.
Event details for Kings vs. GrizzliesVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Kings vs. Grizzlies
Civics
Ethics Commission
Monday, Oct 26, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Ethics CommissionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Ethics Commission
Civics
Sacramento City Council — Evening Session
Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT at Sacramento City Hall
Attend a public meeting listed on the City of Sacramento's calendar. Check the official calendar for the agenda, public-comment instructions and any schedule changes; future agendas may not yet be posted.
Event details for Sacramento City Council — Evening SessionVenue page for Sacramento City HallOfficial source for Sacramento City Council — Evening Session
Arts
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Thursday, Oct 29, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
A family figure-skating show featuring Disney characters, costumes and stories of heroism. This listing is for the specified performance; select the matching date and time when buying tickets.
Event details for Disney On Ice presents Find Your HeroVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Arts
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Friday, Oct 30, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
A family figure-skating show featuring Disney characters, costumes and stories of heroism. This listing is for the specified performance; select the matching date and time when buying tickets.
Event details for Disney On Ice presents Find Your HeroVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Arts
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026, 10:30 AM PDT at Golden 1 Center
A family figure-skating show featuring Disney characters, costumes and stories of heroism. This listing is for the specified performance; select the matching date and time when buying tickets.
Event details for Disney On Ice presents Find Your HeroVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Arts
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026, 2:30 PM PDT at Golden 1 Center
A family figure-skating show featuring Disney characters, costumes and stories of heroism. This listing is for the specified performance; select the matching date and time when buying tickets.
Event details for Disney On Ice presents Find Your HeroVenue page for Golden 1 CenterOfficial source for Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero
Business spotlight
Beers Books
Local business spotlight at Beers Books, 712 R Street, Sacramento, CA
A family-owned Sacramento bookstore offering new, used and rare books. Browse in person at 712 R Street; the store lists daily hours of 11 AM–7 PM. Check its website before visiting or arranging to sell books.
Venue page for Beers Books, 712 R Street, Sacramento, CAOfficial source for Beers Books
Community spotlight
Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
Community spotlight at Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
Support Sacramento neighbors through food assistance and volunteer service. Volunteers inspect, sort, repack and distribute food. Choose an available shift on the official calendar, review age and eligibility requirements, and wear fully closed-toe shoes. Shift availability changes.
Venue page for Sacramento Food Bank & Family ServicesOfficial source for Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
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