15 Things to do in Sacramento this February 2019
From bacon festivals, charity events, classic films, palette development classes, and Valentine’s Day celebrations, check out the fantastic things Sacramento has to offer for the month of February!
#1 First Friday at Beatnik Studios
When: Friday, February 1st
Where: Beatnik Studios
Time: 6 – 9 pm
Cost: FREE
About the show: “The artists we have chosen exemplify different aspects of the “florescence,” each creating forms that seem to flower and expand. Zahra Ammar, in paper, Jeff Mayry in oil, and Irubiel Moreno in layers of pattern and symbolism.” – via TheBeatnikJournal
#2 Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind at The Crest
When: Friday, February 1st
Where: Crest Sacramento
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $7.50 – $9.50
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About the film: “When their relationship turns sour, a couple undergoes a medical procedure to have each other erased from their memories.” via IMDB
#3 2019 FREE Museum Day
When: Saturday, February 2nd
Where: Varies
Cost: FREE
Check out the museums involved here.
“With 25 museums participating by offering complimentary admission, the 21st Annual Free Museum Day takes place on Saturday, February 2, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. New this year, the popular day is also the kick-off to Sacramento Museum Week (February 2-8, 2019) filled with special events, activities and activations at various museums. While admission is complimentary to everyone on Free Museum Day only, regular admission applies at all museums during Sacramento Museum Week. ” via SacMuseums.org
#4 Hamlet by the Sacramento Ballet
When: February 15th, 16th, 17th
Where: Sacramento Community Center Theater
Time: Varies
Cost: $25 – $80
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“Hamlet is a dark, sumptuous journey through Shakespeare’s tale, bending and at times breaking the original narrative to create moments of intriguing texture and fiery emotion. Ballet, by its very nature, is dramatic. It’s pure emotion given form through movement, light, and music. ” – via Austin Arts Watch
#5 8th Annual Sacramento Bacon Fest
When: Sunday, February 10th
Where: Mulvaney’s B&L
Time: 2 – 6 pm
Cost: $60
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“Sacramento Bacon Fest is a farm to fork festival that spans a week showcasing the culinary bounty of the Sacramento region with a particular focus on the craft of whole animal butchery and charcuterie.” – via eventbrite.com
#6 A$AP Rocky at The Golden 1 Center
When: Friday, February 1st
Where: Golden 1 Center
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $34+
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“A$AP Rocky will be hitting the road this winter with his Injured Generation Tour, stopping by Golden 1 Center on February 1, 2019. The tour comes on the heels of the release of A$AP Rocky’s highly-anticipated third studio album, TESTING – garnering over 1 billion streams worldwide. ” – via Golden1Center.com
#7 The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Valentine’s Day Edition
When: Saturday, February 16th
Where: The Colonial Theatre
Time: 10 pm
Cost: $20+
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With live shadowcast Amber’s Sweets. Valentine’s edition. Couples VIP, non-couple VIP, general admission available!
#8 Black History Month Celebration Family Festival
When: Sunday, February 17th
Where: Crocker Art Museum
Time: 11 – 3 pm
Cost: FREE
“The Crocker is proud to host Sacramento’s largest Black History Month event! The richness of the African American experience comes to life through live performances, art activities, film shorts, mini-talks, and the return of The Black & Beautiful Artisans Marketplace. Participants include Thrive Choir, The BlyueRoseDance Project, Julian Dixon and his Tuba Time Tunnel, storyteller Diane Ferlatte, author Dr. HalifuOsumare, playwright Ginger Rutland, and a special presentation of Deborah Pittman’s Small Shoulders/Big Dreams II. In addition, there will be a unique opportunity to experience Sacramento Regional Transit’s “Rosa Parks bus,” and a Nappy Hair Live Exhibition curated by Sacred Crowns Hair Salon.
At 3 PM, immediately following the festival, join us for a special screening presented by CineSoul – Sacramento Black Film Festival.” – via CrockerArt.org
#9 Sac Co-Op Valentine’s Dinner
When: Thursday, February 14th
Where: Sacramento Natural Foods Co-Op
Time: 6 pm
Cost: $85-95
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“Make Valentine’s Day extra special with this elegant five course dinner, with each course paired with a distinctive wine. Enjoy almond, rosemary cocktail cookies; caviar deviled eggs; beet, citrus, kale and pistachio salad; pork tenderloin in a cherry port sauce served with browned butter gruyére potato gratin, winter vegetable pureé, finished with raspberry créme brulee and a chocolate truffle. Recipes will be provided.”
#10 Temple Coffee Palate Development & Tasting
When: Saturday, February 23rd
Where: Temple Coffee at S st.
Time: 10 – 11:30 am
Cost: $30
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“Ever wonder how we come up with coffee flavor notes? Come learn how! The Temple training staff will discuss the coffee flavor wheel while exploring and tasting fruit, chocolate, and coffee samples for aroma, body, acidity, sweetness, and flavor. All palates welcome! Includes a 12oz bag of beans.” – via TempleCoffee.com
#11 OneSpeed Pizza Class
When: Monday, February 11th
Where: OneSpeed Pizza
Time: 6 pm
Cost: $75
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“In a small class setting, Rick will walk you through making a delicious dough and pizza sauce, how best to form and top your pizza, and everything else you need to make a OneSpeed style pizza at home. Dinner and wine are included in the ticket price.” – via EventBrite.com
#12 2019 H&L Cocktail Academy- Vodka & Gin
When: Saturday, February 9th
Where: Hook and Ladder
Time: 2 – 4 pm
Cost: $65
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“Join Hook & Ladder Manufacturing Co. for a series of cocktail classes led by their Beverage Director, Chris Tucker. Each class will last approximately two hours and feature a lecture and demonstration, tasting and hands-on drink creation. Enjoy small bites from the kitchen while you practice your skills. This edition of Cocktail Academy – Vodka & Gin. A Liquid History Lesson.” – via EventBrite.com
#13 Taylor’s Market Butchering 101 – Basic Butchering Principles and Techniques
When: Saturday, February 23rd
Where: Taylor’s Kitchen
Time: 10 – 1 pm
Cost: $40
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“Join a Taylor’s Market Butcher for an informative session on the basic principles of home butchering and preparation of basic cuts of meat. A light lunch will be served- $40.00 per person limited to 25 attendees.” via TaylorsMarket.com
#14 Don’t Tell Comedy – Southside Park
When: Saturday, February 2nd
Where: Southside Park
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $20
“Don’t Tell Comedy brings secretive, intimate comedy shows to unique settings in your neighborhood, and it’s BYOB! ” – via donttellcomedy.com
#15 Valentine’s Beer & Cupcake Pairing at Jackrabbit Brewing Co.
When: February 9th & 10th
Where: Jackrabbit Brewing Co.
Time: Sat 11 am – 9 pm, Sun 11 am – 7 pm
Cost: $22
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“Share with a valentine, galentine or keep it all to yourself, this is one pairing you do not want to miss! These adorable mini cupcakes from Freeport Bakery are delicious and flavorful, the perfect complement to our ales. Get 4 mini cupcakes & 4/5oz pours for $20.” – via Jackrabbitbrewingcompany.com
I’ll see you around Sac locals!
With my love of all things design and food, it was only natural for me to start a blog. I want to share with others my adventures as I travel, eat, read, photograph, and discover my way through Sacramento. As a Realtor, it’s important to me to know what’s happening in my community. And why not share that with you?