Celebrate Sacramento's vibrant arts community at Midtown Second Saturday, an all-day arts celebration featuring local artists, live music, nightlife, culinary arts, and gallery exhibitions, making it an arts destination like no other.
All day | Galleries and theaters
All day | Midtown Mural Walk
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Midtown Farmers Market
Noon – 4 p.m. | Family-friendly activities
2 – 8 p.m. | Curated Art Walk
4 – 8 p.m. | Block Parties
10 p.m. | After parties
Overnight | Hotel stays and brunch
Experience Sacramento's art scene with galleries and theaters hosting lively Second Saturday shows and pop-ups. From block parties to gallery shows, immerse yourself in the fun from May to October, with a variety of activities for all ages and interests. Check out the activity list below for specific dates and times to plan your next adventure!
Find art walks, block parties, gallery pop-ups, live music, theatre shows, and more throughout the grid.
2024 offers a unique curated Art Walk experience with opportunities for VIP experiences that include local food and drinks.
A: Sutter Health’s Midtown Second Saturday takes place May through October every Second Saturday. Second Saturday is an all-day celebration of local artists, live music and theatre, culinary arts, family-friendly park activities, nightlife and more.
A: Second Saturday is a celebration of arts and culture within Midtown Sacramento, and an opportunity to highlight the people who bring it to life. Every Second Saturday will be a unique experience, featuring live art exhibitions, musical and dance performances, family-friendly demonstrations, and food and drink specials at your favorite Midtown bars and restaurants. Some of the attractions you can find include our monthly curated art walk, art markets featuring local talented art vendors, outdoor movie nights, Instagrammable moments around unique art pieces, live painting, installments of new iconic murals in Midtown – the list goes on.
A: Each Second Saturday celebration will be held throughout Midtown. Discover art installments, galleries, art pop-ups, live music, special events, and dining and drink specials throughout the district in key locations, such as the Midtown Farmers Market, Fremont Park, art galleries, and more. Find a map of all attractions and activities above.
A: Each Second Saturday will feature unique activities and experiences, ensuring that each month is as memorable as the last, while retaining the same general schedule. Every Second Saturday, we welcome you to visit galleries, watch theatrical performances, and support creative businesses. At specific times and specific locations, enjoy the following:
A: Second Saturday is about exploring the district and seeing everything Midtown has to offer, and there is no better way to do that than walking, biking, or scootering. We advise all visitors to park at one of Midtown’s parking garages, then exploring the district on foot. A list of Midtown parking lots and garages can be found below. Use our interactive map to find the nearest parking location near you.
A: Nothing! That’s one of the best parts of Second Saturday. Throughout the day, visitors will be treated to free live music and art performances, including educational experiences, art markets, and live music performances. Midtown Association will have a VIP version of our monthly art walk and businesses throughout Midtown will be offering specials and their own activities, which may require tickets and/or entrance fees to participate. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these offerings to support the small businesses that make our community special.
A: Second Saturday is all about celebrating the incredible artists that make Sacramento a brighter and more vibrant place to live. Artists looking to participate in Second Saturday activities and programming should fill out our artist/performer interest form.
A: Whether you’re out of town or a local who wants to have a Second Saturday artsy staycation, find great options to stay at in Midtown including Fort Sutter Hotel and Hyatt House.
A: All visitor, business, and artist questions and feedback should be directed to secondsaturday@exploremidtown.org.
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Wondering about parking options for Second Saturday? Explore our interactive map to find convenient parking garages near you as you explore Midtown!
Interested in getting involved as a performer or artist? Be part of Sacramento’s vibrant arts community by filling out our artist/performer interest form to participate in Second Saturday activities and programming!
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