Spend Fourth of July Weekend in Downtown Sacramento

Holidays | Kiara Badue — Jul 02, 2026

Fourth of July is the perfect excuse to stay local and make the most of the long weekend. Beyond the fireworks, downtown Sacramento is packed with things to do. Plan on spending the afternoon exploring the Old Sacramento Waterfront, grab dinner along the river, or make a full weekend of live music, block parties, basketball, and holiday celebrations.

Kick Off the Holiday Early, Celebrate all Weekend

Cabana Club Festivities
Cabana Club is celebrating all weekend long with something different each night. Put your patriotic knowledge to the test during All-American Trivia Night on July 2, grab the mic for ’90s Karaoke on July 3, and keep the party going on the Fourth with Red, White & Boozy.

Simply Sinatra at The Citizen Hotel | Thursday, July 2 | 8:30 PM – 9:45 PM
Looking for a slower pace? Spend the evening enjoying timeless Sinatra classics inside one of downtown’s most iconic hotels. | *ticketed event

BUNT Block Party | Friday, July 3 | 3–10 PM
ALL DAY ALL NIGHT, EARTH1, and DJ DIALS PRESENT bring BUNT to Ali Youssefi Square for an evening of live music, drinks, and high-energy summer vibes. This event is 18+. | *ticketed event

NBA California Classic Weekend at DOCO | July 4–6
Keep the holiday weekend going with basketball-themed fun at DOCO. Families can enjoy game booths, inflatable hoops, face painting, live DJs, and interactive activities throughout the weekend.

Fourth of July BBQ on the Delta King | Saturday, July 4 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Celebrate aboard the historic Delta King with a Fourth of July BBQ and live music on the landing. Looking to make an evening of it? Reserve dinner at The Pilothouse Restaurant or purchase admission to enjoy the festivities aboard the boat before settling in along the waterfront. | *ticketed event

Fourth of July at Tipsy Putt | Saturday, July 4
Grab a $2.50 beer, challenge your friends to a round of mini golf, and keep the holiday fun going before or after your evening plans.

Sacramento Living History’s Independence Day Celebration | Saturday, July 4 | 9AM to 3 PM

Looking for some free, family, July 4th fun? Come to Sacramento Living History’s Independence Day celebration at 1002 2nd Street and Pony Express Park in Old Sacramento.

Don’t Miss the Fireworks
Look to the sky as the Athletics’ 250th Birthday of America postgame fireworks light up the Old Sacramento Waterfront at 9:30 PM. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the holiday after a day of shopping, dining, or exploring the historic riverfront.

However you celebrate, there’s no better place to spend Fourth of July weekend than right here in the heart of the city.