Third Thursday: DIY Workshops, Happy Hours, & More

Planned Days & Nights | Kiara Badue — Sep 17, 2026

There’s something extra magical about Third Thursday at the Old Sacramento Waterfront this month. Maybe it’s the giant Halloween pumpkin at K and Front Street setting the tone for fall, or the lineup of merchants opening their doors with fall-inspired crafts, hands-on workshops, tasty bites, and fresh-brewed coffee to enjoy along the waterfront.

If you haven’t checked out Third Thursday yet, this is the month to start! On Thursday, September 17, the neighborhood will be lively from 4–8 PM with DIY workshops, live demonstrations, open studios, after-hours shopping, and extended happy hours at select restaurants and bars. Check out the experiences below and let your creativity lead the way.

Restaurants

Start your Third Thursday with a drink or small plates at one of the participating restaurants and bars below offering extended happy hours and specials. Grab a glass of wine, settle in for a cocktail, or meet up with friends before heading out to explore the evening’s creative happenings around the neighborhood.

Supporter:
Finnegan’s Pub | Get 20% off with proof of purchase from participating location.

Participant:
Felicita Wine Co. | Happy hour, and free “Top o’ the Glass” charcuterie board with purchase of any classic tasting or wine flight

Extended Happy Hour:
Delta King
Bear & Crown
Parliament Wine Lounge
V’s Paradise | Extended Happy Hour & Tomahawk Thursday

DIY Workshops

EcoPress
Stuffie Art using Reclaimed Materials with Liz Awesome

Wild Sisters Book Co.
Junk Journal Bookmarks

Parliament Wine Lounge
Become your own winemaker | Blend varietals to make your own glass of wine.

Old Sac Shirts & Gifts
Build Your Own Italian Charm Bracelet

Haus of Comedy
Try Improv Comedy | Be there at 6pm-6:30pm for a free improv 101 Course.

Wonderland Gift Shop
Become a Henna Artist | Learn to draw henna with friends and family.

Ecojoyous
Pressed Flower Cards & Ornaments, featuring glass artist Janice Wu.

Sacramento History Museum
Felt Succulent Craft

Atrium 916
Sculpt your Own Pumpkin Magnet

Super Silver
Crystals & color: An evening to unwind | Explore all the different crystals, while unwinding from the week with coloring.

Ink & Image
Design your own Halloween Tees and Trick or Treat bags. Get your goblin on with 25% off Tees, draw string bags, and lunch totes for this event.

Live Demonstrations

Blueprint Coffee Project
Learn How to Make the Best Coffee at Home featuring Live Music

Panoply Fine Art Gallery
Gallery Artist Meet and Greet featuring Tom Matousek

K&S Jewelers
Birth Stone Series: Opal and Tourmaline featuring K & S Jewelers

Pittador Brews
Around the World in 4 Coffees | A guided tasting from Africa, Central America, South America & Asia-Pacific.

Open Studio

LiBush International Connections Africa
At the Table with LiBush | Shop the table & take home flowers.

Ashley Law Group
Free 10-Minute legal consults with 20% off of all legal services,

DearSisa Boutique
Fall Closet Refresh, bring gently loved clothing to learn about the buy-sell-refresh process.

Paperworks Museum
BOGO Ticket Offer | Death By Natural Causes, available 5 pm – 8 pm.

Thee Collective Space
Live Music, Food, and Drinks

Threadeco
Dolly Night! | Find out your best style with color, silhouettes, and styles.

Glow Studio
Selfie station in studio with live music.

Studio Marana
Open Studios | Meet the artist and creator Laurel Marana.

Supporting Locations

California Automobile Museum
Night at the Museum | Explore the Route 66 Carburetor Corners exhibit before it’s gone! Get half-off museum admission, drinks, museum exploration, and kids activities.