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You’re Going to GoldenSky!

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I’m loving that Sacramento is becoming a “City of Festivals.” It’s so cool that people are traveling to our city to have a great weekend listening to good music, eating great food, and making memories! This is my third year attending GoldenSky and I’m looking forward to the added day of festivities. If you’re going to GoldenSky and have never been to Sacramento, here are a few things you might want to check out while you’re in town. 

Getting to the Festival

I’m taking the SacRT bus from 8th & K to and from the festival. If you’re staying in a hotel downtown, I highly recommend it. It’s free and easy. Plus, the years I used ride-share, I waited well over an hour for my ride.  Check out the festival Getting Here page for more info. 

Convenience Stores

You can bring one factory-sealed bottle of water (20 oz. Max size) and non-aerosol sunscreen into GoldenSky. View the festival FAQ page for a full list of what you can and cannot bring in.   You’re probably going to want something to eat or drink, or some Tylenol on your way to the festival or when the night is over. Visit one of these stores:

7-11

1341 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Open 24 Hours

K Mini Mart

921 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Thursday–Friday 6AM–8PM

Saturday–Sunday 6AM–8PM

Sac Boss Shop (Old Sac)

1115 Front St #2, Sacramento, CA 95814

Thursday 11AM–8PM

Friday–Saturday 11AM–9PM

Sunday 11AM–8PM

Breakfast Places

Festival gates open around 12:30PM and you’ll want to fuel your body for a day of walking and dancing, here are a few breakfast spots you might like! 

Cafeteria 15L

American food, brunchy vibes, indoor and outdoor seating, and right next to Capitol Park. Make a reservation for quick service!

Old Soul Co. Capitol Mall

Coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating, breakfast sandwiches and burritos, a great view of the Capitol Building and Tower Bridge — plus, you can order ahead.

Steamers

Located in Old Sacramento (our walkable, historic district), this sit-down breakfast spot has a diner feel, with reliable food and drink options! 

Estelle Bakery & Pâtisserie

A Sacramento born and bre(a)d bakery, they’re open at 7:00 AM with fresh French pastries, a breakfast and lunch menu, and great coffee.

Bars

The festival ends around 10:00 PM. If you’re not ready to hang your hat up for the night, these bars could be for you! 

Last Stop Saloon 

An old west-themed bar with great food, drinks, and arcade games.

Honey & The Trapcat

Underground bar with patio space specializing in cocktails, late-night food, and pool tables.

Coin-Op

A bunch of arcade games, pizza by the slice, and walkable from most downtown hotels. 

KBAR.DOCO (Inside Koja Kitchen)

Karaoke bar with Korean-Japanese style food.

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