By Nicholas Ibarra | OBSERVER Staff Writer

All listed events, and more, can be viewed online on The OBSERVER’s community events calendar at SacObserver.com. Be sure to submit your events two weeks in advance to have the chance to be featured on the list.

  1. Revolutionary Grain: Exhibit On View at the California Museum Noon-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, July 8-Nov. 2, at the California Museum. This temporary exhibition features striking contemporary portraits and deeply personal stories of former members of the Black Panther Party. The exhibit portrays former Panthers as lawyers, social workers, teachers and political activists who continue to make a difference in their communities. Tickets from $8.
  2. Atlanta Braves vs. Athletics 7:05 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and 6:05 p.m. Thursday, July 8-10, at Sutter Health Park. Watch Lawrence Butler of the A’s take on Ronald Acuna Jr. of the Braves. Tickets from $42.
  3. Super Roll Weekend 2025 event times vary, Wednesday-Sunday, July 9-13, at Roller King, 889 Riverside Ave., Roseville. Events range from adult skate night to a gospel skate, Super Roll Friday and more. Tickets from $20.
  4. West End Blues: A Sacramento Jazzstory 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Sacramento History Museum. Performed by the dynamic Harley White Jr. Orchestra, each show highlights different eras of Sacramento’s jazz history, with new music and visuals added each time as the story progresses through the years. Whether you’re returning or attending for the first time, every show offers something fresh. Tickets are $60.
  5. Cookie Williams & Friends – in the Callback Bar 7 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at Punch Line Sacramento. A night of comedy presented by Cookie, whose approach to humor gives her unique comedic spin on everyday life and observations. Tickets from $20.
  6. California State Fair 4-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays-Sundays, July 11-24, at Cal Expo. Don’t miss the nonstop entertainment and fun. Featuring the Toyota Concert Series with Ludacris, Cypress Hill and En Vogue, and hundreds of other performances, exhibits, booths, rides, vendors and more. Tickets from $12.
  7. Friday Family Swim Night 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 11, at the Antelope Aquatic Complex, 7990 Palmerson Drive. Come for an evening of water-fun at the local pool. Tickets are $3.
  8. D.L. Hughley – Live Comedy 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Friday-Saturday, July 11-12, at Punch Line Comedy Club. Hughley is a highly recognized and popular stand-up comedian known for his astute and politically savvy comedy style. Tickets are $50.
  9. Shaq’s BASS ALL-STARS 6:30-11 p.m. Friday, July 11, at Heart Health Park. Experience DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal) throwing down hot tracks with extreme bass with Peekabo, Bear Grillz, Rated R and Cello. Tickets from $59.
  10. To Hope! Celebration Concert 7 p.m. Friday, July 11, at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. Dave Brubeck’s beautiful and soulful Mass “To Hope! A Celebration” with choir and orchestra, conducted by the talented Ryan Murray. The highly acclaimed Omari Tau and Jeanette Blakeney are featured soloists. Tickets from $25.
  11. Summer of Music Concert Series featuring Superbad the Band 7-9 p.m. Friday, July 11, at Folsom City Lions Park, 403 Stafford St. Come for the music and stay for the fun with food trucks, vendors and more. Superbad the Band plays top 40 hits from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Free and open to the public.
  12. Celebrate Oak Park 2025 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at McClatchy Park. A free, family-friendly festival hosted by the Oak Park Neighborhood Association. Enjoy live local music, delicious food, interactive activities for all ages and an array of community resources. Meet neighbors, support local vendors and connect with organizations working to uplift and empower Oak Park. Free and open to the public.
  13. HIP-HOP RODEO BRUNCH 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Our Place Event Space and Kitchen. Join Nights in the Valley, Hyphy RnB and More Nites Like This for an all-day experience that blends hip-hop heat with southern soul vibes. Expect a delicious brunch buffet, good vibes and great music to set the tone. They will also be teachin’ the crowd a few urban and country line dances. Tickets from $30.
  14. Olivia Lux Live at Faces Nightclub 6-11 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Faces Nightclub. “RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars 10” contestant Olivia Lux performs live. Tickets are $23.
  15. Innersoul 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Miner’s Leap Winery, 54250 S. River Road, Clarksburg. Innersoul was built from the beginning to be one of the Northern California, San Francisco and South Bay’s top total dance party bands. Their wide variety of upbeat, danceable songs will keep a dance floor packed throughout the evening. Tickets from $25.
  16. Candlelight: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites 6:30-7:45 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at the California State Railroad Museum. Get your tickets now to discover the music of neo-soul and hip-hop favorites from SZA, Lauryn Hill, Solange, Miguel, Frank Ocean, Prince, Sade, and more, performed by a range ensemble. Tickets from $53.
  17. The Courage to Be You | Reclaiming Your Inherent Worth 2:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Rock Mama Gallery, 5501 Power Inn Road No. 140. Hosted by Marleece Peart, luminary shaman, energy healing practitioner and creator of the Radiant Heart Sister Circle, and co-led by Dr. Gigi Smith, EFT practitioner and empowerment guide. Explore how the way we value ourselves determines what we allow, what we receive, and what we believe is possible. This is for the woman who is ready to stop proving and start receiving. Tickets from $35, attendees must register.
  18. Clean Slate 3-7 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Swabbies Restaurant and Bar. Originally formed in 1974, Clean Slate was inspired by the likes of Tower of Power, Earth Wind & Fire, AWB, Spinners, Aretha Franklin, James Brown and many other artists who now are considered “old school.” Powerful vocals, a tight horn section, and a funky rhythm section enable Clean Slate to deliver a wide range of music genres from big band, soul, country, R&B, rock and pop​. Tickets from $21.