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  1. Kwanzaa Drum and Dance Class and Potluck 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 26, at Fenix Drums & Dance Co. Celebrate Kwanzaa by immersing yourself in the culture. Contact Olivia Jasmn at (916) 205-3970 for more information.
  2. Kwanzaa Celebration Potluck Karamu 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec.27, at Roberts Family Development Center. Come enjoy food and community at this potluck celebration. Contact Minister Alicia Teasley at (916) 245-7986 for more information.
  3. Kwanzaa Celebrations Potluck Karamu 4-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, at the Center for Spiritual Awareness. Come enjoy food and community at this potluck celebration. Contact Tynya Beverley at (916) 335-0214 for more information.
  4. Children’s Kwanzaa 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29, at Roberts Family Development Center. Come out for an evening filled with drum circles, festivities and a potluck. Contact Mamma Maia at (916) 821-6466 for more information.
  5. Kwanzaa Celebrations Potluck Karamu 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at the Center for Spiritual Awareness. Come enjoy food and community at this potluck celebration. Contact Tynya Beverley at (916) 335-0214 for more information.
  6. Noon Year’s Eve Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Roller King, 889 Riverside Ave. Roseville. There will be games and prizes throughout the day, all your favorite skating songs, and a “Noon Year’s Eve” countdown with balloon drop as the grand finale. Tickets from $20.
  7. New Year’s Eve Bingo 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Spiritual Life Center, 2201 Park Towne Circle. Join a fun night of bingo. You are welcome, but not required, to bring snacks or food to share for this New Year’s Eve celebration. Tickets from $20; pre-registration is required.
  8. SACRAMENTO’S OFFICIAL NEW YEAR’S PARTY: GOLD RUSH 7 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Ring in the New Year in style at Sacramento’s most anticipated NYE party. This upscale multiroom celebration gives you the freedom to choose your vibe and your moment as they count down to 2026. Tickets from $45.
  9. 2025 New Year’s Eve Gala 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Holiday Inn Express, Elk Grove. Join the Divas of the Elegant Elk Grove Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., in collaboration with the Delta Research and Educational Foundation as they roll out the red carpet this New Year’s Eve! They invite you to an unforgettable evening at their “Golden Age of Hollywood”-themed Gala. Your ticket includes dinner, entertainment, dancing, and a toast at midnight — all in an elegant Golden Age of Hollywood setting. Tickets are $150.
  10. Drake’s The Barn presents Studio 26: A NYE Celebration 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, at Drake’s Brewing Co., West Sacramento. Step into Studio 26, where disco and soul combine, with cocktails flowing and partyin’ ’til the ball drops. They have Sacramento’s local and finest legendary DJ EPIK, Billy Lane, and DJ Hopkins spinnin’ the best beats guaranteed to make you get up and shake a thing or two. The spotlight doesn’t stop there, the talented Bo Vixxen and Coral T. Gypsy are bringing the heat with a sultry burlesque performance. Tickets from $26.
  11. White & Gold New Year’s Eve Party with Sugar High Band, OSE & 97.5 KDEE 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with music, dancing, and good vibes. Special guest Sugar High Band provides live music. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to grab the $2,026 balloon drop at the stroke of midnight. Tickets from $55.
  12. Safe Black Space 6th Annual Kwanzaa Kutoa (Giving) Celebration 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at the Center for Spiritual Awareness, 1275 Starboard Drive, West Sacramento. Join Safe Black Space as we celebrate Kwanzaa and honor seven local Black individuals/families who represent the principles of Kwanzaa. Join them and experience a fun-filled afternoon including a Kwanzaa ceremony, a special gift presentation to the seven honorees selected for their embodiment of a Kwanzaa principle, professional African drumming and dancing, a delicious feast and more. Free, attendees must register.
  13. ‘Light Jazz w/A Touch of Class’ Tour 2026 3:30-6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at The Hideout, 2514 Marigold Lane. This tour stars saxophone genius Shawn Raiford and piano great Derek Braxton, featuring special guest T.D. Trice. Tickets are $28.
  14. Single Mom Strong’s Mom & Me Event at Roller King! 11:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4, at Roller King, 889 Riverside Ave. Roseville. Spend quality time with your kids, connect with other moms, and get your bodies moving to some of your favorite songs. Plus, pizza will be provided for the kiddos. Tickets from $8. Kids under age 3 are free. Attendees must register.