September 2024 Calendar
September 5
Legends of Wine. Sip your favorite regional varietals (and discover new options to love)—all selected by David Berkley and Darrell Corti—along the steps of the State Capitol from 6-9 p.m. Area restaurants will also be onsite with selections of Sacramento’s farm-to-fork cuisine. farmtofork.com/events/legends-of-wine
Twilight Concert Series. Listen to live music at Folsom’s Zittel Family Amphitheater beginning at 7:30 p.m. This month’s lineup includes Island of Black and White (September 5) and the Ariel Jean Band (September 20). historicfolsom.org/summer-concert-series (ALSO 20)
Live on the Blvd. Bring a low-back chair to the El Dorado Hills Town Center’s Steven Young Amphitheater and jam out with friends, family, and the community at this free concert. The finale show features music by ABBA tribute band Summer Night City and begins at 7 p.m. edhtowncenter.com/events-live-on-the-boulevard
September 6
The 39 Steps. This fast-paced comedy, performed by Imagination Theater at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, is set in 1935 London and features a small cast playing all the roles, sometimes at the same time. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows are at 7 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. itplacerville.org (ALSO 7-8, 12-15, & 19)
September 7
El Dorado Hills Brewfest. Enjoy unlimited tastings from over 25 regional breweries (plus a sprinkling of cideries and wineries), food, and live music at Village Green Park from 3-7 p.m. Proceeds benefit the El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce and their various community programs. eldoradohillsbrewfest.org
Handblown Glass Pumpkin Patch. Sip on wine at the Old Sugar Mill from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. while watching live glassblowing demos every 30 minutes. Over 500 glass gourds, pumpkins, acorns, and more will also be available for purchase. 2bglass.com/events (ALSO 8)
Jay Leno. Folsom Lake College is celebrating their 20th anniversary with a sip-and-stroll (food and wine stations) event inside the Harris Center lobby from 5:30-7 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., acclaimed late-night TV show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s author, and philanthropist Jay Leno takes the stage. harriscenter.net/jay-leno
September 13
Auburn Cruise Nite. “Cruise” through Downtown Auburn (between Elm Avenue and High Street) with your friends and family while perusing over 300 classic cars (1972 or older), listening to live music, and enjoying food from local vendors. Admission is free. auburncruisenight.org
Seussical the Musical. This fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza brings colorful Dr. Seuss characters—including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, and a little boy with a big imagination, Jojo—to life as they transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus and into the invisible world of the Whos. Performed by the Roseville Theatre Arts Academy, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2 pm. rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com/tickets (ALSO 14-15 & 20-22)
September 14
Ain’t Necessarily Dead Fest. Celebrate the music of Grateful Dead from noon-10 p.m. at Auburn’s Regional Park. Expect two stages of live music (including headliners Stu Allen & Mars Hotel and Moonalice), food and craft vendors, craft beer, and a giant kids’ zone. auburnrec.com/events/aint-necessarily-dead-fest
Automotive Excellence Annual Car Show. Head to Automotive Excellence in Placerville to explore both custom and classic cars from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Food, vendors, music, a cake walk, and raffle prizes are also available. Event proceeds benefit fallen Deputy Brian Ishmael’s family. autoxonline.com/car-show
Colfax Railroad Days. Train aficionados and amateurs alike can peruse multiple displays, including one of the Union Pacific Railroad, model trains, and another made of Legos at this free event in Downtown Colfax from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Kids’ activities (face painting and balloon artists) are also part of the festivities. colfaxrailroaddays.com (ALSO 15)
September 15
Patriot Day. Head to Rocklin’s Johnson-Springview Park from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to say “thank you” to first responders, military, police, and fire districts. The free event includes a kids’ zone, K-9 and drone demonstrations, a local high school jazz band, and food and dessert trucks. rocklin.ca.us/events
Michael Feinstein: Because of You. Award-winning and Grammy-nominated recording artist Michael Feinstein entertains and educates audiences alongside the Carnegie Hall Ensemble at this performance that pays tribute to American Songbook master Tony Bennett. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Harris Center. harriscenter.net/michael-feinstein
September 19
Ladies Passport Night. Grab your gal pals and head to Historic Folsom from 4-8 p.m. for shopping and a chance to win raffle prizes (when you complete a passport stamp book), plus complimentary nibbles and sips. historicfolsom.org/events
September 20
Sips & Suds. From 5-9 p.m., wander Gold Hill Gardens—a 38-acres estate in Newcastle—while enjoying tastings from Placer Wine & Trail breweries and wineries, perusing goods from local vendors, and listening to live music. A gourmet BBQ dinner, silent auction, and lawn games are also part of the event whose proceeds benefit the Placer County Vintners Association. placerwine.com/plan-your-visit/events
September 21
Folsom Community Service Day. Folsom’s largest day of volunteerism mobilizes hundreds of residents of all ages to complete projects throughout the region, including ones at schools, parks, nature preserves, trails, the Folsom Public Library, the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, and local service organizations. folsomcommunityservice.org
Feast at the Foundry. Journey to Sutter Creek’s Knight Foundry, America’s historic last water-powered machine and foundry shop, from 6-9 p.m. for no-host beer and wine and appetizers followed by an alfresco dinner and live music. knightfoundry.com/feast-at-the-foundry-2024
Placerville Oktoberfest. This free, all-ages event on Placerville’s Main Street from 3-9 p.m. includes a dachshund dash, costume contest, and German food, beer, and music. cityofplacerville.org/events/84426
September 27
Chillin’ & Grillin’. The Boys and Girls Club of Placer County goes tiki for this 21+ event. Look forward to appetizers, dinner, drinks, music, and both live and silent auctions. It all kicks off at 5:30 p.m. at Newcastle’s Gold Hill Gardens. bgcplacercounty.org/events/chillin-grillin-2024
Placer Ukulele Festival. This 14th annual event features musicians Heidi Sedberg and Daniel Ward, with an opening concert Friday night, followed by workshops and opportunities to connect with performers. Proceeds benefit Roseville-based nonprofit Ukes for Schools. placerukefest.com (ALSO 28)
September 28
Boots & Bling. Join All About Equine for their annual fundraising event at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds. The fun begins at 4 p.m. and includes auctions, dinner, contests, and dancing. allaboutequine.org
Endless Summer Beach Party. Hands4Hope presents this adults-only benefit at Village Green Park in El Dorado Hills. The tropical-themed event, beginning at 5 p.m., includes dinner from Off the Vine Catering, music, and more. hands4hopeyouth.org/endlesssummer
Together Again: Karla Bonoff & JD Souther. JD Souther—a luminary of the Los Angeles music scene of the ’70s—and Karla Bonoff, whose emotive vocals and soul-stirring ballads have an effortless power to sweep audiences away, promise an evening of musical magic, where the beauty of storytelling through song takes center stage. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Harris Center. harriscenter.net/jd-souther-karla-bonoff
September 29
Hot Pink Fun Run: Bubbles & Brews. This annual race benefiting the Placer Breast Cancer Foundation includes a post-race mimosa or beer (plus pancakes and bacon!). Courses include a timed 5K and 10K and an untimed one-mile loop; all routes begin and end at Downtown Roseville’s Civic Center Plaza. hotpinkfunrun.org
Strike Out Kids’ Cancers. Join Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance for a bowling tournament that includes food and prizes at Auburn’s Foothills Bowl. Breakfast and check-in start at 8 a.m.; bowling begins at 9 a.m. childcancer.org/events/strike-out-kids-cancers-2024
by Caitlin Emmett
Papaya photo ©Paitoon - stock.adobe.com. Legends of Wine photo by Francisco Chavira/Visit Sacramento. EDH Brewfest photo by Charm Photography. Auburn Cruise Nite photo by Bill Wages. Colfax Railroad Days photo by Fred Abbott. Sips & Suds photo by Heirloom Photography. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.