Your Sacramento weekend guide: Look up the sky, listen by the river and delve into the past

As a new resident of Sacramento, the weekend has become an opportunity for me to explore this vibrant city and its communities. From statewide events to smaller community-focused get-togethers, I have quickly realized that the capital region doesn’t fall short of things to do.

As we shift to the start of October, you’ll find Halloween-inspired events such as a spooky matinee movie at the Guild Theatre. Or for the history buffs, head to the Center for Sacramento History for an educational evening on the city’s agricultural roots.

Here’s a guide, for newcomers and longtime residents alike. If you have suggestions for weekend activities you think a newcomer would enjoy, share it with me via email at jpinedo@sacbee.com.

Friday

California Capital Airshow

When: Noon Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Where: 10425 Norden Ave., Mather

Watch the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and the Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 in action. The highly anticipated event is family-friendly and brings some of the world’s most talented pilots to town, and the skies, for an exhilarating weekend of speed. Tickets for the event need to be purchased at the California Capital Airshow website. No tickets will be available onsite. One general admission ticket is $70, but general admission for children under 15 is free (limit six children). Parking also is free with admission.

Saturday

Archives crawl

When: 10 a.m.-4p.m

Where: 551 Sequoia Pacific Blvd., Sacramento

Take a trip to the past and discover why Sacramento claims it is the farm-to-fork capital in California. This weekend the Center for Sacramento History opens its vault and shares archival collections. The vault has not been available to the public since 2019. The theme of the event is “Acquired Taste: Food and Agriculture in Regional Collections.”

Comic Verse

When: Noon- 5 p.m. Saturday; noon-4 p.m. Sunday

Where: 1075 W. Capitol Ave., West Sacramento

Put on your best cosplay outfit and head to the West Sacramento Community Center. The two-day event is perfect for comic book and manga enthusiasts. Special guests: Olivia Hack and Gary Sturgis. The event is for all ages. Tickets range from $10 to $40.

13th Annual Blues by the River

When: Noon-4 p.m.

Where: 5871 Garden Highway, Sacramento

Let the blues pick you up, enjoy the music of the Delgado Brothers, AC Myles and Justin Walter at Swabbies Restaurant & Bar. Tickets are $15.

Sunday

Sunday matinee

When: 2 p.m.

Where: 2828 35th St., Sacramento

Get into the Halloween spirit and head to the Guild Theatre for its free Sunday matinee this month. The “Addams Family 2” starts at 2 p.m. Free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the theater.

Vintage + Vinyl

When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: 730 K St., Sacramento

Head to Solomon’s Deli for its Sunset veggie burger this Sunday, and while you’re there check out its monthly vintage and vinyl pop-up.

Women in Cannabis

When: 3p.m.-7p.m.

Where: Address disclosed upon ticket purchase

Network at the “Women in Cannabis and Business.” It showcases California cannabis and features speakers throughout the day. Cindy De La Vega, who was the first Latina partner and San Francisco store owner of Stiiizy vape products, is scheduled to speak. Tickets are $22 on Eventbrite.

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