Springtime in Sacramento offers a wealth of activities for visitors of all persuasions. As the sun comes out and seasonal activities restart for the spring and summertime, guests can explore California’s capital by bike, take a raft down the American River, enjoy the city’s plentiful green space, and discover incredible local artisans and musicians. There really is something for everyone.
FOR THE KIDS: Explore Fairytale Town
The perfect day out for young children, at Fairytale Town kids can climb a treehouse, capture a castle, sail the seven seas on a pirate ship, and slide down a shoe in Storybook Park. Visitors can interact with Mary’s little lambs, Peter rabbit, the three little pigs plus many more animals in the park’s farm. There’s also gardens to explore and learn in as well as live theatre performances that are perfect for children.
FOR THE CITY LOVERS: Explore the city by bicycle
Cycling is one of the best ways to explore Sacramento with more than 32 miles of paved bike trail along the scenic American River Parkway. Cyclists can hop on the trail at many different points and ride along the river, or they can take a spin around the city and rent a bike in Old Sacramento – the city has added multiple bike lanes in the past few years, including green-painted bicycling zones on Capitol Mall. Visitors also don’t need to worry about bringing their bike with them when they travel, many hotels offer bike rental services as well as plenty of bike rental shops in the city.
FOR THE THRILL SEEKERS: Take a raft down the American River
For visitors looking for more daring activities, white water rafting is a popular activity in the region as Sacramento sits at the confluence of the American and Sacramento rivers. The American River is perfect for all abilities so whether visitors are experienced paddlers or trying it out for the first time they will be able to enjoy a white-water rafting adventure. OARS is based under an hour outside of Sacramento and offers half-day trips to two-day getaways where guests can camp by the river for a night.
FOR FAMILIES: Picnic in Mckinley Park
Sacramento is full of parks, and they provide a perfect sanctuary from the bustle of the city or the sun on a hot summer day. McKinley Park in East Sacramento, is the perfect spot for a peaceful picnic or a number of activities, it has a beautiful rose garden as well as a playground, jogging path, tennis courts, a basketball court and softball field.
FOR ART LOVERS: See a different side to the city on Second Saturday Art Walk
Visitors that are lucky enough to be in town during the second Saturday of the month can enjoy Second Saturday Art Walk, Sacramento galleries and local businesses host an open house evening from 5-9pm and sometimes even later. Visitors can enjoy the art exhibits by local artists, food and wine, live music, street fairs and special events.
