Explore Midtown, Sacramento

12/15/2025

We love 1-Up Retro Video Games for unique holiday 🎁 this year🤩 and it’s one of 30+ businesses on the Made in Midtown Shopping Trail. It’s not too late to shop local!

Here’s how to join:
✨Sign up for your free digital passport at exploremidtown.org/madeinmidtown
✨Spend $10+ at participating businesses
✨Scan their QR code at checkout to collect a stamp
✨Every 6 stamps = 1 entry to win over $1,000 in Midtown gift cards

12/13/2025

Join Councilmember Phil Pluckebaum for a Holiday Toy Drive at the Midtown Association office (1401 21st Street, Unit A), to support children and families in public housing this season.

On Monday, December 15th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., community members are invited to stop by and drop off an unwrapped toy and connect with Councilmember Pluckebaum over a cup of coffee. All donated toys will be distributed through SHRA to children across Sacramento’s public housing communities.

More details are included in the flyer below.

12/12/2025

1️⃣2️⃣ On day 12 of 12 Days of Midtown, we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Check out what's happening on the last day:

🥙"A Very Jayna Christmas" at Jayna Gyro🥙

Close out the 12 Days of Midtown in style with an immersive, glitter-drenched Greek Christmas takeover at Jayna Gyro. Sip, savor, and sparkle under a thousand twinkling lights that must be seen in person!

🔗 Click the link in our bio for a full list of events!

12/11/2025

1️⃣1️⃣Today is day 11 of 12 Days of Midtown where we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Checkout what’s in store for day 11:

A holiday favorite returns to 🎅🎭Experience A Christmas Carol reimagined by Sam Kebede, complete with original music and a cast of three transforming into every character in Scrooge’s journey of self-discovery. This special engagement offers multiple dates and times — tickets available now at bstreettheatre.org!

🔗 Click here for a full list of events: https://exploremidtown.org/12days/

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The holiday season is the perfect time to explore the magic of 12 Days of Midtown, returning to Sacramento from December 1–12!

12/09/2025

9️⃣ Today is day 9 of 12 Days of Midtown where we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Checkout what’s in store for day 9:
Support The Mustard Seed School by dropping off new socks or new/gently used clean leggings at anytime through 8 p.m.

When you donate, you’ll receive a free 30-minute intro class and be entered to win a $50 retail credit + 4 free classes. It’s an easy way to give back and treat yourself at the same time. 💙🧦🧘‍♀️

🔗 Click for a full list of events

The holiday season is the perfect time to explore the magic of 12 Days of Midtown, returning to Sacramento from December 1–12!

12/08/2025

8️⃣ On day 8 of 12 Days of Midtown, we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Here's what we love for day 8:

✨12 Days of Deals 1-Up Retro Video Games✨

Midtown’s one-stop-shop for all things video games, both retro and new, and find exclusive deals throughout the first 12 days of Midtown👾🎮

🔗 Click the link in our bio for a full list of events!

12/08/2025

✨ Calling all small businesses! ✨
Our partners at SMUD are hosting a free in-person workshop designed to help you get your business certified, get connected, and unlock new opportunities through their small business incentive programs.

📅 Wednesday, December 10, 2025
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 SMUD Headquarters — 6201 S St., Sacramento, CA 95817

At this hands-on workshop, you can:
✅ Get your small business certification on the spot
✅ Register in SMUD’s vendor portal
✅ Learn whether you qualify for SMUD’s small business incentive program
✅ Discover the benefits of certification
✅ Connect with other local businesses

Make sure your business is ready to compete for upcoming opportunities with SMUD and beyond.
➡️ Space is limited — register today here: https://reg.learningstream.com/s_reg/reg_registration_maintenance.aspx?ek=0059-0013-e43e119612a14f4a9c33a25207a8dd17

12/05/2025

5️⃣Today is day 5 of 12 Days of Midtown where we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Checkout what’s in store for day 5:

Join for Home for the Holidays, their seasonal pop-up filled with festive decor, fun photo ops, and holiday cocktails made just for the occasion. 🎄✨

🔗 Click below for a full list of events!
https://exploremidtown.org/12days/

12/04/2025

4️⃣ Today is day 4 of 12 Days of Midtown where we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Checkout what’s in store for day 4:

🔥✨ Warm up your night at ’s annual Hot Toddy Competition. Sip, cheer, and enjoy beats from DJ Crook, plus a special visit from !

🍹 Entry is just $5
🎉 Competition starts at 7 p.m.

Click to view a full list of festive events! https://exploremidtown.org/12days/

12/03/2025

3️⃣ Today is day 3 of 12 Days of Midtown where we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Checkout what’s in store for day 3:

🎅✨ Sippin’ Santa has officially landed at , bringing a full takeover of tropical holiday cocktails, festive vibes, and limited-time seasonal glassware. Stop by the Midtown location to soak in the décor, sip something merry, and kick off the holiday season in true tiki style.

🔗 Learn more: https://exploremidtown.org/12days/

12/02/2025

1️⃣ Today kicks off 𝟏𝟐 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 where we are celebrating festive Midtown activities and specials during the first 12 days of December. Check out what’s in store for day 1:

♠️✨ Holiday Poker Tournament at Limelight! ✨♣️
Kick off December with a festive night in the cardroom at Limelight! Join us on Monday, December 1 for holiday lights, bonuses, and a $1,000 guaranteed prize pool.*

🃏 Event Highlights:
• $120 No-Limit Hold’em buy-in
• $1,000 guaranteed prize pool*
• $10 Industry Bonus (with proof)
• $10 Holiday Sweater Bonus — yes, ugly sweaters encouraged
• Sign-ups: 5:30 PM
• Tournament starts: 7 PM
🔗 View the full 12 days of activities through the link in our bio!

*GEGR-000323. GETR-000027 (Poker Tournaments). GEGR-000328. 21+ to play. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Management reserves all rights. Free play offers are one per guest, same-day use only.

The holiday season is the perfect time to explore the magic of 12 Days of Midtown, returning to Sacramento from December 1–12!