This Thanksgiving weekend, you and your family can get in the holiday spirit by checking out one of these festive events happening in Sacramento, CA.
Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink
The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink is open from November 4, 2016 until January 16, 2017 with special hours during Thanksgiving weekend. The ice rink is located on The Kay and has been a winter hot spot for over 20 years. Admission costs $12 or $6 for children age 6 and under. Read more.
Macy’s Theatre of Lights
Macy’s Theatre of Lights begins after the lighting of the Umpqua Bank Christmas Tree at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 and continues through the holiday season until Saturday, December 24, 2016. The free 20-minute production includes a live dramatization of “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” and an appearance by Jack Frost. Read more.
Fairytale Town: Free Admission Day
On Friday, November 25, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Fairytale Town is offering free admission to visitors who bring in a canned good donation. All donations will be given to the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, Spirit of Giving Holiday Drive. Visitors can enjoy free arts and crafts activities and a holiday version of Little Red Riding Hood for a small additional cost. Read more.
The Polar Express Train Ride
The Polar Express Train Ride is allows riders to experience the magic and adventure of The Polar Express, complete with hot chocolate and delicious cookies. The one-hour 2016 Polar Express Train Ride begins Thanksgiving weekend with rides on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The train departs at 3:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m. and prices vary depending on the type of car you choose. Read more.
Thanksgiving weekend shopping near Sacramento
Thanksgiving weekend is the perfect time to get started with your holiday shopping. Black Friday is a main event for many shoppers, but the Sacramento area has a few additional shopping opportunities:
- Holiday Boutique Weekend: Old Sugar Mill is hosting a special holiday shopping event from November 25 until November 27 that features wines, stocking stuffers, jams, oils, and a number of other gift ideas.
- Crocker Holiday Artisan Market: Crocker Holiday Artisan Market is taking place at Scottish Rite Center on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend. Attendees can expect glass, textiles, wood, ceramics, photography, painting, jewelry, and much more.
- Small Business Saturday: The Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend is a great day for you to get out and support local businesses in your community.
