The Sacramento Kings will have a Sesame Street-themed Kids and Family Day game on Saturday, December 27, 2025. This is a 2pm day game against the Dallas Mavericks with a Sesame Street theme. There will be a Cookie Monster scavenger hunt through the arena. Kids can collect stamps to redeem for a cookie and dental kit. The first 7,000 fans in attendance will receive a complimentary Elmo bucket hat. Additional activities include face painting and balloon art.
The Harlem Globetrotters bring their tricks and flips to Sacramento on Monday, January 19, 2026. Catch them in action on MLK Day for two games at the Golden 1 Center at 1pm and 6pm.
The Sacramento Kings will be playing in the three-day California Classic NBA Summer League showcase over the 2026 4th of July weekend from July 4-6, 2026 at Golden 1 Center. The California Classic will feature newly drafted rookies, G-League athletes, and players competing for spots on the roster.
Monster Jam revs and rolls into Sacramento for two days on August 15 & 16, 2026. The action takes place at the Golden 1 Center. Pit parties will also occur at select shows.
The most famous circus comes to town! Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus put on the greatest show on earth from September 17-20, 2026 at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.