Pops in the Park

Pops in the Park is Back — Your Guide to the 2025 Concert Series

Grab your picnic blankets and lawn chairs, East Sacramento! The beloved Pops in the Park summer concert series is back, ready to light up our neighborhood parks with music, laughter, and community fun.

Every Saturday in June, you can join neighbors and friends for a free outdoor concert under the stars. Whether you’re dancing in front of the stage or kicking back with a cool drink and a picnic spread, Pops in the Park is one of East Sac’s most cherished summer traditions.

🎶 2026 Pops in the Park Schedule:
🌟 June 6 @ East Portal Park — IdeaTeam & Ngaio Bealum
Enjoy a smooth, genre-blending vibe from a collective of Sacramento musicians, IdeaTeam, delivering experimental funk, soul, and R&B grooves that flow effortlessly between originals and fresh takes on classics. Joining them, Ngaio Bealum brings an eclectic mix of hip-hop, funk, and high-energy storytelling, creating a laid-back yet lively atmosphere full of rhythm and personality.
🌟 June 13 @ Bertha Henschel Park — Nickle Slots, Lude Jaw & Wisteria.
Catch a night of raw, homegrown energy with Nickel Slots bringing their alt-country and Americana roots rock sound, full of grit and storytelling. Lewd Jaw turns it up with fast, high-energy punk and an unapologetic edge, while Wisteria adds a dynamic mix of youthful talent and rock spirit, blending passion and powerful performances into an unforgettable vibe.Apple Z lights up the night with a powerhouse mix of rock, pop, and hits from every era.

🌟 June 20 @ McKinley Park — Jessica Melone and Clemón Charles
Settle into a soulful, feel-good vibe with Jessica Malone’s blend of retro soul, indie folk, and Americana, carried by rich, expressive vocals that feel both heartfelt and timeless. Alongside her, Clemón Charles brings a smooth, genre-fusing sound—mixing West Indies folk, alternative rock, and jazz with a sultry, raspy edge that adds warmth and depth to the night.
🌟 June 27 @ Glenn Hall Park — Joy & Madness & Jakhari Smith
Joy and Madness, a high-energy Sacramento funk and soul band, will keep you dancing with their groovy rhythms and bold horn lines. While, Jakhari Smith brings a soulful blend of hip-hop, R&B, and raw emotion, offering a powerful, reflective vibe to balance the upbeat funk.

🕕 Music starts at 6 PM — but savvy locals know to show up early to grab a prime spot!

Proceeds from on-site food, drink, and raffle sales go directly back into supporting East Sacramento’s parks and neighborhood programs. So, when you come to enjoy the music, you’re also giving back to the community.

East Portal Park
1120 Rodeo Way, Sacramento, CA 95819

Glenn Hall Park
5415 Sandburg Dr, Sacramento, CA 95819

McKinley Park
601 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95816

Bertha Henschel Park
160 45th St, Sacramento, CA 95819