Ja Rule 8 p.m. Friday, July 24, at the California State Fair. The Grammy-nominated rapper brings hits including “Always on Time,” “Mesmerize” and “Livin’ It Up” to the Toyota Concert Series. The performance is included with State Fair admission.
Small Business Success Summit 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Florin Square. Entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners can begin the day with a networking breakfast before attending workshops on government contracting, financial strategies and artificial intelligence. The summit also connects attendees with lenders, resource partners and fellow entrepreneurs and includes the presentation of the 2026 FSCDC Business Vanguard Award. Tickets are $25, and vendor booths are $150.
Jukebox R&B Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Midway Bar & Grill in West Sacramento. Singing, dancing and mimosas come together for a lively Saturday brunch featuring R&B favorites. Tickets range from $19.98 to $129.89.
3rd Annual Sunset Nights 5-10 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Drake’s: The Barn in West Sacramento. The community-centered outdoor market and auto showcase features more than 40 curated vendors, show cars, live music, a sunset performance, food and local creators. The event celebrates entrepreneurship, culture, creativity and car culture while bringing together families and community members from across the region. Free and open to the public.
Sistah Soul Brunch & Mixer 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, July 26, at the California Automobile Museum. The fourth annual gathering offers Black entrepreneurs an empowering afternoon of culture, community, networking and meaningful connection. Tickets range from $75 to $300.
’90s Hip-Hop on Strings 5-6:15 p.m. Sunday, July 26, at the Guild Theater. A string ensemble reimagines music from Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Nas, Outkast, Missy Elliott, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., Dr. Dre and other defining artists beneath the glow of candlelight. Tickets are $37.
Trivia Night at The Hub 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, at The Hub Eats and Drinks. Teams can test their knowledge over food and drinks while competing for prizes during this weekly trivia night. Additional events are scheduled Aug. 4 and 11. Admission information was not provided.
Hell’s Kitchen 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, July 29-31, with an additional 1:30 p.m. performance Thursday, July 30, at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center. Inspired by Alicia Keys’ upbringing in New York City, the Tony Award-winning musical follows 17-year-old Ali as she pursues independence, love and her musical identity. The coming-of-age story features Keys’ hits, including “Fallin’,” “Girl on Fire” and “Empire State of Mind.” Tickets from $47.