{"id":2671,"date":"2024-07-01T16:27:45","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T23:27:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/downtownsac.org\/?page_id=2671"},"modified":"2026-04-07T17:27:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T00:27:43","slug":"concerts-in-the-park-frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.downtownsac.org\/concerts-in-the-park-frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Concerts in the Park Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"js-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"accordion\" id=\"accordion-block_e515093d6bb2e633b72c672771231e6e\">\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Where are the concerts held? <\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Concerts in the Park takes place every Friday from May 1 \u2013 June 26 at Downtown Plaza Park | 910 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814<\/p>\n<p>There are two entrances:<\/p>\n<p>9th and J<\/p>\n<p>10th and I<\/p>\n<p>The park will be temporarily fenced for the duration of the event.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>What&#8217;s the schedule for each concert? What time do the gates open?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Gates open at 6:00 PM when the DJ starts spinning. Opening acts follow, and the concert concludes with the headlining performance.<\/p>\n<p>We encourage all attendees over the age of 21 to keep the night going after 9:30 PM at one of our <em>official After-Parties<\/em>. See the full list of locations &amp; discounts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtownsac.org\/cip-after-parties\/\">DowntownSac.org\/CIP<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Do I need to buy a ticket? <\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Nope! Entry is free, always. Do not purchase tickets from anyone, it is a scam.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Where can I park?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>There are multiple parking lots within a block of 910 I Street, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>City Hall Garage, 1000 I St.<\/li>\n<li>751 10th Street<\/li>\n<li>SP+ Parking, 849 J St.<\/li>\n<li>Standard Parking Plus, 1010 8th St.<\/li>\n<li>ABM Parking Services, 1111 J St.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Can I bring bags, chairs, or signs?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Bags\/Coolers are allowed under a certain size. Any items brought in to Concerts in the Park need to be under 1.5 ft. by 1.5 ft.<\/p>\n<p>Low-profile, compact foldable chairs and blankets are allowed into Concerts in the Park. Chair height must be lower than 37\u201d in the center section. Please be considerate and not block others\u2019 views of the stage.<\/p>\n<p>Signs\/flags\/posters may not be larger than 11\u2033 x 17\u2033 and can not be attached to a stick or pole of any kind.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Can I bring my own food or drinks?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Outside food is allowed, however we have great local food options available at the venue. You can also grab a drink at our on-site bar! Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtownsac.org\/downtown-sac-experiences\/concerts-in-the-park\/concerts-in-the-park-bar-menu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bar menu here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Outside beverages are NOT allowed.<\/strong> Reusable water bottles are allowed, but must be empty prior to entering the park. You can refill water bottles for free at our water station.<\/p>\n<p>You cannot bring in alcohol, glass, or cans.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>How do I buy drinks?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Show your ID at the entrance and anyone who is over 21 will be provided with a wristband.<\/p>\n<p>Once you have your wristband, head over to the Cashier tent and buy as many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtownsac.org\/downtown-sac-experiences\/concerts-in-the-park\/concerts-in-the-park-bar-menu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drink tokens<\/a> as you like (Tokens can be used throughout the entire CIP season). We accept all major credit cards and Apple Pay, in addition to cash.<\/p>\n<p>Once you have your drink tokens, go to the bar to purchase beer, wine, cocktails, or water with your tokens.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Are children allowed at the event?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>They are! This is a family-friendly event.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Can I bring my dog? <\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>No,\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">only registered service animals are allowed<\/span>. This event gets loud, so for the safety of you and your pets, we do not recommend bringing them.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Can I ride my bike to the event?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Absolutely! We offer a FREE bike valet service, courtesy of SABA. Check your bikes in to them by the 9th &amp; J Street entrance. Please be sure to pick your bikes back up before 9:15 PM.<\/p>\n<p>FYI, No bikes or scooters allowed inside the concert fence.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Can I ride a scooter to the event?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Definitely! We have free scooter parking at both entrances.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>How do I know if this event will be safe?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>The safety and wellbeing of our downtown community is our number one concern. Sacramento PD will be on-site before, during, and after the event. Additionally, we hire private security for the district each night.<\/p>\n<p>The 910 I Street Plaza will be temporarily fenced every Friday morning, and the park will be temporarily cleared every day for a security sweep before each concert.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Is smoking permitted?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Yes, but you can only smoke in the designated \u201cSmoking Area\u201d by the 10th &amp; I Street entrance.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\">\n        <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">\n          <h4>Is re-entry permitted?<\/h4>\n                    <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-plus\"><\/span>\n          <span class=\"accordion__icon fa-sharp fa-solid fa-minus\"><\/span>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Yes!<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":true,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2671","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - 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