Sactown's Stacked: March Madness, Father John Misty & a Queen Tribute
From Sweet Sixteen tip-offs to indie anthems and theatrical rock tributes, the 916 is loaded this weekend
The 916 is absolutely loaded this weekend. March Madness takes over Golden 1 Center with the NCAA Women’s Basketball Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight, Father John Misty brings orchestral indie grandeur to Channel 24, Calum Scott packs Ace of Spades, a Queen tribute rocks the Crest, and Shen Yun dazzles downtown. March 27 through 29 — Sactown’s got serious range. Let’s get into it.
🏀 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Regionals
Friday, Mar 27 – Monday, Mar 30
March Madness takes over downtown Sacramento as Golden 1 Center hosts Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight rounds of the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship. Eight teams battle it out across four days with two advancing to the Women’s Final Four. Sacramento hosts two of the tournament’s four regionals, with South Carolina and UCLA entering as the respective top seeds — expect upsets, buzzer-beaters, and electric energy from the Sactown crowd. This is the fourth year of the expanded regional format. Sessions tip off Friday 3/27 at 4:30 PM, Saturday 3/28 at 2:00 PM, Sunday 3/29 at 12:00 PM, and Monday 3/30 at 6:00 PM — doors open at 1:00 PM each day. All ages welcome.
The Move: Golden 1 Center is right in the heart of DOCO, less than a 10-minute walk from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St. Load up on hot chicken before tip-off — nothing pairs better with March Madness energy than Hotboys heat.
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🎤 Father John Misty
Friday, Mar 27 @ 8:00 PM
Father John Misty brings his Mahashmashana tour to Sacramento’s Channel 24 for a night of orchestral indie grandeur and razor-sharp lyricism. Josh Tillman’s sixth studio album earned critical acclaim for its ambitious arrangements and cynical wit, and these songs hit even harder live. David Vandervelde opens the show at this all-ages event inside one of Sac’s premier mid-size venues on 24th Street. Doors open at 7:00 PM. If you love sweeping, theatrical rock with a philosophical edge, this is the Friday night headliner you don’t want to miss. All ages welcome.
The Move: Channel 24 is right on 24th Street, just a short walk from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St. Grab a spicy chicken sandwich before doors open at 7 PM — you’ll be fueled up and ready to sing along all night.
🎶 Calum Scott – The Avenoir Tour 2026
Friday, Mar 27 @ 7:00 PM
British pop vocalist Calum Scott brings The Avenoir Tour to Ace of Spades on R Street for an intimate Friday night performance. Known for his soaring vocals on hits like ‘Dancing on My Own’ and ‘Biblical,’ Scott has built a massive global following with emotionally charged pop anthems. Ace of Spades is one of Sacramento’s best standing-room venues, with excellent sound and a close-to-the-stage feel that makes pop shows like this one feel personal. Doors open at 7:00 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM. This is a great pick for fans of heartfelt, vocal-driven pop music. All ages welcome.
The Move: Ace of Spades on R Street is just a few blocks from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St. Swing by for a hot chicken sandwich and fries before the show — it’s the perfect pre-concert fuel in the Midtown neighborhood.
👑 Bohemian Queen – A Theatrical Tribute to Queen
Saturday, Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM
If you’ve ever wanted to feel the electricity of a Queen concert, Bohemian Queen delivers. This theatrical five-piece tribute — featuring Paulie Z, Steve Zukowsky, Aaron Samson, Glenn Jost, and Victor Bender — has been touring the country since 2020, channeling the showmanship and anthemic power of Freddie Mercury and company. Sacramento’s iconic Crest Theatre on K Street, with its vintage marquee and rich acoustics, is the perfect setting for a night of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ ‘We Will Rock You,’ and all the Queen classics done right. Note: this is not an all-ages event.
The Move: The Crest Theatre sits on K Street in the heart of downtown Sacramento, an easy walk from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St. Grab dinner at Hotboys before the show — a spicy sandwich and some Kool-Aid is the ultimate pre-concert combo.
💃 Shen Yun 2026
Saturday, Mar 28 & Sunday, Mar 29
Shen Yun returns to Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center for multiple performances over the weekend. The globally touring production celebrates 5,000 years of traditional Chinese civilization through classical Chinese dance, a live orchestra blending Eastern and Western instruments, and stunning digital backdrops. Showtimes are Saturday 3/28 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM and Sunday 3/29 at 2:00 PM, making this a great daytime option for families and culture lovers looking to experience something truly spectacular. Tickets range from $80 to $200. Note: children under 5 are not admitted.
The Move: The SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center is right downtown, a short stroll from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St. Catch a matinee showing and then head to Hotboys for a post-show hot chicken feast — the perfect cultural double feature.
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The Hotboys Connection
March Madness at Golden 1, Father John Misty’s orchestral indie magic, powerhouse pop vocals, a Queen tribute under the Crest’s vintage marquee, and 5,000 years of Chinese civilization on stage — the 916 is serving every flavor this weekend. And Hotboys Sacramento is right in the middle of all of it.
- Sacramento: 1115 21st St, Sacramento, CA 95811 — open 9am–10pm Mon–Wed. Whether you’re loading up on Nashville hot chicken before the Sweet Sixteen tips off at Golden 1 Center, fueling up for Father John Misty at Channel 24, or grabbing a post-Shen Yun feast downtown, we’re right here in Midtown and ready for you.
See you in Sactown. 🔥