Opening Day Fireworks, Kings Doubleheader, and Comedy Heat
The A's kick off their second Sacramento season with a bang — plus two Kings games and Becky Robinson live
The 916 is going off this weekend. The Athletics open their second Sacramento season with a Friday night fireworks show, the Kings have two huge late-season games at Golden 1 Center, Becky Robinson brings viral comedy heat to the Crest, and Saturday’s matinee comes with a jersey giveaway. April 3 through 5 — Sactown is stacked. Let’s get into it.
⚾ Athletics vs. Houston Astros — Opening Day + Fireworks
Friday, Apr 3 @ 6:40 PM
The Athletics open their second season in Sacramento with a Friday night showdown against the Houston Astros at Sutter Health Park. This is the 2026 home opener, and the A’s are going all out — every fan gets a magnet schedule, and the night caps off with a massive postgame fireworks show lighting up the West Sacramento sky. The intimate 14,000-seat ballpark sits right on the river with stunning views of the Tower Bridge and downtown Sacramento skyline, making it one of the most scenic settings in baseball. Gates open early for Opening Day festivities. Expect a packed house, electric energy, and a community ready to prove Sacramento is a real baseball town. All ages welcome.
The Move: Sutter Health Park is just a quick trip across the Tower Bridge from downtown. Fuel up before first pitch or grab a late-night bite after the fireworks at Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St in midtown Sacramento — open until 10 PM.
🏀 Sacramento Kings vs. New Orleans Pelicans
Friday, Apr 3 @ 7:00 PM
It’s a massive Friday night in the 916 as the Sacramento Kings host the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center as the NBA regular season winds down. The Kings faithful will be out in force at one of the league’s loudest arenas. Golden 1 Center in downtown Sacramento’s DOCO district is surrounded by restaurants and bars, making it the perfect anchor for a big Friday night out. Come for the basketball, stay for the energy. All ages welcome.
The Move: Golden 1 Center is just a 10-minute walk from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St in midtown Sacramento. Hit up Hotboys before tipoff for some heat to match the arena energy.
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🎤 Becky Robinson: The Beasts In Me Tour
Friday, Apr 3 @ 8:00 PM
Viral comedy sensation Becky Robinson brings her ‘The Beasts In Me’ tour to Sacramento’s historic Crest Theatre on K Street. Best known as the ‘Entitled Housewife’ — her foul-mouthed, wine-sipping country club character that blew up during the pandemic and racked up millions of views — Robinson is an LA-based comedian, writer, and voice actor who’s appeared on MTV’s Wild ‘N Out and voices characters on Nickelodeon’s Middlemost Post. Her live shows are high-energy, character-driven spectacles that keep audiences howling from start to finish. The Crest Theatre’s intimate, art-deco setting makes this one feel special. Note: this is not an all-ages event.
The Move: The Crest Theatre is right on K Street in downtown Sacramento, just a short walk or quick drive from Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St. Grab some hot chicken before or after the show — you’ll need something to cool you down after all that laughing.
⚾ Athletics vs. Houston Astros — Sacramento Saturday + Jersey Giveaway
Saturday, Apr 4 @ 1:05 PM
The A’s keep the weekend rolling with a Saturday afternoon matinee against the Houston Astros as part of their Sacramento Saturdays series at Sutter Health Park. This one comes with a Sacramento Baseball Jersey giveaway — a must-have collectible for fans repping the city. It’s a perfect daytime outing with affordable tickets starting around $8 for select games, cold drinks, and sunshine in one of the most fan-friendly ballparks in the country. The A’s 2026 promotional schedule features 35 giveaway items across the season, more than double last year, so expect the energy to be cranked up all weekend long. All ages welcome.
The Move: After the afternoon game, head to Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St in midtown Sacramento for some Nashville hot chicken to keep the Saturday going. It’s just across the river from Sutter Health Park — a quick drive through downtown.
🏀 Sacramento Kings vs. LA Clippers
Sunday, Apr 5 @ 6:00 PM
Cap off an incredible weekend in the 916 with the Sacramento Kings hosting the LA Clippers at Golden 1 Center on Sunday night. With the regular season in its final stretch, this is a Western Conference matchup with the Clippers still battling for a play-in spot. The Sunday evening tipoff is perfect for a big finish to the weekend — Golden 1 Center’s downtown location puts you right in the heart of Sacramento’s DOCO entertainment district with plenty of spots to eat and celebrate before and after the game. All ages welcome.
The Move: Close out the weekend right — stop by Hotboys Sacramento at 1115 21st St in midtown Sacramento before the game. It’s a quick 10-minute walk to Golden 1 Center, so you can grab some hot chicken and still make it to your seat with time to spare.
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The Hotboys Connection
Opening Day fireworks on the river, a Sacramento Baseball Jersey giveaway, two Kings playoff-push games at Golden 1, and Becky Robinson bringing the comedy heat at the Crest — the 916 is delivering on every level 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 fueling up before the A’s home opener at Sutter Health Park, grabbing a bite before tipoff at Golden 1 Center, or cooling down after Becky Robinson has you crying laughing at the Crest, we’re right here in Midtown and ready for you.
See you in Sactown. 🔥