Gold Rush Days

The streets of Old Sacramento “turn back the clock” to the Gold Rush era, transforming Sacramento’s historic district into a scene straight out of the 1850s. Hundreds of costumed performers will take on the roles of celebrities, personalities and just plain folks, bringing history to life while bluegrass pickers and old-timey musicians will perform on several stages, evoking the vivid tunes of the times.

M7 Con, a convention and film festival dedicated to the Old West, will take place concurrently with Gold Rush Days.

Activities include:
-Tent City: A recreation of town life in early Sacramento City where you can visit saloons, a gambling tent, doctors, dentists, and even an undertaker! Tent City also offered a variety of tasty treats available for purchase, including fish & chips, roasted corn on the cob, fresh-made kettle korn, homemade sarsaparilla, root beer, draft ale, local wines, and more!
-Gold Panning: Kids panned for gold and trade in their findings for Gold Rush currency
-Artisan Alley: Tinsmiths, blacksmiths, lace makers and other artisans sold their wares
-Arts and crafts stations
-Melodramas and musicians: Performances took place daily at the Eagle Theatre and at multiple stages around Old Sacramento
-Squatter’s Riots and Pony Express relays: Historic reenactments of Sacramento’s legendary history