‘Sunset Sips’ season: Summer drink specials back in downtown Sacramento

Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s summer happy hour series, “Sunset Sips,” is returning for its third year, offering discounted drink specials every Wednesday through Sept. 24.

More than 20 local bars and restaurants are participating in the promotion, which runs from 4 to 7 p.m. Guests can choose from select beer, wine, cocktail, and mocktail options priced at $5, $7 and $9.

The initiative aims to draw residents and visitors to the grid during peak summer evenings, boosting foot traffic and supporting small businesses.

“Sunset Sips is a perfect example of how affordable and accessible programming can positively impact local businesses and bring people together,” said Michael Ault, executive director of the Downtown Sacramento Partnership. “This year, we’re keeping the buzz going through September, giving people more time to enjoy downtown.”

Participating bars and restaurants include:

• Amourath 1819

• Butcher & Barrel

• Capitol Garage

• Citizen Capitol Craft House

• Clayton Club

• Ella Dining Room and Bar

• Fanny Ann’s

• Field & Flame

• Frank Fat’s

• House Kitchen & Bar

• Juju kitchen & cocktails

• Kodaiko

• La Cosecha

• Last Stop Saloon

• Legend Has It

• Octopus Peru

• Pampas Brazilian Steakhouse

• Pilothouse Restaurant at the Delta King

• Revival at The Sawyer

• Tequila Museo Mayahuel

• The 7th Street Standard

• Whired Wine Window

• Willow

More info and drink menus: See Downtown Sac Experiences.

This story was originally published July 7, 2025 at 12:05 PM.

Kat Tran

The Sacramento Bee

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Kat Tran is a local engagement and retention reporter, reporting on information needs of The Sacramento Bee’s readers and subscribers, producing newsletters and organizing community events and outreach programs. Tran was a food and drink reporting intern at The Bee. They graduated from the University of Florida in spring 2025.