Capitol Rally, St. Patrick’s Festivities and Fire Board Action Lead Sacramento Headlines

Capitol Rally Draws Education Advocates

Hundreds of students, faculty and community members gathered Thursday at the West Steps of the State Capitol for the annual March in March rally. Organizers say the event focused on protecting public education funding, improving affordability and urging lawmakers to prioritize long-term investment in California’s colleges and universities.

The midday march brought visible crowds and speeches to downtown Sacramento, with participants calling for policy changes during the current legislative session.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Take Over Midtown

Sacramento’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities kick off in full force tonight, March 13, with multiple bar crawls and live entertainment events planned across Midtown and downtown.

Organized pub crawls are set to run through the weekend, offering access to several local bars and clubs. Crest Theatre and Punch Line Comedy Club are also hosting special performances Friday evening, adding to an already busy nightlife scene. City officials are reminding attendees to plan ahead for transportation and celebrate responsibly.

Metro Fire Board Approves District Actions

The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District Board met Thursday, March 12, to review district business and approve agenda items related to operations and governance. The meeting, held in Mather, included formal resolutions and administrative updates as the district continues oversight of fire protection and emergency response services across the region.

While no major service disruptions were announced, district leadership emphasized continued readiness heading into the spring season.

Weekend Outlook

With mild weather expected and a packed calendar of events, downtown Sacramento is poised for a lively weekend. From civic engagement at the Capitol to concerts and St. Patrick’s Day gatherings, the city is balancing public policy conversations with community celebration.

Sources

https://www.cftfightback.org/event-details/march-in-march-2026
https://nationaltoday.com/us/ca/sacramento/events/2026/03/13/
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sacramento-st-patricks-day-2026-bar-crawl-friday-march-13th-tickets-1980855053789
https://metrofire.ca.gov/files/b9ace90e1/3.12.2026%2BBOARD%2BAGENDA.pdf