By Sara Beth Williams–
From a family-friendly movie night at Rusch Park pool, and an ice cream social at Mesa Verde High School, to live theater productions and a special presentation by the Citrus Heights Historical Society, this month offers a little something for everyone. Mark your calendar for these upcoming August 2025 events.
Theater productions: Royal Stage Theater is showing two different plays in August. “Willy Wonka” began shows on July 31 and runs through Sunday Aug. 3, with shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday. “Tarzan” will be showing from Aug. 14 through Aug. 17. Royal Stage is also hosting a clean comedy night on Saturday, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m.
For showtimes and ticket information, visit Royalstage.org. Royal Stage Theater is located at 6174 Sunrise Blvd.
National Night Out: National Night Out is held annually on the first Tuesday in August, which lands on Aug. 5. Nearly a dozen groups and families are hosting National Night Out events this year including, Neighborhoods 2 & 6, known as CHATS, 7, 8 and 9, known as CHASEN, and Area 10 known as SOAR. Other organizations are also hosting events. Most events begin at 6 p.m. but some events begin earlier. For a full list of events happening in the city, with times and addresses, visit the city’s National Night Out page here.
City Workshop: The city will be holding an informational workshop regarding a Proposed Commercial Property Reoccupancy Ordinance on Monday, Aug. 11. City staff will review the drafted ordinance with attendees and answer questions. All are welcome to attend. To review the full drafted ordinance, click here. The draft version is subject to change based on public feedback and City Council review, according to the city’s website. The event is scheduled from 3 to 4 p.m. at Citrus Heights City Hall in the council chambers. City Hall is located at 6360 Fountain Square Drive.
San Juan High School presentations: The Citrus Heights Historical Society is inviting the community to a presentation on the origins of San Juan High School, one of the oldest institutions in the area. The event will take place on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. at Citrus Heights City Hall. Light refreshments will be available. City Hall is located at 6360 Fountain Square Drive.
An historic Lincoln Highway placard will be unveiled during a ceremony at San Juan High School on Aug. 15. The ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. and take place in the San Juan High School theater. The event is free and will include at least two speakers. San Juan High School is located at 7551 Greenback Ln.
Life and Art Community Gathering: A celebration of life and Art is taking place at DarkHeart Brewing in Citrus Heights on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 12 to 9 p.m. The event will be family friendly, and include music, and local artists. Adjacent restaurants have also partnered with DarkHeart Brewing and will offer food delivery to the event, including Ciro’s Pizza, Rockhard Burgers and Brew, Mr Pickles, and Los Nogales. For more information, visit DarkHeart Brewing on Facebook. DarkHeart Brewing is located at 7110 Auburn Blvd.
City Scoop: The last community ice cream social for the summer will be taking place on Aug. 20 at Mesa Verde High School. The event is designed to bring neighbors together and will include free ice cream, backyard games, and vendors. City Scoop is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit the event page here. Mesa Verde High School is located at 7501 Carriage Drive.
Chamber gala: The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 20 annual “Best of Citrus Heights” awards ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 21. The event is scheduled from 5:30 to 8;30 at Citrus Heights Event Center, and includes dinner, live music, a dessert run fundraiser, door prizes and the award ceremony for the best businesses in Citrus Heights. For tickets and more information, visit Bestofcitrusheights.org. The Citrus Heights Event Center is located at 6300 Fountain Square Drive.
Swim and movie night: Sunrise Recreation and Park District is hosting a swim and free movie at Rusch Park pool on Saturday, Aug. 23. The event is free, and family friendly. The movie will begin at dusk. For more information, visit the park district website here. Rusch Park Pool is located at 7801 Auburn Blvd.
