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    Crest Theatre

    4.0 (387 reviews)
    ModerateCinema, Music Venues
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Malikah H.

    Ummm. What took me so long to post this review!? Me being me I found a random ever to go to. $2.00 movies on a Tuesday and Tacos...... don't mind if I do. Came here to see Coming to America with my boo and we loved it. The movies are affordable, you can bring drinks in from Empress Tavern and the place was nostalgic and reminiscent of the past. One downside was the popcorn was super salty and almost inedible. The location and overall vibe of the place was awesome and gave a blast from the past while being a comfortable space.

    Kenneth K.

    It had been quite a number of years since we have frequented this theater that I can't remember when we last visited exactly. No worries bc our most recent visit was awesome! My wife would have given five stars if their seats were replaced with new ones & powder room renovated. We parked in a nearby parking lot that when we arrived it was only a 5 minute walk. Actually my wife prepaid too bc otherwise it would have been way more money like 3 times what she prepaid. We arrived just before the theater opened so we were grateful it didn't take too long to open. We used the powder room right away before seating ourselves. There was a refreshment stand but we just had dinner prior to arriving. They were selling souvenirs but decided against it as my wife had completely decluttered the house & prefer not to buy & add more collection items to our home. She's adamant about that. We sat down at our seats B106, B107 for awhile. Then came a group of guys claiming they had our seats. Really my wife exclaimed???!!! Come to find out we were sitting in the wrong row. We were in the FRONT ROW!!! DUH!!! Omgosh my wife was so HAPPY & so was I!!! Yes they no longer have row A. It was gone! The rest of the show was pretty amazing. We saw & were entertained well by Leonid & Friends. Excellent entertainment & we were wowed!!! Bc we were here on Halloween night the band changed their clothes to Halloween costumes over halfway through the concert. It was a real treat for us!!! We would love to see them again. Maybe next year??? It depends when & where their next concert is. They obviously have a huge following! You can find them on IG & Facebook! Take a look...

    Katelyn A.

    I love their $2 movie nights! The theater is like a time capsule and is very pretty. The seat could use some love but it's not a big deal. The down stairs bar is fun to kill time before the movie. I will definitely be returning for future movies.

    Giselle T.

    The crest was so much fun for twilight movie night!! I went with a girlfriend and the lines were a little long, but nothing unbearable. Do to the long lines we did have to wait an extra 30min for the movie to start but all was worth it!! We tried each of the specialty drinks and they were super sweet but still yummy! They had a photobooth to take our twilight pictures and decorated so perfectly, including a welcome to forks sign!

    Stacey W.

    I attended the All Creatures Great and Small screening at the Crest. I love coming to the theatre, seeing the decor on the walls, watching great shows, and attending events. There isn't a bad seat in the place, but we usually head upwards on the second level. This gives us a great view and the sound system has always been great. I always envision what it would have been like back in the day. What a great theatre!

    Abby C.

    An Unforgettable Night with Liz Tomforde & Lyla Sage at the Crest Theatre I recently attended the Rewind It Back Tour at the Crest Theatre in Sacramento--a book signing event celebrating the conclusion of one of my favorite series by Liz Tomforde--and it was an unforgettable experience! Hosted by Capitol Books (Knotty Novels), the night was a dream come true for any romance reader, and the Crest Theatre proved to be the perfect venue. As a huge book lover, I was beyond excited to see Sacramento hosting an event with two of my favorite authors, Liz Tomforde and Lyla Sage. From check-in all the way to the late-night book signing, everything ran incredibly smoothly, which is impressive considering it was a sold-out event with over 600 attendees! One of the highlights of the evening was the attention to detail and care from both the Crest Theatre and Capitol Books staff. Everyone was kind, helpful, and patient--especially when it came time for photos and meet-and-greets with the authors. Even when the event ran past midnight, they made sure every fan got a chance to connect with the authors, take pictures, and soak in the experience without feeling rushed. That kind of hospitality really stood out. A major perk of the evening was the themed drinks offered by Empress Tavern, located in the basement of the theatre. Not only were the drinks fun and delicious, but entering through the tavern gave us direct access to the venue--completely bypassing the long line outside in the heat. Huge win! The only downside I experienced was the temperature inside the theatre at the very beginning. The Sacramento heat is no joke, and when I first walked in, it was quite stuffy. I would've really appreciated walking into a fully air-conditioned space. Fortunately, once the event got underway and the authors took the stage, the air started to cool and things became more comfortable. I also appreciated that staff were attentive and offered water to guests when needed (small gesture, big impact). Other logistics like checking in, finding our seats, and browsing the pre-signed book tables were all straightforward and well-managed. There was clear signage, and plenty of staff available to assist if needed. Overall, this was such a well-run and memorable event, and the Crest Theatre played a huge role in making that happen. I would 100% attend another event here and can't wait to see what they host next. Thank you to the team at Crest and Capitol Books for creating such a special night for readers like me!

    Ariane M.

    This is an overdue review. Came here for the first time to see Nurse John. I loved the ambiance inside, the employees were nice as well. The event was equipped with a snack bar and a bar for drinks. The theater itself was pretty big and the comfortability of the seats were good enough for a couple hours.

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    Kimberly R.

    The Crest Theatre is such a special venue. It holds a lot of history. That's an old building so it gets pretty warm and muggy in there. I've watched a few shows here, and it feels so cozy.

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    Steven C.

    Recently came here for a comedy show put on by comedian, Preacher Lawson. He put on a really funny and interactive show that left me excited to see him again next time he's in town. Preacher Lawson was a runner up on America's Got Talent and the theatre was packed to see him. This was my first time in Crest Theatre despite living in Sacramento my whole life. It's a relic and a must visit for any and everyone if you get the chance. Walking in to the Crest Theatre feels like stepping back in time. The carpet, light fixtures, wall adornments, then the seats that fill the theatre have small holes in them, high ceilings all give the place its own personality that can't be beaten. Seats in the theatre itself are small for someone my size. You HAVE to stand up to let people pass you. But there isn't bad seat in the house as it feels very intimate. At one point Preacher Lawson made reference to the light rail passing by because its horn screamed as he was performing. I would highly recommend a visit to the Crest if given a chance. There's nothing like it.

    Rachel K.

    We visited the Crest Theater for the first time to see Phil Rosenthal. The theater is so cute from the outside and I was surprised to learn that they encourage guests to visit the Empress Tavern ahead of the show and allow guests to bring food and drinks in from the Empress for the show. I heard the fries are really tasty. We ended up heading straight into the theater and were greeted by ushers and our tickets were scanned. There was no line for the concession stand when we arrived, about 45 minutes ahead of the show, so we ordered popcorn, frozen Junior Mints and a couple bottles of water. Within the next fifteen minutes the lines for both the bathrooms and concession stands were pretty long. I would definitely arrive early. The stage and seating area is beautiful and every seat is a good one. I will say the seats are a bit close together and if you do bringing snacks and drinks in there isn't a lot of room to have those. Aside from getting cozy with the people next to you, the seats are comfortable. We'll definitely be back for more shows soon... in fact we already have tickets to see Bob in September.

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    Courtney O.

    I have been to the Crest Theater a few times for different events and I always enjoy my time there! Last night, my friend and I went to see The Psychology of Serial Killers Tour and it was awesome! I love the historic building and the amazing architect. The dark mood setting definitely set the vibe for last night's event. Since it is an older place, they do not have cup holders, but the seats are still fairly comfortable and since all the seats face forward - there is not a bad seat in the house. Parking is an issue since there is no street parking on K Street, but there a few parking garages close by. Lots of restaurants to choose from - I personally prefer Empress Tavern which is right next door - you can actually walk into the Crest Theater from Empress Tavern without having to go back outside which is nice. The bathrooms are always clean and I love the bar area that feels separate from the rest of the crowd. They offer snacks, fountain drinks and water at their concession stand and the service is always friendly and fast. I can't wait to come back again for another event!

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    Shout out to usher Gabby accommodated us me and my brother had canes and our seats were upstairs she let us sir lower in box seats so nice

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    Beautiful theater. The manager is a true gem, patient, helpful and knows how to take care of his audiences. Highly recommend!

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    This is a beautiful Art Deco theater. All of the seats have a good view of the stage.

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    Ask the Community - Crest Theatre

    Any update on the 2020 Gregory Porter concert being rescheduled or how to pursue a refund?

    Anybody know if the Gregory Porter concert is being rescheduled or refunded? Haven't received any updates.

    You're probably not going to receive anything, not a refund or an update. I've been chasing down my refund since Nov 2020 for the postponed and then cancelled Mandy Moore concert (scheduled for May 2020). I have emailed all of the addresses that I… Read more

    Is the ADA seating reserved? No info on Crest website, nor any way to determine seat, row or section number.

    We could see the 1st floor reserved ADA seating (individual folding chairs) from our view on the second level. Unfortunately, I can't tell you whether or not these seats may be reserved online.

    Trying to buy tickets and Event Brite references tiers 1, 2, 3. I don't see any tier reference on the seating legend. Any suggestions, Yelp friends?

    How is the parking? My mom is older and I'm concerned about how far she has to walk.

    The parking can be challenging being down in the middle of this metropolitan area. To help yourself out before you go downtown, you should checkout https://www.cityofsacramento.org/Public-Works/Parking-Services. And there's also a cheap parking… Read more

    Do they serve alcohol at this venue?

    Yes, they do.

    Do they allow babies (newborns) in for concerts?

    You can call the box office and ask for a definitive answer, but I do not see babies in attendance at any of the concerts that I have attended at this venue. Because it is an indoor venue, the sound level gets pretty loud, which may be harmful to… Read more

    Do they serve food at crest theatre?

    There is a restaurant downstairs, but I'm not sure of the hours. They have concessions inside with some food items. There are plenty of restaurants right outside all along K Street.

    What are the ticket prices for this of Crest Theater?

    Ticket prices vary depending on the event. Movie prices are usually $10 for adults and $8 for children and seniors.

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    The Side Door - Waiting for Ms. Chris Webster and Nina Gerber, Side Door, Sacramento, CA - September 14, 2024

    The Side Door

    4.8(12 reviews)
    2.1 miCurtis Park

    Attended two music shows on consecutive nights. 1st show the room was packed, completely sold out…read more 2nd show there were less than 20 people in the audience. The building and the auditorium are funky. Flat floor, uncomfortable folding chairs. The stage is elevated up 18 inches, so if you are short and there are bigger people seated in front of you there's little chance you will see the performers. Look for the ceiling air conditioning vents and avoid sitting under one of them. Made that mistake. I had a constant 3 hour blast of chilled air blowing on top of me. My nose was running like a faucet and I was literally trembling from the cold. Couldn't change seats in the capacity crowd. Tbe Bose sound system is adequate though inexpertly managed. The featured guitarist of a jazz combo could barely be heard, and I was sitting on the 4th row. All said, this is a bare bones hall that is staff by welcoming people. Informal, unfussy. Come as you are, no need to dress up.

    September 14, 2024…read more This was my first visit to The Side Door. We were there to see singer Chris Webster and guitarist Nina Gerber. The venue is small, but is a great place to see live music. At only 130 seats, it is an intimate setting. Music only, no food or drinks sold. We had dinner and drinks next door at The Hop Gardens restaurant before the show, and then walked around the corner a bit before show time and we were lucky enough to snag first row seats (no assigned seating). The seats are folding chairs, but they are comfortable enough. The sound system is great. Made for a wonderful evening of music at a very reasonable price ($25/ea).

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 Nina Gerber's pup hanging out on stage during show.

    September 14, 2024 Nina Gerber's pup hanging out on stage during show.

    The Side Door - Getting ready for our next show

    Getting ready for our next show

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    Harlow's - Veggie tacos w/asparagus

    Harlow's

    3.4(411 reviews)
    1.3 miMidtown
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    I would say this venue has been booking more new and exciting bands over the past five years…read more Please please keep these shows coming. Makes me happy to see more punk/goth/metal shows happening here. I went to the recently sold out Die Spitz show and I was amazed how much energy the crowd had. You won't see no mosh pit at Golden One Center. Keep supporting smaller music venues and independent artists.

    I love going to concerts, but somehow in all my years, I have somehow never attended a show at…read moreHarlow's. Located on J Street on the 27th block, this small club exceeded all my expectations for this show. Parking is mostly all neighborhood parking at street meters, but the venue only holds maybe 300 so its not horrible Going through security and ticket check was relatively quick and painless, with security and employees all easy going and pleasant. Once inside, the merch tables were a little cramped, but merch was displayed prominently and transactions were quick and easy. The bar area to right when you first walk in takes up almost the whole wall, with multiple bartenders taking orders and serving customers so ordering a beer was quick to come, ice cold and not ridiculously marked up compared to other places .They also had various mixed drink options. The actual floor/stage area was small, intimate and surrounded at back and on side with raised area with some tables and chairs that were reserved, I assume for an extra price (I didnt inquire). The acoustics were quite good, considering the bands playing(opener was a so cal punk band called The Mainliners), headliner was a heavy metal stoner/grunge type band from Norway (Slomosa). A great evening of music, venue is exceptional, looking forward to finding a show I can take the wife too, as I never explored the back or upper areas that I understand add even more layers to an exceptional experience at this venue.

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    The Backyard

    The Backyard

    3.4(10 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    First time at this venue, I guess is fairly new not enough info out there, I had to research it and…read morestill didn't have all the info! When we purchase the tickets we weren't clear if we had seat or if it was general admission, so we brought our chairs, turns out we did had seats assigned and they also have general admission and in there you can use your chairs. They make you park at Lot D and is a mile walk to the venue, it was $20 cash; there's a dropped off area right in-front the venue , the venue itself is connected to a restaurant and a mini golf , there's a mall across the street. Security wasn't all that (they were nice tho) you can bring a medium or small size bags (however is up to them to decide which size it's appropriate to bring in to the venue) you can also bring sealed water bottles or an empty PLASTIC Bottle, no hydroflask or anything of that kind. They sale food such as bbq ribs & drinks. The concert itself was amazing, very intimate, the speakers were clear.

    This venue is right behind Rock n' Brews by Cal Expo. It's essentially a parking lot with a stage…read more There are no indoor bathrooms, only porta potties. They have a few food trucks on site and a couple of bars. There is a VIP area, it's referred to as "the hill" because it's slightly elevated so you should be able to see over the crowd. Parking is $20 (bring cash) and you enter through Gate D at Cal Expo, if the parking lot in front of Rock n' Brews isn't full they have you park there. The two times I went I was there early so I was able to park close. Try to avoid going to a concert during or after the State Fair. The Backyard is near the stables where they keep the livestock during the fair, which means there are a LOT of flies when the fair is going on. I've only been to two daytime shows (Sad Summer and Summer School Tour) so I can't say what it's like to to go a regular nighttime concert. The shows I went to were standing room only, and they were on very hot days. I will say the venue did an excellent job keeping everyone cool and hydrated. For Sad Summer it was over 110 degrees, they had setup a white tent, had misters, plenty of free water and a few large trash cans filled with water so you could wet a cooling rag (they also provided new towels for those who didn't bring one). They let you bring in one empty water bottle or a sealed one. You were allowed to bring in sunscreen, but it had to be lotion, it couldn't be aerosol. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It's definitely not my favorite venue but it is new, so there may be some improvements.

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    The Backyard - Water for hot daytime shows

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    The VIP area, it's slightly raised so you should be able to see over the crowd

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