Nonprofit arts organizations and schools are encouraged to perform and/or have interactive booths at Rally for the Race on August 15 and Race for the Arts on August 22. Please see information below. It's a great way to promote your upcoming season, build your audience, and let people know about you! For more information, call (916) 933-4056.
OFF TO THE RACES
Saturday, August 9, 2008
6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
The Pavilions, Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento
$40 - Tickets available at the door or in advance (916) 933-4056
As Race for the Arts Celebrates 10 Years, our premier event, "Off to the Races," continues its tradition in the beautiful garden setting of The Pavilions. News10’s Sacramento & Co. will be the emcee, as guests are treated to live entertainment and a sampling of wines from Bogle Vineyards, Lava Cap Winery, Jodar Vineyards & Winery, Rail Bridge Cellars and a champagne toast, champagne provided by Lounge on 20. An assortment of scrumptious hors d’oeuvres will be prepared by some of the area’s top restaurants: Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Piatti Restaurant, Dominick’s Italian Trattoria & Bar, Mirabelle European Pastry Café, Sofia Restaurant, Tule Bistro, and The Mandarin Restaurant. Guests will unwind and capture the essence of the Arts.
RALLY FOR THE RACE
Friday, August 15, 2008
11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Westfield Shoppingtown Downtown Plaza (in front of Macy's)
Free
A presentation by Race for the Arts
  • Performances by arts organizations
  • Race for the Arts signups
  • Interactive booths
  • Informational materials
    PACKET PICK-UP AND REGISTRATION
    Thursday, August 21, 2008
    10:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
    Early packet pick-up and in-person registration from 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Fleet Feet Sports, 2311 J Street, Sacramento.
    10th Annual RACE FOR THE ARTS
    Friday, August 22, 2008
    Registration opens at 5:00 P.M.
    5 km Run/Walk and Children's Fun Runs
    Crocker Park
    Third and O Streets, Sacramento
    More than a run — it's an experience!
    Live music, interactive booths, exercise, and post-race refreshments!
    100% of pledge monies go to your designated nonprofit
    arts organization or school music, drama, or art program
  • 6:00 P.M. - Kids' 1/2 mile (ages 8 and under)
  • 6:15 P.M. - Kids' 1 mile (ages 9-12)
  • 6:30 P.M. - 5 km Run/Walk Start (3.1 miles)
    Sign Up to Perform
    We invite you to perform at Rally for the Race on August 15 and/or Race for the Arts on August 22. To register, download a performance form and fax or mail the completed form by Friday, August 1.
    Sign Up for an Interactive Booth
    A 6-foot table and two chairs will be provided free to any nonprofit arts organization or school to promote their programs and upcoming seasons at Rally for the Race on August 15 and/or Race for the Arts on August 22. To register, download a booth form and fax or mail the completed form by Friday, August 1. Each booth must be interactive.

    For product marketing and commercial promotion, the sponsorship fee is $500 and exhibitors must be approved by Race for the Arts; please contact Sally Rice at (916) 933-4056 for further information.

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