EAST SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Summer means great times and tan lines now that the temperatures are rising. East Sacramento residents have several community events to attend while enjoying the warm weather throughout the season.  

A staple summer activity that residents look forward to is the annual free Pops in the Park event. This event is a great opportunity for the neighborhood to get together, bring friends and meet new people.

The first event in the concert series was on June 7 and featured the band Clean Slate. Residents can plan to attend the upcoming concerts, which will be happening for all the following Saturdays in June. Live music starts at 6 p.m. 

On June 14, Big Crush will perform its lively, high-energy music for attendees to listen to and dance to at Bertha Henschel Park, 160 45th St. 

Rock and dance hits cover band Apple Z will perform on June 21 at McKinley Park, 601 Alhambra Blvd. On June 28, Tom Rigney and Flambeau are set to play at Glenn Hall Park, 5415 Sandburg Drive. The band has roots of blues and New Orleans style music.

Attendees should bring their own chair or blanket to sit back and enjoy the live music. Food and drinks will be available on-site from local vendors such as Gondo Fusion, Puckerz Lemonade and Sac Yard Community Tap House. The Kiwanis Club of East Sacramento/Midtown will serve grilled burgers, hot dogs and tri-tip sandwiches.

For residents looking for fun health and fitness opportunities, join the Midtown Association and Yoga Moves Us for their series of group yoga sessions happening at two parks in the area throughout the summer. 

Enjoy yoga from 6 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with other community members. 

This is a free event; just bring a mat, a water bottle and a friend. No registration is needed.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Yoga Moves Us hosts a yoga session at Fremont Park, located at 1515 Q St. 

Wednesday yoga instruction is held at Winn Park at 1616 28th St. For more information, visit exploremidtown.org/freshair.

A classic summer activity that everyone in Sacramento looks forward to every year is the annual California State Fair at Cal Expo, which will be from July 11 to July 27. 

Gates will open at 4 p.m. and close at 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. From Fridays to Sundays, gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 10 p.m.

Bring friends and family to indulge in carnival concessions such as kettle corn, fresh-squeezed lemonade, corn dogs, Dole-whip frozen desert and more. 

Experience the thrill from riding the several roller coasters and daring attractions.

There will be live music every night, award-winning craft beer and wine, free horseback rides and engaging competitions.

Regular admission for the state fair costs $16 for adults, $10 for children 5 to 12; and $12 for seniors (ages 62 and above). Admission for children under 4 is free.

Tickets will be for sale at the fairgrounds and at calexpostatefair.com/admission-tickets.