Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association (SCNA) seeks qualified groups to deliver dynamic entertainment in our 2026 Music in the Park Concert Series.

This is a vibrant, free, family-friendly concert series that brings an estimated 300+ residents of Curtis Park and surrounding communities together for unforgettable summer experiences. These events are the highlight of the season, drawing neighbors who come to picnic, dance, and socialize in the park. A variety of food trucks featuring popular local vendors offer delicious options throughout the event. SCNA hosts a variety of music genres, exciting new bands, a dynamic atmosphere and a diverse musical experience for all ages.

Location: Curtis Park, Sacramento 3349 West Curtis Drive, Sacramento, CA 95818.

We provide:

• 20 x 20 Stage, sufficient electrical power, basic sound equipment (speakers, subs, microphone package, generator, engineer with set up and strike).
  All other requirements for the entertainment shall be provided by the bidder.

What you provide:

• Kids Performer: 2 :15 Minute sets for a total of ½ hour Fee: Up to $250 per concert
• Main Performer 2- :45 Minute sets Fee: Up to $1,200 per concert

Dates: June 28, July 26, August 30, 2026
Schedule: Set up 4pm – 6pm, Performance 6pm – 8pm, Tear Down 8pm – 9pm

Submission

To be considered, please provide the following information:

• Musical Group/ Band Information: Name, address, and primary contact
• Proposed act (kids or main performer)
• Overview of experience
• Band/Performer bio
• Experience – tenure of the band, number of players/singers
• What do you bring that is special to the party?
• Links to website, YouTube performances or audio file
• Quotes or references from past performances. (Max one page)

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Fun, cultural diversity and family friendly performances
• Feasibility of the band or music ensemble to deliver high quality performance
• Adherence to the budget, cost effectiveness

Submission Process

Submit proposals by May 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

• Hard Copies: Deliver in a sealed envelope to Band Geeks @ Sierra 2 Center, 2791 24th Street, Sacramento, Ca. 95818
• Digital Copies: Submit online – email audio file (if applicable) to piper@sierra2.org

Late submissions will not be considered.

For questions or additional information email piper@sierra2.org

Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Associations reserves the right to award contracts from submissions, invitation and/or reject any or all submissions.

We look forward to collaborating with you to bring vibrant music in the park series to the community.

Thank you for your interest.

About Us:

Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Associate (SCNA), a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, was founded in 1981 by neighborhood volunteers with a vision to save the historic Sierra School. SCNA has maintained the 102-year-old Sierra 2 Center, working to ensure its continued service as a regional incubator for the arts, education, culture, & community activities. In addition to furthering classes at the Learnery Creative Lab & the Senior Center, the Center offers leased tenant space to 10 non profits and small businesses along with 35 regional arts groups who annually rent one of three dance/fitness studios, a 296- seat theater, along with affordable rooms for art, music and rehearsal, performances, events, meetings, & classes of all kinds.