American River Burger Battle
Join us for Sacramento’s ultimate burger showdown! Sample mouthwatering burgers from ten local chefs, sip on local brews, and decide who reigns supreme. Don’t forget to take notes – your vote counts! By participating, you’ll be directly supporting the American River Parkway Foundation and the impactful Parkway CONNECT program. May the best burger win the burger battle, and your taste buds! Tickets are $75, which includes entry, unlimited burgers, refreshments from the ARPF beer garden, and a vote for the People’s Choice winner. VIP Tickets are $150 and include all the standard perks + one-hour early entry at 4 pm, access to the VIP area, specialty cocktails, and a chance to hang out with the celebrity judges. Meet our Burger Chefs: -Chef Sam Shafer, Revival at the Sawyer (reigning Judge’s Choice winner) -Chef Pedro Depina, 7th Street Standard (reigning People’s Choice winner) -Chef Michael Fagnoni, Moksa Barrel House -Chef Stephen Ashley, The Firehouse Restaurant -Chef Scott Ostrander, Gami Burger -Chef Matt Brown, Husick’s by Forester -Chef Gregory Desmangles, Good Neighbors -Chef Nickolas Duren, Druthers Sutter Park -Sacramento Metro Fire -Sacramento City Fire
Date and Time
Saturday May 16, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Saturday, May 16, 2026 5 pm - 8 pm
Location
Discovery Park 1600 Garden Highway, Sacramento, CA 95833
Fees/Admission
$75 - $150