Good morning, Folsom.

Folsom will host its annual Historic Hometown Parade on June 28 at 9:30 a.m. in the Historic District, featuring marching bands, vintage cars, equestrian units, and festive floats — thousands of residents are expected along Sutter Street.

The celebrations start on Friday, June 27 with the Hometown Country Radio Show at the Zittel Family Amphitheater from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. — local restaurateur Eric Adams will serve as Grand Marshal.

Celebrate Recovery Folsom is hosting a free event with live music and inspiring stories at Zittel Family Amphitheater in Historic Folsom on Tuesday, June 24 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.—attendees can come early to enjoy meals on Sutter Street or bring a picnic along with lawn chairs for comfort.

City officials, Choose Folsom representatives and Sacramento County dignitaries broke ground on Southpointe at Folsom Ranch on Friday, starting Phase 1 of a commercial development set to offer over 90,000 square feet of retail, office and medical space—strategically placed near new housing and local amenities. The project is designed to bolster infrastructure for a growing hub that will serve the Folsom Ranch community.

Choose Folsom announced the Folsom Pro Rodeo will be held July 3-5 at the Dan Russell Rodeo Arena to offer family fun & boost local business.

The event will provide free shuttle rides, hotel deals, and networking opportunities for local entrepreneurs.

Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, an award-winning blues band, will perform on Sunday, June 22 at 3:00 p.m. at the air conditioned Powerhouse Pub on Sutter Street in Historic Folsom (tickets cost $20) (21+ event).

Residents served by SMUD will face a 3% rate hike in 2026 and another in 2027, which will raise the average monthly bill by about $4.35 and $4.48 respectively as the utility boosts wildfire prevention and grid upgrades + it said its rates remain much lower than PG&E’s.

Dignity Health Mercy Folsom urges local men to get regular check-ups and mental health support during Men’s Health Month so they can catch problems early—helping them stay healthy and care for their families.