About Badlands Sacramento
- Party/
Club - Dancing, Outdoor seating, Drag Shows
Badlands Sacramento stands as one of the premier gay nightclubs in California's capital city, offering a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere in the heart of Midtown. This multi-level dance venue features expansive space with multiple bars, a spectacular disco-lit dance floor crowned by a massive mirror ball, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. The energy is consistently high, with the venue hosting drag shows, karaoke nights, live performances, and go-go dancers throughout the week.
The club's layout includes a VIP mezzanine on the second floor, an outdoor patio with a lighted waterfall, and a balcony overlooking K Street, providing diverse spaces for socializing and dancing. Badlands attracts a mixed crowd and serves as a popular destination for Pride celebrations and afterparties. The venue is known for its welcoming community atmosphere, quality entertainment programming, and diverse music selection blending retro and contemporary tracks. Guests should note that the venue operates on a cash-only basis and enforces a 21-and-over age policy.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 18:00 – 02:00
- Tuesday
- 18:00 – 02:00
- Wednesday
- 18:00 – 02:00
- Thursday · today
- 21:00 – 02:00
- Friday
- 17:00 – 02:00
- Saturday
- 17:00 – 02:00
- Sunday
- 16:00 – 02:00
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