Head to the Placerville Fairgrounds this weekend. It’s a three-day music marathon featuring nearly 30 bands across multiple stages. “Summer festival” vibes without the five-hour drive.

🎟️ Check out the full music lineup

Looking for something you definitely won’t see every day? The Mermaid Convention is taking over Rancho Cordova all weekend. From quirky photo ops to niche local vendors, the ultimate "hidden gem" for people-watching or bringing the kids to see something unique.

📍 See the weekend event schedule

Cal Expo is transforming into a massive open-air night market Friday through Sunday. 190+ vendors serving up everything from giant squid skewers to specialty boba. Make sure to grab your tickets online.

🎟️ Buy your FoodieLand tickets here

If you’ve been looking for a dedicated space to recharge, this is it. Located on Fair Oaks Blvd, HOL·SELF is a high-end wellness lounge for serious recovery and nervous system regulation. The perfect escape for anyone needing to hit the reset button.

The lounge specializes in "bio-hacking" that goes way beyond a typical spa day. Medical-grade red light therapy, infrared saunas, and cold plunge. A private, intentional space for those who prioritize longevity and balance. If your "self-care" routine needs an upgrade, this is the gold standard Off The 50.

✨ HOL·SELF - Book a session or tour the lounge

Folsom Run Collective: 1-Year Anniversary

Celebrate a year of community and movement at Crawdads on the Lake. Whether you're a runner or just there to grab a drink, it’s a great spot to catch the sunset. When: Friday, May 15 @ 7:00 PM

A Taste on Main Street: Art Walk Edition

Take a stroll through historic Main Street in Placerville. This weekend specifically highlights local food and wine pairings inside the galleries; the perfect "date night" or "girls' night.” When: Saturday, May 16 (Evening)

If you’ve driven toward Tahoe and marveled at the massive white ribbons of water cascading down the granite cliffs at Twin Bridges, it’s time to finally pull over. Horsetail Falls is in its full, thunderous glory as the spring snowmelt from Desolation Wilderness pours over the 500-foot face of Pyramid Creek. Quite simply, the most dramatic view on the entire corridor.

The Local Guide: How to Get There

Head east on Highway 50 past Strawberry. Just as the road begins its steep climb toward Echo Summit, look for the Pyramid Creek Trailhead parking lot on your left. It is a popular spot, so aim for an early arrival to snag one for $10.

The Route to the View

The hike is a 3.3-mile round trip to reach the base of the falls.

The Starting Line: From the parking lot, follow the Pyramid Creek Trail. The first half-mile is a gentle, well-marked path through a mix of manzanita and cedar.

The Wilderness Marker: You will soon reach a self-registration kiosk for the Desolation Wilderness. Even if you’re just day-hiking, you’ll need to fill out a free permit.

The Scenic Sweet Spot: Stay to the left as you approach the creek. The trail eventually transitions from dirt to large, flat granite slabs. Follow the rock cairns (small stacks of stones) that lead you upstream. You don't need to go all the way to the top of the falls to win; the most scenic vantage point is the "base" plateau about 1.5 miles in.

From here, the falls loom directly over you, offer a front-row seat to the mist and the raw power of the Sierras.

📍 Pyramid Creek Trailhead (Google Maps)

Local Butcher Expansion: Beloved Kings Meats in Diamond Springs is making its move into EDH Town Center. High-end butcher and market with local pies, seafood, and beer/wine.

Estelle Bakery & Patisserie: The popular Sacramento-born French bakery is expanding into Folsom with a new storefront on Iron Point Road.

Tastes of Town Center: Mark your calendars for next Saturday, May 23rd, the return of this community favorite in EDH. Sample small bites and drinks from local restaurants while enjoying the Botanical Brushstrokes art exhibit.

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