Explore COMPOST2026’s Host City: Sacramento!

Most COMPOST2026 attendees will find that their schedules are so packed with eye-opening programming and endless opportunities for connecting with other composters that there isn't time for much else! But, if you’re attending COMPOST2026 and you notice you do have some free time, you’ll find yourself in the heart of Downtown Sacramento with lots to explore.

Lodging
The USCC has reserved room blocks in two hotels, both just a few minutes away from the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center by foot. Availability is limited, and rooms are going fast, so book now while rooms last! Visit our hotel block page or click below to reserve a room:
 
Hyatt Regency Sacramento - reserve here  (For the Hyatt, please note that the nights of February 5 and 6 are now sold out at COMPOST’s group rate. A limited number of rooms are still available at the Hyatt; however, they are offered at the hotel’s current daily rate, which is subject to the Hyatt’s discretion.)
Sheraton Grand Sacramento - reserve here

Just coming in for Demo Day? You might consider the Hard Rock Hotel in Wheatland, CA, only minutes away from our Demo Day host site! Click here to explore options at the Hard Rock.

Exploring the City
 
Sacramento is an extremely walkable city—if you are not bringing or renting a car, the streets are created with pedestrians in mind. If you are driving throughout your stay, there is plenty of available parking downtown, with much of it also offering the ability to reserve a spot! Walking around the city can provide a wealth of things to do; Sacramento has a vibrant nightlife, restaurant, and art gallery scene. Check out a map of downtown Sacramento here!
 
Exploring Outdoors
Want to stretch your legs and get some fresh air? Sacramento provides plenty of fantastic outdoor adventures. Explore the American River Parkway bike trails, or rent a bike in Old Sacramento for a bit of urban exploration and enjoy the bike-friendly city! If the water is more your speed, Sacramento provides plenty of rafting opportunities on the American River, or you can explore the river on your own with a number of parks providing both beach and water access to the public.
 
Arts and Entertainment
If you’re looking for something a bit more low-key to explore, Sacramento has a wealth of art galleries, museums, and fine arts to check out while you’re in town.
 
Sacramento has a range of theater experiences, from independent theater at Geery Theater, Broadway plays, musicals, and classics downtown to smaller private theaters offering locally written and acted talents. Sacramento also has a variety of top-class musical talent, including the Sacramento Ballet, the Sacramento Philharmonic, and the Sacramento Opera.
 
Check out a list of some of the fantastic Sacramento Area Museums!
 
Dining
Home to 16 Michelin Star restaurants and focused on fresh, local ingredients, Sacramento has a lot to offer those looking for an elevated dining experience. Check out Sacramento’s list of some of the best places to get some fine dining!

Sacramento is also known for its farm-to-fork dining. Surrounded by 1.5 million acres of active farmland—and multiple composting facilities—Sacramento restaurateurs have ample opportunity to source farm-fresh, local ingredients. Learn more about Sacramento's farm-to-fork dining by clicking here.
 
Coordinating dinner for a large group is always tough, but check out Sacramento’s collection of group-friendly dining locations, and hopefully it can help you accommodate your group’s needs for a fun night out!
  
This is just a small taste of all that Sacramento has to offer. We hope you’ll join us in getting to know our COMPOST2026 host city! You can head to Visit Sacramento’s homepage to learn more.