Aftershock, GoldenSky, Ironman events expected to bring in $60 million for Sacramento
GoldenSky Festival, a growing event, is expected to bring more than 75,000 people over the course of the weekend.
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GoldenSky Festival, a growing event, is expected to bring more than 75,000 people over the course of the weekend.
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