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Territorial Dispatch

Bikes, Bites and Ballads

May 14, 2025 09:05AM ● By Shamaya Sutton, photos by Chris Pedigo
Members of the band Decades perform during the opening set at the “Concert in the Ballpark” event on May 3, at Bryant Field in Marysville

Members of Skynnyn Lynnyrd perform live at Bryant Field in Marysville during the “Concert in the Ballpark” on May 3. The Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band headlined the evening show, which marked the first major concert at the newly rebranded home of the Marysville High Wheelers baseball team.


YUBA-SUTTER, CA (MPG) - On May 3, the Yuba-Sutter region was alive with community spirit as residents and visitors participated in a trio of vibrant events. The day commenced with the 38th annual Bike Around the Buttes in Sutter, where cyclists embarked on rides ranging from 20 to 100 miles through the scenic Sutter Buttes and along the Sacramento River. Starting as early as 6 a.m., the event featured rest stops, SAG support, and post-ride festivities including meals, live music, and massage therapy, all supporting local diabetes programs.


Two unicyclists ride side by side with smiles during the 38th annual Bike Around the Buttes in Sutter. The May 3 event featured traditional and nontraditional riders alike, including unicycles, recumbent trikes, and e-bikes.


By midday, downtown Marysville transformed into a festive hub for the Marysville Taco Festival, a free family-friendly event celebrating Cinco de Mayo. From noon to 8 p.m., attendees enjoyed a variety of taco vendors, live music, DJ sets, mariachi performances, a kid’s zone, car show, and a cantina. Local bands energized the crowds in addition to cultural performances.

The day’s celebrations culminated at Bryant Field in Marysville with the inaugural “Concert in the Ballpark.” Hosted by the High Wheelers baseball team, the evening featured Skynnyn Lynnyrd, a renowned Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band, delivering classic Southern rock hits to an enthusiastic audience under the stars.


A dancer in traditional Aztec attire performs with feathered headdress and ceremonial instruments during the Marysville Taco Festival on May 3. The event, held in downtown Marysville, featured live performances, food vendors, and family activities celebrating Latino culture and cuisine.


From early morning rides to scrumptious lunches, garden tours, and evening concerts, May 3 offered a full spectrum of activities that highlighted the region’s vibrant community and diverse culture.


Crowds pack D Street in downtown Marysville during the annual Taco Festival on May 3. The free community event featured food trucks, live entertainment, vendor booths, and cultural performances in celebration of Cinco de Mayo.