Find AA Meetings in Sacramento, California

Sacramento, California AA Meetings

Sacramento has one of the larger AA communities in Northern California. It offers more than 50 in-person groups holding over 190 meetings every week across 35-plus locations in the city, and more than 15 additional groups meet online.

The list above shows current schedules, and you can filter it by day, time and meeting type to find one that fits.

Whatever brought you here, from curiosity about your drinking to years of trying to quit, there is likely a meeting that matches where you are. Sacramento’s directory includes women’s and men’s groups, Spanish-speaking groups, LGBTQ+ meetings and meetings focused on newcomers.

You are not alone if you are rethinking your drinking because an estimated 14.3 percent of Sacramento adults report binge drinking, according to the CDC’s PLACES project.

Here is a snapshot of meeting types in our Sacramento directory, counting both in-person and online groups (as of July 2026):

• Wheelchair-accessible: 23
• Men’s: 15
• Women’s: 15
• Young people: 8
• Beginner-focused: 5
• Spanish-speaking: 4
• LGBTQ+: 3

Counts change as schedules update, so treat this as a snapshot and the list above as the current source.

Your First AA Meeting in Sacramento

You do not need to register, pay or call yourself an alcoholic to attend an AA meeting in Sacramento. All you need to do is show up a few minutes early, take a seat and listen. Nobody is required to speak.

Meetings are either open or closed. Open meetings welcome anyone, including people who are simply curious and family members. Closed meetings, however,  are reserved for people who want to stop drinking. Most Sacramento meetings are open, so a first-timer has plenty of options. A handful of local groups are specifically beginner-focused, and open discussion meetings are another comfortable starting point.

If you want to know more before you go, our firsthand account of what happens at a first AA meeting walks through a typical hour, and our overview of the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions explains the program’s core ideas in plain language.

Sacramento’s AA Central Office and 24-Hour Helpline

Local AA in Sacramento is coordinated by the Central California Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous (CCFAA), which runs a 24-hour helpline answered by volunteers who can help you find a meeting or just talk through what to expect. The office also sells AA literature, including the Big Book. Its address, hours and phone numbers are listed under Resources below.

Sober.com is an independent directory and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services or CCFAA.

Staying on Track Between Meetings

Many people pair meetings with the free Sober App. It tracks your sober days, what you have saved by not drinking and milestones worth marking, which can help to keep you motivated on the days between meetings.

If You Need More Help Than a Meeting

AA is peer support, not medical care. If you have been drinking heavily every day, stopping abruptly can be dangerous. Because of this, it is worth getting a medical opinion before you quit cold. Our guides to the alcohol withdrawal timeline and alcohol detox explain what withdrawal involves and when supervised care makes sense.

For treatment in Sacramento, the Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services Screening and Coordination team is the county’s main entry point for mental health and substance use services. It operates 24/7, screens callers and refers people to outpatient, residential and recovery programs. You can find its number under Resources below.

You can also browse alcohol rehab programs in Sacramento in our rehab directory. In addition, national and crisis lines are listed under Resources.

AA in Sacramento: Common Questions

How much do AA meetings in Sacramento cost?

Nothing. AA groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions. A basket may be passed, but no one is expected to give, least of all a newcomer.

Do I have to call myself an alcoholic to attend?

No. AA’s only stated requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking, and you do not even need that to sit in on an open meeting. Plenty of people attend a few meetings while they are still deciding what their drinking means.

What is the difference between open and closed meetings?

Open meetings welcome anyone, including family and friends. Closed meetings are limited to people who want to stop drinking. Open meetings make up most of Sacramento’s listings.

Are there Spanish-language AA meetings in Sacramento?

A small number of Spanish-speaking groups appear in our Sacramento listings. Use the language filter in the list above to see current days and times. CCFAA’s central office can also help direct Spanish speakers to a group.

Can I join an AA meeting online from Sacramento?

Yes. More than 15 online AA groups appear in our Sacramento listings, with options every day of the week, which can be helpful when you can’t get to an in-person meeting or want support the same day.

How do I find a wheelchair-accessible meeting in Sacramento?

Use the accessibility filter in the list above. Sacramento’s directory currently includes 23 wheelchair-accessible groups, counting both in-person and online listings.

Resources

• Central California Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous. 24-hour helpline: (916) 454-1100. Office: 9960 Business Park Dr., Ste. 110, Sacramento, CA 95827; (916) 454-1771; Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://www.aasacramento.org/
• Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services Screening and Coordination (BHS-SAC). Mental health and substance use screening and referral, 24/7: (916) 875-1055. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://dhs.saccounty.gov/BHS/Pages/BHS-Home.aspx
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. PLACES: Local Data for Better Health (2025 release). Accessed July 24, 2026. https://www.cdc.gov/places/
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. FindTreatment.gov treatment locator. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://findtreatment.gov/
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 (24/7).