Big Boy Bash – Makers at the Rails
A Big Boy Bash - Makers at the Rails will celebrate the Union Pacific Big Boy steam locomotive in Roseville at Vernon Square on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
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- Vernon Street Town Square 311 Vernon St, Roseville, CA
Dogs with Jobs 2026
Sacramento Children's Museum 2701 Prospect Park, Rancho Cordova, CAKids can meet working dogs in the Sacramento region during the annual free Dogs with Jobs event at the Sacramento Children's Museum on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This is a free event! Advance registration is recommended as this event fills up.
FreeBe My Neighbor Day! (Event Full)
PBS KVIE 2030 W. El Camino Ave, Sacramento, CADo your kids love Daniel Tiger? You'll want to check out Be My Neighbor Day!, a free event inspired by Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at PBS KVIE in Sacramento. While this is a free event, registration is required.
FreeDía de los Niños (Davis)
South Davis Montgomery Library 1441 Danbury St, Davis, CACelebrate Día de los Niños on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the South Davis Montgomery Library. Each child will receive a free "keeper" book. There will be crafts, storytime, and a performance by Mariachi Los Claveles.
FreeKids Day: Books & Buds
Sacramento History Museum 101 I Street, Old Sacramento, CAKids Day: Books & Buds will be a day of garden fun and stories on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Sacramento History Museum in Old Sacramento. There will be stories read by local authors, and hands-on activities that include planting seeds and making bookmarks. Each child will get to take home a free book while supplies last.
$12Nature Day at The Hive
The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen 1221 Harter Ave, Woodland, CAThe Hive in Yolo County's Woodland will have a free family-friendly Nature Day on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 11am to 5pm. Expect fun hands-on activities from beekeepers, farmers, conservationists, horticulturists, and interactive workshops.
FreeGoal! a Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime
Central Library 828 I St, Sacramento, CAAs part of Día, kids can enjoy a Bilingual Storytime combining soccer and reading on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Central Library in Sacramento. Kids will receive a free book and create their own soccer-themed accessories at this free event.
FreeRoseville Utilities Earth Night
Woodcreek Golf Club 5880 Woodcreek Oaks Blvd, Roseville, CARoseville Utilities will have its annual free Earth Night community event on Thursday evening, April 16, 2026. This Earth Day celebration pays tribute to innovation and sustainability while introducing ways to make a positive impact in the community.
FreeKids Carnival & Magic Show
Scottish Rite Masonic Center 6151 H St, Sacramento, CAA Kids Carnival and Magic Show that benefits the RiteCare Childhood Language Center of Sacramento will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Sacramento Scottish Rite. This is a family-friendly event that directly benefits the RiteCare Childhood Language Center of Sacramento that provides speech-language therapy at no cost to families.
$25Story Stroll (Roseville)
Maidu Regional Park 1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville, CAKids can participate in a Story Stroll 2k Fun Run on Saturday, April 18, 2026 through Maidu Regional Park. They'll discover characters, stories, and fun surprises along the way. Crafts, treats, games, and special guests will be at the finish line. Registration includes a t-shirt and medal.
$40The Wonder Grove Bug Bash Fun Run
Summerfield Park 2950 Linden Rd, West SacramentoFamilies can participate in The Wonder Grove's first-ever Bug Bash Fun Run on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Summerfield Park in West Sacramento. Complete the course as fast or as slow as you like! Bug costumes are encouraged for the race, and there will be a bug costume making station at 9am before the race begins.
$30Earth STEAM Day at Aerospace Museum
Aerospace Museum of California 3200 Freedom Park Drive, McClellan, CACelebrate Earth STEAM Day at the Aerospace Museum on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 10am to 2pm. There will be special activities to honor the planet.
$18UC Davis Picnic Day
UC Davis Davis, CAThe annual UC Davis Picnic Day takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This free, family-friendly event is a beloved tradition that features parades, hands-on exhibits, animal encounters, and a Children's Discovery Fair across the UC Davis campus.
FreeBarnyard Biofest (Lodi)
World of Wonders Science Museum 2 N Sacramento St, Lodi, CAKids who love animals will appreciate Barnyard Biofest on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at World of Wonders Science Museum in Lodi. The event will have live animal interactions from highland cows to goats, chickens, sheep, pigs, and more, where kids can engage and learn about animal ecosystems.
$9El Dorado Hills Spring Carnival
El Dorado County Library 7455 Silva Valley Pkwy, El Dorado Hills, CAThe free El Dorado Hills Spring Carnival takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Families will get to enjoy carnival games, face painting, bounce house obstacle courses, and more fun activities.
Free9th Annual Autism Festival
Liberty Towers Gym 5132 Elkhorn Blvd., Sacramento, CAFamilies are welcome to attend the free Autism Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Liberty Towers Gym in Sacramento. There will be sensory-friendly activities, vendors, and resources.
FreeElk Grove Family Fun Day
Old Town Plaza 9615 Railroad Street, Elk Grove, CAFamily Fun Day takes place in Elk Grove on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This free event will have carnival games, activities, food trucks, and more family-friendly entertainment.
FreeSacramento Book Festival
Scottish Rite Masonic Center 6151 H St, Sacramento, CAThe free Sacramento Book Festival will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at Scottish Rite Center from 10am to 5pm. The festival will have a kids zone and children's book readings. The kids zone will open at 10am. Bring a children's coloring or activity book to donate to the Mustard Seed School children's book drive.
FreeCalifornia Duck Days
Yolo Basin Foundation 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road), Davis, CAThe family-friendly California Duck Days outdoor festival will take place at the Yolo Basin Foundation on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The festival will include many wetland-themed activities for kids, animals, arts and crafts, and more.
$25Yoomén: A Celebration of Spring (Roseville)
Maidu Museum & Historic Site 1970 Johnson Ranch Drive, Roseville, CAThe Maidu Museum will have a free Yoomén celebration on Saturday, April 25, 2026 to welcome spring and new growth. There will be Native American performances and cultural demos, plus kid-friendly game stations and museum tours.
Free36th Annual Kids Day (Rancho Cordova)
Hagan Community Park 2197 Chase Dr, Rancho Cordova, CAThe 36th Annual Kids Day will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Hagan Community Park in Rancho Cordova. This free community event will include kid-friendly activities, attractions, parent resources, and giveaways. While this is a free event, there is a $6 vehicle entry fee into the park.
FreeEarly Learning: Family Fun & Playfest
Fairytale Town 3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CAThe Sacramento County Office of Education will host a free Family Fun & Playfest on April 25, 2026 at Fairytale Town. Families will be able to learn about available community resources while getting to play at Fairytale Town on a Saturday evening. This event is for ages 0-5 years old and registration is required to receive free giveaways.
FreeOld Sacramento Spring Festival
Sacramento History Museum 101 I Street, Old Sacramento, CARing in spring with the Sacramento History Museum at a free family-friendly festival on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Old Sacramento State Historic Park. Participate in dancing around a 15-foot maypole with ribbons and crowns. Other activities for kids of all ages include arts and crafts, gold panning, face painting, lawn games, hobby-horse races, living history demos, and more.
FreeSacramento Earth Day
Southside Park 2115 6th Street, Sacramento, CAThe largest Earth Day celebration in Sacramento takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Southside Park. This is a free, family-friendly festival from 11am to 4pm with over 100 vendors around the sustainability theme of, "Water We Waiting For?"
FreeSensory-Friendly Fire Station Tour (Winters)
Winters Fire Department 700 W Main St, Winters, CAThe Winters Fire Department will have a free sensory-friendly fire station tour on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 5-6pm. Kids can touch the trucks and meet fire heroes with no sirens or loud noises.
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