August

Name: Mess Fest (Sacramento Children’s Museum)
Start: 2026-08-29T16:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-08-29T18:00:00-07:00
Location: Sacramento Children’s Museum

List

August 2026
Yolo County Fair
August 7 @ 12:00 pm - 11:59 pm Yolo County Fair

Yolo County Fairgrounds 1250 E. Gum Ave., Woodland, CA
The Yolo County Fair takes place for two weeks in 2026, from August 7-9 & 12-16, 2026. The "Hog August Nights" fair has free entry at the gate. Parking is $10 per car.
Dave’s Pumpkin Patch Summerween Party
August 8 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Dave's Pumpkin Patch 3010 Burrows Ave, West Sacramento, CA
Spooky season comes early in West Sacramento. Summerween at Dave's Pumpkin Patch takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The mischievous summer day will have BBQ, a jumping pillow, pony rides, live music, and family fun. Costumes are welcome but optional. Admission is free!
Free
DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™
August 14 @ 6:45 pm - 9:45 pm DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™

Cal Expo 1600 Exposition Boulevard, Sacramento, CA
Attention, muggles! A DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™ will light up the Sacramento skies for two summer nights on August 14 & 15, 2026 at Cal Expo. Be amazed at 1,200 drones recreating characters and favorite moments from Harry Potter™ films. Arrive early for themed food and drinks. This show is family-friendly and for all ages. Kids under 3 attend for free.
Honey Bee Day at Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
August 16, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary 403 Stafford Street, Folsom, CA
The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary will be buzzin' on Saturday, August 16, 2025 for Honey Bee Day. Kids can participate in bee-themed activities while learning about pollinators. There will also be live bee demos. Stop by the honey tasting tables, and don't forget to pick up a jar of honey harvested at the Folsom Zoo.
$10
Monster Jam at Golden 1 Center
August 15 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Monster Jam at Golden 1 Center

Golden 1 Center 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA
Monster Jam revs and rolls into Sacramento for two days on August 15 & 16, 2026. The action takes place at the Golden 1 Center. Pit parties will also occur at select shows.
Harry Potter Night at Sacramento River Cats
August 22 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Sutter Health Park 400 Ballpark Dr., West Sacramento, CA
Calling all wizards and muggles: The Sacramento River Cats will have Harry Potter Night on Saturday, August 22, 2026. There will be themed entertainment during the baseball game. Additionally, fireworks will take place after the game.
Humpty Dumpty’s Birthday Celebration
August 29 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Fairytale Town
Join Fairytale Town as they celebrate their 67th birthday on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Humpty Dumpty will lead a "Happy Birthday" sing-along at 12pm in the Story Center. There will be photo ops, crafts, and egg-themed games. This event is included with regular museum admission.
$10
2026 South Sacramento Festival
August 29 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Valley Hi Park 8185 Center Pkwy, Sacramento, CA
The free South Sacramento Festival will take place at Valley Hi Park on Saturday, August 29, 2026. There will be activities for kids, cultural performances, music, food, and community resources.
Free
Mess Fest (Sacramento Children’s Museum)
August 29 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Sacramento Children's Museum 2701 Prospect Park, Rancho Cordova, CA
Prepare for kids to get dirty at Mess Fest at the Sacramento Children's Museum on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Kids are encouraged to dress for messy fun in either a swimsuit, play clothes, or rain boots. There will be sticky, gooey, messy, and dirty fun. A wash-off station will be available. A change of clothes is also recommended.
$10

August 2026