Ring in spring with The Creative Space at the Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Old Town Plaza in Elk Grove. The family-friendly festival will have arts, crafts, live Taiko performances, and more to welcome sakura season.
Join The Popcorn Store in Elk Grove for their annual Popcorn with the Bunny event at their Elk Grove store on Saturday, March 28, 2026. This is a free community event where kids can enjoy pictures with the bunny, get a child size popcorn, and do a painting activity.
Sammy's Spring Splash kicks off the spring season with eggs hidden around the pool at the Wackford Community & Aquatic Complex in Elk Grove on Saturday, March 28, 2026. There will also be swimming, and spring-themed activities.
The Annual Running of the Elk will take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at District 56 in Elk Grove. The race includes options for Kids' Fun Runs (1/4 mile for ages 6-under, 1/2 mile for ages 7-12).
An Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Friday & Saturday, April 3 & 4, 2026 at Enchanted Elk Grove. The egg hunts will begin at 11am. A meet and greet with the Easter bunny will occur at 10:30am before the egg. Reservations are required for this event.
Family 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.
Little dancers can head to Flatland Brewery on Saturday, April 18, 2026 for a ballet pop-up event in Elk Grove. This free event will include a mini ballet lesson followed by coloring on the patio. While this is a free event, pre-registration is required.
Kids can paint with the princess Rapunzel at Space To Play in Elk Grove on Sunday, April 26, 2026. In addition to painting, take photos with the princess, and enjoy two hours of play.
The Elk Grove Spring Palooza returns for the first time since 2019 over three days, Friday to Sunday, May 1 to 3, 2026 at Elk Grove Park. There will be many activities for includes including pony rides, carnival games, face painting, and more. A parade and live entertainment will take place as part of the festival. Kids 12 and under, and students with school ID cards receive free admission.
Celebrate Star Wars Day at Space To Play in Elk Grove on. Monday, May 4, 2026. Wear Star Wars attire to receive $4 admission all day.
The 2nd Annual JJD Mela (Punjabi Cultural Event) will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Elk Grove Park. This free community event will include live Bhangra, Giddha performances, youth talent, culture, vendors, and more.
Unity Park will soon be Elk Grove's newest park (which has a playground) and to celebrate, the opening party for the community will be on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Kids can paint with the mermaid princess Ariel at Space To Play in Elk Grove on Saturday, May 16, 2026. In addition to painting a mermaid tail, take photos with the princess, and enjoy two hours of play.
A Seat at the Table Books will be having a Walk & Roll to the Bookstore on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The day will have various walks from multiple starting points in Elk Grove that lead to A Seat at the Table Books to celebrate Bike Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Small Business Month. There will be free activities back at the bookstore.
The Creative Space will have its annual Asian Pacific CultureFest at District 56 in Elk Grove on Sunday, May 17, 2026. The day will celebrate API culture with vendors, food, art, music, and more.
Elk Grove's free Big Truck Day will take place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at District 56. In honor of National Public Works Week, kids can explore the big trucks that operate in Elk Grove, play in sand pits, and build mini cities.
Enchanted Indoor Playground in Elk Grove will celebrate its 3rd birthday on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The day will include face painting, an art class, and characters visiting with kids at the indoor playground. Reservations are recommended.
Teens are welcome to attend the free Teen Takeover - Party Edition on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the Wackford Community Complex. There will be open gym time, plus food and drinks will be available. This is a free event but registration is required.
An Evening of Enchantment will take place on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Enchanted in Elk Grove. Kids will get to meet and greet with five princesses. There will also be singing and storytime.
Movies in the Park return in Elk Grove for 2026. Free family-friendly movies will be shown in various Elk Grove park. Seating begins at 6pm and movies are shown around sundown.
Movies in the Park return in Elk Grove for 2026. Free family-friendly movies will be shown in various Elk Grove park. Seating begins at 6pm and movies are shown around sundown.
The Cosumnes Fire Department and Elk Grove Police Department will have Regional Safety Day on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Elk Grove Park. This free event will include emergency response vehicles, a helicopter landing, and a "Jaws of Life" extrication.
Dreams United Foundation will have a free Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Old Town Plaza in Elk Grove. This is a family-friendly event that will have a dedicated kids section with hands-on activities. There will also be food, vendors, music, and culture at this community event.
Dig into a Summer Slime Party on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Space To Play in Elk Grove. In addition to regular admission, slime kits are an additional $5 per kit.
Create spooky summer crafts and participate in activities during Spooky Summer Crafternoon on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at the Elk Grove Library.