Enjoy Shakespeare in the Park in Elk Grove this summer at Laguna Town Hall. Twelfth Night will be performed for the run dates of July 18 - August 3, 2025 on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.
Splash Jam: Sammy's Fun Pop-Up Event will take place on Friday, August 8, 2025. This free event will include games and activities at the Jerry Fox Swim Center in Elk Grove.
Splash into Fridays in the Grove with a Dive-In Movie on Friday, August 15, 2025 at the Elk Grove Aquatics Center. Moana will be the movie shown. Recreation swim rates apply.
Teens can enjoy an end of summer pool bash on Friday, August 22, 2025 at the Wackford Community & Aquatic Complex in Elk Grove. Parents aren't allowed! There will be swimming, activities, and food at this free event.
Learn about healthy choices for kids at the Healthy Kids Extravaganza on Saturday, September 5, 2025 in Elk Grove. This free event for families will have interactive activities, physical wellness challenges, arts & crafts, swimming, and more.
The 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival will take place on Friday, September 12, 2025 at District 56 in Elk Grove. The festival will have lion dancing, family-friendly crafts, lantern making, and vendors.
Get ready to dance at Dancing the Globe: A Celebration of Cultural Dance on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at District 56 in Elk Grove. This free event highlights the diversity of different dance styles from around the world.
The Center for Fathers and Families will be hosting Bubble Frenzy on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Elk Grove Regional Park. This community event is free and will have bubble blowing, entertainment, free backpacks (while supplies last), games, and more.
Flatland Brewing in Elk Grove will have Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Oktoberfest is family-friendly and will have food specials from The Pizza Peel and live music.
The family-friendly Butterfly Fest at The Secret Garden returns to Elk Grove on September 13-14 and September 20-21, 2025. Lifecycle Tours will take place each day at 11am. There will be face painting for kids and a coloring table. The Secret Garden also has scavenger hunts for kids. This is a free event and an RSVP is not required.
Flip over to The Little Gym in Elk Grove for a free Back-To-School Bash on Sunday, September 21, 2025. There will be gymnastics, music, movement, and more for ages 4 months to 12 years.
The Zoppé Family Italian Circus returns to Elk Grove September 12 - 22, 2025. Families will delight in seeing Nino the clown in a story featuring mesmerizing acrobatics, equestrians, audience interactions, and much more.
Kids can participate in a free bike rodeo on Saturday, September 27, 2025 in the District 56 parking lot in Elk Grove. There will be bike check-ups, safety tips, and helmet fittings. While this event is for kids of all ages, it's recommended for kids in grades K-6.
The Elk Grove Toy-Anime-Comic Con is on Sunday, September 28, 2025. There will be a cosplay costume contest at 2:30pm, anime, collectibles, and cards. Kids 10 and under receive free admission.
Do you have toddler Halloween costumes your kids grew out of and will never wear again? Space to Play in Elk Grove will have a Costume Swap on Saturday, October 4, 2025. A costume donation includes one free hour of play at the indoor play space. Costumes in sizes 0-7T are welcome for the swap.
A free International Peace Festival will take place on Sunday, October 5, 2025 in Elk Grove. The event aims to promote peace in the community. There will be children's art activities at the event.
Walk with the Elk Grove community on the morning of Saturday, October 11, 2025. The walk will be dedicated to youth mental wellness and will take place in Hilma Colton Park. The first 100 people to attend will receive a free commemorative t-shirt.
Celebrate Diwali Festival of Lights on Monday, October 13, 2025 at a free event in Elk Grove. There will be a variety show for all ages, and cultural food will be available at this community event.
Splash into a literal pool of pumpkins on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Pick your pumpkin from a floating pumpkin patch in Elk Grove, then decorate it. There will also be carnival games. Pre-registration is recommended.
Celebrate the brand-new Tutu School in Elk Grove at a Grand Opening Party on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Tiny dancers can step into the fun of twirling and ballet while enjoying games, crafts, and meeting teachers. There will also be giveaways.
Dig into some spooky slime at a Glow Slime Party on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Space To Play in Elk Grove. Kids will get to make their own slime that will glow under a blacklight. To participate, add on a $5 slime package to general admission.
Head over to Marketplace 99 for a free Halloween Festival on Sunday, October 19, 2025. There will be face painting, a bounce house, games, and more. While this event is free, tickets are required.
Honor those who have served at the Veterans Day Parade in Elk Grove on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. There will be a ceremonial Reading of the Names at 10am. The parade will begin at 11:11am from the Cosumnes CSD Administration Building, and will end at Elk Grove Park. Following the parade, a community picnic open to the public will occur in Elk Grove Park near Veteran's Memorial.
Elk Grove will celebrate hometown native Kyle Larson to honor him winning the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series with a parade on Friday, November 14, 2025. The parade begins at Boulevard Bistro (8941 Elk Grove Blvd) at 12pm and will end at Old Town Plaza where a ceremony with Kyle Larson and his family that's open to the public will take place.
Start out Thanksgiving morning in Elk Grove with the annual Elk Grove Gobble Wobble on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The 5k run/walk supports the nonprofit, Chicks in Crisis. There is also a non-timed kids 1/4 mile fun run.