Families can attend the free United for Learning World Cup Family Event on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Ralph Richardson Center from 11am to 2pm. There will be soccer activities for kids of all ages, a World Cup Semifinal Game watch, learning stations, and resources for back-to-school readiness. No registration required.
Families can enjoy a free North Sac Music in the Park performance on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Sacramento Police and Sheriff's Memorial at Woodlake Park. The Sacramento Philharmonic will put on a free performance from 5pm to 7:30pm. Bring blankets and chairs! No registration required.
Downtown Sacramento will have a National Night Out community celebration on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This free event will have family-friendly activities, the chance to interact with law enforcement and first responders, and the first 20 attendees ill receive a complimentary Kona ice treat.
Join Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. There will be games, giveaways, free food, and more from 5pm to 7pm.
A National Night Out celebration will take place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at North Natomas Regional Park. There will be bounce houses, games, balloon making, live music, and community resources at this free event.
Southgate Recreation & Park District will have a free National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Florin Creek Park from 5pm to 8pm. There will be family-friendly activities, free food, entertainment, and community resources.
A National Night Out Pool Party will take place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Grant High School Pool in Del Paso Heights. There will be free food, games, a clown, free school supplies, and free swimsuits.
Southgate Recreation & Park's District free annual Movie in the Park series returns on various Tuesday and Thursday summer evenings in 2026. Each movie will be shown at a different park. Arrive early at 6pm for kid-friendly activities from the R.E.C. Van, games, and crafts. Movies will begin playing at sunset.
The Food Literacy Center will have monthly First Fridays in Oak Park from June to August at 3428 3rd Avenue. There will be a free kids farmers market, free popcorn, and family-friendly activities from 5pm to 8pm while supplies last.
Head to North Natomas Regional Park for a free community AAPI Celebration on Friday, August 7, 2026. There will be kids activities, food trucks, lion dancers, a hula performance, vendors, and more cultural performances.
The Annual Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026. This free festival that celebrates Japanese food and culture will take place at the Buddhist Church of Sacramento. There will be games for kids at the event.
River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, August 10, 2026 at the RCFB Arden-Arcade site from 10:30am to 12pm. 25-50 diapers per household will be distributed. This is a diapers-only distribution. IDs are not required but helpful. Available first-come, first-serve until supplies run out.
NorCal Resist will have a free food and diaper distribution for those in need in Sacramento on Friday, August 21, 2026. The distribution will occur at Grace Lutheran Church from 10am to 12pm.
Rock out at Rhythm On The River in West Sacramento! This free family-friendly summer concert series takes place at Drakes: The Barn on the last Thursday of the month from May through August. Each month is a different genre of music. There will be a Family Fun Zone with free children's activities.
Watch a movie with a root beer float at the free Floats & Flicks on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Freedom Park in North Highlands. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be shown. There will also be games and crafts.
The much-anticipated emPOWERment Park in Sacramento will have its Grand Opening on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 9am to 11am. The first 200 attendees will receive free snow cones. This is a socially inclusive and sensory-integrated playground.
Families can kick off Labor Day Weekend at the free Family Fun Fest on Friday, September 4, 2026 at Nugget Fields in Davis. This beloved community tradition will have face painting, games, music, and family fun during a Friday evening.
Watch Sacramento artists create vibrant art on the sidewalks of Midtown with chalk art at Chalk It Up over Labor Day Weekend in Fremont Park. This free, three-day festival returns over Labor Day Weekend from September 5-7, 2026. This family-friendly festival will have live music, vendors, and food.
Watch Sacramento artists create vibrant art on the sidewalks of Midtown with chalk art at Chalk It Up over Labor Day Weekend in Fremont Park. This free, three-day festival returns over Labor Day Weekend from September 5-7, 2026. This family-friendly festival will have live music, vendors, and food.
Families can enjoy free Friday Night Movies every second Friday of the month at Veterans Field in Galt from June to September 2026. Gates open at 6pm and movies begin at dusk.
Celebrate culture and fun with complimentary noodle dishes and ice cream inspired by different Asian traditions at the free Mid-Autumn Noodle Festival on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Stroll beneath lantern displays and enjoy moments shared around the table.
La Familia Counseling Center will have a free Health & Safety Fair on Friday, September 18, 2026 at La Familia’s Maple Neighborhood Center. There will be kids' activities, a diaper distribution, food, beverages, and more.
The 8th Annual Fun Fair at Southgate Plaza will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This free family event will have activities for kids, a petting zoo, games, and free resources for the community that include free health resources, free dental screenings, and free animal care.
The Placer Nature Center will celebrate it's 35th Anniversary on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Expect games, wild birds, plant walks, nature talks, and more.
Head to the free Meadowview Bock Party at the Meadowview Certified Farmers Market on Sunday, September 27, 2026. There will be free face painting, free haircuts, and more at this family-friendly event for all ages.