• Park Party at Murray Homestead Park

    Murray Homestead Park 3700 Amer Way, El Dorado Hills, CA

    A free mid-week Park Party will take place at Murray Homestead Park in El Dorado Hills on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. There will be family-friendly activities and games from 5pm-7pm. 

    Free
  • Trails in Bloom (River District)

    Hanami Line Park 450 Jibboom St, Sacramento, CA

    The free Trails in Bloom community celebration will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Hanami Line Park. The event will celebrate contributions of Japanese Americans in Sacramento. Enjoy live music, have a picnic at the park, and bike along the Two Rivers Bike Trail. 

    Free
  • Kid’s Art Festival (Fair Oaks)

    Fair Oaks Park 11549 Fair Oaks Blvd, Fair Oaks, CA

    A free community Kid's Art Festival will take place in Fair Oaks Park on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11am to 3pm. There will be interactive art stations, an art show, music and dance performances, food trucks, and more.

    Free
  • April Pool’s Day (El Dorado Hills)

    EDH Community Pool 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills, CA

    Enjoy a free day of swimming at Community Pool in El Dorado Hills on Sunday, April 26, 2026 for an April Pool's Day. Learn about swim lessons, birthday parties, and more. 

    Free
  • Children’s Day / Book Day (Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros)

    Mary L Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 E 14th St, Davis, CA

    Celebrate Children's Day / Book Day (Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros) on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at the Mary L Stephens Davis Branch Library. Each child will receive a free "keeper" book. There will be crafts, storytime, and a performance by Cascada de Flores. 

    Free
  • Goal! a Reading World Cup Bilingual Storytime

    Pannell Meadowview Community Center 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento, CA

    As part of Día, kids can enjoy a Bilingual Storytime combining soccer and reading on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the Pannell Community Center in Sacramento. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and movement for children ages 0-5. 

    Free
  • Folsom Pedal Quest

    Folsom Historic District 200 Wool St, Folsom, CA

    Folsom Pedal Quest invites 500 bike riders of all ages to participate in a free self-guided "quest" through the connected bike paths of Folsom on Saturday, May 2, 2026. All ages and abilities are welcome to attend the event. Kids ages 3-6 can participate in the Balance Bike Bash where t hey can pedal on balance bikes through Historic Folsom.

    Free
  • UC Davis California Raptor Center Spring Open House

    California Raptor Center 1340 Equine Lane, Davis, CA

    The UC Davis California Raptor Center has its free, annual Spring Open House on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Kids can see raptors and participate in educational activities at this family-friendly event.

    Free
  • Spring Fling with All Access Arts

    Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center 7833 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA

    Join All Access Arts for a free Spring Fling on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center. There will be a cookie decorating party, crafts, games, and activities for kids of all ages. This is a free event, but registration is required. 

    Free
  • Paint & Snack: Mother’s Day

    South Davis Montgomery Library 1441 Danbury St, Davis, CA

    A free Mother's Day painting session and snack will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the South Davis Montgomery Library. All ages are welcome to attend. Supplies will be provided. 

    Free
  • Diaper Distribution at River City Food Bank

    River City Food Bank - Arden Site 2300 Edison Avenue, Sacramento, CA

    River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, May 11, 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.

    Free
  • California Honey Festival

    California Honey Festival
    Yolo County Fairgrounds 1250 E. Gum Ave., Woodland, CA

    Celebrate bees and honey at the annual California Honey Festival at the Yolo County Fairgrounds for two days on Saturday May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026. Taste honey, observe live bees, and participate in family-friendly fun in the Kid Zone. There will be over 100 vendors at the California Honey Festival, along with live music, food, cooking demos, and an educational stage. 

    Free
  • Big Truck Day (Elk Grove)

    District 56 8230 Civic Center Dr #100, Elk Grove, CA

    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.

    Free
  • International Kids Festival

    William A Carroll Amphitheatre (Land Park) 3901 Land Park Dr, Sacramento, CA

    The annual International Kids Festival is a free outdoor family-friendly festival that will take place in Land Park on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Kids will love the pony rides, train rides, dancing, performances, bounce houses, face painting, and tons more fun. 

    Free
  • Trucktopia in West Sacramento

    Arthur F. Turner Community Library 1212 Merkley Avenue, West Sacramento, CA

    Kids can check out different kinds of trucks for free at the 5th annual Trucktopia on Saturday, May 30, 2026 in West Sacramento.

    Free
  • 2026 CCA Positive Altitude (Event Full)

    Hangar Six - Mather Airport 10425 Norden Ave, Sacramento, CA

    Kids in all grades are welcome to attend the free 2026 CCA Positive Altitude event on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Hangar Six at Mather Airport. It will be an afternoon filled with STEM activities such as getting up close to airplanes, and a luncheon with a NASA keynote speaker. This is a free event, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited. 

    Free
  • Regional Safety Day (Elk Grove)

    Elk Grove Park 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA, United States

    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. 

    Free
  • Summer Kickoff Day at Koobs Nature Area

    Earl J. Koobs Nature Area 5325 Engle Rd, Carmichael, CA

    The Earl J. Koobs Nature Area in Carmichael will have its monthly Public Open Day on Saturday, Saturday June 6, 2026. June's theme is Summer Kickoff Day and will include kid-friendly themed art and science activities.

    Free
  • Summer STEM Fest (Aerospace Museum)

    Aerospace Museum of California 3200 Freedom Park Drive, McClellan, CA

    Fly over to the Aerospace Museum of California for the free SMUD Summer STEM Fest on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Participate in interactive science activities that celebrate wind energy and flight. Tour the museum to see aircraft exhibits and enjoy hands-on experiences. Complimentary food will also be available. No registration required. 

    Free
  • Diaper Distribution at River City Food Bank

    River City Food Bank - Arden Site 2300 Edison Avenue, Sacramento, CA

    River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, June 8, 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.

    Free
  • Schools Out Summer Kickoff (Fair Oaks)

    Gum Ranch Park 5600 Tuckeroo Way, Fair Oaks, CA

    Head to the Gum Ranch Park splash pad in Fair Oaks on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 for a free Schools Out Summer Kickoff party. There will be treats, music, giveaways, and more summer fun. 

    Free
  • Juneteenth Celebration (North Natomas)

    North Natomas Regional Park 4989 Natomas Blvd, Sacramento, CA

    Celebrate Juneteenth on Friday, June 12, 2026 at a free community festival at North Natomas Regional Park. There will be bounce houses for kids, games, live music, vendors, and more. 

    Free
  • Totally Rad 80s Family Fun Festival

    William Land Park 3800 W Land Park Dr, Sacramento, CA

    FosterHope Sacramento will have a free Totally Rad 80s Family Fun Festival on Saturday, June 13, 2026 in William Land Park. There will be games, face painting, activities, and more nostalgic fun. 

    Free
  • Family Day at Safetyville USA

    Safetyville USA 3909 Bradshaw Rd, Sacramento, CA

    Safetyville USA will have a free Family Day on Saturday, June 13, 2025. Resources and information will be available to Sacramento families. Note that Family Day is not a bike event and bike riding will not occur at the event.

    Free
  • Grand Opening of Arcade Creek Park Playgrounds

    Arcade Creek Park 5613 Omni Drive, Sacramento, Ca

    Celebrate the opening of two new Arcade Creek Park playgrounds on Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 11am to 1pm in Sacramento. There will be free burgers for the 1st 100 people, games, face painting, giveaways, and more. 

    Free