Li'l Sprouts in the Garden is a multi-sensory experience for toddlers ages 3-5 at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova. There are multiple sessions, each with different theme. This session will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025 with the theme of Lovely Fall Leaf Fun.
Li'l Sprouts in the Garden is a multi-sensory experience for toddlers ages 3-5 at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova. There are multiple sessions, each with different theme. This session will take place on Saturday, November 22, 2025 with the theme of Farm Animal Friends Art Day.
Kids can participate in wreath making at Soil Born Farms on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Kids will get to search around the farm that they can use in natural wreaths they'll create. This program is for kids ages 6-11.
Bring a canned food or pantry item donation to support local Sacramento area families to receive free open play at Safetyville USA on December 9 & 10, 2025. These two hour events will also include complimentary hot cocoa and cookies.
Li'l Sprouts in the Garden is a multi-sensory experience for toddlers ages 3-5 at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova. There are multiple sessions, each with different theme. This session will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025 with the theme of Twigs, Tea, and Everything in Between.
Chug along the tracks of the Sacramento Valley Live Steamers for the Santa Train in Rancho Cordova during the 1st and 2nd weekend of December 2025. The train will take families to Santa's Oasis where children will get to meet and take photos with Santa. Bring a letter to Santa with a return address! Kids 2 and under are free.
Enjoy A Fresh Aire Holiday Concert with the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band on Sunday, December 14, 2025. This free holiday concert will have the music of Manheim Steamroller and features the Cordova High School Choir.
The Live Nativity in Rancho Cordova takes place from December 12-14, 2025. Free reservations are encouraged but not required. This is an outdoor event that's wheelchair accessible. Walking journeys begin every 15 minutes. Last presentation takes place at 8pm.
Thanks to First Five Sacramento, families with children 5 years old and under receive free admission to the Sacramento Children's Museum on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Museum hours will be extended from 10am to 6pm.
The Family Resource Center (FCCP) will have a free Love Bug Craft Party for families with children ages 0-11 on Thursday, February 5, 2026 in Rancho Cordova. Families will get to create handmade gifts for family and friends.
Kids can will hike to Cordova Creek as part of the Just For Kids program as Soil Born Farms on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Kids will get to explore along the creek, sing songs, and play games on this adventure. This program is for kids ages 6-11. Bring waterproof shoes.
Hagan Community Barn in Rancho Cordova will have a family-friendly Valentine's Party on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Families can exchange Valentine's cards with the barn animals.
Li'l Sprouts in the Garden is a multi-sensory experience for toddlers ages 3-5 at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova. There are multiple sessions, each with different theme. This session will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026 with the theme of Wonderful Water.
Li'l Sprouts in the Garden is a multi-sensory experience for toddlers ages 3-5 at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova. There are multiple sessions, each with different theme. This session will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026 with the theme of Plant Part Palooza.
123 Andrés, a Grammy-winning musical group, will perform a free children's concert on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Rancho Cordova Library. Kids can sing and dance as the energetic concert is performed in English and Spanish.
Kids ages 5+ can participate in a Painting Party at Hagan Community Barn in Rancho Cordova on Saturday, March 7, 2026. While painting, kids can visit animals at the barn.
Head over to Hagan Community Barn in Rancho Cordova for a Barnyard Garden Party on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This event is for ages 5+. Meet animals and decorate a potted plant to take home. Pre-registration is required.
Kids will learn about berries on the farm and get to taste them. They'll also make a 3-D strawbery and berry to reproduce at home. This program is for kids ages 6-11.
Kids who love video games will want to head to the free 2026 Video Game Expo on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Rancho Cordova City Hall. The 1st 50 children to attend will receive a free Disney Lorcana TCG Deck Box. Expect Mario Kart tournaments, a golf simulator, check out a retro video game console exhibit, meet local developers, and come in cosplay.
Climb aboard a mini steam train that chugs through Hagan Community Park in Rancho Cordova every first weekend of the month from March through September. Train rides take place on Saturday & Sunday from 11am to 3pm; weather permitting.
The California Mermaid Convention swims into Rancho Cordova with children's activities taking place on Saturday and Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2026, each day from 10am to 4pm. This is a family-friendly event that includes specific children's programming such as kids swimming with mermaids, and participating in land-based games and treasure hunts.
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.
For just $1, families can enjoy a themed Family Swim Night on Friday, June 26, 2026 at the Cordova Community Pool. This week's theme will be mermaids and pirates. There will be games and family fun.
If you missed the Rancho Cordova 4th of July drone show, a free Encore Flight will take place on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 9:30pm at the San Juan Soccer Club field.
Meet the Machines drives into Rancho Cordova on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Hagan Community Park. This free touch-a-truck event will have over 20 machines and vehicles for families to check out. There will be additional activities such as games, giant slides, and more.