Welcome fall at the free Fall Fest Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the South Natomas Community Center. This outdoor family-friendly celebration will have pumpkin-themed games, face painting, crafts, autumn treats, community resources, and more.
Join Only Sunshine Sanctuary for a free Bunnies & Books storytime at Wild Sisters Book Company on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Families can learn about adopting or fostering rabbits and enjoy an animal-themed children's storytime.
The annual California Capital Airshow returns to Sacramento sooner than usual on Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11, 2026 at Mather Airport. The United States Air Force Thunderbirds & RCAF Snowbirds will perform at this year's show. Expect high-flying aerobatics, aircraft displays, and interactive exhibits. This event is very family-friendly and includes STEM-focused activities and the opportunity to get close to interesting aircraft.
As part of a Dia de Los Muertos series, kids of all ages can create Paper Marigolds in a free workshop on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the Washington Neighborhood Center in Sacramento. Create a bouquet for an ofrenda. This is a free event, but registration is required.
Kids can dive into fall fun by picking a pumpkin from the CSD Community Pool in El Dorado Hills on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Enjoy sweet treats and decorate your pumpkin.
A Seat at the Table bookstore in Elk Grove will be hosting a Dog Man Fan Party on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Meet Dog Man, get your Dog Man books signed, enjoy themed coloring pages, and more.
Jump into a pool of gourds at Splashing Pumpkins on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the Christine Thompson Aquatic Center. Kids can pick a pumpkin from a pool and enjoy Halloween-themed crafts, carnival games, costume contest, pumpkin decorating, a family photo booth, and fall fun.
The 4th annual Woodland Día de Muertos Celebration takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at the Woodland United Methodist Church. There will be Ofrendas, music, food, and more at this free family-friendly community celebration.
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Sacramento at the two-day Saktoberfest on Friday & Saturday, October 9 & 10, 2026. Expect traditional German food, games, live music, kid-friendly activities, and family-friendly fun.
The Annual Sacramento Turn Verein Oktoberfest returns for two days on October 9 & 10, 2026. There will be authentic German food and beer, live music, and dancers. Oktoberfest is family-friendly and will have activities for kids.
NOTE: This event is sold out for 2026. The California Museum will be having a family-friendly Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The event will also celebrate the Grand opening of Sendero de las Almas Luminosas (Path of the Luminous Souls). There will be sugar skull workshops, interactive activities (for ages 3+), Aztec dancers, and more.
Visit various farms on the annual Placer County Farm & Barn tour on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Each farm will have its own experiences and activities for families to check out. Map out. your route and visit one, a few, or as many farms as you want!
Little Labs takes place every second Sunday at Verge Center for the Arts in Sacramento for toddlers. Little Labs will take place on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Kids will get to do sensory fun art projects. To attend, simply pay at the door.
Folsom Family Pride takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Folsom City Lions Park. This family-friendly event will welcome all and celebrate community with activities, arts and crafts, live music, speakers, vendors, and more.
For a unique fall experience, check out the Handblown Glass Pumpkin Patch at 48 Natoma Street in Folsom on Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11, 2026. This free event will display glass pumpkins and fall decor available to purchase. There will also be glassblowing demonstrations and free popcorn.
The Annual Lodi Pumpkin Harvest Festival at Jessie's Grove Winery will take place two days this year on Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11, 2026. There will be gondola rides, train rides, pumpkins, petting zoo, an obstacle course, and more. Tickets purchased before September 15 will include a free pumpkin. Kids 5 and under receive free admission.
The annual California Capital Airshow returns to Sacramento sooner than usual on Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11, 2026 at Mather Airport. The United States Air Force Thunderbirds & RCAF Snowbirds will perform at this year's show. Expect high-flying aerobatics, aircraft displays, and interactive exhibits. This event is very family-friendly and includes STEM-focused activities and the opportunity to get close to interesting aircraft.
As part of the B Street Theatre's family-friendly theatre shows, Grace & The Butterfly Effect will run from September 26 - October 11, 2026. The show runs for 1 hour and 15 minutes with an intermission and is for ages 5+.
Get ready to light the beam! The Annual Sacramento Kings Fan Fest is on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at the Golden 1 Center. Tickets to this event are free (but they go fast!). Kings players will take the basketball court for a practice, there will be family-friendly activities, giveaways, and more.
Kids can participate in Trunk 'r Treat on Friday, October 16, 2026 at the Mahany Fitness Center in Roseville. Come in costume and enjoy trick-or-treating from 5-7pm, then continue the fun at the Spooky Storywalk, which will feature the book Stellaluna by Janell Cannon.
Head to The Little Gym in Elk Grove for Boo Bash on Friday, October 16, 2026. Halloween costumes are encouraged for the evening of games, activities, and Halloween fun. Event is not drop-off and parents must be in attendance.
The Great Trunk-or-Treat 2026 takes place on Friday, October 16, 2026 at the Cameron Park CSD Campus & Pool. This is a free Halloween event for kids that will have a trunk-or-treat, dessert and sweets walk, and costume contest.
The Zoppé Family Italian Circus returns to Elk Grove October 16 - 26, 2026 at Elk Grove Park. Families will delight in seeing Nino the clown in a story featuring mesmerizing acrobatics, equestrians, audience interactions, and much more.
Have a spooky free evening at Howl-O-Ween on Friday, October 16, 2026 at the Belle Cooledge Community Center in Sacramento. Families can enjoy a haunted house, games, costume contests, community resources, and more. This is a free event, but advance registration is required.
Families can attend MeadowBOO!, a free Halloween celebration for all ages on Friday, October 16, 2026 at the Pannell Community Center in Sacramento. This is a free community event.