Kids can meet working dogs in the Sacramento region during the annual free Dogs with Jobs event at the Sacramento Children's Museum on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This is a free event! Advance registration is recommended as this event fills up.
Nature Explorers is a monthly, open play, drop-in program at the Sacramento Zoo that includes sensory play, interactive activities, nature observation, and more on the first Saturday of every month, all year. The theme changes each month. Nature Explorers takes place from 10am to 2pm behind the restroom near The Okapi Trail, and is included with regular zoo admission.
Do your kids love Daniel Tiger? You'll want to check out Be My Neighbor Day!, a free event inspired by Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at PBS KVIE in Sacramento. While this is a free event, registration is required.
Celebrate Día de los Niños on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the South Davis Montgomery Library. Each child will receive a free "keeper" book. There will be crafts, storytime, and a performance by Mariachi Los Claveles.
Kids Day: Books & Buds will be a day of garden fun and stories on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Sacramento History Museum in Old Sacramento. There will be stories read by local authors, and hands-on activities that include planting seeds and making bookmarks. Each child will get to take home a free book while supplies last.
The Hive in Yolo County's Woodland will have a free family-friendly Nature Day on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 11am to 5pm. Expect fun hands-on activities from beekeepers, farmers, conservationists, horticulturists, and interactive workshops.
Join A Seat at the Table Books for a free author storytime with Kimberly Biddle on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:30am. She will be reading As You Are, a hope for black sons. This event is perfect for spreading joy and empowering black families. While this is a free event, registration is requested.
As part of Día, kids can enjoy a Bilingual Storytime combining soccer and reading on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Central Library in Sacramento. Kids will receive a free book and create their own soccer-themed accessories at this free event.
SMUD MOSAC will have a K-Pop Demon Hunters Laser Show on select Saturdays in March and April 2026. Two show times will include 10:30am and 4pm. Museum admission is required for entry, and is an additional $5 for the Laser Show. Online advance purchase of tickets is recommended as shows are likely to sell out.
The Sacramento River Cats will be having a Toy Story Jersey Night on Saturday, April 11, 2026 versus the the Las Vegas Aviators. Players will wear a Toy Story jersey and the stadium will have Pixar-themed fun. It's also a fireworks Saturday night game.
Little Labs takes place every second Sunday at Verge Center for the Arts in Sacramento for toddlers. Little Labs will take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Kids will get to do sensory fun art projects.
Sacramento Splash will host a Vernal Pool Flower Walk in Mather on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Explore the Vernal Pools at their peak.
The Crest Theater will be showing Disney's family favorite, The Lion King, on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The movie will begin playing at 1pm. Tickets are $5.
A Princess & Me Royal Tea will take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at the Sotherton Tea Room in Lincoln. There will be treats, tea, and a meet-and-greet with this month's princess (Elsa). Reservations must be made by phone at (530)-305-4152.
A Princess & Me Royal Tea will take place on select Sundays in April 2026 at the Sotherton Tea Room in Lincoln. There will be treats, tea, and a meet-and-greet with this month's princess (Elsa). Reservations must be made by phone at (530)-305-4152.
The Sacramento Ballet Second Company’s Peter Rabbit is a family-friendly 55-minute performance on Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12, 2026 at McClatchy High School Auditorium. The performance will follow the adventures of Peter Rabbit and introduce ballet to children of all ages.
River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, April 13, 2026 at the RCFB Arden-Arcade site from 10:30am to 12:30pm. 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.
The annual Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day takes place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The Ben & Jerry's in Folsom is the only location in the Sacramento area to enjoy this free treat from 12pm to 8pm.
Roseville Utilities will have its annual free Earth Night community event on Thursday evening, April 16, 2026. This Earth Day celebration pays tribute to innovation and sustainability while introducing ways to make a positive impact in the community.
As part of Día, kids can enjoy a Bilingual Storytime combining soccer and reading on Friday, April 17, 2026 at the Galt - Marian O. Lawrence Library. Kids will receive a free book and create their own soccer-themed accessories at this free event.
NorCal Resist will have a free food and diaper distribution for those in need in Sacramento on Friday, April 17, 2026. The distribution will occur at the Japanese United Methodist Church on Franklin Blvd in Sacramento from 10am to 12pm.
Celebrate Día de los Niños on Friday, April 17, 2026 at the Winters Community Library. Each child will receive a free "keeper" book. There will be crafts, storytime, and a performance by Magician Jon Lopez.
Youth ages 12-24 can attend the free NorCal Arts Sactown Youth Nights on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Will C. Wood Middle School. This arts jam will include free food, art stations, an open mic, games, culture, skill-building, and more. This is a free event but pre-registration is required.
A Kids Carnival and Magic Show that benefits the RiteCare Childhood Language Center of Sacramento will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Sacramento Scottish Rite. This is a family-friendly event that directly benefits the RiteCare Childhood Language Center of Sacramento that provides speech-language therapy at no cost to families.
Catch a free outdoor movie at Evenings in the Park at various parks in Rocklin in 2026. In addition to a free movie, there will also be bounce houses, a chalk walk, and a bubble station. Event begins at 6pm and movies start at dusk.