• California Capital Airshow

    California Capital Airshow
    Mather Airport 10425 Norden Ave, Mather, CA

    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. 

    $66
  • Placer County Farm & Barn Tour

    Placer County CA

    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!

    Free
  • Little Labs (Verge Center for the Arts)

    Verge Center for the Arts 625 S Street, Sacramento, CA

    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. 

    $7
  • Folsom Family Pride

    Folsom City Lions Park 403 Stafford Street, Folsom, CA

    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.

    Free
  • Handblown Glass Pumpkin Patch (Folsom)

    Handblown Glass Pumpkin Patch (Folsom)
    48 Natoma Street Folsom, CA

    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. 

    Free
  • Lodi Pumpkin Harvest Festival

    Lodi Pumpkin Harvest Festival
    Jessie's Grove Winery 1973 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA

    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.

    $15
  • California Capital Airshow

    California Capital Airshow
    Mather Airport 10425 Norden Ave, Mather, CA

    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. 

    $66
  • Grace & The Butterfly Effect

    Grace & The Butterfly Effect
    B Street Theatre 2700 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA

    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+. 

    $29
  • Sacramento Kings Fan Fest

    Golden 1 Center 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA

    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. 

    Free
  • Trunk ‘r Treat (Roseville)

    Mahany Courtyard 1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, CA

    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. 

    Free
  • The Great Trunk-or-Treat (Cameron Park)

    Cameron Park CSD Campus & Pool 2502 Country Club Dr., Cameron Park, CA

    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. 

    Free
  • Harvest Festival & Hotel Transylvania Movie Night

    Sunrise MarketPlace Parking Lot 5900 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA

    Sunrise MarketPlace in Citrus Heights will have a free Harvest Festival & Hotel Transylvania Movie Night on Friday, October 16, 2026. There will be face painting, pumpkin decorating, magic shows, games, activities, and more. An outdoor movie screening of Hotel Transylvania will begin at 7:30pm. Don't forget blankets and chairs for the movie. 

    Free
  • Zoppé Circus (Elk Grove)

    Zoppé Family Italian Circus
    Elk Grove Park 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA, United States

    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.

  • Howl-O-Ween (Belle Cooledge Community Center)

    Belle Cooledge Community Center 5699 S. Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA

    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. 

    Free
  • MeadowBOO! (Pannell Community Center)

    Pannell Meadowview Community Center 2450 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento, CA

    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. 

    Free
  • Evenings in the Park (Rocklin)

    Evenings in the Park (Rocklin)
    Whitney Park 1801 Whitney Ranch Pkwy, Rocklin, CA +1 more

    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. 

    Free
  • Howl-O-Ween Parade & Harvest Festival (Citrus Heights)

    Rusch Community Park 7801 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA

    The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band's Annual Howl-O-Ween Parade & Harvest Festival takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Rusch Community Park. The parade begins at 9am at Grand Oak Elementary School. The Harvest Festival will follow at 10am and include a car show, trunk-or-treat, performances, vendors, music, and more.  

    Free
  • Trick-or-Treat (Elk Grove)

    Space To Play 9683 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Elk Grove, CA

    Trick-or-Treat on Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Elk Grove near Space To Play and The Camp. In addition to trunk or treating there will be sensory activities, a costume parade, and more fun for families at this free Halloween event for kids. 

    Free
  • Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat (UC Davis MIND Institute)

    UC Davis MIND Institute 2825 50th Street, Sacramento, CA

    NOTE: Registration is full for 2026. The Annual UC Davis MIND Institute Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026. This free event will include a trunk-or-treat, cars, games, and fall fun, all in a sensory-friendly environment. While anyone is welcome to attend this inclusive event, it's especially designed for neurodiverse children and their families. This event is free, but pre-registration is required, and it fills up quickly! 

    Free
  • Party in the Park (Heritage Oaks Park)

    Heritage Oaks Park 1300 Lake Washington Blvd., West Sacramento, CA

    Celebrate the Grand Opening of Heritage Oaks Park with a Party in the Park on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Check out the park's new amenities, games, treats, souvenirs, and more at this free community event celebrating the opening of the newest park in West Sacramento. 

    Free
  • Electricity Fair (Folsom Powerhouse)

    Folsom Powerhouse SHP 980 Greenback Lane, Folsom, CA

    The annual SMUD Electricity Fair takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Folsom Powerhouse. Kids will learn about hydropower, and the impact of electricity in our lives, at this free family-friendly event. There will be interactive science activities, solar art, and tours of the Folsom Powerhouse. 

    Free
  • Fall Festival (Arden Park)

    Arden Park 1000 La Sierra Drive, Sacramento, CA

    The Annual Fall Festival at Arden Park will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026. This fall festival will have a large kids zone with a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, carnival games, inflatables, and more.

  • Fall Festival (Bayside Church Granite Bay)

    Bayside Church Granite Bay 8191 Sierra College Blvd, Roseville, CA

    Bayside Church Granite Bay will have a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2026. There will be a pumpkin patch, hay rides, carnival rides, games, and more. $5 admission includes access to all rides and activities. Food and pumpkins are additional purchases. 

    $5
  • Farm City Harvest Festival (Woodland)

    Main Street (Woodland) Woodland, CA

    The inaugural Farm City Harvest Festival will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026 on Main Street in Woodland. There will be family-friendly activities, including bounce houses, a costume exchange, interactive booths, tractor displays, and live entertainment. The festival will celebrate local agricultural. 

    Free