Celebrate the 175th birthday of California's Statehood at a free family-friendly block party on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The block party will take place at the California State Capitol in Sacramento. There will be activities for kids, food trucks, music, and a birthday cake. A laser display will occur 30 minutes after sunset.
The 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival will take place on Friday, September 12, 2025 at District 56 in Elk Grove. The festival will have lion dancing, family-friendly crafts, lantern making, and vendors.
Ciao Folsom! takes place on Saturday, September 13, 2025 and celebrates Italian culture with Folsom's sister city, Pieve del Grappa. There will be an Italian-themed market and entertainment at this free family-friendly event. Cultural activities will occur from 11am to 2pm.
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, September 13, 2025 with the theme of Flying Feathered Friends.
Don't miss paddleboarders dressed as Italian gondoliers paddling in the water near Rainbow Bridge on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Spectators will be able to watch the event after the Ciao Folsom! market. The paddle will take place at 10am.
Meet the Machines drives into Rancho Cordova on Saturday, September 13, 2025 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.
Families and kids of all ages are invited to attend Community Clay Day on Saturday, September 13, 2025 in West Sacramento. The event will celebrate the completion of the Fire Station 41 Public Art Bench Project. There will be kid-friendly art activities and light refreshments.
Kids & Trucks revs into Lincoln on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This free touch-a-truck event will take place at McBean Park. Kids will get to climb into trucks and interact with different city vehicles.
The Folsom Powerhouse 130th Anniversary Celebration will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This free event will have STEM-themed exhibits, tours of the Powerhouse, and Junior Ranger activities.
Get ready to dance at Dancing the Globe: A Celebration of Cultural Dance on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at District 56 in Elk Grove. This free event highlights the diversity of different dance styles from around the world.
The Cache Creek Nature Preserve celebrates its 25th Anniversary on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This free celebration will have fun family-friendly events like a touch-a-truck, face painting, a hay ride, and more.
Kids can burst into fun at the free Bubble Bash on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Marketplace at Birdcage in Citrus Heights. There will be bubble stations, a giant foam zone, bubble games and crafts, interactive bubble performances, face painting, balloon twisters, and more. Pre-registration is required for this event.
Wiggle Worms will have a pop-up play session on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Emile "Whitey" Boisclair Park. There will be songs, nature exploration, story time, and lots of play. Sessions are for kids ages 2-9, and a parent or caregiver must be present the whole time.
Kids Fest will take place on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Enchanted Natomas. The free event will support childhood cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. There will be many free activities for families at the festival from slime to a bounce house, character visits, and more.
The Center for Fathers and Families will be hosting Bubble Frenzy on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Elk Grove Regional Park. This community event is free and will have bubble blowing, entertainment, free backpacks (while supplies last), games, and more.
The Sacramento Zoo will have a $10 Community Day on Friday, September 19, 2025.
Hot Moms on the Run celebrates their 1-year anniversary with a Birthday Bash on Friday, September 19, 2025. The morning will have tons of family-friendly that will include movement, and a kids play zone. Sacramento vendors will be on-site with food and drinks available for purchase.
Oktoberfest 2025 at Urban Roots Brewing will take place from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, October 5, 2025. Urban Roots Brewing is one of the best kid-friendly restaurants in Sacramento, and this event is family-friendly.
Arrghh! Pirates, princesses, and mermaids are invited to attend the Buccaneer Ball on Friday, September 19, 2025 at the Sacramento Children's Museum. Prepare for an evening of fun at the museum. Registration is recommended.
Enjoy Ballet in the Park for free in Land Park on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Ballet dancers will take the stage. Bring a blanket and picnic for the performances.
The Great American River Clean-Up (GARCU) takes place on Saturday, September 20, 2025. There will be over 20 American River Parkway locations for clean-up spots. Note that some clean-up spots do have age restrictions, but most are all ages welcoming kids and Boy Scout or Girl Scout troops to participate.
The pumpkin patch at Fowler Ranch in Lincoln will open for the 2025 season on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
The 7th Annual Fun Fair at Southgate Plaza will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This free family event will have activities for kids, games, and free resources for the community that include free health resources, free dental screenings, and free animal care.
Hot Chili & Cool Cars will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Quarry Park & Rocklin Rd. This free annual event will have classic cars and a chili cook-off. There will also be a kids' area, food trucks, and live music.
Little Field Farms pumpkin patch in Loomis returns on Saturday, September 20, 2025.