Cheer on the Sacramento Republic FC on their opening night of the season on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Kickoff begins at 7pm against FC Tulsa at Heart Health Park. The first 1,000 fans in attendance receive a 2026 schedule magnet.
The annual Free Museum Weekend in Sacramento returns on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, 2026. Over 20 museums participate in the event. Pre-registration is required in order to reserve free passes for Free Museum Weekend. Pre-registration opens on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 9am PST.
As part of the B Street Theatre Family Series Stage, Harriet Tubman & The Underground Railroad will run from February 8 - March 8, 2026. The show will highlight the brave work of Harriet Tubman's as the conductor of the Underground Railroad. Performance is intended for ages 5+ and runs for 1 hour and 15 minutes with an intermission.
River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the RCFB Arden site from 10:30am to 12:30pm. This is a diapers-only distribution. Available first-come, first-serve until supplies run out.
The Sacramento Children's Museum will host its annual Shamrock Shimmy for children with special needs on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 5pm to 6:30pm. Children and their families can delight in a night of dancing and museum play. Shamrock Shimmy is $3 and pre-registration is required.
Parents can drop off kids ages 4-12 for a Mad Tea Party-themed night of fun and activities at Fairytale Town on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 5-9pm. Kids will get to do activities, crafts, games, have dinner, and watch a movie while making new friends and participating in entertaining activities.
Head to the Sacramento Zoo for a roar-some Jurassic Party on Saturday, March 14, 2026. There will be movie-inspired vehicles throughout the zoo, and dino-themed food and drinks. The monthly Nature Explorers program at the Sacramento Zoo will also be dinosaur-themed. Kids wearing a paleontologist or dinosaur costume might win a free prize. This event is included with regular zoo admission.
Families can participate in the free Family Fun at the Lake at Lodi Lake on Saturday, March 14, 2026. All ages are welcome. This month's theme is Paint & Pollinators where families can create pollinator-themed art.
Families can attend a free Springtime Eggventure on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the North Sacramento Family Resource Center. There will be an egg hunt, games, crafts, cotton candy, dental screenings, and other resources for families.
Introduce kids to an orchestra at the Family Concert: Young Person's Guide on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. This one-hour concert will feature Benjamin Britten’s beloved The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra and will be narrated by Omari Tau. Another highlight will be the interactive instrument petting zoo after the performance where kids will get to test out various musical instruments.
Families can attend the free North Natomas Kite Festival on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Northlake Community Park. Fly kites, see a model rocket demo, see live performances, and enjoy a day of free kite flying fun.
Don your green and head to the Old Sacramento Waterfront for its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The parade kicks off at 12:30pm.
Celebrate kiddos with March birthdays at a Birthday Babies event on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Space To Play in Elk Grove. There will be a b-day celebration from 2-4pm with a special rate of $10. The celebration will include cupcakes, a birthday certificate from Space To Play, and a b-day coloring project.
The EDH Shamrock Festival will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the El Dorado Hills Town Center. This is a free family-friendly St. Patrick's Day Festival for all to enjoy. There will be live music, including a DJ for kids. Kid-friendly activities include face painting and cotton candy.
Families can enjoy a Pi Day celebration on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven Library. This free event will include playing Bingo starting at 3:14pm, as well as math games.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Elys Play House in Citrus Heights on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Kids will get to go on a gold treasure hunt, see the Heeler sisters, do a paint project, enjoy open play, and will receive a goodie bag.
Kids will be mesmerized by the bubble magic performed by the Amazing Bubble Man (Louis Pearl) in a 70-minute show on Sunday, March 15, 2026 in Davis. Two showtimes will take place at Veterans Memorial Theater at 11:30am and 2pm.
Children ages 3+ can explore the Maidu Museum in Roseville during a sensory-friendly museum day on Monday, March 16, 2026. Learning with Ease is an accessible program for children with needs that will include a calm and interactive way to support children to explore the museum.
Fairytale Town will have a kid-friendly St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 10am to 2pm. Kids can participate in a scavenger hunt to search for a pot of gold. There will also be crafts. Don't forget to wear your green!
The beloved St. Patrick's Day Parade in Auburn will march from Downtown to Old Town on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5:17pm.
The Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers will ride down Sutter Street on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2026 at 6pm, spreading Irish luck through Historic Folsom.
NorCal Resist will have a free food and diaper distribution for those in need in Sacramento on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The distribution will occur at 4641 Marconi Ave in Sacramento from 10am to 12pm.
Celebrate Mr. Rogers and his legacy at Won't You Be My Neighbor Day on Friday, March 20, 2026 at Fairytale Town. Activities will take place inside the Story Center from 11am to 1pm and will include storytime, crafts, and a puppetry workshop.
Enjoy an evening of Glow K-Pop Skate Night on Friday, March 20, 2026 at The Rink in Sacramento. There will be K-Pop playing, giveaways, and more. Two skate sessions will take place from 6-8:30pm and 8-10:30pm.
Wonder PlayZone, the newest indoor playground in the Sacramento area with a co-working space, officially opens in Folsom on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Kids will love exploring the jungle and safari-themed playground for kids ages 0-7.