Circus Vargas comes to town in Folsom at Lakeside Church from September 4-21, 2026. The two-hour family-friendly will include aerialists and mesmerizing performances. Kids under 2 receive free admission.
The Annual Lodi Grape Festival returns for four days from September 17-20, 2026. There will be carnival rides, entertainment, food, and so much more. Carnival rides are an additional cost from admission fees.
The most famous circus comes to town! Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus put on the greatest show on earth from September 17-20, 2026 at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.
All aboard for one of the most popular holiday events in Sacramento for kids! Tickets for the California Railroad Museum's annual and beloved 2026 The Polar Express train ride go on sale to the general public on Friday, September 18, 2026. You'll want to act fast on these tickets as they sell out quickly!
Oktoberfest 2026 at Urban Roots Brewing will take place from Friday, September 18 to Sunday, October 4, 2026. Urban Roots Brewing is one of the best kid-friendly restaurants in Sacramento, and this event is family-friendly.
Cool Patch Pumpkins in Dixon opens for the season on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Take on one of the world's largest corn mazes near Sacramento.
Meet the Machines drives into Rancho Cordova on Saturday, September 19, 2026 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.
The family-friendly Butterfly Fest at The Secret Garden returns to Elk Grove on September 12-13 and September 19-20, 2026. Lifecycle Tours will take place each day at 11am. There will be face painting for kids and a coloring table. The Secret Garden also has scavenger hunts for kids. This is a free event and an RSVP is not required.
Little Field Farms pumpkin patch in Loomis returns on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
The Flower Farm Pumpkin Patch in Loomis opens for the fall season on Saturday, September 19, 2026. In addition to a pumpkin patch, they'll also have a u-pick flower field to pick bouquets.
Dave's Pumpkin Patch in West Sacramento opens for the season on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Enjoy the Cornival, pony rides, jumping pillow, and apple cider cinnamon donuts.
Space To Play in Elk Grove will have a special Dino Day on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Little dino lovers will get to dig for fossils, get face painting, and have a meet and greet with a baby dinosaur.
The Annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival returns on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The family-friendly festival will have a kids' zone, live music, chicken decorating contest, food trucks, and more!
Families can enjoy a free Mid Autumn Moon Festival on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Mary L Stephens Davis Branch Library in Davis. There will be crafts for kids, calligraphy, traditional music, and mooncake tastings will be available while supplies last.
Fall Family Fest will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Vernon Street Town Square in Roseville. This free fall festival will have tons of fun activities for kids including a Big Trucks Zone with large trucks to explore, interactive activities, and live performances.
The Placerville Oktoberfest & El Dorado County Harvest Festival takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Historic Main Street in Placerville. This free, family-friendly event will have a family fun zone with carnival games, corn hole, Highland Cows, pretzels, fall fun, and lots of food.
Say goodbye to the summer at the EDH Summer Fest on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Community Park in El Dorado Hills. There will be tons of family fun, including carnival games, face painting, a petting zoo, rides, inflatables, live music, food vendors, and more.
Arrghh! Pirates, princesses, and mermaids are invited to attend the Buccaneer Ball on Saturday, September 19, 2026 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 19, 2026. Ballet dancers will take the stage. Bring a blanket and picnic for the performances.
Enjoy free Movies in the Park in Central Park in Davis during Saturdays in September from September 12-26, 2026. Movies in the Park are free for anyone. Bring chairs and blankets.
Kids ages 4-15 can participate in an obstacle race at Fairytale Town on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Obstacles over and through Fairytale Town's notable play structures will be a whole new way to experience this beloved Land Park attraction.
CrockerCon takes place on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at the Crocker Art Museum. This free family festival will celebrate cartoons, comics, and pop culture. Come to CrockerCon in cosplay, interact with comic book creators, and explore over 60 exhibitors.
Family Fall Festival takes place on Sunday, September 20, 2026 on Stirling Park Drive & Rod Beaudry Drive near the entrance of River Bend Park in Sacramento. This free fall festival will have nature walks, live music, arts and crafts, a live bird show, and more. Free lunch and beverages will also be provided.
Dueling Dogs Brewing Co. in Lincoln will have its Annual Fall Fest on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Fall Fest will kick off the opening of the Dora Dain Farms pumpkin patch, Spooky Trail, and Haunted Hop Field. There will be live music, a stein holding contest, vendors, pizza, food trucks, and more.
California Is My Home is hosting a free Mid-Autumn Moon Festival on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at District 56 in Elk Grove. There will be cultural performances, a festive parade, family-friendly activities, food, and more.