A free Oki Park Food Truck Night + Outdoor Movie will take place on Friday, September 11, 2026. Food trucks will be on-site from 5pm to 8pm. A movie will follow beginning at 8pm. Bring blankets and chairs.
Families can enjoy free Friday Night Movies every second Friday of the month at Veterans Field in Galt from June to September 2026. Gates open at 6pm and movies begin at dusk.
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.
Families can participate in the free Family Fun at the Lake at Lodi Lake on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 10am to 11am. All ages are welcome. This month's theme is Super Snakes, where kids can paint a wooden toy snake and learn about reptiles.
Celebrate Arnold Lobel, children's author of the beloved Frog and Toad series on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Maidu Library in Roseville. Don a dapper outfit and enjoy a Frog and Toad-themed picnic with tea, biscuits, crafts, and storytime. This event is free from 10am to 11am. No registration required.
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.
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.
Calling all Star Trek fans! A free Trekkie Fan Celebration will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at A Seat at the Table Books in Elk Grove. This event is for all ages. There will be Star Trek books for sale, cosplay, Trekkie trivia, and more.
Have a magical time at the free Fountains Fairytale Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Fountains at Roseville meeting wandering fairytale icons. Kids will get to meet Cinderella, Moana, Rapunzel, and Flynn. Pick up a complimentary treat from the Fountains booth and get a sprinkle of fairy dust when ordering a treat from Salt & Straw.
The Sac-Town Rodeo gallops into Sacramento for two days on Saturday & Sunday, September 12 & 13, 2026. The rodeo will take place at Cal Expo and will have bull riding, bronc riding, and more.
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.
The Sacramento Children's Museum celebrates the role grandparents play at their annual Butterfly Release on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Butterflies are limited and purchasing in advance is required. This will be an outdoor event that will include art projects, activities, vendors, and more. Butterflies are locally sourced and released back into the wild at the event.
Rocklin will honor those who serve on Sunday, September 13, 2026 with a free, family-friendly Patriot Day event at Johnson-Springview Park. There will be a Kidz Zone with rock climbing, a bounce house, face painting, magician, clown, and more. Kids can even get fingerprinted. Emergency responder demonstrations will take place throughout the day. Food vendors will also be on-site.
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.
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.