• Little Labs at 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, August 9, 2026. Kids will get to do sensory fun art projects.

    $7
  • Reptilian Nation Expo (Roseville)

    Reptilian Nation Expo (Roseville)
    @the grounds 700 Event Center Dr, Roseville, CA

    The Reptilian Nation Expo comes to @the grounds at Roseville on Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9, 2026. There will be thousands of reptiles and educational presentations. Plus, the chance to see alligators, crocodiles, caimans, and other reptiles up close during presentations and photo ops.

    $20
  • Yolo County Fair

    Yolo County Fair
    Yolo County Fairgrounds 1250 E. Gum Ave., Woodland, CA

    The Yolo County Fair takes place for two weeks in 2026, from August 7-9 & 12-16, 2026. The "Hog August Nights" fair has free entry at the gate. Parking is $10 per car.

  • Circus Vargas in Roseville

    Circus Vargas in Roseville
    Westfield Galleria at Roseville 1151 Galleria Blvd., Roseville, CA

    The circus rolls into Roseville. See Circus Vargas from August 6- 31, 2026 at the Westfield Galleria at Roseville. This is a two-hour family-friendly show. Kids under 2 receive free admission (but must sit on an adult's lap). 

  • Diaper Distribution at River City Food Bank

    River City Food Bank - Arden Site 2300 Edison Avenue, Sacramento, CA

    River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, August 10, 2026 at the RCFB Arden-Arcade site from 10:30am to 12pm. 25-50 diapers per household will be distributed. This is a diapers-only distribution. IDs are not required but helpful. Available first-come, first-serve until supplies run out.

    Free
  • South Sacramento Community Free Backpack & School Supplies

    Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center 7833 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA

    Families can pick up a backpack filled with school supplies in a drive-thru at Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 5pm to 7pm. Kids do not need to be present and you must remain in your vehicle. 

    Free
  • Meadowview Backpack Giveaway

    2251 Florin Road Sacramento, CA

    Free backpacks will be provided to the first 500 registered families with school-age children at the Meadowview Backpack Giveaway on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 by the South Sacramento Family Resource Center - Meadowview. Backpacks will be filled with school supplies at 2251 Florin Road from 4pm to 6pm. Registration is required. 

    Free
  • $10 Community Day at Sacramento Zoo

    Sacramento Zoo 3930 W Land Park Dr., Sacramento, CA

    The Sacramento Zoo will have a $10 Community Day on Friday, August 14, 2026. Enjoy the zoo for a discounted admission rate.

    $10
  • Dive-In Movie Friday Night Movie (Galt)

    Friday Night Movies (Galt)
    Gora Aquatic Center 630 Chabolla Ave, Galt, CA

    As part of Friday Night Movies in Galt, there will be a free Dive-In Movie on Friday, August 14, 2026 at the Gora Aquatic Center. The movie Moana will be shown. 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.

    Free
  • DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™

    DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™
    Cal Expo 1600 Exposition Boulevard, Sacramento, CA

    Attention, muggles! A DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™ will light up the Sacramento skies for two summer nights on August 14 & 15, 2026 at Cal Expo. Be amazed at 1,200 drones recreating characters and favorite moments from Harry Potter™ films. Arrive early for themed food and drinks. This show is family-friendly and for all ages. Kids under 3 attend for free. 

  • Councilmember Kaplan’s Back to School Giveaway

    North Natomas Regional Park 4989 Natomas Blvd, Sacramento, CA

    Team Kaplan will be hosting a free backpack giveaway on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at the North Natomas Regional Park Farmers Market. Backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Free school supplies will also be distributed.

    Free
  • National Honey Bee Day (Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary)

    Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary 403 Stafford Street, Folsom, CA

    The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary will be buzzin' on Saturday, August 15, 2026 for National Honey Bee Day. Kids can participate in bee-themed activities while learning about pollinators. There will also be live bee demos. Stop by the honey tasting tables, and don't forget to pick up a jar of honey harvested at the Folsom Zoo.

    $10
  • BBQ in the Beat (Elk Grove)

    Derr-Okamoto Park 9550 Mainline Dr, Elk Grove, CA

    The Elk Grove Police Department hosts BBQ in the Beat on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Derr-Okamoto Park. Enjoy free food and fun at this community event.

    Free
  • Monster Jam at Golden 1 Center

    Monster Jam at Golden 1 Center
    Golden 1 Center 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA

    Monster Jam revs and rolls into Sacramento for two days on August 15 & 16, 2026. The action takes place at the Golden 1 Center. Pit parties will also occur at select shows.

  • Celebrate Natomas 2026

    South Natomas Community Center Park 2921 Truxel Road, Sacramento, CA

    Celebrate Natomas returns on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at South Natomas Community Center. There will be bounce houses and face painting at this free, family-friendly community event. There will also be live music, food vendors, and live performances. 

    Free
  • Sacramento Banana Festival

    Sacramento Banana Festival
    Land Park 3855 East Park Road, Sacramento, CA

    The Sacramento Banana Festival will take place for two days on August 16 & 17, 2025 in Land Park. The Banana Festival is a multicultural family-friendly festival where countries are celebrated that grow bananas. There will be a kids' zone with banana-themed activities, reptile meet & greets, hands-on art activities, a kids' inflatable obstacle course, food featuring bananas, live music, contests and more!

    $10
  • Movies Off the Wall at The Crocker

    Movies Off the Wall at The Crocker
    Crocker Art Museum 216 O Street, Sacramento, CA

    The Crocker Art Museum screens Movies Off the Wall on monthly Thursday evenings the summer. Films will be showed in the museum's outdoor courtyard. This movie series is better for teens and college students. The 2026 movie theme is romantic comedies from the 90s and early 2000s.

    $16
  • Dive-In Movie (Elk Grove)

    Dive-In Movie (Elk Grove)
    Elk Grove Aquatics Center 9701 Big Horn Blvd, Elk Grove, CA

    Splash into an outdoor movie at Dive-In Movie at the Elk Grove Aquatics Center. In 2026, family-friendly movies in the pool will be shown once a month from June to August. The pool opens at 4pm, and the movies begin showing at sunset.

    $8
  • Harry Potter Night at Sacramento River Cats

    Sutter Health Park 400 Ballpark Dr., West Sacramento, CA

    Calling all wizards and muggles: The Sacramento River Cats will have Harry Potter Night on Saturday, August 22, 2026. There will be themed entertainment during the baseball game. Additionally, fireworks will take place after the game.

  • A’s KPop Demon Hunters Night & Giveaway

    Sutter Health Park 400 Ballpark Dr., West Sacramento, CA

    The A's will have a KPop Demon Hunters Night & Giveaway at Sutter Health Park on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Fans arriving early will receive an exclusive A's x KPop Demon Hunters co-branded jersey. 

  • West Sac Rhythm On The River

    Rhythm On The River
    Drakes: The Barn 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CA

    Rock out at Rhythm On The River in West Sacramento! This free family-friendly summer concert series takes place at Drakes: The Barn on the last Thursday of the month from May through August. Each month is a different genre of music. There will be a Family Fun Zone with free children's activities. 

    Free
  • Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm Opening Day

    Bishop's Pumpkin Farm 1415 Pumpkin Lane, Wheatland, CA

    Bishop's Pumpkin Farm opens for the 2026 fall season on Friday, August 28, 2026. Participate in all the fall festive activities at this beloved pumpkin patch near Sacramento.

  • Big Wheels & Mighty Machines (Orangevale)

    Orangevale Community Center Park 6826 Hazel Ave., Orangevale, CA

    Kids can climb into various vehicles, honk horns, and meet operators of Orangevale service vehicles at the free Big Wheels & Mighty Machines on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Orangevale Community Center Park from 9am to 12pm. 

    Free
  • Humpty Dumpty’s Birthday Celebration

    Fairytale Town

    Join Fairytale Town as they celebrate their 67th birthday on Saturday, August 29, 2026. Humpty Dumpty will lead a "Happy Birthday" sing-along at 12pm in the Story Center. There will be photo ops, crafts, and egg-themed games. This event is included with regular museum admission.

    $10