Oktoberfest Celebration (Galt)
A family-friendly Oktoberfest will occur at the Galt Saturday Market on Saturday, October 3, 2026. There will be family fun, live music, giveaways, and more.
Free
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- Galt Saturday Market 4th & C Street, Galt, CA
Wellness Festival (Fairytale Town)
Fairytale Town 3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CAFairytale's Town Wellness Festival takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026. A highlight is FREE admission for all from 9am to 11am. The day will include fitness fun and games, healthy eating tips, snack ideas, and more to highlight healthy living. Kids are encouraged to bring a stuffed friend to the Dignity Health and Western Health Advantage Teddy Bear Clinic.
Impossible Acres Pumpkin Patch Opening Day
Impossible Acres 37945 County Rd. 31, Davis, CAImpossible Acres in Davis will open their pumpkin patch for the season on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Note that this is an approximate date so opening date is subject to change.
Koobs Nature Area Public Open Day
Earl J. Koobs Nature Area 5325 Engle Rd, Carmichael, CAThe Earl J. Koobs Nature Area in Carmichael will have its monthly Public Open Day on Saturday, October 3, 2026. October's theme is Spooky Animal Day and will include kid-friendly themed art and science activities.
FreeMaker Faire Rocklin
Sierra College 5100 Sierra College Blvd., Rocklin, CASpark curiosity and attend Maker Faire Rocklin on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Sierra College in Rocklin. Families can check out inventions and creations of local makers at this free event.
FreeLoomis Fruit Shed Fest
Historic Loomis Train Depot Plaza 5775 Horseshoe Bar Rd, Loomis, CAThe Loomis Fruit Shed Fest takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in downtown Loomis at the Historic Train Depot Plaza. The free family-friendly festival celebrates orchards and fruit sheds that built Loomis into what it is. Expect family activities, live music, vendor, and more.
FreeElk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival
Elk Grove Park 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA, United StatesThe Annual Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival returns the first weekend in October on October 3 & 4, 2026. This fall festival is a yearly staple at Elk Grove Park. A highlight is the Pumpkin Regatta where pumpkin growers race in canoes made out of giant pumpkins they grew. The pumpkins are then dropped from a crane and make a big splash into the lake. It's a fun and exciting way to celebrate fall.
¡Latino! Aguacate Music Kids
Southgate Library 6132 66th Ave, Sacramento, CATo celebrate Latino Heritage Month, Aguacate Music Kids will be doing a free performance on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the Southgate Library for kids of all ages. Sing, play instruments, dance, and more.
FreeHoes Down Harvest Festival
Full Belly Farm 6090 County Road 43, Guinda, CAThe Hoes Down Harvest Festival will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Full Belly Farm. Hoes Down is an annual fundraiser hosted by EcoFarm to educate about farming. The festival will have interactive farming activities such as milking a cow, seasonal cooking, pruning trees, and a children's area with activities ranging from arts and crafts, puppet shows, farm animals, and more.
$70Fall Festival (Viña Castellano)
Viña Castellano Estate Vineyard & Winery 4590 Bell Road, Auburn, CAFamilies can head to Viña Castellano in Auburn for their Fall Festival on Saturday & Sunday, October 3 & 4, 2026. Kids will be able to enjoy a Kids Zone, a farm animal experience, and fall fun while parents relax with a glass of wine. There will be wood-fired pizza and live music.
Dia de Los Muertos Programming: Plaster Masks
Washington Neighborhood Center 400 16th St, Sacramento, CAJoin The Washington Neighborhood Center for Dia de Los Muertos Programming: Plaster Masks on Saturday, October 3, 2026. This is a free program for all ages. Kids should dress for mess and will create a personal mask made of plaster. While this is a free event, pre-registration is required.
FreeFolsom Foam & Bubble Party
Glenn Drive at Riley Street and E. Bidwell Street Folsom, CAFolsom will be bursting with fun at the Folsom Foam & Bubble Party on Saturday, October 3, 2026. This free, family-friendly event will also have face painting, balloon twisting, and more in the Folsom Central & Folsom Faire Shopping Centers.
FreeBallet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
The Sofia 2700 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CABallet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show illuminates Sacramento on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at The Sofia. Dancers will be aglow as they bring the fairytale of Sleeping Beauty to the stage with glowing costumes.
Trunk-or-Treat at Lucky’s Drive-In
Lucky's Drive-In 2565 Franklin Blvd, Sacramento, CAKids can enjoy a free trunk-or-treat at Lucky's Drive-In in Sacramento on Saturday, October 3, 2026. It's also Lucky's 2-year anniversary. There will be classic cars and a kids costume contest.
FreeThe Wonder Grove: Wiggle Worms
Elkhorn Park 820 Cummins Way, West Sacramento, CAWiggle Worms is a free monthly play group for ages 1-9, hosted by The Wonder Grove in West Sacramento for kids to play outside in nature. Each month has a different theme. The next Wiggle Worms is Whimsical Woodland Adventures and will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Elkhorn Park in West Sacramento from 9:30am to 11:30am. No registration required.
FreeFall Festival at The Flower Farm
The Flower Farm Gift Shop 9280 Horseshoe Bar Road, Loomis, CAThe Flower Farm Gift Shop in Loomis will have a free Fall Festival on Sunday, October 4, 2026. There will be a pumpkin patch, flower field, live music, vendors, and more.
FreeWorld Animal Day at Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary 403 Stafford Street, Folsom, CACelebrate World Animal Day on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. There will be interactive activities for kids, informational tables, and more. Regular zoo admission rates apply.
$10CalCenter’s Backyard Party
California State Capitol 10th Street and N Street, Sacramento, CACalCenter will have a Backyard Party on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at the California State Capitol West Steps. This is a free, family-friendly event that will mobilize young leaders and advocates. There will be games, resources, activities, vendors, and more. This is a free event, but RSVP is required.
FreeWOW For All Day (Lodi)
World of Wonders Science Museum 2 N Sacramento St, Lodi, CAWorld of Wonder Science Museum (WOW) in Lodi will have free all-day admission for all on select Sundays in 2026.
FreeFree Family Storytime (Elk Grove)
A Seat at the Table 9257 Laguna Springs Drive, Elk Grove, CAFamilies can enjoy a free storytime at A Seat at the Table Books in Elk Grove on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Two Halloween-themed books will be read by an author who can do voices. A craft will follow storytime. This event is open to all ages.
FreeGrace & The Butterfly Effect
B Street Theatre 2700 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CAAs part of the B Street Theatre's family-friendly theatre shows, Grace & The Butterfly Effect will run from September 26 - October 11, 2026. The show runs for 1 hour and 15 minutes with an intermission and is for ages 5+.
$29Barnflix at Drake’s: The Barn
Drakes: The Barn 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CABarnflix is a free outdoor movies series at Drake's: The Barn in West Sacramento taking place the first Wednesday of the month in 2026 from May to October. While all ages are welcome, this movie series is particularly good for teens.
FreeSaktoberfest (Cal Expo)
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Sacramento at the two-day Saktoberfest on Friday & Saturday, October 9 & 10, 2026. Expect traditional German food, games, live music, kid-friendly activities, and family-friendly fun.
$12Sacramento Turn Verein Oktoberfest
Sacramento Turn Verein 3349 J St, Sacramento, CAThe Annual Sacramento Turn Verein Oktoberfest returns for two days on Friday & Saturday, October 9 & 10, 2026. There will be authentic German food and beer, live music, and dancers. Oktoberfest is family-friendly and will have activities for kids.
$25UC Davis California Raptor Center Fall Open House
California Raptor Center 1340 Equine Lane, Davis, CAThe UC Davis California Raptor Center will have its free annual Fall Open House on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 9am to 3pm. This family-friendly event will include hands-on educational experiences while getting to see some of the raptors up close, on the gloves of ambassadors.
Free