Community Appreciation Day (California Museum)
All visitors will get FREE admission to the California Museum on Sunday, August 30, 2026 for Community Appreciation Day. Pre-registration is not required for entry.
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Events
- California Museum 1020 O Street Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
Circus Vargas in Roseville
Westfield Galleria at Roseville 1151 Galleria Blvd., Roseville, CAThe 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).
Barnflix 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.
Free$10 Community Day at Sacramento Zoo
Sacramento Zoo 3930 W Land Park Dr., Sacramento, CAThe Sacramento Zoo will have a $10 Community Day on Friday, September 4, 2026. Visit the Sacramento Zoo at a discounted rate.
$10SacAnime (Summer)
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center 1301 L St,, Sacramento, CASacAnime Summer will be in Sacramento for three days from September 4-6, 2026 at SAFE Credit Union convention Center. This is a family-friendly event with activities for all ages including gaming and cosplay.
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, September 5, 2026. September's theme is Wiggly Worm & Caterpillar Day and will include kid-friendly themed art and science activities.
FreeMid-Autumn Lantern-Making Workshop
Tea Again 9688 Bruceville Rd #102, Elk Grove, CAKids of all ages can participate in a free Mid-Autumn Lantern-Making Workshop at Tea Again Cafe in Elk Grove on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The free workshop takes place from 11am to 1pm. Kids will color and assemble their own lanterns to take home, and they'll even light up.
FreeCircus Vargas (Folsom)
Lakeside Church 745 Oak Ave Pkwy, Folsom, CACircus 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.
Kids Fest (Enchanted Natomas)
Enchanted Natomas 3291 Truxel Rd #3, Sacramento, CAKids Fest will take place on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Enchanted Natomas. The free event will support childhood cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. There will be many free activities for families at the festival like sensory art activities, character visits, and more.
FreeChalk It Up
Fremont Park 1515 Q Street, Sacramento, CAWatch Sacramento artists create vibrant art on the sidewalks of Midtown with chalk art at Chalk It Up over Labor Day Weekend in Fremont Park. This free, three-day festival returns over Labor Day Weekend from September 5-7, 2026. This family-friendly festival will have live music, vendors, and food.
FreeNational Read a Book Day (Elk Grove)
Space To Play 9683 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Elk Grove, CALittle bookworms can celebrate National Read a Book Day on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Space To Play in Elk Grove. There will be books and crafts.
$17California Admission Day Celebration
California State Capitol 10th Street and N Street, Sacramento, CACalifornia Admission Day Celebration marks the anniversary of California Statehood on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 on the west steps of the State Capitol Building with cake and ice cream while supplies last. There will also be live music from the 1850s performed by the Capitol's ukulele group at this free, family-friendly event.
FreeWest Wind Drive-In Free Movie Night
West Wind Drive-In 9616 Oates Dr, Sacramento, CACatch a free drive-in movie at the West Wind Drive-In in Sacramento on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Gates open at 6pm and movies begin at 8pm. $2 nachos will be available, along with activities such as bounce houses, face painters, a balloon artist, and an obstacle course.
FreeFriday Night Movies (Galt)
Veterans Field 900 Caroline Avenue, Galt, CAFamilies 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.
FreeButterfly Fest at The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden 8450 W Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CAThe 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.
FreeNature Explorers at Sacramento Zoo
Sacramento Zoo 3930 W Land Park Dr., Sacramento, CANature 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.
Fountains Fairytale Day (Roseville)
Fountains at Roseville 1013 Galleria Blvd, Roseville, CAHave 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.
FreeGrandparents’ Day Butterfly Release
Sacramento Children's Museum 2701 Prospect Park, Rancho Cordova, CAThe 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.
Lodi Grape Festival
Lodi Grape Festival Grounds 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CAThe 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.
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Golden 1 Center 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CAThe 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.
The Polar Express Train Ride Tickets Go On Sale
California State Railroad Museum 125 I St, Sacramento, CAAll 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!
Urban Roots Brewing Oktoberfest 2026
Urban Roots Brewing & Smokehouse 1322 V St., Sacramento, CAOktoberfest 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 Opening Day
Cool Patch Pumpkins 6150 Dixon Ave West, Dixon, CACool 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 (Rancho Cordova)
Hagan Community Park 2197 Chase Dr, Rancho Cordova, CAMeet 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.
FreeLittle Field Farms Pumpkin Patch Opening Day
Little Field Farms 9000 Horseshoe Bar Road, Loomis, CALittle Field Farms pumpkin patch in Loomis returns on Saturday, September 19, 2026.