May the 4th Be With You at Space To Play
Celebrate Star Wars Day at Space To Play in Elk Grove on. Monday, May 4, 2026. Wear Star Wars attire to receive $4 admission all day.
Celebrate Star Wars Day at Space To Play in Elk Grove on. Monday, May 4, 2026. Wear Star Wars attire to receive $4 admission all day.
Kids with special needs or sensory needs can enjoy sensory-friendly play at the Sacramento Children's Museum on Monday, May 4, 2026. These monthly 90-minute play sessions have separate registrations for a low cost.
Join All Access Arts for a free Spring Fling on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center. There will be a cookie decorating party, crafts, games, and activities for kids of all ages. This is a free event, but registration is required.
Bring bikes and helmets to a free Family Bike Party on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the North Natomas Community Center parking lot. There will be bike party activities for children ages 3-12 that include a bicycle obstacle course, helmet checks, a traffic circle, free Kona Ice, and more!
The Placer County of Education will have a free Family Math and Science Night for kids of all ages at their Rocklin office. Kids will get to play while also getting free books and activities to take home.
Barnflix 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.
The Rocklin Community Festival will take place for four days from May 7-10, 2026. This free community event will occur in Johnson-Springview Park and have carnival rides, entertainment, vendors, and food. While the festival is free, ride wristbands will need to be purchased.
Fog Willow Farms will have its annual Spring Chicken Family Festival for only three days in 2026 over Mother's Day Weekend, May 8-10, 2026. $12 per person from 9:30am to 6pm. On Mother's Day, moms receive free admission and a small sweet treat.
BerryFest Strawberry Festival is a two-day family-friendly festival in Woodland taking place over Mother's Day Weekend on May 9 & 10, 2026, celebrating the bounty of strawberry season at the Yolo County Fairgrounds.
Kids will love getting close to check out animals at Wildlife Wonders on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Maidu Museum in Roseville. Go wild for animals like raccoons, owls, snakes, and skunks, while participating in animal-themed crafts.
Mission Oaks will have its 5th annual Spring Carnival on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Gibbons Park in Carmichael. There will be many activities for kids of all ages including carnival games, a bubble zone, petting zoo, art zone, crafts, and an obstacle course.
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.
Celebrate Folsom's 80th Birthday Celebration at a free community party on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Folsom City Lions Park. There will be entertainment, carnival games, and lots of family fun. The 1st 500 youth guests will also get free entry to the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.
SMUD MOSAC will have a K-Pop Demon Hunters Laser Show on select Saturdays March to May 2026. Two show times will include 10:30am and 4pm. Museum admission is required for entry, and is an additional $5 for the Laser Show. Online advance purchase of tickets is recommended as shows are likely to sell out.
A free Mother's Day painting session and snack will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the South Davis Montgomery Library. All ages are welcome to attend. Supplies will be provided.
Snuggle with baby goats during the popular Family Goodnight Goats at Spenker Family Farms in Lodi on select dates from February 28 - May 9, 2026. This event is for ages 4+ and children must be accompanied by a paid adult. Help get baby goats to bed by snuggling and reading to them, followed by milk and cookies. Sessions are 30 minutes and will occur at 6pm and 6:30pm.
BerryFest Strawberry Festival is a two-day family-friendly festival in Woodland taking place over Mother's Day Weekend on May 9 & 10, 2026, celebrating the bounty of strawberry season at the Yolo County Fairgrounds.
Pinball fanatics will want to head to Lodi for the Golden State Pinball Festival during the weekend of May 15-17, 2026. There will be hundreds of pinball machines at the festival that will all be set to free play. A kids' tournament will take place each day of the event. Proceeds from the festival also support the wonderful Worlds of Wonder kid's science museum in Lodi.
FoodieLand takes place during the weekend of May 15-17, 2026 at Cal Expo. This family-friendly foodie event will have tons of vendors with a diverse range of cuisines to choose from.
The free Promenade of Mermaids will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026. The family-friendly march will take place in Old Sacramento from 4pm-7pm to kick off the California Mermaid Convention. The march will begin from the Embarcadero in Old Sacramento.

The California Mermaid Convention swims into Rancho Cordova with children's activities taking place on Saturday and Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2026, each day from 10am to 4pm. This is a family-friendly event that includes specific children's programming such as kids swimming with mermaids, and participating in land-based games and treasure hunts.
Kids can take to the miniature Sacramento streets of Safetyville USA to ride their bikes and learn about bike safety at Safetyville Bike Rodeos. Pre-registration for the event is required.
Head to Safetyville USA on Saturday, May 16, 2026 for Maggie's Ride, a free family event where kids can safely learn how to ride bikes
Fly over to Fairytale Town on Saturday, May 16, 2026 for Escape to Neverland Day. There will be games, crafts, and fairies floating around.
Celebrate bees and honey at the annual California Honey Festival at the Yolo County Fairgrounds for two days on Saturday May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026. Taste honey, observe live bees, and participate in family-friendly fun in the Kid Zone. There will be over 100 vendors at the California Honey Festival, along with live music, food, cooking demos, and an educational stage.