For one of the best free photos with Santa in Sacramento, head to Santa's Christmas Cottage in Historic Folsom next to the ice rink. Take photos with your own camera and enjoy this festive atmosphere with Santa, Mrs Claus, Rudolph, and other holiday characters. Santa's Christmas Cottage is open in 2025 on Friday and Saturday evenings in December from 6-9pm.
Climb aboard the Placerville & Sacramento Valley Railroad (PSVRR) for Santa's Whistlestop Adventure from Oak Station to Willow Springs the first three weekends in December 2025. A rail motorcar trip will take passengers to meet Santa. There will also be additional activities for kids and refreshments.
Pamela Hayes Classical Ballet presents The Nutcracker on December 19-21, 2025 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. A dress rehearsal will occur on Thursday, December 18, 2025 with reduced tickets for $30 that the public may attend.
Wild Nights and Holiday Lights returns to the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary in December 2025. The zoo is transformed into a holiday wonderland with tons of twinkling lights. The Folsom Valley Railway miniature train also provides nighttime rides through holiday lights.
Go ice skating under the sparkling Christmas tree and festive atmosphere at Rudolph's Christmas Party on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at the Historic Folsom ice rink.
Glide into 2026 at a Rockin' New Year's Eve Party at the Historic Folsom ice rink on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The day will include a 12pm Noon Year's Eve Celebration, 6pm & 8pm figure skating shows, and an 8pm ball drop party.
BusyKids in Folsom will have its annual Noon Year's Eve Party on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Kids will enjoy a countdown with confetti and balloons. There will be crafts, treats, and open play.
Dance your way into 2026 at a Kids NYE Silent Disco on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Uncle Charlie's Firehouse & Brew in Folsom. For $15, kids will receive pizza and get to enjoy a silent disco party during the day on New Year's Eve.
Dave & Buster's Folsom will have a family-friendly early NYE celebration on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 from 4-7pm. The celebration will include an appetizer banquet, mini churros, ginger ale toast, unlimited video game play, and a $20 power card.
Ice skate with princesses at a Princess Party on Ice on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the Historic Folsom ice rink. Little ones can dress up as princesses, make their own tiara and magic mirror, and will get to meet and take photo ops with princess characters. Princess Party on Ice takes place at the 10am and 12pm skate sessions.
May the force be with you on Star Wars Day at the Folsom ice rink on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Dress up as your favorite Star Wars character and ice skate to a Star Wars music all day.
Kids of all ages can join the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area Interpretation Team for a winter scavenger hunt on Saturday, January 17, 2026. While this event is free, pre-registration is encouraged and these events fill up quickly.
Ride Ready Mini Clinics will take place on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Lakeside Church in Folsom at the winter warm-up short track race. Kids ages 4 through 8th grade can participate in a variety of free bike clinics throughout the day—just bring a helmet. Clinics vary from beginner racing to fixing a flat bike tire.
World Ballet Company will perform Swan Lake with A Live Orchestra on Tuesday, February 10 & Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. This show is for ages 5+ and runs 2 hours and 30 minutes, which incudes a 20-minute intermission.
Peppa Pig: My First Concert will be performed on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. Children ages 18 months+ will get to enjoy music from the show from a live orchestra at this interactive introductory concert.
Folsom will have a free community celebration on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 to celebrate Folsom's railroad milestones. Families can learn about Folsom's railroad history. There will be a storytime at 1pm, birthday cake, hands-on activities, photo ops, and free admission to Historical Outdoor Museum “The Square” and the Folsom Railroad Museum.
The whole family can attend Clipped In For Life's free bike rodeo on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Dan Russell Rodeo Arena in Folsom. There will be helmet fittings, an obstacle course, bike safety stations, pixie bike races, and more.
Introduce kids to an orchestra at the Family Concert: Young Person's Guide on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. This one-hour concert will feature Benjamin Britten’s beloved The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra and will be narrated by Omari Tau. Another highlight will be the interactive instrument petting zoo after the performance where kids will get to test out various musical instruments.
The Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers will ride down Sutter Street on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2026 at 6pm, spreading Irish luck through Historic Folsom.
Wonder PlayZone, the newest indoor playground in the Sacramento area with a co-working space, officially opens in Folsom on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Kids will love exploring the jungle and safari-themed playground for kids ages 0-7.
Families can meet and pet real pigs on Sunday, March 22, 2026 in the Historic Folsom Plaza. Enjoy lots family fun at this unique event.
The Slightly Social Moms' Club will host a free Easter Sip & Play on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Late Mouse Lounge in Folsom. Bring the kids for an Easter playdate during spring break while moms catch up over drinks and snacks. This is a free event with an RSVP.
The annual Festival of Eggs at Lembi Park in Folsom takes place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 8-11am. Kids can follow the Bunny Trail and along the way, collect stamps, eggs, and goodies. Don't forget to bring your own basket for the eggs!
Hop over to Folsom's newest indoor playground on Saturday, April 4, 2026 for an Easter Egg Hunt at Wonder PlayZone. Kids will get to do an egg hunt and enjoy open play at this two-hour event. This event is ideal for children ages 3-7. Socks are mandatory.
The annual Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day takes place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The Ben & Jerry's in Folsom is the only location in the Sacramento area to enjoy this free treat from 12pm to 8pm.