Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero glides into Sacramento from October 29 - November 1, 2026 at the Golden 1 Center. Kids will love this magical adventure of finding their inner hero.
Dia De Los Muertos at St. Mary's Cemetery in Sacramento takes place on Monday, November 2, 2026. There will be a procession, mass, and Kalpulli Itzkuauhtli with the Sacra danza community.
The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink opens for the 2026 season on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Admission is $2 on opening day from 2pm to 9pm. This ice skating rink is right near the Golden 1 Center, making it a fun holiday activity in downtown Sacramento.
The Sacramento Water Festival takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Discovery Park. This free festival will have kids' activities, live music and performances, vendors, and more.
The 3rd Annual Native American Heritage Month Parade will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The parade will begin at 10am at Capitol Mall in downtown Sacramento. Expect parade floats, horses, cultural performers, and more. After the parade, there will be a cultural gathering at the Capitol West Steps.
Enjoy a fun morning in Arden Park at Characters & Cookies with Spiderman and Friends on Saturday, November 14, 2026. There will be treats, photo ops with Spiderman, and surprises.
Ice skate with superheroes and princesses on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Lace up your skates to join these favorite characters at the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink.
The Water Lantern Festival comes to Sacramento on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Gibson Ranch Regional Park in Elverta. Design a lantern with personal letters, notes, and dreams, then launch it into the water for a mesmerizing experience. This is a family-friendly event with food trucks, fun, and music. Children under 8 attend free.
The annual Christkindlmarkt at Sacramento Turn Verein will take place on Saturday & Sunday, December 5 & 6, 2026. This event is the closest Sacramento will get to an authentic German Christmas market. There will be local vendors, traditional German food, Glühwein (mulled wine), and Santa Claus appearances. Event is free for children under 15.
This year's Santa Parade will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2026. This free holiday parade will circle Capitol Park beginning at 10am. Expect to see marching bands, horses, vehicles, clowns, and Santa Claus.