Youth ages 12-24 can attend the free NorCal Arts Sactown Youth Nights on Friday, June 26, 2026 at Pony Express Elementary. This Summer Arts Night will include free food from Chipotle, art stations, an open mic, henna, and more. This is a free event but pre-registration is required.
Spend a summer day at the Delta Shores Summer Block Party on Saturday, June 27, 2026. This free, family-friendly event will include music, games, interactive activities for kids, a bubble show, and more. While this is a free event, registration is required.
The Sacramento River Cats will be having a Summerween on Saturday, June 27, 2026 versus the Las Vegas Aviators. Spooky fun will include a pre-game Halloween parade, trick-or-treating through the ballpark, costumes, themed fun, and more. Fireworks will follow the game.
The Food Literacy Center will have monthly First Fridays in Oak Park from June to August at 3428 3rd Avenue. There will be a free kids farmers market, free popcorn, and family-friendly activities from 5pm to 8pm while supplies last.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Annual River Park Fourth of July festivities. The day will be packed with family-friendly activities that include a Classic Car Parade, Kids Firecracker & Bike Parade, a Kids Carnival, and more.
The beloved Pocket Greenhaven 4th of July Parade will take place on July 4th, 2026 at 10am. The parade will begin at the corner of Windbridge and South Land Park Drive, and end at Garcia Bend Park.
The annual Arden Park 4th of July Bike Parade kicks off at 10am on July 4, 2026. A family-friendly festival will take place after the parade back at Arden Park. There will be a kids zone with inflatables and live music.
Splash into the 4th of July at Float for Fourth, a community celebration at the Christine Thompson Aquatic Center in Sacramento on Saturday, July 4, 2026. In addition to fun at the pool before fireworks, there will be game booths, arts and crafts, nachos, ice cream, and a themed photo booth.
Step right up to the Marinelli Bros. Circus at Florin Town Center from June 25 to July 6, 2026! This all-new family-owned circus combines old-world charm with incredible feats and stunts in an intimate, one-ring setting. Families won't want to miss the action in Sacramento at this thrilling two-hour show under the big top.
Celebrate Oak Park will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at McClatchy Park. There will be food, music, community resources, giveaways, and more.
The Sacramento River Cats will be having Star Wars Night on Saturday, July 11, 2026 versus the the Salt Lake Bees. The force will be strong at the ballpark.
River City Food Bank will have a free diaper distribution for families in need on Monday, July 13, 2026 at the RCFB Arden-Arcade site from 10:30am to 12pm. 25-50 diapers per household will be distributed. This is a diapers-only distribution. IDs are not required but helpful. Available first-come, first-serve until supplies run out.
Families can attend the free United for Learning World Cup Family Event on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Ralph Richardson Center from 11am to 2pm. There will be soccer activities for kids of all ages, a World Cup Semifinal Game watch, learning stations, and resources for back-to-school readiness. No registration required.
Southgate Recreation & Park's District free annual Movie in the Park series returns on various Tuesday and Thursday summer evenings in 2026. Each movie will be shown at a different park. Arrive early at 6pm for kid-friendly activities from the R.E.C. Van, games, and crafts. Movies will begin playing at sunset.
NorCal Resist will have a free food and diaper distribution for those in need in Sacramento on Friday, July 17, 2026. The distribution will occur at Baart at 310 Harris Avenue in Sacramento from 10am to 12pm.
Touchstone Brewery will have its family-friendly Lager-Licious Summer Soiree on Saturday, July 18, 2026. There will be a dunk tank, water slide, kids water balloon toss, and kids water balloon dodge ball.
Families can enjoy a free North Sac Music in the Park performance on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Sacramento Police and Sheriff's Memorial at Woodlake Park. The Sacramento Philharmonic will put on a free performance from 5pm to 7:30pm. Bring blankets and chairs! No registration required.
The Hmong Youth and Parents United will host a free Back to School Resource Fair on Friday, July 24, 2026 at Hope Center in Sacramento. Families must pre-register for a backpack giveaway. Kids ages 12+ must register separately. Kids need to be present to receive backpacks. There will also be hands-on activities and community resources.
Enjoy a festive evening of Christmas in July Family Bingo Night on Friday, July 24, 2026 at the Swanston Community Center. Families can play bingo together to win prizes. $5 per family or $1 per person. Food will be available for purchase with cash only.
The Exceeding Expectations Project will host its Annual Back II School Giveaway in Sacramento on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Shasta Community Park. There will be a free backpack and school supplies giveaway and the chance to win raffle prizes. RSVP for this event.
ARI will have a free Vision Board Summer Party & Backpack Distribution on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at the ARI Headquarters in Sacramento. The backpack distribution will occur from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Limited backpacks available and pre-registration required. Kids can also create vision boards for the school year and enjoy free pizza.
Families can attend the free Arden Fair Kids' Club Summer Program every Friday and Saturday from June 12 to July 25, 2026, from 1pm to 2pm. The free hour of kids' activities will include hands-on activities, performances, and games.
'Tis the season for Christmas in July at the Sacramento River Cats game on Saturday, July 25, 2026 versus the Oklahoma City Comets. Expect festive fun as the holidays come early.
Clients or caregivers/family members for clients of Alta California Regional Center can request a free backpack during their backpack giveaway on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Registration is required to receive a backpack. All Alta offices will be providing backpacks while supplies last with pre-registration.
The San Juan Unified School District will have a free Back to School Fair at El Camino High School on Friday, July 31, 2026 from 10am to 12pm. Two free backpacks with school supplies per family for the first 250 families. There will also be free emergency food boxes, diaper distribution, learning materials and resources, and a hot dog lunch. No registration required.