Best Things to Do with Kids in Sacramento This September 2025
Ready for a jam-packed month of events in Sacramento for kids? You could say that September is a circus.
The Zoppé Family Circus flips into Elk Grove, and Circus Vargas puts on a show in Folsom. Speaking of Folsom, the city will celebrate its Italian sister city, Pieve del Grappa, at Ciao Folsom!, and paddleboarders will take to the water acting like Venetian gondoliers.
Meet the Machines revs into Rancho Cordova, the Fair Oaks Chicken Festival flutters into fall, and the Sacramento Reptile Show slithers into Cal Expo.
September marks the start of many fall festivities, including the 2025 season openings of the best pumpkin patches in Sacramento, perfect for families.
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Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm opens for the 2025 fall season on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Participate in all the fall festive activities at this beloved pumpkin patch near Sacramento.
Celebrate California Biodiversity Week with a free family-friendly kickoff event on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Camp Pollock in Sacramento. There will be kid-friendly activities at partner booths. Pick up a Nature Bingo Card from the Fish & Wildlife table and explore the property and interpretive signs along a Water Education Walking Tour.
The Koobs Nature Area will be open to the public for Nature Smells Day on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This free event will have activities for families ranging from hands-on science to art.
Ms. Phoebe of Grow Resilient Families will play music for kids, ages 0-5 at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Kids will get to enjoy a morning of music in nature.
California’s 175th birthday will be celebrated at the California Museum on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Join this free California Statehood Celebration to explore artifacts like the original 1849 California Constitution, interactive crafts, and live performances. There will also be complimentary “bear-thday” cupcakes at this family-friendly event.
The Sacramento Children’s Museum celebrates the role grandparents play at the annual Batty’s Butterfly Release on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Butterflies are limited and purchasing in advance is required. This will be an outdoor event that will include art projects, activities, vendors, and more.
Don your cape and fly over to the Fountains of Roseville for Superhero Sunday on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Spiderman, Captain America, Wonder Woman, and Superman will be at the Fountains of Roseville for photo ops for kids at this free event. Popsicles will also be available from Guest Services while supplies last. Costumes are[…]
Celebrate the 175th birthday of California’s Statehood at a free family-friendly block party on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The block party will take place at the California State Capitol in Sacramento. There will be activities for kids, food trucks, music, and a birthday cake. A laser display will occur 30 minutes after sunset.
The Zoppé Family Italian Circus returns to Elk Grove September 12 – 22, 2025. Families will delight in seeing Nino the clown in a story featuring mesmerizing acrobatics, equestrians, audience interactions, and much more.
Ciao Folsom! takes place on Saturday, September 13, 2025 and celebrates Italian culture with Folsom’s sister city, Pieve del Grappa. There will be an Italian-themed market and entertainment at this free family-friendly event. Cultural activities will occur from 11am to 2pm.
Meet the Machines drives into Rancho Cordova on Saturday, September 13, 2025 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.
The Folsom Powerhouse 130th Anniversary Celebration will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This free event will have STEM-themed exhibits, tours of the Powerhouse, and Junior Ranger activities.
The family-friendly Butterfly Fest at The Secret Garden returns to Elk Grove on September 13-14 and September 20-21, 2025. 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[…]
Don’t miss paddleboarders dressed as Italian gondoliers paddling in the water near Rainbow Bridge on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Spectators will be able to watch the event after the Ciao Folsom! market. The paddle will take place at 10am.
Kids & Trucks revs into Lincoln on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This free touch-a-truck event will take place at McBean Park. Kids will get to climb into trucks and interact with different city vehicles.
Kids can burst into fun at the free Bubble Bash on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Marketplace at Birdcage in Citrus Heights. There will be bubble stations, a giant foam zone, bubble games and crafts, interactive bubble performances, face painting, balloon twisters, and more. Pre-registration is required for this event.
Kids Fest will take place on Sunday, September 14, 2025 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 from slime to a bounce house, character visits, and more.
Arrghh! Pirates, princesses, and mermaids are invited to attend the Buccaneer Ball on Friday, September 19, 2025 at the Sacramento Children’s Museum. Prepare for an evening of fun at the museum. Registration is recommended.
Enjoy Ballet in the Park for free in Land Park on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Ballet dancers will take the stage. Bring a blanket and picnic for the performances.
Ghostbusters Day takes place at Fairytale Town on Saturday, September 20, 2025. There will be arts & crafts, Ghostbusters games, and surprises. This event is included with regular admission.
The Annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival returns on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The free family-friendly festival will have a kids’ park, live music, chicken decorating contest, food trucks, and more!
The Placerville Oktoberfest & El Dorado County Harvest Festival takes place on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Historic Main Street in Placerville. This free, family-friendly event will have a family fun zone with kids carnival games, corn hole, Jenga, a pretzel toss, fall fun, and lots of food.
Fall Family Fest will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Vernon Street Town Square in Roseville. This free fall festival will have tons of fun activities for kids including a Big Trucks Zone with large trucks to explore, interactive activities, and live performances.
Say goodbye to the summer at the EDH Summer Fest on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Community Park in El Dorado Hills. There will be tons of family fun, including carnival games, face painting, a petting zoo, rides, inflatables, live music, food vendors, and more.
Kids ages 4-15 can participate in the Dignity Health Dirty Kid Obstacle Race at Fairytale Town on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Obstacles over and through Fairytale Town’s notable play structures will be a whole new way to experience this beloved Land Park attraction.
CrockerCon takes place on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at the Crocker Art Museum. This free family festival will celebrate cartoons, comics, and pop culture. Come to CrockerCon in cosplay, interact with comic book creators, and explore over 60 exhibitors.
All aboard for one of the most popular holiday events in Sacramento for kids! Tickets for the California Railroad Museum’s annual and beloved 2025 The Polar Express train ride go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. You’ll want to act fast on these tickets as they sell out quickly!
Circus Vargas comes to town in Folsom at Lakeside Church from September 25 – October 6, 2025. The two-hour family-friendly circus show pays tribute to the Golden Age of cinema through aerialists and mesmerizing performances. Kids under 2 receive free admission.
Terra Madres Americas takes the place of the beloved Farm-to-Fork Festival in Sacramento. This free, three-day food festival in Sacramento will occur from September 26-28, 2025. There will be food and drink tastings, live music, celebrity chef demos, educational panels, vendors, and more.
Join The Wonder Grove and Stonegate Elementary for a free Worldwide Day of Play on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Kids will get to play with slime, bubbles, chalk art, build a cardboard city, and more.
The biggest Nerf war in Sacramento will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Safetyville USA. The battle will be put on by Mobile Foam Fights.
Celebrate North Highlands will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 in Freedom Park. This free family event will have activities and games for kids, performances on a community stage, and food vendors.
The Sacramento Reptile Show returns to Cal Expo on September 27 & 28, 2025. The largest reptile exhibit in Northern California brings tons of reptiles for families to see and interact with, including a chance to meet a real, live 10 ft, 100 lb alligator.
The Folsom Renaissance Faire & Joust takes place on September 27 & 28, 2025 at Folsom City Lions Park. All ages are welcome to attend this medieval adventure. There will be games, crafts, puppet shows, story telling, jousting tournaments, and characters from pirates to fairies.
Don’t be late for a very important date with the Elk Grove Kiwanis Club and Cosumnes CSD. A Mad Hatter Tea Party takes place on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Don a party hat and enjoy brunch with small sandwiches, desserts, and soft beverages like iced tea and lemonade. There will also be activities and games[…]
