Community Events
See below for free or low cost events happening in various counties this month.
SACRAMENTO COUNTY
Mómti Market:
The pop-up market will include 20 vendors, plus interactive demonstrations and educational booths on display for visitors to browse, shop, and experience. Popular for all ages, a sampling of the hands-on demonstrations available will include basketry, acorn processing, and cordage, along with fun and games.
- Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Sacramento History Museum
- 101 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
- https://sacramento365.com/event/momti-market/
Citrus Heights Yoga Fest:
Join us to meditate, elevate, and celebrate as we come together for a day of mindfulness, movement, and joy. Yoga Fest is a free, vibrant event open to the whole family!
- Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Van Maren Park
- 6601 Thalia Way, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
- https://aolhappinesshub.org/yoga-festival/
Concerts in the Park: Khloe Rose:
Sacramento’s largest, longest-running free music festival lives in downtown Sac! Get ready to be taken on a magical journey by the dreamy voice of Khloe Rose along with BASI VIBE, Aaron Le, Yoni, and EDDY.
- Friday, May 16, 2025, from 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
- Cesar Chavez Plaza
- 910 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
- https://sacramento365.com/event/concerts-in-the-park-khloe-rose/
Folsom Lake Symphony Twilight Delight:
This is a free concert. Upbeat selections from stage and screen are combined with an Armed Forces Day tribute, a Beatles medley, and music from a galaxy far, far away. This al fresco Community Enrichment Concert held at the Zittel Amphitheater is not to be missed.
- Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
- Zittel Family Amphitheater
- 200 Wool St., Folsom, CA 95630
- https://sacramento365.com/event/folsom-lake-symphony-twilight-delight/
Sacramento County Fair:
The Sacramento County Fair returns! Let’s Eat, Have Fun, and Celebrate.
- Thursday-Monday, May 22-26, 2025, from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Cal Expo
- 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815
- Admission: $12, Parking: $10
- https://calexpostatefair.com/event/sacramento-county-fair/
Shakespeare in the Park:
Take Note Troupe’s family-friendly production of Much Ado About Nothing brings William Shakespeare’s beloved romantic comedy to life with wit, humor, and heart. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. Bring low-backed chairs that sit close to the ground, a picnic blanket, and a light jacket for after dark. Please plan to arrive between 6:00 pm and 7:15 pm so we can help you find a seat. The show will begin at 7:30 pm.
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 7:30 pm
- Fair Oaks Park
- 11549 Fair Oaks Blvd, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
- https://forpd.org/536/Shakespeare-in-the-Park
PLACER COUNTY
Rocklin Community Festival:
This year, the event runs from Thursday, May 8th through Sunday, May 11th, 2025, and offers free live entertainment daily, a fabulous food court, a beer garden, an expanded “Midway of Fun” carnival including rides for kids of all ages, and business and craft vendors.
- Thursday-Sunday, May 8-11, 2025
- Johnson-Springview Park
- 5480 5th St, Rocklin, CA
- https://rocklincommunityfestival.org/
Wellness Fair:
A family-friendly community event to connect with local mental health & wellness supports.
- Friday, May 15, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- Maidu Community Center
- 1550 Maidu Dr, Roseville, CA
- https://www.placerccw.org/placer4mentalhealth-home/placer4mentalhealth-wellness-fair/#stage-events
Nature Quest: Picnic by the Creek:
Bring a picnic to enjoy by the creek! Plan to arrive between 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. At your leisure, take an optional short, self-guided hike. Special treats will be provided! Registration is required. Taylor Ranch Preserve Directions will be emailed upon registration.
- Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Taylor Ranch Preserve
- Directions will be emailed upon registration
- https://placerlandtrust.org/may-17-picnic-by-the-creek/
EL DORADO COUNTY
Cars and Coffee:
A Weekly Car Enthusiast Meet-Up. Kick off your Saturday mornings with Cars and Coffee at El Dorado Hills Town Center! Join us every Saturday for a casual gathering of car enthusiasts and community members. Sip on coffee and pastries while admiring an amazing array of vehicles.
- Every Saturday in May 2025, from 7:00 am to 9:00 am
- El Dorado Town Center
- Vine St. parking lot. 2101 Vine Street
- https://edhtowncenter.com/upcoming-events/
Third Saturday Art Walk:
Art galleries and merchants on Placerville’s Historic Main Street are open late every third Saturday. Enjoy artist demos, music at the Belltower, wine and drink specials, and more!
- Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
- Historic Main Street
- Placerville
- https://visit-eldorado.com/event/placerville-third-saturday-artwalk/2025-05-17/
Open Farm Days at Wakamatsu:
The property is cherished for its cultural history and natural resources. Explore the property at your own pace. Picnics are welcome. Docents will be on-site, ready to share information and answer questions. Open Farm Days are suitable for most ages and capabilities. Points of interest are mostly outdoors and reached by dirt trail or unpaved road over generally flat terrain.
- Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
- Wakamatsu Farm - $10 donation for parking
- 941 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667
- https://www.coloma.com/connections/15848-american-river-conservancy/events/2025/5/17/239318/open-farm-days-at-wakamatsu-8/
SOLANO COUNTY
”Stardust and Petals” Rose Show:
Roses, rose arrangements, rose photography, and art.
- Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
- Vallejo Community Center
- 225 Amador St. Vallejo, CA 94590
- https://www.visitvallejo.com/events/upcoming-events/stardust-and-petals-rose-show
Farmers’ Market:
Shop here for a great selection of California-grown greens, fruits & veggies, as well as some nice specialty booths with baked goods, tamales, and food trucks with down-to-earth prices. Sometimes you can find local honey, homemade soap, and other goodies here.
- Every Saturday in May, 2025, from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Downtown Vallejo
- Georgia and Marin Streets
- https://artvallejo.org/events/farmers-market-4-2025-05-10/
Vacaville Fiesta Days:
Join the fun at the 68th annual celebration. Activities include a parade, musical entertainment, carnival, car show, and Hispanic Day.
- Thursday-Monday, May 22- 26, 2025 (Hours vary)
- Downtown Vacaville
- Check the website for full details
- https://www.vacavillefiestadays.org/
YOLO COUNTY
California Honey Festival:
This free, fun, family-friendly event has something for everyone. Enjoy the honey tastings, cooking demonstrations (using honey, of course), live music, and a variety of food vendors.
- Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Downtown Woodland
- 405 Main St., Woodland, CA 95695
- https://sacramento365.com/event/california-honey-festival/
Celebrate Davis:
The annual event Celebrate Davis 2025 will host vendors, local artists, food trucks, live entertainment, bounce houses, bike valet, activities, special booths, Beer and Wine Garden, “Show and Shine” cars with t-shirt sales benefitting the Natalie Corona Foundation, and concluding with a Drone Show!
- Friday, May 16, 2025, from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
- Community Park
- 203 E. 14th St, Davis, CA 95616
- https://visityolo.com/event/celebrate-davis-2025/
ONLINE
Qigong for Grounding and Mobility:
- Saturdays at 9:00 am
- Free online class.
- Register online.
- https://www.taichifoundation.org/tcf_courses/qigong-for-grounding-and-mobility/