Community Events
See below for free or low cost events happening in various counties this month.
SACRAMENTO COUNTY
4th of July Bike Parade and Festival:
The parade starts at 10 AM at Arden Park. After the parade, we will return to the park for live music by Funk Shui, a kid zone with inflatables, a raffle, hamburgers, and hot dogs! The parade is open to walkers, bikers, registered cars, and golf carts! Would you like to register your vehicle for the parade? Sign up HERE.
- Thursday, July 4 2024 at 10:00 am
- Arden Park
- 1000 La Sierra Dr, Sacramento, CA 95864
- https://www.aprpd.org/2024-07-04-4th-of-july-bike-parade-and-festival
Friday Family Swim Night:
Head out to the Antelope Aquatic Complex for an evening filled with refreshing dips and delightful memories. Dive into the shimmering waters and embrace the summer vibes with your loved ones. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or excitement, our pool offers something for everyone.
- Friday, July 5, 2024, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Antelope Aquatic Complex
- 7990 Palmerson Dr, Antelope, CA 95843
- $3 per person
- https://www.sunriseparks.com/2024-07-05-friday-family-swim-night
California State Fair:
The 17-day fair is a robust celebration of the State of California, its industries, agriculture, and the diversity of its people.
- July 12 – July 28, 2024, from 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Cal Expo
- 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815
- Tickets: $16 Parking: $15
- https://calexpostatefair.com/event/california-state-fair/
Friday Night Live Music in the Piazza:
Don’t have plans for Friday nights this Summer? Well, now you do. There will be live Music in the Piazza at Palladio every Friday night. Bring your lawn chairs and your dancing feet as music starts at 7:30pm and plays thru 9:30 pm.
- Fridays, July 12, 19, 26, 2024, from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
- Palladio Mall
- 410 Palladio Pkwy, Folsom, CA 95630
- https://gopalladio.com/event/friday-night-live-music-in-the-piazza/2024-06-07/
PLACER COUNTY
4th of July Celebration: Fireworks
Bring a blanket or chairs for the family and come celebrate Independence day @The Grounds with the 4th of July fireworks show. Gates open at 5pm. Seating at the grandstand in the All American Raceway is first come, first serve. Activities and games for the kids and concessions for the whole family. Fireworks begin between 9:15 and 9:30pm. Parking is $10, cash only. No fee for entrance. No outside food or coolers. Sealed waters are okay.
- Thursday, July 4, 2024, from 9:15 pm - 10:00 pm
- Placer County Fairgrounds
- 700 Event Center Dr, Roseville, CA 95678
- https://www.godowntownroseville.com/2023/07/04/151757/4th-of-july-celebration-fireworks-3
Auburn Summer Concert Series:
Join us for a free series of concert events for Summer 2024 in the shade of the oak trees at the School Park Preserve’s Cooper Amphitheater. Bring a friend, a picnic, and a low-back chair or blanket to experience live music in this unique outdoor environment under the canopy of the Preserve’s 3-acre oak woodland in the heart of Downtown Auburn.
- Sundays, July 7, 14, and 21 2024, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
- School Park Preserve’s Cooper Amphitheater
- 55 College Way, Auburn, CA 95603
- https://www.auburnca.art/auburn-summer-concert-series
EVENINGS IN THE PARK:
Rocklin’s Evenings in the Park season features fun for the whole family, including live performances from local bands, movie screenings, interactive art, lawn games, vendors, food trucks, and more!
- Friday, July 19, 2024 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Movie starts after dusk)
- Music: Red Hot Peppers Jazz Band
- Movie: Barbie
- Johnson-Springview Park
- 4000 Rocklin Road Rocklin, CA
- https://www.visitplacer.com/events/
EL DORADO COUNTY
Summer Concerts at Community Park:
Join us for a FREE concert at Community Park! Bring your family and friends out for a perfect summer night of food, music, and dancing. Band: Joy and Madness.
- Friday, July 19, 2024, from 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
- EDH Community Park
- Andrews Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
- https://www.eldoradohillscsd.org/programs___activities/special_events/summer_concert_series.php
4th of July Parade and Celebration:
Join us for a fun-filled 4th of July celebration! Enjoy a parade on Pony Express Trail, Pollock Pines, sponsored by the Rotary Club. Participate in the parade by decorating yourself, your bike, car, tractor, or float, or simply come watch it from 12-1 PM. Don't miss out on free hot dogs, Capri Suns, chips, and Popsicles, courtesy of 50 Grand and The Sandman.
- Thursday, July 4, 2024, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
- 50 Grand Restaurant and Bar
- 6401 Pony Express Trail, Pollock Pines, Ca
- https://www.facebook.com/events/341760702300210/
Night Sky Viewing:
Free Public Viewing! The Community Observatory is your window to the night sky! See the stars through the 17-inch and 14-inch reflecting telescopes on a clear, dark night. Follow planets or the moon as they travel across the sky. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience in the foothills of El Dorado County.
- Friday, July 12, 2024, from 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Community Observatory, Folsom Lake College, El Dorado Center
- 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville, CA 95667
- Free Admission/No reservations required (Parking $2 at the college)
- https://www.communityobservatory.com/
SOLANO COUNTY
Suisun City 4th of July Celebration:
This year’s festivities include food and retail vendors, amusement rides, a petting zoo, pony rides, community acts, live music, and a fireworks show!
- Thursday, July 4 2024 from 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Sheldon & Harbor Plaza
- Suisun City Waterfront, 94585
- https://www.suisun.com/Events-directory/Suisun-City-4th-of-July-Celebration
SUMMER MOVIES AND FOOD TRUCKS:
Get in on some family fun for this free event, there will be a showing of The Super Mario Bros Movie. Food trucks start serving at 6 pm and the movie begins 15 minutes after sundown!
- Friday, July 12 2024 from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Sunrise Neighborhood Park
- 2914 Camrose Ave Fairfield CA 94533
- https://visitfairfield.com/event/summer-movies-and-food-trucks-at-mankas-neighborhood-park/
SUMMER RAIL FESTIVAL:
Come and celebrate the summer with us at the Western Railway Museum! Don’t miss out on an abundance of good food, live music, FREE family-friendly activities, with a unique craft fair in the park featuring some of Northern California’s finest craft vendors. Entrance into the museum is FREE all day with the opportunity to upgrade your experience by purchasing a train ride during this annual community event.
- Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
- Western Railway Museum
- 5848 CA-12, Suisun City, CA 94585
- https://visitfairfield.com/event/end-of-summer-bbq-at-western-railway-museum/
YOLO COUNTY
FOURTH OF JULY:
The City of Davis will host a free celebration in honor of Independence Day. Snacks and treats are available for purchase. A free game zone coordinated by Discovery Christian Church. Live music, featuring Boca do Rio at 6:30 p.m. and Dustbowl Revival at 8:00 p.m. A 15-minute fireworks display at 9:35 p.m.
- Thursday, July 4 2024 from 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Community Park
- 203 East 14th Street Davis, CA
- https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/city-manager-s-office/community-events/fourth-of-july
Music on Main:
Join us every Friday for live music on Main Street!
- Fridays in July 2024, from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Downtown Winters
- Winters, CA, 95694
- https://www.discoverwinters.com/events-calendar/music-on-main-e7adc-ptdn2-x58l6-b24tx-p443g-r3n5b-rw5ym-ze6gk-wmjgf-ehrra-pg2hl-2hrxw-3gtzs-j28y2-t7fep-ry63n-pnyzf
ONLINE
Qigong For Relaxation And Centering:
- Tuesdays and/or Thursdays at 9:30 am
- Free online class.
- Email to register: mfotaichi@gmail.com
- https://www.taichifoundation.org/tcf_courses/qigong-for-relaxation-and-centering/