Butterfly Fest 2026

This family-friendly event offers something for everyone, including Guided Butterfly Life Cycle Tours at 11:00 a.m. each day, face painting on September 12 and 13, a local coffee and bakery truck, a free kids' butterfly scavenger hunt, a complimentary coloring table and craft station, and plenty of photo opportunities surrounded by blooming gardens. Visitors can also learn about the host and nectar plants that support butterflies.

• Dates: Saturday and Sunday, September 12–13, 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Location: The Secret Garden
• Address: 8450 W. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95758

Citrus Nights

The September Citrus Nights event will feature live music from local band Moonshine Crazy and a beer and wine garden brought to you by the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a lively evening with your community.

• Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
• Time: 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Location: Van Maren Park
• Address: 6601 Thalia Way, Citrus Heights, CA 95621

Fair Oaks Chicken Festival

This family-friendly daytime festival includes Chickenstock live music, Rocky’s Community Kids Zone, food trucks, beer and wine sales, craft and community vendor booths, a cornhole tournament, Cluck n' Crow Contest, Chicken Decorating Contest, disc golf putting competition, and more.

• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• Time: 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Location: Fair Oaks Park
• Address: 11549 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA

Music in the Park: Ft. Billy Nation

Music in the Park has been a Roseville tradition for the past 30 years. This free, family-friendly concert series brings live music to Royer Park for a relaxing summer evening.

• Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
• Time: 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
• Location: Royer Park
• Address: 190 Park Drive, Roseville, CA 95678

Patriot Day

Join the community in honoring military members, police, fire personnel, and other first responders at this free family event. Demonstrations and displays will be available throughout the day.

• Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
• Time: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Location: Johnson-Springview Park
• Address: 5480 5th Street, Rocklin, CA 95677

2026 Gold Country Fair

Free Friday offers complimentary admission for all ages from noon to 4:00 p.m.

• Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
• Time: 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Admission: Free from 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Parking: $10
• Location: Gold Country Fairgrounds
• Address: 209 Fairgate Road, Auburn, CA 95603

Placerville Oktoberfest

Enjoy beer, food, live music, the Dachshund Dash, the Giant Zucchini Contest, a Kid Zone, contests, German foods and snacks, bratwursts from Old Town Grill, and a Bavarian costume contest. This free, all-ages event brings a little bit of Bavaria to historic Main Street Placerville.

• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• Time: 2:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
• Location: Downtown Placerville
• Address: Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667

Summer Fest 2026

Celebrate the end of summer with DJ and live music, carnival games, rides, inflatables, face painting, glitter tattoos, a petting zoo, Tot Town, sponsor booths, a beer and wine garden, food and dessert vendors, and more.

• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• Time: 3:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
• Location: Community Park
• Address: 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills, CA

Downtown Shakedown Car and Art Show

Enjoy a day of classic cars and art in Downtown Vacaville. Admire vintage automobiles, explore the art show and downtown art studios, participate in a scavenger hunt, shop artisan vendors, and enjoy a celebration of style and craftsmanship.

• Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
• Time: 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Location: Downtown Vacaville

Vallejo 2nd Friday Artwalk

This free monthly community arts event features local artists, handmade crafts, gallery openings, open shops and restaurants, live music, outdoor vendors, and arts and culture activities throughout Downtown Vallejo.

• Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
• Time: 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Location: Downtown Vallejo
• Address: 400 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590

Movies in the Park

The City of Dixon invites residents to bring blankets, chairs, and snacks for a free outdoor movie series at Hall Park.

• Dates: Saturdays, September 12, 19 and 26, 2026
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Location: Hall Park Amphitheater, directly behind City Hall
• Address: 600 East A Street, Dixon, CA

First Fridays

First Fridays is a monthly event showcasing local artists and galleries, dining, late-night shopping, live music, and more. Downtown businesses host artists and feature special dishes while musicians perform throughout the area.

• Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
• Time: 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
• Location: Downtown Woodland
• City: Woodland, CA

4th Friday Kickback & Classic Car Show

Enjoy an evening in Downtown Winters featuring live music, classic cars, local shopping, outdoor dining, family-friendly activities, and small-town charm. Stroll Main Street, grab dinner or a drink, and check out classic cars throughout downtown.

• Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
• Time: 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
• Location: Downtown Winters
• City: Winters, CA

Virtual Super Gentle Chair Yoga

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be practiced while sitting in a chair or standing and using the chair for support. This 50-minute virtual class combines focused breathing, meditation, and modified yoga movements to help reduce stress, increase range of motion, and develop strength and flexibility. Participants will not need to get on the floor.

First-time virtual participants must register to receive the program link. After registering, participants will receive an email each Monday containing the class link and an updated schedule.

• Dates: Mondays
• Time: 1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Online
• Registration: Online registration is required