Our friends at Sacramento365 have put together this little list of Fourth of July happenings next week. For more detailed information, visit the Sacramento365 website here. Folsom Pro Rodeo Dan Russell Rodeo Arena June 30-July 3 | Sat-Tue 6pm-10pm Fourth on the Field Raley…
Sacramento’s Fairytale Town is continuing a summer tradition by hosting its annual A Midsummer Night’s Dream & Crystal Ice Cream Fantasy event on Saturday, June 23, 2018. While the temperature is often on the warm side at this event, ice cream will be available at every turn to keep you cool. This Shakespeare-themed event encourages…
Looking for ideas on how to keep your kiddos out of trouble and off their electronics this summer? Sacramento and its surrounding cities offer a number of summer day camp options for kids of all ages and interests. From acting and art classes to science-centered learning camps to programs focusing on fun and games, Sacramento museums,…
For the ninth time, the Amgen Tour of California’s world-renowned cyclists will be whizzing through Sacramento, California’s capital on Saturday, May 19, 2018. This year’s event is especially exciting as Sacramento hosts the final stage of the Tour de France-style competition. Thousands of fans will be lining the streets of downtown Sacramento to catch a…
Those of us who live in Sacramento or visit frequently know that there are all kinds of fun things to do with kids of all ages. But did you know that someone has actually counted? According to local author Sabrina Nishijama, there are at least a thousand (seriously, one-thousand) things to do with your kiddos in and…
There is a celebration for everything! We have National Donut Day in June, National Hot Dog in July and my favorite: National Grilled Cheese Day that was on April 12. Who doesn’t love the ooey gooey cheesy delicacies? Definitely one of my favorites! My family did celebrate this wonderful holiday with a quick dinner of…
If you are looking for something fun to do this rainy weekend, head on over to the Aerospace Museum of California and test out their new kids programs. On Saturday, April 7, 2018, the museum will be running several new programs every hour between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and they want your kids to…
For most Sacramento area kids, Spring Break is just around the corner. Kids anticipate this week-long break full of fun and relaxation from the “daily grind” of school, sports and chores. For parents, it can be a break in the routine, but finding ways to keep them entertained can be stressful, expensive and nerve-wracking. I’ve compiled a…
Grab your baskets and get ready for some egg hunting. It’s hard to believe, but Easter is just around the corner! There are plenty of “egg-stra” exciting events happening around the Sacramento area for your kids to enjoy. Here is a list of some of the major events that you and your family can participate…
This Saturday, March 17 is when kids everywhere will be searching for the pesky leprechaun. Even if they don’t find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, they can join in the fun at the 22nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Old Sacramento. Beginning at 11:30 a.m. in Old Sacramento, you…
Spring is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate than to spend the day with the kiddos at Fairytale Town? You’ll want to grab the whole family and head to Sacramento’s favorite children’s playground located within William Land Park for some serious spring fun on Saturday, March 31 or Sunday, April 1, 2018 at…
A couple of weeks ago, I spent two full days exhibiting at the Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show at the Santa Clara Convention Center. On the afternoon of day two, we were approached by Aaron Schlein of Dramatic Travels, a Sacramento native who caught the travel bug early on in life, and now wants…
Sacramento, California’s capital city, has some great museums, many of which are perfect for families with kids in tow. If your family visits museums regularly, but you haven’t quite made the jump to membership, now may be the perfect time to consider it. March is Museum Membership Month, and Sacramento Area Museums (SAM) are celebrating with…
What kid doesn’t want to run, jump and scale the walls? American Ninja Warrior has created a fan base that has kids of all ages wanting to compete for the skills to become a ninja and “Beat the Wall”. Across Sacramento, you can find gyms popping up all over that host acrobatic drills to get…
On these cold winter days everyone likes to stay indoors. When you have multiple kids, that can be a challenge for everyone! Over the long holiday weekend, my kids were starting to go stir crazy and I have to admit, I was a bit stir crazy myself! We finally decided to venture out to the Roseville Galleria Mall to get some…
When you ask kids what they want to be when you grow up, most likely you hear answers that resemble “policeman, firefighter, dancer, super hero, doctor, etc.”. At the age of 4, my daughter firmly responded “a baker” when asked this question…and six years later, the only slight change to her answer is that she wants…
This Saturday, February 3, 2018, marks the 20th annual Sacramento Museum Day. With over 25 participating museums and destinations, along with local restaurants, it’s going to be an eventful day. Sacramento Museum Day is presented by Sutter Health and sponsored by California Family Fitness. Local museums will be offering FREE or reduced admission to the community…
The Disney on Ice performers skate back into Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center on Feb. 15, 2018 with a brand new production. Follow your heart features Pixar’s Finding Dory and Inside Out, along with your favorite Disney princesses from Frozen, Cinderella, Tangled and the Princess and the frog. Here’s what you can expect from this new production: “Just keep swimming with Dory,…
What to do on a beautiful, sunny winter afternoon with rambunctious kids? Take a hike, bike ride or run along one of our many trails. Recently, the kids had a day off of school so we decided to “Walk the Line” and check out the new Johnny Cash Trail in Folsom. Now I know that…
While Sacramento enjoys plenty of sunshine, we certainly get our share of rainy days this time of year. If you are searching for activities to get the kids moving and learning, take a look at this list of some of our favorite indoor, family-friendly spots. Get Moving. Channel your inner speed racer and challenge your friends…
Where did this year go? Some of us may be scurrying to find last minute gifts; others may be making Christmas Day plans, while others may be thinking ahead to New Year’s Resolutions and goals. Whatever you are doing during these last hectic days of 2017 make sure you spend them with family and friends.…
Tis’ the season for cold winter evenings, hot cocoa and homemade cookies. It’s the most wonderful time of year – with traditions, memories being made and holiday cheer all around us! One of our family’s traditions is to bundle up and go around the Sacramento valley in search of the best Christmas light shows. Luckily, we…
As promised, our second Fairytale Town ticket giveaway is here! Each December, Sacramento’s Fairytale Town gets decked out in some serious winter style for four festive days over two holiday weekends. Guests who visit the park on Dec. 9 & 10 and 16 & 17 will find themselves in Dr. Seuss’s Whoville experiencing a dazzling display of lights, …
By Heather Crivellone It’s the holiday season and it’s the time for making memories. Whether you choose to visit a local Christmas lights display, gather with friends to sing carols in your neighborhood or just stay in to bake cookies and watch movies, one thing is for sure – this is definitely the most wonderful time…
Today is the last day to enter for a chance to win an annual family membership to Fairytale Town. This is a FANTASTIC package and a gift that will be enjoyed all year long by your entire family. Click here to find out how you can enter to win this fabulous prize. The winner…
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