We found 13 fantastic options for families this weekend, March 14th and 15th, 2026, ranging from free library activities and outdoor exploration to creative workshops. Highlights include Pi Day fun and engaging crafts at Fairytale Town!
See our top picks
Family Storytime
Robbie Waters Pocket Library
A free, classic storytime session Saturday morning to kick off the day.
Mixed Media Art Journaling
Orangevale Library
A three-hour, free art session perfect for keeping kids engaged indoors Saturday.
Baby Storytime
Central Library Kid's Place
Specifically designed for babies up to 18 months on Saturday morning.
· March 14
8: Join this fun, hands-on workshop featuring engaging projects designed for kids. Advanced registration is required for this free activity, so make sure to sign up ahead of time.It's a special, free, hands-on activity inside Fairytale Town on Saturday morning.
FREE : Celebrate Pi Day with an activity sponsored by Lovin The Process at the Elk Grove Regional Park. This is a great free afternoon option in the South County area.It's free, outdoors, and celebrates Pi Day on Saturday afternoon.
FREE : This session is specifically targeted for older elementary kids (8-12) who want to engage in a creative art session. It's completely free and held at the Fair Oaks Library.It's a free, age-specific, hands-on art class happening Saturday afternoon.
MIXED MEDIA ART JOURNALINGFREE : If you need a few hours of focused, creative time, this free mixed media journaling workshop welcomes everyone, regardless of art experience. Dress for mess!A long, free, creative drop-in workshop happening Saturday morning/midday.
STEAM FOR KIDS - IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FIRST ROBOTICS TEAM 3598FREE : Explore hands-on science, tech, engineering, art, and math activities thanks to a partnership with a local FIRST Robotics Team. A fun, educational morning event.It combines STEAM learning with real local student involvement.
STEAM: BUILD WITH LEGO BRICKSFREE : This is the second Saturday LEGO building session, so head to Rancho Cordova to join in the fun. They supply the bricks; you bring the creativity!LEGO building is a guaranteed hit, and this one is free on Saturday afternoon.
FREE : This is a fantastic 'dress for mess' program held on the second Saturday of the month. It’s process-based art, so creativity is prioritized over perfection.It’s an all-ages, messy art activity held Saturday afternoon.
PI PALOOZA WITH BINGO AND MATH GAMES - PRESENTED BY THE TEEN ADVISORY BOARDFREE : Celebrate Pi Day exactly on time (3:14 PM) with games and Bingo! This event is planned and presented by the local Teen Advisory Board.Perfectly timed for Pi Day on Saturday afternoon and supports teen leadership.
· March 15
2: This event sounds like a specialty club activity happening in Elk Grove on Sunday afternoon. While the description is missing, the title suggests an Easter/egg-themed time.It's one of the few confirmed Sunday afternoon events targeting kids outside of the library circuit.
AMAZING BUBBLE MAN : Catch the Amazing Bubble Man show in Davis on Sunday. This is a great option if you are looking for a dedicated, ticketed performance event for kids.It's a dedicated performance show on Sunday, which is otherwise light on ticketed options.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5FREE : This Saturday morning storytime focuses on songs, rhymes, and movement tailored for early learning skills in young children.It's a great weekend anchor event for families with younger kids at a local library branch.
FREE : Enjoy stories, songs, and movement in both Spanish and English. This is a wonderful way to introduce bilingual learning through fun activities.Offers a unique bilingual experience in the morning.
FREE : This program is specifically geared toward bonding and early learning for caregivers and babies under 18 months old, featuring singing and book sharing.Perfectly targeted for the youngest Sacramento residents on a Saturday morning.
FREE : If you have a teen (13-19), this is a great drop-in session where they can earn community service credits by helping the library. It runs mid-day Saturday.Great structured activity for older kids needing service hours.
: Get outdoors early Saturday morning at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova for a 'Lil' Sprouts' session focused on Earth Stewardship. A great way to connect kids with nature before lunch.It’s an early morning nature-based activity, offering variety away from downtown events.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Sacramento this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) there are several free library events including Family Storytime at the Pocket Library, Mixed Media Art Journaling in Orangevale, and a Pi Day celebration at Elk Grove Regional Park.
Are there any events specifically for toddlers or babies this weekend?
Yes, the Central Library is hosting a special Baby Storytime Saturday morning for ages up to 18 months, and Fairytale Town hosts its Toddler Time every Tuesday (though Tuesday is outside this weekend, look for their Saturday 'Humpty's Activity Club' instead).
What can teens do this Saturday?
Teens aged 13-19 can earn community service credits during the Teen Service Saturday event at the Rancho Cordova Library from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
