North State Parent magazine

Red Bluff Round-Up Parade: 150 Year Celebration
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Red Bluff, 600 Main St., Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
The 72nd Annual Red Bluff Round-Up Parade is marching back into town and it’s going to be BIG! This year’s theme: 150 Years of Stars & Stripes and Hometown Spirit.

Come enjoy floats, horses, marching bands, classic cars, hometown heroes — this is YOUR moment to shine and show off your Red Bluff pride!

Questions? email gretchen@redbluffchamber.com

Kid's Day Festival 2026
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Bel Air Park, 450 College Ave, Weed, CA, 96094, United States
Get ready for one of the most fun-filled days of the year! Bring the whole family out for the 11th Annual Spring Kids Day Festival — packed with laughter, activities, and community connection.
TOTALLY FREE for everyone – thanks to our amazing sponsors!
Face Painting, Bounce Houses, Obstacle Courses, Live Music, Animals & Magic Show, Games & Activities, Drawing for Prizes from Local Businesses & Restaurants – Over $2,000 in Prizes from Local Businesses will be given out!
FREE Food & Drinks along with 25+ Vendors to explore
This is the perfect way to spend a spring day with your family and connect with the community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Yappy Hour Adoption Event
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Branch House, 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 96001, United States
Puppies, patio time, and the perfect way to spend your Saturday.⁠

Come to Branch House Riverfront Bistro on Saturday, April 18, from 10am to 2pm for our Yappy Hour Adoption Event with Haven Humane Society.⁠
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Meet adoptable pups, grab a free pup cup, and explore our dog-friendly menu as you take in the riverfront views.⁠
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Your new best friend could be waiting for you.

Touch a Truck (WoYC)
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Inter-Mountain Fair, 44218 A St, McArthur, CA, 96056, United States
Come meet community helpers and explore emergency vehicles like ambulances, fire trucks, logging vehicles, and more! Enjoy the kids’ zone with a petting zoo and special activities, and grab food from local food trucks.
FREE for families with children 0-5! $5 for individuals or $20 for families with children older than 5
Location: Intermountain Fairgrounds, 44218 A St, McArthur
Sponsors: Rotary of Burney-Fall River, Tri County Community Network, First 5 Shasta

Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
2026-04-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-22 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-23 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-30 09:00 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | Turtle Bay Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 96001, United States
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026.
Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some of the Earth’s last great wild places. Created over decades, the work reflects deep knowledge of animal behavior and the patience to wait for nature’s most powerful moments.
Among the photographs many visitors will recognize are Polar Dance (1989), showing polar bears appearing to dance across the Arctic ice; Mountain Outlaw (2014), a dramatic head-on charge of a grizzly bear through snow; and Catch of the Day (1988), which captures the precise instant a salmon leaps into the open jaws of a brown bear along Alaska’s Brooks River. Notably one of the most widely circulated wildlife photographs in history, Catch of the Day was created before digital cameras and without manipulation. The exhibition showcases a breadth of subjects including mammals, birds, flowers, and iconic landscapes from Alaska’s Denali Range to the African savanna.
These remarkable works by Thomas D. Mangelsen reflect more than 50 years of dedication as an artist and conservationist. His work has earned many top honors, including Conservation Photographer of the Year, placement in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, and recognition as one of the most influential and important photographers of his time.
The exhibition is free for members and included with admission. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday for winter hours.

Aquarium & Pets: Pet Visits!
2026-04-20, 2026-04-24, 2026-04-27, 2026-05-01 | Aquarium & Pets, 345 S Main St, Red Bluff, 96080, United States
If you are looking for a free way to spend those extra days over the school holiday breaks, head on down to Aquarium & Pets where you and your children can visit and learn about an array of pets, from reptiles and fish to the furrier kind! No purchase necessary to visit!
Regular business hours: 7 days/week, 9am-6pm

Kids' Farm Days - Nor Cal Party Petting Zoo (Wed 10-1pm)
2026-04-22 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Nor Cal Party Petting Zoo, 1235 Third st, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly farm experience with ponies, sheep, llamas, tortoises, bunnies, pigs, chickens, ducks, and more.Activities include petting zoo, pony painting, grooming station, and pony rides ($10).
Wednesdays 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM1st and 3rd Saturdays 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Must RSVP with link: form.jotform.com/253087632367059

Kids Farm Days - Nor Cal Party Petting Zoo (Wed 5-7pm)
2026-04-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Nor Cal Party Petting Zoo, 1235 Third st, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States

Loose Leash Walking Seminar
2026-04-25 07:30 - 08:30, 2026-05-02 07:30 - 08:30 | Sundial Bridge, Sacramento River Trail, Redding, 96001
This a free event. Any dog with behavioral issues must be approved and currently enrolled in class to attend. All others are welcome. Will meet every week, same time starting on the posted date above.

Voices of Nature
2026-04-25 10:30 - 13:00 | Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Discover the wild side of learning at the Chico Creek Nature Center’s Voices of Nature: Saturday Series — a monthly adventure where curiosity comes alive! Each session spotlights a fascinating theme — from turtles and birds to frogs (Feb), snakes (March), endangered species (April) and field research (May) — brought to life by passionate guest speakers and our Animal Care Naturalists.
Visit our Event Website link below to register today for your session with the specific critter you’re interested in!
*We hold 2 sessions each day, and they last 1 hour each. 10:30–11:30 AM and 12–1 PM

Sacramento River Discovery Center Field Trips
2026-04-28 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-29 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-30 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-01 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane, Red Bluff, 96080, United States
Looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience that’s both fun and educational? Look no further than The Sacramento River Discovery Center Inc in the Red Bluff Recreation area! The entire family will love learning about nature and finding out facts about plants and animals and ways to help take care of the environment.
Our center is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that offers a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable gardening in our native drought-tolerant garden and water conservation, while enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to camp, play disc golf, or picnic with family and friends, we have something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the stunning local beauty of nature at the Sacramento River Discovery Center Inc. and learn how to conserve our precious resources.
Call today to book your field trip! 530-527-1196 Mon-Fri 9am-1pm.
Bird Walk – 1st Saturday of the month at 9am. Meet Mr. Ben Hughes & Dr. Danke in the parking lot by the visitor’s center.
