North State Parent magazine

Jumping with Grizzly Spirit (WoYC)
2026-04-17 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rare Air Trampoline Park Redding, 3625 Old 44 Dr, Redding, CA, 96003-5434, United States
Join Rocky Point Charter School in celebrating the Week of the Young Child with a free two-hour run, jump, and bounce session in partnership with Rare Air. Learn more about our tuition-free programs for children entering TK through 8th grade, meet members of our team, and discover how Rocky Point supports joyful, whole-child intentional learning.
Location: Rare Air, 3625 Old 44 Dr #9306, Redding
Sponsors: Rocky Point Charter School, First 5 Shasta

Under the Sea (WoYC)
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Kindred Hearts, 2665 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 96002, United States
Join us for an indoor and outdoor sensory experience! These activities are structured to foster creativity, develop gross and fine motor skills, and improve social-emotional regulation.
Location: Kindred Hearts, 2110 Ferry St, Anderson
Sponsors: Kindred Hearts, First 5 Shasta

Kool April Nites 2026 KICKS OFF TODAY
2026-04-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Players Pizza, 2305 Balls Ferry Rd, Anderson, CA, 96007, United States
ANDERSON — WE’RE COMING IN HOT!

Kool April Nites is kicking things off in Anderson with the Player’s Pizza Show & Shine — and you’re invited! Come see us on Friday April 17th from 10 am to 2 pm!

FREE Car Registration (first come, first served — up to 100 vehicles!) Motorcycles welcome Music by DJ Jake & Jen Featuring Chaos Crew Car Club Prizes & Trophies FREE arcade games for the kids Full restaurant open with food, drinks & beer Baked goods available

Bring the whole family, grab a slice, and check out some incredible rides as we roll into Anderson and start the week off right.

Move, Learn & Play at Turtle Bay (WoYC)
2026-04-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Turtle Bay Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 96001, United States
Enjoy fun activities that give young children creative ways to move and play throughout the Museum, along with a story time at 2:30pm & 3:30pm. Don’t forget to explore more ways to move your body and be an extreme athlete in the Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits exhibition!
This special event is free for children 5 and under. Each child 5 and under admits one adult free of charge; children 6 and older and additional adults are half price.
Pre-registration is required: turtlebay.org/wotyc

Spring Fest Car & Bike Show
2026-04-17 16:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Redding, Market Street, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Free community event featuring a car and bike show, live DJ, food vendors and beer.
Downtown Market St Promenade, Redding, CA
Concert begins at 6:00 PM.
Proceeds benefit Ready for Life, supporting youth in Shasta County through housing, resources and community programs.

Paint & Play Family Night (WoYC)
2026-04-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Mountain Community Center, 29775 CA-299, Round Mountain, 96084, United States
Children will enjoy age-appropriate art activities, including mess-free sensory painting for toddlers and guided abstract flower painting for older children. Families will also share a hot nutritious meal while connecting with other local families and community resources.
Location: Mountain Community Center, 29775 Highway 299 East, Round Mountain
Sponsors: Mountain Community Center Inc, First 5 Shasta

Family Night at the Round-Up Rodeo: Red Bluff
2026-04-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Tehama District Fairgrounds, 650 Antelope Blvd, Red Bluff, 96080, United States
Join us for “Family Night” and bring the whole crew*! It’s also ‘𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝-𝐔𝐩’ to kick off the first performance of the 105th Red Bluff Round-Up as we honor those who have served and continue to serve our country and local communities.
The rodeo action starts at 7:00 p.m., sharp on Friday, April 17, 2026. Pre rodeo events include Mutton Bustin’ and the Wild Pony Race. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., so be sure to arrive early & follow our Clear Bag Policy.

Tickets are available only at Redbluffroundup.com or by contacting our office at (530) 527-1000
*Infants who do not require their own seat get in free.

Round-Up Pancake Breakfast
2026-04-18 07:00 - 22:00 | Red Bluff Elks Lodge #1250, 355 Gilmore Rd., Red Bluff, CA, United States
The Red Bluff Kiwanis Club’s annual Round-Up Pancake Breakfast is set for Saturday, April 18th from 7 am to 10 am. This amazing community tradition is held at the Red Bluff Elks Lodge and tickets are $5 each. Children under 6 are free!

For the low, low price of just $5, you get big, fluffy pancakes with a slice of grilled ham and all you can drink coffee, milk and orange juice. What a steal!!!! We haven’t increased our prices in over 20 years – take your family out for the last remaining affordable breakfast and help keep this annual Round-Up community tradition going!

You can purchase tickets from any Red Bluff Kiwanis member or tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event.

**We will also have a “to go” option for those that need to set up early for the parade or for anyone else that can’t stick around to enjoy this super fun community gathering. Please remember there may be a short wait for to go orders.

All proceeds help to send over 100 kids to our annual Kiwanis Camp this summer so gather your family and friends for this annual tradition!

Tickets are available from any Red Bluff Kiwanis member, or you can purchase them at the door. Thanks for supporting our Kiwanis Camp efforts!

Bigfoot Adventure Challenge
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Redding, CA, Redding, CA, United States
Gear up for a family adventure! Explore Shasta County’s treasured trails and hunt for Bigfoot on the ultimate outdoor quest! Download a passport to participate and get clues as to where Bigfoot is hiding. Participate in 3 adventures and be eligible for a Bigfoot book and stickers, while they last. Get on a bike or slip on sneakers and head outside on a great adventure with the kids! Passports available April 1 – May 31, 2026.
Sponsors: Redding Trail Alliance, City of Redding, Healthy Shasta

Little Sprouts Market Bucks (WoYC)
2026-04-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Little hands, big flavors! Families with kids ages 0-5 years and Moms-to-be can grab Market Bucks for fresh fruits & veggies at the Redding Farmers Market. Check in at the Market Manager’s Booth!
Ready to dig into some fun? We are teaming up with the master gardeners to teach your kids how to plant their very own strawberry plants- a FREE, fun and educational activity they’ll love!
Location: Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Ave, Redding
Sponsors: Shasta Growers Association, First 5 Shasta

Miss Unstoppables Beauty Peagant
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Sequoia Middle School, 1805 Sequoia St., Redding, CA, 96001, United States
A great all day event where girls with disabilities get to come be stars of a show. They get to shine and show off their abilities. We do ask that 1 female chaperone stay with the child through the day. When it’s performance time we will have volunteers to help so parents and chaperones are able to watch.
A brief run down:9am-12pm the girls come and learn an intro dance do walk through of the show. Then take a lunch break come back and do one last walk through then it’s show time. The performance for friends and family get to watch.
This year we are excited to have opened up the pageant to littles.
There is a lot of moving pieces and we are asking that all contestants are registered and have everything turned in by March 31st.
To register or ask questions please Email: unstoppablesab@yahoo.com
Cost is $50 to participate (price includes 1 ticket to the performance and girls will get a shirt, tiara, and trophy.)Additional tickets to the show are $25 (at door)
Hope to see you there.

Grasshopper Bug Run (WoYC)
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Redding City Hall, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Dress like your favorite bug and come run for fun. Leave the adults in the dust and go on a bug adventure. Children will run and challenge themselves through fun obstacles. Crawl, hop, climb and run. See you at the Grasshopper Bug Run!
Registration is required and free at reddingrecreation.org
Location: Redding Recreation’s Grasshopper Zone, 777 Cypress Ave, Redding
Sponsors: City of Redding, Redding Recreation, First 5 Shasta

Red Bluff Round-Up Parade: 150 Year Celebration
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | 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

Rev, Rumble & Roar (WoYC)
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Ave, Redding, CA, United States
Come explore different vehicles, participate in vehicle and construction themed activities, crafts, and more!
Location: Redding Public Library, 1100 Parkview Ave, Redding
Sponsors: Shasta Public Libraries, First 5 Shasta

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!

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

Week of the Young Child Concert (WoYC)
2026-04-18 10:30 - 12:00 | Redding Old City Hall, 1313 Market St., Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Families with young children are invited to experience a joyful, interactive concert with the Shasta Children’s Chorus. Participants will create simple instruments, sing and move together, and enjoy a short concert at this event designed especially for children aged 0-5. Giveaways and refreshments provided!
Location: Old City Hall Arts Center, 1313 Market St, Redding
Sponsors: Shasta Children’s Chorus, Shasta County Arts Council, First 5 Shasta

Bike Safety Rodeo
2026-04-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Caldwell Park, 54 Quartz Hill Rd., Redding, 96003
Gear up for biking with kids!
Join us for a fun and interactive bike safety rodeo, hosted by Healthy Shasta. Kids will learn essential bike safety skills including helmet checks, riding techniques, and traffic rules.
Learn routes that are comfortable to ride with kids like the new loop in downtown Redding!

2026 Redding Earth Day Festival
2026-04-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Caldwell Park, 54 Quartz Hill Rd., Redding, 96003
Shasta Environmental Alliance is hosting another free Earth Day Festival at Caldwell Park. This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlights the importance of renewable energy and the power of collective action for our environment. Learn more about this theme at earthday.org.
We will have many children’s activities and games again in addition to live music and food vendors. There will also be many educational booths for adults as well! This is a free, family-friendly event so we hope you’ll join us!
*Additionally, we will have free, secure bike parking, and, in the spirit of Earth Day, Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) will be offering rides on all routes free all day, making it easier for the community to to participate in the Earth Day festivities at Caldwell Park!

Bike Rodeo (WoYC)
2026-04-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Caldwell Park, 54 Quartz Hill Rd., Redding, 96003
Learn bike safety at the bike rodeo! Bikes and helmets will be available to use, or kids can bring their own. Event will be west of the Earth Day Festival in Caldwell Park near the Lake Redding boat ramp.
Location: Caldwell Park (near the boat ramp), 58 Quartz Hill Rd, Redding
Sponsors: Healthy Shasta, CHP, Shasta Environmental Alliance, First 5 Shasta

Plant & Play Garden Day (WoYC)
2026-04-18 12:00 - 15:00 | Big Bend Community Land Trust, 24973 Big Bend Rd, Big Bend, CA, United States
This event will provide families with young children an engaging opportunity to participate in hands on garden learning in our community garden. Pots and seeds will be provided for painting and planting. Different garden activities will be available for all ages to have fun learning about gardening and where food comes from. Join us for a free community lunch!
Location: Big Bend Community Land Trust, 24973 Big Bend Rd, Big Bend
Sponsors: Big Bend Community Land Trust, First 5 Shasta

Little Buckaroos Bash (WoYC)
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Shasta County Office of Education- Early Childhood Services, 43 Hilltop Drive, Redding, CA, 96003, United States
Yee-haw! Grab your boots and hats for an afternoon of rodeo-themed fun! Our Little Buckaroos Bash is designed specifically for children ages 0–8 and their families. Enjoy hands-on rodeo activities, sensory play, and rodeo-themed games perfect for junior trailblazers. Grazing snacks will be served. Information about local resources will be available.
Location: Early Childhood Services, Shasta County Office of Education, 43 Hilltop Dr, Redding
Sponsors: Early Childhood Services, Shasta County Office of Education, Help Me Grow, First 5 Shasta

7th Annual Anderson River Park Show and Shine
2026-04-18 13:30 - 16:30 | Anderson River Park, 2800 Rupert Road, Anderson, CA, 96007
Join us for the 7th Annual Anderson River Park Show and Shine on Saturday, April 18th.

We are kicking off Kool April Nites week with hundreds of classic cars and trucks making it the largest show and shine free to the public. There are 14 award categories, kids’ activities, scavenger hunts, raffle baskets and 50/50 raffles plus food and beer!

All taking place next to the Sacramento River in Anderson River Park. Don’t miss this fun family friendly event! (Please, no dogs allowed).

Entry is free to the public. Car registration is $20 and will include 20 raffle tickets and souvenir stadium cup. Registration will take place AT THE EVENT ONLY. Cash, debit and credit cards accepted.

All event proceeds go directly back into non-profit community development efforts and events such as Mosquito Serenade, Anderson Explodes and Vendor Markets!

Please be mindful of online scams – we will NOT be accepting any advance payment or online registration. No tickets will be sold or required.

A very special thank you to Professional Exterminators for being our title sponsor this year.

7th Annual Anderson River Park Show and Shine
2026-04-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Kent’s Meats, 8080 Airport Rd, Redding, 96022, United States
Kick off Kool April Nites with Kent’s Meats & Groceries!
FREE car entry FREE BBQ beef sandwich with entry Live music + raffle prizes

Awards for:• Best Stock• Best Modified• Best of Show

Bring the family. Bring the horsepower. We’ll bring the BBQ. See you there!

Chico Chaihouse Spring Market
2026-04-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Chico Chai House, 1441 Park Avenue, Chico, 95928, United States
Join us at Chico Chaihouse on April 19th for our Spring Market! Hosted by Your Local Marketplace.
For the second year in a row, we are bringing fabulous local vendors to the Chaihouse for a fun day of shopping on a nice Spring day. Come grab a cup of tea and explore treasures made by local creators while you sip!

Music and Activities: Live music by Run Honey Run
Free kids’ crafts by Gloria’s Wood Blossoms.
Free tea tastings by Chico Chai
Free samples by TurkeyTail Farm
Pet portraits by JT Reid Art
Artisans and Makers: Products from DB Designs, Poni Design, Selkie Stitches, Sienna Ceramics, Melted Metal Co., In Our Nature, Nerdi Man, Swagner Art & Jewelry, NOBLE Art, Acecare Tech USA INC., Smashing Crafts, TurkeyTail Farm and Night Blooming Jasmine.
Food and Treats: Culinary delights from A Taste of Mi Kasa and baked goods from Adrianna’s Bakery.

Sunbelt Rentals Show & Shine
2026-04-20 12:00 - 15:00 | Sunbelt Rentals, 4965 S Barney Rd, Anderson, 96007, United States
Join us for an afternoon packed with classic cars, cool bikes, and good vibes at Sunbelt Rentals! Whether you’re a die-hard car enthusiast or just looking for something fun to do, this is the spot.

FREE Car & Motorcycle Registration & free for spectators Charlew’s Tap House Food Truck serving it up Music, swag, raffle prizes & more Live radio coverage + air live feed the day of

Pull up, have fun, grab some food, and check out some seriously clean rides. This is one you don’t want to miss.

Earth Day Celebration: A STEAM Focused Activity
2026-04-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Red Bluff Library, 545 Diamond Ave, Red Bluff, CA, 96080, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with a fun, hands-on STEAM activity focused on making a positive environmental impact. Learn about and practice the 4 R’s—Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rethink—through engaging activities for kids.
Hosted by Tehama County Library and Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency

Starship Variety Hour
2026-04-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Redding Civic Auditorium, 700 Auditorium Dr, Redding, CA, 96001, United States
Starship Variety Hour returns for a special encore performance during Kool April Nites.
Come enjoy a FREE show with unreal talent! (Donations appreciated.)
Doors open at 5 PM Doors and the show will begin at 5:30 PM.
Come out for a night of music and enjoy this show before it’s gone!
