• Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology

    Valene L Smith Museum
    Valene L Smith Museum of Anthropology 400 W 1st St., Chico, CA, United States

    The end of the school year often means scheduling a class trip to the museum. The Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at Chico State is now scheduling FREE one-hour experiences. Enjoy the hands-on exhibit "What's Your Mood?" that explores the difference between moods and feelings. Includes fun activities and interactives to dive deeper. Schedule […]

    FREE
  • Motion Mania @ Gateway Science Museum

    Motion Mania @ Gateway Science Museum
    Gateway Science Museum 625 Esplanade, Chico, CA, United States

    Have you ever wondered why some people love roller coasters so much? Is it the speed? Is it the inherent danger? Is it the fascination with the physics? Motion Mania unlocks these answers through the build, design, and test process. 

    $5 – $10
  • 4th Annual Foster Care Museum at monca

    3rd Annual Foster Care MONCA Exhibit
    Museum of Northern California Art (monca) 900 Esplanade, Chico, CA

    The 4th Annual Foster Care Museum will be held at the Museum of Northern California Art (monca) from March 19th through May 3rd, 2026. This exhibition is dedicated to sharing the unique foster care experience and celebrates foster youth’s resilience, talents, and perseverance. Through their stories, art, and artifacts, foster youth invite the community to […]

  • Move, Learn & Play at Turtle Bay (WoYC)

    Turtle Bay Museum 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 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 […]

    FREE
  • All-Ages Lego Club

    All-Ages Lego Club
    Mount Shasta Library 515 East Alma Street, Mount Shasta, United States

    Head on down to the Mount Shasta Library for Friday afternoon lego club -- relax, reset your brain after a long week, inspire and be inspired by your fellow builders, and let your creativity shine!

    free
  • Nintendo Switch at Red Bluff Library

    Nintendo Switch at Red Bluff Library
    Red Bluff Library 545 Diamond Ave, Red Bluff, CA, United States

    Join us at the Red Bluff Public Library to meet new friends and enjoy a fun afternoon of Nintendo Switch gaming! Try out a new game or bring a favorite from home to share. Don’t have one? No problem—we’ll have games available to play together. All ages welcome. Come connect, play, and level up your […]

    FREE
  • Shasta Children’s Chorus

    Shasta Children’s Chorus

    Calling all young singers! Children in Grades 2 through 8 are eligible to particpate in this free program. No auditions, no fees! Choose the rehearsal that fits your family's schedule, Wednesdays at Old City Hall OR Fridays at MLK Center! Register online today using our Event Website link!

    free
  • Spring Fest Car & Bike Show

    Downtown Redding Market Street, Redding, CA, 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.

    FREE
  • Paint & Play Family Night (WoYC)

    Mountain Community Center 29775 CA-299, Round Mountain, 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

    FREE
  • Alice in Wonderland

    Alice in Wonderland
    Center for the Arts 1475 East Ave., Chico, CA, United States

    Friends of the Chico Community Ballet, Inc. proudly presents the 34th Annual Keeping Dance Alive! 2026, a celebration of dance, storytelling, and local artistic talent featuring a special, family focused performance of Alice in Wonderland. This special show of Alice in Wonderland will take place Saturday, April 18 at 1:00 PM. Matinee tickets are $10 […]

    $10 – $20