Family events in Citrus Heights, CA

High School Musical arrives at the Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center in the Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, brought to the stage by the young performers of Valkyrie Theatre Company’s summer program. Guided by professional theater artists, students strengthen their acting, vocal, and dance skills in a collaborative setting, building confidence and stage presence as they rehearse. The training leads to polished, fully staged performances that highlight each participant’s growth and creativity. Inspired by the Disney Channel favorite, the story follows Troy, Gabriella, and their classmates at East High as they navigate friendship, identity, and the resolve to break free from expectations, all set to an upbeat pop-rock soundtrack. Tickets range from $20 to $44.50.

At Eagle's Nest Park, Food Truck Mania in Anatolia showcases a wide variety of gourmet food trucks with flavors to suit many tastes. The setting is welcoming for all ages, offering a friendly place to share a meal and make memories with family and friends. All participating trucks follow strict health standards, and online ordering is available for contactless pickup.

Children ages 3 to 5 who are getting ready for TK or preschool can build school readiness at SCM with hands-on activities that support fine motor development and social and emotional growth. Each session features guided in-class experiences and includes a workbook for kids and caregivers to continue learning at home. Participation is included with general admission, and members attend at no additional cost.

Discover a community farmers market with local produce, hot and ready-to-eat foods, craft vendors, and live music. There are weekly activities for kids. A new community corner showcases local businesses, chef demonstrations, and more. The market is held rain or shine and is located next to Rocklin Quarry Adventure Park.

Solstice Farms in Loomis hosts a weekly open farm market featuring organic produce picked on site, fresh eggs, local honey, flowers in season, and hand-muddled lemonade. The selection shifts with the harvest, so each visit offers something new straight from the fields. Families are welcome to meet the farmers and take home fresh foods while supporting a small local farm.

Enjoy a festive kickoff day featuring returning favorites and new surprises in the works. Look for merchandise and food available for purchase, bounce houses, and games for all ages, with more details to come. Volunteers will be needed throughout the day, and coaches will share updates as the event approaches.

At Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre, Zak Mirz presents Kid @ ❤️, an energetic mix of music, storytelling, and heartfelt moments in a live production. Mirz is a multidisciplinary artist, performer, and creative producer recognized for immersive, genre-crossing shows and for national exposure on America’s Got Talent. With experience spanning music, spoken word, and visual storytelling, his work emphasizes authenticity, connection, and bold creativity. Kid @ ❤️ explores themes of youth, identity, and connection through a contemporary lens, moving fluidly between intimate passages and playful bursts of energy to create a show that feels both personal and expansive. Tickets are priced between $27 and $33.