Free events in Citrus Heights, CA

Tango On Broadway offers beginner and intermediate Argentine tango classes that welcome newcomers as well as experienced dancers interested in trying the opposite role. Come solo or with friends and learn in a warm, supportive setting that keeps the focus on having fun while building skills. A practice session follows the classes to help reinforce what you learn. Thanks to a standing arrangement with Mission Oaks Community Center, first-time attendees can take their initial class for free. Ongoing options are available at $10 for a full night or $30 for a month. Classes are not held on public holidays. The venue is Tango On Broadway at Mission Oaks Community Center.

A laid back walk and run at Fair Oaks Plaza Park welcomes moms as well as anyone who simply wants to move, breathe fresh air, and connect with others. This free, inclusive gathering supports all paces, and walking the entire way is completely fine. The route heads toward the American River Trail and stays on the road alongside it, allowing plenty of space for strollers and conversation. Expect a gentle walking warm up, a series of walk and run intervals that will gradually progress over time, and a relaxed walking cool down. Strollers and kids are welcome. Beginners are encouraged, and walkers and runners of any pace are supported. Participation is flexible, so it is fine to arrive or leave as needed or turn back early. An optional coffee hang may follow. For safety, a one time digital liability waiver is requested before attending.

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.

Enjoy a complimentary tea service that creates space for conversation and connection. Neighbors gather to swap stories while the kettle stays warm. Participants are encouraged to bring their voice, practice listening, and carry along an old teapot to add to the shared experience.

Neon Playboys return for a lively show that invites dancing beneath the night sky. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets for comfortable seating. Food trucks will be available before the music begins, with the lineup to be announced closer to the show. Please note that alcohol is not sold on site, the park is tobacco and vape free, and only approved vendors and exhibitors are permitted.

A no-cost monthly clinic offers checks and repairs for vehicle lights, including headlights, and it continues in any weather. Bring your car to have light issues fixed for free. Volunteers interested in lending a hand are welcome to help out.

An easygoing community walk and run welcomes moms and non-parents alike, focusing on getting moving, fresh air, and friendly connection. It is free and inclusive, with no speed expectations or prior experience needed, and walking the whole way is completely fine. The route heads toward the American River Trail and uses the road alongside it, which typically has light traffic, offering ample space for strollers and conversation. Expect a brief walking warm-up, a series of short walk and easy run intervals that gradually progress toward equal run and walk segments, and a relaxed cool-down. Late starts, early finishes, or turning back when it suits you are all acceptable. Strollers and kids are welcome, walkers and runners of any pace are supported, and beginners are encouraged. A casual coffee get-together often follows. For safety, please complete the one-time digital liability waiver before participating.