Family events in Madera, CA

Kids can get creative with a variety of hands-on activities, from arts and crafts and drawing to playful macaroni creations. There is a make-your-own mud pie station in the mud kitchen and a fairy garden to explore. Movement and action are part of the fun too, with dancing, climbing, and water play. Nature-themed moments include picking flowers and planting vegetables. With options both indoors and outdoors, the focus is on sparking your child's imagination through open-ended play.

CalPride Valle Central offers a supportive group for LGBTQ+ youth ages 12 to 17, providing an affirming and inclusive place to connect with peers, share experiences, and receive encouragement. Participants can choose to speak, listen, or simply spend time in a caring community that nurtures understanding and friendship. Parents and guardians with questions about the facilitators or how the group is structured can reach out by direct message, call (209) 749-2051, or email infovc@calpride.org.

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returns to Fashion Fair in Fresno with a pop-up offering cute treats and merchandise, available while supplies last. Look for it near Fleming's.

Take a breather, enjoy a treat, and get creative at Monkey Dog Coffee with Snackin’ Sloth, an all-ages, alcohol-free painting experience hosted by Party Paint. Personalize an adorable pre-sketched sloth canvas, or request a blank canvas if you prefer to start from scratch. Step-by-step guidance is provided, all painting supplies are included, and upbeat music sets a friendly tone. Food and beverages are available for purchase from the venue, and outside food or drinks are not permitted. This activity is suitable for beginners, families, and animal lovers. Tickets are $25. All ages are welcome, with a recommendation for ages 10 and up. Each minor needs their own ticket and must attend with a ticketed adult. Plan to check in early so you can get settled with your group, and note that painting begins promptly. Guests arriving more than 30 minutes after the start will not be admitted and are not eligible for refunds or exchanges. All ticket sales are final unless the event is fully canceled without a new date. If plans change, tickets can be rescheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice or transferred to another attendee who can check in under the purchaser’s name. Requests within 24 hours of the event cannot be accommodated. Tips to the Starvin’ Artist Fund are encouraged. Photography and video may be taken for Party Paint’s social media and promotional use, and purchasing a ticket signifies consent to these policies.

West Fresno marks the grand opening of the Yo’Ville Farmers Market, a certified marketplace centered on community, culture, and connection. Visitors can find farm-fresh, locally grown produce alongside area farmers and vendors, enjoy music and flavorful food, and take part in farm and garden activities suitable for all ages. EBT and WIC are accepted to help make healthy options more accessible. Organized by Fresno Metropolitan Ministries, the market supports its mission to learn, connect, and engage toward healthier people and places while celebrating the abundance and diversity of local food in West Fresno.

Woodward Park BMX Race Track hosts weekly BMX racing that welcomes riders of all ages. On-site, same-day registration is available. Entry is $8 for Striders and $12 for Riders. For questions, call (559) 621-7529. This event does not require vendors, so please ignore solicitations and refer only to official updates.