This weekend in Placer County, CA

Celebrating its 24th year, Tour de Lincoln is a community focused cycling event that benefits the community via the Rotary Club of Lincoln. Riders travel the scenic back roads of Lincoln and South Placer County with route choices for every ability, including a 10K, metric quarter century, metric half century, and metric century. The day includes a continental breakfast, well stocked rest stops, SAG and mechanical assistance along the routes, and a post ride barbecue lunch with beer and wine. Family friendly activities at McBean Park create a welcoming experience for seasoned cyclists and newcomers alike.

Browse a friendly community farmers market with farm fresh produce, hot and ready-to-eat foods, artisan crafts, live music, and weekly activities for kids. Explore the new community corner that spotlights local businesses, chef demonstrations, and more. It happens every Saturday, rain or shine. The market is located next to Rocklin Quarry Adventure Park.

Presented by The Grale of Scotland, this inaugural 18-hole match at Woodcreek G.C. in Roseville features a field of 36 golfers competing for a one-of-a-kind trophy. Pairings are set by a blind draw of numbers 1 through 36, creating twosomes of 1 with 2, 3 with 4, and so on. Victory goes to the duo with the lowest combined score. The fee is $125 per player and includes range balls, a boxed lunch, a T-shirt, and a raffle prize. Registration takes place before play, with complimentary range balls available for warm-up. Updates with photos of swag bag items and raffle prizes will be posted.

Miles for Hope in Roseville brings the community together at Maidu Regional Park to raise funds for Hope Mommies. Participants can choose a 10k, a 5k, or a children’s fun run, all supporting a 501(c)(3) organization that serves families after pregnancy or infant loss. In addition to the races, attendees can enjoy food trucks from the area, vendor tables, a raffle, an inflatable bounce house, and other activities. Sponsorship opportunities are available, including a Title Sponsor. Those who are not local can still take part through nationwide participation options.

Friends of the Library has designated donation-only days to make drop-offs simple. There is a particular need for puzzles. Donations will be accepted at The Annex, just uphill from the library.

Local dogs and their humans take the spotlight at Fountains at Roseville for a Howl-O-Ween costume show and pawrade. Expect playful capes, crowns, and creative outfits as participants strut for judges, with prizes for the top three costumes. After the show, the festivities continue with a pawrade through the center. Entry for the onstage competition is full, but spectators may watch without registration and are welcome to dress up. For everyone’s safety, all dogs in attendance must stay on leash, be non-reactive, and be comfortable around other dogs and people. The event goes on rain or shine, with an indoor backup plan if outdoor conditions are not suitable.

Hosted by AllStars916, the Lowlympics Trunk or Treat brings together automotive enthusiasts of all kinds. Every type of vehicle and build is invited to take part, whether arriving solo or with a car club. More than 100 medallions will be presented across a range of categories. The atmosphere is family friendly, welcoming children and adults of all ages.

Auburn welcomes a lobster roll food truck offering both mobile and walk-up ordering. Contactless orders can be placed in the mobile app, with payment options that include major credit cards as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay. App orders are accepted only for same-day posted events and typically open a few hours before each truck event, once the previous event has finished. Order ahead to skip the line and pick up at the designated window at your selected time. If mobile ordering is limited or unavailable, orders are always taken directly at the truck window. The app also features a loyalty program that awards points toward free food, earned automatically on app orders or by scanning the app loyalty card during checkout at the window.

Explore a preview of the Placer Artists Tour at Blue Line Gallery in Roseville, where a single work from every participating artist, school, and gallery is displayed together. This annual showcase kicks off the Tour and provides an easy way to pick up a guidebook and plan which artists to visit. Admission is free during regular gallery hours. A gala reception will include appetizers, beverages, and live music from members of the Auburn Symphony, and many artists will be available to discuss their work. The event connects visitors with the local art community and helps them prepare for the Tour.

This festive bunco event features costumes, camaraderie, and plenty of dice rolling. Now in its seventh year, Spooktacular Bunco welcomes families, friends, veterans, and service members at the Roseville Veteran Hall for lunch followed by spirited games, prizes, and opportunities to connect. Each ticket helps fund care packages for deployed service members, supports local veterans, and advances efforts that honor Gold Star Families and their children. Tickets are $30 and include lunch, with laughs and lighthearted thrills in store.

Market Plaza Live hosts a live performance by Livin' the Dream in Roseville, California.

At Roseville Host Lions Club, trained performers bring the classic Gingerbread Boy to life with a lively mix of improvisation and commedia, transforming a simple read-aloud into interactive theater. The audience can play along from their seats, and volunteers may be invited onstage to help tell the story. Designed for families with participants ages 4 through adult and especially suitable for elementary students, the performance runs about 45 to 60 minutes, shaped by the energy in the room. Expect an active, fun, and educational experience from start to finish.

The Wallflowers bring the Bringing Down the Horse 30th Anniversary Tour to Quarry Park Amphitheatre, presenting the 1996 album start to finish alongside a second set that spans their catalog. The record is certified six times Platinum and features the Grammy-winning single "One Headlight", which leads Billboard’s Greatest of All Time Adult Alternative Songs chart, along with "6th Avenue Heartache", "The Difference", "Three Marlenas", and "Josephine". It earned multiple Grammy nominations and showcases Jakob Dylan’s songwriting and vocals. The performance also draws from later releases, including songs from Exit Wounds, produced by Butch Walker, and deeper cuts from albums like Glad All Over. Beyond the band, Dylan’s work includes solo albums, executive producing the Echo in the Canyon documentary, and collaborations with artists such as Neil Young, Tom Petty, Beck, and Fiona Apple. Set in an open-air amphitheatre with tiered grass seating, this concert centers on Bringing Down the Horse performed in full, complemented by favorites from across three decades of music.

Old Town Auburn’s ghost tour returns with an expanded experience at the Auburn Courthouse. Over the course of two hours, this walking event visits 10 immersive stops that blend theatrical storytelling with local history supported by the Placer County Archives and Docent Guild. Expect tales of Alma Bell, the Fire Queen, and Adolf Weber, plus new apparitions added this year, as the gold rush past and its lingering legends are brought to life along the town’s streets. Tickets are $40, and capacity is limited to 250 per night. All proceeds benefit local nonprofits.

Explore a community farmers market at Maidu Regional Park featuring seasonal produce, farm eggs, local honey, fresh herbs, and more. Browse artisan foods like baked goods, jams, and specialty treats, enjoy food trucks with ready-to-eat options, and pick up fresh flowers, plants, and nursery items. Live music creates a relaxed neighborhood feel, parking is free, and the atmosphere is family friendly, whether you are stocking up on groceries, grabbing a casual bite, or taking a leisurely walk through the park.

Celebrate the season with a welcoming day of shopping and festive fun featuring handcrafted goods from local artisans and makers. Browse one of a kind gifts, home decor, jewelry, candles, soaps, and more while enjoying fall flavors like baked treats, hot cider, and Apple Orchard Pizza. Settle in with acoustic music and a glass of wine as you spend unhurried time with family and friends. Whether checking off gift lists or refreshing your home for autumn, this gathering offers a warm way to shop, savor, and celebrate together. Admission is $5.

Pumpkin Pageant offers a lighthearted, easygoing pageant experience at Roseville Veterans Memorial Hall. Application information and additional details are available on the event website.