Family events in Vacaville, CA

Join a simple, bi-weekly mat Pilates session made for pregnancy, postpartum, and busy moms. The class is focused on core restoration and pelvic floor awareness, with a steady pace that keeps things accessible and consistent. Come move your body and get a reliable workout built for where you are right now.

Join a UC Master Gardener for a 1.5-hour guided stroll through historic Fuller Park. You’ll learn about the many exotic and native trees in the park, along with a bit of park history as you walk around together.

Young artists can dive into colored pencils while bringing a beloved animal to life. This playful class offers beginner-friendly guidance on blending colors, building texture, and adding lifelike detail to make each piece stand out. Participants will sketch, enjoy creative art games, and explore the world of animals through color. A favorite stuffed animal or toy may be brought along for inspiration. All supplies are provided, and everyone will head home with a bright, animal-themed artwork. Suitable for all skill levels.

Close out the CreekWalk Concert Series with a Vacaville favorite as Los Cochinos fills Andrews Park with lively Latin sounds, plenty of dancing, and a festive atmosphere. Families can enjoy a special zone featuring foam, bubbles, and snow, and it is a good idea to bring a towel and a change of clothes for the kids. The series brings music to Friday nights with talented performers, welcoming fans of all ages to one of Solano County’s signature summer traditions, and schedules may be adjusted. Admission is $5, with free entry for children under 12. A $25 punch pass is available at the Ulatis, McBride, or Three Oaks community centers and can be used for seven people at a single show or for one person across the full seven-concert season. Food, drinks, beer, and wine are sold from food trucks and stands. Chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome. Outside alcohol, pets, glass, tents or canopies, grilling, and smoking inside the concert area are not allowed. Service animals are permitted but should not be near food vendors, and anyone who wishes to smoke is asked to step outside the concert area.

Town Square turns into an outdoor cinema beneath the Napa Valley night sky. Enjoy renowned wines, free popcorn, and lawn games, then settle onto the spacious lawn as the movie plays. A festive movie-night menu is available from FARM Pavilion throughout the evening. Bring your own chairs or blankets. Everyone is welcome, and outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Peace in Stormy Weather partners with True Love Baptist Church for a backpack and school supplies giveaway that also provides new winter clothing and essential resources. The event supports children and families as they prepare for the new school year and the colder months, offering a friendly setting to pick up helpful items and feel ready for what is ahead.

Enjoy a movie night at the pool, drifting on a raft beneath the night sky or relaxing on the deck with a blanket and a lawn chair if you prefer to stay dry. The snack bar stays open late with fresh popcorn available for purchase. Tickets are $12 when purchased in advance or $14 at the door.

Head out for the second Sunday Cars and Coffee meet-up, running from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Enjoy a parking lot full of cars and conversation at Dutch Bros Coffee in Dixon.

Presented in collaboration with Vacaville Parks & Recreation, Joyful Art offers a Minecraft-themed art adventure for ages 6 and up. Using a variety of materials and techniques, young artists will create projects inspired by characters, creatures, and environments from the game, from Steve and Creepers to original pixel-style designs they imagine. This hands-on session encourages creativity and artistic exploration, bringing the blocky world to life through art. Capacity is limited.

Head to Meadowlands Park for a 35 to 45 minute Mommy and Me Pilates class. This is a great option for moms, grandmas, and soon-to-be moms of all fitness levels, and babies and kids are welcome too. Class runs for an hour, and the meeting point is at Meadowlands Park off Vanden Road in Vacaville.

Bring a young reader to the American Canyon Library for a friendly reading time with a certified listening dog. It’s a relaxed, supportive setup that lets kids practice their reading skills while the dog provides a calm presence as they read aloud.

Enjoy an evening of stargazing during the Perseid Meteor Shower at the Vineyard Deck, set above Napa Valley with minimal ambient lighting and sweeping vineyard views. From 7:30 to 9:00 PM, you can relax and enjoy elevated food truck fare paired with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. Around 9:00 PM through midnight, local astronomers will guide guests through the night sky, with telescope viewing plus insights into planets and star clusters. There’s also an optional Night Sky Snack Pack available for those who want a portable telescope, stargazing guidebook, snacks, water, and a bottle of Pinot Noir. The event is outdoors, and guests are advised to wear layers and flat shoes, with shuttle service provided between pickup at the main lobby and drop-off near the Vineyard Deck.