Sacramento Sidetracks

Sacramento Sidetracks Sacramento Sidetracks is a resource for places to go with kids in the Sacramento area. I am a mom of three that loves to get out and explore Sacramento for the most fun, educational, and cultural experiences. I provide an Upcoming Events Calendar, Indoor and Outdoor Activity pages, FREE outing ideas, Birthday Party suggestions and reviews of our fun experiences.

Web Site: http://www.sacramentosidetracks.com/


Introducing Memories by Michelle Photography

Introducing Memories by Michelle Photography

Going the extra mile to create an amazing experience I am thrilled to introduce you to Memories by Michelle Photography! As an on-location family and portrait photographer, Michelle focuses on modern and emotional imagery for families, children, and seniors. Michelle says… “Beyond the image, I am passionate about completely blowing my clients away: with...

The Big BIG Bounce

The Big BIG Bounce

A Spectacular Open House to Benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation & Celebrate BounceU’s 6th Year Anniversary! Join BounceU for the Big BIG BOUNCE on Wednesday, May 22nd 4-8 pm. Admission is ONLY $5.00! 100% of the funds raised will benefit Make-A-Wish! Bouncing Crafts & Games Face painting & balloon twisting Entertainment - Reptile and exotic animals...

Weekend Top 10: May 17th – 19th

Weekend Top 10: May 17th – 19th

Listen to native stories, sing and roast marshmallows around the CAMPFIRE at the Maidu Museum. Friday Meet animals up close and listen to toe-tapping music at a WALK ON THE WILDSIDE outdoor festival. Saturday FREE See twin sheep get sheared and shop the mini farmers market at Fairytale Town’s FARMS & FRIENDS. Saturday   Celebrate...

Win a Family Fun Pack to Farms & Friends!

Win a Family Fun Pack to Farms & Friends!

Fairytale Town is celebrating agriculture and the environment! Have your kids ever seen wool spun into thread? This Saturday at Fairytale Town’s Farms & Friends Go Green event, they’ll have the chance! Arrive early and watch as Fairytale Town’s twin Babydoll sheep get sheared, then watch as the wool is spun into thread using...

10 fun things to do with your kids this weekend

10 fun things to do with your kids this weekend

Play carnival games, get your face painted and go on rides at Funderland’s HOPE FOR HANK. Friday ($5 Unlimited Ride Wristbands) Watch live performances and bounce at CELEBRATE SACRAMENTO in William Land Park. Saturday FREE Tour the California State Railroad Museum and enjoy rail-related activities on NATIONAL TRAIN DAY. Saturday FREE    Make a...

$5 Wristbands at Funderland’s Hope for Hank

$5 Wristbands at Funderland’s Hope for Hank

$5.00 WRISTBANDS and carnival games at Funderland during the Hope for Hank Fundraiser this Friday night! Helping Hands for Hank is an organization to offer financial aid and support to 10 year old Hank Gibbs as he fights Parry Romberg Syndrome. Parry Romberg Syndrome is an extremely rare, progressive auto-immune disease that causes neurological...

Listen to Your Mother coming to Sac this Sunday

Listen to Your Mother coming to Sac this Sunday

 Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special show filled with original live-readings! Spend Mother’s Day with the kids, and then take your mom, or your wife, or your girlfriends out to an evening show that’s all about Mom…you will find yourself saying, “Me too!” The “Listen to Your Mother” show is a live-on-stage performance that’s...

Fire Station Open Houses starts this Saturday

Fire Station Open Houses starts this Saturday

The Sacramento Fire Department is hosting Fires Station Open Houses again this year! This is such a fun, FREE outing for kids on Saturdays from 2-4pm. You are invited to bring your family and friends to visit with firefighters, take a tour of the fire station, and more! The first Fire Station Open House...

5 Fun Reasons to Go to Togo’s & Six Flags Soon

5 Fun Reasons to Go to Togo’s & Six Flags Soon

We had a blast at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom on Saturday with my 3 kids and niece. Six Flags has long been one of our favorite destinations because of their combination of rides and animals. Saying that the kids were excited would be an undertatement. It is always a guaranteed memorable experience for our...

Weekend Top 10: May 4th – 5th

Weekend Top 10: May 4th – 5th

Meet firefighters and take a tour at a FIRE STATION OPEN HOUSE. Saturday FREE Enjoy a day of art, music and dance at the Sacramento Zoo’s WHERE THE WILD KIDS ARE. Saturday Build a fairy house and find out what the magical surprise is on a FAIRY HUNT throughout Midtown. Saturday FREE    Build...