Kid's fairytales come alive at Fairytale Town. The whimsical park is lined with brightly colored storybook-inspired play sets and attractions like King Arthur's Castle and the Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe Slide. Children's imaginations bring to life their favorite nursery rhymes and the outdoor museum tickles their interest in art, gardening, puppet shows and much more.
Family time is a zoo at the Sacramento Zoo, when you get up close to the wildly inspiring Giraffe Habitat, Tiger Cubs and White-faced Owls. The 14-acre landmark is home to 400 animals and 140 native, rare and endangered species. Catch special events like the Ice Cream Safari and Zoo Parent Picnic. It's a great attraction for family fun.
Enjoy the sweeping sounds of classic composers from Beethoven to Tchaikovsky performed by the Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra. The 83 professional musicians consistently dazzle audiences and perform regularly with the Sacramento Opera, the Sacramento Ballet and other live art groups in Sacramento and across the region. It's the ultimate entertainment for classical music lovers.
Music lovers in love: put a romantic spin on your next date and spend a Saturday night being serenaded at East Sacramento's Pops in the Park. Bring your favorite blanket and low-back chairs for comfy sitting. Enjoy holding hands and sitting close together while hearing live music. A neighborhood tradition since 1995, the park has hosted concerts from classic rock-n-roll to electrify/violinist concerts.