Placer County, CA Events Calendar

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

Join us for The Colfax Bazaar, a one-day vintage marketplace in the heart of historic downtown Colfax, California — a town steeped in Gold Rush legend and charm. Set in and around the iconic Fruit Exchange Building, this event is more than a market — it’s a full-on treasure hunt you’ll never forget.

Calling all snow lovers! Get ready to hit the slopes with Jonny Moseley and embrace the thrill of the Ski for MS Vertical Challenge, returning to Palisades Tahoe on March 21, 2026. This epic event combines your passion for skiing and riding with a purpose – supporting the MS community.

The Art Retreat at The Flower Farm offers a three-day immersive experience designed to nurture creativity, relaxation, and artistic growth in a serene natural setting. Participants will enjoy two engaging sessions daily, 2½ hours each. Led by six accomplished local artists, the retreat provides hands-on guidance across a variety of media including watercolor painting, sculpture, wet felting, and drawing.

Addams Family Musical performed by the Onstage Players and Music & More Family Theater.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

The Mothership Classic is a pledge-driven event held each Spring on the world’s greatest chairlift, KT-22. Participants begin by gathering pledges like a NASCAR racer chasing sponsorships. On the day of the event, each participant will challenge themselves to hot lap KT-22 as many times as possible from first chair to last on skinny skis, retro snowboards, mono-skis, snow blades, etc. Nostalgic ski attire is encouraged. Must raise $150 to participate

The Art Retreat at The Flower Farm offers a three-day immersive experience designed to nurture creativity, relaxation, and artistic growth in a serene natural setting. Participants will enjoy two engaging sessions daily, 2½ hours each. Led by six accomplished local artists, the retreat provides hands-on guidance across a variety of media including watercolor painting, sculpture, wet felting, and drawing.

One of the most rousingly enjoyable sports movies ever made, inspired by true events. This small-town drama tells the story of the Hickory Huskers, an underdog basketball team from a tiny Indiana high school that makes it all the way to the state championship tournament.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

The Art Retreat at The Flower Farm offers a three-day immersive experience designed to nurture creativity, relaxation, and artistic growth in a serene natural setting. Participants will enjoy two engaging sessions daily, 2½ hours each. Led by six accomplished local artists, the retreat provides hands-on guidance across a variety of media including watercolor painting, sculpture, wet felting, and drawing.

A cozy meetup for women to chat, create and connect weekly on Thursdays. Come as you are and bring your own project to work on or share. New faces welcome!

Each week, we open our doors for an informal gathering of makers, neighbors, and friends. Bring your own project and work in the company of community. We offer the space, hot mugs of tea, and light snacks to enjoy. Craft Club is a chance to slow down, connect with new people, and enjoy making side by side—no pressure or perfection, just process. Everyone is welcome.

Come support the U.S. Mogul Freestyle team at Palisades Tahoe. This event will take place on Red Dog Face at Palisades.

Parking reservations are required in all Palisades Tahoe parking lots this weekend prior to 1pm. Carpooling and alternative transportation options are highly encouraged. Read our guide on what to do if parking reservations sell out.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

Come support the U.S. Mogul Freestyle team at Palisades Tahoe. This event will take place on Red Dog Face at Palisades.

Parking reservations are required in all Palisades Tahoe parking lots this weekend prior to 1pm. Carpooling and alternative transportation options are highly encouraged. Read our guide on what to do if parking reservations sell out.

In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the basics of beading and jewelry assembly while creating a beautiful, wearable pair of brass beaded hoop earrings. Instructor Teresa Gibson of Creature of Habitat will guide participants through foundational techniques, from working with beads and findings to beading, assembling, and finishing a matching pair.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

Come support the U.S. Mogul Freestyle team at Palisades Tahoe. This event will take place on Red Dog Face at Palisades.

Parking reservations are required in all Palisades Tahoe parking lots this weekend prior to 1pm. Carpooling and alternative transportation options are highly encouraged. Read our guide on what to do if parking reservations sell out.

Live play on stage. The Murder Room is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit packed with twists, secrets, and deliciously bad timing. Join us opening March 13th for an evening of suspense and surprises you won’t see coming. Running for three weekends For over 20 years, Placer Community Theater has been powered by passionate volunteers, generous donors, and local sponsors who believe in keeping live performing arts thriving in our community.

A cozy meetup for women to chat, create and connect weekly on Thursdays. Come as you are and bring your own project to work on or share. New faces welcome!

Kick off the holiday weekend with a morning designed for families. Start with storytime from 10:00–10:30 AM, then stay for dancing, bubbles, crafts, and music from a live DJ through 12:30 PM.

A cozy meetup for women to chat, create and connect weekly on Thursdays. Come as you are and bring your own project to work on or share. New faces welcome!

Join a voyage through aquatic realms where humans have rarely dared to go. Waddle with playful penguins, dart with lightning speed through schools of sharks, ride over stormy waves with massive whales and view rare alien-like creatures.

This is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement, outdoor living, and lifestyle. Whether you’re planning a renovation, building your dream space, or simply seeking fresh ideas, this event puts the region’s top resources at your fingertips.

Join us for the 2026 Wild Flowers 10k run in Auburn. Get ready for the most empowering girls’ day of the year! The Wild Flowers 10K is a joyful morning where besties, sisters, and mamas bloom together — running, walking, laughing, and celebrating every step. From the stunning views of the scenic Auburn trails, you’ll experience a race filled with heart, sparkle, and pure women’s magic. Every 10K finisher receives a beautiful Wild Flowers race tee as a symbol of your strength and sisterhood. The magic doesn’t stop at the finish line. 4 finishers earn an all-expenses-paid trip to Spain to represent Auburn.

This is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement, outdoor living, and lifestyle. Whether you’re planning a renovation, building your dream space, or simply seeking fresh ideas, this event puts the region’s top resources at your fingertips.

This is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement, outdoor living, and lifestyle. Whether you’re planning a renovation, building your dream space, or simply seeking fresh ideas, this event puts the region’s top resources at your fingertips.

Alasdair Fraser is recognized as one of the greatest carriers of the Scottish fiddle music tradition. His warmly expressive playing, mastery of his instrument and deep understanding of his native music as a venerable and continually evolving art is an inspiration.

Enjoy a beautiful evening at The Flower Farm on April 12th as you Sip, Shop and Savor on the Casque Winery Patio while enjoying live music. Your ticket includes catered small bites, charcuterie, and samplings of specialty food items. Shopping is also available as you enjoy the evening. Casque Winery wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle. Tickets are required for this event.

Placer Repertory Theater presents a new adaptation and re-imagining of an 1899 Sherlock Holmes play. Experience the clash of two masterminds in a battle for the soul of London. Master detective Sherlock Holmes and his faithful companion Dr. Watson are drawn into a web of blackmail and intrigue when they take on the case of the beautiful and determined Alice Faulkner.

A cozy meetup for women to chat, create and connect weekly on Thursdays. Come as you are and bring your own project to work on or share. New faces welcome!

Evenings in the Park-get ready for an unforgettable evening under the open sky, filled with the pulse of local musical talent, enticing aromas from food trucks, free movies and the vibrant energy of artisan vendors showcasing their finest crafts.

Placer Repertory Theater presents a new adaptation and re-imagining of an 1899 Sherlock Holmes play. Experience the clash of two masterminds in a battle for the soul of London. Master detective Sherlock Holmes and his faithful companion Dr. Watson are drawn into a web of blackmail and intrigue when they take on the case of the beautiful and determined Alice Faulkner.

Ditch the ski jacket for a collared shirt and khakis: Alpine’s Annual Snow Golf Tournament is back for its 40th year! As the only top-to-bottom snow golf course, this highly anticipated spring event is a unique way to spend a day on the slopes with friends and family. The ten-hole course starts at the top of Summit Express chair and meanders its way down the mountain with the last holes bringing competitors to The Chalet for a Caddyshack-themed afterparty.

Valid Lift Ticket or Season Pass Required

Celebrate the beauty of spring at the Apple Blossom Bazaar! Enjoy a curated marketplace of local artisans, handmade goods, boutique finds, seasonal décor, treats, raffles, and family-friendly fun. With charming vendors, an apple cider station, and a delightful photo backdrop, this event offers a warm and welcoming day for the whole community.

Mark Hanson and Greta Pedersen are, respectively, a Grammy-Award winning acoustic guitarist and a Young Audiences’ National Artist of the Year. Together, their concerts are a memorable mix of playful jazz, Americana, originals and eclectic pop highlighted by blazing fingerpicking and soulful vocals.

Experience one of the most influential names in Indian music live in concert as Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy perform at Thunder Valley Casino Resort. This special event brings the legendary Bollywood trio to Northern California for a rare live performance featuring music that has shaped generations of Indian cinema.

The Art Retreat at The Flower Farm offers a three-day immersive experience designed to nurture creativity, relaxation, and artistic growth in a serene natural setting. Participants will enjoy two engaging sessions daily, 2½ hours each. Led by six accomplished local artists, the retreat provides hands-on guidance across a variety of media including watercolor painting, sculpture, wet felting, and drawing.

This inspiring festival combines award-winning environmental and adventure films with the energy of local activism. Each year, we share films to inspire viewers to take further action regarding issues impacting our environment, ourselves, and the world. The festival provides an opportunity for attendees in the Sierra to support their local advocates for the environment. This year On Tour will be hosted at the Lake Tahoe Community College in South Lake Tahoe.Please join us for an evening of fantastic and informative story telling.

A cozy meetup for women to chat, create and connect weekly on Thursdays. Come as you are and bring your own project to work on or share. New faces welcome!

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

In an era of wildfires, drought, and species decline, Vermejo is proof that ecosystem restoration is possible. And it’s a blueprint for where it can happen next. PRESERVED is more than a film—it’s a call to action. From farmers and ranchers to hikers and hunters, we all have a role to play.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

Come experience “Symphony Under the Sky”! This special event, a collaboration between the Auburn Symphony and Placer Land Trust, brings you the joy of music in the great outdoors! Wander the easy walking trail on the preserve and find musician ensembles tucked in the trees… hear Mozart in the meadow or Bach just around the bend . . . choose your own adventure!

A cozy meetup for women to chat, create and connect weekly on Thursdays. Come as you are and bring your own project to work on or share. New faces welcome!

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The 34th Annual Cushing Crossing is the best event of the spring season. Join in on the fun, watch big spills, and share some much-needed laughs with our celebrity judges and 2 of the best emcees around. Costumes are highly encouraged! The awards ceremony will immediately follow the event at Cushing Pond. Each category winner will win prizes from our sponsors: Yeti, Smith, Dakine, and Darn Tough.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The Impressionists are the most popular group in art history – millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But to begin with, they were scorned, penniless outsiders. 1874 was the year that changed everything…

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The Auburn Symphony presents the Season Finale: Saint-Saëns: The Organ Symphony! Every year, the Auburn Symphony invites you to travel “down the hill” with us to the acoustically spectacular venue, the Robert & Margrit Mondavi Center for the Arts at UC Davis. On this grand stage, we present larger orchestral works bringing in special guests, choirs, and other unique programs. We’ll wrap up the season in grand fashion at the Mondavi Center, with two audience favorites: Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2, featuring Parker Van Ostrand, a Young Artists Competition winner, and Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony. The acoustics at Mondavi make this an unforgettable experience every time. A bus is available for transport to and from Auburn (the Auburn Public Library parking lot at 350 Nevada Street, Auburn) for guests who would like to sit back and enjoy the ride with no parking hassle! Bus departs at 1:00 pm.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

With the intuitive sense and emotional depth of a filmmaker, California native David Luning looks deeply into the human condition in his music, exploring its shadowy recesses and its brilliantly lit corners. He spent a few years studying film scoring at the Berklee College of Music, then John Prine’s music changed his life.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

Spirit, a young mustang (Matt Damon), sets out on across the majestic wilderness to regain his freedom and save his homeland. Along the way, he forms a friendship with a young Lakota brave, outwits a squadron of soldiers, and ultimately, finds love.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local ceramicist Ray Gonzales in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding McBean Clay Factory. In 2024 the exhibit was rekindled regionally, and in 2025 the competition is now national.

Bring your family into the gallery for Monthly Family Activity Day to enjoy an art project as a family- drop-in arts and crafts activities are a great way for children to explore their creativity and dabble in a variety of different art mediums.

Experience all the beauty of Tahoe City today! Take a stroll downtown along the lakeside sidewalks sipping wine, tasting delicious morsels, discovering our charming shops, listening to enchanting musical entertainment, and enjoying beautiful Lake Tahoe. This event features the tastiest wines & beverages paired with the most delicious food bites provided by the North Lake Tahoe Regions favorite restaurants and caterers!

Evenings in the Park-get ready for an unforgettable evening under the open sky, filled with the pulse of local musical talent, enticing aromas from food trucks, free movies and the vibrant energy of artisan vendors showcasing their finest crafts.