Placer County, CA Events Calendar

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.

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.

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.

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!

Celebrate spring with the Sierra Foothills Audubon Society on a guided bird walk at the Auburn State Recreation Area near Cool.  This free, beginner-friendly 2.5-mile stroll winds through ponds, fields, and oak–pine woodlands—prime habitat during peak spring migration. Expect a mix of common foothill birds and special sightings like Yellow-breasted Chat, plus year-round residents such as White-tailed Kite and Phainopepla.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.