Placer County, CA Events Calendar

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.

Explore the history of the DeWitt Government Center at this fascinating museum. Learn about the construction and use of the World War II Army Hospital, the site’s use as a State Mental Health Hospital, and it’s current use by Placer County. Visitors will learn how the Second World War affected the local community and get the opportunity to start their very own Victory Garden with a hands-on activity.

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.

Celebrate the reopening and restoration of Tahoe City’s oldest log cabin structure. Light refreshments, family fun festivities, gift shop sales. Ribbon cutting ceremony at 12 pm. Celebrate this Tahoe City landmark with us!

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.

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 school at a 136-year-old one room schoolhouse in rural Lincoln. Participate in hands-on activities in the classroom, explore the Native Plant Garden, or bring your picnic basket and enjoy lunch under the oak trees!

Explore exhibits on granite quarrying, the Penryn Granite Works business, the history of Penryn, and the Griffith Family. Visitors can take a guided tour of the historic Quarry Park, offered at 8:30 am, or walk the grounds throughout the day by following maps and interpretive signs provided.

State Theatre Acting Company (STAC) returns for Season 10 of its popular “Golden Age of Radio” series. STAC will present three classic episodes, complete with costumes and LIVE Foley sound effects (a unique technique that involves creating and performing everyday sounds for radio audiences). Bring your own chair!

Dive into family-friendly living history fun! Explore the Bernhard family’s restored 19th century Victorian farmhouse. Learn about daily life from experienced docents, view authentic period wagons, and handle 19th century artifacts. Then, roll up your sleeves and get to work! Build your own replica fruit crate, try washing clothes by hand, or head inside to make your own vintage toys. Don’t forget to try a cup of ice cream.

Eureka! The Gold Rush Museum is a family favorite. Learn about gold and mining with hands-on activities and fascinating exhibits. Walk through an interactive mining tunnel or try your hand at panning for real gold in the indoor panning stream. Visitors can learn how people traveled to California and what life was like in the gold fields. Then, visit with our partners from Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park and the State Indian Museum to learn more about the history of our area!

Learn about Placer County’s rich history. See the gold collection weighing over 13 pounds, tour the museum gallery, or start a kid’s activity. Historic re-enactors will be on-site throughout the day and the Placer Genealogical Society will offer free guidance on family history research.

State Theatre Acting Company (STAC) returns for Season 10 of its popular “Golden Age of Radio” series. STAC will present three classic episodes, complete with costumes and LIVE Foley sound effects (a unique technique that involves creating and performing everyday sounds for radio audiences). Bring your own chair!

Visit the best-preserved Gold Rush town in Placer County. View exhibits of nearby towns, hydraulic mining, the railroad, the Towle Brothers Lumber Company, the Maidu, and Chinese communities. A large collection of historic photographs will help you experience Dutch Flat in its heyday. Guided walking tour of Dutch Flat at 10:00 am, bring a hat and water. Gold Rush songs Sing-Along at 1:00 pm. Open House at a couple of the original buildings in town including the Oddfellows Hall and the Schoolhouse/Community Center from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Free refreshments.

Celebrate Tahoe City Day with Free Historic Walking Tours, registration is required. Stroll through downtown as knowledgeable guides share insights into Tahoe City’s early days, historic landmarks, and cultural heritage. Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the first time, these tours provide a meaningful way to connect with the area’s rich past.

State Theatre Acting Company (STAC) returns for Season 10 of its popular “Golden Age of Radio” series. STAC will present three classic episodes, complete with costumes and LIVE Foley sound effects (a unique technique that involves creating and performing everyday sounds for radio audiences). Bring your own chair!