Keep your family entertained this summer with these activities and events presented by Folsom Parks and Recreation.

THROUGH JULY 27

Summer Concerts in the park

These free open-air concerts take place from 7-9 p.m. in Folsom City Lions Park and feature a range of genres, from country and rock to reggae. Bring your own picnic or purchase food and drinks onsite from a variety of local food trucks.

JUNE 5; AUGUST 7

Parent and Me Zoo Walk

Enjoy a docent-guided walk through the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary from 9-9:45 a.m. Admission is $15 for one parent and one child; after, stay and explore the zoo.

FRIDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 10

Little Dippers

The Folsom Aquatic Center hosts this program from 10:30 a.m.-noon to provide an opportunity for children ages six and under to increase their water confidence; parental supervision required.

DAILY THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3

Giant Inflatables

From 1-6 p.m., these giant floating obstacle courses are exclusive to the Folsom Aquatic Center and provide hours of fun for kids and adults alike.

JUNE 9, JULY 14, & AUGUST 11

Celebration Saturdays 

Calling all party animals! Come celebrate the summer birthday or adoption anniversary of some of the animals who live at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary every second Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make a special card or treat for your favorite animal; all supplies are provided with regular zoo admission. 

JUNE 9

Community Awareness Picnic and Movie Night

The Folsom Aquatic Center, in partnership with the Folsom Police and Fire Departments, hosts this family event designed to highlight community resources. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for families with special needs and at 6:30 p.m. to the general public. The first 300 guests receive a free BBQ dinner; swimming is available until 8 p.m., and an open-air showing of The Greatest Showman begins at 8:30 p.m. For more info, call 916-461-6640.

JUNE 28

Barnyard Experience Grand Opening  

The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary’s new hands-on learning center, the Barnyard Experience—which provides a new home for Gus the horse, miniature donkeys Hallie and Rosie, Ernie the zebu, and some other new animal friends—is kicking things off with a celebration from 6-8 p.m. 

AUGUST 4

Wacky Dash

This family-friendly event is popular with kids and kids at heart. The course includes giant inflatable obstacles, balance beams, mud pits, foam tunnels, water slides, and more fun surprises.

For more details about these programs and others, visit folsom.ca.us or call 916-461-6601.