June Calendar: June is National Mango Month

June 1st
Gardens of the Hills. Tour private gardens in El Dorado County from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. while enjoying live music, mini garden seminars, talks with working artists, a raffle, and boutique filled with goods created by Assistance League of Sierra Foothills members. assistanceleague.org/sierra-foothills/events-old/our-events/gardens-of-the-hills (ALSO 2)
Shakespeare in the Park. Bring your family, friends, and a low-backed chair or picnic blanket to Folsom’s Zittel Family Amphitheatre to watch Take Note Troupe’s free performance of Shakespeare’s acclaimed Comedy of Errors at 7:30 p.m. takenotetroupe.org/events (ALSO 6-8)

Rocklin Brewfest
Rocklin Brewfest. Belly up to Placer County’s premier beer event at Johnson-Springview Park and enjoy sips from over 40 breweries, plus wine, sake, and cider. Gates open at 1 p.m., with the last pour at 4:30 p.m. rocklinbrewfest.com
Luau in the Orchard. Don your best Hawaiian attire and head to Rainbow Orchards to participate in this annual fundraiser that supports those affected by cancer and other traumas. Beginning at 4 p.m., enjoy food from Old Town Grill and desserts from the famed “donut queen” (Christa Campbell), plus wine, music, and a sneak peek at the 2024 Banners on Parade entries. imagesofhopeeldorado.com
Rods & Relics. Head to Downtown Lincoln to peruse classic cars from 1979 and older from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Festivities also include live music, vendors, kids’ activities, and a pancake breakfast from 7-10 a.m., followed by a BBQ at Beerman’s Plaza. All proceeds benefit Silver Wishes, Gold Country Wildlife, and Lincoln Salt Mine. rodsnrelics.net/car-show
June 2nd

RIPE AREA Arts & Nature Festival
RIPE AREA Arts & Nature Festival. Partake in hands-on activities focused on rivers, meadows, wildlife, and ways of preserving and restoring cultural and environmental resources at Wakamatsu Farm from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Artists, musicians, storytellers, poets, ecology experts, live music, a kids’ zone, and eco talks are also part of the festival. myrtletreearts.com/upcoming-events
June 8th

Cocktails & Cinema
Cocktails & Cinema. Don’t miss downtown Auburn’s “street party of the year”—complete with local food, live music, drinks, and dancing. The fun begins at 6 p.m., and ticket proceeds benefit Auburn State Theatre’s restoration project. auburnstatetheatre.org
Powerfest Taps & Tunes. Celebrate the unique history of the Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park and Sacramento’s brewing industry at this festival from 4-8 p.m. Enjoy samples from over 20 breweries and food truck fare, while listening to live music. folsompowerhouse.org

Thunder in the Park Car Show.
Thunder in the Park Car Show. Head to Cameron Park Lake from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to peruse classic cars and trucks, win raffle prizes, and listen to live music. Proceeds benefit the Shingle Springs and Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce and its members. sscpchamber.org/thunder-in-the-park-car-show-2

The Colors of Pakistan
The Colors of Pakistan. Bring the family to Roseville’s Vernon Street Town Square from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. to learn about the vibrant culture of Pakistan while enjoying authentic cuisine, crafts, a fashion show, and soulful Sufi concert. Admission is free. eventbrite.com/e/pakistan-cultural-festival-the-colors-of-pakistan-tickets-871760899317
Golden History Days. From 9 a.m.-4 p.m. along Placerville’s historic Main Street, enjoy an antique fair, cultural music, living history performers, vendor booths, food trucks, and the arrival of the beloved Wagon Train at 3 p.m. visit-eldorado.com/event/golden-history-days-2
June 13th

El Dorado County Fair
El Dorado County Fair. Dust off your cowboy boots and enjoy this four-day fair featuring competitions, food and beverage vendors, carnival rides, live entertainment, shopping, and more. Hours and admission prices vary. eldoradocountyfair.org (THRU 16)
June 14th

Family Campout
Family Campout. Take the kiddos to Fairytale Town for an overnight adventure under the stars beginning at 5:30 p.m. Friday. The slumber party includes playtime inside Fairytale Town, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, lawn games, and a bedtime story. The next morning, avail of a light continental breakfast. fairytaletown.org/calendar (THRU 15)
June 15th
Spaghetti Western. Indulge in an evening of food, wine, lively auctions, and live music at Cooper Vineyards from 6-10 p.m. Proceeds support the Amador Cancer Research Foundation, which provides grants to doctors and research scientists at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. amadorcancerresearchfoundation.org
The Best of Broadway. El Dorado Musical Theatre’s acclaimed group, High Voltage, presents two hours of some of the best classic and contemporary Broadway hits at this memorable show. The performance begins at 7 p.m. at the Harris Center. harriscenter.net/edmt-hv-best
Gold Rush Country Music Festival. Saddle up for a family-friendly weekend of country music with headliners Joe Peters and the Ariel Jean Band, interactive entertainment, games, and delicious food while celebrating the Old West. The event is at Auburn’s Gold Country Fairgrounds from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday. gostang.com (ALSO 16)
June 20th

Placer County Fair
Placer County Fair. Grab your friends for four days of fun at the Grounds in Roseville. Festivities include a carnival, family fun zone, concerts, live entertainment, a scavenger hunt, cook-offs, exhibits, and much more. Hours and admission prices vary. placercountyfair.org (THRU 23)
United Queendom. Showcase your business and network with other women while enjoying food and drinks at this meet-and-greet—complete with a variety of speakers and short presentations—at the Holiday Inn in El Dorado Hills from 5-8 p.m. 916-893-9820
June 21st
Party in the Park. Don’t miss this unofficial summer kickoff at Auburn’s Regional Park beginning at 5 p.m. In addition to live music, expect a beer garden, food vendors, and kids’ area complete with games, face painting, and more. auburnrec.com/events/party-in-the-park
Bob West Golf Tournament. Support the Marshall Foundation for Community Health’s local wellness programs by participating in this 41st annual golf tournament at Cold Springs Golf & Country Club. Entry includes the green fee, a golf cart, beverages, lunch, and an awards dinner. marshallfound.org/golf-registration
June 22nd
Lavender Blue Festival. Head to Placerville’s Bluestone Meadow to celebrate all things lavender. Create your own bouquet and wreath, wander around the lavender labyrinth, and shop for lavender products in the barn from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. bluestonemeadow.com/lavender-blue-festival.html (ALSO 23 & 29-30)

TEDx Folsom
TEDxFolsom. Connect and engage in meaningful conversations that inspire curiosity, hope, and ingenuity at this inspirational morning at the Harris Center. Beginning at 10 a.m., listen to speakers cover a multitude of topics, from technology and art to engineering, cultural diversity, education, social sciences, and more. harriscenter.net/tedx-folsom
A Midsummer Night’s Dream & Crystal Ice Cream Fantasy. Let the littles indulge in some magical fun by visiting Fairytale Town from 5:30-9 p.m. for all-you-can-eat Crystal ice cream, live music, hands-on activities, an enchanted market, and more. Renaissance or fantasy costumes are encouraged. fairytaletown.org/calendar/midsummer-crystal-ice-cream
June 23rd
ABBA: The Concert Experience. From the smash pop stage musical Mamma Mia to all the international pop chart favorites that made this ensemble famous, you’ll hear (and see) all the costumes and lights of the original ABBA shows, duplicated to near perfection, at this family-friendly performance. Shows are at the Harris Center beginning at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. harriscenter.net/abba-x87247
June 28th
Hometown Radio Show. Take the family to Folsom’s Zittel Family Amphitheatre for a night of vintage country and country rock, featuring The Sky Kings, Kristen Brown from The Voice, and more at 7 p.m. historicfolsom.org/hometown-parade
June 29th

Hometown Parade
Hometown Parade. Join the community on Sutter Street at 9:30 a.m. to watch as marching bands, creative floats, service organizations, Wild West groups, vintage fire and police vehicles, and horses wind through the streets of Historic Folsom. historicfolsom.org/hometown-parade
Shakespeare in the Park photo courtesy of Take Note Troupe. Rocklin Brewfest photo by Todd Olsen of IOP Photography. RIPE Area Festival photo courtesy of Myrtle Tree Arts. Cocktails & Cinema photo by Kirby Photography. Thunder in the Park photo by Leanne Stoddard. Pakistan Culture Festival photo by Rida Jan. Other photo courtesy of its respective company or organization. Placer County Fair photo by Lisa Zeng. Hometown Parade photo by Bill Sullivan. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations