Visit the California Delta

Delta Meadows Classification and General Plan public meeting (via Zoom)
2026-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom Presentation
California State Parks will host a public meeting on the Delta Meadows Classification and General Plan to gather community input on the property’s future. Attendees can learn about and provide feedback on draft declarations of purpose and vision statements for Delta Meadows and the Locke Boarding House, draft management zones, and preliminary planning concepts developed from community, stakeholder, and Tribal input.

Art Reception: Women's History Month Art Show in West Sacramento
2026-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Gallery 1075, 1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
Visit Gallery 1075’s annual Women’s History Month Art Show at the West Sacramento Community Center. This free, in-person exhibition showcases local artists and celebrates creativity, culture, and insight. Light refreshments will be provided during the reception. The exhibition will be on display through March 31.
Limited street parking is available along West Capitol Avenue. Guests may also use the City Hall and Community Center parking lots.

Bird Walk with Aaron Haiman in Walnut Grove
2026-03-14 09:00 | Delta Meadows River Park, Delta Meadows River Park, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
Join a State Parks interpreter for the Delta Meadows Birdwalk with special guest Aaron Haiman, author of Birds of the California Delta. The guided walk explores Delta wetlands, oak woodlands, and marshes while highlighting local bird species and habitats.
The walk meets at the Delta Meadows parking lot and covers approximately 1 mile over about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Admission is free and open to all ages and skill levels.

Tour of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
2026-03-15 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters, 45211 Chiles Road, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
The Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area tours are hosted on the third Sunday of the month from October through June. Learn about migratory bird species, flood management techniques, agricultural practices, native plants of the wetlands and more! Please dress in layers as weather can be unpredictable. Registration required; more information here.

Kayaking Big Break in Oakley
2026-03-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Big Break Regional Shoreline, 69 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA, 94561
Join a guided kayak tour at Big Break to explore the Delta’s ecology and natural history while paddling through scenic waterways. Tandem kayaks, safety gear, and paddle instruction are provided. Participants may attend individually or with a partner. Adult or parent registration and participation are required for ages 10–17.
The tour meets at the Big Break Kayak Launch Site in Oakley. Participants should dress in layers and wear shoes that can get wet. A water bottle and a signed waiver are required.

Three Sisters Gardens Spring Skills Share in West Sacramento
2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Three Sisters Gardens, 317 5th Street, West Sacramento, CA, 95605, United States
Three Sisters Gardens will host a free Skills Share at 5th & C Farm in West Sacramento. The event includes a tour of the urban farm, hands-on gardening basics, and farm-to-fork food in a community-centered setting. Donations are welcome to support the organization’s Community Giving program.
Participants are encouraged to bring a reusable plate, bowl, or utensils as the event aims to be zero waste.

Boating and Water Safety Fair in Rio Vista
2026-03-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Brannan Island State Recreation Area, 17645 Highway 160, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States
Learn boating and water safety from local first responders, sponsored by the Delta Bay Foundation. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Marine Enforcement Detail and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 53 will provide demonstrations, vessel safety checks, and safety tips. Kids’ games and a children’s fishing event are included.
Recreation Area entrance fees are waived for attendees, and lunch will be available on-site.
For more information, contact Corinne Corley at 816-520-9152 or follow updates on the Facebook event page.

Contra Costa County Historical Society Book Club in Martinez
2026-03-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Contra Costa County Historical Society, 724 Escobar St, Martinez, CA, 94553, United States
Join the Contra Costa County Historical Society Book Club for its third meeting, featuring a discussion of Death of Healing Waters by Dan Hanel. A field trip will also take place to visit Byron Hot Springs.

Delta Family History Day in Walnut Grove
2026-03-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Jean Harvie Community Center, 14273 River Rd, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
Join the Sacramento River Delta Historical Society for a community event focused on preserving and sharing family history. Visitors can bring photographs and paper items such as letters, certificates, and newspaper clippings to be digitized on-site while keeping their originals.
The event will also feature a Family Story Station for recording memories, a Scrapbook Memory Station with hands-on activities for all ages, and resources for preserving family history at home. The event is free and open to all ages.

Play Ball! An Inside-Baseball Look at Sacramento's Role in the National Pastime in Sacramento
2026-03-24 17:30 | Columbus Hall, 5961 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA, 95819, United States
The Sacramento Historical Society will host a dinner program featuring a talk by Shawn Turner on Sacramento’s long connection to baseball. The illustrated presentation will explore the city’s baseball history, from the Gold Rush era to modern-day teams, and preview the Sacramento History Museum’s upcoming exhibit, “Play Ball! Sacramento in the National Pastime.”
The event is part of the society’s quarterly dinner series.

The Poetry of Nature Journaling in Oakley
2026-03-29 13:00 - 14:30 | Big Break Regional Shoreline, 69 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA, 94561
Join Big Break for a nature journaling program featuring writing prompts and drawing techniques with guest Brentwood poet Maria Denney. Participants can explore creative expression outdoors through poetry and art.
This is a free event.

CREATI-CON Art Festival in Oakley
2026-04-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Freedom High School, 1050 Neroly Road, Oakley, CA, 94561, United States
Freedom High School hosts its inaugural CREATI-CON, a nighttime festival featuring a variety of vendors.
Additional details coming soon.

5th Annual Barry Canevaro Memorial Striper Derby & Fundraiser for Veterans
2026-04-04 06:00 - 16:00 | Rio Vista Public Boat Launch, 1 Main St, Rio Vista, CA, 94571, United States
Striper Derby: Fishing starts at 6 a.m., weigh-in until 2 p.m. at the boat ramp, raffle tickets available all day, drawing begins at 3 p.m., Derby winners drawn following raffle – must be present. More information.

'Waterbird Water Birds!' in Martinez
2026-04-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Waterbird Way Park, 851 Waterbird Way, Martinez, CA, 94553, United States
Waterbird Regional Preserve offers an opportunity to observe a variety of water birds in their natural habitat. Visitors may borrow binoculars or use a spotting scope to view local birdlife, with identification guides and information on common species available. Beginning birders are welcome, and a bird sighting is guaranteed.

Antioch Rotary Bunny Hop 5K in Antioch
2026-04-04 09:00 - 11:30 | Antioch Community Park, 801 James Donlon Blvd, Antioch, CA, 94509, CA, 94509, United States
Join the Antioch Rotary Club for a fun, family-friendly 5K at Antioch Community Park. The event includes a timed run, kids’ activities, an Easter egg hunt, and a free pancake breakfast.

East County Historical Society Museum Opening Day in Brentwood
2026-04-04 09:00 - 14:00 | East Contra Costa Historical Society, 3890 Sellers Avenue, Brentwood, CA, 94513, United States
Join the East Contra Costa Historical Society for its Museum Opening Day in Brentwood. The family-friendly event features museum exhibits, a petting zoo, games, music, quilts, and ice cream.
A pancake breakfast hosted by the Brentwood Lions Club will be available from 9:00 a.m. to noon for an additional cost. Admission to the event is free.

Easter Egg Hunt in Isleton
2026-04-04 10:00 | Wilson Park
Free family event at Wilson Park at Andrus Circle Drive and Jackson Slough Road in Isleton.

Egg Hunt and Pet Event in Knightsen
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Knightsen School, 1923 Delta Rd, Knightsen, CA, 94548, United States
Free event featuring pets – adoptable dogs and puppies! – eggs, games, and music for ages 14 and younger. Egg hunters must be pre-registered. All family members welcome.

Egg Hunt and Easter Bunny in Antioch
2026-04-04 11:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Antioch, Antioch, CA, United States
The Downtown Antioch Association presents Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny:
11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Rivertown Treasure Chest: bunny pics and plushies donated by K911 Animal Rescue.
12:30-4 p.m. at Royal Banquet and Event Halls: bunny pics and egg hunt for prizes and more plushies.
4-5 p.m. at Waldie Plaza: egg hunts, bunny pics, Easter baskets and more plushies with Rivertown Community Church and Team Jesus Outreach Ministries.

Learn How to Make Sauerkraut in Benicia
2026-04-04 12:00 - 13:00 | New Harbor Community Church, 4858 E 2nd St, Benicia, CA, 94510, United States
Join Benicia Fermentory for a hands-on fermentation workshop, a beginner-friendly class about the art and science of traditional fermentation. You’ll leave with your own jar of probiotic-rich sauerkraut to take home.
We’ll cover:
• The fundamentals of fermentation
• How to safely ferment vegetables at home
• The health benefits of fermented foods
• Flavor variations and tips for success
More information here.

58th Annual Antiques and Collectibles Show in Antioch
2026-04-10 09:00 - 2026-04-11 15:00 | Contra Costa Event Park (Fairgrounds) Sunset Hall, 1201 W 10th Street, Antioch, CA, 94509, United States
The Golden Gate Historical Bottle Society will host its annual Bottles, Insulators, Antiques, and Collectibles Show and Sale at the Contra Costa Event Park in Antioch. The two-day event features vendors, collectibles, and free walk-in appraisals.
Admission is $10 on Friday and free on Saturday.

East Bay Anza 250 Symposium in Pittsburg
2026-04-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Los Medanos College — Student Union Building, 2700 East Leland Road, Pittsburg, CA, 94565, United States
The East Bay Anza 250 Symposium will explore the impact of the 1775–76 Juan Bautista de Anza expedition and its lasting influence on the East Bay. The event will bring together historians, educators, land managers, and community leaders to discuss the expedition’s history, Indigenous legacies, and how this past continues to shape the region today.
The symposium is part of the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Anza expedition.

Sip and Stroll in Oakley
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Big Break Regional Shoreline, 69 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA, 94561
Join Big Break for a monthly social hour featuring themed mocktails, hors d’oeuvres, an art activity, and an evening stroll in the park. This drop-in program is held every third Thursday of the month and meets at the Visitor Center.
The event is free and open to adults ages 18 and older.

History Hike and History Tour in Locke
2026-04-18 09:00 | Delta Meadows Park Property, 13971 River Rd, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
Enjoy Delta Meadows’ video about one piece of Locke history: the gong shown here! (Link goes to Facebook post.)
Enjoy at 2.5 mile hike through the Delta Meadows Park Property along its Railroad Trail and hear about the people and institutions that have shaped area history, including Chinese immigrants from Zhongshan, the Southern Pacific Railroad, the rancher and millionaire George Locke, early settlers and trappers from the Hudson Bay Company, and the Junizumne tribelet of the Sierra Miwok, who inhabited the area originally for thousands of years and whose ancestor continue to live in the surrounding communities. Meet at 9 a.m. at the Delta Meadows parking lot, 13971 River Rd, Walnut Grove.
At noon, meet at the porch of the Locke Boarding House Museum (13916 Main St., Walnut Grove) for a Locke History Tour.

Keep Antioch Beautiful - Cleanup
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Waldie Plaza, Waldie Plaza, Antioch, CA, 94509
Join volunteer cleanup efforts in Antioch honoring Earth Day and Arbor Day, with options at the Antioch Skate Park or Nick Rodriguez Center. Check in at 9 a.m., cleanup 9:30-11:30 a.m., free lunch for volunteers noon-1 p.m.. Learn more.

Contra Costa County Historical Society Book Club in Martinez
2026-04-18 10:30 - 12:00 | Contra Costa County Historical Society, 724 Escobar St, Martinez, CA, 94553, United States
Join the Contra Costa County Historical Society Book Club for its fourth meeting, featuring a discussion of “Ghosts of Black Diamond Mines.” A field trip will also take place to visit Rose Hill Cemetery.

Crab Feed 2026 in Martinez
2026-04-18 17:30 | Martinez Refinery Clubhouse, 1635 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA, 94553, United States
Join the Martinez Historical Society for its annual crab feed fundraiser featuring Dungeness crab, an Italian-style dinner, live auction, raffle, and entertainment. Proceeds support the organization’s mission of preserving local history.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner served at 7:00 p.m., followed by a program.

Talk Story Films: Journey in Multiple Worlds in Stockton
2026-04-19 14:00 | Filipino American National Historical Society Museum, 337 E Weber Ave, Stockton, CA, 95202, United States
Attend a screening of two short Talk-Story films at the Filipino American National Historical Society Museum in Stockton, highlighting the lives of Manong Albert Juanitas and Manang Irene Estante Revillar.
This event is free and includes light refreshments.

California Duck Days in Davis
2026-04-25 09:00 - 16:00 | Yolo Basin Foundation, 45211 County Road 32B, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
California Duck Days is a family-friendly outdoor festival featuring wetland-themed arts and crafts, live animals, nature activities, and interactive exhibits for all ages. Food trucks will be on-site, and attendees are encouraged to bring a water bottle. No dogs allowed. Parking is available in the CA Department of Fish and Wildlife back lot.
