Local Events – Shasta County

Life in Shasta County

Shasta County, located in Northern California, is known for its breathtaking landscapes, outdoor recreation, and vibrant community. Home to Redding, the county boasts stunning natural attractions like Shasta Lake, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and the iconic Sundial Bridge. With a mix of small-town charm and modern amenities, Shasta County offers excellent opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, and exploring the great outdoors. Its affordable housing, strong sense of community, and scenic beauty make it an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Ongoing Events

May 23rd–Aug 16th | POPnology
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Redding — A hands-on exhibit blending pop culture, science fiction and real-world innovation.

Saturdays | Redding Farmers Market
Behind Redding City Hall — Weekly market with fresh produce, local goods and a vibrant downtown atmosphere.

Sundays (May 10–Oct 11) | Farmers Market by Sundial Bridge
Turtle Bay / Sundial Bridge — A scenic weekly market with food, produce and local vendors by the river.

First Fridays | First Fridays in Downtown
Downtown Redding — Monthly evenings of art, music, shopping and community in the heart of downtown.

APRIL 2026

3rd | First Friday in Downtown
Downtown Redding — Monthly evening downtown crawl (5–8 pm).

17th–26th | Kool April Nites
Redding (multiple venues) — 10-day classic-car celebration: shows, music, cruise, and Big Show & Shine.

21st | Tommy Emmanuel, CGP — Living in the Light Tour
Cascade Theatre — Virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist in concert.

24th | Kool April Nites: The Cruise ’26
Hilltop Drive/Churn Creek area — Iconic Friday night cruise.

25th | Kool April Nites: The Big Show & Shine 2026
Redding Civic Auditorium — Hundreds of classics on display, vendors & awards.

May 2026

1st–31st | Shasta Bike Month & Challenge
Various locations, Redding — A monthlong community bike challenge with rides, events and local prizes.

1st–Jun 28th | Glowing Wild Lantern Festival
Turtle Bay / Sundial Bridge, Redding — An immersive nighttime lantern experience with illuminated displays, live performances and family-friendly fun.

2nd | 3rd Annual Shasta Celtic Fair
Redding — A lively Celtic-themed fair with artisan vendors, costumes, performances and themed activities.

2nd–3rd | Shasta Lake Classic Team Tourney
Shasta Lake — A popular two-day fishing derby for anglers on one of the North State’s signature lakes.

9th | Redding Rodeo Launch Party
Redding Rodeo Grounds — The official kickoff to rodeo week with live music, food, dancing and family-friendly fun.

9th | Roots & Rhythm Festival 2026
Shasta Land Trust, Redding — An outdoor evening of live music, local food and community gathering along the river.

9th | Redding Fire Festival: Vikings & The Eternal Flame
Shasta District Fairgrounds, Anderson — Fire performers, cirque-style entertainment, artisan vendors and themed family fun.

13th–16th | Redding Rodeo
Redding Rodeo Grounds — One of Northern California’s biggest rodeo traditions with PRCA action, vendors and fireworks.

16th | Redding Rodeo Parade
Downtown Redding — A classic hometown parade and longtime rodeo-week favorite.

23rd–24th | Shasta Renaissance & Fantasy Faire
Shasta District Fairgrounds, Anderson — Costumes, performances, food and a fantasy-filled weekend for all ages.

June 2026

13th | Redding Health Expo Run
Redding Civic Auditorium — A scenic 5K through the Sacramento River Trail tied to the annual health expo.

13th | Redding Health Expo
Redding Civic Auditorium — A free community event featuring health, wellness, fitness and local resources.

14th | Taste of Redding
Redding City Hall Sculpture Garden — Local restaurants, live music and craft beverages in a relaxed outdoor setting.

17th–21st | Shasta District Fair
Shasta District Fairgrounds, Anderson — Carnival rides, fair food, exhibits, livestock and grandstand entertainment.

19th | Juneteenth Celebration
Downtown Redding — A community celebration with live music, vendors, food and cultural programming.

July 2026

4th | Freedom Festival 2026
Redding Civic Auditorium — Redding’s annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration with food vendors and live music.

4th | Firecracker 5K Run
Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Redding — A festive patriotic 5K, Little Sparklers run and community breakfast to kick off the Fourth.

15th | Melissa Etheridge: RISE
Cascade Theatre, Redding — Grammy-winning rock icon live in concert at Redding’s historic downtown theatre.

25th | 4th Friday Concerts
IOOF Hall, Downtown Redding — Live local music in the heart of downtown as part of Viva Downtown’s recurring concert series.

August 2026

1st–2nd | Lake Redding Regatta
Lake Redding Park, Redding — A revived summer paddle-race weekend with riverfront energy and spectator appeal.

15th | Zumba Bash: Dance the Night Away
Win-River Event Center, Redding — A high-energy dance party fundraiser benefiting Haven Humane.

19th | Gipsy Kings Featuring Nicolas Reyes
Redding Civic Auditorium — Internationally known world music favorites perform live with special guests.

21st | Justin Willman: One for the Ages Tour
Redding Civic Auditorium — A comedy-magic night from the star of Magic for Humans.

22nd | 4th Friday Concerts
IOOF Hall, Downtown Redding — Another lively downtown concert night with rotating local performers.

30th | Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
Redding Civic Auditorium — Stand-up comedy tour stop from a nationally touring comic.

September 2026

19th | Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Redding
Lake Redding Park — Annual community walk supporting Alzheimer’s care, advocacy and research.

19th | Redding Beer & Wine Festival
Downtown Redding — A festive afternoon of tastings, live music, local food and artisan vendors.

26th–27th | Palo Cedro Honey Bee Festival
Palo Cedro — A longtime local favorite with vendors, food, music, family activities and small-town community charm.

*events, dates & times are subject to change.