Free Things to Do

Pick the perfect pumpkin at Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival. Throughout the month of October, you’ll enjoy the pumpkin patch, straw bale maze, petting zoo and […]

Explore over 100 miles of picturesque Santa Clarita trails and paseos designed for commuting and recreational use, including walking, riding, jogging and skating. It’s […]

Join the fun as SENSES transforms Main Street in Old Town Newhall into a themed block party every third Thursday of the month from […]

Take a tour of William S. Hart’s Museum, the former home of the famed silent film actor and director who produced a series of […]

Visit Placerita Canyon, a canyon that features cool, shaded oak groves, a willow and sycamore-lined seasonal stream and interesting plant and animal communities. A […]

Visit Castaic Lake, a 9,000-acre water reservoir that’s perfect for every water and outdoor activity, from fishing, boating, jet skiing and swimming to mountain biking […]

Spend the afternoon strolling along Main Street’s Walk of Western Stars in Old Town Newhall. Here you’ll find more than 90 actors, directors, writers and […]

Listen to the music of your favorite rock, blues or country band while enjoying southern California’s cool evenings at Concerts in the Park. Bring […]

Explore Hart Park and encounter the descendants of the bison that were originally donated by Walt Disney. You may enjoy visiting a live collection of farm […]

Take part in a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game and search for Geocaches around Santa Clarita. With hundreds of geocache locations in the area, […]

Pack a picnic with fresh fruits, local produce, and specialty food items from one of Santa Clarita’s weekly Farmer’s Markets. With locations at College […]

Speaking of picnics, get outdoors and enjoy it at one of the City’s 34 Parks! And once you’re done eating, enjoy all of the recreation […]

Every vacationer needs a good book, so pick one up during your Southern California getaway at a Santa Clarita Public Library. Attend a free workshop […]

Learn about nature and meet some new friends at Placerita Canyon Nature Center’s weekly Family Nature Walk and Live Animal Presentation. Both activities are […]

Hike, bike and explore Pico Canyon. Located in the north end of Santa Clarita Woodlands Park, the canyon offers outdoor enthusiasts shaded trails that lead into […]

Appreciate art with your own self-guided tour of Santa Clarita’s public art. You’ll see some remarkable pieces and enjoy an aesthetically appealing afternoon of […]

Visit another world at Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park, a 750-acre reserve that’s north of Santa Clarita off the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). Once a […]

Experience history at Heritage Junction, home to 19^th century Saugus Train Station and many historical buildings from old Newhall. If visiting on the weekend, […]

Join the festivities at Santa Clarita’s Fourth of July Kick things off by taking part in the annual Independence Day Classic 5K, 10K […]

Relax and let your doggie exercise on their own at one of our three dog parks. Central Bark, Canine Country and Five Barks give […]

Plan your adventure and learn about various Santa Clarita trails and Southern California nature walks on HikeSantaClarita.com, and then head outside.

Grind the rails! Our state-of-the-art 40,000 sq. ft skatepark features large bowls, a Street Plaza, Half-Pipe Tunnel, Snake Runs, Skate-able Planters and much more! […]

Break out the cowbells and cheer for the Amgen Tour of California riders as they come through Santa Clarita! One of the nation’s largest […]

Step back in time and visit Tesoro Adobe Park. The Tesoro Adobe was built and owned by noted western film actor, Harry Carey, in the […]

Tour Hollywood’s Backlot. Southern California is all about film and TV, after all and Santa Clarita is one of the most active filming spots […]

Learn about your local flora at the Castaic Lake Water Agency Conservatory Garden and Learning Center. Located on a high plateau against the spectacular […]

Head to the historic Hart Park for the annual Hart of the West POW WOW in September. This Santa Clarita event draws tribal members […]

Snap a selfie while taking a photo tour of Santa Clarita. We have amazing views from every turn, from our open space areas to […]

Cheer on the participants in the annual Santa Clarita Marathon. An official qualifying race for the Boston Marathon, the race tests the physical boundaries […]

Go fly a kite at a city park. Many of our parks offer ample space for you to run right along next to your […]

Experience Shakespeare in the park at the annual LA SummerFest at Towsley Canyon. Bring blankets, chairs and a picnic to enjoy the outdoor play […]

Tour Old Pico Number Four, the oldest and longest producing oil well in California in Pico Canyon at Mentryville. Today, historic buildings still stand including […]

Go head to head in a Disc Golf competition around Central Park. Enjoy Southern California’s fantastic weather and get a little exercise while playing […]

Pick a grassy spot to enjoy the Wild Beast music series at CalArts. Afternoon & evening concerts take place on the lawn, spotlighting several […]

Listen to Music! There are numerous Santa Clarita restaurants and wine lounges that offer free live entertainment on weekends, including Salt Creek Grille, and Wine […]