Parks & Recreation Special Events

9/5/25 – INAUGURAL FAMILY DANCE – ONCE UPON A DREAM

Families are invited to step into a storybook world for a night of magic and memories at the Once Upon a Dance family event! With fairytale décor, twinkling lights, and a dance floor fit for royalty, this enchanting evening is filled with whimsical activities and heartwarming moments. Get ready for a night of love, laughter, and happily ever after!
Visalia Resident: Ticket Sales begin May 12^th  
Non-Visalia Resident: Ticket Sales begin June 9^th  

Event photo stations open at 5:30pm.
Doors open at 6pm with light refreshments and for the “Royal Prelude” until 7pm, this hour will consist of mellow lighting and subdued music.
The royal festivities shall commence at 7pm

Ages:                All Ages
Time:               6 – 9pm
Location:         Visalia Convention Center
Cost:                $35 per Adult - $25 per child - Under 3 free
Each attendee must have a ticket.

MOVIES IN THE PARK - FREE

Families and friends are invited to enjoy the cozy charm of fall with Movies in the Park! Guests can bring picnic dinners, blankets, and lawn chairs to relax under the stars. Festivities begin 30 minutes before sunset, followed by a feature film shown on a giant inflatable screen. (No alcohol allowed.)

September 12: Lilo & Stitch
Soroptimist Park

October 17: Minecraft
Sunset Park

CITY OF VISALIA, CORPORATE GAMES 
September 25 - October 16

Gather up the crew, it's time to compete! This Olympic style competition will be between Visalia area businesses and employees who will be competing for the Corporate Cup! With a total of 12 events, teams will compete in multiple tournaments per week over a three-week course. Visit the website at www.visalia.gov/corporategames or email at [email protected] for more information.

Potential Events Include: Cornhole, Indoor Soccer, Archery, Music Bingo, Pickleball, Disc Golf, Bowling, 3-point Contest, Tug-of-War, Volleyball, Kick Ball. Teams are expected to compete in all events.

Space is limited. Register early to reserve your spot!

FALL IN LOVE WITH VISALIA - FREE EVENT SERIES

This fall, uncover the stories and spirit that make Visalia truly special through a lineup of engaging, festive events. Designed to inspire connection and celebration, these experiences invite you to explore your city, meet neighbors, and embrace the season’s warmth. Best of all, every event is free to attend. Come be part of something meaningful and fall in love with Visalia all over again!

November 1: Tales from the Tomb 
Visalia Public Cemetery, 10am - 12:30pm 
Step into the past with an unforgettable live performance that brings Visalia’s history to life! Written by Dallas Pattee and performed by talented local actors, these powerful dramatizations spotlight real people buried in the Visalia Public Cemetery. In partnership with the Tulare County Historical Society, this engaging show reveals the legends, triumphs, and untold stories that shaped our community. It’s more than history-it’s an emotional, entertaining journey through time you won’t want to miss!

November 8: Downtown: Then & Now 
Garden Street Plaza, 10am - 12pm  
Discover the stories behind Visalia’s storefronts on this downtown walking tour. Uncover rich history and hidden treasures in the city’s vibrant core, block by block. Step back in time and explore the people, places, and moments that shaped the community. Whether a local or visitor, you’ll find history coming alive around every corner. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Visalia’s heart

November 14: Flannel & Flicks
Whitendale Park, 5pm - 10pm
Enjoy a crisp autumn evening filled with family-friendly fun! Play games, enjoy delicious food truck bites, and watch a movie under the stars. Gather around the fire pit for s’mores and celebrate the season’s magic with neighbors and friends—a perfect night of warmth, laughter, and community under the fall sky!

OCTOBER 24: VISALIA SENIOR CENTER, FALL OPEN HOUSE 
FREE to Attend, Lunch ticket $6 (Purchased online or at the Visalia Senior Center before 10/22)
Break out the Bell Bottoms and join us for a day filled with nostalgic tunes, fun raffles, and helpful resources for seniors, caregivers, and families! 
Interested in being a vendor? Email: [email protected]