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October 17, 2026: Barktober Festival

Back for another year after the huge success of previous festivals, Carmichael’s Barktoberfest has quickly become the Top Dog of pet-friendly fall events! This fur-friend inspired event, brought to you by the Carmichael Parks Foundation and Carmichael Recreation and Park District, will once again take over Carmichael Park, bringing together local residents, families, businesses, and—of course—their pets.

October 16, 2026: Jan Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Hardship Youth Scholarship Program

Are you and your family experiencing a significant life event that has created financial hardship, making it difficult to afford youth recreation programs? If so, the Carmichael Parks Foundation provides partial youth scholarships to help during this time.

November 7, 2026: Wall of Honor

Join us for this annual event honoring our local heroes at 10am at Patriots Park (6827 Palm Ave). This event recognizes members of the community who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Activity Guide

Check out what's happening this Fall and Winter!

Toddler & Me Classes

Discover, play, and grow together in our Toddler & Me programs! Designed for young children and their caregivers, these engaging classes provide the…

KHO After School Program

Now taking registration for School-Year!

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Barktober event at Carmichael Park on Oct 17th: pet costume contest, vendor booths, activities, food trucks, and more!

Barktober Festival

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Jan Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Event honoring local heroes at Patriot's Park on Nov 7. Recognizes fallen members from various services.

Wall of Honor

Join us for this annual event honoring our local heroes at 10am at Patriots Park (6827 Palm Ave). This event recognizes members of the community who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Activity Guide

Check out what's happening this Fall and Winter!

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Hardship Youth Scholarship Program

Are you and your family experiencing a significant life event that has created financial hardship, making it difficult to afford youth recreation programs? If so, the Carmichael Parks Foundation…

A person is crafting jewelry in a handmade studio, using tools and various colorful beads and charms on a work surface.

Intro to Felting: Make a Felt Mushroom

Step into the whimsical world of needle felting and create your own charming woodland mushroom! This beginner-friendly workshop introduces the art of needle felting, where soft wool fibers are sculpted into delightful three-dimensional creations using simple techniques and specialized felting needles.

Kids enjoying time together in an after-school program, playing on a playground and posing with a toy inside a classroom.

KHO After School Program

The Kid’s Hang Out After School Program is operated by qualified staff and held at the La Sierra Community Center, Monday through Friday throughout the school year.

Images from Tiny Tots Preschool: kids playing, learning, and having fun on a playground, showcasing creativity and interaction.

Tiny Tots Program

The Tiny Tots Preschool provides a nurturing and engaging environment designed to support each child's emotional, physical, social, and cognitive development. Through hands-on activities...

Friday Paint Nights

Friday nights, we paint. Unwind at the end of the week with a themed, instructor-led painting class where teens and adults create beautiful artwork in a fun, welcoming, and creative atmosphere.

Toddler & Me Classes

Discover, play, and grow together in our Toddler & Me programs! Designed for young children and their caregivers, these engaging classes provide the…

Kids are drawing with markers at a table in the "Young Artists Studio." Colorful artwork is being created.

Young Artists Studio Series

Inspire your child's imagination through the joy of art! Young Artists Studio offers fun, hands-on classes where young creators can explore a variety…