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Elk Grove Weekend Events (7/25/25 - 7/27/25)
📅 An annual festival comes around, classic cars, and the pear fair.

Good morning, Elk Grove! Here’s a fresh rundown of the weekend’s events to keep you updated.
In today’s edition:
🎉 The Strauss Festival
🦋 Moth Night
📖 Shakespeare in the Park
🍐 The Pear Fair
🏎️ Classic Cars for a Cause
— The Elk Grove Gazette
1) Strauss Festival 🎉
Looking for a fun night out, supporting our local community? The Strauss Festival has been a longstanding staple in the month of July for Elk Grove, featuring live music and a choreographed theatrical performance! The event is free, takes place multiple days throughout the end of July, and has a vibrant atmosphere throughout the entire night - including food and drinks. And if you haven’t gotten enough of the 4th of July fireworks, there might be a surprise for you at the end…
When: July 24th - July 27th, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM (Thursday - Sunday)
Where: 9950 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Elk Grove, CA, 95624
Cost:
Parking Fee - $10
Entrance Fee - Free
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2) Moth Night 🦋
Located at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center, this opportunity should not be passed up! Both informative and entertaining, Moth Night gives a chance to learn more about moths through a presentation and then hands-on documentation - particularly during National Moth Week!
When: Friday, July 25th
Presentation begins at 8:30 PM
Viewing until 11:00 PM
Where: 13501 Franklin Boulevard, Galt, CA 95632
Cost: Free
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3) Shakespeare in the Park 📖
Looking for an entertaining night out with the family or friends? Look no further - director Anthony D’Juan puts on Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, a romantic and comedic tale of mistaken identities. Tickets are free, but any donations that could be made to support our local talent at Cosumnes River College would be appreciated.
When: All performances begin at 7:30 PM
Friday, July 25 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, July 26 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, July 27 at 7:30 pm
Where: Laguna Town Hall Amphitheater, 3020 Renwick Avenue, Elk Grove, CA 95758
Cost: Free; donations appreciated.
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4) Pear Fair 🍐
Are you interested in pears and fun involving pears? If this applies, visit the Pair Fair! Featuring live music, food & drink, a parade, and competitions involving pears, this longstanding traditional event has been going on since 1972, and any money made goes towards the local community!
When: Sunday, July 27 (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Where: 180 Primasing Ave, Courtland, CA 95615
Cost: $20 Per Car parking fee, CASH ONLY.
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5) Classic Cars for a Cause 🏎️
Are you a car enthusiast and looking to provide for a good cause? Join Ivy Park for the annual Memories Matter Car Show, where all proceeds go towards the Alzheimer’s Association. Food and drinks will be available, as well as a great time with friends and family.
When: Saturday, July 26 (10:30 am)
Where: 6727 Laguna Park Dr, Elk Grove, CA 95758-5069
Cost: Free; all donations go towards the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Did You Know? Although our city was incorporated on July 1, 2000, Elk Grove was founded in the 1800s.
Till next time,