Ceres Community Center & Recreation Department

08/28/2026

🌙 Night Market: Vendor Spotlights + Live Performances

Join us every Wednesday, September 2nd–30th, from 5–8 PM for an evening celebrating the heart of our community! ✨

Our local vendors and businesses are opening their doors and bringing their best to the Night Market—ready to welcome you, serve you, and showcase the amazing people and businesses that make our community special.

🛍️ Shop local vendors and discover unique finds.
🍴 Enjoy delicious food and treats from local businesses.
🎶 Enjoy live performances and local talent.
🤝 Connect with friends, family, and your community.

Support local. Shop local. Eat local. Enjoy local. ❤️

📅 Wednesdays, September 2nd–30th, 2026
⏰ 5–8 PM

Come hungry, bring your friends, and make a night of it at the Night Market! 🌙✨

08/27/2026

🫒 Senior Meet-Up at Sciabica’s Olive Oil! 🫒
Join us for a fun event of olive oil tasting, family history, a healthy lunch, and a chance to visit the gift shop!
📅 Monday, October 12, 2026
⏰ 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
📍 Sciabica’s Olive Oil
👥 Ages 60+ & guests 18+
(all guests must be registered)

Space is limited! Pre-register by September 28 or until the event is full. Registration is available online or in person at the Ceres Community Center.

See the flyer for full details! 💚

Sign up today! 👇
https://secure.rec1.com/CA/Ceres-Ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0ODk1NTY=

08/26/2026

✨ DON’T FORGET — THE 2ND ANNUAL NIGHT MARKET IS BACK! ✨

Mark your calendars and join us every Wednesday, September 2nd–30th, for an evening filled with delicious food, local craft vendors, live entertainment, raffle prizes, and family fun! 🍴🎶

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a night out while supporting our amazing local vendors and community!

🥋 September 2nd at 6 PM — Enjoy an exciting performance by Ceres Karate!
🎶 September 23rd at 6 PM — Come out and enjoy a special performance by the Ceres High Band!

🎟️ DON’T FORGET THE RAFFLE!
Every family attending the Night Market will receive ONE FREE raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes! Want to increase your chances? Additional tickets are only $1 each! 🎉

🛍️ And don’t forget to check out our 4th Street businesses!
Most of the businesses along 4th Street will be open during the Night Market, so be sure to stop in, shop local, grab a bite, and show them some love while you’re here! ❤️

Whether you’re coming for the food, shopping, entertainment, raffle prizes, or just a fun evening with the family, there’s something for everyone!

📅 Every Wednesday | September 2nd–30th | 4th street, Ceres CA 95307

✨ Save the dates, bring the family, explore 4th Street, and come make some memories at the 2nd Annual Night Market! We can’t wait to see you there

08/26/2026

🎃🧡 Help Make Our Annual Trunk or Treat a Spooktacular Success! 🧡🎃

Our annual Trunk or Treat is just around the corner, and we're asking our amazing community for help! We're accepting candy, and prizes, to make this event a fun, safe, and memorable experience for all the children and families who attend.

Every donation—big or small—helps us create a night filled with smiles, laughter, and Halloween fun. 🍬👻

We're looking for:
• Individually wrapped candy
• Small toys and prizes

If you'd like to donate, contact Recreation Supervisor Jessica Pulliam at 209-538-4164 or email [email protected]

Thank you for supporting our community and helping us make this year's Trunk or Treat the best one yet! 🎃🍭

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

💧 WATER SERVICE RESTORED

The overnight water valve replacement work was successfully completed, and water service was fully restored by 2:00 a.m. The work was originally scheduled as part of the August 24th water service interruption.

Thank you to all affected residents and businesses for your patience, cooperation, and understanding while this important work was completed.

📝 Please Note
The Giddings area water shutoff is scheduled to occur tonight, August 25th. Additional information, including the affected area and shutdown details, can be found here:
https://ceres.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/1278

We appreciate your continued support as we complete these important improvements to the City of Ceres water system.

City of Ceres Engineering

08/21/2026

Don’t miss the registration deadline for the 3rd Annual Senior Prom! Please register in person at 2701 4th Street, Ceres CA or online at Ceres.gov by September 3rd, 2026. 🎟️✨

This event is FREE thanks to a partnership with Stanislaus County – Department of Aging. Big thank you to WelbeHealth for providing the DJ for the night and Rotary Club of Ceres for their $1,000 monetary contribution.

We are excited to dance 💃🕺to decades music and take fun pictures.

Volunteers will be needed for this event. Please contact Recreation Coordinator for more information: 209-538-5648.

08/04/2026

Calling all Ceres Community members!

Help our senior citizens shine at our 3rd Annual Senior Prom event.

07/29/2026

🎃 Whitmore Park Trunk or Treat 2026 🎃

Get ready for an afternoon of Halloween fun at Whitmore Park's Trunk or Treat 2026! Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy a safe, family-friendly event featuring creatively decorated trunks, loads of candy, games, music, and festive activities for all ages.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy an afternoon of community spirit and Halloween excitement. Interested in decorating a trunk or participating as a vendor? We'd love to have you join us!

📍 Location: Whitmore Park
📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📝 Vendor & Trunk Registration: August 4, 2026 – October 12, 2026

Come celebrate the Halloween season with us—we can't wait to see all the amazing costumes, creative trunks, and smiling faces! 🍬👻🎃