There's no shortage of family fun in the Bay Area. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, your family can experience non-stop excitement with these family-friendly events.

Friday, January 25, 2019

Bohemian Rhapsody Singalong

6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Lark Theater (map)

Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury, who defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet.

42nd Street, Young Performer's Edition

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Playhouse in San Anselmo (map)

Join us this fall for 42ND STREET, Young Performer's Edition! The ultimate show-biz musical, 42ND STREET is a celebration of Broadway, Times Square, and the people who make the magic of musical theatre.

Good Shepherd Lutheran School Presents, Roald Dahl's Willie Wonka Jr.

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Showcase Theater (map)

Come and join our amazing cast of Good Shepherd Lutheran School’s 3rd, 4th and 5th grade actors under the direction of veteran youth director, Gretchen Simon.

Fog City Magic Fest

8:00 PM
Exit Theater (map)

See 7 shows in the 2018 Fog City Magic Fest for only $100! Buy a Fog City Magic Fest All Festival Pass and we will reserve a ticket in your name at the box office for all 7 shows. Tickets must be redeemed at the box office by 15 minutes before the show. Good for one person only. Note: the pass does not include admission to the Lecture for Magicians Only.

Saturday, January 26, 2019

Golden Gate Kennel Club Dog Show

8:00 AM
Cow Palace (map)

The premier benched dog show on the West Coast.

Fun Family Fitness Class

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Mill Valley Recreation(map)

Join Coach Tilda for a fun workout for the entire family!

Marin Montessori Open House

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Marin Waldorf School (map)

Please come visit our beautiful 10-acre campus & open classrooms. Meet our brilliant Alumni and learn more about Waldorf education.

Fort Point Living History Day

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Fort Point National Historic Site (map)

Fort Point is called to action once again! Experience first-hand the momentous era of the American Civil War from live re-enactors through infantry and artillery demonstrations, medicine in the 1800's, music, Victorian dance and exhibits displaying the lives of men, women, and children of days past.

Walk This Whey

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hidden Villa (map)

From yaks and camels to cows and goats, humans have been domesticating animals for dairy for over 10,000 years! In this class, we will learn about the history of dairy animals, take one of our dairy goats on a stroll around the farm, and end by tasting milks and cheeses from different types of dairy animals. Join us for this informative, fun, and delicious program!

Whalefest Monterey

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf (map)

This free, fun and educational interactive family event for all ages celebrates the biodiversity of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and much more!

LumaCon

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lucchesi Center (map)

LumaCon! is a comic convention for youth that celebrates creativity and literacy for all.

One Tam Fungus Bioblitz: Later Winter Remix

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
San Geronimo Valley Community Center (map)

Join Marin County Parks and One Tam at Roy’s Redwoods as we try to identify and document every fungus species we see! Hone your naturalist skills, learn to use the iNaturalist app, and become our scientific collaborator for a day!

Wonderland: Alice's Rock And Roll Adventure

10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM
BACT Berkeley Center(map)

Grab your flamingo and tumble into Wonderland with Alice to meet all of Lewis Carroll’s irresistible characters in this lively rock and roll re-imagining of his beloved tales.

Peg + Cat Live

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Castro Valley Center for the Arts (map)

Based on the Emmy-winning PBS Kids show PEG + CAT (produced by Fred Rogers Productions and 9 Story Media Group), this totally awesome musical features wild comedy, countless favorite songs from the show, and Peg’s super coolest pal Ramone!

Tu’Bishvat Celebration Of The Trees 2019

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Bay Area Discovery Museum (map)

Celebrate Tu’Bishvat, the Birthday of the Trees, with an ecological birthday party.

Family Art Making

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
de Young museum (map)

Family Art Making offers a free, drop-in art project led by professional teaching artists.

The Groundlings Children's Show

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marines' Memorial Theatre (map)

The Groundlings are known for their improvisational, comedic actors.

MVCode- San Francisco Ribbon Cutting

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MV Code (map)

Ribbon cutting of our new SF location. Refreshments and prizes for all ages!

Oakland A's FanFest

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Jack London Square(map)

The Oakland A's will host their annual FanFest on Saturday, January 26 from 11 am to 2 pm at Jack London Square.

Jeanne Walker Harvey - Boats On The Bay

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Book Passage (map)

Houseboats, ferries, fishing boats, sailboats . . . see all the boats parade on the bay

Exploring Seasonal Marshlands

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bike Path at the Vallejo Home (map)

Come out during the rainy season to explore the park’s open space as it turns to natural wetlands.

Good Shepherd Lutheran School Presents, Roald Dahl's Willie Wonka Jr.

1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Showcase Theater (map)

Come and join our amazing cast of Good Shepherd Lutheran School’s 3rd, 4th and 5th grade actors under the direction of veteran youth director, Gretchen Simon.

Llama Llama Pajama Party

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mill Valley Public Library(map)

Wear your favorite pjs and come to the party for stories, crafts and snacks! Plus we will celebrate the families reading 1000 books before kindergarten.

42nd Street, Young Performer's Edition

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Playhouse in San Anselmo (map)

Join us this fall for 42ND STREET, Young Performer's Edition! The ultimate show-biz musical, 42ND STREET is a celebration of Broadway, Times Square, and the people who make the magic of musical theatre.

Teen Movie Night

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Belvedere Tiburon Library (map)

Teens age 11-18 (in grades 6-12) are invited to the library after hours for a free movie, popcorn, and pizza.

Claws For A Cause Crab Feed & Silent Auction

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Marin YMCA (map)

Have a cracking good time with us as we work to build a better future for kids and families in Marin County by joining us or sponsoring our 11th Annual Crab Feed and Silent Auction.

Sensory Friendly Film Showings: A Dog's Way Home

Check with Theater
AMC Van Ness 14 (map)

AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where we turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing!

Winter Nights: The Colors Of India

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Osher Marin JCC (map)

A Tribute to the Rhythms of Punjab - With Dance, Music & Songs of the village women Tonight we take you to India without leaving the North Bay.

Fog City Magic Fest

8:00 PM
Exit Theater (map)

See 7 shows in the 2018 Fog City Magic Fest for only $100! Buy a Fog City Magic Fest All Festival Pass and we will reserve a ticket in your name at the box office for all 7 shows. Tickets must be redeemed at the box office by 15 minutes before the show. Good for one person only. Note: the pass does not include admission to the Lecture for Magicians Only.

Sunday, January 27, 2019

Golden Gate Kennel Club Dog Show

8:00 AM
Cow Palace (map)

The premier benched dog show on the West Coast.

BABY RAVE Oakland

Sunday, January 27, 2019
10:00 AM 11:30 AM
3903 Broadway Third FloorOakland, CA, 94611United States(map)

BABY RAVE Oakland is a new kid-friendly dance party that is sure to get you and your little one moving and shaking to the music together!

Family Access Day At California Academy Of Sciences 2019!

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
California Academy of Sciences (map)

Free for families of children with disabilities or special needs. Space is limited. Reserve a spot today!

Marine Science Sundays For 2019

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Marine Mammal Center (map)

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month for Marine Science Sunday - a FREE engaging ocean-inspired classroom series from our education experts. These interactive classroom programs are great for all ages!

How To Talk So Kids Will Listen And Listen So Kids Will Talk: Sunday Intensive

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Parents Place Marin Dr. George Sugarman Swift Building (map)

Learn practical strategies to improve cooperation and discipline, strengthen character, and enhance your relationships at home.

Whalefest Monterey

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf (map)

This free, fun and educational interactive family event for all ages celebrates the biodiversity of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and much more!

Wonderland: Alice's Rock And Roll Adventure

10:30 AM, 1:30 PM & 4:00 PM
BACT Berkeley Center (map)

Grab your flamingo and tumble into Wonderland with Alice to meet all of Lewis Carroll’s irresistible characters in this lively rock and roll re-imagining of his beloved tales.

Mill Valley LiVE With Seattle's Favorite Family Band - The Brian White Band

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mill Valley Community Center (map)

Mill Valley LiVE – A series of live entertainment for the whole family.

Infant And Child CPR

12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Parents Place Marin County Dr. George Sugarman Swift Building (map)

Learn to recognize an infant or child in distress, rescue measures for choking, CPR techniques, and infant sleep safety.

What Is Common Core Math?

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Lawrence Hall of Science (map)

This workshop will focus on math concepts in 3rd–5th grade, but we welcome families with students in 1st–6th grade who wish to attend.

Snow White And The 7 Dwarfs

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Cowell Theater (map)

The Children’s Theatre Association of San Francisco is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing live musical theater to over 7,500 school children each year at no cost to the schools.

42nd Street, Young Performer's Edition

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Playhouse in San Anselmo (map)

Join us this fall for 42ND STREET, Young Performer's Edition! The ultimate show-biz musical, 42ND STREET is a celebration of Broadway, Times Square, and the people who make the magic of musical theatre.

Peter Gros From The Original Mutual Of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ruth Finley Person Theater (map)

As seen on Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, LIVE With Kelly and Ryan, The Today Show, The Tonight Show, and Animal Planet.

Gustafer Yellowgold, Featuring Morgan Taylor And Special Guest Mike Phirman

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Swedish American Hall (map)

Described by the New York Times as “Dr. Seuss Meets ‘Yellow Submarine’,” Grammy® nominated artist, Morgan Taylor will perform his one-of-a-kind, music and animation show at SF Sketchfest.

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