Get ready for some more summer fun!

Friday, August 9, 2019

Meet Your Community Helpers & Car Rally Family Program

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Novato Library (map)

Meet your Community Helpers and tour their service vehicles!

Sonoma County Fair

August 1 - August 11, 11am-10pm

The Sonoma County Fair is the Northbay’s largest summer event.

Bubble And Face Paint Party At Creek Park

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Creek Park, San Anselmo (map)

Creek Park Celebrate all your reading accomplishments with face painting by Tatyana’s Magic Brush followed by an hour of bubble fun by the San Francisco Bubble Man Mike Ashe.

Those Dancin' Feet

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Jack London State Historic Park (map)

Your feet won’t let you stay still as you rejoice in this festive celebration of what Transcendence does best… dance!

Picnics On The Plaza

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
San Anselmo (map)

Come enjoy some live local music on the Town Hall lawn! Bring a picnic blanket or chairs, your family and friends, and come enjoy a beautiful evening in downtown San Anselmo.

Friday Night Jazz

6:00 PM - 8:59 PM
Marin Country Mart (map)

Every Friday night, meet us at Marin Country Mart to enjoy some jazzy tunes in the courtyard! Grab some snacks & a drink and settle in for a new musical adventure every week.

Teen Science Night 2019

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
California Academy of Sciences (map)

End summer with science! Immerse yourself in the natural world at the California Academy of Sciences’ 7th annual #TeenScienceNight, a teen takeover night at the museum.

Mill Valley: Movies In The Park - Spider-Man Into The Spider-Verse

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Old Mill Park (map)

These movies are held on the first Friday night in July, August, September, and October and are family friendly. Please bring your blankets, low beach chairs, flashlights and picnics.

Jazz And Blues By The Bay

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Gabrielson Park (map)

Jazz and Blues by the Bay is back! This summertime concert series is famous for great music, stunning views and is a great time to spend with family and friends.

Creekside Friday

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The Cabin (map)

Family friendly weekly free musical series at The Cabin, Tennessee Valley featuring local musicians plus a kids' area with face painting, bounce house and more, every Friday, 6:30-8pm.

Disney’s The Lion King Jr.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Throckmorton Youth Performers (map)

The Lion King JR. tells the story of a curious cub named Simba and his epic adventures as he learns to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king.

Movie In The Park: Sandlot

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Corte Madera Community Center (map)

Movie at the Corte Madera Community Center,

Burlingame: Movies In The Park - Incredibles 2

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Washington Park (map)

Come join us for something fun and exciting this summer with FREE FAMILY MOVIES in Washington Park.

Saturday, August 10, 2019

Walk Honoring Native Californians: Miwok Life At China Camp

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
China Camp State Park, San Rafael (map)

Join naturalist Jerry Coe for an educational walk as he discusses the pre-colonial settlements of the coastal Miwok people at China Camp.

Basics Of Freshwater Fishing

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
McInnis Park, San Rafael (map)

Join us at McInnis Park where rangers will teach tips and tricks of the trade of freshwater fishing at the park’s pond.

Dino Days Of Summer

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Bay Area Discovery Museum, Sausalito (map)

Our Dino Days of Summer continues with an entire weekend of dinosaur-themed programs, in addition to our summer exhibit, Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice™.

Concert For Kids/Tot Art In The Park

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Robin Sweeny Park (map)

A free outdoor music series for kids and their families on the 2nd Saturday from July to October, 10:30am-12pm at Robin Sweeny Park.

Pistahan

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens(map)

Celebrating Filipino and Filipino-American arts and culture, the 25th annual Pistahan features 2 days of art pavilions and stages highlighting contemporary and traditional music, dance, art, crafts, cuisine and artifacts.

Sonoma County Fair

August 1 - August 11, 11am-10pm

The Sonoma County Fair is the Northbay’s largest summer event.

Chinatown Music Festival

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Portsmouth Square Playground (map)

The free annual Chinatown Music Festival celebrates its 10th season.

Presidio Kite Festival

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Main Parade Ground (map)

Let your imagination soar at this colorful, family-friendly festival featuring all things kite.

Pixar Shorts Collection

1:30 AM - 3:30 AM
Smith Rafael Film Center, San Rafael (map)

The Rafael is proud to present this very special collection of Pixar’s adored, classic short animated films!

Angel Island Live

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tiburon (map)

The Cantina is THE place for festive fun on Angel Island. June-October the deck hosts “Angel Island Live” a series of live music performers sponsored by Lagunitas Brewing Company.

Those Dancin' Feet

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Jack London State Historic Park (map)

Your feet won’t let you stay still as you rejoice in this festive celebration of what Transcendence does best… dance!

Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Coyote Point Recreation Area (map)

Kids Obstacle Challenge is an adventure and obstacle course race designed specifically for kids ages 5-16 and their parents.

Basics Of Freshwater Fishing

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
McInnis Park (map)

Join us at McInnis Park where rangers will teach tips and tricks of the trade of freshwater fishing at the park’s pond.

Llama Llama, Live

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Children's Creativity Museum (map)

Our original, world-premiere musical will have everyone doing the Bedtime Dance!

Disney’s The Lion King Jr.

2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Throckmorton Youth Performers, Mill Valley (map)

The Lion King JR. tells the story of a curious cub named Simba and his epic adventures as he learns to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king.

Rohnert Park: Movies At The Green

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Green Music Center (map)

Pack a picnic and join us on Weill Lawn for a double feature of The Little Mermaid: 30th Anniversary Screening and an additional film to be announced. Celebrate a classic with this special evening of Disney.

Creek Park: Transformers

6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Creek Park (map)

Transformers is a series of American science fiction action films based on Transformers franchise which began in the 1980s. Michael Bay has directed the first five films: Transformers, Revenge of the Fallen, Dark of the Moon, Age of Extinction and The Last Knight.

Novato: Movies In The Park, Incredibles 2

8:15 PM - 10:15 PM
Novato Civic Green (map)

Gather your friends and family, low-back lawn chairs and comfy blankets to enjoy a FREE outdoor movie showing!

Cafe Verde Cinema Paradiso

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Town Park Plaza (map)

Outdoor movie every Saturday at 8pm. Don’t forget your blanket.

Novato: Movies In The Park, Increcibles 2

8:15 PM - 10:15 PM
Novato Civic Green (map)

Gather your friends and family, low-back lawn chairs and comfy blankets to enjoy a FREE outdoor movie showing!

Astronomy Nights On Mt. Tamalpais

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cushing Memorial Theater (map)

Welcome to the Mt. Tam Astronomy Program. This educational program is designed to give the public and students of all ages and backgrounds a better understanding of our universe by hearing about current theories and discoveries followed by an opportunity to observe through telescopes.

Sunday, August 11, 2019

Subaru Kids Obstacle Challenge

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Coyote Point Recreation Area (map)

Kids Obstacle Challenge is an adventure and obstacle course race designed specifically for kids ages 5-16 and their parents.

Pancake Breakfast @ West Point Inn

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
West Point Inn (map)

Please join us up at the Inn for these wonderful events.

Bay Parade

San Francisco
9:00 AM 3:30 PM

The Bay Parade brings together boaters, rowers, swimmers, kayakers, and paddle boarders for a day of celebration and fun on the water.

Exploration & A Sense Of Wonder Program

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
China Camp Village (map)

This is an ongoing monthly program for children 3-5 years old.

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!

Dino Days Of Summer

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Bay Area Discovery Museum, Sausalito (map)

Our Dino Days of Summer continues with an entire weekend of dinosaur-themed programs, in addition to our summer exhibit, Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice™.

Summer Sunday Fundays

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Lawrence Hall of Science (map)

Join us for another exciting summer of science at the Hall! From our special Sunday Funday events to our newest exhibit, Dinosaurs in Motion, there are so many ways to explore, discover, and invent at the Hall. Take a look and see what we have in store.

Fort Point Living History Day

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fort Point (map)

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.

Alameda Mini Maker Faire

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Alameda Point (map)

Alameda Mini Maker Faire.

City Horse Kids' Carnival

10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Golden Gate Fields (map)

On Sunday, August 11, 2019, City Horse will host our 5th annual carnivalfor little children and their families.

Llama Llama, Live

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Children's Creativity Museum (map)

Our original, world-premiere musical will have everyone doing the Bedtime Dance!

Pistahan

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Esplanade, Yerba Buena Gardens(map)

Sonoma County Fair

August 1 - August 11, 11am-10pm

The Sonoma County Fair is the Northbay’s largest summer event.

Presidio Picnic

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Main Parade Ground (map)

Multi-cultural community celebration unveils new mobile food creators and cultural dance groups at San Francisco’s Presidio National Park.

Town Center Summer Music Series

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Corte Madera Town Center (map)

Enjoy live music throughout the summer at the Town Center.

Folkish Festival

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Marin Country Mart (map)

Live folkish tunes at the Marin Country Mart every Sunday evening are perfect family fun. Don't forget your dancing shoes!

Stern Grove Festival - Pink Martini & Barrio Manouche

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Stern Grove Festival (map)

Stern Grove Festival Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to make live musical experiences accessible to all.

Disney’s The Lion King Jr.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Throckmorton Youth Performers, Mill Valley (map)

The Lion King JR. tells the story of a curious cub named Simba and his epic adventures as he learns to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king.

Angel Island Live

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tiburon (map)

The Cantina is THE place for festive fun on Angel Island. June-October the deck hosts “Angel Island Live” a series of live music performers sponsored by Lagunitas Brewing Company.

Arias In The Afternoon

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gabrielson Park (map)

Songs performed by singers from the San Francisco Opera in an idyllic setting of Gabrielson Park, free lawn seating, 2-4pm.

Concerts On The Plaza

2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Downtown Mill Valley (map)

FREE outdoor concerts on the Mill Valley Downtown Plaza on each Sunday in August with 2 bands performing from 2-3:30pm & 4-5:30pm surrounded by local retail shops and restaurants.

Music In The Park

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Peri Park, Fairfax (map)

Music in the Park is a free outdoor Summer music series presented at the Redwood Stage in Peri Park on Sunday afternoons.

Concerts-In-The-Park

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Belvedere Park Gazebo (map)

Live music at Belvedere Park is a wonderful way for families to enjoy Sunday with a picnic, music, dancing and a chance to see old friends as well as make new ones.

Summer Sunday Concerts At Piccolo Pavilion

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Menke Park (map)

The Foundation’s free Summer Sunday Concerts at Piccolo Pavilion in Old Corte Madera Square begin on June 9, 2019, and continue on Sundays through August 25, from 5:00pm to 6:30pm.