5 Fall Family Hikes in Marin

Fall offers some of the finest weather of the year in Marin and the Bay Area, so take a hike with the kiddos!

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Marin Holiday Guide 2026

Get into the holiday spirit with our annual guide to Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year's celebrations, and festive family events in Marin County and the Bay Area!

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Alt text: Festive Christmas House display at West End Nursery in San Rafael, featuring a red staircase, colorful nutcrackers, decorated Christmas trees, and holiday decorations.

Marin & Bay Area Family Events This Weekend: November 6–8

November 6, 2026

Have fun with the kiddos this weekend! Discover our picks for the best family-friendly events and activities for kids in Marin County and the Bay Area.

ZooLights Is Back at the San Francisco Zoo for the Holidays!

November 5, 2026

ZooLights is back at the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens for the first time since 2018, with an all-new look! This all-new edition of the zoo's beloved holiday experience runs from November 6, 2026, through January 3, 2027.

Holiday Light Spectacular 2026 at the Marin Center in San Rafael, featuring colorful holiday lights and family-friendly fun.

Lights, Crafts and Movie Nights: Holiday Fun Returns to the Marin Fairgrounds

November 5, 2026

Sponsored: Celebrate the holidays at the Marin Center in San Rafael! Enjoy spectacular holiday light displays, festive crafts, movie nights, and more free, family-friendly holiday fun for kids at the Marin Fairgrounds this season.

Santa Claus poses for a holiday photo with a mother and young child aboard the River Fox Train's Magical Christmas Train in Sacramento.

All Aboard Sacramento’s Magical Holiday Adventure!

November 4, 2026

Sponsored: All aboard for a magical holiday adventure! Celebrate the season with a festive ride on the River Fox Train’s Magical Christmas Train in Sacramento, featuring holiday fun, Christmas cheer, and a special visit with Santa!