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  • 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!

    Fall family hikes in Marin
  • 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!

Families and kids ice skating at the outdoor holiday rink in San Francisco's Union Square, with a decorated Christmas tree in the background.

November 3, 2026

Some Bay Area ice skating rinks are opening this week! Lace up your skates and discover the best places for family-friendly holiday ice skating with kids in Marin, Sonoma, Napa, San Francisco, and throughout the Bay Area in 2026.
estive Christmas tree and elaborate gingerbread house display at the Fairmont San Francisco during the holiday season.

November 3, 2026

Discover the best holiday things to do in San Francisco with kids in 2026! From awesome Christmas lights and festive holiday events to ice skating, holiday shows, and family-friendly activities, there's something magical for everyone this holiday season.
Light tunnel with family at Lightscape San Francisco Botanical Garden

November 3, 2026

Discover the best Christmas lights and family-friendly holiday light displays in the San Francisco Bay Area this winter! Some require advance tickets, so plan ahead.
Conductor with kids Marin Symphony

November 2, 2026

Sponsored: Mini Maestro: Meet the Strings—Classics, Concertos, and Fiddles is a fun-filled, interactive musical adventure designed especially for kids and their families on Sunday, November 8, at 2:30 pm. Kids attend FREE!

Classes for Kids

Marin Mommies is the go-to guide for parents and families in Marin County and the San Francisco Bay Area, with events and activities, local schools, neighborhoods, summer camps, travel ideas, and more.

Marin Holiday Guide 2026