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Novato

Marin's northernmost city retains much of its rural character, despite being one of the county's largest communities. Family-friendly Novato offers a charming downtown and plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun. It's also the gateway to West Marin and the Wine Country.

Gymnastics Classes for kids in Marin County

Gymnastics Classes for Kids in Marin

August 23, 2025
Best Haircuts for Kids in Marin

Haircuts for Kids in Marin

August 10, 2025

Awesome Ice Cream Shops in Marin & Beyond

June 28, 2025
Indian Valley Open Space Preserve Novato

Hit the Trail at Indian Valley Open Space Preserve

June 25, 2025

Planes, Air Museums, and Aviation Fun in the San Francisco Bay Area

June 5, 2025
Kids Reading Challenge

Keep the Learning Alive with Summer Reading Programs at Marin Libraries

June 2, 2025

Splash, Slide, and Swim at the Hamilton Community Pool in Novato

May 27, 2025
Summer Movie Clubhouse 2025 June 2–August 7

Kids' Summer Movie Clubhouse Returns to Marin!

May 20, 2025

Upcoming Novato Events

Thursday, December 18

Drop-in: Tumbling Tots at Novato Gymnastics
Novato Gymnastics Center
12:30 pm
Drop-in: Tumbling Tots at Novato Gymnastics
Novato Gymnastics Center
5:30 pm

Friday, December 19

Kids Night Out at Novato Gymnastics
Novato Gymnastics Center
5:00 pm

Tuesday, December 23

Stories and Rhyme Wiggle Time
Novato Library
10:00 am

Wednesday, December 24

Books & Bubbles Storytime
Novato Library
10:00 am

Tuesday, December 30

Stories and Rhyme Wiggle Time
Novato Library
10:00 am