Marin & Bay Area Weekend Family Fun for July 17–19
Visit the towering redwoods without the Muir Woods crowds at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve in Guerneville.
Here are our picks for great events and activities for children and families this Weekend. Find more events for the whole week in Marin and beyond in our Family Events Calendar.
All Weekend
- Garden Bros Circus sets up their big top tent in Vallejo, Friday–Sunday, various times.
- Dive in and cool off a the McNears Beach pool in San Rafael, Friday–Sunday, 10 am–6 pm.
- Visit the towering redwoods without the Muir Woods crowds at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve in Guerneville.
- Explore the new Bubble Bash exhibit at the Bay Area Discovery Museum in Sausalito, Friday–Sunday, 10 am–4 pm.
- Splash and play at the water park at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa, Friday–Sunday, 11:30 am–6:30 pm.
- Get your skate on at the summer Roller Disco Daze at the Marin County Fairgrounds, Friday–Sunday, noon–10 pm.
- Come to downtown San Anselmo for live outdoor music with Live on the Avenue, Friday & Saturday, 6–8:30 pm.
- Browse handmade goods, original artwork, and wellness products and enjoy entertainment at the Community Arts Market at Presidio Tunnel Tops in San Francisco, Saturday & Sunday, 10 am–4 pm.
Friday, July 17
- Toishan Lions Dance Troupe performs two kids' shows at Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco, Friday, 11 am & noon.
- Meet baseball players from the San Rafael Pacifics at San Anselmo Library, Friday, noon–12:45 pm.
- Bring the kiddos for inflatable fun at the pool obstacle course at Hamilton Pool, Novato, 1:15–6 pm.
- Climb aboard your favorite trucks, heavy machinery, and emergency vehicles while meeting the heroes who keep us safe, Mill Valley Community Center, Friday, 4–7 pm.
- Ron Rosson & Musiq for the Soul perform at the Jazz & Blues by the Bay in Sausalito, Friday, 6:30–8 pm.
- Bring the kiddos to see The Tigger Movie for free outdoors at Marin Country Mart, Friday, 6 pm.
- Enjoy a free concert by One Fell Swoop on the Novato Civic Green, Friday, 6–8 pm.
Splash and play at the water park at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa, Friday–Sunday, 11:30 am–6:30 pm.
Saturday, July 18
- Pick your own organic raspberries at Boring Farm in Sebastopol, Saturday, 9 am–1 pm (reservations required).
- Bring your favorite plushy to Children's Fairyland in Oakland for their annual Teddy Bear Picnic Day, Saturday, 10 am–5 pm.
- Check out the new Kids' Lab on a preview day at the Museum of San Francisco, Saturday, 11 am–5 pm.
- Celebrate Bastille Day with French food, drink, music, and culture at the Embarcadero Plaza in San Francisco, Saturday, 11 am–6 pm.
- The free Hayes Valley Carnival celebrates its 115th anniversary with two thrilling circus performances, games, ice cream, and more, Saturday, noon–4 pm.
- Enjoy a warm campfire, a few songs, and toasty marshmallow roast at the historic Sonoma Barracks, Saturday, 7 pm.
Sunday, July 19
- Shop for organically grown produce and more at the Sunday Marin Farmer's Market at the Civic Center in San Rafael, Sunday, 8 am–1 pm.
- Enjoy a family walk and lunch among the redwoods at Indian Tree Preserve in Novato, Sunday, 10 am–1 pm.
- See the World Cup finals at Fisherman's Wharf while the kids play in the VIP Family Zone, Sunday 11 am–3 pm.
- Watch the World Cup finals on the big screen outdoors at Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco, Sunday 11 am–4 pm.
- Circus Bella presents a free circus performance in San Francisco's Salesforce Park, Sunday, 1 & 3 pm.
- The Westones perform a free concert at Corte Madera Town Park, Sunday, 5–6:30 pm.
Pick your own organic raspberries at Boring Farm in Sebastopol, Saturday, 9 am–1 pm (reservations required).
