Marin Summer Survival Guide 2026

Marin Summer Survival Guide 2026

Summer's here and the kids are out of school, so it's time to find something to keep everyone busy! Here's our hot list of activities, outings, and events for maximum family fun this summer in Marin County and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Stern Grove free concert stage with audience watching

The Stern Grove Festival Returns with Free Summer Concerts!

Summer Movie Clubhouse Cinemakr June 1-August 6 $1.75 movies

Kids' Summer Movie Clubhouse Returns to Marin!

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8 Awesome Summer Hikes for Families in Marin

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Hands-on Museums for Kids and Families in Marin and the Bay Area

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Fun Summer Events

Saturday, May 30

Free Saturday at the de Young
de Young Museum, San Francisco
9:30 am
Sonoma Botanical Garden: Spirit Guides
Sonoma Botanical Garden, Glen Ellen
10:00 am
Drop-in: WildCare’s Ambassador Zone
Wildcare, San Rafael
10:00 am
The Farmers' Market at Marin Country Mart
Marin Country Mart, Larkspur
11:00 am

Sunday, May 31

Sonoma Botanical Garden: Spirit Guides
Sonoma Botanical Garden, Glen Ellen
10:00 am
Drop-in: WildCare’s Ambassador Zone
Wildcare, San Rafael
10:00 am