Marin Weekend Family Fun for June 28, 29 & 30
Martin Griffin Preserve in Stinson Beach is open for exploration this Saturday from 10 am–4 pm
Here are our picks for great events and activities for children and families this weekend. Find out more about here.
Friday, June 28
- Children's Garden Series: Unique Derique
Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco
Friday, 11–11:30 am & 12:15–12:45 pm
A beloved Bay Area institution, the Unique Derique is a prince among clowns, an internationally esteemed performer who has honed a singular blend of physical comedy and hambone body percussion. This is part of the free children's series. Location: 799 Howard St., San Francisco. Free. Event details - Pasados del Presidio: Afternoon Fun for Kids
Presidio of San Francisco
Friday, noon–3 pm
Ever wonder what Early California was like? Join us to see history come to life through hands-on activities, a tortilla-making demonstration, and more. Music and dance by Ballet Folklórico Mexicano and others. Presented in partnership with the National Park Service. Free, registration not required but suggested. Event details - Broadway Under the Stars: A Chorus Line
Jack London State Historic Park, Glen Ellen
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 5–9 pm
The “Best Musical Ever” perfectly describes this blockbuster Broadway hit that not only launches the 2019 season of the award winning Broadway Under the Stars series, but also serves as Transcendence’s first fully performed theatrical musical production at Jack London State Historic Park. Preshow picknicking starts at 5 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm. Location: 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen. Event details. - Tam Valley's Creekside Fridays
Tennessee Valley Cabin, Mill Valley
Friday, 6–8 pm
Bring the family, pets, chairs, and blankets to the weekly free musical event. This Friday: Chris Sanders Band. Food available for purchase. Location: 203 Marin Avenue, Mill Valley. Event details - Jazz & Blues by the Bay
Gabrielson Park, Sausalito
Friday, 6:30–8 pm
Jazz & Blues by the Bay at Gabrielson Park in Sausalito is a free event. Lawn seating available (first-come first-served). This Friday: Ron Thompson and His Resistors. Event details - Music in the Park
Marinwood Park, San Rafael
Friday, 6–8 pm
Marinwood's most popular event returns this summer! Enjoy delicious BBQ by Marinwood Market and a bar for the grownups. Lineup TBA. Free. Location: 775 Miller Creek Road. Event details - Friday Nights on Main
Main Street, Downtown Tiburon
Friday, 6–9 pm
On select Fridays in the summer and fall, the Tiburon and Belvedere community meet downtown on Main Street to dine, dance and socialize. With Main Street closed to traffic, children can safely enjoy a host of fun activities while their parents relax at the outdoor dining tables. The most talented local bands play a wide range of music appealing to all generations. The party doesn’t stop until the candy store closes. This Friday: Dee Coco and Mixx Company. Event details - Free Movies on the Green: Spider Man Into the Spider-Verse & Captain Marvel
Green Music Center, Rohnert Park
Friday, 7 pm
Pack a picnic and join us on Weill Lawn for a double feature of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (5 pm) and Captain Marvel (7 pm). Parking $5. Event details - 23 Elephants Theatre Company presents Barnum the Musical
The Playhouse San Anselmo
Friday & Saturday, 7:30 pm and Saturday & Sunday, 2 pm
P.T. Barnum, the Greatest Showman on Earth, combines razzle-dazzle with charm and brass to sell “humbug” to cheering crowds. Perfect for the entire family. Tickets: general admission $15. Location: 27 Kensington Road, San Anselmo. Event details
Saturday, June 29
- Opening Day: Point Reyes Farmer's Market
Toby's Feed Barn on Main Street
Saturday, 9 am–1 pm
The first organic farmers market in the greater Bay Area. World famous, award winning, visited by British royalty (seriously!), serving both the local community and visitors of Point Reyes Station. Our many vendors we have everything from fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, wool, meat, eggs, cheese and more! Event details - Marin Country Mart Farmers Market
Marin Country Mart, Larkspur Landing
Saturday, 9 am–2 pm
Enjoy the best local and organic produce, flowers, pastured meats, seafood, organic cheeses, yogurt and milk, breads, baked goods, pasta, confections, olive oil, and brunch and lunch offerings WildCare at the Mart so meet the animals from 10 am–2 pm! Event details - Open for Exploration
Martin Griffin Preserve, Stinson Beach
Saturday, 10 am–4 pm
Bring your family and friends! The Martin Griffin Preserve is open to the public. Learn about the wonders of nature and hike through redwoods, mixed evergreen forests, coastal scrub, and enjoy sweeping vistas of the Bolinas Lagoon and Pacific Coast. Hike 8+ miles of trails, learn from nature guides, view abundant plants and wildlife, visit newt ponds, discover natural wonders in the Curiosity Room, and more. Admission: Suggested donation of $20 per person. Event details - Treasure Fest
Treasure Island, San Francisco
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am–4 pm
The Treasure Fest is a large monthly market (last weekend each month) featuring hundreds of local artists, designers, collectors, antiques, and underground food startups! In addition, there are DIY Workshops, live music, a hand-picked selection of top food trucks, and more! Admission: $7, kids 12 and under free. Event details - Pasados del Presidio: Los Californianos Commemoration of the Anza Expedition
Presidio of San Francisco
Saturday, 10:30 am–noon
Descendants of the original founding families of the Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition (1775–76) return to the Presidio to recognize the journey of their ancestors and the founding of El Presidio de San Francisco. The program includes formal remarks, a procession by the Amigos de Anza horse mounted riders, and a roll call of the people who made the original 1200+ mile trek from Sonora/Mexico. Meet at Pershing Square, across from the Presidio Officers’ Club. Free, but registration required. Event details - Monkeypalooza
Corte Madera Town Center
Saturday, 11 am–3 pm
Join Five Little Monkeys as they celebrate their one-year anniversary at Corte Madera Town Center with MONKEYPALOOZA! Children's reggae singer Asheba, Tim Cain’s sing and dance-along Show, live animal show by the East Bay Vivarium, magic by Mr. SHAP, crafts, activities, hands-on toy testing, and more! Free goodie bags for first 250 children! Event details - Craft-n-Create Family Maker Workshops
South Novato Library
Saturday, 11 am–1 pm
Fun for the whole family! Become an inventor, scientist, artist & engineer as we explore new concepts each week through art and engineering in our Makerspace. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Event details - Bean Sprouts Family Day
San Francisco Botanical Gardens
Saturday, 1–4 pm
Journey out to the Children's Garden at the west end of the Garden to enjoy hands-on outdoor fun! Create colorful crafts with flowers, help weed and water the garden, read a book or play a nature game with our staff and teen interns. Suitable for families with children ages 3–10. Drop in at any time during the program Free with regular admission. Event details - Hot Amphitheater Nights
Hamilton Amphitheater
Saturday, 5–7 pm
Gather your friends and family, grab your lawn chairs and picnic blankets, and Join Novato Parks & Recreation for this free outdoor concert series held at the Hamilton Amphitheater in Novato. This Friday: Sacramento's Elements Brass Band. Event details - Indoor Power Play
Cal Star Gymnastics, Novato
Saturday, 6–9 pm
Drop the kiddos ( K-8 th grade) for some indoor fun. They can run, jump and play in an open gymnastics environment. Bring the kids in on a rainy day or any day to burn some energy. Cost: $30 per child. Location: 70 Digital Drive, Suite #3 in Novato. Event details - Campfire Program at Spring Lake
Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa
Saturday, 7–8 pm
Registered campers are invited to a campfire program that explores the diverse ecosystems of Spring Lake. Through interpretive and hands-on activities, you will discover the wonders of local flora and fauna. Every Saturday beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Free. Parking $7 or free for Regional Parks members. Location: 5585 Newanga Avenue, Santa Rosa. Event details - Twilight Hike
Sonoma State Historic Park
Saturday, 7 pm
Our summer hike shifts to an evening adventure along the lower Montini Preserve Trail. Experience history, nature, and community on this slow-paced one hour hike, just over one mile with minor elevation changes. Sturdy shoes and water recommended. Meet at the Vallejo Home parking lot at the end of 3rd Street West. All ages, free of charge, no reservation needed. Event details - Movies in Creek Park: A League of Their Own
San Anselmo
Saturday, starts at sunset
Bring the family to Movies in Creek Park this Saturday at sunset. There will be pre-movie trivia, prizes, concessions and popcorn. Movie starts at sunset. This Saturday is Sports Theme Night: wear your favorite team uniform, jersey, hat, jacket, or sweats. Free. Location: 249 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo. Event details
Sunday, June 30
- Civic Center Farmers' Market
Marin Civic Center, San Rafael
Sunday, 8 am–1 pm
There's lots of organically grown produce, breads, eggs, and fresh cut flowers, as well as live music, bounce houses, and more. This farmers' market is a great one to take the kids to. It’s located in the main Civic Center parking lot. Event details - San Francisco Pride Parade
Downtown San Francisco
Sunday, 10:30 am
San Francisco Pride is one of the oldest and largest LGBTQIA parades in the world. Contingents march through the heart of the city, along Market Street from Embarcadero to the Civic Center, with more than 100,000 spectators. This year we welcome over 280 contingents. Event details - Presidio Picnic
San Francisco Presidio
Sunday, 11 am–4 pm
Presidio Picnic is a great family event that takes place Sundays on the Presidio’s beautiful Main Parade Ground, a seven-acre lawn with views of the park, the city, and the San Francisco Bay. Presidio Picnic features a rotating lineup of 25 international mobile food creators, free yoga class, free Presidio Y Bike learn to ride lessons for kids on the first Sunday of the month, a cultural dance program every 4th Sunday, and more. Event details - Summer Music Series
Corte Madera Town Center
Sunday, noon–2 pm
Bring the family to the free outdoor summer concerts at the Corte Madera Town Center. Event details - Japan Day Festival
Japan Center, San Francisco
Sunday, noon–4:30 pm
Celebrate the cultural heritage of SF Japantown with a special performances from Japanese artists from Chicago, San Francisco, and Bay Area. See demonstrations and performances of taiko, japanese classical and folk dance, japanese dolls, Okiya style shamisen music, and more. In partnership with GenRyu Arts. Free. Event details - Stern Grove Festival: Galactic
Sigmund Stern Grove, San Francisco
Sunday, 2 pm
Experience independent sounds from acclaimed New Orleans group Galactic and local soul-inspired favorites Baby & The Luvies. Arrive early—space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Free admission. From noon until 1 pm before every concert, kids of all ages are invited to participate in hands-on arts projects and programs at KidStage in the West Meadow. Kids can enjoy craft-making, singing and dance lessons, games, and more! Location: 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard. Event details - BBQ on the Lawn
Rancho Nicasio
Sunday, 4 pm
Bring the family, blanket and/or chairs to this Sunday's BBQ on the Lawn. Enjoy a fantastic BBQ and Rancho Nicasio's annual Beatle Q with the Sun Kings. Full service bar and BBQ available. Tickets: $20/$25, children under 3 admitted free. Doors open at 3 pm. Location: On the Town Square, Nicasio. Event details - Summer Sunday Concerts at Piccolo Pavilion
Old Corte Madera Square
Sundays, 5–6 pm
Bring the family to the free outdoor summer concerts at the Old Corte Madera Square. Bring lawn chairs, a blanket and a picnic and enjoy the amazing line-up of fine local bands. This Sunday: Jenny Kerr Band. Event details - Nature for Kids: Nocturnal Creatures
Roy's Redwoods Preserve, San Geronimo
Sunday, 6–7:30 pm
We’ll enjoy a quiet walk as the light fades and the day cools. We'll explore a redwood forest and the large, open meadow at its edges. This is a perfect spot to listen and look for owls and bats. We’ll look for owl pellets and discuss what makes nocturnal animals so unique. Event details
