Marin Weekend Family Fun for September 20–22

Mickelson Pumpkin Patch (pictured) and Petaluma Pumpkin Patch open for the season this weekend.

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

• The outdoor music of Flower Piano returns to the San Francisco Botanical Garden, Friday–Sunday, 7:30 am–6 pm.
• Petaluma Pumpkin Patch and Amazing Corn Maze opens for the season this weekend, Friday & Sunday 10 am–10 pm, Sunday 10 am–6 pm. 
• Come to downtown San Anselmo for outdoor music with Live on the Avenue, Friday & Saturday, 5:30–8:30 pm.
• Take a ride on an historic streetcar, bus, or cable car at Muni Heritage Weekend in San Francisco, Saturday & Sunday, all day.
• Mickelson Pumpkin Patch in Petaluma opens this weekend, Saturday, 9 am–10 pm, Sunday, 9 am–8 pm.

Friday, September 20

• Sing and dance with In Harmony Music at Robin Sweeny Park in Sausalito, Friday, 11:30 am–noon.
• Bring the little ones for Music with Megan at Wee Yogis in San Anselmo, Friday, noon–12:30 pm.
• See Toy Story 4 outdoors in Sun Valley Park in San Rafael, Friday, 5:30–9:15 pm.
• Bring the kiddos to see Pixar's Luca for free at Movie Night at the Mart, Larkspur Landing, Friday, 6 pm.
• The West End Block Party in Downtown San Rafael returns with music and community spirit, Friday, 6–9 pm.

The outdoor music of Flower Piano returns to the San Francisco Botanical Garden, Friday–Sunday, 7:30 am–6 pm.

Saturday, September 21

• Participate in Coastal Cleanup Day at many sites in Marin and the Bay Area, Saturday, times vary.
• See classic cars alongside historic aircraft at the Pacific Coast Air Museum's Wheels and Wings Car Show, Saturday, 8 am–2 pm.
• Bring the family to the Marin Country Mart Farmers’ Market and enjoy complimentary children's programming and live music while you shop, Saturday, 9 am–2 pm.
• Come down to enjoy beautiful views and delicious chili at the 45th Annual Chili Cook-Off in Sausalito! Saturday, noon–4 pm.
• Experience European culture in Golden Gate Park with food, performances, film screenings and activities at Europe in the Park, Saturday, 2–6 pm.
• Take a twilight hike at General Vallejo's Home in Sonoma, Saturday, 6:30 pm.
• The high-flying PoisonIvy Circus brings its act for one night only at Forest Meadows in San Rafael, Friday, 7:30 pm.

Sunday, September 22

• Shop for fresh produce and locally made foods and enjoy live entertainment at the Marin Civic Center farmer's market in San Rafael, Sunday, 8 am–1 pm.
• The Chinatown Lion Dance Festival showcases traditional Chinese American culture, Sunday 10:30 am–5 pm.
• Learn how to lake fish with Marin Parks Rangers at Stafford Lake Park in Novato, Sunday, 1–3 pm (registration required).