Marin Weekend Family Fun for September 6–8
Picnic and play at the beautiful Baker Beach, San Francisco.
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
- Picnic, play and enjoy the view at Baker Beach in San Francisco.
- Come to downtown San Anselmo for outdoor music with Live on the Avenue, Friday & Saturday, 5:30–8:30 pm.
- See Marin Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors at Forest Meadows in San Rafael, Friday & Saturday, 7:30 pm, Sunday, 5:30 pm.
- Enjoy Concerts on the Plaza all weekend in downtown Mill Valley, Saturday & Sunday, 11 am–7 pm.
Friday, September 6
- Bring the little ones for Pop-up Storytime in Boyle Park, Mill Valley, 10:15–10:45 am.
- Join Muir Woods rangers for a special storytime under the old-growth redwoods, Friday, 10:30–11 am.
- Explore downtown Novato and its shops and restaurants on the final First Friday of the year, Friday, 5–10 pm.
- Bring the kiddos to see Pixar's The Incredibles 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 Seastrunk Brothers perform at the free Jazz & Blues by the Bay in Sausalito, Friday, 6:30–8:30 pm.
- See the movie Trolls Band Together in Mill Valley's Old Mill Park, Friday, dusk.
Get creative at the annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore, Saturday, 9 am–3 pm.
Saturday, September 7
- Get creative at the annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach in Point Reyes National Seashore, Saturday, 9 am–3 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.
- Discover urban wildlife in the Presidio with experts from the Cal Academy on a guided nature walk, Saturday, 9 am–noon.
- Gather at the Goldman Tennis Center in Golden Gate Park to watch the US Open and take part in tennis activities, and more, Saturday, 10 am–4 pm
- Learn about firefighting and enjoy activities, food, entertainment, and games at the Ember Stomp Festival at Marin Center, Saturday, 11 am–5 pm.
- The free African Arts Festival at Yerba Buena Gardens features, dance, music, food, vendors, and interactive activities for kids, Saturday, 11 am–4 pm.
- Take part in hands-on activities at the MakeArt Family Day at the Museum of Craft and Design in San Francisco, Saturday, 11 am–3 pm.
Sunday, September 8
- 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.
- Hike to a delicious pancake breakfast with a view at West Point Inn on Mt Tamalpais, Sunday, 9 am–1 pm.
- Browse for treasures and enjoy food and music at the Antiques French Market at Marin Center, Sunday, 9 am–3 pm.
- Grandparents receive free admission when visiting the Charles M. Schulz Museum with a grandchild, Sunday, 10 am–5 pm.
- Celebrate the world of dance with an afternoon of live performances at Presidio Tunnel Tops in San Francisco, Sunday, 1–4 pm.
- Bring your picnic to Robin Williams Meadow for free Opera in the Park, Sunday, 1:30 pm.
