Glowfari 2026 at the Oakland Zoo: Get Your Tickets!
Glowfari is back at the Oakland Zoo starting November 6, 2026 for another spectacular experience featuring hundreds of giant glowing animal lanterns. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, October 20!
Family Halloween Events in Marin & the Bay Area
Halloween is one of our favorite holidays of the year! Discover family-friendly Halloween events, activities, and seasonal fun for kids in Marin and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Kitsch + Sync: New Family-Friendly Restaurant & Play Space in Novato
Discover Kitsch + Sync, a new family-friendly restaurant and indoor play space in downtown Novato! Kids can climb, slide, and explore while parents enjoy delicious food, drinks, and time together. It's definitely worth a visit!
Kitsch + Sync: Family-Friendly Restaurant & Indoor Play Space in Novato
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Kitsch + Sync is a family-friendly restaurant and indoor play space in downtown Novato. Kids can climb, slide, explore, and enjoy imaginative play while parents relax with delicious food and drinks. With a spacious play area, a dedicated space for younger children, and a menu for all ages, it's a great spot for family outings, playdates, and birthday parties!
Mill Valley Gymnastics
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Mill Valley Gymnastics offers fun and engaging gymnastics classes for kids of all ages and skill levels in Marin County. Children can build strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence in a supportive environment. They also offer summer camps filled with gymnastics, games, and creative activities, as well as birthday parties featuring obstacle courses, games, and plenty of fun!
Our Top 10 Spooky Halloween Movies for Families
There's nothing much better than watching a spooky (but not too scary) movie with the family on a cool fall evening and sharing a big bowl of freshly popped popcorn. Here's our list of 10 must-sees every October.
Fall Fun at Larson Family Winery's Pumpkin Patch in Sonoma
Enjoy fall fun at Larson Family Winery's Pumpkin Patch in Sonoma! Explore colorful pumpkins and gourds, enjoy beautiful vineyard views, and sip wine at this family-friendly winery.
Marin & Bay Area Family Events This Weekend: October 16–18
Get out and have fun with the kiddos this weekend! Discover our picks for the best family-friendly events, activities, and things to do with kids in Marin County and the Bay Area.
"The Story Stump: The Singing Garden" at Woander in Mill Valley
Sponsored: Step into a magical world of storytelling and puppetry! Experience The Story Stump: The Singing Garden, an enchanting puppet show for kids at Woander in Mill Valley, October 17–November 22.
Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Marin County
Discover the best kid-friendly restaurants in Marin County! Explore family-friendly dining spots with outdoor patios, play areas, and great kids' menus in Novato, San Rafael, Mill Valley, and beyond.
