Sponsored: The Petaluma Fair returns June 18–21 with all-inclusive admission covering carnival rides, entertainment, exhibits, and family fun for all ages. 

Summer vacation is here and it's time to explore with the kiddos in Marin. We've put together a list of 20 must-do activities, events, and outings that every family needs to try in Marin County this summer.

All are welcome to Manor Elementary School’s 28th Annual Spring Faire on May 30. Come enjoy a family fun celebration of music, games, food and community.

Marin Mommies presents a sponsored article from MarinHeatlh Medical Center.

Have you reached a point in life when your body feels different—but you’re not sure why? Is sleep harder to come by? Is your energy level different?  Has your weight and metabolism changed?  Are you moodier, less focused, or do you just feel different than before? If your answer is yes, you’re not alone. 

We looked to social media and our website statistics to find out what playgrounds are the most popular with our audience. So, without further ado, here are the 5 favorite playgrounds in Marin, along with the five runners-up.

Looking for a way to cool off this summer? Check out the Water Park at Spring Lake Regional Park in Santa Rosa, which opens for another season from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

Spend the day playing, picnicking, fishing, biking and just relaxing at Novato's Stafford Lake Park. Fun for the entire family.

Head to Point Reyes Station to celebrate West Marin's rural roots and traditions at the annual Western Weekend festival and parade, June 6 and 7, 2026! Taking place on the first full weekend of June every year, Western Weekend has been a time-honored community event since 1948 and offers fun for all ages with activities, delicious food, local vendors, an art show, a barn dance, and of course the main event: the Western Weekend Parade on Sunday.