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Saturday, October 14

Chabot Space & Science Center’s Solar Eclipse Viewing Watch Party & Festivities (2023)
Saturday, October 14 – 7:30 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: $30 | Chabot Space & Science Center
Chabot Space & Science Center will be open early to ensure guests have the best chance to spot the annular solar eclipse from our Observation Deck or to watch a live feed from inside of the Center. After the eclipse ends, stick around for a ...
Livermore-Pleasanton Annual Fire Safety Expo (2023)
Saturday, October 14 – 8:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Operations Service Center
Join Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department and the LP Firefighters Foundation for the annual Fire Safety Expo on Saturday, October 14, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The expo will be held at Operations Service Center (3333 Busch Rd, Pleasanton, CA) and is free for community members to ...

Free Solar Eclipse Viewing w/ 8″ Telescope (SF)
Saturday, October 14 – 8:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Enjoy the Solar eclipse with us,
| Sage and Drifter bar
Eclipse Viewing Party! On Saturday October 14 there will be a Total Annular Solar Eclipse of the Sun! The path of totality crosses the US from Oregon to Texas. From San Francisco 83% of the Sun will be covered. Safely View this spectacular event with host astronomer ...
Lawrence Hall of Science’s Annual Solar Eclipse Viewing Party (2023)
Saturday, October 14 – 8:30 am - Ends at 10:00 am | Cost: $20 | Lawrence Hall of Science
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party On October 14, an annular solar eclipse will be visible across the United States.  Join us for a viewing party and an exploration of how eclipses occur! Learn more about the science behind the “Ring of Fire” eclipse. While the eclipse itself will ...
51st Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 14-15)
Saturday, October 14 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Historic Main Street (Half Moon Bay)

On the picturesque coast around Half Moon Bay, the stunning geography and autumnal beauty create a breathtaking sight to behold. The journey offers its own reward, with stunning views of seaside farmland, expansive fields of orange, whimsical scarecrows, rustic barns, and inviting pumpkin patches for ...

Westbrae Pumpkin Patch 2023 in North Berkeley + Fall Bake Sale (Oct. 1-31)
Saturday, October 14 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to peruse, but pumpkins for purchase
| Westbrae Nursery

Westbrae Nursery, a worker-owned cooperative, runs its annual Pumpkin Patch from September 28 – October 31, 2024 — with 100% of the profits benefiting the local Cornell elementary school! Nestled in the back of the nursery in the charming North Berkeley Westbrae neighborhood, you will ...

Free Solar Eclipse Viewing with The Exploratorium
Saturday, October 14 – 9:00 am - Ends at 10:45 am | Cost: FREE | Pier 15,
Join us for an outdoor solar eclipse viewing in front of Pier 15. Exploratorium educators will be present to demonstrate safe viewing techniques and engage families in hands-on activities. We have a limited supply of free eclipse glasses available to hand out. On October 14, 2023, ...
9:00 amOakland Coliseum Career Event w/ Free Pro Headshots, Resume Tips  FREE*
*Free Event - Register Online in Advance
9:00 amTrail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda’s Lost Trails | SF  FREE
9:00 am“Máyyan ‘Ooyákma” Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve Community Day (Morgan Hill)  FREE*
*FREE
Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

, the de Young offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require the full admission price. Saturdays feature engaging art experiences for the entire family, ...Every Saturday

Free Outdoor Yoga Class at Francisco Park (SF)
Saturday, October 14 – 9:30 am - Ends at 10:30 am | Cost: FREE | Francisco Park
Join the Rec and Park and the Francisco Park Conservancy for a free yoga class at Francisco Park. Join us at Francisco Park on Saturday October 14 from 9:30am-10:30am for a free yoga class. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, or towel and meet us on the ...
Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

 the Legion of Honor offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Advanced tickets are required, and capacity is limited due to COVID-19 precautions. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require ...Every Saturday

Family Nature Day with hikes for all ages (Woodside)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Huddart Park
Join Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST), Friends of Huddart & Wunderlich Parks, and San Mateo County Parks for a family-friendly morning filled with hikes for all ages, hands-on learning experiences and arts activities. Register now to reserve a free ticket for you and your friends ...
BORP Adaptive Sports Expo (Berkeley)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*All Sports and Activities are Free: BBQ Tickets $18
| James Kenney Community Center
The BORP Adaptive Sports Expo (“Expo”) is an opportunity to try out a range of different adaptive sports and activities, all in one day. BORP staff and coaches will offer fun and safe opportunities to learn more about and try cycling, kayaking, power soccer, wheelchair ...
The 16th Annual Life is Living Fest (Oakland)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
| deFremery Park
Grab your folks and join us at the park! Kids Zone | Live Art | Skate Park | Free Breakfast |Dance Zone The 16th Annual Life is Living Fest Presented by @oakhella and @edutainment4equity_llc Saturday, October 14 | 10am-7pm Lil Bobby Hutton Park | 1651 Adeline Street | West Oakland FREE, All Ages **Official ...
Bay Area Maker Faire Returns for 2023 (Oct. 13-15)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: $34.99*
*Early bird single day adult tickets are $34.99 (kids are $19.99), but prices go up August 31st.
| 850 Nimitz Ave

Make your way over to beautiful Mare Island for two weekends of crazy fun and unbelievable sightseeing. Explore the world of 3D printing, robotics, drones, cosplay and art in a family-friendly atmosphere that will leave you marveling at these breathtaking inventions! Experience the innovative future ...

SF’s “Clean up The City” Hayes Neighborhood Cleanup (w/ Free Lunch + Coffee for Volunteers)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Gambit Lounge

Haye who’s ready for a clean up! Join the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, the Civic Joy Fund, SF Public Works, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Gambit Lounge (581 Hayes St), clean for a bit, then enjoy ...Every Saturday

SF’s “Clean up The City” South Mission Cleanup (w/ Free Food + Drinks for Volunteers)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Sisters Coffee Shop

Who’s ready for a clean up! Join the Civic Joy Fund, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works, and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Sisters Coffee Shop (920 Valencia St), clean for a bit, then enjoy free food & refreshments after ...Every Saturday

Family Fall-Tastic Saturday with Dog Festival, Costume Contest and More (Benicia)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | First Street Benicia
On, Saturday Oct 14th, Benicia will be home to five events in one day, during Family Fall-Tastic Saturday! Experience one of the Bay Area’s most vibrant art communities during Art Walk, see a dog costume contest at the Dog Festival, view the inside of a fire ...
LGBTQIA+ Community Volunteer Day (Crissy Field)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Registration Required
| Crissy Field
When: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 10 am–1 pm Where: Crissy Field East Beach; specific meeting location will be in the confirmation email after registering. Registration is required. Join us for a community day of habitat restoration led by LGBTQIA+ park staff! Meet other Bay Area queer folks to help build a resilient home ...
“Freight Fest” Freight & Salvage Block Party + Free Music Festival (Berkeley)
Saturday, October 14 – 10:30 am | Cost: FREE | Freight & Salvage
IFreight Fest is back! Join us for another free all-day, block party-style music festival on Saturday, October 14, 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM. We’ll have three stages of live music (on Addison Street and inside our venue), food trucks, and family-friendly activities. Festival Lineup/Schedule: SHATTUCK STAGE 10:30 AM ...
SF’s “Clean up The City” Lower Polk Neighborhood Cleanup
Saturday, October 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Jane on Larkin

Who’s ready for a clean up! Join the Civic Joy Fund, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works, and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Jane on Larkin (925 Larkin St), to grab supplies and form a crew, clean for a bit ...Every Saturday

Creative Concord: New Mural Installation
Saturday, October 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Rockin' Robbies
New Mural Installation Curated by Local Edition Creative
11:00 amCreative Concord: Art & Music Jam in the Park (Oct. 14-15)  FREE
11:00 amAutumn Art Market (Berkeley)  FREE
3rd Annual Benicia Dog Festival
Saturday, October 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | First Street (Benicia)
Join us to celebrate the most loyal members of our community and help us help those who care for these pets in emergency situations. This fundraiser is for non-profit organizations that rescue and provide care for animals during natural disasters like our ongoing California wildfires. Celebrate the ...
MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)
Saturday, October 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Museum of the African Diaspora

MoAD, a contemporary art museum, celebrates Black cultures, ignites challenging conversations, and inspires learning through the global lens of the African Diaspora. Starting March 2025 Temporary Closure for Building Upgrades  MoAD will be closing to the public temporarily in 2025 to upgrade items in our ...Monthly

11:00 amWoodside 2023 “Day of the Horse” Festival (Oct. 13-15)  FREE*
*Free Reception & Horse Fair FREE / Trail Ride has fee
2nd Annual “Western Addition Music Festival” & Block Party (SF)
Saturday, October 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Win Free Food & Beverage Gift Certificates w/RSVP through Funcheap.
| Fillmore & O'Farrell
Don’t miss this free community event with live music, vendors and a kids zone! Thousands will be in attendance as the 2nd Annual Western Addition Music Festival presents an extraordinary collective of inspiring Jazz, Blues & Soul artists. Western Addition Music Festival Saturday October 14, 2023 | 11am-6pm Fillmore ...

Every Saturday

Free Community Yoga Class | Berkeley
Every Saturday – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Sports Basement (Berkeley)
Free Community Yoga Class | Berkeley
Grab your yoga mat and come to Sports Basement Berkeley for some relaxing weekend yoga. Community classes take place every Saturday. Free Community Yoga Class Every Saturday | 10 am Sports Basement, 2727 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA FREE Please BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) and water bottle. All levels are welcome. Updated 1/28/2020 ...
Historic Ferry Building Tour | SF
Historic Ferry Building Tour | SF
Enjoy an hour-long walk on the rise, tragic fall, and modern rebirth of one of San Francisco’s most renowned historic landmarks. Visit a contemporary swirl of shops and learn the history of ferries, freeways, and quakes. Meet at the foot of the stairs at the front ...
Free Outdoor Yoga Day | Golden Gate Park
Every Saturday – 11:30 am | Cost: FREE | Golden Gate Park
Free Outdoor Yoga Day | Golden Gate Park
Take yourself outside and into the beauty of this city’s heart and soul. Practice yoga under the trees and let the ocean air sooth and invigorate you. This class expertly blends breathing and movement, strength and grace, imagination and form. You will gain a personal understanding ...
“The Setup” Underground Comedy Show | SF
Every Saturday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 online with discount code FUNCHEAP; otherwise, it's $10.
| The Basement
"The Setup" Underground Comedy Show | SF
The Setup is an underground stand-up comedy show in the heart of San Francisco. This venue used to be the green room for the legendary Blackhawk jazz venue where Miles Davis used to play. Now, it’s a comedy show that features established comedians from around the ...
“Critical Hit” Comedy Show | Oakland
Every Saturday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $10 | It's Your Move Game Store
"Critical Hit" Comedy Show | Oakland
Critical Hit is hosted by Erik Krasner, Hayden Greif-Neill and Jim McVeigh at It’s Your Move Games & Hobbies in Temescal for over 4 years and still going strong. Every week, some of our favorite comedians are invited to perform. Along with the producers, you can ...
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