Friday, November 6
Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink Opening Ceremony 2026 (San Ramon)
Friday, November 6 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | City Center Bishop Ranch
Kick off the holiday season at the Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink Opening Ceremony on Friday, November 6, at 6 PM. Enjoy enchanting skating performances, the festive sounds of carolers, and the excitement of Kristi Yamaguchi herself cutting the ribbon to officially open the rink. ...
Zoppé Italian Family Circus 2026 Redwood City (Nov. 6-29)
The Zoppé Italian Family Circus returns to Redwood City from November 6-29 for the nineteenth year, with evening shows and weekend matinees, plus special holiday showtimes!
A cherished European tradition for over 180 years, this old-world circus continues to delight families with its heartfelt charm, right ...
Saturday, November 7
2026 MerrittFest: 50 Bay Area Ceramic Artists Outdoor Craft Fair (Oakland)
Saturday, November 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Merritt Ceramics
MerrittFest – 50 ceramic artists from across the Bay Area for a one-day outdoor craft fair in our parking lot right by Lake Merritt.
Along with tons of handmade ceramics to browse and shop, we’ll have free live artist demonstrations, fun wheel-throwing competitions with prizes, and ...
Free “San José Roots” Cultural Fest + Historic Home Tours
Saturday, November 7 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Pedro Square Market
History San José is honoring the cultural diversity of the region on November 7th at the San Pedro Square Market.
San José Roots celebrates San José’s history, starting with its earliest periods to its present innovative spirit. The free program aims to provide a platform for ...
2026 San Francisco Fall Cider Fest (Unlimited Tastings of 30+ Ciders)
Autumn is calling, and this year, we’re heading back to CAMP SPARK! SAN FRANCISCO FALL CIDER FEST 2026: CAMP SPARK EDITION Where: SPARK Social SF, 601 Mission Bay Blvd. North, San Francisco When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 12 PM-4 PM Age: Strictly 21+ Get ...
Free Alameduh Zine Release Party w/ DJs + Hyperlocal Food (Alameda)
ALAMEDUH ZINE ISSUE 2 RELEASE PARTY
Free entry! Hyperlocal food! DJ + record store! 100% Alameda pop-up market! Community art project! + more!
Music from:
Gold Digger Records
Food from:
Calafia Taqueria
Pound 4 Pound Burgers
Suga & Spice Cookie Co.
100% Alameda pop-up market featuring:
ALAMEDUH
Amy Liu Big Softie
Coven of Stitches
East2West Pottery
EBB Garden ...
3rd Annual Día De Los Muertos Festival at City Hall (Daly City)
Saturday, November 7 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Daly City City Hall
CELEBRATE DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS IN DALY CITY!
Join us for the 3rd Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration at Daly City Hall, hosted by the Daly City Arts and Culture Commission!
Celebrate the beauty, culture, and traditions of Día de los Muertos with a day full ...
Potrero Hill & Dogpatch History Night
Our 27th annual History Night will focus on the history & future of Jackson Park, the Potrero Booster’s 100th birthday, and Henrik Kam’s stunning photos of a waterfront in transition. There will be pizza & music in Maker’s Hall from 5:30-7pm (with tacos on sale ...
Oakland Diwali 2026 Festival of LIght
Saturday, November 7 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | BLOC 15
Oakland Diwali is a festival of lights like no other. Free and family-friendly, Oakland Diwali brings together hundreds people of all ages and ethnic backgrounds from all across the Bay Area. Dynamic dance and music performances, delicious South Asian food, a beautiful Bazaar, and infectious ...
Sunday, November 8
Free Community Safety Fair Block Party (Oakland Chinatown)
Come get familiar with local government agencies, community nonprofits, educational organizations, healthcare providers, safety organization, and community service providers!
This event is in partnership with Asian Advisory Committee on Crime and Oakland Police Department with support from Asian Youth Services Committee.
Free 2026 Wellness Fest: Food Tastings + DIY Bracelets (SF)
🥗 Good Food · Hands-On Fun · Gifts & Prizes · ❤️ Positive Energy
Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your Sunday?
Come celebrate with us at Bodhi Meditation San Francisco! Bring your family and friends for a welcoming day of food, creativity, meaningful ...
SF Diwali (Festival of Lights) and Kids Diwali Celebration
Celebrate Diwali with the whole family! Admission, food, and all activities are free.
Annakut Darshan: A grand display of hundreds of vegetarian dishes offered in devotion.
Immersive Cultural Exhibition: Discover the rich traditions and meaning of Hinduism and Diwali.
Kids’ Diwali Carnival: Explore the five days of Diwali ...
Dia de los Muertos at Courthouse Square (Redwood City)
Sunday, November 8 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Courthouse Square
Redwood City’s beloved Día de los Muertos celebration returns to downtown on Sunday, November 8, 2026, bringing the community together at Courthouse Square for a vibrant celebration of remembrance, heritage, and culture. Hosted by Casa Círculo Cultural and the San Mateo County History Museum, in collaboration with the Redwood City Parks ...
Free Día De Los Muertos Festival w/ Altars at Courthouse Square (Redwood City)
Sunday, November 8 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Courthouse Square
Join Casa Círculo Cultural for a FREE Día de los Muertos celebration inspired by this year’s theme, Tlaxcala. This beloved community event welcomed over 9,000 attendees last year and features beautiful altars, live music, folklórico performances, art, family activities, delicious food vendors, a special car ...
Free “Diwali on the Square” Celebration at St. Marks (SF)
Join Parivar Bay Area and St. Mark’s Square for a joyful, FREE community Diwali celebration on Sunday, November 8, from 6:30–9:30 PM at St. Mark’s Urban Life Center, 1031 Franklin Street, San Francisco. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with music, dance, delicious food, local vendors, ...
2026 North Taurids Meteor Shower Peaks
Sunday, November 8 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 am |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Bay Area
Every year from September to November, the Earth passes through a broad stream of debris associated with Comet Encke. The dust and debris hit Earth’s atmosphere at about 65,000 mph and burn up, creating the Taurid meteor shower. Most years the shower is weak, and ...
Monday, November 9
Veteran’s Day Freebie: Free Dental Screenings w/ X-Rays for Veterans (SF)
Give Veterans A Smile is free of charge for veterans and active-duty members of the United States’ armed forces
• Free screenings, including dental X-rays; teeth, gum and tissue checks; blood pressure and glucose testing; and oral cancer screenings
• Get your questions answered by University of ...
Wednesday, November 11
Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for Veterans Day 2026
Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments, including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park, and ...
Saturday, November 14
SF VegFest 2026: Plant-Based Food + 80+ Exhibitors
Join us at San Francisco VegFest on Saturday, November 14, 2026!
The San Francisco Vegan Society proudly presents San Francisco VegFest, a joyful celebration of plant-based living that inspires people to embrace a more ethical, healthy, and sustainable way of life.
Now in its 27th year, SF ...
“The Big Open” 100+ Sausalito Artists Open Studios (Nov. 13-15)
This November, ICB ART will open the doors to its iconic Sausalito art studios for The Big Open, its largest open studio event of the year. A once-a-year celebration that has become a destination for art lovers and collectors, The Big Open draws visitors from ...
SF’s Winter “Renegade Craft Fair” at Fort Mason (Nov. 14-15)
Renegade San Francisco Winter Craft Fair 2026 returns to Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion on November 14 + 15, 2026, for a weekend of holiday shopping featuring 250+ curated artists and independent small businesses. Browse handmade gifts and creative finds, including ceramics, apparel, jewelry, home ...
Sunday, November 15
Holiday Mercato w/ Artisan Cheese + Hand-Poured Candles (Sonoma)
The holidays are just around the corner, and it’s time to get festive! Join us at Jacuzzi for our annual Holiday Mercato, featuring seasonal products and gifts from Jacuzzi Family Vineyards and The Olive Press alongside a curated collection of local artisans and makers.
Shop art ...
Shadelands FallFest: Free Sports, Food Trucks, Family Activities (Walnut Creek)
Sunday, November 15 – 11:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Shadelands SportsMall
Enjoy a day with family and friends at Shadelands FallFest, Sunday, November 15, 11am–2pm, hosted by Shadelands Walnut Creek and held on the grounds of the Shadelands SportsMall, 2640 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek.
Free and family-friendly, the popular, all-community Shadelands FallFest features non-stop DJ music, food ...
SF’s Winter “Renegade Craft Fair” at Fort Mason (Nov. 14-15)
Renegade San Francisco Winter Craft Fair 2026 returns to Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion on November 14 + 15, 2026, for a weekend of holiday shopping featuring 250+ curated artists and independent small businesses. Browse handmade gifts and creative finds, including ceramics, apparel, jewelry, home ...
Monday, November 16
2026 Leonids Meteor Shower
Monday, November 16 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 am |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Bay Area
In 2026, the Leonids will be active from November 6 to November 30, 2026. This year, the peak is expected around November 17, 2026, with the best viewing after midnight through dawn.
Leonids
Active Period: November 6 – November 30, 2026
Peak: Around November 17, 2026
Best Viewing: After ...
Friday, November 20
2026 City Center’s Tree Lighting Celebration (San Ramon)
Friday, November 20 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | City Center Bishop Ranch
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 20, 2026
6:00pm–7:00pm
Join us at City Center Bishop Ranch on Friday, November 20 from 6 PM to 7 PM for our Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Delight in the sounds of the season with performances by the Monte Vista Band and a group ...
Saturday, November 21
SF’s 42nd Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair (Nov. 21-Dec. 20)
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair is a one-of-a-kind trip to Victorian London, where Christmas Eve never ends. More than 140,000 square feet of the Cow Palace transforms into a maze of lamplit streets, music halls, pubs, dance floors, and shops filled with handmade gifts. Hundreds ...
Sunday, November 22
$2 Off: San Francisco Fall Holiday Chocolate Salon and Festival (2026)
DO YOU LOVE CHOCOLATE? Discover, taste and savor the finest in artisan, gourmet and premium chocolates & confections for the Season and the Holidays at the FALL HOLIDAY CHOCOLATE SALON & FESTIVAL
San Francisco Fall Holiday Chocolate Salon and Festival
Sunday, November 22, 2026 | 11am-4:30pm
San Francisco ...
SF’s 42nd Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair (Nov. 21-Dec. 20)
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair is a one-of-a-kind trip to Victorian London, where Christmas Eve never ends. More than 140,000 square feet of the Cow Palace transforms into a maze of lamplit streets, music halls, pubs, dance floors, and shops filled with handmade gifts. Hundreds ...
Monday, November 23
Free Ice Skating Lessons at Union Square Holiday Rink (Final Day to Register)
Monday, November 23 – All Day |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
One of San Francisco’s favorite holiday traditions returns for its 19th season. The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square opens November 4, 2026, bringing outdoor ice skating to the heart of downtown San Francisco through January 18, 2027. Skate beneath the holiday lights in ...
