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Sunday, July 26

Milpitas’s 4th of July Pool Party + “Finding Nemo” Outdoor Movie Night 2026
Sunday, July 26 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $9*
*Space may be limited at times due to pool capacity.
| Milpitas Sports Center
Milpitas's 4th of July Pool Party + "Finding Nemo" Outdoor Movie Night 2026
Kick off the 4th of July week with a Milpitas tradition! Enjoy the pool while watching “Finding Nemo” on a large inflatable screen. Snacks are available for purchase. Independence Day Pool Party Friday, June 26, 2026 7-10 p.m. Milpitas Sports Center (1325 E. Calaveras Blvd.) $9 admission per person*A credit ...

Thursday, July 30

Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)
Thursday, July 30 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Movies on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Thursday

Friday, July 31

Free “Where’s Waldo” Scavenger Hunt: 26 Shops + Prizes (July 1-31)
Friday, July 31 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free & All ages
| Rockridge
Free "Where’s Waldo" Scavenger Hunt: 26 Shops + Prizes (July 1-31)

Families, book lovers, and local shopping enthusiasts are invited to spend July searching for one of the world’s most recognizable characters as Where’s Waldo? Local returns to Oakland’s Rockridge District from July 1–31. Presented by the Rockridge District Association in partnership with Pegasus Books and ...

“Blush” San Francisco Porn Film Festival (Roxie Theater)
Friday, July 31 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*18+ only!
| Roxie Theater
"Blush" San Francisco Porn Film Festival (Roxie Theater)
The BLUSH San Francisco PornFilmFestival is a celebration of the Bay Area’s adult film history and a look forward to the innovations of today’s erotic moviemakers. The series of expertly curated programs showcase adult films that push the genre, with a focus on experimental arthouse, ...
20th Annual “Music on the Square” Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)
Friday, July 31 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
20th Annual "Music on the Square" Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Music on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Friday

Saturday, August 1

2026 Renegade Craft Summer Fair at Fort Mason Center (August 1-2)
Saturday, August 1 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Fort Mason Center
2026 Renegade Craft Summer Fair at Fort Mason Center (August 1-2)

Renegade Craft’s Summer Fair will be at Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion on August 1-2, 2026. Shop your favorite artists and discover over 250 new ones at Renegade San Francisco! We’re back with a curated summertime Fair featuring the most inspiring creatives from the Bay ...

2026 “Pub in the Park” Giant Inflatables + Summer Picnic Party (Redwood City)
Saturday, August 1 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Red Morton Park
2026 "Pub in the Park" Giant Inflatables + Summer Picnic Party (Redwood City)

While Redwood City’s summer event series celebrates 20 years, Pub in the Park is the young standout of the lineup–now nine years strong and a favorite gathering in Red Morton Park. Join us for four lively Saturdays filled with music, drinks, and a welcoming community ...

Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
Saturday, August 1 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission and entertainment for all ages. Dogs and bikes welcome. Food and beverages available for purchase.
| The Whale's Tale Garden Bar
Golden Gate Park "The Whale's Tail" Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)

The Whale’s Tale is a seasonal, open-air destination for live music, food and drinks, community programming and relaxing afternoons. Open Saturdays and Sundays and select holidays beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Whale’s Tail features a rotating lineup of musical acts throughout the season, weekly free ...Every Saturday

Sunday, August 2

18th Annual Playa Bound Trunk Show (The Midway)
Sunday, August 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*https://tixr.com/e/195506
| The Midway
18th Annual Playa Bound Trunk Show (The Midway)
We’re back for our 18th annual celebration of creativity, community, and next-level fashion! Join us as we showcase the best independent designers bringing you the most playa-worthy styles—whether you’re prepping for the dust or just dressing to express. Free with RSVP here: https://tixr.com/e/195506 What to expect: Local DJs spinning all ...
2026 Renegade Craft Summer Fair at Fort Mason Center (August 1-2)
Sunday, August 2 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Fort Mason Center
2026 Renegade Craft Summer Fair at Fort Mason Center (August 1-2)

Renegade Craft’s Summer Fair will be at Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion on August 1-2, 2026. Shop your favorite artists and discover over 250 new ones at Renegade San Francisco! We’re back with a curated summertime Fair featuring the most inspiring creatives from the Bay ...

Wednesday, August 5

Walnut Creek’s Locust Street Festival 2026
Wednesday, August 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Walnut Creek Downtown
Walnut Creek's Locust Street Festival 2026

Mark your calendars for an epic street festival series, once a month on Wednesday evenings in July and August. Join us for these 2 vibrant street festivals in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek! Locust Street Festival is the ultimate celebration of community, creativity, and ...

Thursday, August 6

SFMOMA’s “Free First Thursdays” Free Museum Day for Locals
Thursday, August 6 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Residents of the nine Bay Area counties are invited to spend a day at the museum on us
| SFMOMA
SFMOMA's "Free First Thursdays" Free Museum Day for Locals

2026 UPDATE: Sadly, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art has confirmed that its Free First Thursday program is temporarily paused beginning February 2026. The museum says the program will be re-envisioned and relaunched at a future date, with updates to be shared once plans are finalized. As ...Monthly

Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)
Thursday, August 6 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Movies on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Thursday

Friday, August 7

20th Annual “Music on the Square” Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)
Friday, August 7 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
20th Annual "Music on the Square" Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Music on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Friday

San Jose Giants Baseball & Post-Game Fireworks | 2026
Friday, August 7 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Fireworks can be seen for free outside Municipal Stadium.
| San Jose Municipal Stadium
San Jose Giants Baseball & Post-Game Fireworks | 2026

The San Jose Giants will once again light up the skies during the 2026 season. All Friday Night Fireworks are sponsored by Excite Credit Union, and will each have their own special musical theme! See the full list of fireworks games for 2026 season. All ...

Saturday, August 8

“Kids Rock” 2026 Music Festival in the Park (Redwood City)
Saturday, August 8 – 10:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
"Kids Rock" 2026 Music Festival in the Park (Redwood City)

Redwood City’s Kids Rock! returns with its kid-focused music series, packed with plenty of music, dancing, and non-stop fun. MC Andy-Z, the Master of Music and Play, will be your host, bringing an energetic, animated style to each show on Saturday June 20, July 18, ...Monthly

Thursday, August 13

Brazil in the Gardens: Alexandre Ribeiro & Alessandro Penezzi (Yerba Buena Gardens)
Thursday, August 13 – 12:30 pm - Ends at 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
Brazil in the Gardens: Alexandre Ribeiro & Alessandro Penezzi (Yerba Buena Gardens)
Date: Thu, Aug 13 Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm Venue: Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA + Google Map Phone: (415) 543-1718 Every summer some of Brazil’s greatest musicians gather in the redwoods of Cazadero for California Brazil Camp, and every season ...
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)
Thursday, August 13 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Movies on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Thursday

Town of Colma Free Summer Concert Series
Thursday, August 13 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Colma Community Center
Town of Colma Free Summer Concert Series

We’re excited to bring back the Summer Concert Series. Join us in August for three evenings of great music and entertainment. We will gather in the grass area at the Colma Community Center located at 1520 Hillside Blvd. from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Bring your lawn ...Every Thursday

Friday, August 14

20th Annual “Music on the Square” Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)
Friday, August 14 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
20th Annual "Music on the Square" Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Music on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Friday

San Jose Giants Baseball & Post-Game Fireworks | 2026
Friday, August 14 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Fireworks can be seen for free outside Municipal Stadium.
| San Jose Municipal Stadium
San Jose Giants Baseball & Post-Game Fireworks | 2026

The San Jose Giants will once again light up the skies during the 2026 season. All Friday Night Fireworks are sponsored by Excite Credit Union, and will each have their own special musical theme! See the full list of fireworks games for 2026 season. All ...

Free Summer Outdoor Movie Nights (Hayward)
Friday, August 14 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the show!
| Unity Park
Free Summer Outdoor Movie Nights (Hayward)

Bring the entire family for these feature films playing all summer in parks around the district. Put together your movie setup with a picnic dinner, low-back small chairs and/or blankets and flashlight (keep them low, please). Zootopia 2 (PG)Friday, June 5, 7:00 pm Unity Park, ...Monthly

Sunday, August 16

Martinez Art in the Park Festival 2026
Sunday, August 16 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Susana Park
Martinez Art in the Park Festival 2026
The Martinez Arts Association (MAA) proudly presents the 55th annual Art in the Park, happening Sunday, August 16, from 10 AM to 5 PM at Susana Park in Martinez. This free, family-friendly event will feature more than 60 local artists showcasing fine art and crafts. Attendees can ...

Thursday, August 20

Cole Valley Nights: State Fair
Thursday, August 20 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
| Cole & Parnassus
Cole Valley Nights: State Fair
Cole Valley Nights is back! Come check out the neighborhood while sampling popular eateries and enjoying live music, special activities, and local businesses. Experience the vibrant blend of art, culture, and spirit that Cole Valley has to offer. Plus enjoy the Cole Valley Entertainment Zone ...
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)
Thursday, August 20 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Movies on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Thursday

Town of Colma Free Summer Concert Series
Thursday, August 20 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Colma Community Center
Town of Colma Free Summer Concert Series

We’re excited to bring back the Summer Concert Series. Join us in August for three evenings of great music and entertainment. We will gather in the grass area at the Colma Community Center located at 1520 Hillside Blvd. from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Bring your lawn ...Every Thursday

Tuesday, August 25

Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for National Parks Service Birthday 2026
Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for National Parks Service Birthday 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 ...

Thursday, August 27

Town of Colma Free Summer Concert Series
Thursday, August 27 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Colma Community Center
Town of Colma Free Summer Concert Series

We’re excited to bring back the Summer Concert Series. Join us in August for three evenings of great music and entertainment. We will gather in the grass area at the Colma Community Center located at 1520 Hillside Blvd. from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Bring your lawn ...Every Thursday

Friday, August 28

San Jose Giants Baseball & Post-Game Fireworks | 2026
Friday, August 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Fireworks can be seen for free outside Municipal Stadium.
| San Jose Municipal Stadium
San Jose Giants Baseball & Post-Game Fireworks | 2026

The San Jose Giants will once again light up the skies during the 2026 season. All Friday Night Fireworks are sponsored by Excite Credit Union, and will each have their own special musical theme! See the full list of fireworks games for 2026 season. All ...

Saturday, August 29

8th Annual Russian River “Real Neato” Music Fest in the Redwoods (2026)
Saturday, August 29 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $72.39*
*GA advance are 72.39, GA day of show is 82.69
| Rio Nido Roadhouse
8th Annual Russian River "Real Neato" Music Fest in the Redwoods (2026)
>We are excited to bring you the 8th Annual Real Neato Music Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 2-10PM. at the Rio Nido Roadhouse in Guerneville, California. This single-day festival takes place in West Sonoma County’s most picturesque setting—the Russian River Valley. Majestic coastal redwoods ...