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Wednesday, June 17

Free Art Workshop: Yarn Weaving (SF)
Wednesday, June 17 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
Free Art Workshop: Yarn Weaving (SF)
Create art inspired by our programming at this drop-in art workshop! All ages welcome, all materials provided. Learn how to create a basic weaving with yarn and explore vibrant colors and dynamic lines.
“Ukraine Lives” Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus in Concert (Berkeley)
Wednesday, June 17 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $50*
*22 and Under Free
| First Presbyterian Church (Berkeley)
"Ukraine Lives" Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus in Concert (Berkeley)
Featuring the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus of North America and the 60-stringed banra Featuring the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus of North America (UBC), under the direction of artistic director Oleh Mahlay, and the one-of-a-kind 60-stringed bandura. The UBC, a 2025 recipient of the National Endowment of the Arts Heritage ...

Thursday, June 18

SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Thursday, June 18 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco’s free lunchtime concert series is back. The Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season starting Tuesday, April 14, 2026, bringing live music to Fulton Plaza twice a week through October. Concerts take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 pm to 3 pm ...

Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)
Thursday, June 18 – 6:00 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, June 19

Free Soccer Watch Party: 4 World Cup Matches + Wine Specials (Berkeley)
Friday, June 19 – 11:00 am - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Wineries, Screen Printing, Food & Games, Family friendly
| Donkey & Goat Winery
Free Soccer Watch Party: 4 World Cup Matches + Wine Specials (Berkeley)
Watch Party at Gilman Wineries— screen printing, wine specials, food vendors & game-day excitement! Join us at the Gilman Wine Block for a family-friendly celebration of soccer, community, and soccerfun! Cheer on your favorite teams and enjoy a full day of Global Game matches throughout Friday, June ...
King of the County BBQ & Music Festival (Martinez)
Friday, June 19 – 11:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free parking & admission all day, each day
| Martinez Waterfront Park
King of the County BBQ & Music Festival (Martinez)
Make plans to join us Father’s Day Weekend for the King of the County BBQ & Music Festival present by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce. Three days of great food, live music, family fun, and community celebration! The festival kicks off Friday, June 19 from ...
SF’s “Japan Day 2026” Free Summer Cultural Festival (Japantown)
Friday, June 19 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Post and Laguna
SF's "Japan Day 2026" Free Summer Cultural Festival (Japantown)
July 19, 2026 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm SF Japantown Outdoor stage at Post and Laguna, indoor events at Studio Gen Join us for our annual summer festival of Japanese arts and culture. Enjoy performances of taiko drumming, awa odori dance, Okinawan drumming and dance, karate, and shamisen. Get ...
Juneteenth 2026 Free Community BBQ at Hilltop Park (SF)
Friday, June 19 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Hilltop Park (BayView)
Juneteenth 2026 Free Community BBQ at Hilltop Park (SF)
Celebrate Juneteenth with a free community BBQ at Hilltop Park. Join us for an afternoon of good food, music, dancing, games, and community as we honor Black history, culture, resilience, and joy. Free cookout favorites (including vegetarian options), family-friendly activities, local resources, and opportunities to connect ...
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries
| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California)
"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

The Town’s favorite block party, Friday Nights at OMCA, is back for the 2026 season, inviting the Bay to kick off the weekend with the crew—whether family, friends, or neighbors. Join us every Friday, April–October, at 5 pm for a free evening of live music, interactive activities, ...Every Friday

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

20th Annual “Music on the Square” Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)
Friday, June 19 – 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, June 20

SF’s “Secondhand Saturday” 2025 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every Third Saturday)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission
| Sunset Community Mercantile
SF's "Secondhand Saturday" 2025 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every Third Saturday)

Launching April 18th, one of San Francisco’s favorite vintage and makers market is returning for it’s fifth season! Come celebrate Earth Day at the 2026 season launch of Secondhand Saturday! A curated, stylish, and modern take on the traditional flea market, featuring over 60 vintage ...Monthly

SF’s 11-block Annual North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Columbus Ave. and Green Streets
SF’s 11-block Annual North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)

Join us for North Beach Festival 2026 presented by Zoox from 11am to 7pm on Saturday, June 20th & Sunday, June 21st (Father’s Day weekend!) as we celebrate the vibrant and historic North Beach. North Beach Festival Saturday-Sunday, June 20-21, 2026 | 11a-7p Columbus and ...

Oakland’s Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Fest w/ 50+ Tastings (2026)
Saturday, June 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: $61.55*
*$61.55 in advance; $71.94 day of event (fees included)
| Montclair Village
Oakland’s Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Fest w/ 50+ Tastings (2026)
Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival Returns June 20, 2026 A Full Day of Craft Tastings, Live Music, Local Food, and Family Fun in Montclair Village Oakland, CA, The Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival returns to Montclair Village on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12:00 PM ...
SF’s 2026 “Glen Park Night Market” (June-Sept.)
Saturday, June 20 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Kern Street & Diamond Street
SF's 2026 "Glen Park Night Market" (June-Sept.)

Join us for an evening under the stars at the Glen Park Night Market — a vibrant community celebration of art, music, and small businesses. Browse booths from local artists and makers, enjoy live music and DJ sets, grab bites from neighborhood favorites, visit with ...

SF Dragon Boat Festival: 2026 Friendship Races on Lake Merced (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 8:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Lake Merced
SF Dragon Boat Festival: 2026 Friendship Races on Lake Merced (June 20-21)

San Francisco’s 2026 Dragon Boat Festival spans two weekends in June, starting with an opening celebration in Chinatown on June 13 and followed by the Friendship Races at Lake Merced on June 20 and 21. The festival features dragon boat races, family-friendly activities, cultural programming, ...

Sand Art Party: Build a Massive Masterpiece Together (Ocean Beach)
Saturday, June 20 – 9:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: $2 | Ocean Beach (Below Cliff House)
Sand Art Party: Build a Massive Masterpiece Together (Ocean Beach)
Let’s create an enormous, temporary artwork together at the beach. A fun afternoon of creativity and art on the beach as we create a beautiful artwork on the sand! No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. I will provide the tools you need to ...
Celebrate Father’s Day with Russian River Railbikes
Saturday, June 20 – 9:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: 25 to 45*
*Seniors can get a 20% discount
| Cloverdale
Celebrate Father's Day with Russian River Railbikes
Father’s Day Adventure on the Rails! Give Dad an Experience He’ll Never Forget Skip the tie this year and treat Dad to a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure aboard Russian River Railbikes! Pedal along historic railroad tracks through the scenic beauty of Sonoma County, surrounded by redwoods, vineyard views, and ...
“Kids Rock” 2026 Music Festival in the Park (Redwood City)
Saturday, June 20 – 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

TechFest: Maker’s Lab w/ Dancing Robots + 3D Printing (Mountain View)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: $21.50*
*Kids 0-7 free, discounts available for youth, students, seniors, educators, and military
| Computer History Museum
TechFest: Maker's Lab w/ Dancing Robots + 3D Printing (Mountain View)
On June 20, CHM explores how inventors, makers, and artists use groundbreaking technology to expand the boundaries of creativity and imagination. Like all of CHM’s all-day TechFest events, Maker’s Lab features special activities and hands-on experiences for everyone, from tech enthusiasts to families with kids ...
Free Calphin Day: Family Summer Re-Opening + Kites for First 200 Kids (Fremont)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP required - Walk ins welcome too
| Fremont Central Park
Free Calphin Day: Family Summer Re-Opening + Kites for First 200 Kids (Fremont)
Calphin is hosting a special Calphin Day event to celebrate our Summer Re-Opening. This family-friendly gathering brings together our community for a day of fun, activities, and connection. First 200 kids who show up at event will receive a FREE Calphin Kite Activities & Attractions Families can enjoy a variety of ...
Wellness Wonderland Family Fair (Novato)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
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| Anubhuti Meditation & Retreat Center
Wellness Wonderland Family Fair (Novato)
Join us in person to celebrate well-being, joy, and family time! Activities: Yoga & Games for Kids Tai Chi Snake & Ladder Challenge Face Painting Virtue scope Reading Storytelling Corner Insightful Talk Live Meditation & Guided Nature Walk Live Music – Sing Along Dance Performances – Dance Along Virtue Café Pot Painting & Planting Ayurveda Counseling Ayurvedic Soulful Food Special Highlights: Fun ...
Village Nursery School Open House (Daly City)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP is not mandatory but appreciated for accurate headcount.
| Village Nursery School
Village Nursery School Open House (Daly City)
You’re Invited to Our Open House! Join us at Village Nursery School for a morning of play, exploration, and community! Saturday, June 20⏰ 10 AM – 12 PM474 N Parkview Ave, Daly City Bring your little ones to enjoy: ✨ Indoor & outdoor free playStory timeFun activitiesSnacks & refreshments☕ ...
Free Community Garden Work Day + Lunch (Oakland Peace Center)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP required here: https://partiful.com/e/OR7hxEAUGAzyB6eANfIt?c=CmvhBp6w
| Oakland Peace Center
Free Community Garden Work Day + Lunch (Oakland Peace Center)
Grab your gloves — it’s time to get our hands dirty! The East Bay Permaculture Guild is partnering with the Oakland Peace Center for community garden work day on 6/20 as another follow-up to our big unconference spring 2026 edition. This is the foundation of a ...
Pet Food Express’ Free “Fun & Fitness” Fest (Little Marina Green)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free entry 10am - 2pm!
| Little Marina Green
Pet Food Express' Free "Fun & Fitness" Fest (Little Marina Green)
Bring the whole family – including your pet! Celebrate the summer with Pet Food Express at the first annual Fun & Fitness Fest hosted at Little Marina Green in San Francisco on June 20 from 10am – 2pm.  Try out the dog agility course, play ...
Free Steam-Powered Sawmill Demos: 1914 Machinery Live (Sebastopol)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, no tickets required, free parking available on site
| Sturgeon's Mill
Free Steam-Powered Sawmill Demos: 1914 Machinery Live (Sebastopol)
Step into a true piece of California history at Sturgeon’s Mill, a fully operational steam-powered sawmill founded in 1914. Unlike a replica, this is an authentic working museum where the original machinery still runs today, offering a rare chance to see early 20th-century industry in ...
Free San Leandro Summer Model Train Show + Open House (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donations always appreciated!
| San Leandro Historical Railway Society
Free San Leandro Summer Model Train Show + Open House (June 20-21)

Experience family-friendly fun with a variety of model train displays, including HO scale indoors and G & O gauge outdoors. This free event features a porch sale, a railroad museum, and railroad safety education for enthusiasts of all ages. San Leandro Historical Railway Society June ...

Family Bird Watching Adventure + Guided Walk (Chabot Space Center)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:30 am - Ends at 12:30 pm | Cost: $25*
*$25 kids, $35 Adults, Tickets include Center admission!
| Chabot Space & Science Center
Family Bird Watching Adventure + Guided Walk (Chabot Space Center)
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8 Members receive $15 off   Buy Tickets This Months Theme: Bird Watching – Discover Local Feathered Friends! Take flight into the fascinating world of birds! Interactive Workshop: Learn how to identify local birds by their unique appearances and calls. Gain tips and tricks for becoming a skilled ...
SF’s North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach
SF’s North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)

Considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals, the North Beach Festival celebrates its 72nd year in historic North Beach in 2026 with 200+ vendors on 11 blocks, beer gardens, live music, art, Italian Street Painting, the blessing of the animals, and much more. And it all ...

The Toast
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Ramp
The Toast
Join us for a Father’s Day celebration with plenty of beer, family activities, and supporting an amazing cause!