Celebrate Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, at the SF Botanical Garden – November 3, 2024
Join San Francisco Bay Area Moms, The Mexican Museum, and the San Francisco Public Library in recognizing this rich Latinx cultural event, in which the dearly departed return every year to visit their loved ones on the 1st and 2nd of November.
Let your creative juices flow with themed craft activities using natural materials from our very own Children’s Garden!
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! San Francisco
Summer is here and there’s no better to explore the fascinating world at Ripleys’s Believe It or Not! San Francisco, a must-see attraction local to the Bay Area! Encounter unforgettable artifacts and interactive exhibits you have to see to believe.
Make sure a California Academy visit is on your holiday list this year!
From Nov. 23–Jan. 5 science lovers of all ages will revel in a festive array of winter-themed activities throughout the museum, from jolly live shows to falling snow and adorable baby animals, here for a limited time!
Ross Turkey Trot 2024 – November 10
Join us for the Ross Turkey Trot 2024 and kick off your holiday season with a spirit of gratitude and fitness! Whether you’re racing to beat your personal best or enjoying a festive stroll with family and friends, we can’t wait to see you there! All race participants receive a commemorative T-shirt and a finisher’s medal. All race participants ages 0-17 are FREE! 🦃🏃♀️🏃♂️.
San Jose’s 106th Annual Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony (2024)
Each year, since 1918, the United Veterans Council of Santa Clara County has produced a Veterans Day Parade with support from the City of San Jose, Santa Clara County, and contributions from many individuals and organizations.
This parade, the largest Veterans Day Parade in Northern California, honors all who served or are currently serving their country.
Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink Opening Ceremony 2024 (San Ramon) – November 15
City Center’s popular Ice Rink is set to open November 15 at 6pm with skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi cutting the ribbon and welcoming the community to another holiday season of skating. It will be a fun evening of skating performances and caroling by San Ramon Valley High School students. So mark your calendar and plan some time on the ice with family and friends. And this season, you can rent cabanas on the ice and be right there in the action!
