The Ultimate Girl Empowerment Guide to the Bay Area
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International Day of the Girl is October 11 and a moment to shine a spotlight on the hurdles girls tackle globally, all while championing their rights and strength.
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#FleetWeekSF Celebration in San Francisco
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Ships, planes, pomp and celebrations honoring the men and women of our nation’s armed forces are making their return to the Bay Area for Fleet Week this October 5-13!
Read More2026 TEDxLeadways
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On October 10, join us at Leadways School for TEDxLeadways 2026, where high school students take the TEDx stage to share powerful ideas, personal stories, and thought-provoking perspectives centered around this year's theme: Learning.
Read MoreBay Area Harvest Festivals: Fall Fun for the Whole Family
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Across the Bay Area, harvest festivals are a vibrant fall tradition—blending agricultural bounty, community spirit, seasonal food, and family‑friendly fun. Each one puts its own spin on what it means to celebrate the harvest, whether you’re after pumpkins, apples, crafts, or just crisp autumn air.
Read MoreSound Summit Returns to Mount Tam
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Sound Summit, the intimate annual music festival staged high above San Francisco Bay returns to the slopes of Mount Tam on Saturday, September 12.
Read MoreMaker Faire is BACK!
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Maker Faire started in the Bay Area in 2006 and quickly grew into a global cultural movement — a joyful celebration of creativity, curiosity, and hands-on fun. This September 25–27, come back to the flagship where it all started. Build, play, experiment, and be part of the movement that keeps making the future.
Read MoreSeptember Festivals At A Glance
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As summer winds down, September ushers in a whole new season of excitement with a fantastic lineup of events and festivals! From lively cultural celebrations and harvest festivals to art fairs, this month is packed with family-friendly activities to enjoy in the crisp autumn air. Whether you’re into art, music, food, or just exploring something new, there’s no shortage of opportunities to dive into fun and enriching experiences. Don’t miss the chance to create unforgettable memories and soak up the vibrant energy of these amazing events happening right in your area!
Read MoreThe Harker Advantage: Turning Opportunities into College Impact
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Join Jun Liu, Founder of 7EDU, for an informal, small-group conversation created specifically for Harker School families.
Read MoreAutumn Moon Festivals around the Bay Area
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Mooncakes, magic, and an abundance of festival fun come together to celebrate the Bay Area’s incredibly diverse Asian-American community.
Read MoreOktoberfest Bay Area: A Kid-Friendly Guide
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Discover the flavors of a family friendly Oom Pah-Pah Oktoberfest around the Bay Area.
Read MoreThe Big Draw 2026: Make a Mark
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Join us at The Walt Disney Family Museum as we celebrate The Big Draw, the world’s largest drawing festival, on Sunday, September 6! Through various themed activities hosted throughout the museum, we will explore the expressive power of creating through gestures and movements that shape how we see, think, and connect.
Read MoreCalifornia Coastal Cleanup
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Join the Trashure Hunt this September 19! This year, California Coastal Cleanup Day will become the world's largest scavenger hunt.
Read More10 Really Cool Things Your Kids Can Do In National Parks
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Love national parks? There’s a holiday for that! Join the weeklong celebration of all things “national parks” happening August 22 to 30, 2026. Wrap up summer by coming out to explore nature and history, join ranger programs, earn your Junior Ranger badge, and more. Entrance fees are waived for US citizens and residents on August 25, 2026, for our 110th birthday.
Read MoreWinston Preparatory School: Education for the Individual
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When a school truly understands your child, challenges become opportunities — and learning comes to life. Located in San Rafael, Winston Preparatory School offers an individualized, skill-based learning model for students with diverse learning profiles, including ADHD, dyslexia, and NVLD (Grades 3-12).
Read MoreSound the Shofar this Rosh Hashanah
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Shanah Tovah (Happy New Year)! The Jewish New Year of 5787, observed from Friday evening, September 11, through Sunday evening, September 13, 2026, begins with Rosh Hashanah, when people greet one another with "Shanah Tovah"—wishing each other a sweet and happy new year. Together, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur make up the Jewish High Holidays, with the ten days between them known as the Days of Awe, a time for reflection, renewal, and new beginnings.
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