July Awesome List
/ Ronnie SharpeJuly in the Bay Area is the perfect time to dive into the heart of summer! With sunny beaches, lush gardens, and outdoor adventures, the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re exploring new bike trails, catching a summer breeze by the water, or enjoying family-friendly festivals, July is packed with fun and excitement for everyone. Grab your shades, sunscreen, and your loved ones for a month of unforgettable experiences in this vibrant region!
Celebrate the public opening of Black Gold: Stories Untold with talks, performances, and music.
High Sierra Music Festival returns for its 33rd year from July 3–6, 2025, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers and families alike. Set against the backdrop of the scenic Feather River Canyon and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, this 4-day celebration at the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds transforms into a joyful playground for all ages—blending music, nature, creativity, and family connection.
As the summer sun blazes on, Pixar classics will keep moviegoers cool and entertained with a streak of imaginative, heartfelt films that defined the studio’s second decade.
The New Farm will be buzzing with live music, art and crafts, book giveaways, and of course, goats and chickens. Plus, the Bookmobile will be there!
Come out to Thrive City for the California Classic Fan Fest presented by CarMax on July 5th and 6th! Take part in multiple fan-friendly activities including live entertainment, carnival games, balloon artists and more! California Classic Fan Fests are free and open to the public.
Free stargazing with San Francisco Amateur Astronomers at Presidio Tunnel Tops!
This free program provides art-making opportunities for parents and families to create with their children.
Bon Air invites little ones and their caregivers to free Summer Tuesday Music Time with Megan, June through August – get the wiggles out and grab a bite of lunch before nap time.
This award-winning brass quintet brings an exhilarating blend of upbeat jazz favorites and captivating classical masterpieces, performed with brilliance and joy.
Have fun at the park the 2nd Thursday of every month, May through October, 5-8pm.
Marin Art and Garden Center is pleased to present their beloved Summer Concert Series that runs every Thursday from July 10 - August 28.
Circus Bella offers a modern twist on one-ring circus, overflowing with heart and soul.
Inspired by a wolf, Nordic Legend and the architecture of connection, ‘The Bridge’ is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with cloaked commentary and gorgeous imagery. It wouldn’t be Flynn Creek Circus without irreverent comedy and thrilling surprises. A troll, a goat, a shadow, a wolf... the 2025 season show features lovable characters and huge acrobatic stunts like never before.
Oakland First Fridays returns with Town Bizness, a special edition spotlighting the entrepreneurial spirit, creative genius, and community heartbeat of Oakland.
As the summer sun blazes on, Pixar classics will keep moviegoers cool and entertained with a streak of imaginative, heartfelt films that defined the studio’s second decade.
Join Park Rangers and volunteers in celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Morgan Horse Ranch on Saturday, July 12th!
Join us for Rhythmix Rising Seas, where Art meets Community to shape a resilient and sustainable future.
Join Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino of the ‘ottoy Initiative for a hands-on workshop celebrating Ohlone cultural traditions and the waterways of the Bay.
The West Point Inn hosts six Pancake Breakfast Fundraisers each year.
Enjoy art making and storytelling around a different theme each month — fun and creativity for the whole family! We believe in the joy of making, so come ready to relax, experiment, and enjoy yourself.
Tickets are free but must be reserved online in advance.
Part marketplace, part mini-festival, part love letter to San Francisco — HAVE is your new favorite Sunday plan. We’re taking over the historic Broadway Studios in North Beach for a one-day cultural mashup of vintage treasures, local art, live entertainment, and all the good vibes you didn’t know you were missing.
Sonoma Botanical Garden invites families to fly on over this summer for the return of its family fun series, Sunday Funday. This year, Sunday Funday coincides with the Garden’s newest exhibit, Winged Wonders, by The Myth Makers, a fantastical flock of giant bamboo birds placed throughout the Garden.
Bon Air invites little ones and their caregivers to free Summer Tuesday Music Time with Megan, June through August – get the wiggles out and grab a bite of lunch before nap time.
This award-winning brass quintet brings an exhilarating blend of upbeat jazz favorites and captivating classical masterpieces, performed with brilliance and joy.
Marin Art and Garden Center is pleased to present their beloved Summer Concert Series that runs every Thursday from July 10 - August 28.
Inspired by a wolf, Nordic Legend and the architecture of connection, ‘The Bridge’ is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with cloaked commentary and gorgeous imagery. It wouldn’t be Flynn Creek Circus without irreverent comedy and thrilling surprises. A troll, a goat, a shadow, a wolf... the 2025 season show features lovable characters and huge acrobatic stunts like never before.
The music at these shows will be rooted in the timeless songbook and style of the Grateful Dead, with plenty of room for exploration and spontaneous jams.