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Event and Activities in San Francisco This Weekend
Wednesday, July 2 - Sunday, July 6
Looking for family-friendly events and activities in San Francisco and the Bay Area this weekend? Here are some of the best things to add to your list!
Best Things To Do This Weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area with Kids
Marin County Fair
San Rafael
Wednesday - Sunday, July 2- 6, 2025
BUG-TASTIC! will celebrate all things flittery, fluttery, buzzy, creepy, crawly, sticky, prickly, wiggly, and everything in between. This ultimate bug fest will be filled with activities highlighting insects, spiders, scorpions, centipedes, millipedes, and more. From competitive exhibits, hands-on art projects, entertainment, education, and fairground décor, all while providing a great opportunity for families to have a good time and develop a love of nature. Families can also enjoy the exhibits, concerts, carnival rides, sheepdog trials, petting zoo, and nightly fireworks. Visit the website here.
Chalk Full of Fun 2025
Redwood City - FREE
Thursday & Friday, July 3 & 4, 2025
Put those sidewalk chalk skills to the test at the Redwood City Chalk Festival, where professionals and amateurs create works of art in Courthouse Square on Hamilton St. Participants can sign up to reserve a space, or just come to the event and create at the free chalking area on Hamilton. Visit the website here.
4th of July Weekend Celebration
Gilroy
Thursday - Sunday, July 4 - 7, 2025
Gilroy Gardens is hosting a 4-day weekend full of 4th of July fun. Splash around at the popular Water Oasis and enjoy themed food, cocktails, and mocktails. Then dance and enjoy the Giant Connect 4 and a selfie photo booth all day. Enjoy all the rides and entertainment at Gilroy Gardens with extended hours for more fun. Visit the website here.
Woodside Junior Rodeo
Woodside
Friday, July 4, 2025
Spend the 4th of July with some rodeo fun for the whole family. Support and cheer on a new generation of cowgirls, cowboys, and everyone in between for a day of rodeo action and western family activities! Visit the website here.
Foster City 4th of July Celebration
Foster City - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
The 4th of July Celebration in Foster City is back with a whole day of fun events, activities, and music for the entire family. There will be a Kid Zone, a pet parade, family games, and more. Visit the website here.
Santa Cruz Firecracker Run
Santa Cruz
Friday, July 4, 2025
The famous Firecracker run is back this year with three courses (even one for kids) so that everyone can participate. Hang out afterward for a post-race brunch, awards, and music. It's a great way to start the 4th of July celebration day! Visit the website here.
Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular at Shoreline Amphitheatre
Mountain View
Friday, July 4, 2025
Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View is hosting a 4th of July celebration that's perfect for families. The San Francisco Symphony and ukulele virtuoso Taimane light up the night at Shoreline Amphitheatre, which concludes with a grand finale of spectacular fireworks. Visit the website here.
Concord's 4th of July Fireworks
Concord - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
The City of Concord is welcoming everyone back for the annual 4th of July Celebration. This is a great event for the whole family that includes games, a run for adults and kids, a parade, and fireworks. Visit the website here.
Redwood City 4th of July Parade & Drone Show
Redwood City - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Go big on the 4th of July and celebrate with a day of activities in downtown Redwood City. There's a massive parade (the largest in the Bay Area) as well as a festival, pancake breakfast, and a drone show. Visit the website here.
Alameda 4th of July Parade
Alameda - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
The Alameda 4th of July Parade is the longest in the nation, drawing over 60,000 people to watch equestrians, dance troops, floats, antique cars, community groups, and community marching bands. Show off your patriotic colors and line the streets along the 3.3-mile parade route! Visit the website here.
Fisherman's Wharf 4th of July Celebration
San Francisco - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Hang out at Fisherman's Wharf and enjoy some spectacular fireworks to celebrate the 4th of July. Visit the website here.
Half Moon Bay Ol' Fashioned 4th of July Parade & Block Party
Half Moon Bay - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
In its 54th year hosting the incredible 4th of July Pancake Breakfast, Parade, and Block Party, this event is a day full of fun for the whole family. There will be marching bands, pets parading, sports teams, and even the famous "Sitting Marching Band" playing all the patriotic songs. Visit the website here.
4th of July at Central Park
San Mateo - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate the 4th of July at Central Park in San Mateo in the afternoon with the whole family. Enjoy crafts by A-Z Creativity, hair spray painting, and airbrush tattoos. Grab some food and sweet treats from food trucks like Humphrey Slocombe, Ta'Contreras, and Rock Club Burgers. Visit the website here.
4th of July Summer Festival and Chili Cook-Off
Palo Alto - FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
The City of Palo Alto is hosting a Summer Festival and Chili Cook-off for the 4th of July. Families can enjoy live music, food trucks, and games and activities for kids. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and reusable water bottles are encouraged. Visit the website here.
Great America 4th of July Celebration
Santa Clara
Friday & Saturday, July 4 & 5, 2025
Great America is hosting 2 days dedicated to celebrating the 4th of July with rides, water play, BBQ (only on the 4th), and fireworks. Come early, and enjoy the rides for the whole family (including Snoopy Land) and all the water slides and pool fun before the evening fireworks. Visit the website here.
Fillmore Jazz Festival
San Francisco - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, July 5 & 6, 2025
Blending art & soul in one of the country’s most unique neighborhoods in San Francisco, this 2-day festival is music to our ears. From sun-up to sundown groove to live music from multiple stages while enjoying the artists and gourmet food and beverages. Visit the website here.
California Classic Fan Fest at Thrive City
San Francisco - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, July 5 & 6, 2025
Come out to Thrive City for the California Classic Fan Fest. Take part in multiple fan-friendly activities including live entertainment, carnival games, balloon artists, a magician, and more. Visit the website here.