Clay, Bluegrass & Summer Evenings
July 10–12, 2026
Hi parents,
This is one of those weekends where you genuinely can’t go wrong. Friday brings live music and lawn chairs, Saturday is packed with fairs, art, and farm mornings, and Sunday is perfect for slowing down with a farmers market or cheering on the World Cup with the community.
Pick your family’s pace. We’ve done the sorting for you.
Happening All Weekend
ACGA Clay & Glass Festival
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | 📍 Palo Alto Art Center, Palo Alto
One of the West Coast’s largest juried clay and glass festivals, featuring more than 140 California artists, a hands-on Clay For All activity for kids, and exciting live pottery throwdowns each afternoon. Food trucks will be on-site, making it easy to spend a few hours exploring.
All ages | Free | Learn more
Today at Apple: Kids Workshops
Sessions throughout the day | 📍 Apple Burlingame, Burlingame
Free, hands-on workshops where kids can explore coding, comics, filmmaking, and more. Activities vary by day, so check the schedule before heading over.
Best for ages 6–14 | Free | Learn more
Friday, July 10
Jewelry on the Square
5:00 pm – 8:30 pm | 📍 Courthouse Square, Redwood City
Browse handcrafted jewelry, glasswork, and artisan creations while live music fills the square. A relaxed way to kick off the weekend before or during the evening concert.
All ages | Free to browse | Learn more
Music on the Square: Sounds of Skynyrd
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | 📍 Courthouse Square, Redwood City
Redwood City’s beloved summer concert series continues with a high-energy Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band. Bring lawn chairs or simply wander through downtown and enjoy the atmosphere.
All ages | Free | Learn more
Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm (seating begins at 7:00 pm) | 📍 Mitchell Park Athletic Field, Palo Alto
Pack a blanket and settle in for a family movie under the stars. Arrive early to grab a good spot before the movie begins at sunset.
All ages | Free | Learn more
Saturday, July 11
Second Saturday at Gamble Garden
10:00 am – 12:00 pm | 📍 Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, Palo Alto
July’s theme celebrates the sun with guided garden tours, a scavenger hunt, an orrery hosted by the San Mateo County Astronomical Society, and a suncatcher craft to take home.
All ages | Free (registration suggested) | Get details
Nature Play Grove at CuriOdyssey
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | 📍 CuriOdyssey, San Mateo
Explore CuriOdyssey’s newest outdoor nature play area with willow sculptures, climbing features, stone chimes, and beautiful Bay views. It feels more like an adventure than a playground.
Best for ages 2–10 | Museum admission | Learn more
Colma Community Fair
11:00 am – 3:00 pm | 📍 Colma Town Hall, Colma
A friendly neighborhood fair with local vendors, food trucks, live music, and a dedicated kids’ zone. Easygoing and perfect for younger families.
All ages | Free | Learn more
Pub in the Park featuring Wildcat Mountain Ramblers
11:00 am – 4:00 pm | 📍 Red Morton Park, Redwood City
Spend the afternoon listening to live bluegrass while the kids enjoy lawn games and open space. Bring a blanket, grab lunch from a food truck, and stay as long as you’d like.
All ages | Free | Learn more
Library Day at The New Farm
11:00 am – 4:00 pm | 📍 The New Farm, San Francisco
Books, goats, live music, and a self-guided bird walk come together for a wonderfully different family outing by the Bay.
All ages | Free | Learn more
Family Storytime with Stay & Play
11:15 am – 12:15 pm | 📍 Pacifica Sanchez Library, Pacifica
Stories, songs, movement, and open-ended play make this a gentle way to spend a Saturday morning with little ones.
Best for ages 0–5 | Free | Get details
Big Bubble Show
2:00 pm | 📍 Main Library, South San Francisco
Expect giant bubbles, bubble tricks, and plenty of laughter during this interactive outdoor performance next to the playground.
Best for ages 2–10 | Free | Learn more
Sunday, July 12
Soccer on the Square — World Cup Watch Party
Ongoing throughout the day | 📍 Courthouse Square, Redwood City
Catch the World Cup on giant outdoor screens while the kids enjoy inflatable play areas, lawn games, climbing walls, cornhole, and the Youth Interactive Zone. It’s part sports viewing, part family festival, and an easy place to spend a few hours together.
All ages | Free | Get details
Weekend Wander
If you’re craving a slower start to the weekend, a local farmers market is always a good idea. Pick up fresh fruit, flowers, pastries, or let the kids choose something colorful for the week ahead.
Saturday
College of San Mateo Farmers’ Market (9:00 am–1:00 pm)
Sunday
San Carlos Farmers’ Market (9:00 am–1:00 pm)
Menlo Park Farmers’ Market (9:00 am–1:00 pm)
Little Joy
Let each child choose one thing to lead this weekend. Maybe it’s stopping to watch a street musician, picking the brightest tomato at the market, or spending ten extra minutes at the playground. Those little detours are often the parts they remember most.
Whether you end up discovering a new favorite artist, dancing to bluegrass in the park, or simply wandering your local farmers market with an iced coffee in hand, we hope this weekend gives your family a little room to slow down together.
Thanks for letting us be part of your weekend planning. Have a wonderful weekend!