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FEATURED EVENTS

Bicycle Sundays - City of San Mateo, California

On Sundays, a 3.8-mile segment of Cañada Road along Crystal Springs Regional Trail is closed between the Filoli entrance and Highway 92 allowing for non-motorized activities including jogging, bicycling, hiking, roller-skating, and walking (Strollers are welcome, but no ball/frisbee activity allowed). Cañada Road between Edgewood Road to the Filoli entrance will remain open to vehicles. Restrooms are available at nearby Edgewood Park & Preserve, approximately 1.2 miles away, as well at the Pulgas Water Temple. Bring your own water to the event. Parking for Bicycle Sunday is located on Edgewood & Canada roads and north at Highway 92. (See map below.) Do not use the parking lot and restroom services at Filoli Historic House and Gardens. An event permit is needed for large, organized groups of bicyclists, skateboarders, roller bladers or walkers. For more information please call the parks reservation desk at (650) 363-4021 or the Supervising Ranger at (650) 851-1210.
Dates: 
09/06/2026
09/13/2026
09/20/2026
12:00-3:00pm
Location: 
330 West 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA, USA
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Let’s Do Lunch – Taste The Row

Make lunch plans at Santana Row this September with $25 prix-fixe lunches from 15 participating restaurants, Monday through Friday. Discover everything from sushi and ramen to Indian cuisine, Italian favorites, Mexican flavors, seafood and more, while Taste The Row benefits World Central Kitchen.
Dates: 
09/01/2026
09/02/2026
09/03/2026
10AM - 4PM
Location: 
Santana Row
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Sunset Fridays - San Francisco Zoo & Gardens

Enjoy live music, animal conservation programming, food, beer and wine after the Zoo closes. Located at the playground and on the giant lawn, this is family friendly and suitable for all ages. Roll out a blanket on the lawn and enjoy an outdoor experience unlike any other in the city!
Dates: 
09/04/2026
09/11/2026
09/18/2026
5:00 - 7:00pm PST
Location: 
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, Upper Great Highway, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Daily Storytime - Children's Museum of Sonoma County

Join us daily at the Children's Museum of Sonoma County for engaging storytime! Perfect for little listeners and their grown-ups.
Dates: 
08/31/2026
09/01/2026
09/02/2026
10:30 - 11:00pm PST
Location: 
Children's Museum of Sonoma County, 1835 W Steele Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, United States
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Santana Row Farmers Market - San Jose , CA

Join us at the Santana Row Farmers’ Market, an outdoor market every Wednesday beginning May 7th from 4:00pm-8:00pm through September on Santana Row (between Olin Avenue and Olsen Drive). The streets transform into a colorful marketplace featuring 25+ vendors offering organic vegetables, local cheeses, breads, flowers, herbs, olives, mouthwatering rotisserie chicken and more.
Dates: 
09/02/2026
09/09/2026
09/16/2026
4-8pm
Location: 
Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128, United States
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History Park Walking Tour - History San José

A museum guide will lead you through History Park, discussing the historical and architectural background of each building. For some of the more important buildings, the famous people associated with them will be highlighted!
Dates: 
09/02/2026
09/04/2026
09/09/2026
11:00am 6:00pm PST
Location: 
San Jose History Museum Parking, Phelan Avenue, San Jose, CA 95112, United States
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Dino Shadows - Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

Discover how light, distance and color alter shadows while exploring a prehistoric land of dinosaurs!
The event has already taken place on this date: 
08/30/2026
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Location: 
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110, United States
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TapeScape - Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

An extraordinary experience made from ordinary materials is coming back to the Purple Museum! Created by Minnesota artist and architect Eric Lennartson, TapeScape transforms more than 10 miles of clear packing tape into a one-of-a-kind landscape of tunnels, bridges, and slides. Inspired by his passion for art, architecture, and hands-on play, Lennartson designed TapeScape to spark curiosity and bring families together through shared adventure. Returning to Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose with an all-new design, this immersive experience invites visitors of all ages to climb, crawl, slide, and discover STEAM concepts through unforgettable play.
Dates: 
09/01/2026
09/02/2026
09/03/2026
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Location: 
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110, United States
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