Memorial Day Weekend
All we have of freedom, all we use or know -This our fathers bought for us long and long ago.~Rudyard Kipling, The Old Issue, 1899
Get out and celebrate as a family the freedoms we enjoy and those that made it possible! Check out the ample opportunities for fun this upcoming holiday weekend:
Friday, May 27
Memorial Day Ice Cream Social at Rodgers-Smith Park
Enjoy a root beer float and celebrate our Veterans with stories and music.
Ages: All ages
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Location: Garyson Rd. & Cortsen Rd., Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Cost: Free
Saturday, May 28
Bay Area Kidfest at Mount Diablo High School
An engaging 3-day weekend of quality live entertainment on 4 stages; activities and sports for children; stimulating learning and exploration; exposing parents to new ideas and opportunities from over 100 arts & crafts and other exhibitors; showcasing community groups dedicated to families and children while celebrating the value and importance of families as a key part of a healthy community. All of the entertainment and activities are included in the low price of admission. Additionally, there are 15 rides (ferris wheel, pony rides, EuroBungy trampoline, Cap’n Hook Fun House, giant slide and more) and a delicious food court for additional charges.
Ages: All ages
Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Location: 2450 Grant Street, Concord, CA 94520
Cost: $5/person with a can of food for the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano; $6 without a canned food donation. Children under 2 and Seniors over 65 are free!
Oakland A’s Fireworks Night! at the Oracle Arena
All fans are invited to watch post-game fireworks from the outfield grass.
Ages: All ages
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
Cost: Tickets range from $8/person to $90/person
Sunday, May 29
The Festival draws hundreds of thousands of people for two days of dancing Salsa, Samba, Reggae, Tango, Hip- Hop, Merengue, Calypso, Cha Cha Cha, Cumbia, and Mambo into the evening. Food vendors offer traditional delicacies, while others sell crafts native to the Carnaval countries of their heritage. Giant stages sparkle with continuous entertainment. San Francisco Carnaval Grand Parade is a unique, must see multi-cultural event that celebrates the traditions of many countries and cultures around the world. The floats are spectacular, the music is uplifting and the costumes are lavish. Beautifully designed floats depict rich multi-cultural themes, and feature musicians, dancers and other performers that excite and entertain the crowds.
Ages: All ages
Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm
Location: Harrison St. & 23rd St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Cost: Free
Caledonia Street Spring Faire in Sausalito
The Sausalito Nursery School and the City of Sausalito are the very proud partners of the second Caledonia Street Spring Faire, a combination of the Spring Faire and the Caledonia Street Fair. This will be a historic event in our picturesque seaside town. This enchanting festival will bring together all the bay area communities celebrating spring, our children, our families, our neighbors and the renewal of our earth through Art, Music, Dance, Delectable Fare, and a Fun & Festive Children’s Area. With over 100 fine arts and crafts vendors, food and entertainment, this event is truly for the entire family. The Faire has a strong focus on music and dance performances with international flair on two stages of live entertainment. The show will go on rain or shine.
Ages: All ages
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Caledonia St. & Locust St., Sausalito, CA 94965
Cost: Free
The Larkspur Flower and Food Festival is now in its 22nd year! Nestled at the foot of majestic Mt. Tamalpais, Magnolia Avenue is a perfect setting to enjoy California’s summer offerings of nature’s bouquets and taste samples of the Bay Area’s finest gourmet foods.
Ages: All ages
Time: 11:00am – 6:00pm
Location: Magnolia Ave. & Ward St., Larkspur, CA 94939
Cost: Free
Volunteer Firemen’s BBQ at Slide Ranch
Live music, open air dancing, picnicking and freshly grilled chicken are the highlights of the annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firemen’s Barbecue at the Muir Beach picnic grounds on Muir Woods road. The Firemen’s Barbecue is a long-running celebration and fund-raiser for the Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department.
Your minimum donation of $20 per car gets you a place to park, plus $10 worth of coupons to spend on a great barbecued chicken or vegetarian tamales dinner, a drink, T-shirt, or whatever.
Ages: All ages
Time: Noon – 5:00pm
Location: 2025 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA 94965
Cost: Minimum donation of $20/car (includes parking plus $10 in coupons to spend on a great barbecued chicken or vegetarian tamales dinner, a drink, t-shirt, or whatever!)
Memorial Weekend Concert at Golden Gate Park
Memorial weekend concert is a salute to those who have sacrificed for America.
Ages: All ages
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: 55 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco 94118
Cost: Free
Monday, May 30
Memorial Day Parade in Downtown Mill Valley
Mark your calendar for a day of celebration and events on Memorial Day. The day starts bright and early with the annual Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Volunteer Firefighters. The parade starts at 10:30 am in Old Mill Park and goes through downtown and all the way down Miller Avenue. After the Parade, join your neighbors at the Community Center for music, entertainment, and more!
Ages: All ages
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location: 352 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley, CA 94941
Cost: Free
San Ramon Art & Wind Festival in San Ramon Central Park
The San Ramon Art & Wind Festival blows into town on May 29 & 30 in San Ramon Central Park from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. The festival includes over 200 arts & crafts booths, entertainment on 3 stages, kite-flying demos, free kite making workshops, kids’ activities, a non-profit info alley, displays and more!
Ages: All ages
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Location: 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon, CA 94583
Cost: Free
San Francisco Maritime National Park Association
The San Francisco Maritime National Park Association, the crew of USS Pampanito and the Submarine Veterans of World War II Cordially invite you to attend the Lost Boat Ceremony to honor those who have served and those on Eternal Patrol in the Submarine Service with guest speaker Butch Howard Captain, USN (Retired)
Ages: All ages
Time: 10:30am – Noon
Location: Laguna St. & Bay St., San Francisco, CA 94123
Cost: Free: RSVP 415.775.1943 x13 or lostboats@maritime.org
Memorial Day Celebration at the Main Post of the Presidio
Join veterans and the community to honor and remember those lost in service to their country. The parade begins in the Main Post (near the corner of Sheridan and Lincoln) at 10:30am led by the Pipes & Drums of the 191st Army Band. The formal program begins at 11 am at National Cemetery. It features music, a color guard, and remarks by military and civilian dignitaries, including Rev. Dr. John L. Young, a of the Presidio Interfaith Center. The ceremony ends at Noon with a 21-gun salute by the U.S. Army 5th Brigade 75th Division. Following the program, light refreshments and a spiritual service sponsored by the Interfaith Center will be held at the nearby Presidio Chapel. Organizations will also be on site with information about how to support veterans throughout the year.
Ages: All ages
Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm
Location: Funston Ave. & Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco 94129
Cost: Free
