Flores Corte Madera is turning up the flavor on Friday, May 15th (5:30pm–8pm) with a Night of Mexican Flavors, Tequila & Margaritas featuring Don Pilar Contreras.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with bold Mexican cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and premium tequila tastings in a lively, festive setting. Guests will enjoy a specially curated 5-course dinner paired with samples of Don Pilar Tequila, plus an interactive margarita-making experience where you’ll learn the secrets behind the perfect pour.
The evening includes a special appearance by Juan Carlos Contreras, son of Don Pilar, who will share the rich history, tradition, and craftsmanship behind the celebrated tequila.
Great food. Smooth tequila. Fresh margaritas. Good company.
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Cost: $87.21 per person
The Marin Irish Festival returns to Lagoon Park at the Marin County Fairgrounds this weekend, bringing a lively Beltane Celebration of Irish music, dance, and heritage to the Bay Area.
Hosted by the producers of The Great Dickens Christmas Fair and original Renaissance Pleasure Faire, the festival promises a weekend of traditional entertainment, hands-on cultural experiences, and family-friendly fun.
Beltane, an ancient Celtic festival marking the arrival of summer, sets the tone for a weekend filled with Maypoles, music, and revelry. Festival-goers can expect performances across four lively stages, featuring top Irish musicians, dynamic dance performances, and immersive storytelling. More than 40 craft vendors will showcase handcrafted and rare goods, while food trucks and tents will serve up traditional Irish fare, including corned beef and cabbage, fish & chips, shepherd’s pie, and of course, pints of Guinness, as well as locally brewed hard ciders & ales.
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Tickets: $30 (Adults); $15 (Kids 5-11)
Join Maison D'Evanna on Wednesday, May 13th for an exclusive opportunity to hear legendary dress designer Anne Fontaine share her design philosophy and insights and to enjoy their Spring/Summer Fashion Show.
Sip champagne and explore the latest in beautiful fashion and explore a curated selection of limited-edition Anne Fontaine pieces.
RSVP: evaclaiborne@gmail.com or call at (415) 497-3635
Join friends & neighbors this Saturday at Zelinsky Park for an afternoon filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage. It's one of Tiburon’s most vibrant annual events!
✨ Live cultural performances showcasing dance, music, and martial arts
🍜 Delicious eats including Chinese cuisine, boba, and Kona Ice
🎨 Arts, crafts, and exhibits for all ages
🦁 Lion dancers, drummers, and more bringing the energy all day long
This free, family-friendly event is all about celebrating diversity, honoring traditions, and coming together as a community. Don’t miss AIISF (Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation) sharing stories and history from the island, plus a special talk during the event.
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Free Admission
Join Servino on Wednesday, May 20th as they explore the wines from Emilia-Romagna with a multi-course menu pairing.
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1st Course: SF halibut, tioga cherry, red mustard, aceto balsamico
~2017 Cantina Della Volta, 'Chritian Bellei' Blanc de Noir~
2nd Course: Mortadella, prosciutto, culatello, rhubarb agrodolce
~NV Cantina Della Volta, 'BrutRosso' Lambrusco di Sorbara~
3rd Course: Pink barn farm arugula salad, shasta porcini, grana padano
~2023 Villa Papiano, 'Terra' Albana Silaro~
4th Course: Tortelli w/bellweather ricotta, rainbow chard, parm reggiano
~2023 Villa Papiano 'Papesse', Romagna Sangiovese Modigliana~
~2019 Villa Papiano, 'Probi', Romagna Sangiovese Modigliana Ris~
5th Course: Silver sky ranch braised beef, spring soffritto
~2020 Villa Papiano, Centesimino Fori~
Dessert: Flourless chocolate cake, triple t blueberry
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Cost: $174 for food & wine (Tax and gratuity not included)
The Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience is a 3-day celebration (May 14-17) featuring the best of Sonoma County and world-renowned food and wines. One of the highlights of the weekend is the Vintners Plaza Grand Tasting on Saturday.
Experience wines and spirits from over 150+ local and world-renowned artisans and makers. Over a dozen talented chefs from Sonoma County and around the world will craft exceptional bites showcasing the region’s seasonal agricultural bounty.
Enjoy curated bites by Food Network stars Chefs Nadia Caterina Munno, Joe Sasto, Lee Anne Wong, Britt Rescigno, Ari Weiswasser, and Viet Pham.
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Tickets: $275
The Marin Greek Festival celebrates 50+ years this Memorial Day weekend at Novato's Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church (aka the Greek Village on the Hill).
Enjoy Greek wines and authentic Greek delicacies (Gyros, Loukamades, pastries, beverages, and more). Dance to the music of the Kymata Band on Saturday & Sunday. Learn about Greek history, music, dance and faith.
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Friday, May 22nd: 5pm-9pm (free admission)
Saturday, May 23rd: 11am-9pm
Sunday, May 24th: 11am-8pm
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Tickets: $5 (general), $4 (age 55+ ), Kids 16 & under are FREE.
The 52nd Annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firefighters’ BBQ returns Sunday, May 24th in Santos Meadow (near Muir Beach). Featuring delicious food, fantastic live music, tasty craft beers, premium wine, and a whole lot of fun for the family, the Muir Beach Volunteer Firefighters’ BBQ is a festive gathering, a favorite Memorial Day weekend tradition, and an essential fundraiser for the Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department.
Live music will keep the energy high all day! Opening the festivities is rock and roll band SunHunter, recently voted Best Band in Marin in the Pacific Sun Readers’ Poll. Perennial favorites Andre’s All-Stars, featuring top-tier musicians performing classic rock and R&B, will keep the crowd dancing.
BBQ chicken and vegetarian tamale lunches, desserts, plus sodas, beer and wine will be available for purchase, as are clothing and other items featuring the famous Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department iconic dog logo. The day’s activities end with a raffle for over 100 prizes. Proceeds benefit the completion of MBFVD's new firehouse.
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Suggested donation: $10 for walk-in and bike-in attendees.
Parking is $30 per vehicle; carpooling is encouraged.
Back by popular demand for the second year in a row, businesses across Marin County will showcase exciting special vegan menu items for an entire month (May 1 - May 31), giving everyone the opportunity to explore creative plant-based dishes crafted by talented local chefs.
How It Works:
1- Visit participating restaurants across Marin County.
2- Try their exclusive vegan offerings.
3- Share your experience: Rate and review the dishes you try, comment, post photos of your favorite meals, and tag @veganchefchallengeWest.
This event is open to everyone, not just vegans! It’s about bringing our community together to celebrate incredible food and support our area's chefs.
Join us in making Marin County an even more inclusive, vibrant, and compassionate community. For details on participating businesses, menus, partners, and more, visit our website.
The Marin County Vegan Chef Challenge is hosted by Vegan Outreach in collaboration with Vegan Marin and Vegan Distribution.
Ready to sweat, plunge, and repeat? A one-of-a-kind waterfront sauna experience has landed at Nick’s Cove.
Sundrop Sauna is now open daily through the end of May, bringing a beautifully crafted seaside sauna right to the edge of Tomales Bay. Think steamy sessions with sweeping coastal views, followed by a brisk plunge straight into the bay. Yes, it’s as invigorating as it sounds.
What You Get:
Cost: $145 (Monday–Thursday); $185 (Friday–Sunday)
Whether you’re chasing that post-sauna glow or looking for a unique group hang, this is your excuse to unplug and lean into the elements.
