Marin—get ready to start your engines. Nostalgia Days is rolling back into Downtown Novato this Friday and Saturday!
Grant Avenue will once again transform into a classic car lover’s paradise. Stroll the tree-lined streets, soak up the sights of hundreds of gleaming hot rods, kustoms, and timeless classics, and let the sounds of rock ’n’ roll set the vibe.
The fun kicks off Friday night with the thrilling, police-escorted Marv Giambastiani Hot Rod Cruise through downtown (5pm - 7pm)—always a crowd favorite. Then on Saturday (10am - 4pm), sip an ice-cold beer or cocktail as you explore the show, groove to a DJ spinning hits from the ’50s, and catch live rockabilly and 60’s country from Mitch Polzak and The Royal Deuces.
Admission is free—so bring the whole family!
Bikes, brews, live music and good times take over Fairfax as Biketoberfest Marin celebrates its 20th anniversary this Saturday!
One of Marin’s favorite fall traditions is back and bigger than ever. Kick off the day with a community group ride, then roll into downtown Fairfax for an afternoon packed with local craft beer tastings, live music, bike exhibitors, local vendors, a kids zone and plenty of bike-loving fun.
Whether you’re a hardcore cyclist, craft beer fan, trail lover or just looking for a fun day out in Fairfax, there’s something for everyone. Best of all, admission is FREE and all ages are welcome, so bring the whole crew!
Proceeds benefit Marin Trail Stewards, helping build, maintain and care for the trails and outdoor spaces that make Marin such an incredible place to ride, hike and explore.
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Beer Tasting Tickets: $45 — includes unlimited beer tastings and a keepsake souvenir glass
Come enjoy beer, brats, pretzels, music and more with friends & neighbors this Saturday at the Corte Madera Oktoberfest in Menke Park.
We're looking forward to another great event featuring ice-cold beer from local breweries, amazing food from local food trucks and vendors like Pig in a Pickle, Kit's Taco Shop, and Zonda Fine Meats.
Enjoy live music from the great Corte Madera Town Band, Grand Isle Fire Brigade, and Bubba's Taxi.
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Admission is FREE
Beer Tasting Tickets: $35 (includes 5 generous ice-cold beer tastes); $15 (for non-drinkers age 12 & over)
** Proceeds support the Corte Madera Beautification Committee.
Piatti is celebrating October with a mouthwatering Pasta & Pinot special that’s hard to resist.
All month long, enjoy your choice of one of two seasonal pumpkin pastas plus a glass of Pinot Grigio or Pinot Noir for just $30:
Pumpkin Ravioli — brown butter, sage & roasted kabocha squash
Pumpkin Bucatini Carbonara — pancetta, carbonara sauce & pumpkin purée
Plus: Your choice of Pinot Grigio or Pinot Noir
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It’s the ultimate Italian fall comfort-food combo — and at $30, a pretty tasty excuse to treat yourself.
Celebrate Fleet Week with one of the best views in the Bay Area! Head to Cavallo Point in Sausalito on Sunday, October 11th for its annual Fleet Week BBQ By The Bay, and feast on a mouthwatering BBQ spread while watching the Blue Angels soar over the Golden Gate Bridge.
The afternoon feast includes beer-braised BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, grilled organic chicken with smoky BBQ sauce, three-cheese mac & cheese, buttered corn on the cob, cheddar buttermilk biscuits, seasonal salads, strawberry shortcake and more. Beer and wine will also be available for purchase.
Adding to the festivities, Alex Kelly & Friends will provide live music throughout the afternoon. And it’s family-friendly, too—a special kids’ menu features mini cheeseburgers, hot dogs, mac & cheese and more, plus every child’s ticket includes a kite to fly on the nearby Parade Ground while waiting for the airshow.
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Tickets: $85 adults • $30 children 12 & under
** Complimentary self-parking; valet parking also available.
After a hugely successful event last year, The Great Closet Cleanout returns to the Mill Valley Community Center this fall! This community clothing and costume exchange is your chance to clear out gently used items you no longer need, then come back and find some fresh additions for your wardrobe — completely free!
On Friday, October 9, head to the Mill Valley Community Center to browse the donated collection and take home some new-to-you finds for yourself or the whole family. Everything is FREE, and you don't need to donate anything in order to participate.
And stick around afterward for a free outdoor screening of Disney/Pixar's Coco — a perfect way to cap off the evening!
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of food, drinks and art on Saturday, October 17th at the 4th annual A Toast to Sausalito!
Enjoy a beer, wine & spirits festival with a diverse selection of beverages, artist competitions showcasing the creative works of local artists, and an array of local vendors and merchants. Groove to live musical acts and engage with a variety of performances on their interactive stage throughout the day.
This event is free. Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival sampling wristbands are available for purchase for $45 - $55. This includes unlimited sampling from 50+ vendors and a commemorative sampling glass!
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Admission is Free
The San Anselmo Arts Commission presents: Moving Pictures: Do It. See It. Speak It - an International Dance Film Series pairing extraordinary dance films with interactive introductions by four Bay Area master dance artists.
MOVING PICTURES: Do It. See It. Speak It invites audiences to experience dance before simply watching it.
Do it: a Bay Area master dance artist offers an interactive introduction to their movement tradition, sharing gestures, ideas, and embodied knowledge.
See it: the audience then watches a film through this new lens.
Talk it: a short audience talk-back brings the audience together to explore the film, its themes, and the cultural traditions behind it. From flamenco and Kathak to jazz, ballet, and Indigenous dance traditions, each program offers a fresh way to experience dance, cinema, and the artists who bring these traditions to life.
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Free Admission (RSVP required)
The Hops & Vines (& Spirits) Stroll returns for its sixth year to downtown San Rafael on Saturday, October 17th.
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon sampling the finest local beer, wine, spirits, and cider inside participating shops along 4th Street. Discover unique flavors, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, and explore the heart of the city while tasting your way through a wide variety of craft beverages. Participants will receive a glass and a map with all the different tasting locations. Please note: this is a tasting event and may include snacks at some locations, but attendees are encouraged to enjoy food from one of the nearby eateries after the event.
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Tickets: $35 (advance); $45 (day of the event)
** The on-site ticket booth will be located in the City Plaza at Court Street, 1000 Fourth Street. For added convenience, a cable car shuttle will be running up and down 4th Street.
A Taste of Hope is ExtraFood’s signature fundraising event, bringing together great food, cocktails, live entertainment and inspiring stories for an unforgettable afternoon at Marin Country Mart.
On October 18th, Top Chef alum David Murphy and culinary partner Kayla Abe, co-founders of San Francisco’s celebrated restaurant Shuggie’s, will transform rescued ingredients from ExtraFood into inventive and delicious bites — proving that fighting food waste can taste pretty amazing.
More than just a fundraiser, A Taste of Hope is a chance for friends, neighbors and food lovers to come together, sip cocktails, enjoy live entertainment and hear inspiring stories about the impact of food rescue in our community. Guests will also have the chance to bid on exciting auction experiences. Best of all, every ticket supports ExtraFood’s mission to rescue good food and get it to people who need it across the Bay Area, helping fight hunger while keeping perfectly good food from going to waste. So come hungry, bring your friends, and enjoy an afternoon that tastes even better because it supports a great cause.
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Tickets: $130 (before Sept. 18th); $150 (after Sept. 18th)
