TOP PICKS

October's Best Bets & Fêtes

Here are our picks for fab food and fun!

Our Top Picks

Recommendation  #1
Novato Theater Company

Novato Theater Company proudly presents the next in their popular series of Comedy Festivals. Get ready for two nights of the Bay Area's best stand-up talent, hosted by John Griffin.

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Friday's line-up: Matt Gubser, Butch Escobar, Emily Rudolph, Paul Conyers, Marcus Howard

Saturday's line-up: Luke Soin, Duat Mai, Steven Asifo, Jon Lehre, Gina Stahl-Haven

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Tickets: $25 per night; $40 for both nights

(wine and beer will be available for purchase)

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HOURS:
Friday & Saturday, October 11 - 12: 8pm - 10pm
Recommendation #2

Sonoma County Harvest Fair's Taste, Toast & Celebrate! event is this Saturday! Dust off your best cocktail-party attire and get ready to join the festivities at Grace Pavilion at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa.

This fresh and inspired celebration will feature medal-winning wines from well-known beloved wineries along with exciting up and coming producers. Locally made bites from newcomers to Sonoma County’s rich and diverse culinary landscape will also be on full display.

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Tickets$80 (includes parking)

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 12th: 6pm - 9pm
Recommendation #3
Bon Air Greenbrae

The Bon Air Invitational Car Show returns to Marin on Saturday, October 12th. 

This FREE day-long festival showcases more than 100 vintage American vehicles – classic coupes, roadsters, trucks, family and muscle cars from Chevy, Ford, Cadillac, Pontiac, LaSalle, Mercury and more.

There will be live music, entertainment for the little ones, and food & sidewalk specials. It promises to be fun for the whole family!

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 12th: 10am - 4pm
Recommendation #4
Visit Novato

Nostalgia Days returns to Downtown Novato this weekend!

With classic rock ‘n roll floating in the air, thousands of visitors come to admire vehicles of all types (classic cars, hot rods and kustoms). On Friday evening, cheer for the police escorted Hot Rod Cruise as it makes its way down Grant Avenue.

On Saturday, guests can enjoy cold beer and yummy cocktails as they walk the show! A DJ will be spinning your favorite tunes from the 50s, and Mitch Polzak and The Royal Deuces will take the stage (1pm - 4pm) performing rockabilly + 60’s country with the fervor of Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash.

The afternoon is capped off with a full slate of awards given to the best in each category as well as cash prizes for Best in Show and the People’s Choice. 

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Friday, October 11th: 5pm - 7pm; Saturday, October 12th: 10am - 4pm; Live Music: 1pm - 4pm
Recommendation #5
Cavallo Point

Cavallo Point is firing up the BBQ for Fleet Week! As the spectacular Blue Angels soar through the skies for their annual air show, indulge in a mouthwatering array of grilled delights while enjoying live music from Tim Weed & Friends.

Menu:

Pulled Beer-Braised BBQ Pork - with brioche buns

Grilled Organic Chicken - smoky bbq sauce

Black Eyed Pea Stew

Three Cheese Mac and Cheese - parmesan, cheddar, gruyere

Buttered Corn on the Cob

Baby Kale and Little Gem Caesar 

Roasted Butternut Squash and Cauliflower Salad 

Shaved Apple and Fennel Cole Slaw

Buttermilk Biscuits

Watermelon Slices

Strawberry Shortcakes

** Wine and beer available for purchase

Kid's Menu:

Yankee Doodle Hot Dog; All American Mini-Cheeseburger; Macaroni and Cheese; Corn on the Cob; Watermelon; Potato Chips; and Lemonade

Tickets: $85 (Adults); $30 (Kids)

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HOURS:
Sunday, October 13th: 12pm - 3pm
Recommendation #6
Piazza D'Angelo

Join Piazza D'Angelo on Thursday, October 17th for a mouthwatering 4-course dinner paired with Italy's most unique wines. Jason Chietti (VP of Siena Imports) will be on hand to talk about all the featured vino.

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Sienna Imports Wine Dinner Menu:

Antipasto: Hamachi Crudo - peaches, pineapple, cucumer

-- Paired with Casale del Giglio Biancolella 2022

1st Course: Saffron Risotto - clams, bottarga

-- Paired with Montecicogna Chiaretto di Moniga 'Sici" 2023

-- Poderi Parpinello Monica di Sardegna Superiore 2021

2nd Course: Brasato al Barolo - short ribs, creamy truffle polenta

-- Paired with Casina Bric Barolo Riserva 'Bricco delle Viole' 2016

-- Tenuta del Meriggio Tarasi Riserva 2015

Dessert: Bomboloni - Italian doughnuts, chocolate sauce

-- Paired with Luigi Arnulfo Barolo Chinato

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Tickets: $110 per person (not including tax and gratuity) 

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HOURS:
Thursday, October 17th: 6:30pm - 9pm
Recommendation #7
The City of Sausalito

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of food, drinks and art on Saturday, October 19th at the 2nd 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.

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This event is free for all to attend.

Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival sampling wristbands: $45 - $55 (includes unlimited sampling from 50+ vendors + commemorative glass)

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 19th: 1pm - 5pm
Recommendation #8
Sausalito Center for the Arts

On Saturday, Oct. 26th, join the Sausalito Center for the Arts for an evening of Milagros & Memories! This unforgettable Día de los Muertos celebration is where tradition meets festivity in a vibrant night of music, dance, and culinary delights.

Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere where you can create beautiful memories with your loved ones. Indulge in delicious Mexican food, drinks, music, and art as you celebrate through the night. Illusionist Jay Alexander will be your Master of Ceremonies.

Come dressed in your best Day of the Dead attire! Face painting stations will be available to help you perfect your look. Don't miss out on this night of celebration, culture, and community in support of the Sausalito Center For The Arts.

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Tickets: $135.23

(Proceeds benefit the Sausalito Center for the Arts)

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 26th: 5pm - 8pm
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