What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 02/20/26

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Friday, February 20

Once Upon a Mattress by Children’s Theater Association – San Francisco

Goodnight Moon by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto

Saturday, February 21

Lunar New Year Celebration (Free) ~ San FranciscoThrive City will ring in the Year of the Horse with a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 21 from noon to 3 p.m. Set the tone for a year of luck and prosperity and enjoy delicious culinary delights, family-friendly arts and crafts, and special cultural performances from Nguyen Dance Company, Korean Culture Center Urisawe, and more. The event will also feature a special Warriors-themed Horse statue for photo opportunities. Hi-res images from last year’s event HERE

Lunar New Year Community Day (Free) ~ San JoseWelcome the Year of the Horse, with artmaking activities, cultural demonstrations, and live performances. This contemporary celebration honors Lunar New Year traditions commemorated around the globe and here in San José. Explore and create with family and friends in this multigenerational event.

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco

Family Art Making at de Young Museum – San Francisco

Lunar New Year at OMCA – Oakland

Planetarium Shows – Cupertino

Science Saturdays – Capitola

Birdhouse Craft at Lowes (Free) – Several locations

Sunday, February 22

Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center ~ SausalitoJoin us at The Marine Mammal Center to learn about a variety of marine science topics the second and fourth Sunday of each month. These interactive presentations hosted by our award-winning educators feature multimedia, pictures, video and more to share the stories of amazing marine mammals. After the program, explore our hospital and visitor center to learn more about what we’re doing to save animals along the California coast and beyond, and how you can help.

Super Soccer Stars Free Demo Trial Class for ages 1-10 (Free) ~ American CanyonDon’t let this amazing opportunity slip away! Give your child the chance to try our popular soccer program, where they can learn new skills and experience the pure joy of play. Our engaging classes are designed to be fun and confidence-boosting for kids of all levels. It’s the perfect activity to get children moving, making new friends in a supportive, energetic environment. Join us to make memories and kick-start a lifelong love for soccer!

Good Night Farm (Free) – Berkeley

Assemble Hygiene Kits for Families in Need – Lafayette

Lunar New Year Celebration (Free) – San Ramon

Animal Feeding at Ardenwood – Fremont

Sundays at Hagemann Ranch – Livermore

Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto

Lunar New Year Festival (Free) – Milpitas

🏀 NBA – Golden State Warriors (Chase Center, San Francisco)

Sun – Feb 22• Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets — 12:30 PM at Chase Center.

This is the primary Bay Area professional league game this weekend.

⚾ Baseball Spring Activities (Collegiate & Minor League)

Although MLB spring training games are occurring regionally this weekend (not in the Bay Area), college baseball teams based locally have game action: • Cal State Fullerton at Stanford Cardinal Baseball — Fri & Sat (Feb 20–21) at Klein Field in Stanford.• UC Davis at Santa Clara Broncos Baseball — Fri (Feb 20) at Stephen Schott Stadium in Santa Clara.

(These aren’t MLB games, but they are high-level baseball competitions in the region.)

🏀 College Basketball & Other Local High-Level Sports

• California Golden Bears (Men’s) vs. Stanford — Sat, Feb 21, 3:00 PM at Haas Pavilion, Berkeley.

The San Jose Barracuda play in the American Hockey League (AHL) and are the Bay Area’s professional minor-league hockey club affiliated with the NHL’s Sharks. Their schedule around this weekend is as follows:

📅 Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 — Barracuda vs. Calgary Wranglers⏱️ 6:00 PM at Tech CU Arena, San Jose

🎥 New Wide Releases

I Can Only Imagine 2 – Inspirational drama sequel continuing the true-story journey of MercyMe singer Bart Millard.
Psycho Killer – Thriller/horror about a relentless murderer and the officer pursuing them.
How To Make a Killing – Dark comedy-thriller with Glen Powell scheming for family inheritance.

New Streaming Options

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple – Post-apocalyptic horror sequel.
No Other Choice – South Korean thriller on major VOD platforms.
The Dreadful – Gothic thriller (also mentioned on VOD guides).
Kennedy (ZEE5) – Neo-noir crime thriller.
Pavane (Netflix) – Tender Korean romance.
Heated Rivalry (Lionsgate Play) – Sports drama.

Friday, Feb 20 & Saturday, Feb 21

Live show featuring The Pains of Being Pure at Heart at Rickshaw Stop (SF) — part of Noise Pop Festival events.
Sam Smith performances ongoing at Castro Theatre (multiple days including this weekend).
Steve Aoki show listed for Feb 20 (likely at a major downtown venue).
Bambu performing Fri, Feb 20 & Sat, Feb 21 at Neck of the Woods.

🎶 Additional Live Music & Events

Bay Area music calendars list many smaller shows and live sets this weekend in local venues — genres including jazz, indie, electronic, and experimental:

🎧 Venues with Weekend Shows

Great American Music Hall – Historic SF concert hall with intimate performances.
The Chapel – Valencia Street live music spot with varied lineups.
The Independent – Popular SF venue for bands, DJs, and concerts.
Brick & Mortar Music Hall – Mission District space with local & national acts.
Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley) – Classic venue for roots, jazz, and rock shows.
Alternative Music Foundation (Gilman) – Punk & DIY music hub in Berkeley.
The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall (Berkeley) – Larger touring acts and festivals.

Festivals & Street Fairs This Weekend

Bay Area Cultural & Seasonal Events

2026 San Jose Lunar New Year “Tết Festival” — Multi-day celebration with cultural performances, food, vendors, and family activities running Feb 20–22, 2026 across San Jose.
San Francisco Noise Pop Festival — Part of the city’s annual indie music fest with performances at venues across SF. Ongoing through early March with many shows this weekend.
Red Bull Showrun San Francisco — F1 cars and motorsport spectacle on Marina Boulevard on Saturday (Feb 21).

Community & Street Festival Spots (ongoing or local ongoing series)

San Francisco Street Food Night Market – Night food market with local vendors, great street eats & music.
Tulipmania – Spring floral display on Pier 39 (seasonal attraction).
Bay Area Dumpling Festival – (Check local calendars for exact weekend dates.)
Renegade Craft Fair – Artisan and handmade market at Fort Mason Pavilion.

🪩 Special Celebrations & Parades

Black Joy Parade — A Fairs + Festivals cultural event with music and community celebration on Sun, Feb 22 on 14th Street & Broadway.

Featured Events

Super Soccer Stars Free Demo Trial Class for ages 1-10 (Free) ~ San Francisco, Peninsula, East & South Bay, January 31 – February 23Don’t let this amazing opportunity slip away! Give your child the chance to try our popular soccer program, where they can learn new skills and experience the pure joy of play. Our engaging classes are designed to be fun and confidence-boosting for kids of all levels. It’s the perfect activity to get children moving, making new friends in a supportive, energetic environment. Join us to make memories and kick-start a lifelong love for soccer!

Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center ~ Sausalito, February 22Join us at The Marine Mammal Center to learn about a variety of marine science topics the second and fourth Sunday of each month. These interactive presentations hosted by our award-winning educators feature multimedia, pictures, video and more to share the stories of amazing marine mammals. After the program, explore our hospital and visitor center to learn more about what we’re doing to save animals along the California coast and beyond, and how you can help.

First Friday at CuriOdyssey ~ San Mateo, March 6Swing into the weekend with science, animals, music, food trucks, and fun! On the first Friday of every month, from 5 PM until 8 PM, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey. Dance to some of your favorite hits, while enjoying animal presentations and science activities. Activities and programs are different each time, so make it a monthly tradition.

February 2026 (also see Lunar New Year Celebrations)Once Upon a Mattress by Children’s Theater Association – San Francisco, January 24-February 28

Goodnight Moon by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, January 28-February 22

Disney on Ice – San Jose, February 19-22

Kids Night at Swings & Wings – Alameda, February 20

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, February 21

Family Art Making at de Young Museum – San Francisco, February 21

Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy – San Francisco, February 21

Lunar New Year at OMCA – Oakland, February 21

Lunar New Year Lion Dance (Free) – Oakland, February 21

Lunar New Year at SJMA – San Jose, February 21

Birdhouse Craft at Lowes (Free) – Several locations, February 21

Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, February 21, 22Planetarium Shows – Cupertino, February 21, 28