What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 05/01/26
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Friday, May 1
Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy – San Francisco
Goodnight Farm (Free) – Berkeley
Kids Night at Swings & Wings – Alameda
Free First Friday at the San Mateo County History Museum (Free) – Redwood City
Saturday, May 2
Mission Kids Spring Fiesta (Free) ~ San Francisco, May 2Join the families of Mission Kids Preschool for a Spring Fiesta Block Party on Treat Avenue between 22nd and 23rd streets in the Mission on Saturday May 2nd from 10am-1pm. Right across from Niños Unidos Park. There will be games, live music, puppet shows, martial arts classes from ABADÁ Capoeira, live animals from Tree Frog Treks, a bake sale, delicious food and more activities for the whole family! All are welcome.
Multicultural Festival (Free) ~ Mountain ViewImmerse yourself in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere filled with captivating performances and engaging exhibits showcasing international cultures.
Spring Farm Tour at Deer Hollow Farm ~ CupertinoBring the family for an up close meeting the with the farm’s resident sheep, cows, pigs, goats, chicken, ducks and rabbits. Explore the farm, garden, and orchard. Enjoy craft activities.
Family Nature Day (Free) – Tiburon
Science Day of Discovery – Lafayette
Cal Sailing Open House (Free) – Berkeley
Family Fun Run – Newark
Planetarium Shows – Cupertino
Science Saturdays – Capitola
Sunday, May 3
Hillside Festival (Free) ~ El CerritoEl Cerrito’s 12th Annual Hillside Festival on May 2–3 is back with a mix of old favorites and brand new hikes and events. More than a dozen events will entertain and educate both young and old about the plants, animals, geology and history of El Cerrito’s 100-acre natural wonderland, the Hillside Natural Area. Events especially for young people include the ever-popular Nature Scavenger Hunt with prizes and Insect Exploration. We’ll end the festival with snacks and bluegrass music by El Cerrito-based Fresh Picked band. All events are free!
Pete the Cat the Musical ~ San FranciscoEnjoy a purrrrfect day with your favorite mischievous and musical cat, Pete! This family friendly musical is bound to have you leaving the theater singing your favorite song and dancing out the door.
Family Math Fest (Free) – San Francisco
Ada Twist, Scientist and Friends – Santa Rosa
The Emperor’s New Clothes by Fantasy Forum – Walnut Creek
Teacher Appreciation Kits – Lafayette
🏟️ BAY AREA HOME SPORTS — THIS WEEKEND (May 1–3, 2026)
⚽ MLS
San Jose Earthquakes
📍 PayPal Park
📅 Saturday, May 2
✔️ ONLY confirmed major men’s pro home game in the Bay this weekend

🎬 NEW MOVIES — OPENING THIS WEEKEND
🎭 Major Wide Releases
The Devil Wears Prada 2 (PG-13)
Comedy / Drama
Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway return
🎬 Family / Animated
Animal Farm (PG)
Animated adaptation of George Orwell’s novel
😱 Horror / Thriller
Hokum (R)
Supernatural horror set in Ireland
🎤 BAY AREA CONCERTS — THIS WEEKEND
🎶 SAN FRANCISCO
Khruangbin
📍 Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
📅 Saturday
Indie / psychedelic funk
Chelsea Wolfe
📍 The Fillmore
📅 Friday
Dark folk / experimental
🎶 OAKLAND / EAST BAY
E-40
📍 Fox Theater Oakland
📅 Saturday
Bay Area hip-hop
Lake Street Dive
📍 Greek Theatre Berkeley
📅 Sunday
Soul / pop
🎶 SOUTH BAY (SAN JOSE AREA)
Juanes
📍 SAP Center
📅 Friday
Latin pop / rock
🎶 PENINSULA
Jason Mraz
📍 Mountain Winery
📅 Sunday
🌿 EAST BAY (BERKELEY / OAKLAND AREA)
Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour
📍 East Bay (multiple homes/gardens)
📅 Saturday & Sunday
✔️ One of the biggest spring community events — self-guided tour of native plant gardens
🌉 SAN FRANCISCO
Neighborhood Pop-Up Markets & Street Fairs
📍 Mission District / Sunset / SoMa (varies by day)
📅 Saturday & Sunday
✔️ Smaller local vendor fairs, food trucks, artisan booths (typical rotating weekend markets across SF)
Fort Mason Center Weekend Market
📍 Fort Mason
📅 Sunday
✔️ Makers, food vendors, crafts
🛍️ PENINSULA
Redwood City Courthouse Square Events
📍 Redwood City
📅 Friday–Sunday
✔️ Live music + outdoor community gathering vibe
🎪 SOUTH BAY
San Jose Flea Market (Weekend Festival Vibe)
📍 San Jose
📅 Saturday & Sunday
✔️ Huge open-air market — food, vendors, family-friendly atmosphere





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