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What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 05/02/25


Quick overview of event this weekend.

Friday, May 2

First Friday at CuriOdyssey ~ San MateoSwing 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!

Park Ranger Campfire Talk (Free) – San Francisco

Legally Blonde Jr – Pleasanton

Friday at The History Museum (Free) – Redwood City

Friday Fun: Diamond Painting (Free) – San Jose

San Francisco Giants - San Francisco

Golden State Warriors - San Francisco


Saturday, May 3

Science Day of Discovery ~ LafayetteMake a volcano explode, shoot a rocket, make slime, dig for dinosaur bones, and test your senses! These are just a few of the many hands-on activities at the 48th annual Lafayette Nursery School Science Day. Experiments are designed for children preschool age through third grade. It’s a great experience for the whole family, and all proceeds benefit a local math or science-based charity.

de Youngsters Day Out (Free) – San Francisco

Slavic Festival – San Francisco

A Day at The Ranch – Pt. Reyes Station

Percussion Discussion – Walnut Creek

Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon

May Fete Parade – Palo Alto

Environmental Center Open House (Free) – Cupertino

Kids Day – Santa Cruz

S.F. Public Library: May the Fourth Activities

The library has family-friendly events scheduled including a “Star Wars”-focused party, starfighter craft activity and a film screening. 

3 p.m. Saturday, May 3; 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free. At various S.F. Public Library branches. 415-557-4400. www.sfpl.org/events

San Francisco Giants - San Francisco


Sunday, May 4

El Cerrito Hillside Festival (Free) ~ El CerritoThere’s something for everyone at the El Cerrito Hillside Festival, with more than a dozen hikes in the Hillside Natural Area. All of our events are family friendly, and some are especially for young people – including the ever-popular Nature Scavenger Hunt (photos only; no collecting) and Insect Hike.

Marin Irish Festival – San Rafael

Math Quest (Free) – San Francisco

Glider Discovery Day – San Carlos

Mother’s Day Tea – Redwood City

Riparian Habitat Tour – Cupertino

S.F. Public Library: May the Fourth Activities

The library has family-friendly events scheduled including a “Star Wars”-focused party, starfighter craft activity and a film screening. 

3 p.m. Saturday, May 3; 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free. At various S.F. Public Library branches. 415-557-4400. www.sfpl.org/events

San Francisco Giants - San Francisco

San Jose Barracuda - San Jose


MOVIES THIS WEEKEND:

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A world without Avengers doesn't mean there's not a group of superheroes. There is a group and they're called the Thunderbolts. A group of supervillains from the MCU are recruited to go on missions for the government.

Florence Pugh, Lewis Pullman, Sebastian Stan, Olga Kurylenko, David Harbour, Wyatt Russell, Geraldine Viswanathan, Kevin Feige


Experience a hairy tale of horror with a comic twist. Ranger Brody believes looking after his teenage niece and nephew will be the biggest challenge of the summer until his brand-new campground is turned into a den of terror by a massive mutant rat. Years of dumping toxic waste into the land have created a monstrous rodent with a taste for blood, and now it’s up to a reluctant band of warriors to exterminate the beast.

Felissa Rose, Caleb Thomas, Vincent M. Ward, Scott C. Roe, David Sheridan, Kelly Lynn Reite, Cece Kelly


May the fourth


Clusterfunk Presents: Star Wars DJ Paint Party

“Star Wars” enthusiasts are invited to dress up, craft fan art with assistance available from artist guide, and enjoy live DJ sets, beer and food truck options.  

5-8 p.m. Saturday, May 3. $25-$35, reservations recommended. Parliament Brewing, 5865 Labath Ave., Rohnert Park.  707-536-1314‬. www.clusterfunkstudios.com


Princess: ‘Star Wars’ — May the Third

Lisa Frankenstein will host a disco dance party featuring live DJ sets and a drag show paying tribute to favorite “Star Wars” characters. Costumes are highly encouraged.

9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3. $15-$17.40, reservations recommended. Club Oasis, 298 11th St., S.F. 415-795-3180. www.sfoasis.com


Lark Theater ‘Star Wars’ Triple Feature

Larkspur’s elegant movie house will offer all-day screenings featuring episodes four through six of the “Star Wars” film saga. 

8:30 and 11 a.m., 1:30, 4, 6:30 and 9 p.m. Sunday, May 4. $7-$16.25, reservations recommended. Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur. 415-924-5111. www.larktheater.net


May the Fourth Be With You Bingo Brunch

Join a bingo event with a “Star Wars”-themed brunch and cocktails. Dress as your favorite character and enter a costume contest for a chance to win galactic goodies.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free. Britannia Arms Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expy., San Jose. 408-266-0550. www.britanniaarms.com


Five Little Monkeys Star Wars Day Lego craft

Young and young at heart can head to any of the local toy store’s eight locations and make a Millennium Falcon modeled out of Lego blocks to bring home. 

11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sunday, May 4. $5. Five Little Monkeys shops in Albany, Berkeley, Novato, Corte Madera, Lafayette, Pleasanton and Burlingame. www.5littlemonkeys.com


Contra Costa ‘Star Wars’ puppy yoga and adoption event

Learn about pet adoption and foster opportunities, observe a trick training workshop and do yoga with the dogs in a “Star Wars”-themed event. Costumes are encouraged.

12:30-2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free, reservations recommended. The Hub Pack, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon. 828-482-7225. www.thehubpack.com


May the Fourth Be With You: ‘Star Wars’ trivia

Assemble a crew with 2-4 teammates and show off your knowledge of all things Jedi while competing for galactic prizes at this Geeks Who Drink-hosted “Star Wars” trivia event. Costumes are encouraged, and bonus points may be awarded for style in addition to trivia acumen. 

1-3 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free. Tipsy Putt, 5690 Bay St., Emeryville. 510-356-8222. www.tipsyputt.com

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Four-Star Theater weekend ‘Star Wars’ trilogy screenings

Spend your weekend enjoying the full classic film trilogy in a classic San Francisco cinema house. Screenings include “Episode IV – A New Hope,” “Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back” and “Episode VI – Return of the Jedi.”

1, 4 and 7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, May 3-4. $12.50-$15, reservations recommended. The 4 Star Theater, 2200 Clement St., S.F. 415-418-6712. www.4-star-movies.com


Market at the Marina: Star Wars Day

Enjoy some galactic fun with a vending marketplace featuring “Star Wars”-themed merchandise, food, drinks and more. Dress up as your favorite characters and compete for prizes at a costume contest.

1-6 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free admission. Rodeo Marina, 13 Pacific Ave., Rodeo. www.thewaterfrontrodeo.com


May the Fourth Beer With You

Japantown San Jose will host a “Star Wars”-themed beer walk. Ticket includes unlimited beer samples and a custom glass. In addition, there will be “Star Wars”-themed cocktails and film screenings at 7 Bamboo and participating venues. Proceeds benefit the San Jose Japantown Business Association and Cultural Society. 

1:30-5 p.m. Sunday, May 4. $45-$60.54, reservations recommended. Japantown, 195 E. Taylor St., San Jose. www.7bamboo.com/events


May the Fourth Be With You: A Star Wars Celebration

Enjoy a “Death Star Drag Show” hosted by Thee Pristine Condition that’s set to include performances from Mama Dora, Kelly Rose, Christina Ashton, Andalay Andaley and Olivia Hart. Live intergalactic dance music from DJ Dank, go-go dancers, cosmic drink specials and more are part of the scheduled mix. Dress up as a favorite “Star Wars” character for a costume contest and celebrate a rebel alliance together with local Jedis, wookies, siths and androids.

4-8 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Free admission. Cinch Saloon, 1723 Polk St., S.F. 415-776-4162. www.facebook.com/thecinchsaloon


Dads and Disco: May the Fourth party

Celebrate with your favorite Vaders at an evening event set to include bowling, disco, “Star Wars”-themed cocktails, food, a cosplay contest, and live DJ sets from Booty Juice and Faster Kill Faster.

6-9 p.m. Sunday, May 4. $12-$15, reservations recommended. Mission Bowling Club, 3176 17th St., S.F. 415-863-2695. www.missionbowlingclub.com


Get It?! Gameshow: May the Fourth Be With You

Stand-up comedian Joe Klocek is scheduled to host a night of comedy and three rounds of competitive trivia. 

7 p.m. Sunday, May 4. $23-$34, reservations recommended. Cobb’s Comedy Club,915 Columbus Ave., S.F. 415-928-4320. www.cobbscomedy.com/shows


‘Star Wars’ theme dueling pianos

Enjoy an entertaining night of live music as two pianists face off in a high-energy musical duel, with costumes, singing and dancing along encouraged.

7:30-10:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4. $16-$22.11, reservations recommended. The Silver Lining Piano Bar, 1414 16th St., Sacramento.  www.916silverlining.com


May the Fourth Be With You: ‘Star Wars’ Burlesque and Variety Show

North Bay Cabaret’s annual show features aliens, androids, queens and Jedis performing as part of an over-the-top “Star Wars”-themed program. The event is set to include a costume contest, photo booth, a DJ dance party straight out of Mos Eisley Cantina, interactive lightsaber games and more. Performers scheduled include Jamie DeWolf, Cybil Unrest, Qu’in de la Noche, Velvet Thorn, MC Jake Ward and others. 

8 p.m. Saturday, May 4. $29-$400, reservations recommended. Mystic Theatre, 23 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma. 707-765-2121. www.northbayevents.com





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