What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 06/26/26
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Friday, June 26
Dinos Alive Immersive Experience ~ OaklandTravel back millions of years for an epic adventure through the age of dinosaurs! Encounter life-size animatronic giants, from swift Velociraptors to the mighty T-Rex, and explore immersive prehistoric environments that bring the Jurassic era roaring to life. Perfect for families, kids, and dinosaur fans of all ages, this unforgettable experience combines thrills, discovery, and hands-on fun in one larger-than-life adventure.
Circus Bella (Free) – San Francisco
Telescope Viewing at Chabot (Free) – Oakland
Movies in the Park: Jurassic World Rebirth (Free) – Berkeley
Starlight Movies In The Park : The Aristocats (Free) – Alameda
Picnic Flix: A Minecraft Movie (Free) – Dublin
Pastimes of the Past – Livermore
Little Explorers Petting Zoo (Free) – San Jose
Saturday, June 27
Cereal Cinema ~ OaklandClassic cartoons & all-you-can-eat cereal at the New Parkway Theater.
Alameda County Fair ~ PleasantonEnjoy rides, concerts, movie nights, and drone shows.
Gabby’s Dollhouse Fairylandia Tour – San Francisco
Insect Party (Free) – Berkeley
Carquinez Model Railroad Society Open House – Crockett
Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon
ComicCon (Free) – Livermore
Campfire: Bald Eagles (Free) – Castro Valley
Dinosaur Puppet and Magic Show (Free) – San Jose
Science Saturdays – Capitola
Sunday, June 28
Marine Science Sundays ~ SausalitoThis month is all about celebrating the sea lion. Let’s look at some of the diversity of sea lions around the world and what makes them super special. Join us as we explore the big, the small, the weird, and everything in between!
Bubble Bonanza ~ San CarlosDiscover a hands-on exploration of water, air, and the world of bubbles! Bubble Bonanza harnesses the science of surface tension to create the most hands-on of all hands-on experiences – bubbles! Visit multiple outdoor stations and experiment with bubble shapes, sizes, and colors. Included with Museum admission.
Sundays at the Asian Art Museum – San Francisco
Storytime Science for Kids – San Francisco
Cal Sailing Open House (Free) – Berkeley
Sundays at Hagemann Ranch (Free) – Livermore
Tales of the Arabian Nights – Palo Alto
Pinocchio by CMTSJ – San Jose
Latest Movies Playing This Weekend
Friday, June 26 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
Movie | Rating | Best For | Notes |
Supergirl | PG-13 | Big superhero / comic-book crowd | New this weekend and the biggest new wide release. |
Jackass: Best and Last | R | Adults / comedy stunt fans | New this weekend; not for kids. |
Couture | R | Adult drama / Angelina Jolie fans | New wide release this weekend. |
Peter Asher: Everywhere Man | Not listed here | Music/documentary fans | New wide release this weekend. |
Toy Story 5 | PG | Families / kids / Pixar fans | Opened last weekend, still a major family pick. |
Bay Area Home Sports This Weekend
Friday, June 26 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
All times Pacific
Date | Team / Event | Matchup | Time | Location |
Fri 6/26 | SF Giants | Atlanta Braves at Giants | 7:15 PM | Oracle Park, SF |
Fri 6/26 | Golden State Valkyries | Atlanta Dream at Valkyries | 7:00 PM | Chase Center, SF |
Fri 6/26 | Oakland Ballers | Yuba-Sutter Freebirds at Ballers | 6:35 PM | Raimondi Park, Oakland |
Fri 6/26 | Major League Cricket | MI New York vs. Texas Super Kings / SF Unicorns vs. Seattle Orcas | 2:30 PM doubleheader | Oakland Coliseum |
Sat 6/27 | SF Giants | Atlanta Braves at Giants | 6:05 PM | Oracle Park, SF |
Sat 6/27 | Oakland Ballers | Yuba-Sutter Freebirds at Ballers | 4:35 PM | Raimondi Park, Oakland |
Sat 6/27 | Major League Cricket | MI New York vs. LA Knight Riders / Washington Freedom vs. Texas Super Kings | 2:30 PM doubleheader | Oakland Coliseum |
Sun 6/28 | SF Giants | Atlanta Braves at Giants | 1:05 PM | Oracle Park, SF |
Sun 6/28 | Golden State Valkyries | New York Liberty at Valkyries | 4:00 PM | Chase Center, SF |
Sun 6/28 | Oakland Ballers | Yuba-Sutter Freebirds at Ballers | 1:05 PM | Raimondi Park, Oakland |
Sun 6/28 | Major League Cricket | LA Knight Riders vs. Seattle Orcas / SF Unicorns vs. Washington Freedom | 2:30 PM doubleheader | Oakland Coliseum |
Bay Area Street Fairs & Festivals
Friday, June 26 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
Date | Event | Time | City / Location | Cost | Good For |
Fri–Sun 6/26–6/28 | Bay Bridge Creative Waterfront Craft Fair | 8 AM–6 PM | China Basin Park, San Francisco | Free | Local makers, crafts, waterfront walk |
Sat–Sun 6/27–6/28 | San Francisco Pride Celebration | 11 AM–6 PM | Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco | Free / donations | Big festival, music, community, parade weekend |
Sun 6/28 | San Francisco Pride Parade | Morning — arrive early | Market Street to Civic Center | Free | Biggest event of the weekend |
Sat 6/27 | Gumbo Social’s Bayview Block Party | 11 AM–5 PM | 3rd St. & Thornton Ave., SF | Free; food tour paid | Food, local vendors, Bayview community |
Sat 6/27 | LakeFest Oakland | 11 AM–7 PM | Lake Merritt / 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland | Ticketed | Music, food, culture, family activities |
Sat 6/27 | Hayward Latin Jazz Festival | 11 AM–7 PM | B St. & Main St., Downtown Hayward | Free | Live Latin jazz, food, makers |
Sat 6/27 | Oakland Juneteenth Celebration & Street Festival | 11 AM–6 PM | 925 Brockhurst St., Oakland | Free | Culture, food, DJs, youth zone |
Sat 6/27 | ComicCon Livermore | 11 AM–5 PM | Bankhead Theater / Plaza, Livermore | Free | Kids, families, comics, cosplay |
Sun 6/28 | Head West at State Street | 11 AM | State Street, Los Altos | Free | Outdoor artisan market / shopping |

The Randall Museum (always free) – San FranciscoThe Randall Museum is a museum of science, nature and the arts as well as a San Francisco Recreation and Park Department community learning center.
The San Francisco Zoo (select Wednesdays) – San FranciscoFree only for San Francisco residents on select Wednesdays.
Asian Art Museum (1st Sunday) – San FranciscoOn the first Sunday of each month, general admission is free and tickets to special exhibitions are offered at a discounted price of $15. Limited same-day, walk-up availability, so it’s highly recommended that you reserve your tickets in advance.
SFMOMA (select days) – San FranciscoSFMOMA offers regularly scheduled free days and guests 18 and younger always enjoy free admission to the museum. Visit sfmoma.org/free-days for upcoming dates and activities or sign up for their newsletter to be notified when new events, exhibitions, and activities are announced.
Museum of the African Diaspora (2nd Saturday) – San FranciscoContemporary art and artists of the African Diaspora.
Museum of Craft and Design (1st Thursday) – San FranciscoMCD showcases designers, makers and artists through an exciting and distinctive series of craft and design-focused exhibitions and public programs.
The de Young Museum (Tuesdays and Saturdays) – San FranciscoSaturdays free for Bay Area residents. Tuesdays free for all.
The Fine Arts Museum (Tuesdays and Saturdays) – San FranciscoSaturdays free for Bay Area residents. Tuesdays free for all.
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (Wednesdays) – San FranciscoThe cultural anchor of San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Gardens neighborhood with work that spans the realms of contemporary art, performance, film, civic engagement, and public life.
Conservatory of Flowers (1st Tuesday) – San FranciscoSet in a landmark building — the oldest public wood-and-glass conservatory in North America — the Conservatory of Flowers inspires awe and fascination with its rare and tropical plant collection.
San Francisco Botanical Garden (2nd Tuesday) – San FranciscoExplore 55 beautiful acres of landscaped gardens and open spaces that showcase more than 8,000 different kinds of plants from around the world.
Cable Car Museum (always free) – San FranciscoHouses a collection of historic cable cars, photographs, mechanical displays.
San Francisco Fire Department Museum (always free) – San FranciscoAs the museum is staffed by volunteers, it is best if you call 415-558-3546 after 1PM on the day of your visit to make sure it will be open.
The Marine Mammal Center (always free) – SausalitoTickets are free but must be reserved online in advance.
Bay Model Center (always free) – SausalitoThe model provides scientists, educators and visitors interested in San Francisco Bay and the Bay – Delta Model a unique opportunity to view the complete bay-delta system at a glance.
Oakland Museum of California (first Sunday) – OaklandEvery first Sunday of the month, admission to OMCA’s Galleries of California Art, History, Natural Sciences, and any Special Exhibitions in our Great Hall are free.
Telescope Viewing at Chabot (Fri & Sat evenings) – OaklandJoin Chabot astronomers on the Observatory Deck for a free telescope viewing! Weather permitting, this is a chance to explore stars, planets and more through Chabot’s historic telescopes.
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (1st Thursday) – BerkeleyAs part of the University of California, Berkeley, BAMPFA is committed to artistic diversity through its robust slate of art exhibitions, film screenings, artist talks, live performances, and educational programs that shed new light on the art of the past and connect audiences with leading filmmakers and artists of our time.
Richmond Art Center (always free) – RichmondOpportunities for adults, teens and kids to create, see and learn about art.
Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front Museum (always free) – RichmondEducational and interactive exhibits designed for visitors of all ages, offering insights into the significant impact of WWII on daily life.
San Mateo County History Museum (1st Friday) – Redwood CityFree admission to the History Museum 10AM – 4PM. Free Playing in the Past at 11AM. Free general tour at the History Museum at 2PM.
South Bay Historical Railroad Society Museum (always free) – Santa ClaraThe museum consists of three major areas: the historic buildings, railroad artifacts, and operating scale model displays. Open Tuesday evenings and Saturdays.
The Intel Museum (always free) – Santa ClaraGo behind the scenes in the high-tech world of California’s famed Silicon Valley. See what it’s like inside an ultra-clean, highly automated silicon chip factory, and connect with technologies that give us new ways to work, learn, play, and communicate. The Intel Museum is 10,000 square feet of fun, interactive learning for children and adults. Open Mondays through Friday, 9AM-5PM. Call 408-765-5050 to confirm the museum is open to the public, since they sometimes close for private events.
San Jose Museum of Art (First Friday after 6pm)Contemporary art in downtown San Jose. Occasional free community art days.
Home Depot Kids Workshop (1st Saturday) – all locationsJoin at 9AM on the First Saturday of every month.
Featured Events
Dinos Alive Immersive Experience ~ Oakland, through July 31Travel back millions of years for an epic adventure through the age of dinosaurs! Encounter life-size animatronic giants, from swift Velociraptors to the mighty T-Rex, and explore immersive prehistoric environments that bring the Jurassic era roaring to life. Perfect for families, kids, and dinosaur fans of all ages, this unforgettable experience combines thrills, discovery, and hands-on fun in one larger-than-life adventure.
Rhythmix in the Parks (Free) ~ Alameda, July 18Grab your chairs and blankets, pack a picnic lunch, and head outdoors for zydeco grooves. Playing with a force few can match, Grammy-nominated artist, Andre Thierry is “breaking accordion stereotypes”, merging traditional Créole and Zydeco music with contemporary influences of Blues, Funk, R&B, Jazz, and Rock. Get ready to dance and play along in this exuberant fun-filled family performance!
Alameda County Fair ~ Pleasanton, June 19 – July 12, 2026Enjoy rides, concerts, movie nights, drone shows and fireworks on June 19 and July 4.
Bubble Bonanza ~ San Carlos, June 28Discover a hands-on exploration of water, air, and the world of bubbles! Bubble Bonanza harnesses the science of surface tension to create the most hands-on of all hands-on experiences – bubbles! Visit multiple outdoor stations and experiment with bubble shapes, sizes, and colors. Included with Museum admission.
The Freight Community Education Festival (Free) ~ Berkeley, July 11Join The Freight’s Education team for a full day of FREE festivities on July 11th from 12-4:30pm. Celebrate our diverse array of programs with multiple workshops, a jam, and a Freight Singers mini concert. Festivities are open to the whole family and doors open at 11:00 AM.
Touch a Truck SF ~ San Francisco, September 19Touch a Truck SF is now in it’s third year as a big fundraiser for
Miraloma Cooperative Nursery School. At the event, kids get hands-on experience to sit in the seat, honk the horn (for the final hour), pretend to drive, and get up close and personal with your favorite vehicles, including police cars, school buses, diggers and more!
June 2026
(also see Outdoor Movie Nights)Tales of the Arabian Nights – Palo Alto, June 10-28
Family Pride Party (Free) – Fremont, June 23
Dinosaur Puppet and Magic Show (Free) – Sausalito, June 24
Pinocchio by CMTSJ – San Jose, June 24-28
Movies in the Park: Jurassic World Rebirth (Free) – Berkeley, June 26
Starlight Movies In The Park : The Aristocats (Free) – Alameda, June 26
Picnic Flix: A Minecraft Movie (Free) – Dublin, June 26
Circus Bella (Free) – San Francisco, June 26, 27
Cereal Cinema – Oakland, June 27
Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon, June 27
ComicCon (Free) – Livermore, June 27
Gabby’s Dollhouse Fairylandia Tour – San Francisco, June 27, 28
Carquinez Model Railroad Society Open House – Crockett, June 27, 28
Marine Science Sundays – Sausalito, June 28
Bubble Bonanza – San Carlos, June 28
Cal Sailing Open House (Free) – Berkeley, June 28
Sundays at Hagemann Ranch (Free) – Livermore, June 28
Save the Bees (Free) – Dublin, June 30
Dinosaur Puppet and Magic Show (Free) – Albany, June 30
July 2026
Marin County Fair – San Rafael, July 1-5
Animal Meet & Greet (Free) – Fremont, July 2
Soul4Kidz Music in the Park (Free) – Sausalito, July 2
Moonlight Movies: Captain America (Free) – Danville, July 3
First Friday at CuriOdyssey – San Mateo, July 3
Free First Friday at the San Mateo County History Museum (Free) – Redwood City, July 3San Jose Giants Fireworks Night – San Jose, July 3, 4
Circus Bella Circus in the Park (Free) – Menlo Park, July 4
Cereal Cinema – Oakland, July 4, 11, 18, 25
California Classic Fan Fest – San Francisco, July 5
Storytime with Anna at the Foster Museum (Free) – Palo Alto, July 5, 19
Circus Bella Circus in the Park (Free) – Oakland, July 9
Animal Meet & Greet (Free) – Fremont, July 9
Mariachi San Francisco (Free) – San Francisco, July 10
Outdoor Movie Night: Moana 2 (Free) – Antioch, July 10
Movies in the Park: Smurfs (Free) – Berkeley, July 10
Port of Oakland Harbor Tours (Free) – Oakland, July 10
Picnic Flix: How to Train Your Dragon (Free) – Dublin, July 10
Outdoor Movie Night: Elio (Free) – San Lorenzo, July 10
Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2 (Free) – Palo Alto, July 10
Sunset Cinema: A Minecraft Movie (Free) – Santa Clara, July 10
Movie Night: Zootopia 2 (Free) – Saratoga, July 10
Boardwalk Summer Luau – Santa Cruz, July 10, 17, 31
Newsies the Musical by CMTSJ – San Jose, July 10-19
Big Bubble Show (Free) – South San Francisco, July 11
Library Day at the New Farm (Free) – South San Francisco, July 11
Family Nature Adventures – Oakland, July 11
Waterfront Flicks: Gabby’s Dollhouse – Oakland, July 11
Kids Night Out at Color Me Mine – Alameda, July 11
Hanabi Judo Parent’s Night Out – Albany, July 11
Second Saturday at Gamble Garden (Free) – Palo Alto, July 11
2nd Saturdays on the Farm (Free) – Watsonville, July 11
Summer Camp Night at Gilroy Gardens – Gilroy, July 11-12
Family Day at Marin MOCA (Free) – San Rafael, July 12
Junior Zookeeper Experience – Walnut Creek, July 12
Into the Woods by Youth Stage – Berkeley, July 11-19
Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon, July 11, 18. 25
Magic with Mike Della Penna (Free) – Dublin, July 13
Golden Gate International Choral Festival – San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, July 13-18
Animal Puppet Show (Free) – Fremont, July 15
Wheels on the Bus – Palo Alto, July 15 – August 2
Movies in the Park: Zootopia (Free) – Orinda, July 16
Circus Bella Circus in the Park (Free) – San Francisco, July 17, 18, 19
Toishan Lions Dance Troupe (Free) – San Francisco, July 17
Blankets & Blockbusters: GOAT (Free) – San Francisco, July 17
Outdoor Movie Night: A Goofy Movie (Free) – Antioch, July 17
Movies on Main Street: A Minecraft Movie (Free) – Oakley, July 17
Summer Outdoor Movie Night: How To Train Your Dragon (Free) – Union City, July 17Field Day + Movie Night (Free) – South San Francisco, July 17
Family Flix: Zooptopia 2 (Free) – Hercules, July 17
Dive In Movie: The Little Mermaid – Alameda, July 17
Moonlight Movies: Lilo & Stitch (Free) – Danville, July 17
Picnic Flix: Zootopia 2 (Free) – Dublin, July 17
Daisy the Clown (Free) – Fremont, July 17
Family Movie Night: GOAT (Free) – Palo Alto, July 17
Movies on the Beach: Back to the Future (Free) – Santa Cruz, July 17
Apollo 11 Splashdown – Alameda, July 18
Movies in the Park: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (Free) – Oakland, July 18
Teddy Bear Picnic Day – Oakland, July 18
The Rhythm Builders: Fun with Drums (Free) – South San Francisco, July 18
Play Like a Miner (Free) – San Jose, July 18
Star Party – San Jose, July 18
Model Railroad Show – Walnut Creek, July 18, 19Circus Bella (Free) – San Francisco, July 19Sunday Streets – San Francisco, July 19Mariachi Festival – Newark, July 19Shiny Side Up Bicycle Show – San Jose, July 19Didgeridoo Down Under (Free) – Sausalito, July 20Wildlife Experience (Free) – Dublin, July 20
Michael Nguyen Magic Show (Free) – Albany, July 21
The Sound of Music by Broadway San Jose – San Jose, July 21-26
Reptile Show with Jungle James Animal Adventures (Free) – Sausalito, July 20
Storyteller Kirk Waller (Free) – Albany, July 22
Unique Derique (Free) – Sunnyvale, July 23
A Year with Frog and Toad by PYT – Mountain View, July 23-26
Rene y Familia (Free) – San Francisco, July 24
Outdoor Movie Night: The Parent Trp (Free) – Antioch, July 24
Starlight Movies In The Park: Back To The Future – Alameda, July 24
Movies in the Park: GOAT (Free) – Berkeley, July 24
Picnic Flix: Super Mario Galaxy (Free) – Dublin, July 24
San Jose Giants Fireworks Night – San Jose, July 24
Movie Nights in the Park: Elemental – San Jose, July 24
Movies on the Beach: A Minecraft Movie (Free) – Santa Cruz, July 24
Once Upon a Mattress – Half Moon Bay, July 24-August 19
Uncle Jer’s Traveling Bee Show (Free) – South San Francisco, July 25
Waterfront Flicks: ET – Oakland, July 25
Summer Sleepover at Children’s Fairyland – Oakland, July 25
Circus Bella Circus in the Park (Free) – Burlingame, July 25
Little Explorers Petting Zoo (Free) – Fremont, July 25
Circus Bella Circus in the Park (Free) – San Francisco, July 26
Sundays at Hagemann Ranch (Free) – Livermore, July 26
Kids Air Fair – San Carlos, July 29
Puppet Show from Wylding Wood (Free) – Sunnyvale, July 30
Unique Derique (Free) – San Francisco, July 31
Giants Slumber Party – San Francisco, July 31
Outdoor Movie Night: Holes (Free) – Antioch, July 31
Moonlight Movies: The Princess Bride (Free) – Danville, July 31
Family Movie Night: Hoppers (Free) – Palo Alto, July 31
Movies on the Beach: Jurassic Park (Free) – Santa Cruz, July 31
Bay Area Concerts This Weekend
Friday, June 26 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
All times Pacific
Date | Artist / Event | Time | Venue | City | Type |
Fri 6/26 | Khalid with Soulidified | 8:00 PM | Greek Theatre | Berkeley | Pop/R&B |
Fri 6/26 | Los Tucanes, El Fantasma y La Diferencia | Evening | Oakland Arena | Oakland | Regional Mexican |
Fri 6/26 | Dillstradamus — Dillon Francis B2B Flosstradamus, Henry Fong, Ookay | 8:00 PM | Fox Theater | Oakland | EDM / 18+ |
Fri 6/26 | Collective Soul with The Click Five | 7:30 PM | The Mountain Winery | Saratoga | Rock |
Fri 6/26 | Pomplamoose | 8:00 PM | The Fillmore | San Francisco | Indie/pop |
Fri 6/26 | San Francisco Opera Pride Concert | 8:00 PM | War Memorial Opera House | San Francisco | Opera / Broadway / Pride |
Fri 6/26 | Friday Nights at OMCA with The Seshen | 5:00–9:00 PM | Oakland Museum of California | Oakland | Outdoor / local music |
Sat 6/27 | Don Toliver: Octane Tour with SahBabii, SoFaygo & Chase B | 7:00 PM | Oakland Arena | Oakland | Hip-hop |
Sat 6/27 | Killswitch Engage with Machine Head, Iron Reagan & Havok | 6:30 PM | The Warfield | San Francisco | Metal |
Sat 6/27 | Iration with Tribal Seeds & Artikal Sound System | 6:30 PM | The Mountain Winery | Saratoga | Reggae/rock |
Sat 6/27 | Let’s Go Bowling and Monkey | 8:00 PM | The Guild Theatre | Menlo Park | Ska |
Sun 6/28 | Japanese Breakfast with Leenalchi & DJ Evie Stokes | 2:00 PM | Stern Grove | San Francisco | Indie / free lottery |
Sun 6/28 | KALEO with Dawes | 7:30 PM | The Mountain Winery | Saratoga | Rock |
Sun 6/28 | Holly Humberstone | Evening | The Fillmore | San Francisco | Indie/pop |
Sun 6/28 | Slum Village | 7:00 PM | Yoshi’s | Oakland | Hip-hop / jazz-rap |
Sun 6/28 | Dustbowl Revival | 8:00 PM | The Guild Theatre | Menlo Park | Americana / roots |



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