What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 06/27/25

Friday, June 27

Dragons Love Tacos ~ Palo AltoYou know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out!

Eddie Madril Kids Show (Free) – San Francisco

Parents Night Out at Axe – Oakland

Storytime at Crab Cove – Alameda

Historic Days at Ardenwood – Fremont

San Jose Giants Fireworks – San Jose

San Jose Sharks Draft Party - San Jose

San Francico Pride - San Francisco

Saturday, June 28

Kids Rock (Free) ~ Redwood CityKids Rock! returns for another kid-centric music series, packed with music, dancing and fun. With an inflatable play-land and more, this is the perfect summer event for families looking to enjoy music, movement, and community in a safe and welcoming space. Join us for a celebration of music and play!

Alameda County Fair ~ PleasantonCarnival, concerts, cooking demonstrations, and movies on the lawn. Drone show nightly. Fireworks and drone show on June 13 and July 3.

Family Tour at the de Young Museum – San Francisco

Fairy Fun Fair – Oakland

Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon

Comicon (Free) – Livermore

Soul 4Kidz (Free) – South San Francisco

Circus Bella (Free) – San Bruno

Seaside Story Hour (Free) – Redwood City

Jungle James (Free) – Redwood City

Environmental Center Open House (Free) – CupertinoRetro Roadshow (Free) – Morgan Hill

San Francico Pride - San Francisco

Sunday, June 29

Trolls: Save the Humans ~ WoodsideFeatures six activist Trolls that have come to teach humans how to rediscover nature and inspire humans to be good stewards of the earth. Thomas Dambo’s signature folklore-inspired Troll sculptures are built from reclaimed materials and will delight visitors of all ages. The outdoor exhibition fuses fairytales, whimsy, and monumental scale to inspire visitors to explore themes such as recycling, the importance of plants and gardens, art, and more.

The Sound of Music by Berkeley Rep – Berkeley

Cal Sailing Club Open House (Free) – Berkeley

Retro Roadshow (Free) – Milpitas

James and The Giant Peach by Children’s Musical Theater – San Jose

San Francico Pride - San Francisco

Wide Releases:

• M3GAN 2.0: The sequel to the hit horror film, with Allison Williams and Violet McGraw returning. 

• F1: The Movie: A movie focused on the world of Formula 1 racing. 

• Jurassic World Rebirth: The next installment in the Jurassic World franchise. 

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Limited Releases:

• Hot Milk: A film described as having a limited theatrical release.

• Sorry, Baby: Another film with a limited release.

• Kill the Jockey: A movie with a limited theatrical run.

• The G: A film with a limited release. 

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Special Screenings:

• Clueless: 30th Anniversary screening.

• Brokeback Mountain: 20th Anniversary screening

Streaming; Squid Games season 3 (Netflix)

Oakland Museum of California (first Sunday) – Oakland

Telescope Viewing at Chabot (Fri & Sat eves) – Oakland

San Mateo County History Museum (1st Friday) – Redwood City

Asian Art Museum (1st Sunday) – San Francisco

California Academy of Sciences (4 select days per year) – San Francisco

Exploratorium (select days throughout the year) – San Francisco

CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point (select days) – San Mateo

Hands on Science Classes at Intel Museum (always free) – Santa Clara

Bay Area Children’s Discovery Museum (1st Wednesday) – Sausalito

Bay Model Center – Sausalito

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford (always free, special family programs on Sundays) – Stanford

Home Depot Kids Workshop (1st Saturday) – all locations

Featured Events

Woodminster Summer Musicals ~ Oakland, July 11-13 & 17-20, August 8-10 & 14-17Woodminster Summer Musicals is back for its 58th season! Join us for “Hello Dolly” from July 11-13 & 17-20, and “In the Heights” from August 8-10 & 14-17 in the stunning Oakland Hills outdoor amphitheater! Kids 16 and under come free with a paying adult. Let’s plan a family friendly fun night out! Info and tickets: woodminster.com

Rhythmix Rising Seas 3 with Hālau Ka Ua Tuahine (Free) ~ Alameda, July 12Rhythmix Rising Seas transforms Alameda’s waterfront parks with live music, dance, and theater! Enjoy a visit from the Climate Detective from the Future. Participate in hands-on activities with local artists and climate organizations. Immerse yourself in Hawaiian dance and culture with Hālau Ka Ua Tuahine. Free for all ages and fun for the whole family! Next to the Ferry Terminal at Shoreline Park in Bay Farm, Alameda (215 Adelphian Way, Alameda).

Trolls: Save the Humans ~ Woodside, through November 10Features six Trolls that have come to teach humans how to rediscover nature and inspire humans to be good stewards of the earth. Thomas Dambo’s signature folklore-inspired Troll sculptures are built from reclaimed materials and will delight visitors of all ages. The outdoor exhibition fuses fairytales, whimsy, and monumental scale to inspire visitors to explore themes such as recycling, the importance of plants and gardens, art, and more.

Alameda County Fair ~ Pleasanton, June 13-July 6Carnival, concerts, cooking demonstrations, and movies on the lawn. Drone show nightly. Fireworks and drone show on June 13 and July 3.

Dragons Love Tacos ~ Palo Alto, June 18-July 6You know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out!

Kids Rock (Free) ~ Redwood City, June 28Kids Rock! returns for another kid-centric music series, packed with music, dancing and fun. With an inflatable play-land and more, this is the perfect summer event for families looking to enjoy music, movement, and community in a safe and welcoming space. Join us for a celebration of music and play!

First Friday at CuriOdyssey ~ San Mateo, August 1Swing 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!

Oakland’s Magic Kitchen ~ Oakland, August 9Back for its third season, Oakland’s Magic Kitchen brings the heart of Oakland’s food scene to Children’s Fairyland—live, family-friendly, and full of flavor. Created especially for kids and their grownups, this playful cooking show invites top local chefs to prepare delicious, easy-to-make dishes on stage with some help from everyone’s favorite furry friend, Quercus.

June 2025

The Sound of Music by Berkeley Rep – Berkeley, May 23-June 29

Something Rotten – Berkeley, June 12-30

Jungle James (Free) – Redwood City, June 25, 28

Habitot Art & STEM Day (Free) – Hercules, June 25

James and The Giant Peach by Children’s Musical Theater – San Jose, June 25-29

Fratello Marionettes (Free) – Tiburon, June 26

Eddie Madril Kids Show (Free) – San Francisco, June 27

Parents Night Out at Axe – Oakland, June 27

San Jose Giants Fireworks – San Jose, June 27

Family Tour at the de Young Museum – San Francisco, June 28

Fairy Fun Fair – Oakland, June 28

Soul 4Kidz (Free) – South San Francisco, June 28

Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon, June 28

Environmental Center Open House (Free) – Cupertino, June 28

Comicon (Free) – Livermore, June 28

Circus Bella (Free) – San Bruno, June 28

Seaside Story Hour (Free) – Redwood City, June 28

Retro Roadshow (Free) – Morgan Hill, June 28

Cal Sailing Club Open House (Free) – Berkeley, June 29

Retro Roadshow (Free) – Milpitas, June 29

Museum Mondays for Little Ones – Santa Rosa, June 30

July 2025

(also see 4th of July and Outdoor Movie Nights)Open Cockpit Day at Hiller Aviation Museum – San Carlo, July 2

Chalk Festival – Redwood City, July 3

San Jose Giants Fireworks – San Jose, July 4, 5, 18

Kids Carnival at Hiller Aviation Museum – San Carlos, July 6

Storytime at the Foster Museum – Palo Alto, July 6, 20

Slim Chance Circus – Redwood City, July 8, 9, 12

The Bubble Lady – Tiburon, July 10

Parent’s Night Out at Filoli – Woodside, July 10, 17, 24, 31

Ka-Hon Kids Show (Free) – San Francisco, July 11

Port of Oakland Harbor Tour (Free) – Oakland, July 11

Salt Marsh Safari (Free) – San Jose, July 11

Woodminster Summer Musical: Hello Dolly – Oakland, July 11-20

Cartooning for the Whole Family – San Francisco, July 12

Color Me Mine Kids Night Out – Alameda, July 12

Roundtable Reading – Berkeley, July 12

Family Nature Adventures – Oakland, July 12

Retro Roadshow (Free) – Los Altos, July 12

Summer STEM Bash (Free) – Mountain View, July 12

Play Like a Miner – San Jose, July 12

2nd Saturday on the Farm – Watsonville, July 12

Family Nature Weekend at Filoli – Woodside, July 12, 13

Cinderella by Tri-Valley Theatre Company – Livermore, July 12-27

Second Sunday for Families at SFMOMA – San Francisco, July 13

Sunday Funday at Sonoma Botanical Garden – Glen Ellen, July 13

Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center – Sausalito, July 13, 27

Puppet Art Theater – Redwood City, July 15, 16, 19

Kids Air Faire – San Carlos, July 16

Coventry & Kaluza (Free) – Tiburon, July 17

Unique Derique (Free) – San Francisco, July 18

Truckloads of Fun (Free) – Mill Valley, July 18

Fun-tastic Friday with Sean’s Music Factory (Free) – Palo Alto, July 18

Children’s Fairyland Summer Sleepover – Oakland, July 19

Kids Rock (Free) – Redwood City, July 19

Kidstock (Free) – Mountain View, July 19

Cupertino Campout – Cupertino, July 19

Family Fun Day (Free) – Scotts Valley, July 19

Model Railroad Show – Walnut Creek, July 19, 20

Sunday Streets (Free) – San Francisco, July 20

Trapeze Arts Performance – Berkeley, July 20

Rabbit Hole Theater – Woodside, July 20

Hansel & Gretel the Untold Story – Palo Alto, July 20-August 10

Afro-Peruvian Dance (Free) – Redwood City, July 22, 23, 26

Alice in Wonderland Jr – Mountain View, July 24-27

Once Upon a Mattress by Youthstage – Berkeley, July 24 – August 27

Manilatown Ensemble (Free) – San Francisco, July 25

Bhangra & Beats Night Market (Free) – San Francisco, July 25

Parents Night Out at Axe – Oakland, July 25

Frozen by CMTSJ – San Jose, July 25-August 3

Seaside Story Hour (Free) – Redwood City, July 26

Wet and Wild Day at the J (Free) – Palo Alto, July 26

Retro Roadshow (Free) – Gilroy, July 26

Cal Sailing Club Open House (Free) – Berkeley, July 27

Museum Mondays for Little Ones – Santa Rosa, July 28

James Henry Performance (Free) – Redwood City, July 29, 30 & August 2

Space Week at Chabot Space & Science Center – July 30-August 3