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What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 08/22/25

Updated: 3 days ago

Friday, August 22

Movies in the Park: Inside Out 2 (Free) – Santa Rosa

Movies in the Park: Inside Out 2 (Free) – South San Francisco

Friday Evening Movies: Sonic 3 (Free) – Berkeley

Bringing the Beach Home (Free) – Berkeley

Starlight Movie in the Park: Mufasa (Free) – Alameda

utdoor Movie Night: Minecraft (Free) – Union City

Bob Baker Marionette Theater (Free) – Menlo Park

Movies in the Park: Rumble (Free) – Cupertino

San Jose Giants Fireworks – San Jose

Sunset Fridays at SF Zoo – San Francisco



Saturday, August 23

Rhythmix Rising Seas 4 with Manilatown Ancestral Ensemble (Free) ~ AlamedaRhythmix 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. Experience the joyful and unifying power of tribal Philippine polyrhythmic percussion, song and dance with Manilatown Ancestral Ensemble. Free for all ages and fun for the whole family! Saturday, August 23, 1–4pm at Bohol Circle Immigrant Park, Alameda (2901 5th Street).

Puppet Fair at Children’s Fairyland ~ OaklandPremiere puppeteers from all over the country bring their elaborate, exquisite art form to the park and add to the roster of delightful shows. Educational displays in the Merry Meadow allow viewers to learn about puppetry, types of puppets, and the history of the art form.

End of Summer Bash at MOAH (Free) ~ Palo AltoJoin the Museum of American Heritage for an end-of-summer bash and a celebration of America’s most iconic dessert, chocolate chip cookies! Check out the antique tech museum, play historic games, and spend a sunny afternoon in the garden.

Kids ‘N Fun Festival ~ CupertinoEnjoy a vibrant, multicultural celebration dedicated to children of all ages with performances, games, crafts, and food.

MakeArt Family Day (Free) – San Francisco

Cultura Fest (Free) – South San Francisco

Fish Festival at Crab Cove (Free) – Alameda

Movies in the Park: The Wild Robot (Free) – Oakland

Luna Dance & Creativity Open House (Free) – Berkeley

Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon

Puppet Art Theater (Free) – Dublin, August 23

QuestSparks STEM Exploration (Free) – Livermore

Star Party at Crestview Park (Free) – San Carlos

Bay Area Lebanese Festival – Redwood City

San Francisco 49ers - Santa Clara

San Jose Giants  – San Jose


Sunday, August 24

Wizard’s Academy of Math & Magic (Free) ~ San FranciscoEnter the enchanted realm of wizards, magic, and mystery, where clever thinking and a strong dose of imagination will guide your path. You’ll visit a whimsical wizard school and work together to decipher enchanted messages, crack magical codes, and solve spellbinding puzzles — each one bringing you closer to the secrets hidden in this mystical world. This event is designed for students in grades K–6, participating alongside their parents or guardians.


Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center ~ SausalitoLearn about marine mammals of the bay through interactive presentations hosted by award-winning educators.


Applefest ~ LivermoreExplore the heirloom apple orchard and taste apple varieties you can’t find in stores! Lend a hand to help press fresh apple cider for tasting, play some old-fashioned games, and make an apple craft! Bring a picnic lunch and hang out on the lawn.

Sunday Streets – San Francisco

Origami Palooza – San Francisco

Storytime Science for Kids – San Francisco

Cal Sailing Club Open House (Free) – Berkeley

Craft and Connect at BADM – Sausalito

Junior Zookeepers – Walnut Creek

Neon Scorpion Hike – Clayton

The Great Get Together (Free) – Palo Alto

Tale of the Dragon Puppet Show (Free) – Menlo Park

San Jose Giants – San Jose


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Wide Releases 

Limited Releases 

Concerts this weekend
Concerts this weekend

Friday, August 22 

  • Nelly: with Ja Rule and Eve at Toyota Pavilion at Concord

  • Marco Antonio Solís: at SAP Center

  • Weird Al Yankovic: at Shoreline Amphitheatre

  • The Fray: at Fox Theater Oakland

  • My Morning Jacket: at Greek Theatre - Berkeley

  • Air Supply: at Mountain Winery

Saturday, August 23 

  • Dave Matthews Band: at Shoreline Amphitheatre

  • Mt. Joy: at Greek Theatre - Berkeley

  • Lisa Lisa: at San Jose Civic

  • Ben Harper: at Fox Theater Oakland

  • The Budos Band: at The Regency Ballroom

  • B-Side Players: at Blue Note Napa

Sunday, August 24 

  • Cyndi Lauper: at Shoreline Amphitheatre

  • Gipsy Kings: at Mountain Winery

  • Jesse and Joy: at San Jose Civic

  • Josh Turner: at Blue Note Summer Sessions at Meritage Resort

  • K Camp: at Cornerstone


Free stuff to do!

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


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