Downtown San Rafael 

San Rafael will rumble back to life as the 36th Annual May Madness Car Show &amp; Parade returns on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
This free, family-friendly event, the longest-running car show and parade in Northern California, features over 200 classic cars, hot rods, and customs lining Fourth Street from noon to 6 PM, with the crowd-favorite parade rolling out at 5 PM. The celebration kicks off with a Friday Night Cruise on May 8 at 6 PM.
New this year: a retro-inspired mobile photo booth inside a restored 1962 Ford Falcon, offering a fun, nostalgic experience for attendees. Also, there will be special American Graffiti screenings at the Rafael Theater in conjunction with May Madness!
Enjoy live music, local food and drinks, and a full day of community celebration in the heart of Downtown San Rafael! FREE!!

Local Event: The 36th Annual May Madness Car Show and Parade

Marin County

San Rafael

California

The 36th Annual May Madness Car Show and Parade

San Rafael will rumble back to life as the 36th Annual May Madness Car Show & Parade returns on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
This...

RangeCafe Bar and Grill

Celebrate Mom with our Mother’s Day Brunch at RangeCafe. Choose from 2 seatings; 10:30am and 1:00pm.&nbsp;RSVP at&nbsp;<a href="https://mother-s-day-brunch-bpvet.tripleseattickets.com/registration/select" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mother-s-day-brunch-bpvet.tripleseattickets.com/registration/select</a>
Mother’s Day Brunch Menu
Mains: – Chicken Marsala with a cremini mushroom sauce – Prime Rib with au jus
Sides: – Caesar Salad – Spring Mix Salad&nbsp;topped with Fuji apples, dried cranberries, goat cheese, candied walnuts, and tossed with a champagne vinaigrette – Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes – Mixed Spring Vegetables&nbsp;sautéed in garlic butter
Breakfast: – Eggs benedict with hollandaise sauce – Scrambled free range eggs – Buttermilk pancakes with strawberries, whipped cream and warm maple syrup – Bagels and Lox served with cream cream, red onion, tomatoes, and capers – Country style breakfast potatoes – Hobbs applewood smoked bacon – Hobbs chicken apple sausage – Pastries and Danishes – Fresh seasonal fruit arrangement
For the Kids: – Classic Mac and Cheese – Chicken Tenders Desserts: – Cookies – Mini Cupcakes – Petit Fours – Seasonal Tartlets
Drinks: – Bottomless Mimosas – Fresh Brewed Coffee – Iced Tea

Local Event: Mother's Day Brunch 

Mother's Day Brunch 

Celebrate Mom with our Mother’s Day Brunch at RangeCafe. Choose from 2 seatings; 10:30am and 1:00pm. RSVP...

American Legion

Come hear Zenith Jazz Band and Ragtime Every Second Monday in Larkspur-FREE!
Enjoy great Ragtime and New Orleans, Vintage Jazz and blues!
Where-&gt; Larkspur American Legion Hall 500 Magnolia Ave. Larkspur CA. Free parking! 
$?-&gt; This is a free event. BYO Food, Drink and dance partner! There is a seasoned dance crowd, we would love always love to see more feet on the dance floor. 
When-&gt; Come at 5:30 to hear and Virginia Tichenor and Key System Rhythm Ramblers and Marty Eggers play Ragtime, Early Jazz &amp; Blues.
From 7:30 to 9:00pm Zenith Band Plays Vintage and New Orleans Jazz for your listing and dancing pleasure.
Who's playing-&gt;
Virginia Tichenor-Piano
Pete Main- ReedsTom Barnebey- Cornet and Trombone 
John Soulis- Trombone
Marty Eggers-Tuba
Jeff Green-Plectrum Banjo/Guitar,
Lisa Gonick- Tenor Guitar and Vocals.
BYOF&amp;D-&gt; This is a free event, but we rely on patrons kind generosity to keep this event going!

Local Event: 2nd Mondays Live Ragtime, Vintage Jazz & Blues!

Larkspur-Corte Madera

2nd Mondays Live Ragtime, Vintage Jazz & Blues!

Come hear Zenith Jazz Band  and Ragtime Every Second Monday in Larkspur-FREE!
Enjoy great Ragtime and New Orleans, Vintage Jazz...

Join us as more than 120 community organizations, local farms, food producers, and vendors come together with Bon Air, the Kentfield–Greenbrae Historical Society, and Mollie Stone’s for this annual community celebration!

Local Event: 2026 Community Fair

Kentfield

2026 Community Fair

Join us as more than 120 community organizations, local farms, food producers, and vendors come together with Bon Air, the...

Join us to experience the joy and power of music. This concert is our middle school and high school intermediate and advanced ensembles. It will feature music by Smetana, Marquez, Glière, Faure, and Beethoven.

Local Event: ELM Spring Concert

ELM Spring Concert

Join us to experience the joy and power of music. This concert is our middle school and high school intermediate and advanced...

Old St Hilary's Landmark, 201 Esperanza, Tiburon, CA 94920

Caroluna at Old St. Hilary's LandmarkAn Afternoon of Opera&nbsp;Lyric soprano Caroluna will be accompanied by pianist Jennifer M. Lee as they perform a selection of exquisite opera arias and music by renowned composers from around the world. Immerse yourself in the captivating melodies of Puccini, Bellini, Mozart, Dvorak, Saint Saens, Bizet, Chopin, Pauline Viardot, and many more!Experience the enchanting world of opera and classical piano music at Old St Hilary's Landmark, a stunning historic venue nestled in Tiburon. Renowned soprano Caroluna and pianist Jennifer M. Lee will captivate your senses with their mesmerizing performances, accompanied by the rich, beautiful, and natural acoustics of the venue. Marvel at the breathtaking views of Marin and San Francisco as you enjoy this musical extravaganza.&nbsp;Lyric soprano, artist, and composer Caroluna performs classical, opera, jazz, cabaret, electronica, world music, and her original compositions. She has performed as a soloist and video artist at the XX Olympic Winter Games in Turin, Italy, at Grace Cathedral, Herbst Theater, The Fillmore, LUX video art Festival in Sevilla, Spain, SF's annual Flower Piano, and many other venues and music festivals both nationally and internationally. Her website is www.caroluna.com.Presented by: Belvedere-Tiburon Landmarks Society with support from The Tiburon Heritage &amp; Arts Commission and the Belvedere Land Company.Tickets $25, general &amp; $20, seniors/youths: advance purchase available at the Landmarks Office and online at TicketLeap. Tickets available at the door (if not sold out) will be $30 &amp; $25, starting at 2:30 p.m.&nbsp;There is no parking at Old St. Hilary's. Please park at the Boardwalk Shopping Center, 1550 Tiburon Blvd. and take a shuttle car to the concert. Shuttles begin at 2:30 p.m. in front of Rustic Bakery. Handicapped parking is available at Old St. Hilary's.Advance Tickets: $25 general &amp; $20 seniors/youths; $30 &amp; $25 at the door. Advance purchase available at the Landmarks Office.Presented by Belvedere - Tiburon Landmarks Society

Local Event: An Afternoon of Opera with Caroluna

An Afternoon of Opera with Caroluna

Caroluna at Old St. Hilary's LandmarkAn Afternoon of Opera Lyric soprano Caroluna will be accompanied by pianist Jennifer M....

Corte Madera Town Park

Boot Juice performs Cosmic Rock and Americana for FREE in Corte Madera Town Park.

Local Event: Boot Juice at Corte Madera Summer Concerts

Boot Juice at Corte Madera Summer Concerts

Boot Juice performs Cosmic Rock and Americana for FREE in Corte Madera Town Park.

Ruth Gerson and her band perform folk-rock for free at Corte Madera Town Park. The Turnarounds, a group of middle-school musicians open.

Local Event: Ruth Gerson at Corte Madera Summer Concerts

Ruth Gerson at Corte Madera Summer Concerts

Ruth Gerson and her band perform folk-rock for free at Corte Madera Town Park. The Turnarounds, a group of middle-school...

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Gaspare's Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante &amp; Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic Italian dishes, handcrafted pizzas, and comforting favorites made with quality ingredients. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed dinner, meeting friends for drinks, or catching the game at the bar, you can expect great food and genuine hospitality every time. Visit us and experience the difference.

Gaspare’s Pizzeria Ristorante & Bar is a family-owned Italian restaurant proudly serving the community since 2008. We offer a full menu of classic...

Smog checks available now—always ready when you are

Hamilton's Smog

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection station. Since 2021, we've been serving the community with efficient smog checks for all types of vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid cars, as well as large trucks and RVs. Our certified technicians perform both STAR and non-STAR inspections, ensuring your vehicle meets all state requirements. Simply drive in for a hassle-free inspection, with most vehicles completed in under 30 minutes.

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection...

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Saturday, May 9

The 36th Annual May Madness Car Show and Parade

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12:00 PM

San Rafael, CA

Sunday, May 10

Mother's Day Brunch

MAY

10

10:03 AM

RangeCafe Bar and Grill, 337 Biscayne Dr, San Rafael, CA

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