Wander the Garden at sunset, enjoy live acoustic music, savor local food trucks, and hike beneath the Redwoods! 
Held every Wednesday and Thursday, it is all about golden-hour garden strolls, drinks, bites, and live acoustic music in a relaxed midweek atmosphere.

Local Event: Summer Nights

San Mateo County

South San Francisco

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Summer Nights

Wander the Garden at sunset, enjoy live acoustic music, savor local food trucks, and hike beneath the Redwoods! 
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<h2>2nd Annual Benefit by the Bay - Hosted by Jeff Stevens and OPYC</h2>
Date &amp; Time: July 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Location: 911 Marina Blvd
Join us for the 2nd Annual Benefit by the Bay, proudly sponsored by Jeff Stevens and the Oyster Point Yacht Club. This special event supports charities dedicated to Military Veterans. We encourage attendees to make a generous donation of $25 to $50 per person at the door to one of these worthy causes.
Come celebrate and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who have served our country. Your support truly makes a difference!2nd Annual Benefit by the Bay - Hosted by Jeff Stevens and OPYC

Local Event: 2nd Annual Benefit by the Bay

2nd Annual Benefit by the Bay

2nd Annual Benefit by the Bay - Hosted by Jeff Stevens and OPYC
Date & Time: July 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Location:...

San Francisco Circus Center welcomes BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community members for an evening of movement, connection, and play. Your donation helps us keep circus training accessible while honoring the creativity and leadership of underrepresented artists. This evening is offered as a sliding scale event so that finances are not a barrier to entry. Typically we charge $5 for entry and $10 for each trapeze swing. If you can donate more to cover someone else’s experience, we’d appreciate it. If you don’t have the financial means to donate, please register for a $0 ticket.
For BIPOC community who would like support funding their ticket, please email <a href="mailto:info@BIPOCacro.com" target="_blank">info@</a><a href="https://bacces.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BACCES.org</a> and BACCES (BIPOC Acro Collective Care Ecosystem) will cover your ticket.
Expect supportive coaches, low-pressure skill building, and space to explore aerial, acrobatics, and clowning at your own pace. Whether you’re trying circus for the first time or returning to practice, you belong in our ring.

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CIRCUS FOR EVERY.BODY: A Fat-Positive BIPOC/LGBTQ+ Circus Event

Featuring live Motown favorites by Pure Ecstasy with Preston BBQ Buffet with ribs, mac &amp; cheese, chili, potato salad, cornbread &amp; cobbler
Get ready for a night of Motown magic at Oyster Point Yacht Club!
Join us on Saturday, August 22nd for an unforgettable summer night filled with LIVE music, dancing, amazing food, retro style, and great company on the waterfront. Featuring live Motown favorites by Pure Ecstasy with Preston
BBQ Buffet with ribs, homemade mac &amp; cheese, homemade chili, potato salad, homemade cornbread &amp; “Church Cobbler”
Retro outfit contest
Photo booth fun
Dance floor open all night
Whether you love The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, or just want an incredible summer night out with friends, this is going to be one of OPYC’s biggest parties of the year.
Members: $45
Guests &amp; Non-Members: $50
Doors open at 6:00 PM
Band starts at 6:30 PM
Come for the music. Stay for the memories. LET’S PACK THE DANCE FLOOR!

Local Event: Motown Night with Live Music by Pure Ecstasy! 

Motown Night with Live Music by Pure Ecstasy! 

Featuring live Motown favorites by Pure Ecstasy with Preston BBQ Buffet with ribs, mac & cheese, chili, potato salad, cornbread...

Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning dedicated to keeping ourselves — and our oceans — healthy!
Waves &amp; Watts brings the community together with games, hands-on activities, and simple ways to create a cleaner, healthier future for our neighborhoods and the planet. Come connect, learn, and make waves for change!
Free activities include:
<ul><li><a href="https://andrewtheartist.com/climate-carnival" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Climate Carnival Games</a></li><li>Interactive How-Tos for Healthier Homes</li><li>Plastic-Free Pop-Up Shop</li><li>Beach Cleanup</li></ul>
Walk, bike, or carpool if you can — it’s a beautiful way to arrive! Parking is $10 per car. No charge if you walk or bike in!
Note: Dogs are not allowed on the beach!
Sponsored by <a href="https://www.westlightenergy.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">WestLight Energy</a>&nbsp;(formerly Peninsula Clean Energy),<a href="https://www.350siliconvalley.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> 350 Silicon Valley,</a><a href="https://www.seahugger.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> and Sea Hugger</a>. With support from<a href="https://andrewtheartist.com/climate-carnival" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.halfmoonbay.gov/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">City of Half Moon Bay</a>, <a href="https://andrewtheartist.com/climate-carnival" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Climate Carnival Games</a>,<a href="https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Pacific Beach Coalition</a>,<a href="https://sustainablesanmateo.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Sustainable San Mateo County</a>,<a href="https://www.smcsustainability.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> San Mateo County Sustainability Department</a>, <a href="https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/1236" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Citizens Climate Lobby San Mateo</a>,<a href="https://www.climaterealitybayarea.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Climate Reality Bay Area</a>,<a href="https://www.sfbaypsr.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> SF Bay Physicians for Social Responsibility</a>,<a href="https://www.coastsidestateparks.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Coastside State Parks Association</a>,<a href="https://www.bbffhmb.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.beachbreakentertainment.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beach Break Entertainment</a>, <a href="https://www.coastsidefarmersmarkets.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Coastside Farmers Markets</a>, and the<a href="https://smcl.org/locations/1h/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Half Moon Bay Library</a>.

Local Event: 2nd Annual Waves & Watts EcoFest

Half Moon Bay

2nd Annual Waves & Watts EcoFest

Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning dedicated to keeping ourselves — and our oceans — healthy!
Waves & Watts brings the...

Orange Memorial Park

The South San Francisco Festa Italiana 2026 will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Orange Memorial Park in South San Francisco.
Presented by the Italian American Citizens Club of South San Francisco, the California Columbia Association, and the City of South San Francisco, the Festa is a true grassroots community celebration. The event is planned, organized, and staffed entirely by volunteers representing the presenting organizations as well as local Italian and community associations.
The Festa celebrates the rich Italian heritage of South San Francisco through live music, traditional dancers, cultural and historical exhibits, an Italian car show, artisan and specialty vendors, and the annual bocce tournament. Food trucks, beer and wine gardens, and family activities create an experience that appeals to visitors of all ages.
Last year’s event was a tremendous success thanks to the support of our community, sponsors, vendors, musicians, car enthusiasts, bocce players, and volunteers. Their generosity made it possible to share Italian culture, history, and traditions with thousands of attendees from South San Francisco and throughout the Peninsula.
As with any volunteer-driven community event, sponsorship support plays an essential role in bringing the Festa to life. Contributions of every size help fund entertainment, family activities, cultural exhibits, event operations, and community programming.
The Festa is a free, family-friendly event with a special emphasis on activities for children and young families. The Kid’s Zone features face painting, pasta making, games, a salami toss, and the South San Francisco Youth Soccer Goal Challenge. Guests can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, sample Tuscan wines, relax in the beer garden, and stroll among classic Italian automobiles and vintage vehicles. This year will also feature a special exhibit from Museo Italo Americano.
South San Francisco has a proud Italian heritage and has evolved from “The Industrial City” into a thriving biotechnology center while maintaining strong connections to its cultural roots. Today, the city is a diverse community that values and celebrates its many traditions. Festa Italiana has become an important opportunity to honor those roots while sharing them with future generations. The event is also celebrated in partnership with South San Francisco’s Sister City, Lucca, Italy.
Sponsors not only support the success of the festival but also invest in the cultural vitality of our community. Sponsorship opportunities provide valuable exposure through event signage, printed materials, online promotion, and day-of-event recognition.
We invite you to join us in making the South San Francisco Festa Italiana 2026 another memorable celebration.
Grazie in advance.
On behalf of the South San Francisco Festa Italiana 2026 Committee,
Leo Pierini Festa Chairman

Local Event: South San Francisco Festa Italiana

South San Francisco Festa Italiana

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