Have fun with your family with these June events taking place around the Bay Area. For even more items, visit our online calendar.
June 2
“Back to the Future”
THROUGH JUNE 7. Adapted for the stage, this musical includes hit songs from the movie, including “The Power of Love,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Earth Angel” and “Back in Time.” Recommended for ages 6 and up. $63-306.
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose
June 3
Slime Week
THROUGH JUNE 6. Enjoy a satisfying sensory experience with gooey goodness at Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery’s Slime Week. There will be a Slime Lab where visitors can squish, stretch and explore giant tubes of slime and for an additional $20 ($18 members), you can create your own slime at the Slime Bar. 10am-5pm Mon., Wed.-Sat. Admission to the museum is $10.
Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery, 1855 41st Ave., C-10, Capitola
June 5
San Mateo County Fair
THROUGH JUNE 14. The theme this year is “In Bloom,” celebrating the fair’s roots and the vibrant growth of the community it serves. It will include a concert series and music festival, drone show, exhibits, livestock, rides and more. Check website for hours. Admission is $6-23, 5 and under FREE; unlimited ride wristbands $38.50-44; music festival $35; parking pass $20.
San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo
June 6
Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival
ALSO JUNE 7. The event includes something for the entire family, including arts and crafts, festival food, a Kids’ Zone, live music, wine and beer and more. 12-8pm Sat. and 12-6pm Sun. Admission is FREE.
Civic Park, 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
walnut-creek.com/art-wine-festival-2026
Union Street Festival
THROUGH JUNE 7. Celebrate local businesses, culture and community with live music, food, vendors, family activity zones, artists and more. 11am-7pm. FREE.
Cow Hollow Neighborhood, Union Street from Fillmore to Gough streets
sunsetmercantilesf.com/unionstreetfestival
PRIDE in Mill Valley
Highlights include live performances celebrating diversity and unity, vendors, community resources for LGBTQIA+ and more. 2-6pm. FREE.
Mill Valley Downtown Plaza, 87 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley
millvalleyrecreation.gov/2084/PRIDE-Mill-Valley
Proud of My Family
Visitors can enjoy activities designed to celebrate all types of families, especially LGBTQ+ parents, relatives, and friends. 9:30am-4:30pm. $16-18.
Children’s Discovery Museum San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose
June 7
“The Wizard of Oz”
ALSO JUNE 13, 14 & 21. Enjoy outdoor theater with Mountain Play’s production of this family-favorite musical featuring beloved songs like “Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard,” and “If I Only Had a Brain.” 1pm. General seating 26 and up $50, ages 4-25 $25, ages 0-3 always FREE; ages 25 and under FREE on June 7.
Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre, Mount Tamalpais State Park, Mill Valley
Golden Gate Park Band Concert
The Golden Gate Park Band will be performing songs celebrating connection, pride and community. There will be powerful anthems, heartfelt ballads, and exuberant favorites. The band will have family-friendly concerts on Sundays throughout the summer. 1pm. FREE.
Spreckels Temple of Music, Golden Gate Park, Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco
goldengateparkband.org/calendar
June 11
FIFA World Cup Fan Zones
THROUGH JULY 19. Locations throughout the Bay Area will feature FIFA World Cup watch parties and other events. Some of the locations include: Thrive City at Chase Center and PIER 39 in San Francisco; Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton; Downtown Oakland and Raimondi Park in Oakland; San Pedro Square and Santana Row in San Jose; Courthouse Square in Redwood City; and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. For more locations and details, go to the website.
“Life in Space”
THROUGH SEPT. 13. The exhibit explores the science of how life, both human and extraterrestrial, might breathe, eat and stay alive in the extreme conditions beyond Earth. 10am-5pm Tue.-Sat., 12-5pm Sun. $29.95-39.95.
The Exploratorium, Pier 15, Embarcadero at Green Street, San Francisco
June 12
“Newsies”
THROUGH JUNE 20. Set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century, Disney’s “Newsies” tells the story of Jack Kelly and his band of young newspaper sellers. Performed by CYT Tri-Valley, it has energetic dance numbers and songs and sends a powerful message about justice and resilience. 1pm and 6:30pm June 12-13 and June 19; 1pm June 14 and June 20. $20-30.
Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore
June 13
Novato Art, Wine & Music Festival
ALSO JUNE 14. The weekend includes live music, food, wine and beer, local art, kids’ activities and more. 11am-7pm Sat. and 11am-6pm Sun. FREE.
Downtown Novato, Grant Avenue between Redwood Boulevard and Seventh Street
Juneteenth SF Freedom Celebration
Enjoy a carnival with games and rides, vendors, a classic car show, hair and fashion show and live performances. 11am-6pm. FREE.
Fillmore District, Fillmore Street, Geary Boulevard and Fulton Street
San Carlos Pride in the Park
The event will include music, community resources and art projects. 11am-1pm. FREE.
Burton Park, 900 Chestnut St., San Carlos
cityofsancarlos.org/business_detail_T10_R28.php
Unity Festival
Celebrate the vibrant cultures and performing arts traditions of Africa and the African diaspora in a family-friendly festival. There will be music, dance, drumming, hands-on art activities, food and more. RSVP online. 12-5pm. FREE.
Chochenyo Park, 2430 Encinal Ave., Alameda
rhythmix.org/events/unity-fest-2026
June 14
Stern Grove Festival
THROUGH AUG. 16. Stern Grove Festival kicks off today with free concerts on Sundays throughout the summer. Today, Peter Cat Recording Co. and Marinero will perform. Other concerts this month include Bomba Estéro on June 21 and Japanese Breakfast on June 28. 2pm. There is a lottery for FREE general admission tickets (check website for details).
Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard, San Francisco
June 19
Alameda County Fair
THROUGH JULY 12. Enjoy fireworks, a drone show, rides, pig races and a concert line-up that includes The Beach Boys, Tower of Power and Boyz II Men. There will also be a special installation, “25 Year Remembrance of September 11,” which features an actual piece of the Twin Towers structure and tributes to New York City’s Memorial Park. Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 12-11pm. Admission is $14.30-17.60 for advanced online; $16.50-19.80 at the gate, 5 and under FREE. Check website for promotion days.
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 2005 Valley Ave., Gate 8, Pleasanton
Juneteenth Community Celebration
Find your rhythm during a drumming workshop with Pope Flyne, Ghanaian-born performer, composer and educator, and try your hand at some traditional African drums. Then top off the day by making your own percussion instrument. 9:30am-4:30pm. $16-18.
Children’s Discovery Museum San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose
Hella Juneteenth Festival
Enjoy a day of music, food, art and community. There will be a stage of DJs spinning R&B, hip-hop, Afrobeats and cookout classics; Black-owned food vendors; games and activities for kids. Reserve tickets in advance. 12-6pm. General admission $36.74, VIP $133.67, 13 and up $14.09, 12 and under FREE.
Cloud Park, 1911 Telegraph Ave., Oakland
June 20
San Francisco Juneteenth Parade
The parade will celebrate the spirit of freedom, resiliency and unity. It will feature decorated floats, a horse leading the procession, a classic car showcase, live singers, dancers and performers. 11am. FREE.
Parade starts at Market and Second streets and ends at the Embarcadero.
Sand Castle and Sculpture Contest
Create sand masterpieces or just come to check out what contest participants are making at this annual event at Crown Memorial State Beach. Bring a shovel, buckets and great ideas. Categories include 12 and under, 13 and up and families. 9am-1pm. FREE.
Crown Memorial State Beach, Otis and Westline drives, Alameda
alamedaca.gov/Departments/Recreation-Parks/Sand-Castle-Sculpture-Contest
June 21
Berkeley Juneteenth Festival
The event will include kids’ activities, cultural celebrations and live entertainment for the whole family. 11am-7pm. FREE.
Adeline Street and Alcatraz Avenue, Berkeley
June 27
Comic Con Livermore
This is a celebration of all things geek culture, showcasing a vibrant tapestry of artists in genres including graphic novel, manga, crime/noir, sci-fi, horror, fantasy, slice of life, adventure, humor and romance. There will also be a cosplay contest, gaming tournaments, and anime and toy vendors. 11am. FREE to attend.
Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore
San Francisco Pride Celebration and Parade
THROUGH JUNE 28. The celebration at Civic Center will include entertainment, an 18 and up zone, a street fair and artists and exhibitors. The parade on Sun. will feature colorful floats, performances, celebrity guests and more. Parade starts at 10:30am.
Parade begins on Market and Beale streets.
Juneteenth Celebration Concert
The annual Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir Juneteenth Celebration Concert is a high-energy, spirit-lifting performance honoring freedom and community through gospel music. 8pm. $35.
Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore
