Have fun with your family with these July events taking place around the Bay Area. For even more items, visit our online calendar.
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
July 1
Alameda County Fair
THROUGH JULY 12 (Wed.-Sun.). 12-11pm. Enjoy carnival rides, fair food, animals, exhibits, nightly concerts, outdoor movies, fireworks, drone shows and more. Admission $19.80, $16.50 ages 6-12, 5 and under FREE; parking $15.
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 2500 Valley Ave., Pleasanton
Marin County Fair
THROUGH JULY 5. Celebrate “Stars, Strips and Stories” with 28 carnival rides, exciting exhibits, spectacular firework displays, fconcerts and exciting attractions. 11am-11pm. Admission $20, $30 on July 4, under 3 FREE; FREE for ages 12 and under and 65and over on July 1.
10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
July 3
“Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest”
THROUGH JULY 12. Inspired by masterpieces from Bach, Rachmaninov, Mozart, Liszt, Mussorgsky, Mendelssohn, Saint-Saëns and Debussy, this haunting retelling unleashes a collision of desire, torment and immortality. $59.78 and up.
Orpheum Theatre, 1192Market St., San Francisco
us.atgtickets.com/whats-on/san-francisco
Harry Potter Drone Art Show
ALSO JULY 4. Experience an open-air spectacle as 1,200 illuminated drones recreate favorite characters and beloved moments from the Harry Potter films. 9:30pm. $43.90, $26.90 ages 3-11; $15 parking.
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose
July 4
Circus in the Parks
See Circus Bella in a free hourlong show called “Ah Ha!” at area parks. See website for additional shows. 12 and 2pm. FREE. (check)
Burgess Park, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park
circusbella.org/circusintheparks
SF Uke Jam’s Summer Uke-splosion
The Bay Area’s leading ukulele community gathering brings fans of the instrument together for a free outdoor performance. Bring a uke and play along, or just listen. It’s one of the many entertainment options during the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival. 12-4pm. FREE.
Yerba Buena Gardens, Great Lawn, Mission St. between Third and Fourth streets, San Francisco
ybgfestival.org/event/sf-uke-jam-2026
July 5
“Dinos Alive”
THROUGH JULY 31. This immersive adventure brings the age of the dinosaurs to life with life-size animatronic dinosaurs, from swift Velociraptors to the mighty T-Rex, set within environments inspired by their ancient habitats. $22.90.
Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts, 10 10th St., Oakland
Free First Sunday
Enjoy free general admission, plus a guided art tour at 11:30am and history tour at 2pm. Registration required. 10am-4pm. FREE.
NUMU New Museum Los Gatos, 106 E. Main St., Los Gatos
July 10
“Carousel”
ALSO JULY 11-12 and 16-19. See the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic under the stars at Oakland’s Woodminster Amphitheatre. This tale of redemption includes some adult themes including suicide. 8pm. $41-89 adults, $14-26 ages 16 and under.
Woodminster Amphitheater, Joaquin Miller Park, 3540 Sanborn Drive, Oakland
Mariachi San Francisco
Catch a different free show every Fri. during the Yerba Buena Gardens Children’s Garden Series. 11am and 12pm. FREE.
Yerba Buena Gardens, Mission Street between Third and Fourth streets, San Francisco
ybgfestival.org/events/category/childrens
July 11
Los Altos Arts and Wine Festival
ALSO JULY 12. Enjoy all-day free concerts on two stages, entertainment for children all weekend in the Kidzone, distinctive works of artists and craftspeople from around the country, food, wine and more. 10am-6pm. FREE admission.
Downtown Los Altos, Main and State streets, Los Altos
“Creating Home”
Enjoy family fun at Filoli with its most immersive experience yet, “Creating Home.” Explore towering redwoods and giant sculptural nests created by Bay Area artist Jayson Fann and hidden throughout the Filoli estate. Enjoy hands-on activities, go on a scavenger hunt, learn about local wildlife, explore outdoor play spaces and trails, and check out new interactive experiences in the historic house. $10am-5pm daily. Included with admission of $45 adult, $35 ages 15-17. For a limited time, up to three kids ages 14 and under receive FREE entry with one full-price, advance purchase daytime adult admission.
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside
July 12
“Macbeth”
THROUGH AUG. 30. Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s “MacBeth,” known as one of the best plays ever written, opens tonight in previews and plays in repertory with “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Fences.” 2pm. $15-$91.25.
The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga Park, 501 Upper Park Road, Santa Cruz
Redwood Loop Tour
Take a 1-mile guided walk through the Redwood Grove every Sat. to talk about coast redwoods, their life histories, ecology and more. Register online. 12pm. FREE.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N. Big Trees Park Road, Felton
July 13
Golden Gate International Choir Festival
THROUGH JULY 18. The festival opens with a dynamic “Sing-Off” concert featuring international choirs. Additional concerts take place daily at different venues and times. 4pm. $15 adults, $10 ages 6 and up, 5 and under FREE.
Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church, 1801 Lacassie Ave., Walnut Creek
piedmontchoirs.org/ggf-concerts-2026
July 14
“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”
THROUGH AUG. 9. This enchanting and timeless tale is brought to life with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes in its first North American tour in more than 25 years. $40.95 and up.
Orpheum Theatre, 1192 Market St, San Francisco
us.atgtickets.com/whats-on/san-francisco
July 17
Free Movies on the Beach
THROUGH AUG. 7. See a free movie on the beach every Fri. Tonight, it’s “Back to the Future.” Bring a blanket or low-backed chair.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz
Friday Nights at OMCA
Enjoy free music, food from Off the Grid food trucks, games and vibrant community atmosphere. 5pm. FREE; museum admission additional.
Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland
July 18
Magical Summer Concerts
ALSO JULY 25. Enjoy a concert inspiring connection through music. 6pm. FREE.
Magical Bridge Playground, Mitchell Park, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto
paloalto.gov/events-directory/community-services/magical-bridge-series-bridges-in-music-concert
Teddy Bear Picnic Day
Bring a favorite stuffed animal to ride the rides and enjoy a guest appearance by Corduroy the Bear, a scavenger hunt, performances, arts and crafts, field games, bubble magic and food available for purchase. 10am-5pm. Included with admission of $21.20 adults, $19.08 ages 1-17.
Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland
fairyland.org/event-calendar/teddy-bear-picnic-day
July 19
“Vivid: Immerse Your Senses”
THROUGH SEPT. 6. This first-of-its kind sensory journey transports guests through six of Earth’s most awe-inspiring ecosystems via ultra high-resolution video, ambient soundscapes and nature-inspired scents. The exhibit also includes daily programming – from storytimes and trivia to a hands-on Nature Lab. Included with admission of $49-55 adult, $45-49 ages 13-18, $39-45 ages 3-12, 2 and under FREE.
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco
July 21
“The Sound of Music”
THROUGH JULY 26. Featuring beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi” and “Edelweiss,” this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic is the tale of a spirited nun who chooses not to live behind closed doors. By following her heart, she learns to climb every mountain. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Family Night on Broadway is scheduled for July 22 with free pre-show activities at 6pm. $63.75 and up.
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose
July 23
“James Bond Forever”
The San Francisco Symphony performs iconic themes from “Goldfinger,” “Skyfall,” “Live and Let Die” and more, featuring Tony Award-winning and Grammy Award-nominated Broadway and TV starLena Hall. 7:30pm. $54 and up.
Frost Amphitheatre, 351 Lasuen St., Stanford
July 24
Sundown Cinema presents “Inside Out”
See a monthly outdoor movie in different San Francisco neighborhoods though October. Tonight, it’s Pixar’s “Inside Out.” 7pm. FREE.
Civil War Parade Ground, Graham Street, San Francisco
sfstandard.com/sundown-cinema
July 25
Farm Volunteer Day
Learn from Hidden Villa farmers how to practice small-scale organic farming. Typical activities include seasonal planting, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, mulching, pruning and occasionally building. No experience is necessary, but kids under 16 need to be accompanied by an adult. Register online. 9am. FREE.
Hidden Villa, 26870 Moody Road, Los Altos Hills
Museum on Main Family Days
“Race” horses on the lawn, practice leather stamping and toss some horseshoes. Gus, Pleasanton’s favorite Main Street horse, will greet everyone as part of this monthly event with free hands-on demonstrations, crafts and activities that teach about Pleasanton’s history while providing fun for the whole community. 10am-2pm.
Museum on Main, 603 Main St., Pleasanton
museumonmain.org/family-days.html
July 26
San Rafael Festival of the Arts.
Immerse yourself in music, sample regional wines and local craft beers, and explore fine arts and crafts by talented artisans. 11am-6pm. FREE, tasting tickets $25-35.
Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave., San Rafael
cityofsanrafael.org/event/san-rafael-festival-of-the-arts
