Feeling lucky? March in the Bay Area means green hills and green beer. In San Francisco, Marin County and beyond, there are a wealth of food fairs, film festivals and cultural events. Take a photo with Lou Seal at Giants FanFest. Try a new dish during Oakland Restaurant Week. Ride a float in San Francisco’s 175- year-old St. Patrick’s Day parade.
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College of Marin Centennial Gala
April 4
Novato
Bill & Adele Jonas Center
1800 Ignacio Boulevard
Join us for a Roaring Twenties evening as we raise funds that support student scholarships, ensuring every student has the chance to pursue their dreams.
Annual Fairs & Festivals
Chinese New Year 2026 – The Year of the Horse Lion Dance
March 1 & 8
San Rafael
Yet Wah
1238 4th Street
415.849.1874
Celebrate the Chinese New Year in a prime location in Downtown San Rafael. The Marin Chinese Cultural Association will perform the classical lion dance in front of beloved Chinese restaurant Yet Wah.
Chinese New Year Parade
March 7
San Francisco
From 2nd and Market Streets
415.889.8891
Experience 10 days of unexpected pairings and fusion-style flavors within Oakland’s vibrant food scene. During this yearly event, a range of eateries ranging from food trucks to neighborhood eateries to Michelin rated restaurants offer special lunch and dinner menus showcasing the city’s diverse food culture.
2nd Friday Art Walk in Downtown San Rafael
March 13
San Rafael
1325–1337 Fourth Street
415.451.8119
Enjoy galleries, open studios and art exhibits on the second Friday of each month. Anchored by the Art Works Downtown galleries and studio tour, the 2nd Friday Art Walk connects art venues throughout downtown San Rafael for an evening of inspiration and community.
PI (π) Day at the Exploratorium
March 14
San Francisco
Exploratorium
Pier 15 Embarcadero at Green Street
415.528.4444
With a brass band, pie slices and a parade that circles the Pi Shrine 3.14 times, the Exploratorium’s 39th annual Pi Day celebration is packed with activities themed around the irrational number. How many digits do you know?
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 14
San Francisco
From 2nd & Market to the Civic Center, 355 McAllister Street
415.661.2700
A nearly 175-year old San Francisco tradition, this annual parade emphasizes cross-cultural connection as it winds from 2nd and Market to the Civic Center, where a music festival and traditional Irish food stands will follow. Along the parade route, there are Irish dancers, marching band performances, appearances from city officials and more than 120 vibrant floats made by community members and celebrants from all over.
SF Giants FanFest at Oracle Park
March 14
San Francisco
Oracle Park
24 Willie Mays Plaza
415.972.2000
Get in the spirit of the upcoming MLB season at the final stop of the Giants’ FanFest Tour. Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants, will be full of fans, players and broadcasters and Lou Seal during this fan-favorite and free event. Reserve your free ticket now to sidle up next to a trophy or get a rare view of the field from the home dugout.
Flower Bulb Day
March 21
San Francisco
Union Square
415.781.7880
Tulips, tulips and more tulips are coming to Union Square, and nothing says “Spring” quite like them. Pick your favorites from the 80,000 Dutch flowers that will spring up for one day only. We advise showing up right when the garden opens, as these beauties are snapped up quickly.
Mill Valley Spring Faire
March 21
Mill Valley
Mill Valley Community Center
180 Camino Alto
415.383.1370
This fun-filled, family-friendly event is bursting with festive vibes and exciting activities for all ages. Explore a vibrant array of vendors, let the little ones enjoy the Toddler Zone, and dive into a world of games, crafts, and interactive activities.
Annual Marin Powwow
March 22
Kentfield
College of Marin, Kentfield Campus Gymnasium
700 College Avenue
415.342.2049
The Marin American Indian Alliance hosts the county’s annual Marin Powwow, bringing the community together to celebrate the cultural diversity of several indigenous peoples. The festivities include a number of indigenous arts and crafts vendors, plus performances that can include intertribal dancing, traditional California Indian dancers, Azteca dancers and Hawaiian dancers.
27th Annual Persian New Year
March 29
San Rafael
McNears Beach Park
201 Cantera Way
Join Marin’s annual Nowruz (Persian New Year) celebration, featuring food and drinks from KabaBBQ and Golnazar Gourmet Ice Creams, plus music from DJ Teymour and Papillon Boys.
Arts, Lectures & Theater
Fiber and Fire
Thru March 12
Sausalito
Sausalito Center for the Arts
750 Bridgeway
415.810.6089
Through inventive techniques and bold three-dimensional concepts, more than 35 Bay Area artists transform thread, fabric and unconventional materials into sculptural works that reflect both craft and contemporary art.
Famous Opera Choruses with the Marin Symphony
March 14–15
Novato
Marin School of the Arts
625 Arthur Street
415.479.8100
Conducted by Eric Choate and performed by the Marin Symphony Chorus, this highly anticipated show presents a selection of beloved opera choruses from the likes of Mozart, Borodin, Donizetti, Verdi and even Bernstein.
The Jury Experience – Death by AI: Will San Francisco Deliver Justice?
March 20
San Francisco
Brava Theater Center
2781 24th Street
415.641.7657
This immersive theatre show places you at the center of the courtroom, with a chance to engage with the foundation of our justice system. Your decisions shape hidden angles in the case, making every show different.
Performing Arts Academy of Marin Presents Annie the Musical
March 21–22
San Rafael
Marin Center Showcase Theater
20 Avenue of the Flags
415.473.4381
Join the big city adventure as the charming little orphan Annie sets off to find her parents who left her at the orphanage run by the cruel and scheming Miss Hannigan. The show features performers ages 5–15, along with the PAAM Dance Squad.
The Pout-Pout Fish
March 22
Santa Rosa
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
50 Mark West Springs Road
707.546.3600
Dive into this colorful adaptation of the bestseller, co-conceived, directed and designed by the acclaimed puppeteers of AchesonWalsh Studios.
Comedy
Tuesday Night Comedy at the Throckmorton
March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Mill Valley
Throckmorton Theatre
142 Throckmorton Avenue
415.383.9600
This stand-up comedy showcase has run for over 20 years, and is known by many comedians who stop by to try new material out before filming specials or continuing their tours.
Heavyweight Stand-Up Comedy at Mac’s: Dan “Gonzo” Machanik vs. Corde Snell
March 12
Fairfax
Mac’s at 19 Broadway
Broadway
415.785.7254
This double bill of road-tested Bay Area comedy favorites will surely make for a joyous night in downtown Fairfax. Don’t miss these up-and-comers and the chance to support local comedy in one of Marin’s small-town treasures.
Craig Robinson
March 13–15
San Francisco
Cobbs Comedy Club
915 Columbus Avenue
415.928.4320
Famed actor, comedian, musician and Hollywood producer Craig Robinson is known for fan-favorite roles on some of the most beloved TV comedies, including The Office. While it’s thrilling for fans to witness the talent from scene-stealing moments in Knocked Up or Hot Tub Time Machine, expect a diverse show that conveys his many talents.
David Nihill: Taking Tangents Tour
March 19–21
San Francisco
Punchline Comedy Club
444 Battery Street
415.397.7573
This beloved Irish comedian is a winner of the San Francisco Comedy Competition — an honor nearly shared by past finalists Ellen DeGeneres and Robin Williams. His act draws on his wide travels, cultural observations, attempts at language study, (occasional) international drinking session(s) and being a “mildly confused immigrant.”
Film
John Carpenter’s They Live
March 6–7
Larkspur
Lark Theater
549 Magnolia Avenue
415.924.5111
Ignore the cheesy or dated effects to benefit from the still-relevant story exploring the media and the government keeping the population subdued via subliminal messaging touting conformity and consumerism.
30th Anniversary Berlin & Beyond Film Festival
March 19–23
San Francisco & Berkeley
Festival opening at the Castro Theatre
429 Castro Street
415.864.0815
For its 30th year, this German-themed fest comes to four beloved Bay Area cultural centers, including a special return to the iconic Castro Theatre, where the festival had its first program in 1996. Selections include the latest works of renowned German film auteurs Fatih Akin and Christian Petzold.
Sonoma International Film Festival
March 25–29
Sonoma
103 East Napa Street, Suite 2A
707.933.2600
The 29th annual Sonoma International Film Festival draws in filmmakers and film lovers from around the world. It shows over 100 international films while also celebrating the food and drink that makes Sonoma Wine Country world-famous.
Food & Drink
Sausalito Restaurant Week
March 16–22
Sausalito
You’re invited to wine, dine and have a great time at Sausalito Restaurant Week. Boasting unique local flavors and spectacular seaside views, this bohemian town has become one of the Bay Area’s most desirable dining destinations; here’s your chance to sample the best the town has to offer with set menus for lunch and dinner from 9 different local restaurants.
Oakland Restaurant Week
March 12–22
Oakland
Various eateries throughout Oakland
510.839.9000
Experience 10 days of unexpected pairings and fusion-style flavors within Oakland’s vibrant food scene. During this yearly event, a range of eateries ranging from food trucks to neighborhood eateries to Michelin rated restaurants offer special lunch and dinner menus showcasing the city’s diverse food culture.
20th Annual California Artisan Cheese Festival
March 20–22
Various locations throughout Sonoma County
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
1450 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa
707.545.4200
Ever been on a cheese crawl? A crawl through The Barlow in Sebastopol is just one of many events, along with pairings and seminars, during this three-day cheese festival showcasing fine cheese.
Museums
What About Age?
Now thru May 6
San Rafael
Marin Civic Center
1st and 3rd Floor Galleries, 3501 Civic Center Drive
415.473.4381
This exhibit examines ageism, aiming to challenge stereotypes around aging and promote intergenerational conversations through the lens of art. In partnership with Youth in Arts, the exhibit will feature artworks by local youth and senior artists.
Speaker Series: Women of Early California
March 18
San Rafael
First Presbyterian Church
Fifth & E Streets?
415-382-1182
Join Professors Rose Marie Beebe and Robert M. Senkewicz as they present women’s firsthand accounts from the days when California was part of Spain and Mexico.
Music
Petty Theft – Tom Petty Tribute
March 6–7
Mill Valley
Sweetwater Music Hall
19 Corte Madera Avenue
415.388.3850
At the forefront of legendary Rock and Roll bands, you are sure to find Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. Since 2003, San Francisco-based Petty Theft has been touring the United States performing Tom Petty’s songs true to the originals and in the spirit of the Heartbreakers’ live shows.
Corb Lund
March 21
Novato
Hopmonk Novato
224 Vintage Way
415.892.6200
A rural Albertan hailing from the foothills of the Rocky Mountains with a long family lineage of ranchers and rodeo people, Lund is about as authentic as they come, and equally as hard to define. In 2022, Lund won his 14th career Canadian Country Music Award and made his debut at the historic Grand Ole Opry.
Donavon Frankenreiter
March 31
Petaluma
Mystic Theatre
23 Petaluma Boulevard North
707.765.2121
Fans of Jack Johnson or mellow musicianship in general will love seeing this master surfer and surf rock performer in the iconic North Bay theater. His unique blend of laid-back grooves, philosophical lyrics and soulful delivery makes his latest album, Get Outta Your Mind, a worthy effort for his 20th year as a recording artist,
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Give Back When You Go Out: Volunteer
Looking for more ways to give back to our community by volunteering your time? Here’s a list of Marin County nonprofits supporting a variety of causes — ranging from helping our most vulnerable residents to keeping our environment healthy — where your assistance can really make a difference.
