No June gloom here! Summer has begun in Marin, and residents have their pick of outdoor concerts, plus celebrations for Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Here’s a taste of the many great June events from around the county (and a bit beyond).
Click here to see some of the many outdoor concert series happening around Marin this month.
Featured June Events:
Sausalito Pride, June 20-22: Town Night Out, Sausalito Pride Reception, Pride Night at Jazz and Blues by the Bay, A Night in Drag
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June 1 Marin Mile
There are 5,280 feet in a mile, but how many feet will run the Marin Mile? This inaugural event unites the greater Bay Area’s running community in one big day of mile-long races at Archie Williams High School. Multiple heats will break up running groups by expected finish time and gender (note: it’s a gender-inclusive event with groups for men, women and non-binary runners). The day ends with races by the “Elite” groups of runners, attempting to break the record for the fastest mile ran in Marin County!
June 1 Mill Valley Pride in the Plaza
Mill Valley kicks off its month of Pride celebrations with this pride flag raising at Lytton Square, followed by a party in Depot Plaza. Expect live music, a fashion show and more to ignite this new Mill Valley festival.
June 1 Reception for Michael Brennan: 48 Squared
Intertextual, absurd, playful — Michael Brennan’s style incorporates well-known pieces and icons of modern art, while showing his wit and skill as a painter. Attend this artist talk and champagne reception for the exhibition, now extended to run through June 8.
June 2 The 41st Annual Union Street Festival
It’s all happening on Union Street between Fillmore and Octavia on June’s first weekend. You can shop the wares of dozens of local vendors, listen to back-to-back live music or join the “Waiters Race” to see how far you can run with a drink tray.
June 2, 8, 9, 16 The Mountain Play
You never quite know someone until you walk a day in their sparkly, red, thigh-high boots. From the top of Mount Tam, you can have a theatrical experience like no other by watching Kinky Boots from a forest with bay views.
June 4–9 Bouquets to Art
This annual exhibit at the de Young invites floral designers to create arrangements that pay homage to museum masterworks. Open for just five days, this exhibit is your chance to see the museum’s galleries in a new way. You might also walk away with your own bouquet from the flower cart.
June 5 “Live Better Longer” Seminar Series
Worm is the word at this community seminar by the Buck Institute. Join Dr. Gordon Lithgow in a discussion on what worms can teach us about living longer, and how just a few genetic tweaks and drugs can increase their lifespan by 50–100%. buckinstitute.org
June 5–29 Company
An award-winning revival of the Stephen Sondheim/George Furth musical is touring (tearing?) through the country. This production swaps the original male protagonist for the feminine Bobbie, along with some other updates for a 21st-century story that just happens to be 50 years old.
June 7 Queer Chorus of San Francisco
To give you an idea of how fun this concert will be: the choral program ranges from Handel to Björk. Celebrate Pride Month at this free concert, with an even freer wine reception for pre-registered guests, at the beautiful Mill Valley Public Library.
June 8 Mozart on fortepiano
Daniel Adam Maltz plays Mozart and Haydn as they were originally intended, performing not on a grand piano but the instrument’s predecessor, the fortepiano. Catch this show at the Sausalito Center for the Arts.
June 8–9 Festival of Art, Wine and Music
Get a commemorative pint glass from the yearly party on Novato’s Grant Avenue, featuring booze, live music and plenty of shopping. What more could you need?
June 8–9 Fairfax Festival
Another favorite summer festival, Fairfax’s weekend of activities includes a Friday family movie night, parade on Saturday morning and after-parties that go well into the night.
June 9 The 113th Annual Dipsea Race
Over a hundred years of history are baked into this race, which goes from Mill Valley’s town center, then up and down many hills until runners hit Stinson Beach.
June 12–July 7 Pride Not Prejudice
Now two years running, this exhibit at Sausalito Center for the Arts marries the themes of Jane Austen’s novel with LGBTQ+ pride and identity. Art from 20 different artists will explore love, choice and acceptance, with a reception in coordination with Sausalito Pride on June 21.
June 13 Gattaca Screening and Discussion
Dissect this science fiction film — much of it filmed in Marin and the Civic Center — as part of the Smith Rafael Film Center’s “Science on Screen” series. After the film, Dr. Katie Hasson of the Center for Genetics and Society will share her expertise on gene editing and human biotechnology.
Starting June 14 Mrs. Doubtfire cocktails at The Madrigal
BroadwaySF and The Madrigal on Van Ness collaborate on this wacky and totally on-theme cocktail menu, available starting in mid-June to coincide with the Orpheum’s run of Mrs. Doubtfire, The New Musical Comedy. (By the way, did you know that Mrs. Doubtfire is now a musical and also coming to SF this July?) If you visit during July 2–28, you can even get 20% off your tickets to the show — all while sipping a yummy “Oh, Helllloooo” citrus and vodka cocktail, among other quirky beverages.
June 14–16 Country Summer Music Festival
Giddy up, cowboy. The North Bay is going country with this three-day fest featuring acts like Little Big Town and Jordan Davis. You can even camp out after the shows, staying on site at the Sonoma Fairgrounds.
June 15 San Francisco Juneteenth
The city’s historic Fillmore District fills up with carnival games, a classic car show, activities and vendors of all sorts at this celebration of freedom and the Black community.
June 19–29 SF International LGBTQ+ Film Festival
See stories from all around the world and through a variety of media at this long-running and widely recognized film festival for queer art. With yearly attendance hovering around 60,000, this festival might be the city’s most well attended LGBTQ+ arts event.
June 20 Comedy in the Plaza
Kick back and get ready to laugh at the Mill Valley Downtown Plaza during this free comedy event. Five standups will rotate while attendees can soak up the long summer evening.
June 20 Rock the Block Novato: Kick Off Summer
School’s out, and downtown Novato’s summertime happenings won an A+ from me. Rock the Block is Novato’s summer block party, happening from 6–9 p.m. in downtown Novato. Stay tuned for the summer send-off concert coming in September.
June 20–22 Sausalito Pride
Now in its second year running, Sausalito Pride packs the weekend with events for Pride Month. The events lineup promises a Town Night Out, a reception and celebration at Jazz and Blues by the Bay and a ticketed drag event on the final night at Gene Hiller Menswear.
June 20 Town Night Out
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM @ Caledonia Street at Johnson Street
Town Night Out on Caledonia Street is a key highlight of Sausalito Pride, an exciting new initiative by the nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community in Sausalito. The evening aims to unite LGBTQ+ neighbors and allies in a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and acceptance. Guests can enjoy an array of food, signature cocktails, live music, and a raffle with enticing prizes. This event promises an unforgettable evening, fostering community spirit and unity in Sausalito. Hope to see you out!
June 21 Friday With Pride: Sausalito Pride Reception
4:00-6:30 p.m. @ Sausalito Center for the Arts
Come join us as we extend a warm welcome to Sausalito Pride with an evening of wine, drinks, appetizers and art. Sausalito Pride’s mission is to honor, highlight, and uplift the LGBTQ+ community, culture, and heritage of Sausalito and the Sausalito Center for the Arts is thrilled to host this city-wide, Friday evening Pride event. We cordially invite you to be part of this celebration.
June 21 Pride Night at “Jazz and Blues by the Bay”
6:30-8:00 p.m. @ Gabrielson Park
Join us for Pride Night at Jazz and Blues by the Bay!
Friday, June 21st is PRIDE NIGHT at the City of Sausalito’s summer music series, Jazz and Blues by the Bay. An annual event that brings hundreds of community members together for live music each week, this year’s event aims to specifically bring together the LGBTQ+ community in Sausalito. The night’s entertainment will be provided by the Stephanie Teel Band.
June 22 A Night in Drag
7:00-10:00 p.m. @ Gene Hiller Menswear
Join us for an extravagant evening of glamor and celebration at A Night in Drag. Get ready to be dazzled as we showcase the artistry and charisma of drag culture in all its splendor. Prepare to be captivated by jaw-dropping performances from some of the most fabulous drag queens around, as they grace the stage with their unparalleled talent and fierce personalities. Sip on delicious cocktails and indulge in delectable appetizers as you mingle with fellow supporters and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of acceptance and love. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this fabulous event while making a meaningful impact.
- Doors open at 7:00 pm
- Show starts at 8:00 pm
- Tickets are $100 and proceeds benefit Sausalito Pride
June 20–23 Sonoma-Marin Fair
This annual fair bridges the North Bay’s best two coastal counties with goats, rides and funnel cake. Only here can you enjoy the wonderfully ridiculous World’s Ugliest Dog competition — a famous contest which champions animal rescue.
June 22 Marin City Juneteenth Festival
Say hello to the Good News Bear, the mascot of Marin City’s annual Juneteenth community festival. This day honors African American history and the end of slavery — all while having a great time with music, food, a market of African goods and tons of family fun.
June 22 Soy and Tofu Festival
Celebrate the mighty soybean and its many iterations at this community event in Japantown. Cooking demonstrations, free samples and dancing tofu mascots fill the schedule of this too fun tofu extravaganza.
June 25 Dr. Anthony Fauci at Dominican University
Dr. Fauci, of course, was America’s top doctor through the pandemic, and a leader during the HIV/AIDS crisis in the ’80s. Hear his perspective and get his new book On Call at this event presented by Book Passage.
June 28 through July 28 Much Ado About Nothing
Marin’s beloved Shakespeare company returns to its outdoor performance space, kicking off summer with a production of the hilarious Much Ado About Nothing. Witness love, deceit and plenty of verbal sparring in the park at Forest Meadows Amphitheatre.
June 30 San Francisco Pride Parade
It’s all about joy, community and PRIDE at this massive celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Don your best rainbow for actor-singer extraordinaire Billy Porter, the parade’s grand marshal.
Through June 9 San Francisco DocFest
Documentaries don’t have to be dry narration from the History Channel. DocFest pushes the bounds of documentary filmmaking, with a lineup of over 90 compelling, daring and sometimes weird shorts and features.
Through June 30 The Magic Flute
Even more Mozart awaits you at SF Opera. The composer’s final opera hits the War Memorial Opera House for a month of performance. Watch the princess get rescued and learn some German in the meantime.
Through July 22 Phoenix Kingdoms
A multisensory experience through lesser known kingdoms of Southern China, this exhibit at the Asian Art Museum presents recent groundbreaking archaeological finds. Many of these works have never been displayed in the United States.
Outdoor Concerts in Marin
Can you hit them all? These concerts run throughout the summer. Personally, I’m keeping that waterproof blanket in the trunk for a while. Tag us @marinmagazine and use the hashtag #MarinSummerConcerts. If you’ve been to all of them, you’re in the running to win free tickets! (Just kidding… Nearly all of them are free. How about a $100 Visa card?)
| Sausalito Jazz and Blues by the Bay | Sausalito at Gabrielson Park | There are too many spectacular groups to list coming to Jazz and Blues by the Bay. sausalito.gov | Fridays starting June 7. |
| Stern Grove Festival | San Francisco / Online | Okay, it’s not technically Marin, but Stern Grove Festival streams all their concerts online, so you can enjoythis free concert series from your couch, the beach — wherever! sterngrove.org | Sundays starting June 23. |
| Concerts-in-the-Park | Belvedere | Bee Gees covers from YouShould Be Dancing in Belvedere’sCommunity Park. cityofbelvedere.org | Monthly on select Sundays, starting June 16. |
| Corte Madera Summer Concerts | Corte Madera | Jam out to the Zydeco Flames, theCorte Madera Town Band and moreat Menke Park. cortemaderacommunityfoundation.org | Sundays starting June 9. |
| Concerts on the Civic Green | Novato | Local group Wreckless Strangers play one show, followed bysongwriter Matt Jaffe in front of old Novato City Hall. novato.org/events | Every other Friday starting June 7 (except July 5). |
| Hot Amphitheater Nights | Novato | The Hamilton neighborhoodwill hear rocksteady and reggae from Dan Martin and the Noma Rocksteady Band for Hot Amphitheater Nights. novato.org/events | Final Saturdays of the month starting June 29. |
| Music in the Park | San Rafael | Marinwood Park hosts the neigh-borhood for live music, BBQ fromMarinwood Market and even a barfor those 21+. marinwood.org | Select Sundays starting June 28. |
| Summer Nights at Filoli | Woodside | Down the Peninsula, you can enjoy a dreamy evening in the Filoli Historic House and Gardens, complete with pleasant acoustic music and refreshments. filoli.org | Wednesdays & Thursdays starting June 12. |
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