Memorial Day Weekend in Bay Area 2011

Here are some fun activities to go to with kids in Bay Area this weekend:

SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco Carnaval Parade + Festival FREE
Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Harrison Street between 16th and 22nd Street
San Francisco, CA
Carnaval Grand Parade: Sunday, May 29, 9:30 a.m.
Begins at Bryant & 24th Streets, proceeds down Mission to 17th Street
Games, Face Painting, Dance show, learn to play from professional drummers
West Coast’s largest annual multi-cultural celebration.


EAST BAY

San Ramon Art & Wind Festival FREE

Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30 10 am – 5 pm
San Ramon Central Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd
San Ramon, CA
Kite flying demo, kids activities, arts & crafts, live entertainment
The San Ramon Art & Wind Festival blows into town on May 29 & 30 in San Ramon Central Park. The festival includes over 200 arts & crafts booths, entertainment on 3 stages, kite-flying demos, free kite making workshops, kids' activities


NORTH BAY

Caledonia Street Spring Faire – FREE
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Caledonia Street/ City Hall
420 Litho Street
Sausalito, CA
The Caledonia Street Spring Faire in Sausalito (May 29, 2011) is a free event that provides five blocks of fine arts and crafts, fun festival food and family entertainment. Art, Music, Dance, Delectable Fare, and a Fun & Festive children’s Area. With over 100 fine arts and crafts vendors, food and entertainment, this event is truly for the entire family. The Faire has a strong focus on music and dance performances with international flair on three stages of live entertainment. The show will go on rain or shine.

This weekend in Bay Area: Hometown Days, Arts & Festivals, DooF-a-Palooza, Maker Faire, Asian Heritage Celebration

Here are some fun FREE activities for kids and family in the Bay Area for the weekend of May 20-22, 2011

SAN FRANCISCO

7th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration FREE

Saturday, May 21, 2011 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Civic Center/Little Saigon District
Larkin and McAllister Streets
San Francisco, CA
Live performances, children’s area, Asian American artists, scrumptious food, fun activities for family and friends.





PENINSULA

San Carlos Hometown Days at Burton Park FREE
May 20-22, 2011
Burton Park, San Carlos
Unique San Carlos tradition that features a parade on Saturday, May 21st at 9:45 am, as well as 2 stages of live music, food, entertainment and fun for the entire family all weekend long.
The Kiwanis "Pasta In The Park" Steak Dinner, the Rotary 10-K Fun Run, High School Battle of the Bands, Society Skate Park, kids attractions, Pet Parade, beer & wine garden, fantastic food, the Marketplace.

Maker Faire
May 21–22, 2011
San Mateo Event Center
2495 S Delaware Street
San Mateo, Ca
From arts and crafts to feats of engineering, great place to learn something new.
This event is not free, admission fee ranges from $5-$25, but worth checking out, if your kids are into making things.

A La Carte & Art Festival FREE
May 21-22, 2011 – 10am to 6pm
Castro Street, Mountain View, California
Live music, arts and crafts show with 200 of the west coast’s top artists showing their latest handcrafted wares, artisan specialty food purveyors, health and wellness displays, an organic and green products showcase, home and garden exhibits, festive food and drink with premium wine, microbrews, margaritas and mojitos, a farmers’ market with fresh seasonal produce, a classic car show, kids’ amusements in the Tons of Fun Zone.

NORTH BAY

YouthFest Fair and Concert FREE
Saturday, May 21, 2011 11:00am–4:00pm
Depot Plaza, Miller Ave & Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Live music and educational scavenger hunts for youth of all ages will support the United Nations Millennium Development Goals to reduce world poverty. Activities for pre-school age children will be at Old Mill Park. Youth will learn about solutions to global issues and vote to move community donations to the causes they care about.

EAST BAY

DooF-a-Palooza FREE

Sunday, May 22, 2011 • 10 am – 5 pm
Jack London Square, Oakland
Food and family festival for children of all ages and adults festivals.
Face Painting, Carnival, Pony rides, food vendors, contests, games, entertainment and fun hands-on activities with growers, chefs, purveyors, businesses, and cookbook authors.

Bay Area Paddlefest FREE (12 and under)
Saturday-Sunday, May 21-22, 2011
Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area
Fremont, CA
Try out canoeing, kayaking and stand up paddleboarding.
Take classes from professional instructors, play games and spend the day enjoying paddlesports. This is a great chance to introduce your kids to a healthy, active, outdoor sport that they can enjoy for years.

Mother's Day Weekend in Bay Area 2011

Here's a list of Mother's Day activities in Bay Area this weekend (most of them are free)


SAN FRANCISCO

Spring Family Festival at Asian Art Museum

Sunday, May 8, 2011 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Asian Art Museum
200 Larkin St
San Francisco, CA
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Bali at the Asian Art Museum. “Meet” Balinese goddesses and hear stories about their role in Indonesian culture. Make masks, learn Balinese and Japanese dances, and create shadow puppets among other things. Sun., 10:30 am – 4:30 pm. $17/adult; children 13 and under free. All ages

Dolores Park Cinco de Mayo FREE
Saturday, May 7, 2011 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Dolores Park
18th and Dolores Sts
San Francisco, CA
Cinco de Mayo in Dolores Park starts with a Zumba-thon exercise class so you can sample all the food vendors with impunity. Dance off pan de dulce with music and performances from local artists throughout the day. The Kids Zone includes arts and crafts, balloon art, magic tricks.

Mother's Day Marina Green 5K
Sunday, May 8 starting at 9
Marina Green
San Francisco
Take a run on Marina Green. Kids are welcome for their own run.
Cost: $3-5 (kids' 1/2 mile run is free)

Mother's Day Brunch at The Westin St. Francis
Sunday, May 8 10:00a to 2:00p
at The Westin - St. Francis, San Francisco, CA
Indulge mom with a special Mother's Day brunch buffet featuring an array of delectable selections such as: a meat carving station with prime rib and honey baked ham; made to order omelets; sushi and a seafood station; fresh fruit and cheeses; a selection of house made desserts and much more. Brunch is available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; $67.50 adults; $33 for children ages 12 and younger.

PENINSULA

Almost Mother’s Day Kid’s Concert FREE
Saturday, May 7, 2011 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Courthouse Square
2200 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA
Kids’ concert with Bay Area favorite Andy Z and the Andyland Band. Make crafts for your mom and bounce around in the inflatable playland.

89th Annual May Fête FREE
Saturday, May 7, 2011 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Downtown
University Ave
Palo Alto, CA
March in the 89th Annual May Fête parade. Kids can march in a costume, on their bikes, trikes, scooters, skates and anything else with wheels (non motorized) or come with your four-legged friends. Reading and Literacy Fair on Lytton Plaza from 9-11am featuring great books, literacy groups, our local library and friends groups. After the parade, hang out at the PiE Fair, sponsored by Partners in Education. Enjoy food, music, and games from 10:00 – 1:00 pm at Addison School

Mother's Day Celebration at Hidden Villa
Sunday, May 8 from 3-5
Hidden Villa Farm
26870 Moody Rd
Los Altos Hills, CA
Concert with Chelle and Friends at this Mother’s Day concert. Bring a blanket and picnic snack, and make some crafts for “Mom.” Free face painting and a visit to the farm.
Cost: $15/person

SOUTH BAY

LGPNS Fantasy Faire
Saturday, May 7, 2011 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Los Gatos Civic Center Lawn
110 E Main St
Los Gatos, CA
The 22nd annual LGPNS Fantasy Faire includes all those things that children’s fantasies are made of: pony rides, petting zoos, games, and music.

NORTH BAY

Summer Program Kick Off and Bike Rodeo FREE
Saturday, May 7, 2011 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
San Pablo Park
2800 Park St
Berkeley, CA
Get a taste of the amazing City Recreation programs that kids and adults can enjoy this summer! There will a Bike Skillz Course, circus performers, dunk tank, and free helmets! Bring your bike, scooter, skateboard, and helmet.

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Saturday, May 7, 2011 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Bay Area Discovery Museum
557 McReynolds Rd
Sausalito, CA
Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno will perform a free outdoor dance performance, followed by the wonderful music of Mariachi Los Cachorros, or The Puppies. Make a paper flower or a “tin” ornament as a recurerdo or remembrance of the day.