The Novato Art, Wine & Music Festival returns June 7th & 8th. It promises to be a weekend packed with live music, amazing local art, and fantastic food, wine and craft beer.
There will be live music galore on the Main Stage with top-tier performances by Tainted Love (80s tribute band); Aja Vu (bringing the best of Steely Dan & Chicago); and The Outlaws and New Monsoon.
Savor & sip a wide selection of premium wines, craft brews, and refreshing margaritas. Don’t forget to grab a commemorative beer & wine glass for just $8. Treat your taste buds to a delicious spread, from teriyaki chicken kebabs, crab fries, and lobster rolls to gourmet chicken wings, snow cones, and kettle corn.
Stroll through unique vendor booths showcasing fine home décor, sculptures, paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry, and more!
For the kids, there will be a petting zoo, eco-art workshops, bouncy bungee jumpers, face painting, and more.
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Admission is FREE.
Sushi was originally invented as a means of preservation, during a time when fermented rice was used to store fish up to a year. And this Friday, The Fairfax Festival and EcoFest returns on Saturday & Sunday, June 7th and 8th. This family-friend outdoor events will feature Live Music, Beer & Wine, Food + Drinks, Arts & Crafts, Kids Entertainment, and a Flea Market featuring 40 independent vendors.
The festivities kick off Friday evening (8:30pm) with a Family Film Night in the Ballfield. The annual parade takes place on Saturday morning (10am). Then get ready to enjoy two days of celebrating the good things in life and in Fairfax.
Come hear great local music at three stages, shop for crafts and flea market treasures, enjoy fresh, wholesome food, beer, wine tasting, entertain the kids in their expanded children’s area, and ponder social and environmental issues at the Ecofest. Once again they will have US PureWater filtered water stands so you can refill your water containers.
The Festival is put on by a volunteers group of friends and neighbors. So be sure to support your local craftspeople, artists, flea marketers, breweries, and food purveyors.
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Admission is FREE.
Western Weekend, West Marin’s celebration of its agricultural roots, returns June 7th - 8th to Point Reyes Station.
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Saturday, June 7th
• 9am – 2pm – see local producers at the “Wild West” Farmers Market at Toby’s Feed Barn
• 2pm - 4pm – visit the special Agricultural Photography Exhibit at 11101 Highway 1 for the Opening Reception of “Honoring Those Who Labor on the Land"
• 6:30pm - Grand Marshal and Jr. Grand Marshal introductions
• 7pm - Barn Dance (swing your partner round and round)
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Sunday June 8th – Parade starts at Noon
The feast starts at 11:30am at the Food Corral by Toby’s Feed Barn. Come for Papermill Creek’s Oysters, then check out West Marin Rotary’s Chili Booth, dig into the Farm Bureau’s famous BBQ chicken or a home-made taco dinner to benefit Tomales High School’s 11th grade class.
Grab complementary ice cream provided by Straus Family Creamery and enjoy music DJ’d by KWMR.
Meet new friends in time for Summer, five minutes at a time, at Mog Asu -Tiburon's new wine bar! This speed dating party is targeted to men and women in their 30s and 40s (check our website for other age ranges).
SCHEDULE:
6:45 PM – 7:00 PM Registration
7:00 PM – 7:15 PM: Speed Dating Introduction
7:15 PM – 9:00 PM: Speed Dating Session
The event is co-sponsored by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, which helps restore sight to the blind.
Dress to impress.
Tickets: $30 (early bird); $45 (regular); $55 (at the door)
Clear out your closet and find something new-to-you at Cinelounge's Vintage Market and Clothing Swap on Sunday, June 8th!
Bring your clean, gently used clothes to their drop-off days, then join them for a fun and sustainable wardrobe refresh—with friends, food, drinks, and vintage finds. Classic movie montage clothing makeovers will play on-screen. Here's how it works...
👚 Drop off your items during one of the times below.
🎟️ For each item you bring, you'll get 1 ticket.
🛍️ Use your tickets on the day of to pick out new pieces from the swap.
✨ Shop their curated vintage pop-up market (open to all with a ticket)
🍕🍷 Enjoy Tony’s Pizza, mimosas, wine, and delicious snacks while you mingle and refresh your wardrobe!
Clothing Drop-Off Times:
📅 Tuesday, June 3rd | 4pm – 6pm
📅 Friday, June 6th | 4pm - 6pm
Downtown Tiburon is kicking off summer on June 13th with Friday Night on Main. Join friends and neighbors for food and drinks from your favorite downtown restaurants.
On street outdoor dining will be provided by Main Street restaurants including Salt & Pepper, The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina, Caviar Co, Caffe Acri, Waypoint Pizza, Petite Left Bank, Malibu Farm, and Sam's Anchor Cafe.
There will be plenty of family-friendly entertainment including games, a photo booth, balloon animals and special movie showings.
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Admission is FREE.
Mill Valley's 4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival is taking place in the Downtown Plaza on Saturday, June 14th. This vibrant and inclusive celebration honors the rich history and enduring legacy of Juneteenth—often referred to as African American Independence Day.
This family-friendly event is designed to celebrate the spirit of Juneteenth with joy, reflection, and community connection.
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Admission is FREE.
The Mill Valley Arts Commission's Comedy in the Plaza returns to downtown Mill Valley on Thursday, June 26th.
Join friends and neighbors for a hilarious evening featuring the comedy stylings of Cory Kahaney, Jourdain Fisher, Clara Bijl, and Jeremy Alder. Wyatt Cote will be your MC for the show.
Grab a lawn chair, warm clothes/blanket, grab snacks at nearby restaurants like Mamahuhu, Boo Koo, Playa, and Gravity Tavern, and settle in for a night of laughter and fun! If you're thirsty, Piazza D'Angelo will have their famous Aperol Spritz cart at the event!
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Admission is FREE.
Join Eria on Friday, June 27th for a five-course blindfolded dinner where taste, aroma, texture, and sound take center stage. Each course has been thoughtfully crafted to surprise and delight, and is paired with a premium spirit to elevate your experience. Shed the visual. Savor the invisible.
What to Expect:
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Tickets: $140 (Limited to 30 seats)
Whether a caviar connoisseur or just curious, expand your palate at The Caviar Co.’s quarterly Caviar Masterclass on Saturday, June 28th.
June's “Caviar Masterclass” will focus on Brunching with Caviar and be led by The Caviar Co.'s very own founder Petra Higby, Executive Chef Jermey Jarman and Sommelier Jai Wilson. The intimate afternoon will spotlight 5 different caviars, paired with a delectable and brunch staple.
-- Eggs Benedict and Amber Osetra
-- Quiche and Siberian Sturgeon
-- Croissant with Honey Butter
-- Classic White Sturgeon
-- Waffles and Hackleback
-- Yogurt Panna Cotta
Guests will learn about ways to incorporate and pair the decadent pearls with brunch classics, the history of traditional caviar brunch dishes, and more from Petra who has spent over a decade in the industry. To top off the afternoon, each caviar bite will be paired with exclusive vintages from Saint Chamant, a Champagne house in the Épernay region.
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Tickets - $165 per person
