Can you believe it's already been one year? Neither can we!
Needless to say, time flies when you're having fun.
Join Corner Bar in celebrating its one-year anniversary this Thursday, May 8th. They'll be serving complimentary bites from 9pm - 10:30pm. Last seating for dinner will be 7:30pm. DJ Jimmy Hits will be spinning from 9pm to late into the night. So bring your dancing shoes + party vibes!
No RSVP required. They look forward to raising a glass with you!
The 35th Annual May Madness Classic Car Show & Parade is back and ready to roll this Saturday in downtown San Rafael!
It all started in 1986 with a small gathering of Greg Borrelli’s Hot Rod friends. Today there are hundreds of classic cars and hot rods from the early 1920s to muscle cars of the early ’70s.
There will be plenty of rockin' eats & drinks for purchase from local restaurants like State Room Brewery and Pond Farm Beers. There will also be live music at 3 outdoor areas (at Glazed & Confused, Libation & 4th and A Streets). Bands include: The Other Guys; Jo Jo Diamond Band; Neon Grey Band; Kid Galaga; Bo & Peach; Five Ways Up.
The action takes place on 4th Street from Lincoln to D Street. The Parade starts at A Street, goes up 4th to H Street, then back down 4th Street and disperses at Lincoln
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Admission is FREE.
The annual Marin Open Studios returns in various locations throughout Marin County. For two weekends, art lovers from across the Bay Area are invited to visit art studios all over Marin County for a self-guided tour to meet the artists, enjoy their portfolio of artwork up close, and purchase work directly from the artists. Over 265 artists of every stripe including sculptors, pottery, abstract and figurative painters, photographers, textile, and jewelers to name a few are participating in the 2025 Marin Open Studios, including 60 new artists.
The public is also invited to preview artwork from participating artists at the Marin Open Studios Preview Gallery, April 25 through May 11, at the Sausalito Center for the Arts.
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Check website for locations.
The Ritter Center's annual signature fundraiser, Under the Stars, takes place on Wednesday, May 14th at the Clubhouse at Peacock Gap.
The evening begins at 5:30pm (VIP Reception at 5pm), followed by an elegant dinner, a live auction, and a special recognition of hard working honorees. Under the Stars brings together over 200 attendees, including corporate sponsors, business leaders, and philanthropists, all united in support of Ritter Center’s mission. Since its launch in 2019, the event has raised over $500,000 to help prevent homelessness and improve the health and well-being of Marin County’s most vulnerable populations.
This year's theme, "Dare to Dream," poignantly connects the experience of sleepless nights on the streets with the profound impact of homelessness and poverty on people's life aspirations. Funds raised will directly support Ritter Center’s wrap-around services and programs aimed at preventing and resolving homelessness.
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Tickets: $250 (individual); $475 (couples)
Celebrate the Mill Valley Garden Tour's 30th Anniversary with a self-guided tour of 7 stunning private gardens, including the historic estate of Mill Valley’s founder.
Enjoy garden-inspired sips with your souvenir glass, ride a vintage cable car, and explore charming downtown Mill Valley.
Add a touch of elegance with Champagne Tea in the Outdoor Art Club’s Main Hall—live music, a silent auction, giveaways, and more await!
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Garden Tour Tickets: $100 (includes souvenir glass)
Garden Tour + Champagne Tea: $150
** Choose your start time: 9am, 10am, 11am, or 12pm
Celebrate 30 years of beauty, history, and community!
Step into the spotlight for an unforgettable evening of laughter, legacy, and lively entertainment as we honor the friends & supporters who keep Marin Theatre Co. thriving.
Expect an enchanting mix of: Live music; Drinks & catered dinner; Commedia dell’arte performance; Renaissance dance lessons; Photo booth fun; Silent & live auctions with fabulous finds!
Celebrate the heroes behind the scenes — the generous donors, tireless volunteers, and passionate advocates who’ve helped us shine over the years. Let’s raise a glass to their impact—and inspire a new generation of giving to support the arts in Mill Valley! Feeling theatrical? Come in costume!
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Tickets: $175 (single) | $350 (couples)
🚐 Optional shuttle departs from Marin Theatre Co at 4:30pm.
Kick off the season at Sausalito's Spring Fling at Marinship Park. It'll be a day full of live music, tasty bites, and fun!
Your General Admission ticket gives you access to an incredible lineup of live performances featuring: JeConte and The Salty Daws; The David Outlaw Band; and Robby D.
But that's just the beginning! Explore a festival full of energy with access to all the action, including:
-- A mouthwatering Pig Roast
-- The ultimate BBQ Sauce Competition – taste and vote for your favorite
-- Celebrity Bartender appearances shaking things up
-- Craft Cocktails, Beer, Wine, and Aperol Spritz Booth
-- Classic and quirky Festival Games
-- A wild ride on the Mechanical Bull
-- Kid-approved fun with a Bouncy House and Face Painting
-- Food, drink, and activities available for purchase.
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The 51st Annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firemen’s BBQ returns on Sunday, May 25th at Santos Meadow in Muir Beach. Enjoy delicious food, fantastic live music, tasty craft beers, premium wine, and a whole lot of fun for the family. The Firemen’s Barbecue is a festive gathering and fundraiser for the Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department and a favorite Memorial Day Weekend tradition in Marin.
Live music will keep the energy high all day! Local favorites Lumanation will get the crowd dancing with upbeat reggae music, and then perennial favorites Andre’s All-Star take the stage and bring classic rock and R&B.
BBQ chicken and vegetarian tamale lunches, desserts, plus sodas, beer and wine will be available for purchase, as are clothing and other items featuring the famous Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department iconic dog logo. The day’s activities end with a raffle for over 100 prizes.
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Suggested donation: $10 for walk-in and bike-in attendees.
** Parking is $30 per vehicle; carpooling is encouraged.
