TOP PICKS

October's Best Bets & Fêtes

Here are our picks for fab food and fun!

Our Top Picks

Recommendation  #1
The City of Sausalito

The highly anticipated Sausalito Boat Show returns with a 3-day waterfront festival at Clipper Yacht Harbor. Featuring luxury brand yachts, sailboats, power, and trailerable boats and a comprehensive display of modern maritime craftsmanship.

Discover an expanded showcase of top brands, engaging seminars, local cuisine, live music, and family fun. Immerse yourself in Sausalito's rich maritime culture and experience this must-see waterfront event.

Participating Food Vendors: Fish Restaurant, The Food Truck: Pizza, Sabor A Rancho, Gilligans Poke Shop, Cousins Maine Lobster, Woodbine Bakery, Kona Ice, and FireHouse Coffee

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Tickets$25 advance / $30 at the Gate (single day)

               $45 advance / $50 at the Gate (3-Day pass)

               $99 (VIP Weekend Pass)

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HOURS:
Friday, October 4 - Sunday, October 6: 10am - 6pm
Recommendation #2
Tiburon Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

​There’s a reason the Tiburon Wine Festival is one of the Bay Area’s most popular wine events. Extraordinary wine, food & live music all on the bay!

Featuring wines from both established and small production wineries, the Tiburon Wine festival provides a rare opportunity to experience new wines and savor old favorites - from Napa, Sonoma and as far afield as Italy and Hungary.

Enjoy exceptional food from local restaurants including: The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina, The Caprice, Luna Blu, Servino Ristorante, Salt & Pepper, and Petite Left Bank, to name a few.

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Tickets: $103.22 (includes all wine + food tastings)

**Must be 21 to attend

Note: no infants, strollers or animals allowed on event grounds. This is a rain or shine event. No Refunds.

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 5th: 1pm - 4pm
Recommendation #3
Presidio Yacht Club

Prepare for a magical night of Fashion, Art and Music to benefit the Ross Valley Rotary. Marin Fashion Night isn't just an event; it's a movement towards nurturing local talent and giving back to the community.

Here’s What to Expect:

Exclusive Fashion Show: Step into the world of Marin’s leading designers as they showcase their newest creations.

Art Installations: Wander among stunning works from Marin's artists, each piece narrating a part of our rich cultural story, inviting you to explore and connect.

Culinary Delights: Treat yourself to tasty nibbles and handcrafted cocktails & mocktails, all made by Marin's renowned mixologists.

A Cause to Support: This special night benefits the Ross Valley Rotary Club, honoring their outstanding work across Marin County. Each ticket purchased fuels community projects that are crucial to making Marin a better place for everyone.

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Tickets: $75 (General Admission); $150 (V.I.P.)

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 5th: 6pm - 12am
Recommendation #4
Cavallo Point

Gather your friends on Thursday, October 10th for an evening of fun and pampering as BFF Night returns to Cavallo Point! 

Hosted by the Mercantile and Healing Arts Center & Spa, take the opportunity to reconnect with friends while treating your mind, body and soul to a myriad of small pleasures. Enjoy sips and bites as you discover unique finds from an array of local artisans at our trunk show, all while supporting a fantastic cause. To support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a portion of the proceeds go to Zero Breast Cancer.

Event highlights include: Complimentary mini makeup consultations, tarot card readings, mini stone readings, meditation guidance, wine tastings from Smith Story Wine Cellars, various jewelry and apparel trunk shows, and raffle prizes + gift bags.

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Tickets: $45 (advance); $60 (at door)

 ** Includes light bites, two glasses of wine, and valet or self-parking.

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HOURS:
Thursday, October 10th: 5:30pm - 8pm
Recommendation #5
Novato Theater Company

Novato Theater Company proudly presents the next in their popular series of Comedy Festivals. Get ready for two nights of the Bay Area's best stand-up talent, hosted by John Griffin.

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Friday's line-up: Matt Gubser, Butch Escobar, Emily Rudolph, Paul Conyers, Marcus Howard

Saturday's line-up: Luke Soin, Duat Mai, Steven Asifo, Jon Lehre, Gina Stahl-Haven

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Tickets: $25 per night; $40 for both nights

(wine and beer will be available for purchase)

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HOURS:
Friday & Saturday, October 11 - 12: 8pm - 10pm
Recommendation #6
Bon Air Greenbrae

The Bon Air Invitational Car Show returns to Marin on Saturday, October 12th. 

This FREE day-long festival showcases more than 100 vintage American vehicles – classic coupes, roadsters, trucks, family and muscle cars from Chevy, Ford, Cadillac, Pontiac, LaSalle, Mercury and more.

There will be live music, entertainment for the little ones, and food & sidewalk specials. It promises to be fun for the whole family!

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 12th: 10am - 4pm
Recommendation #7
Visit Novato

Nostalgia Days returns to Downtown Novato on October 11 & 12. The city closes down 7 blocks of beautifully tree lined Grant Avenue for a full day for car enthusiasts to enjoy the show.

With classic rock ‘n roll floating in the air and a live band playing, thousands of visitors come to admire vehicles of all types (classic cars, hot rods and kustoms). Hundreds of local families come out to cheer for the police escorted Hot Rod Cruise through Downtown Novato on Friday evening. 

On Saturday, guests can enjoy cold beer and yummy cocktails as they walk the show! A DJ will be spinning your favorite tunes from the 50s, and a local band will take the stage at 1pm to perform Americana n' Rock. The afternoon is capped off with a full slate of awards given to the best in each category as well as cash prizes for Best in Show and the People’s Choice. 

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Friday, October 11th: 5pm - 7pm; Saturday, October 12th: 10am - 4pm
Recommendation #8
Cavallo Point

Cavallo Point is firing up the BBQ for Fleet Week! As the spectacular Blue Angels soar through the skies for their annual air show, indulge in a mouthwatering array of grilled delights while enjoying live music from Tim Weed & Friends.

Menu:

Pulled Beer-Braised BBQ Pork - with brioche buns

Grilled Organic Chicken - smoky bbq sauce

Black Eyed Pea Stew

Three Cheese Mac and Cheese - parmesan, cheddar, gruyere

Buttered Corn on the Cob

Baby Kale and Little Gem Caesar 

Roasted Butternut Squash and Cauliflower Salad 

Shaved Apple and Fennel Cole Slaw

Buttermilk Biscuits

Watermelon Slices

Strawberry Shortcakes

** Wine and beer available for purchase

Kid's Menu:

Yankee Doodle Hot Dog; All American Mini-Cheeseburger; Macaroni and Cheese; Corn on the Cob; Watermelon; Potato Chips; and Lemonade

Tickets: $85 (Adults); $30 (Kids)

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HOURS:
Sunday, October 13th: 12pm - 3pm
Recommendation #9
The City of Sausalito

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of food, drinks and art on Saturday, October 19th at the 2nd annual A Toast to Sausalito!

Enjoy a Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival with a diverse selection of beverages, artist competitions showcasing the creative works of local artists, and an array of local vendors and merchants. Groove to live musical acts and engage with a variety of performances on their interactive stage throughout the day.

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This event is free for all to attend.

Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival sampling wristbands: $45 - $55 (includes unlimited sampling from 50+ vendors + commemorative glass)

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 19th: 1pm - 5pm
Recommendation #10
Sausalito Center for the Arts

On Saturday, Oct. 26th, join the Sausalito Center for the Arts for an evening of Milagros & Memories! This unforgettable Día de los Muertos celebration is where tradition meets festivity in a vibrant night of music, dance, and culinary delights.

Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere where you can create beautiful memories with your loved ones. Indulge in delicious Mexican food, drinks, music, and art as you celebrate through the night. Illusionist Jay Alexander will be your Master of Ceremonies.

Come dressed in your best Day of the Dead attire! Face painting stations will be available to help you perfect your look. Don't miss out on this night of celebration, culture, and community in support of the Sausalito Center For The Arts.

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Tickets: $135.23

(Proceeds benefit the Sausalito Center for the Arts)

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 26th: 5pm - 8pm