Plant Collecting Across the Globe with Plantsman Dan Hinkley

Renowned plantsman Dan Hinkley takes you on a globe-trotting exploration of plant collecting, sharing four decades of field discoveries and stories from his travels and Windcliff garden. Learn how he identifies rare and unusual perennials and brings global diversity to today’s gardens, live at UC Botanical Garden.

Animate a Ghostly Greeting - Adult Studio Session

Join the Walt Disney Family Museum's In-Person Studio Series for Animate a Ghostly Greeting, an adult-focused hands-on workshop exploring playful animation techniques in a museum setting.

TechFest

TechFest at the Computer History Museum on 2026-03-28 brings talks, demos and hands-on exhibits exploring computing history and current innovations for professionals, students and tech enthusiasts.

Opening Day at Gilroy Gardens

Kick off the season with Opening Day at Gilroy Gardens, a family-friendly celebration at the iconic California theme park. The day features rides, garden displays, and kid-friendly activities starting at 10:00 AM, with new season surprises across the park.

Opening Day 2026

Gilroy Gardens reopens for the 2026 season with kid-friendly rides, garden-focused attractions, and family activities — a full day out for children and parents in Gilroy, CA.

Robo Expo at Chabot Space and Science Center

Explore the cutting edge of autonomous robotics at Chabot Space & Science Center on March 28. From Martian rovers to driverless cars and kitchen bots, see live demos, talk with engineers, and imagine how robots reshape life on Earth and beyond.

Foodwise Demo: Christina Teav-Liu, Mama Teav’s & Gaby Maeda

Join a Foodwise demo at Ferry Plaza with Christina Teav-Liu, Mama Teav’s, and Gaby Maeda. Watch live demonstrations and sample Southeast Asian flavors, as these renowned chefs share stories, techniques, and a taste of their collaboration in a casual yet professional setting at the Ferry Building.

Mark Foehringer’s Alice In Wonderland 2026

Mark Foehringer’s Alice In Wonderland returns to the Cowell Theater at Fort Mason Center For Arts & Culture for a delightful family-friendly stage adaptation of the classic tale. The morning performance brings imaginative direction and live acting to a beloved children’s story in a San Francisco arts venue.

SOB x RBE @ Oakland Arena

SOB x RBE headlining a stacked West Coast hip-hop bill with Mozzy, Berner, DJ Quik and more at Oakland Arena on Mar 28, 2026 — a high-energy live rap show for fans of Bay Area hip-hop.

Open: Art Lab

Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.

Yerba Buena Gardens Egg Hunt

Join the Yerba Buena Gardens Egg Hunt in San Francisco for a cheerful outdoor morning of egg-hunting in a central urban park. This family-friendly event invites kids to explore the grounds, search for eggs, and enjoy festive activities in a lively city-center setting. A free, kid-focused outing perfect for families.

Redemption Easter Carnival (SF)

Join a free, family-friendly Easter carnival at Raymond Kimbell Field from 10:00–13:00 with carnival games, Easter egg hunts, jump houses, snacks and refreshments, plus a large community food pantry of household goods.

Performance: Bridging the Borders with Sirvan Manhoobi and Friends

An intimate, cross-cultural theatre performance at SF Public Library—Richmond, featuring Sirvan Manhoobi and friends. This afternoon set blends spoken word and live music to explore borders and shared stories, inside a welcoming library stage that invites curiosity and dialogue.

Workshop: Chanchitos De La Suerte, Lucky Little Piggie

Join a family-friendly crafting workshop at SF Public Library Golden Gate Valley to make Chanchitos de la Suerte, the lucky little pigs. A creative, bilingual activity perfect for kids and caregivers, blending Spanish and English as you decorate and take home a cheerful charm.

Abstract Lounge: DJ Set with David Israel Katz

David Israel Katz delivers an electronic DJ set in the SF Public Library's Golden Gate Valley branch, offering a late-afternoon Abstract Lounge experience. Expect a blend of ambient textures and driving beats inside a modern urban library, turning a quiet space into a collectible sonic moment.

24th Pafnutieff Memorial Tournament

FIDE-rated two-day chess tournament at Mechanics' Institute Chess Club in San Francisco, featuring four rated games per day and ratings by US Chess and FIDE; early registration recommended.

Workshop: Tax-Aid

A library-hosted educational workshop guiding attendees through tax basics and aid options, led at SF Public Library - Ortega. Learn practical tips, forms, and where to get free tax help.

Campfire Program

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Science Saturdays: Hands-on Exploration for Kids

Monthly hands-on science for kids at the Environmental Volunteers EcoCenter, exploring biodiversity and nature with topics like weather, water, and Baylands adaptations.

Los Inquietos del Norte @ San Jose McEnery Convention Center

Los Inquietos del Norte headline a lineup with Edgardo Núñez, Voz de Mando, La Ventaja and more at San Jose McEnery Convention Center on 28 Mar 2026 for an energetic regional Mexican/Latin live show.

Tycho

Tycho returns to The Castro with expansive synthscapes, ethereal melodies, and shimmering visuals, turning the historic SF venue into a moonlit dreamscape where chillwave meets live spectacle under twinkling lights.

Therapy Pets at the Library

Join SF Public Library's Excelsior branch for a friendly session with trained therapy pets. Learn about animal-assisted therapy, meet calm dogs and cats, and enjoy a welcoming, family-friendly activity for all ages.

Oshin: The Soul of the Cherry Blossoms

Tycho @ Castro Theatre

Tycho brings his immersive ambient/electronic live set to the historic Castro Theatre in San Francisco on Mar 28, 2026 for an audiovisual concert experience.