october 1 - 11 @ times vary
The 49th Mill Valley Film Festival brings 11 days of world-class cinema to the Bay Area, featuring international films, premiere screenings, filmmaker panels, and vibrant community gatherings across Marin County.
Sequoia Cinema (25 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley) & Smith Rafael Film Center (1118 Fourth St, San Rafael)
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october 2 @ 5:30pm
Enjoy an official VIP four-course Italian dinner, wine, and live music to celebrate the 10-year anniversary kickoff of the Little Italy San Jose Italian Festival.
Little Italy San Jose, 323 Sharks Way, San Jose, CA 95110
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october 2 @ 5pm - 7PM
Unwind with a cozy, creative afternoon of junk journaling, crafting personalized memories using provided decor, vintage paper, & supplies while sipping a drink.
3200 The Alameda Santa Clara, CA
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october 2 @ 5PM – 8PM
Head to Downtown Boulder Creek for the 4th Annual Treat Walk where artists and merchants hand out candy and treats. Costumes are optional as you explore local shops and community art!
Downtown Boulder Creek, California 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
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October 2 - 4 @ times vary
Stroll through thousands of hand-blown glass pumpkins crafted by Bay Area artisans. Enjoy live glassblowing demonstrations and shop unique art at Santana Row during this vibrant annual fall festival.
Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128
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october 3 @ 12pm - 4PM
Dive into fall festivities at the Pumpkin Patch & Splash! Hosted at the Phillip West Aquatic Center in American Canyon, this unique family event combines a traditional autumn pumpkin patch with an exciting pool day. Grab your swimsuit to find your perfect pumpkin.
Phillip West Aquatic Center, 100 Benton Way, American Canyon, CA
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october 3 @ 1pm - 2PM
Master the art of the classic Italian spritzing cocktail in this fast-paced flash class, learning recipe tips from a beverage expert and enjoying a refreshing drink.
Eataly, 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128
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october 3 @ 12pm - 4pm
Experience a cozy small-town county fair featuring classic carnival games, a mechanical bull, wreath making, live music, a farm animal meet & greet, and delicious fall treats.
Downtown Santa Cruz, Pacific Avenue & Cooper Street, Santa Cruz, 95060
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october 3 @ 10AM – 3PM
Climb aboard emergency vehicles, buses, and construction equipment! Explore hands-on STEM stations, watch pumpkins smashed from heights, and enjoy the BBQ & Beer Garden.
Capitola Mall Parking Lot, 1855 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
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October 3 @ 12pm - 5pm
Celebrate Oktoberfest with cold Bavarian beer, giant pretzels, traditional polka music, stein-holding competitions, and lively chicken dancing in Japantown.
San Pedro Square Market, 87 N San Pedro St, San Jose, CA 95110
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october 3 - 4 @ Check schedule
Experience a high-energy running weekend through Silicon Valley featuring flat, fast courses, live bands, DJs, and cheering crowds along a vibrant downtown backdrop.
S Market St. at Viola Ave, San Jose, CA 95110
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october 4 @ 11am - 6pm
Celebrate community, diversity, and joy at San Francisco's legacy street fair founded by Harvey Milk, featuring multiple entertainment stages, local artisans, and vibrant street dancing.
Castro & Market Streets, San Francisco, CA 94114
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october 4 @ 11am - 5PM
Celebrate Bavarian traditions under the Big Tent at Marin Country Mart with a lively biergarten, authentic Wiesn food, music from the Zicke Zacke Band, traditional pretzel crafts, and spirited stein-holding and best-dressed contests.
Marin Country Mart (The Big Tent), 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur, CA 94939
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october 9 @ 8Pm
Come on down for an interactive stage show version of the iconic television game show, featuring classic games, celebrity hosts, and a chance to win fabulous prizes.
San Jose Civic, 135 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA 95113
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october 9 - 11 @ 12PM – 4PM (Air Show daily)
San Francisco's premier waterfront celebration returns with the spectacular U.S. Navy Blue Angels air show, ship tours, military bands, and community festivals.
San Francisco Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
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october 10 @ 8:45AM – 10:30AM
Kick off the Halloween season at Mission College with a spirited 5K walk/run filled with costumes, music, and festive family fun across a lively campus course.
Mission College, Santa Clara, CA
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October 10 @ 10am - 3pm
Experience the harvest season at SRJC's Shone Farm Fall Festival with u-pick pumpkins and apples, animal meet-and-greets, hayrides, tractor displays, wine tasting, family photo stations, and a vibrant local food court.
7450 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, CA
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october 10 @ 6PM – 9PM
The 51st Sonoma County Harvest Fair Awards Gala returns with "Red, White and Sparkle! A Celebration in Every Glass." Guests will enjoy over 100 award-winning wineries and 25+ local food vendors while finding out which wines won the coveted Sweepstakes awards live.
Sonoma County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
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october 10 @ 7PM – 9PM
Bruno Mars brings his highly anticipated 'The Romantic Tour' to Levi's Stadium for a massive live concert experience featuring iconic hits and incredible stadium production.
Levi's Stadium, 4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, 95054
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october 10-11 @ 10am - 2pm
Experience Napa Valley’s pioneer era at Old Mill Days! Step back to 1846 with hands-on demonstrations inside the water-powered Bale Grist Mill. Enjoy family-friendly fun with old-time music, butter making, apple pressing, and traditional crafts at this historic site.
Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park, 3369 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena, CA
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A classic, comforting Italian pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed in garlic-infused olive oil, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley for a quick, aromatic, and deeply satisfying meal.
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A featherweight, four-layer vanilla-lemon chiffon cake layered with vanilla-crème fraîche whipped cream and fresh strawberries. This simplified, modernized take on a summer classic delivers a melt-in-your-mouth, airy dessert.
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A September 2026 CDC report highlights that 71.5% of U.S. adults experience frequent fatigue that impacts their daily functioning, with young adults and women reporting the highest rates.
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A new UK Biobank study featured in September 2026 shows that walking at a brisk, faster pace—even for fewer than 5,000 steps daily—can significantly lower mortality risk and support cardiovascular longevity.
Read about walking pace and longevity ↗