Event Date

Event Name

Time

Location

Price

Nov. 1-15, Sat. And Sun only

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

This Young Performers Theatre production tells the story of how Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy wander through an old wardrobe and discover a fascinating new world.

Sat.: 1 pm, Sun.: 1 pm and 3:30 pm

Fort Mason, Building C, Room 300

Adults: $10, Children under 13: $7

Nov. 2

Day of the Dead Celebration

Children are invited to a Day of the Dead celebration at the library, and participate in a special craft activity.

3:30-4:30 pm

Ocean View Branch Library

345 Randolph St., San Francisco

Free

Nov. 7

Gizmo Guys

Juggling and comedy for kids.

11 am

Amador Theatre

1155 Santa Rita Rd. Pleasanton

$6-18

Nov. 7

East Bay Baby and Kids Fair

This free event will include 9 workshops from local area businesses on topics such as vaccinations, cloth diapering, fatherhood, breastfeeding, childhood tantrums and postpartum care  

11 am-3 pm

Veteran's Memorial Building,1325 Portland Avenue, Albany

Free

Nov. 7

Family Concert: Meet the Composers

Meet Vivaldi, Beethoven, and a real live modern-day composer, Gabriela Frank, in this fun family concert event.

2-3 pm

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Concert Hall, 50 Oak St., San Francisco.

Free

Nov. 8

Sing a Long with Pam Donkin

Pam Donkin leads Jewish and secular songs that young children love. Everyone will want to sing, clap, and dance as she pulls giggles and tickles out of her hat. Snacks will be provided.

10-11 am

BJE Jewish Community Library 1835 Ellis St., San Francisco

Free

Nov. 13-22, Fri.-Sun. only

San Carlos Children's Theater presents Mystery on 13th Street

Mystery revolving around a town’s  eccentric inventor.

Fri. And Sat: 7 pm, Sat and Sun.: 1 pm

Heather School Auditorium, 2757 Melendy Dr., San Carlos

$10-12

Nov. 14

Alphabet Rockers

Fun show which  introduces preschool concepts from counting money to naming the colors of the rainbow.

11 am

Bay Area Discovery Museum

Fort Baker, 557 McReynolds Rd.,

Sausalito

Adults: $12, Children: $10

Nov. 21

Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

Live seasonal entertainment from around the world, face painting, holiday crafts, photos with Santa, and  the lighting of the tree.

1-6 pm

Pier 39

Beach Street and The Embarcadero,

San Francisco

Free

Nov. 27

Ghirardelli Square Tree Lighting Ceremony

Strolling holiday carolers, performances, live music, a children's craft area, and visits with Santa.

1:30-6 pm

Ghirardelli Square

900 North Point St.,

San Francisco,

Free

Nov. 27-Dec. 31

Fantasy of Lights

Vasona Lake County Park will be transformed into a magical wonderland of thousands of colorful twinkling lights, exciting, animated displays and favorite holiday music. You can once again drive through the park in the comfort of your car, while enjoying the sights and sounds of the holidays. The event is open nightly including holidays.

6-10 pm

Vasona Lake County Park

333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos

$10 - Fantasy Special  (Nov. 27 through Dec. 10 ONLY)

$15 - Per car after Dec. 10

Nov. 28-Dec. 20

(Sat and Sun. Only)

Gingerbread Architecture Extravaganza

Create a zany gingerbread house with candy canes, gumdrops, frosting and other sweets.

11 am, 12 pm and 1 pm

Bay Area Discovery Museum

Fort Baker, 557 McReynolds Rd.,

Sausalito

Admission (Adults: $12, Children: $10) plus  $25 per gingerbread kit. Pre-registration required.