This Marin County blog post previews a vibrant mix of arts, culture, and community gatherings across Kentfield, San Rafael, San Anselmo, Tiburon, Point Reyes Station, and more. You’ll find everything from intimate theater and dance to nature days and history fairs.
Residents and visitors can RSVP for free performances, support local artists, and explore Marin’s rich regional heritage this weekend through May. There’s honestly a lot happening, and it’s a good time to get out and see what Marin has to offer.
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Marin County weekend spotlight: theater, music, and family programs
All over Marin, organizations are rolling out events that feature local talent, educational opportunities, and community fundraisers. Maybe you want a free theater night in Kentfield or an outdoor family day in Tiburon—there’s something for everyone, no matter your interest or age.
If you want to go, you’ll need to RSVP or get tickets through each group’s website. These events fill up fast, so don’t wait around.
Men On Boats at College of Marin, Studio Theatre, Kentfield
Jaclyn Backhaus’ 2017 play, a wild and funny retelling of a 19th-century Colorado River expedition, hits the Studio Theatre at College of Marin in Kentfield. The show runs through May 17, and admission is free if you RSVP—so it’s a great chance to see some live theater without breaking the bank.
- Location: Studio Theatre, College of Marin, Kentfield
- Dates: through May 17
- Admission: free with RSVP
- RSVP: through College of Marin’s theater page
Shadow of the Fox — Sha Sha Higby
West Marin’s own Sha Sha Higby brings her new piece, Shadow of the Fox, to the San Francisco International Arts Festival. She’ll perform at Monkeybrains in San Francisco on select weekends, sharing her unique style with a wider Bay Area crowd.
Tickets range from $12.59 to $30, depending on the date. It’s a cool chance to catch Marin creativity in the city.
- Event: Shadow of the Fox
- Artist: Sha Sha Higby
- Locations: SIFA premiere; Monkeybrains, San Francisco
- Dates: specified weekend performances
- Tickets: $12.59–$30
Bianca’s Urban Dance Academy Student Showcase, San Anselmo
Bianca’s Urban Dance Academy from San Anselmo puts its students in the spotlight with two shows at Marin Center’s Showcase Theatre. Tickets are $25 to $33 and the event draws a big community crowd, especially from San Rafael and nearby towns.
- Location: Marin Center’s Showcase Theatre (San Rafael)
- Performer/averages: Bianca’s Urban Dance Academy, San Anselmo
- Tickets: $25–$33
- Notes: two performances planned
Healing, Humor and Hope: Comedy Night Fundraiser, Marin Alano Club, San Rafael
The Marin Alano Club in San Rafael hosts a comedy night called Healing, Humor and Hope, headlined by comedian Mark Lundholm. Admission is $30, and proceeds go to support local wellness programs.
- Location: Marin Alano Club, San Rafael
- Event: Comedy night fundraiser
- Admission: $30
- Focus: fundraiser for community wellness and support
WildCare Family Nature Day honoring Elizabeth “Mrs. T” Terwilliger, Richardson Bay Audubon, Tiburon
WildCare celebrates the late naturalist Elizabeth “Mrs. T” Terwilliger with a family-friendly nature day at Richardson Bay Audubon in Tiburon. Families can join guided hikes, meet wildlife, and try hands-on activities—all for free.
- Location: Richardson Bay Audubon, Tiburon
- Theme: Elizabeth “Mrs. T” Terwilliger tribute
- Admission: free
- Activities: hikes, wildlife encounters, hands-on learning
Marin Community History Day, Boyd Gate House, San Rafael
The Marin History Museum debuts Marin Community History Day at the Boyd Gate House in San Rafael. You’ll find interactive booths from 15 historical groups, hands-on crafts, bilingual tours of “Rancho Roots,” and free admission—with lunch for the first 75 who show up.
- Location: Boyd Gate House, San Rafael
- Highlights: interactive booths, crafts, bilingual tours
- Admission: free (lunch first 75 attendees)
- Exhibit: Rancho Roots
Day on the Ranch, Black Mountain Ranch, Point Reyes Station
Black Mountain Ranch invites everyone to its second annual Day on the Ranch in Point Reyes Station. You can meet the animals, sample local cheese and soft serve, and catch live music.
They suggest a $30 donation with RSVP, which helps support the ranch’s programs and habitat projects in West Marin. It’s a relaxed, community-focused day out.
- Location: Black Mountain Ranch, Point Reyes Station
- Offerings: meet-and-greet with animals, local cheese and soft serve, live music
- Donation: $30 suggested
- RSVP required
San Anselmo Open Space Committee’s 34th Annual Benefit, Ross
The San Anselmo Open Space Committee is hosting its 34th annual benefit in Ross. Expect appetizers, desserts, wine, a raffle, and a talk from historian Richard G. Torney about the Northwestern Pacific Railroad.
- Location: Ross (open space venues)
- Feature: talk by historian Richard G. Torney on the Northwestern Pacific Railroad
- Tickets: $40 advance, $45 door
Tickets cost $40 if you buy early, or $45 at the door. All funds go straight to open space and conservation work throughout Marin.
Events pop up across Marin and the Bay Area, mostly clustered around this weekend and into May. For up-to-date info, ticket links, and RSVP details, check each group’s website or call the numbers in their posts.
If you’re mapping out your weekend, maybe mix San Rafael’s old landmarks with Kentfield’s theater shows. Or spend a day in Tiburon’s wild spaces, then swing by a ranch in Point Reyes Station. That’s Marin County for you—never boring, always a little unexpected.
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