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Updated Saturday, October 24 · 40 listings

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Quick answer

This weekend (Oct 23–25) there are 3 events in the Peninsula, plus 4 always-open favorites. Top picks:

  1. 2026 Pillar Point Harbor Costumed “Witch Paddle” on Kayaks + Paddle Boards (Half Moon Bay) — Sun, Oct 25, Half Moon Bay (free)
  2. Public Tour | A Closer Look — Sun, Oct 25, Cantor Arts Center · Palo Alto (free)
  3. Gallery Conversations | JANE! — Sun, Oct 25, Cantor Arts Center · Palo Alto (free)
👶 Kid-Friendly 41🍸 Adult Nightlife 21☀️ Hot Day 292🌧️ Rainy Day 282🌫️ Fog Escape 81💘 Date Night 100🚇 Near BART 6🎸 Live Music 45😂 Comedy 2🎭 Theater & Dance 54🎨 Art & Museums 166🎬 Film 7🍜 Food & Drink 26🛍️ Markets & Shopping 9🎉 Festivals & Fairs 41🌲 Outdoors & Nature 61🏟️ Sports & Games 2🧘 Fitness & Wellness 8📚 Talks & Classes 144💻 Tech & Startups 23🤝 Community & Causes 89🧸 Family & Kids 41
🎉 This weekend

Oct 23–25

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Sunday, October 25 3 picks

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Gallery Conversations | JANE!
Fri30Oct

Gallery Conversations | JANE!

Fri, Oct 30 · 2 PM · +2 more dates Cantor Arts Center · Palo Alto
Free☔ Rainy-day☀️ Hot-day
Public Tour | A Closer Look
Sat31Oct

Public Tour | A Closer Look

Sat, Oct 31 · 1 PM · +1 more date Cantor Arts Center · Palo Alto
Free☔ Rainy-day☀️ Hot-day
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Classic things to do in the Peninsula

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Mori Point

Daily Mori Point · Pacifica
Free👶 Kid-friendly☀️ Hot-day

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do in the Peninsula this weekend?

Popular picks for Oct 23–25 include 2026 Pillar Point Harbor Costumed “Witch Paddle” on Kayaks + Paddle Boards (Half Moon Bay) (Sun, Oct 25), Public Tour | A Closer Look (Sun, Oct 25), Gallery Conversations | JANE! (Sun, Oct 25). See the full, daily-updated list on this page.

Are there free things to do in the Peninsula?

Yes — 40 free events and activities are listed in the Peninsula right now. Use the “Free” filter or visit our Free page.

How often is this list updated?

Every day. Bay Area Weekend checks dozens of Bay Area event calendars, venues and local news sources daily and removes events once they’ve ended. Last update: Saturday, October 24.

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