Local Guides
Marin County
San Rafael, California

San Rafael, California

Nestled in the North Bay region of the San Franciscan area and is the county seat of Marin County. Notable landmarks around the town include the Marin County Civic Center, the Rafael Film Center, the China Camp State Park, the Kerner Studios and the George Lucas’s Skywalker Ranch. It is indeed a beautiful town with an extensive shoreline and it inhabits a wide array of natural habitats. From dense forests at higher elevations to the marshlands and estuaries, the picturesque is one of its kinds. Plus, apart from the affluent film center in town, there are numerous parks for amusement.


San Rafael Events


Upcoming Events


SUFI ZIKR CIRCLE with Pir Shabda Kahn ~ Monthly Thursdays in San Rafael
Edgehill Mansion
75 Magnolia Avenue San Rafael, CA 94901
April 20, 2023
07:30 pm
April 20, 2023
09:30 pm
Free

With some optimism, we have re-started our local San Rafael Zikr Circle which has been dormant since March 2020! We hope those of you who are local will mark your calendar for the year. Suggested Donation $10 to $20

MASTERWORKS 4: MOZART AND MAHLER
Marin Symphony
4340 Redwood Highway, Suite 409C San Rafael,
April 22, 2023
07:30 pm
March 23, 2023
03:00 pm

A strong Masterworks finish with Adams’ minimalist fanfare for orchestra, the rich and energetic Mozart violin concerto featuring our emeritus concertmaster Jeremy Constant, and the magnificent Symphony No.1 (Titan).

Prayer - A Solo Concert with Jai Uttal
Showcase Theater
20 Ave of the Flags San Rafael,
April 30, 2023
07:00 pm
April 30, 2023
09:00 pm
$30 - $59

Grammy nominee and World Music pioneer Jai Uttal presents an intimate solo acoustic performance of inspiring songs and devotional chants.

SPRING POPS: SUPERHERO CLASSICS
Marin Center Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium
10 Avenue of the Flags San Rafael,
May 6, 2023
07:00 pm
$20 - $87

Some of the most memorable superhero themes! Dust off your cape and come dressed as your favorite superhero (or villain) for a concert experience that will take you up, up and away!

Teacher Induction Year 2 Colloquium
Marin County Office of Education
1111 Las Gallinas Avenue San Rafael, CA
May 16, 2023
04:15 pm
May 16, 2023
05:30 pm
Free

This is a workshop for Year 2 Participating Teachers without your mentors.

MOUNTAIN PLAY BENEFIT
Marin Symphony
4340 Redwood Highway, Suite 409C San Rafael,
May 20, 2023
02:00 pm
$30 - $50

The Mountain Play Association generously partners with Marin Symphony for the preview dress rehearsal performance of INTO THE WOODS. Half of your ticket purchase goes to benefit Marin Symphony.Tickets are $50 for adults, $30 for children 6-17, Under 6 – Free. Group Discount: 10% discount for groups of 10 or more.


Current Events


Head Games Trivia Night @ Tam Commons Tap Room & Kitchen
Tam Commons Tap Room & Kitchen
1300 4th Street San Rafael, CA
November 29, 2022
06:30 pm
August 6, 2024
08:30 pm
Free

Live multi-media trivia every Tuesday @ 6:30pm. Tam Commons Tap Room and Kitchen, San Rafael.

Design Review Board Meeting
Rm. 209
1400 Fifth Avenue San Rafael, CA 94901
January 3, 2023
07:00 pm
December 5, 2023
11:00 pm
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The Design Review Board (DRB) consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings\. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and surrounding area\.

Books Beyond Borders
Pickleweed Library
50 Canal Street San Rafael, CA 94901
January 4, 2023
04:00 pm
May 3, 2023
04:00 pm
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For 5th-8th graders. Like reading? Like learning about life in other places and times? We’ve got just the club for you! Join us for our Books Beyond Borders book club in which we’ll travel through time and place to better understand our present world. Each month, read the selected book (limited free copies available, otherwise check yours out at the library) and then we’ll meet to discuss it, sample some related food and maybe music, and do a fun related craft or writing activity.

Parent-Child Winter Nature Class
Caulbridge School
1 St. Vincent's Drive San Rafael, CA
January 6, 2023
09:30 am
October 2, 2023
11:00 am
$40 – $180

Your child will experience nature and garden activities to learn about: Planting and harvesting Animals and insects that support plant life Foraging Animal tracking and observation Seasonal stories, songs, and crafts The class is taught by Rachel Rubinstein, Director of Education. Parents will experience first-hand how we work with children at Caulbridge School, and engage in conversation about child development with Debra Lambrecht, Head of School.

Head Games Trivia Night @ Tam Commons Tap Room & Kitchen
Tam Commons Tap Room & Kitchen
1300 4th Street San Rafael, CA
January 10, 2023
06:30 pm
July 30, 2024
08:30 pm
Free

Live multi-media trivia every Tuesday @ 6:30pm. Tam Commons Tap Room and Kitchen, San Rafael. Free to play, win prizes!