Storytime Science for Kids: Halloween | Exploratorium

Sun · Oct 4·12 PM – 1 PM·Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco

Enjoy a Halloween-themed storybook read-aloud followed by a related activity geared toward young children (and their grown-ups).

Sat · Oct 3·Ingleside, San Francisco Public Library

Sat · Oct 3·Bernal Heights, San Francisco Public Library

Sat · Oct 3·9 AM – 7 PM·Hellman Hollow, Lindley and Marx Meadows, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA

Free three-day music festival in Golden Gate Park. Gates open 11am Fri and 9am Sat-Sun; music ends 7pm daily. Family-friendly; ear protection recommended for young children.

Sat · Oct 3·9:30 AM · 10:30 AM·ST. MARY'S REC CENTER · San Francisco

Calling all Pee Wees for basketball! Participants will be introduced the basic skills to play basketball including how to dribble, shoot, and pass. At this young age, many are new to the team concept, so the most important results are to boost self-confidence and to have fun!

Sat · Oct 3·Anza, San Francisco Public Library

Sun · Oct 4·Ingleside, San Francisco Public Library

Thu · Oct 1·10 AM·GARFIELD SQUARE · San Francisco

Join us for a joyful and interactive story time where young children explore the magic of language through stories and songs. Children will enjoy a gentle introduction to new words and sounds, build listening skills all while having fun!

Sat · Oct 3·11:30 AM·MISSION ARTS CENTER · San Francisco

Students will create imaginary scenes, transform everyday objects into abstract art, and explore mixed-media projects in drawing, painting, collage, and light sculpture, all while building strong visual storytelling and foundational art skills for secondary visual arts education.

Thu · Oct 1·6 PM – 10 PM·Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco

Do you hear that? Uncover surprising acoustic phenomena and immerse yourself in experimental music by saxophonist Cole Pulice.

Thu · Oct 1·7:30 PM – 8:45 PM·Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco

Join us for a one-of-a-kind performance that explores the tension between movement and stasis.

Fri · Oct 2·Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco

Should kids and young teens be allowed on social media? Discuss the pros and cons with someone else. How does the other side think? And how does bias shape your conversations?

Thu · Oct 8·6 PM – 10 PM·Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco

Your monthly invitation to hang out and try something new—play science trivia, find your community, and connect deeply.