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Things to do with kids in San Francisco, CA this week

96 things to do with kids in San Francisco, CA this week, November 1–7, 12 of them this weekend: story times, classes, family festivals, puppet shows and more. We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to find them. Last updated November 1, 2026.

All kids & family events in San Francisco, CA — November 1–7

Sunday, November 1Sun 11/1Nov 1
SUNDAY
1
NOVEMBER

2 PM – 3 PM·Parkside, San Francisco Public Library

Nature Exploration Station (Parkside, San Francisco Public Library) — Hands‑on nature study with magnifying glasses, drawing tools and more, for ages 5–10.

SATURDAY
7
NOVEMBER

San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, SF Zoo & Gardens, Sloat Blvd at The Great Highway, San Francisco, CA 94132

Rotarians and their families explore the San Francisco Zoo together, celebrating the Rotary Foundation’s impact.

10 AM – 12 PM·Parkside, San Francisco Public Library

Expert-guided birdwatching with Golden Gate Bird Alliance at the Parkside Library, limited binoculars provided, dress in layers, reservations required, all ages.

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way, San Francisco, CA 94114

Curator discusses rescue animal ambassadors, sharing stories and showing tarantulas, snakes, and birds of prey at the Randall Museum’s Wild in California exhibit, all ages.

10 AM – 11 AM·Portola, San Francisco Public Library

Expert guide from Golden Gate Bird Alliance teaches bird‑watching basics then leads a Portola neighborhood tour, with limited binoculars and layered clothing recommended, for all ages.

Kids Events & Things to Do with Kids in San Francisco, CA This Week