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Glide into aerospace designs. Aero Design Challenge photo courtesy of the Hiller Museum of Aviation
Glide into aerospace designs. Aero Design Challenge photo courtesy of the Hiller Museum of Aviation
2/15/23 - By Sandra Lee

Happy Presidents Day weekend! We're in for a long weekend of fun at historic lengths. Whether the kids have Monday off for Presidents Day, or the whole week (like mine), the Bay Area has your back with interactive science, hands-on aerospace engineering, and music events to fill those days off from school. The Sound of Music opens in San Jose, while the Napa Lighted Arts Festival closes. Tiny star gazers will appreciate a telescope viewing in the night sky at the Chabot Space and Science Center. Speaking of the sky, aviation-loving little ones will enjoy taking flight at the Aero Design Challenge at the Hiller Aviation Museum. 

If you're looking to instill a bit more history into Presidents Day weekend, then browse free museum days. Maybe you're headed on a road trip to the coast for the long weekend, so here's where to stop along the PCH, or if you're staying put and not leaving the house then check out our at-home guide for families. 

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Best Things To Do Presidents Day Weekend 2023 in San Francisco Area

The Sound of Music

San Jose - Opens Friday, February 17, 2023
Featuring local performers ages 8-14, the classic story with famous songs like "Do Re Mi" and "My Favorite Things" is showing at the Montgomery Theatre in San Jose for a limited time. The Sound of Music, winning five Tony Awards and five Oscars, is one that the whole family will enjoy.  READ MORE

Napa Lighted Arts Festival

Napa - Now Through Sunday, February 19, 2023
Free
This walkable, outdoor light experience is great for families of all ages to explore and admire the fantastic work of artists. 10 lighted art sculptures like the "Jellies in the Sky" and "Agua" display will be up for 5 weeks around downtown Napa. Free to attend and open at dusk.  READ MORE

Aero Design Challenge

San Carlos - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Don't miss this hands-on, aerospace engineering experience for kids in grades 4-8. The 2.5-hour program explores concepts in aeronautics where kids can immerse themselves in invention lab glider experiments and flight simulation, and then join a small team to construct, test, improve, and even presents a model glider.  READ MORE

Kids Night Out

Castro Valley - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Parents can enjoy a night out and kids can have a blast creating art at Aran's Art Studio. For 2.5 hours, teachers will guide kids to paint a fun design on canvas with step-by-step instructions. Pizza dinner is included! READ MORE

Saturday Science

San Francisco - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Spend the morning learning all about science at the drop-in program at the Randall Museum. Kids can engage in activities like building rockets or learning about polymers by making goo.  READ MORE

Fun on the Farm

San Ramon - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Bring the family to the farm in San Ramon for crafts and activities with a focus on farm life and simplicity. All events are free and all ages are welcome.  READ MORE

Free Saturdays at Legion of Honor

San Francisco - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Visit San Francisco's Legion of Honor Museum on Saturdays for free admission for residents of the nine Bay Area counties. See local and global art at its finest, with special programming and exhibits. READ MORE

SF Jazz Family Matinee with Marcus Shelby New Orchestra

San Francisco - Saturday, February 18, 2023
A special presentation for Black History Month, the SFJAZZ Family Matinee performance features Hector Lugo and La Mixta Criolla. Families can enjoy Puerto Rican music that will get you up and moving! READ MORE

Free Saturday at de Young Museum

San Francisco - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Every Saturday, the de Young Museum offers free general admission to residents of the nine Bay Area counties. Families can enjoy special exhibits, programs, and all that the museum has to offer for free.   READ MORE

Books & Breakfast

Richmond - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free
Little ones from the Richmond community can enjoy a yummy breakfast, have fun with the Ricky Room & Friends Puppet Show, and learn how to take proper care of our park and our gardens. No garden experience is needed! READ MORE

Telescope Viewing at Chabot Space and Science Center

Oakland - Friday & Saturday, February 18 & 19, 2023
Free
Look up at the stars at the Chabot Space and Science Center every Friday and Saturday. Free telescope viewings are held at the observatory deck with astronomers offering expertise.  READ MORE

Museum Mondays For Little Ones

Santa Rosa - Monday, February 20, 2023
Little ones 1-5 and their caregivers can enjoy age-appropriate stories, crafts, and activities with a changing theme every time. Enjoy a holiday craft, discover instruments, and go on a scavenger hunt! Drop-ins are welcome and registration is at the door or online.  READ MORE

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