October 28th—here's where I'm taking my kids this week

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It was so so fun seeing everybody out enjoying our neighborhood last weekend, and a special thank you for those who stopped by the music class and craft table from playdate. I feel lucky to be raising Felix in such a vibrant SF scene. It is HALLOWEEN this week and there is so much going on it’s been hard picking what things we’re getting up.. Good problems to have. Wishing everyone a safe and happy trick or treating. 

X Aubrey

📍 Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave, SF
“Coco” Film with Live Orchestra – San Francisco Symphony
Wednesday 10/29 Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Pixar’s Coco on the big screen — brought to life by the San Francisco Symphony performing the score live! Follow Miguel’s journey to the Land of the Dead in this breathtaking, music-filled family favorite. (7:30pm)
Kids’ tickets are half off (starting at $30)

📍 Mission Community Market, Bartlett & 22nd St, SF
Día de los Muertos & Halloween at Mission Community Market
Thursday 10/30 Celebrate community, culture, and harvest season in the heart of the Mission! Stock up on fall produce, locally made treats, and bright marigolds from Medrano’s Flowers for your ofrenda. Families can enjoy live music (Frances Ancheta 5-7pm) at the Little Mission Studio stage, kids’ activities, and festive pop-ups like De La Creamery (Mexican-inspired ice cream), Tutuli (handmade coyotas), and Casa Bonampak (papel picado & decor). (3pm – 7pm)
*Costumes encouraged for little ones!

📍 Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave, Oakland
 Trick-or-Treating at Fairyland: Mad Science Edition
Friday 10/31 Halloween gets a mad-science makeover! Fairyland transforms into a glowing lab filled with bubbling brews, colorful contraptions, and spooky-smart fun. Explore trick-or treat stations, hands-on STEM activities, a Mad Science Fairy Fun House, and sensory play ones, with live performances, DJs, and local food trucks. (4pm – 8pm)
*Costumes encouraged (but not required).

📍 Cayuga Ave & Geneva Ave, SF (OMI Neighborhood)
Cayuga Street Trick-or-Treat
Friday 10/31 A beloved neighborhood Halloween stroll! Local families decorate homes, hand out candy, and create a festive, walkable trick-or-treat route around Cayuga Park. Great for younger kids — safe, well-lit, and community-led. (5:30pm – 8pm)
*Free and open to all

📍 1 Ferry Building, SF – Embarcadero
 Ferry Building Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Friday 10/31 Little monsters can collect treats from Ferry Building merchants while parents sip coffee and enjoy bay views. Expect costumed vendors, music, and plenty of photo ops under the clocktower. (4pm – 6pm)
*Free and stroller-friendly — just show up in costume and explore!

📍 Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden – 799 Howard St, SF
Halloween Hoopla – Costume Parade & Kids’ Festival
Saturday 11/1 The 25th annual Halloween Hoopla returns with big smiles and family-friendly frights for kids under 10 (and their grown-ups)! Enjoy live music from the Circus Bella All-Star Trio, awe-inspiring circus acts, craft tables, and the beloved costume parade finale where all kids can join the march in their best Halloween looks. (12pm – 3pm)

📍 Presidio Tunnel Tops, Main Post – Park Blvd & Lincoln Blvd, SF
 Día de los Muertos & Diwali Celebration – Presidio Tunnel Tops
 Saturday 11/1 Celebrate two luminous cultural traditions side by side in the park! Enjoy paper-flower making, rangoli art, diya lighting, native plantings, and live music, while learning about the shared themes of remembrance and light that unite Día de los Muertos & Diwali. Families are invited to bring a photo or message to add to the community ofrenda at the Visitor Center. (11am – 3pm)

*These aren’t ALL the family-friendly events happening this week in and around SF, just the best (IMO). We keep it short and curated—follow on IG + TT for more!

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