With mere minutes to go before Halloween, you probably have your costume and party plans all squared away. But if you happen to be blowing up the group chat or asking Reddit what everyone’s plans are in the hopes of figuring out your own, look no further than our Halloween events guide for last-minute ideas. We’ve updated it as more local events have been announced, and with the sheer volume of things happening there’s a good chance you’ll find a party, costume contest or family-friendly event closeby.
And not only is it Halloween weekend, but Día de los Muertos festivities are also happening around the Peninsula Nov. 1-2. That kicks off a month of festivals, markets, concerts and early holiday events. Find your guide to November events below.
The start of November also means that 168,000 residents of San Mateo and Santa Clara counties who rely on federal food aid may not receive any assistance for the month amid the federal government shutdown. If you know someone who needs help or you want to help, please read my colleague Emma Montalbano’s story for a running list of resources.
Julia Brown
Six Fifty Editor
editor@thesixfifty.com
How to spend November on the San Francisco Peninsula
From Día de los Muertos festivities to Thanksgiving turkey trots, here’s what the month has in store for Silicon Valley.
Stanford professor pens children’s book about a 16th-century female painter
A book by Renaissance scholar Emanuele Lugli tells the story of Lavinia Fontana, who found rare success in the 1500s as a woman artist. An exhibition about the book is on view at Stanford through Dec. 12.
New Menlo Park restaurant Café Vivant celebrates heritage chicken and wine
Café Vivant offers whole-roasted heritage chicken and dishes like caviar-topped chicken nuggets and fried chicken ice cream.
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Be sure to check out our Halloween guide for more things to do!
Laser ABBA: Nov. 1 Among the many offerings from De Anza College’s Fujitsu Planetarium is a laser show featuring hits by the Swedish supergroup such as “Dancing Queen” and “Mamma Mia” set to a dazzling light display.
The Raven at Windy Hill: Nov. 1 Learn about ravens and listen to Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem “The Raven” while taking a leisurely walk led by Midpen docent naturalists at Windy Hill Preserve.
Zoppé Italian Family Circus: Nov. 1-30 Nino the clown and a host of other dazzling performers return for the 18th year of Old World-style family circus fun.
Dı́a de los Muertos: Nov. 2 Redwood City’s annual Dı́a de los Muertos celebration includes a speech and procession, ceremonial altars made by community members, food vendors, live entertainment, face painting and more.
Murder for Two: Through Nov. 2 A cast of just two hardworking actors bring to life (no pun intended) a zany crew of characters in this madcap musical murder mystery, staged by Hillbarn Theatre.
An Evening with Dolores Huerta: Nov. 3 Watch a film screening of the 2017 documentary “Dolores” at the Fox Theatre, followed by a panel discussion that includes the activist herself.
Yay Birds!: Through Nov. 8 Artist Jane Kim (co-founder of Ink Dwell) has curated a multi-artist exhibition celebrating all things avian at the Andra Norris Gallery in Burlingame.
Holidays at the Johnston House: Nov. 8 Attendees can take a tour of the historic Johnston House; shop for gifts; partake in cider, wine and food; and listen to live music.
November Makers Market: Nov. 8 Little Green hosts a market featuring goods from local artists and businesses, plus live music and refreshments available.
Quique Escamilla: Nov. 8 The award-winning singer-songwriter blends traditional Mexican styles with rock, reggae, ska, jazz, cumbia and more and addresses social and political issues through his music.
Plan Ahead:
Beginner’s Luck: Nov. 10 New Palo Alto eatery Mamahuhu will offer three beginner mahjong sessions led by instructors, followed by open play all evening.
Dan Ashley: Nov. 13 News anchor and musician Dan Ashley and guitarist Jeff Tamelier bring an acoustic performance of Americana, country and rock originals and cover songs to Millbrae’s library.
Glow Pickleball: Nov. 13-14 The San Carlos Youth Center will host two days of pickleball play with glow courts, glow lights and glow pickleballs for $5 a person.
Friends of the Menlo Park Library Book Sale: Nov. 14-15 Find a bonanza of books, puzzles, games, music and more.
Popovich Comedy Pet Theater: Nov. 15 See dogs, cats, birds and even a pig perform alongside juggler and comedian Gregory Popovich at this family-friendly show that aims to promote animal rescue and adoption.
The Wildcats Benefit Concert: Nov. 19 Longtime Peninsula band The Wildcats perform a concert of rock ‘n’ roll favorites to benefit Americares, an organization that provides health programs, medicine, medical aid and emergency support to communities in crisis.
Ada & The Engine: Nov. 21-Dec. 7 The Pear Theatre presents popular playwright Lauren Gunderson’s show about visionary mathematician Ada Lovelace, sometimes called the first computer programmer.
Art on the Square Holiday Show: Nov. 22 Art on the Square’s annual holiday show brings more than 25 artists inside the San Mateo County History Museum offering work for sale, plus live blues music.
Holidays at Filoli: Nov. 22-Jan. 11 Filoli transforms into a festive wonderland with lights, decorations and the all-new Thistlewyck – a holiday village in the redwood forest featuring tiny trains and fairy houses.
A Driving Beat: Through Nov. 23 A mother and her adopted son take a cross-country road trip set to a hip-hop beat in TheatreWorks Silicon Valley’s newest show.
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