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The San Francisco Bay Area Weekend Events & Activities: San Francisco Guide (October 17–19, 2025) The Forkas Home Team Weekend Update
- Michael Forkas
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Looking for weekend plans? Explore the best things to do around the San Francisco Bay Area with our curated guide to fun, food, and local events.
Your Bay Area Weekend Guide: Where to Eat, Explore & Experience More
Looking for the perfect way to spend your weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area? From lively street fairs and autumn festivals to outdoor adventures and live music, the Bay is bursting with energy this season.
Imagine starting your morning with a craft latte along the Embarcadero before browsing the Ferry Building Farmers Market, joining a vibrant mural tour through the Mission, or heading across the bridge to Oakland for a food-and-art crawl that celebrates local flavor and creativity.
As the day unfolds, wander through Golden Gate Park’s newest exhibitions or its lush botanical corners before settling in for dinner at a pop-up kitchen or local brewery in the East Bay. Feeling adventurous? Lace up for a hike through Mount Tamalpais, chase the sunset at Ocean Beach, or take a scenic drive to Napa for a well-deserved wine tasting.
✨ Whether you’re drawn to cultural festivals, food adventures, or nature escapes, the Bay Area’s weekend lineup offers something new to experience every single time.
🎉 Weekend Vibes: Must See San Francisco Bay Area Weekend Events 🌁
Halloween Spooktacular (Pittsburg)
What: Halloween Spooktacular at Century Plaza Shopping Center in the City of Pittsburg. Get ready for a family-friendly day of Halloween fun at the Century Plaza Shopping Center! Join us on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for games, music, and spooky surprises.
Event Highlights:
Games, Live DJ & Costume Contest 👻
Free Jumpies for Kids
Pumpkin Giveaway
Free Goody Bags for children
Free Face Painting
Trick-or-Treating with participating businesses
Exciting prizes and so much more!
Bonus Treat:
The first 300 guests will receive a ticket for a FREE Halloween movie, courtesy of Maya Cinemas. The movie begins at 1:30 PM right after the event!
This free community event is proudly sponsored by Sierra Pacific Properties, Inc..
Bring the whole family for a day filled with festive fun, costumes, and Halloween cheer!
Where: 4085 Century Blvd, Pittsburg, CA
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Four Legs Brewing Halloween Pop Up (Brentwood)
What: Don’t miss Four Legs Brewing 4th annual Halloween Pop-Up and Trick or Treat event! FREE Halloween bags for the first 250 kiddos for the trick or treat, DJ, Halloween characters to take pics, over 30 vendors and so much more! Not to missed!
Where: 2010 Elkins Way, Brentwood, CA
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 - 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cobra Exprience (Martinez)
What: The Cobra Experience is open the 3rd Sunday of every month, by private tour, or by various events. Make sure to check out the calendar to know what is coming up! Every 3rd Sunday, we are open from 10:00-3:00, and you are welcome to join a docent guided tour, walk around on your own, and the best part, make sure to see the movie! It is only 18 minutes, but it is a must do! Start with that if you have the opportunity!
Where: 777 Arnold Drive, Martinez CA
When: Sunday, October 19, 2025 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Big Blue Bash (Concord)
What: eaturing Elvin Bishop, Taj Farrant, Ana Popovic, DK Harrell, Tommy Castro, and Chris Cain. Help us celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Concord Pavilion (now the Toyota Pavilion).
This is a benefit concert to support music for kids of all ages and skill levels. It is also the 50th Anniversary of Blue Bear School of Music with 3 bay area locations and is regarded as the original “School of Rock”. All ticket proceeds will be shared with the Blue Bear School of Music and the Jeffrey Marshall Arts Foundation that provides financial support and resources for disabled musicians.
Where: 2000 Kirker Pass Rd, Concord, CA
When: Sunday, October 12, 2025 - 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
53rd Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (San Francisco)
What: On the picturesque coast around Half Moon Bay, the stunning geography and autumnal beauty create a breathtaking sight to behold. The journey offers its own reward, with stunning views of seaside farmland, expansive fields of orange, whimsical scarecrows, rustic barns, and inviting pumpkin patches for picking. It’s the perfect moment and place to savor the simple beauty and abundance of fall, and Half Moon Bay celebrates the season like no other.
Where: Downtown Half Moon Bay | Main St., Half Moon Bay, CA
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto (Oakland)
What: Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto is a magical ice show at Oakland Arena featuring your favorite characters from Frozen and Encanto. Enjoy thrilling skating, music, and family fun for all ages!
Where: 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025
SF East Bay Living This Fall: Where Community Meets California Comfort
Life in the San Francisco East Bay isn’t just about finding a home—it’s about embracing a lifestyle rooted in connection, comfort, and that effortless California charm. As autumn rolls in, golden afternoons fade into crisp, cozy evenings—perfect for farmers markets, neighborhood get-togethers, and spontaneous weekend escapes.
Picture your Saturday morning with a pumpkin-spice latte in hand at a Walnut Creek café, a stroll through the Martinez Farmers Market for seasonal produce, or a golden-hour walk along Lafayette’s scenic trails. The East Bay captures the best of both worlds—urban energy paired with suburban calm—making it the perfect place to soak in the spirit of fall.
Why the East Bay Feels Like Both the Future and Home
🏠 Room to Breathe & Grow
With spacious homes, generous yards, and open-air patios, the East Bay offers the perfect balance of work, play, and relaxation—all within the comfort of your own space.
🤝 A True Sense of Community
From Brentwood and Concord to Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek, neighbors still greet each other by name. Fall festivals, block parties, and open-air concerts keep the community spirit alive year-round.
🌿 The Outdoors as a Daily Ritual
Whether it’s morning runs along the Carquinez Strait, bike rides through Concord, or weekend hikes across the East Bay Hills, nature is never far away—it’s part of everyday life.
🎉 Weekends, Designed by You
Food trucks, pop-up shops, and al fresco dining under twinkling string lights bring local flavor and creativity to every weekend plan.
✨ This fall, East Bay living is more than just real estate—it’s a lifestyle.
Here, community, comfort, and that distinct California charm come together seamlessly to create a place that truly feels like home.
Make the Most of Your Weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area
At The Forkas Home Team, we believe a home is more than just four walls it’s the backdrop for life’s best moments. From your first sip of morning coffee to golden-hour hikes along scenic Bay Area trails, your home should reflect and enhance the lifestyle you love.
That’s why we’re more than just Bay Area real estate agents we’re your local guides to the neighborhoods, events, and experiences that make the San Francisco Bay Area one of the most dynamic places to live.
Imagine discovering a cozy new café in Walnut Creek, catching live music at a weekend festival in Concord, or enjoying breathtaking sunsets from Berkeley Hills. Each community here offers its own rhythm, flavor, and sense of belonging and we’re here to help you find the one that feels like home.
📞 Ready to start your next move? Call us today at (925) 351-4924 to explore homes, neighborhoods, and hidden gems that make Bay Area living unforgettable.
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