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Apr 12 & 13 Weekend
Apr 11 | The King of Kings |
Renowned storyteller Charles Dickens shares the story of Jesus Christ with his son in this animated film. In theater on Apr 11 |
Apr 11 | Waitress |
Montgomery Theater San Jose CMT Marquee presents Waitress from April 11-20, a musical about Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, who is stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage and finds a recipe for happiness in unexpected places. 271 S Market St, San Jose |
Apr 11 | Easy Garden Sketching: Conservatory of Flowers with Eileen P. Goldenberg |
Conservatory of Flowers This sketching class teaches participants ages 7 and up how to simplify shapes, look for shadows and details, and add watercolor to their drawings, and includes a free sketch kit. 100 John F Kennedy Dr, San Francisco Apr 11 @ 10:00am - 12:00pm |
Apr 12 | Easter on the Farm |
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds The Agricultural History Project is hosting their annual Easter with egg hunts, arts & crafts, hayrides, and a photo op with the Easter Bunny for children and adults. 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville Apr 12 @ 11:00am – 3:00pm |
Apr 12 | Family Nature Adventures: Let’s Chat About Scat – Tracking Animals of the Redwood Forest! |

Chabot Space & Science Center
Learn to identify animals by their tracks, eating habits, and scat on a guided walk to uncover signs of wildlife and their habitats in this fun and educational adventure suitable for kids.
10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, Apr 12 @ 10:30am - 12:30pm
Apr 12 | The Sky Tonight |
Fujitsu Planetarium Join a live tour of the current night sky, learn to find visible planets and star patterns, and explore deep-sky objects, suitable for children 8 and older. 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino Apr 12 @ 5:00pm - 6:00pm |
Apr 13 | Dino Days: Low-Sensory Sundays |
California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco Apr 13 @ 10:00am |
Apr 12,13 | Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival |
Japantown, San Francisco The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival in 2025 will feature a variety of cultural programs, a grand parade, and special events, celebrating Japanese and Japanese American traditions. Apr 12,13 & 19,20 |
Apr 13 | Wildflower Hike |
Mitchell Canyon Visitor’s Center Join a peaceful hike through Mitchell Canyon to discover the vibrant hues of wildflowers, suitable for ages 6 and up. 96 Mitchell Canyon Rd, Clayton Apr 13 @ 11:00am - 1:00pm |
Apr 13 | HEAD WEST Hayes Valley |
![]() | Hayes Street at Patricia’s Green, San Francisco HEAD WEST is hosting a marketplace in Hayes Valley in San Francisco, featuring independent brands and designers. Apr 13 @ 11:00am - 5:00pm |
Apr 13 | Airport Runway Run |
Hiller Aviation Museum Express your need for speed with a unique 2K/5K/10K event that's fun and healthy for the whole family. 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos Apr 13 @ 7:30am - 10:00am |
Apr 12,13 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: Surfing Magician Show |
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Doug Hofkins, a.k.a. the “Surfing Magician” will amaze and amuse audiences at the Boardwalk Pirate Ship Stage with shows 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz Apr 7-18 @ 12:30pm – 4:00pm |
Apr 12,13 | Dream Garden |
The Tech Interactive AI-powered immersive exhibit at The Tech Interactive that transforms your ideas and movements into a vibrant, surreal ecosystem, designed to spark curiosity and inspire wonder for visitors of all ages and abilities. 201 S. Market St., San Jose Available daily @ 11:00am - 5:00pm |
Apr 12,13 | Creature FEETures - An Outdoor Exhibition |
CuriOdyssey Wander through an outdoor gallery of microscopic animal anatomy photography and foot-powered exhibits, exploring adaptations of CuriOdyssey animals' feet through life-size castings of their tracks. 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo Available daily @ 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Apr 12,13 | Guided Walk at Burleigh H. Murray Ranch |
Burleigh H. Murray Ranch Join State Park Docents on a leisurely two-hour, 2.5-mile walk to learn about the lives of early pioneers and farming families along Mills Creek. Apr 12,13 |