July brings the height of Marin’s summer energy, featuring lively community festivals, outdoor concerts, and the excitement of holiday celebrations. Families can enjoy everything from coastal sailing and historic art walks to open-air amphitheater performances and vibrant downtown events across the county. With long, sun-filled days, it’s the perfect time to fully embrace the seasonal rhythm of Northern California. Here are our picks for family-friendly Marin events in July 2026:
Marin County Fair
Date: July 1-5, 2026
Location: 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, California
Time: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
The Marin County Fair returns to San Rafael from July 1–5, 2026, with this year’s theme, Stars, Stripes & Stories, celebrating five days of live entertainment, carnival rides, fireworks, exhibits, and family-friendly fun.
Guests can enjoy headline performances, interactive attractions, themed experiences, and unlimited carnival rides included with admission, making it one of Marin County’s most anticipated summer traditions.
Rancho Roots: The Californio Legacy in Marin
Date: July 9, 2026
Location: Boyd Gate House, 1125 B Street, San Rafael
Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
The exhibit explores the legacy of Marin County’s Californio ranchos, highlighting the Spanish and Mexican settlers who established ranchos across the region in the early 19th century.
Through artifacts, family stories, historic photographs, and bilingual interactive displays in English and Spanish, visitors can discover daily life on the ranchos and how their influence continues to shape Marin County’s farms, landscapes, and place names today.
Corte Madera Summer Concert in Town Park
Date: July 19, 2026
Location: 498 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
The Corte Madera Community Foundation continues its tradition of free live music with the 2026 Corte Madera Summer Concert Series.
Concerts run from 5:00pm to 6:30pm and are open to the public at no cost. While Menke Park is under renovation, performances will take place at Town Park, with a return to the Piccolo Pavilion expected once construction is completed in late July.
Guests are invited to bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy relaxed summer evenings filled with live music.
A Day in Lavender at McEvoy Ranch
Date: July 25, 2026
Location: McEvoy Ranch 5935 Red Hill Road Petaluma, CA 94952
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Spend a relaxed summer afternoon at the ranch surrounded by the calming beauty of Lavender Hill in a self-paced, open-house setting designed for creativity and rest.
Wander through fragrant lavender fields at your own pace and take part in hands-on activities that capture the spirit of the season, offering a peaceful experience for solo visitors and families alike.
Marin Jazz Presents Grammy Nominated, Maria Muldaur & Her Jazzabelle Quintet: Blues & All That Jazz
Date: July 25, 2026
Location: 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, CA 94939
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Enjoy an evening of blues, jazz, and American roots music as Maria Muldaur & Her Jazzabelle Quintet bring Blues & All That Jazz to the Lark Theater in Larkspur.
Known for her Grammy-nominated hit “Midnight at the Oasis,” Muldaur blends timeless jazz and blues classics with selections inspired by her latest tribute to legendary blues artist Victoria Spivey, creating a memorable performance that celebrates the rich traditions of American music.
Full Moon Kayak Tour with Sea Trek
Date: July 28, 2026
Location: Sea Trek Kayak and SUP 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
Time: 7:30 PM
Experience San Francisco Bay at night on a guided Full Moon Kayak Tour with Sea Trek in Sausalito.
Paddle through Richardson Bay as the sun sets and the full moon rises, creating a glowing reflection across the water. After a brief kayaking orientation, follow experienced guides along the waterfront, where you may spot harbor seals, local birdlife, and Sausalito’s iconic floating homes.
The journey continues with peaceful views of the illuminated San Francisco skyline, offering a calm, beginner-friendly way to experience the Bay from a unique perspective.
Make, Paint, and Take: Summer Floral Arranging & Watercolor Workshop at the Marin Art and Garden Center
Date: July 28, 2026
Location: 30 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Ross, CA 94957
Time: 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Celebrate the season at Marin Art and Garden Center with a hands-on floral and watercolor workshop led by artist instructor Suzy Kopf.
Participants will design a garden-inspired bouquet using fresh spring clippings from the grounds while learning floral design techniques focused on color, balance, and composition. The experience continues with watercolor painting, where guests are guided step-by-step through mixing colors, painting greenery, and capturing the movement and texture of flowers.
