March in the Bay Area means green hills and green beer. In San Francisco, Marin County, and beyond, there are a wealth of food fairs, film festivals and cultural events this month. Here are our picks for great events and activities for families this weekend.
Women’s History Month at SFJazz
March 7–24
SFJazz is entering Women's History Month with a lineup of six distinct performances showcasing creative instrumentalists and vocalists such as Christina Galisatus and Jacqui Naylor. Among the highlights is the 10th Annual Girls Day on March 9, offering a complimentary workshop for aspiring young women musicians.
SF Giants FanFest at Oracle Park
March 9
Flower Bulb Day
March 9
Memento Mori | Memento Vivere
March 10
Marin Art and Garden Center introduces "Memento Mori | Memento Vivere," encapsulating the themes of acknowledging mortality and cherishing life. This showcase portrays the life cycles and the wonders of the natural world using various mediums like photography, sculpture, video, and more. Join us for the opening reception on March 10, which will feature an ikebana demonstration, showcasing the Japanese art of flower arrangement.
The Cole Porter Society Presents a Tribute to Tony Bennett
March 10
If Tony Bennett left his heart in San Francisco, it seems he also left his sheet music in San Rafael. The Marin Center is hosting an evening dedicated to the Bennett songbook, featuring an 18-piece orchestra accompanying singer Noah Griffin and bandleader Harold Jones, who previously served as Bennett's drummer.
25th Annual Persian New Year
March 12
Leap over the flames and step into spring! Join us for a lively evening of dancing and delightful cuisine as we celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, at San Rafael's McNears State Beach from 6 to 10 p.m.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
March 12–23
Step into Shakespeare's magical woodland of playfulness, mix-ups, and jest, where fairies hold sway and love eventually triumphs. A treat for audiences of all ages, this beloved Shakespearean classic, choreographed by George Balanchine, graces our stage once again, featuring Mendelssohn's enchanting music and refreshed costume and set designs by renowned French designer Christian Lacroix.
