The City Hall building will be closed to the general public on Fridays from June 6, 2025 through August 29, 2025. San Rafael Community Centers, Libraries, Al Boro Parking Services, and all Public Safety services will remain open and maintain normal Friday hours.

 

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Library Events

Jul
31
Thu
12:00 pm Drop-in Tech Help
Drop-in Tech Help
Jul 31 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Drop-in Tech Help @ Pickleweed Library
Need help with your laptop, phone or tablet? Want to set up an email account? Want to check out our …read more
2:00 pm Mike the Magician
Mike the Magician
Jul 31 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Mike the Magician @ Downtown Library Front Lawn
Looking to have a magical summer? Come see magician Mike Della Penna! He’s silly, he’s funny and he’ll make you …read more
6:30 pm Local Artist Evri Kwong – Angel ...
Local Artist Evri Kwong – Angel ...
Jul 31 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Local Artist Evri Kwong - Angel Island is the Ellis Island of the West Coast, NOT! @ City Hall Council Chambers
This event will be held in San Rafael City Council Chambers at 6:30pm. The San Rafael Public Library is honored …read more
Aug
1
Fri
12:00 pm Drop-in Tech Help
Drop-in Tech Help
Aug 1 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Drop-in Tech Help @ Pickleweed Library
Need help with your laptop, phone or tablet? Want to set up an email account? Want to check out our …read more
Aug
2
Sat
4:00 pm ESL Conversation Club
ESL Conversation Club
Aug 2 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
ESL Conversation Club @ Online via Zoom video conferencing
**New link!** Register for the ESL Conversation Club Are you a new English speaker? Do you want a safe and …read more

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Cyclists compete in the Sunset Criterium bike race in Downtown San Rafael

Thursday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Jul 31 2025

10 Ave of the Flags

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Thursday’s at 10 Avenue of the Flags from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Thursday Marin New — Agricultural Institute of Marin  

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Martinelli House

Jul 31 2025

Martinelli House

AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels, operates on Thursday with stops from 9 am – 10 am Martinelli House (Lincoln Ave., San Rafael, CA) For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Maria B. Freitas Senior Community

Jul 31 2025

Maria B. Freitas Senior Community

Visit the AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels at Maria B. Freitas Senior Community (455 Manuel T. Freitas Parkway, San Rafael, CA). For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

Dancing Under the Lights

Aug 1 2025

Friday, August 1, 2025 5p-9p Fourth St from A Street to Lootens Place Join us for an exciting evening in downtown San Rafael this summer as we host our annual event, "Dancing Under The Lights"! Prepare to dance the night away with our headliner, Boombox, one of the Bay Area's top party bands. The festivities will kick...

Sunday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Aug 3 2025

3501 Civic Center Drive

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Sunday’s at 3501 Civic Center Drive, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Sunday Marin — Agricultural Institute of Marin

42nd Annual National Night Out

Aug 5 2025

San Rafael

Join us on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025, for the 42nd Annual National Night Out (NNO) in San Rafael! From 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, neighborhoods across the city will come together for a night of fun and festivities. Turn on your outside lights and spend the evening with neighbors and police, enjoying block parties, cookouts,...

Thursday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Aug 7 2025

10 Ave of the Flags

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Thursday’s at 10 Avenue of the Flags from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Thursday Marin New — Agricultural Institute of Marin  

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Martinelli House

Aug 7 2025

Martinelli House

AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels, operates on Thursday with stops from 9 am – 10 am Martinelli House (Lincoln Ave., San Rafael, CA) For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Maria B. Freitas Senior Community

Aug 7 2025

Maria B. Freitas Senior Community

Visit the AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels at Maria B. Freitas Senior Community (455 Manuel T. Freitas Parkway, San Rafael, CA). For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

2nd Friday Art Walk

Aug 8 2025

Downtown

Free to the public, enjoy galleries, open studios, art exhibits, and more on the second Friday of each month. Anchored by the Art Works Downtown galleries and studio tour, the 2nd Friday Art Walk connects art venues throughout downtown San Rafael for an evening of inspiration and community!

San Rafael Summer Market

Aug 8 2025

Downtown Fourth Street

It’s a fresh take on a San Rafael tradition—introducing the new Downtown San Rafael Summer Market! AIM is thrilled to reimagine and bring back the San Rafael Summer Market. We’re trying a new concept focused on local makers and street foods. Join us on the second Friday of June, July, and August from 5–9 PM...

Sunday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Aug 10 2025

3501 Civic Center Drive

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Sunday’s at 3501 Civic Center Drive, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Sunday Marin — Agricultural Institute of Marin

Thursday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Aug 14 2025

10 Ave of the Flags

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Thursday’s at 10 Avenue of the Flags from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Thursday Marin New — Agricultural Institute of Marin  

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Martinelli House

Aug 14 2025

Martinelli House

AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels, operates on Thursday with stops from 9 am – 10 am Martinelli House (Lincoln Ave., San Rafael, CA) For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Maria B. Freitas Senior Community

Aug 14 2025

Maria B. Freitas Senior Community

Visit the AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels at Maria B. Freitas Senior Community (455 Manuel T. Freitas Parkway, San Rafael, CA). For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

Climate Action Plan Forum August 14: Transportation

Aug 14 2025

This is our quarterly Climate Change Action Plan community forum, hosted by City Councilmember Maika Llorens Gulati. This month we focus on our biggest source of emissions: transportation. How do we go beyond EV's to reduce our GHG emissions? What is the role of the City? What other agencies are working on this? How can...

West End Block Party

Aug 15 2025

Join us for the West End Block Party in Downtown San Rafael! Fridays from August through mid-October, the vibrant stretch from F to G Streets transforms into a lively celebration from 6 pm to 9 pm. Enjoy eight unforgettable Fridays filled with music and community spirit, all generously sponsored by Pint Size Lounge. Don’t miss...

Sunday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Aug 17 2025

3501 Civic Center Drive

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Sunday’s at 3501 Civic Center Drive, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Sunday Marin — Agricultural Institute of Marin

Thursday Civic Center Farmers’ Market

Aug 21 2025

10 Ave of the Flags

The Agricultural Institute of Marin host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Thursday’s at 10 Avenue of the Flags from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information visit: Thursday Marin New — Agricultural Institute of Marin  

AIM’s Rollin’ Root Farmers Market on Wheels – Martinelli House

Aug 21 2025

Martinelli House

AIM’s Rollin’ Root, a farmers market on wheels, operates on Thursday with stops from 9 am – 10 am Martinelli House (Lincoln Ave., San Rafael, CA) For more information visit: Rollin' Root | Mobile Farmers Market — Agricultural Institute of Marin

Upcoming Meetings

City Council – August 4, 2025 (Cancelled)

Aug 4 2025

City Council - August 4, 2025 (Cancelled)

Zoning Administrator – August 6, 2025

Aug 6 2025

City Hall, Third Floor, Small Mtg Room

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee – August 6, 2025 (Cancelled)

Aug 6 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee - August 6, 2025 (Cancelled)

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