Bay Meadows March Agenda

March has arrived, bringing fresh energy and plenty of reasons to get out and explore around Bay Meadows and the Peninsula. From early spring garden inspiration and cultural celebrations to live music, family-friendly outings, fitness classes, and hands-on creative fun, this month is packed with ways to connect close to home. Whether you’re walking over, biking through the neighborhood, or hopping on Caltrain, these March events make it easy to enjoy the season and your community.

When you live just steps from Caltrain, getting from here to there is easy—and car-free. Grab the Hillsdale Caltrain schedule and dive into our monthly event roundup to discover all the ways to celebrate, create, explore, and connect throughout the month ahead.

Bay Meadows Run Club with Basecamp San Mateo. Join this free fun run Wednesday evenings at 6pm and Saturday mornings at 8am. Meet at 3050 S. Delaware for a 2-, 3-, 4- or 6-mile loop (something for everyone) to get moving. Run, jog, or walk. Happening weekly – rain or shine. All paces and people are welcome. Members often gather in Town Square for a Blue Bottle coffee or at Fieldwork Brewing Beer Garden after each run. Plus, there’s no fee! You heard right – membership is not required. This is a community building fun run, compliments of our neighbors at Basecamp Bay Meadows.

Sunday Downtown San Mateo Farmers Market. West Coast Farmer’s market runs year-round at 222 East 4th Avenue Sundays from 9am to 2pm in Downtown San Mateo. The farmer’s market has a curated selection of fresh fruits, veggies, and a couple of tasty food trucks to fuel your morning stroll.

College of San Mateo Farmers’ Market. Shop seasonally and fresh each Saturday from 9am to 1pm (year-round) at San Mateo’s largest farmer’s market located at 1700 West Hillsdale Boulevard.

March 1, Camellias at San Mateo Arboretum Society. Camellias are easy to grow and a wonderful addition to your garden, patio and the front entrance to your home or apartment. They make great cut flowers and their beauty can be enjoyed inside.

March 1, Gratitude Meditation. Whether you are a seasoned meditator or a beginner, this gathering at Chill Spot Rendezvous in San Mateo will provide valuable connection, calming peace, and positivity. Tickets include a free scoop of our ultra-premium gourmet ice cream or specialty drink.

March 1-3, ALS Network Donation Drive. This Belmont donation drive is for care packages supporting caregivers of ALS patients. The drive runs from through March 3 and donations will be accepted at the Belmont Parks and Recreation Office and Belmont Library.

March 1-April 10, AARP Tax Aide Help. Get your taxes done for free by AARP. Volunteers will assist with simple tax returns every Friday. Appointment times are 9:30 am – 4:00 pm.

March 6, First Friday Nights. On the first Friday of every month parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey in San Mateo. Swing into the weekend with music, food trucks, animals, and fun!

March 6, Irish Soda Bread Brewery Breadmaking Class, San Carlos. Join Grainbakers at Devil’s Canyon Brewing Companyfor an Irish soda bread class with brewer’s barley, sweet Irish cream drizzle, and proper pints in hand.

March 6, San Mateo County History Museum FREE First Fridays. Visit the SMCHM every Friday for free First Friday events, where children enjoy special programs including crafts and storytime, and adults can join a docent-led tour of the museum.

March 7, Yoga, Pilates & Planes. Head to the iconic Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos for Yoga, Pilates & Planes, a signature fusion class where strength meets stretch beneath the wings of historic aircraft.

March 7, Silly Sensory Science. Fizz, pop, ooze! Get fully immersed in exploring tactile science and sensory stations in Redwood City. Be prepared to get wet and messy. Get ready for an exploration like no other!

March 8, Burlingame Reflections — A Cameras & Coffee Photo Walk. Walking, shooting, and talking with other photographers sharpens how you see, while pausing over coffee creates space to reflect, ask questions, and learn from one another.

March 8, Public Safety Fair. Learn important information about preparing for a disaster while exploring a variety of public safety equipment like firetrucks and patrol cars in nearby San Carlos.

March 12–14, Irish Night with Devil’s Orchard in Woodside. Celebrate Filoli’s Irish connections with a live performance. Intertwined in Filoli’s history are enduring tales of Ireland. As Devil’s Orchard takes the stage, the room comes alive with music, history, and the timeless landscapes that inspired generations.

March 13, Latin Night Dance Party (at Motion Arts Center). Enjoy a weekly Latin Night Dance Party filled with Salsa, Bachata, and Cumbia music in San Mateo. Bring your friends and get ready for an unforgettable night of dancing and fun on the dance floor.

March 14, Pinstripes Kids Club – San Mateo. Pinstripes Kids Club is a monthly family-friendly experience designed to bring creativity, fun, and connection together. Held on the second Saturday of each month, Kids Club features engaging activities for children in a welcoming Pinstripes setting, perfect for a memorable weekend outing.

March 15, Mid-Peninsula Camp & School Fair. The 8 FREE Bay Area Camp & School Fairs sponsored by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health provide families with a one-stop shopping experience as they plan their spring break and summer activities.

March 15, St. Patrick’s Celebration! The Luck o’ the Irish meets the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos for a special aerial celebration in honor of St. Patrick himself!

March 15, Bike Skills 101 — Fundamental Bike Handling Skills. This 4-hour co-ed clinic in Redwood City is the foundation of everything else you’ll learn on the bike.

March 17, St. Patricks Day Paint and Sip. Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a splash of creativity and some tasty sips! This in-person event at Pinstripes San Mateo is the perfect way to unwind, paint something fun, and enjoy great company.

March 17–19, Opera San José. Opera San José brings the power and passion of their world-class artistry to Fioli’s historic stage in Woodside. This unforgettable evening offers an exclusive preview of Opera San José’s 2026–2027 season, along with stirring highlights from their upcoming production of the iconic classic, La Traviata. 

March 18, March Speed Puzzle Competition at Alpha Acid Brewery. Enjoy a fun-filled event in Belmont where teams of two will race against the clock to complete a challenging yet-to-be-released wooden jigsaw puzzle from Artifact Puzzles. Whether you’re a puzzle pro or just enjoy a good brain teaser, this contest is perfect for all levels.

March 27, 16th Annual San Francisco Salsa Festival. A weekend of world-class performances, dancing, competition and workshops with top salsa and Bachata instructors in Burlingame.

March 29, Financiers & Madeleines in San Mateo. Enjoy a delightful hands-on baking class where we explore two elegant French treats perfect for tea time and special occasions.

February/March Sessions at Clayroom. When signing up for 6-week classes, one signs up by selecting (signing up for) the 1st class. Classes 2-6 will occur on a weekly cadence during the same day of the week and timeslot. 6-week in-studio classes for pottery.

Discount Tuesday (at Cinemark Century San Mateo 12). There’s never been a better time to turn up on a weekday, because every Tuesday at Cinemark is Discount Tuesday—cheap movie tickets are always within reach.

Bel Mateo Bowl Friday, Saturday and Sundays in San Mateo.
Karoake – Fridays from 7:30 – 11:30pm hit the mic with friends for some Karaoke.
Planet Bowling – Bowl in the dark under black lights on Fridays from 9:30 – 11:30pm and Saturdays from 8- 11:30pm.
Incredibowl – Fridays 9:30 – 11:30pm and Saturdays from 8 – 11:30pm interactive graphics elevate your bowling game with Incredibowl.
Family Pizza Night – Sundays from 5-8pm Family Pizza Nights and all you can bowl 8-10pm!
All You Can Bowl – Sundays enjoy unlimited bowling for 2 hours 8- 10pm! 

Bicycle Sundays. From 9am – 3pm, a 3.8-mile segment of Cañada Road along Crystal Springs Regional Trail is closed between the Filoli entrance and Highway 92 allowing for non-motorized activities including jogging, bicycling, hiking, roller-skating, and walking. Cañada Road between Edgewood Road to the Filoli entrance will remain open to vehicles. Check for holiday closures.

Experience Midurban life. Bay Meadows is a family-friendly neighborhood with lots of open space to enjoy all-year long. Whether it’s growing your own vegetables in an organic community garden, playing a game of pick-up basketball after work, team building over bocce in the beer garden, picnicking with family on warm summer nights or with a run around the park, there’s no shortage of green space to explore. Check out life out and about at Bay Meadows by following us on Instagram.

Bay Meadows February Agenda

February is here, and life around Bay Meadows and the Peninsula is buzzing with ways to get out and enjoy the season. This month is full of community gatherings, family-friendly fun, cultural celebrations, live music, fitness, and creative experiences—all just a short walk or train ride away.

When you live just steps from Caltrain, getting from here to there is easy—and car-free. Grab the Hillsdale Caltrain schedule and dive into our February event roundup to discover all the ways to celebrate, create, explore, and connect throughout the month ahead.

Bay Meadows Run Club with Basecamp San Mateo. Join this free fun run Wednesday evenings at 6pm and Saturday mornings at 8am. Meet at 3050 S. Delaware for a 2-, 3-, 4- or 6-mile loop (something for everyone) to get moving. Run, jog, or walk. Happening weekly – rain or shine. All paces and people are welcome. Members often gather in Town Square for a Blue Bottle coffee or at Fieldwork Brewing Beer Garden after each run. Plus, there’s no fee! You heard right – membership is not required. This is a community building fun run, compliments of our neighbors at Basecamp Bay Meadows.

Sunday Downtown San Mateo Farmers Market. West Coast Farmer’s market runs year-round at 222 East 4th Avenue Sundays from 9am to 2pm in Downtown San Mateo. The farmer’s market has a curated selection of fresh fruits, veggies, and a couple of tasty food trucks to fuel your morning stroll.

College of San Mateo Farmers’ Market. Shop seasonally and fresh each Saturday from 9am to 1pm (year-round) at San Mateo’s largest farmer’s market located at 1700 West Hillsdale Boulevard.

February 1, Master Gardener Plant Clinic in San Mateo. Join UC Master Gardeners Rich Busacker, Susan Houston and Debra Skorupka and get your hands dirty while learning how to make “soil blocks” – a method of starting seeds in cubes of compressed soil. This seed starting method eliminates the use of plastic pots and reduces the disruption of plant roots when transplanting.

February 6, First Friday Nights. On the first Friday of every month, from 5 PM until 8 PM, parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey in San Mateo. Dance to some of your favorite hits, while enjoying animal presentations and science activities.

February 6, San Mateo County History Museum FREE First Fridays. Visit the SMCHM every Friday for free First Friday events, where children enjoy special programs including crafts and storytime, and adults can join a docent-led tour of the museum.

February 7, Sweetheart Dance in Redwood City. Enjoy music, dancing, festive photo booth, crafts, and tasty refreshments. Dress up in semi-formal attire and make magical moments with your little ones.

February 8, Lunar New Year Celebration in Belmont. The City of Belmont and Belmont Library is hosting an afternoon filled with dance, music, crafts, and more! This celebration is free and open to all ages.

February 8, Bot Bowl and Flying Football Fun Fest in San Carlos. Take a turn commanding programmable robots to run plays in the Hiller Aviation’s own robotic stadium! Fly a drone through football uprights, and explore gridiron aerodynamics while folding, flicking and flying a paper football!

February 12-14, Valentine’s Day Jazz with Stella Cole at Fioli in Woodside. Let love take center stage this Valentine’s Day with an enchanting evening in the Ballroom, featuring the captivating Stella Cole. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable concert experience with your valentine—where timeless tunes and an intimate ambiance weave a spell of romance.

February 15, Financiers & Madeleines in San Mateo. Enjoy a delightful hands-on baking class where Baking Arts San Mateo invites you to explore two elegant French treats perfect for tea time and special occasions.

February 18, Sunset Trivia (at O’Neills). Unearth your team’s potential at O’Neills Irish Pub in San Mateo! This vibrant spot, perfect for continuing your evening, hosts exhilarating trivia every Wednesday at 7:15 PM.

February 20, Latin Night Dance Party (at Motion Arts Center). Enjoy weekly Latin Night Dance Party filled with Salsa, Bachata, and Cumbia music in San Mateo. Bring neighbors and get ready for an unforgettable night of dancing and fun on the dance floor.

February 27, Karaoke (at Chill Spot Rendezvous). This San Mateo cafe offers a wonderful space to relax, feel good, and community activity and events to enjoy: music, karaoke, spoken word, open mic and more.

February 28, 14th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration in Redwood City. Featuring lion dancers, martial artists, taiko drummers, other live performances, and kids arts and crafts for this vibrant celebration of the Year of the Horse.

February 28, Lunar New Year Family Day at Fioli. Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Lunar New Year with dazzling Lion Dance performances, festive games, and engaging activities hosted by local community partners in Woodside.

February/March Sessions at Clayroom. When signing up for 6-week classes, one signs up by selecting (signing up for) the 1st class. Classes 2-6 will occur on a weekly cadence during the same day of the week and timeslot. 6-week in-studio classes for pottery.

Discount Tuesday (at Cinemark Century San Mateo 12). There’s never been a better time to turn up on a weekday, because every Tuesday at Cinemark is Discount Tuesday—cheap movie tickets are always within reach.

Bel Mateo Bowl Friday, Saturday and Sundays in San Mateo.
Karoake – Fridays from 7:30 – 11:30pm hit the mic with friends for some Karaoke.
Planet Bowling – Bowl in the dark under black lights on Fridays from 9:30 – 11:30pm and Saturdays from 8- 11:30pm.
Incredibowl – Fridays 9:30 – 11:30pm and Saturdays from 8 – 11:30pm interactive graphics elevate your bowling game with Incredibowl.
Family Pizza Night – Sundays from 5-8pm Family Pizza Nights and all you can bowl 8-10pm!
All You Can Bowl – Sundays enjoy unlimited bowling for 2 hours 8- 10pm!

Bicycle Sundays. From 9am – 3pm, a 3.8-mile segment of Cañada Road along Crystal Springs Regional Trail is closed between the Filoli entrance and Highway 92 allowing for non-motorized activities including jogging, bicycling, hiking, roller-skating, and walking. Cañada Road between Edgewood Road to the Filoli entrance will remain open to vehicles. Check for holiday closures.

 

Experience Midurban life. Bay Meadows is a family-friendly neighborhood with lots of open space to enjoy all-year long. Whether it’s growing your own vegetables in an organic community garden, playing a game of pick-up basketball after work, team building over bocce in the beer garden, picnicking with family on warm summer nights or with a run around the park, there’s no shortage of green space to explore. Check out life out and about at Bay Meadows by following us on Instagram.