San Mateo County in June 2025: Your Essential Guide to Summer’s Best Events

Welcome to a vibrant June in San Mateo County. As summer officially commences, the peninsula transforms into a dynamic hub of activities tailored to a wide spectrum of interests and age demographics. This comprehensive guide aims to delineate the month’s diverse offerings, ranging from expansive county fairs and significant cultural commemorations to intimate literary discussions and invigorating outdoor pursuits, thereby enabling residents and visitors to optimally engage with the community’s rich calendar.

I. Featured Festivals & Major Events

The San Mateo County Fair: A Peninsula Tradition Returns (May 30 – June 8)

The award-winning San Mateo County Fair is poised to return, offering eight days of continuous entertainment and novel experiences for individuals of all ages at the San Mateo County Event Center.¹ This esteemed annual event serves as a foundational element of the summer season in the Bay Area, celebrating the profound cultural tapestry and inherent diversity of San Mateo County.¹

The Fair is scheduled to operate from Friday, May 30, through Sunday, June 8, 2025. Daily hours are from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with an adjusted opening time of 4:00 PM on May 30. It is important to note that the Fair will be closed to the public on Monday, June 2, and Tuesday, June 3.³

The musical and entertainment lineup is extensive. The inaugural weekend features the Bayside 101 Music Festival, showcasing performances across three distinct stages. Headlining acts include Better Than Ezra on May 30, and Hoobastank and Everclear on May 31.¹ The Poppi Concert Series will present a diverse array of artists throughout the Fair, including Jason Chen on June 1, Queen Nation on June 4, Jefferson Starship on June 5, and the Pop 2000 Tour, featuring Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, LFO, OTOWN, and Ryan Cabrera, on June 6.¹ Additional performances include Sammy Johnson on Pacific Islands Day (June 7) and Latin artists Ladrón, Los Fugitivos, and Grupo Yndio for Día De La Feria (June 8).¹

Beyond the musical acts, the Fair dedicates specific days to cultural celebrations and special recognitions. Asian Cultural Day is scheduled for Sunday, June 1.¹ Thursday, June 5, is designated as Honoring Veterans & Senior Day, providing free admission for veterans, seniors aged 62 and above, and children 12 and under.³ Pacific Islands Day will be observed on Saturday, June 7, and culminating with Día De La Feria on Sunday, June 8.³ A Black History Museum is also featured daily.³

New attractions complement classic favorites, enhancing the overall visitor experience. Attendees can explore the Popnology exhibit, engage with an interactive milking cow named Mademoiselle Crème de la Crème, and enjoy thrilling rides, educational displays, art installations, agricultural showcases, and a wide selection of traditional and innovative fair treats.¹ Daily programming also encompasses competitive exhibits, lively pig races, and performances and workshops by the Silver Starlets circus troupe.¹⁰

The San Mateo County Fair’s comprehensive programming, which explicitly incorporates “Asian Cultural Day,” and “Pacific Islands Day,” along with a varied musical roster, demonstrates a deliberate and extensive commitment to representing the county’s diverse cultural composition.¹ This approach signifies that significant public events within San Mateo County are increasingly designed to be inclusive and reflective of its multicultural demographics, actively fostering cultural understanding and celebration. The Fair thus functions as a central gathering point that caters to a broad spectrum of interests beyond conventional fair attractions, serving as a microcosm of the county’s vibrant diversity.

Table 1: San Mateo County Fair Daily Highlights (May 30 – June 8, 2025)

| Date | Fair Hours | Key Special Event/Cultural Day | Main Stage Headliner/Key Performances | Notable Attractions/Activities |

| :– | :——— | :—————————– | :———————————– | :—————————– |

| May 30 (Fri) | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Bayside 101 Music Festival Kick-off | Better Than Ezra | Drone Show, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop, Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs |

| May 31 (Sat) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Bayside 101 Music Festival | Hoobastank, Everclear, Friday Pilots Club | Drone Show, Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop |

| Jun 1 (Sun) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Asian Cultural Day | Jason Chen | Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop, Drone Show |

| Jun 2 (Mon) | Closed to Public | – | – | – |

| Jun 3 (Tue) | Closed to Public | – | – | – |

| Jun 4 (Wed) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | – | Queen Nation | Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop |

| Jun 5 (Thu) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Honoring Veterans & Senior Day (Free Admission) | Jefferson Starship | Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop |

| Jun 6 (Fri) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | – | Pop 2000 Tour (Chris Kirkpatrick, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, LFO) | Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop |

| Jun 7 (Sat) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Pacific Islands Day | Sammy Johnson | Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop |

| Jun 8 (Sun) | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Día De La Feria | Ladrón, Los Fugitivos, Grupo Yndio | Competitive Exhibits, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Silver Starlets Show/Workshop |

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Juneteenth Observances (Throughout June)

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates the historical moment when slavery officially ended in the United States, serving as a pivotal day to celebrate freedom and equal rights.¹¹ The increasing public observance of Juneteenth across San Mateo County reflects its growing prominence as a recognized and celebrated holiday.

San Mateo County Libraries will host a special drumming experience with Onye Onyemaechi in celebration of Juneteenth.¹¹ This particular event is highlighted by the East Palo Alto Library.¹¹ An “African Village Experience With Onye Onyemaechi” is also scheduled for June 9, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at the East Palo Alto Library.¹²

In Redwood City, the San Mateo County Juneteenth Flag Raising ceremony is planned for Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, at the San Mateo County Courtyard, located at 455 County Center.¹³ Furthermore, the City of San Mateo’s facilities will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.¹⁴ Similarly, Daly City will observe a City Holiday Closure on Thursday, June 19, for Juneteenth.¹⁵ The widespread recognition of Juneteenth, evidenced by these city facility closures, flag-raising ceremonies, and dedicated cultural events at libraries, signifies a societal shift towards greater recognition of historical events related to civil rights and a deepening commitment to cultural education and remembrance within the community. This means that residents can anticipate both opportunities for engaging in cultural events and potential adjustments to public services due to holiday closures.

II. Community & Cultural Enrichment

San Mateo County Libraries Programs: A Hub of Learning and Fun

San Mateo County Libraries serve as vital centers for community engagement, offering an extensive range of programs designed for all ages throughout June.¹¹ The sheer volume and variety of these programs demonstrate the libraries’ role as essential community anchors. This broad offering highlights the public library system as a critical, accessible resource that fosters lifelong learning, cultural appreciation, and social connection for residents across all demographics, often without charge.

The “Summer Adventure 2025” program, running from June 1 through August 31, encourages participants of all ages to “Read, Make and Explore” through activity logs, with opportunities to win prizes such as a $1,000 scholarship or tickets to San Francisco Giants games.¹⁶ To inaugurate this initiative, “Summer Kick-Off Parties” will be held at each library, featuring unique activities like face painting, music, and games.¹¹

Literary enthusiasts can anticipate four distinct author talks scheduled for June ¹¹:

• Janelle Brown, author of What Kind of Paradise, will speak on Saturday, June 7, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Atherton Library.¹¹
• Jemimah Wei, author of The Original Daughter, will offer an online author talk on Wednesday, June 11, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.¹¹
• Isaac Fellman, author of Notes From A Regicide, will present on Saturday, June 14, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the San Mateo Central Park Recreation Center.¹¹
• Jon Hickey, author of Big Chief, is scheduled for Sunday, June 29, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at San Carlos Library.¹¹

For those interested in linguistic development, the libraries provide various language learning and conversation clubs. These include Mandarin for beginners, Cantonese for beginners, a Spanish conversation club, and an English conversation club/free English class. An online Chinese book club is also available. Furthermore, bilingual storytimes for children and families are offered in Tagalog, Spanish, Japanese, and Russian.¹¹ Specific sessions include a Basic English Class on June 4 and 9, an Intermediate English Class on June 5, and an English Conversation Club on June 3 and other dates at Menlo Park Library.¹⁸

Mahjong enthusiasts, whether novices or experienced players, are invited to participate in California-style mahjong sessions to learn, play, and connect.¹¹

Beyond these categories, numerous other notable events are scheduled across the library system:

• Drop-In 3D Printing: Sunday, June 1, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM at North Fair Oaks.¹⁷
• Zumba: Sunday, June 1, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM at Half Moon Bay.¹⁷
• Scented Sachet & Calligraphy Workshop: Sunday, June 1, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM at Foster City.¹⁷
• Mandarin/Cantonese Storytime: Sunday, June 1, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.¹⁷
• Playtime Storytime: Sunday, June 1, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM at San Carlos.¹⁷
• Computer Basics: Intro to Adobe Photoshop: Sunday, June 1, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Brisbane.¹⁷
• Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí: Sunday, June 1, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Atherton.¹⁷
• Tech Tutor Drop-In: Sunday, June 1, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at San Carlos.¹⁷
• Reading Buddies: Sunday, June 1, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Pacifica Sharp Park.¹⁷
• FIFA Tournament: Sunday, June 1, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM at Pacifica Sharp Park.¹⁷
• Project Read-Book Club: Wednesday, June 4, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.¹⁸
• eBook Appointments: Wednesday, June 4, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.¹⁸
• SMPL Book Discussion Group: Thursday, June 5, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.¹⁸
• Genealogy Reference Assistance: Saturday, June 7, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Tuesday, June 10, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.¹⁸
• Tech Help @ Main: Saturday, June 7, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.¹⁸
• Knit, Etc. @ The Library: Sunday, June 8, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.¹⁸
• Cunamacue: Offers opportunities to learn Afro-Peruvian culture through rhythms, instruments, and dances.¹⁶
• STEPS Stories and Songs: An ASL storytelling experience with Kei-Che.¹⁶
• Save Nature: Provides STEAM programs for youth (ages 6-18), including owl pellet discovery, squid science dissection, and insect discovery labs.¹⁶
• Haopinaka Hawaiian Music and Dance: An educational performance that integrates Hawaiian history, culture, language, music, and dance.¹⁶
• Sager Family Farm: A hands-on STEAM workshop where participants can create customized lip balm.¹⁶
• Malinky Music: Offers joyful, bilingual Spanish-English music and movement programs for young children (ages 0-5) and their families.¹⁶
• Library Closures: All San Mateo County Libraries and Customer Care will be closed on Sunday, June 15, and Thursday, June 19 (for Juneteenth).¹¹
• Menlo Park Library specific events: Include a Silly Sunday Singalong (June 1), an Exhibition: Traveling Stitches (June 1 and 23 additional dates), a California Book Group (June 1), “Butterflies: Saving the Western Monarchs” (June 2), “Melanated Women Read” (June 2), Teen Media Wednesdays (June 4), and Teen Tabletop Gaming (June 4).¹⁹
• South San Francisco Library specific events: Feature Family Storytime (June 2), Introduction to Scratch Coding (June 2, 16, 23), a Spanish Conversation Group (June 2), Toddler Storytime (June 3), Learning Wheels at SSF Health Clinic (June 3), Tech Tuesday: Simplified Summer (June 3), Apoyo Latino (June 3), and Baby Storytime (June 4).²⁰

Table 2: San Mateo County Libraries Recurring Programs (June 2025)

Program Name	Type	Frequency	Typical Day/Time	Locations (if specified)
English Conversation Club	Language Learning	Multiple dates	June 3 (and 29 more dates)	Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park, CA
Basic English Class	Language Learning	Weekly	June 4, 9 (10:30 AM – 12:00 PM)	San Mateo Public Library
Intermediate English Class	Language Learning	Weekly	June 5 (10:30 AM – 12:00 PM)	San Mateo Public Library
Mahjong California Style!	Crafts & Hobbies	Various	Check Events Calendar	Various San Mateo County Libraries
Mandarin for Beginners	Language Learning	Various	Check Events Calendar	Various San Mateo County Libraries
Cantonese for Beginners	Language Learning	Various	Check Events Calendar	Various San Mateo County Libraries
Spanish Conversation Club	Language Learning	Various	Check Events Calendar	Various San Mateo County Libraries
Online Chinese Book Club	Language Learning	Online	Check Events Calendar	Online
Bilingual Storytime (Tagalog, Spanish, Japanese, Russian)	Language & Literacy	Various	Check Events Calendar	Various San Mateo County Libraries
Drop-In 3D Printing	Technology	Weekly	Sunday, June 1 (10:00 AM–11:00 AM)	North Fair Oaks Library
Zumba	Health, Wellness	Weekly	Sunday, June 1 (10:30 AM–11:30 AM)	Half Moon Bay Library
Mandarin/Cantonese Storytime	Language & Literacy	Weekly	Sunday, June 1 (10:30 AM–11:00 AM)	Various Libraries
Playtime Storytime	Children’s	Weekly	Sunday, June 1 (10:30 AM–11:00 AM)	San Carlos Library
Tech Tutor Drop-In	Technology	Weekly	Sunday, June 1 (11:00 AM–12:00 PM)	San Carlos Library
Reading Buddies	Literacy	Weekly	Sunday, June 1 (11:00 AM–12:00 PM)	Pacifica Sharp Park Library
Family Storytime	Children’s	Weekly	Every Monday (10:30 AM)	Grand Avenue Library, SSF
Introduction to Scratch Coding	Technology	Multiple dates	June 2, 16, 23 (3:30 PM)	Library
Spanish Conversation Group	Language Learning	Weekly	Every Monday (6:30 PM)	Library
Toddler Storytime	Children’s	Weekly	Every Tuesday (10:30 AM)	Library
Learning Wheels at SSF Health Clinic	Literacy	Weekly	Every Tuesday (10:30 AM)	306 Spruce Avenue, SSF
Baby Storytime	Children’s	Weekly	Every Wednesday (10:30 AM)	Library

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Local Farmers Markets: Fresh Produce and Community Connection

San Mateo County is home to numerous certified farmers markets, which consistently offer fresh, locally sourced produce and cultivate a vibrant community atmosphere throughout June. These markets serve as essential nodes for local commerce and community gathering.

The Half Moon Bay Coastside Farmers Market operates every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.¹¹ In East Palo Alto, the East Palo Alto Community Farmers’ Market is held every Wednesday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Bloomhouse, located at 2555 Pulgas Ave. This market is notable for accepting various payment methods, including Cal Fresh/EBT, and features a Fruit & Veggie Savings Program, enhancing accessibility to nutritious food.²⁴ The San Mateo Farmer’s Market is open on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.²⁶ Additionally, the San Mateo 25th Avenue Farmers’ Market runs on Tuesdays from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, from May through October, at 194 W 25th Avenue.

Other notable farmers markets across San Mateo County include:

• Pacifica Coastside Farmers Market: Wednesdays, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (April-December) at 400 Old County Rd.
• Daly City Certified Farmers Market: Thursdays and Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at 133 Serramonte Center.
• Foster City PJCC CFM: Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Year Round) at 800 Foster City Boulevard.
• Brisbane Community Farmers Market: Thursdays, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Year Round) at 11 Old County Rd.
• Burlingame The Fresh Market: Thursdays, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (May-October) and Sundays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at 200-240 Park Rd/Burlingame Ave.
• Portola Valley Farmers’ Market: Thursdays, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Year Round) at 765 Portola Rd.
• Millbrae Certified Farmers Market: Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at 200-300 block of Broadway.
• Redwood City Kiwanis Certified Farmers Market: Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (April-November) at Arguello St. between Broadway & Brewster.
• College of San Mateo Farmers Market: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at College of San Mateo.
• South San Francisco Orange Park CFM: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at 781 Tennis Drive.
• Belmont Farmers Market: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at 1201 El Camino Real & O’Neill.
• Menlo Park Farmers Market/Lions: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at Chestnut & Crane.
• San Carlos Farmers’ Market: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Year Round) at 600 Block of Laurel Street @ Cherry Street.
• Kaiser South San Francisco Farmers Market: Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Year Round) at 1200 El Camino Real.

Table 3: San Mateo County Farmers Markets (June 2025)

Market Name	Location	Days of Operation	Hours	Accepts Food Assistance Programs
Half Moon Bay Coastside Farmers Market	225 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay	Saturdays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Cal Fresh, WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP
East Palo Alto Community Farmers’ Market	2555 Pulgas Ave, East Palo Alto	Wednesdays	8:30 AM – 12:30 PM	Cash, Credit, Cal Fresh/EBT, FMNP WIC, FMNP Senior, Market Match
San Mateo Farmer’s Market	San Mateo	Saturdays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Not specified
San Mateo 25th Avenue Farmers’ Market	194 W 25th Ave, San Mateo	Tuesdays	3:00 PM – 7:00 PM	Cal Fresh, WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program Checks, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Checks
Pacifica Coastside Farmers Market	400 Old County Rd, Pacifica	Wednesdays	2:00 PM – 6:00 PM	Cal Fresh, WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP
Daly City Certified Farmers Market	133 Serramonte Center, Daly City	Thursdays, Saturdays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Cal Fresh, WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP, Ewic Card
Foster City PJCC CFM	800 Foster City Blvd, Foster City	Tuesdays	9:00 AM – 2:00 PM	Not specified
Brisbane Community Farmers Market	11 Old County Rd, Brisbane	Thursdays	3:00 PM – 7:00 PM	Cal Fresh
Burlingame The Fresh Market	200-240 Park Rd/Burlingame Ave	Thursdays, Sundays	3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Thu), 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Sun)	Not specified
Portola Valley Farmers’ Market	765 Portola Rd, Portola Valley	Thursdays	2:00 PM – 6:00 PM	Not specified
Millbrae Certified Farmers Market	200-300 block of Broadway, Millbrae	Saturdays	8:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Not specified
Redwood City Kiwanis Certified Farmers Market	Arguello St., Redwood City	Saturdays	8:00 AM – 1:00 PM	WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP
College of San Mateo Farmers Market	College of San Mateo	Saturdays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Cal Fresh, WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP
South San Francisco Orange Park CFM	781 Tennis Drive, South San Francisco	Saturdays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Not specified
Belmont Farmers Market	1201 El Camino Real & O’Neill, Belmont	Sundays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Cal Fresh, WIC FMNP, Senior FMNP
Menlo Park Farmers Market/Lions	Chestnut & Crane, Menlo Park	Sundays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Not specified
San Carlos Farmers’ Market	600 Block of Laurel St., San Carlos	Sundays	9:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Cal Fresh
Kaiser South San Francisco Farmers Market	1200 El Camino Real, South San Francisco	Wednesdays	9:30 AM – 1:30 PM	Not specified

III. Arts, Entertainment & Outdoor Activities

Performing Arts & Concerts

San Mateo County offers a diverse array of performing arts and concert experiences throughout June, catering to various musical and artistic preferences.

The Guild Theatre (Menlo Park) presents a robust schedule of musical performances and special events:

• Choir! Choir! Choir! Hallelujah – An EPIC Sing-Along: June 3, 2025, with doors opening at 7:00 PM and the show starting at 8:00 PM (Price: $28).
• Mads Tolling & The Mads Men, feat. Tony Lindsay: June 6, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $30).
• The Spazmatics: June 7, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $38).
• TEDx Palo Alto: June 8, 2025, doors at 2:00 PM, show at 2:30 PM (Price: $75).
• 40oz to Freedom: June 12, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $33).
• Oh He Dead: June 13, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $31).
• Tune-Yards: June 15, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $34).
• Midnight North: June 20, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $33).
• Home By 10: Dance Party: June 21, 2025, doors and show at 6:00 PM (Price: $28).
• The Lives of Joni Mitchell & Leonard Cohen: June 22, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $38).
• Wobbly World: June 25, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $25).
• The Smithereens: June 26, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $45).
• The Nelsons: June 27, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $48).
• New Moon on Monday – Duran Duran Tribute: June 28, 2025, doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM (Price: $30).
• Vopli Vidopliasova: June 29, 2025, doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7:00 PM (Price: $75).

Club Fox (Redwood City), a venue with a capacity of 240, located adjacent to the larger Fox Theatre, also hosts a series of events. Events scheduled for June 2025 include:

• Dionela LIVE: June 6, 2025.
• Summer Series CIRQUE MONTAGE: June 7, 2025.
• Showstoppers: June 21, 2025.
• Karthik live The Magic Tour USA 2025 (Telugu): June 22, 2025.
• An Evening With the STINKFOOT ORCHESTRA Featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock: June 22, 2025.

The San Mateo Performing Arts Center, with a seating capacity of 1540 , is a significant venue in San Mateo. Scheduled events for June 2025 include:

• CSNY’s “Deja vu” and Neil Young’s “Harvest” live and complete: Thursday, June 5, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM PDT. This event features back-to-back performances of classic albums by a gifted cast.
• Good Times 2025: Saturday, June 28, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM PDT, with doors opening at 5:00 PM PDT. This event is a celebration of dance, creativity, and community, hosted by The Company, a Bay Area-based dance team.

While located in San Francisco, The Midway is a major venue that may attract residents from San Mateo County. Its June 2025 schedule includes:

• Nothin But the 90’s w/ La Russell + Friends: Sunday, June 1, 2025 (21+).
• PERREO ELÉCTRICO DAY PARTY SERIES: Saturday, June 7, 2025 (21+).
• Soul Clap w/ Salted Music: Sunday, June 8, 2025 (21+).
• EMM: Thursday, June 12, 2025 (21+).
• Insomniac & The Midway present: Jessica Audiffred: Friday, June 13, 2025 (21+).
• Nikki Nair – Open to Close: Friday, June 13, 2025 (21+).
• Bed By 10PM North America Tour: Saturday, June 14, 2025 (21+).
• Chromebodies 360 set: Saturday, June 14, 2025 (21+).
• The Midway Presents: BRESH: Saturday, June 14, 2025 (21+).
• Lamb Jam: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (All Ages).
• Joseph Capriati: Friday, June 20, 2025 (21+).
• The Midway Presents: Friction: Friday, June 20, 2025 (21+).
• D.O.D at The Midway: Saturday, June 21, 2025 (21+).
• Disclosure vs. Fred Again.. Tribute Dance Party: Saturday, June 21, 2025 (21+).
• SoSF with Kehlani, Kim Petras, Tinashe + much more: Saturday, June 28, 2025 (18+).

Other arts and culture events around the county include:

• Art on the Square: Friday, June 20, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM, at Hamilton Ave at Courthouse Square, Downtown Redwood City. This free event features Cumbia/World Music band La Gente SF and local artists.
• Clif Payne: Tribute to Stevie Wonder: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 7:30 PM, at The Mildred Owen Concert Hall, Pacifica. Clif Payne will perform songs from Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life.
• Transforming Trash: Sunday, June 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, at Filoli, Woodside. This event offers hands-on art activities using recycled materials, inspired by the TROLLS: Save the Humans exhibit.
• An Evening of Local Authors: Saturday, June 14, at Feldman’s Books, Menlo Park.²⁷
• How Design and Architecture Change the World: Saturday, June 7, at Kepler’s Books, Menlo Park.²⁷
• S.R. Laws plays Dala’s Nest House Concerts: Sunday, June 22, at Dala’s Nest House Concerts, Menlo Park.²⁷
• Retreat for Artists & Art Lovers at St. Patrick’s Seminary: June 13-15 at St. Patrick’s Seminary & University, Menlo Park.²⁷
• Featured Artist Reception: Saturday, June 14, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, at Gallery House, Menlo Park, featuring Jin Kim and Asia Morgenthaler.²⁸

Outdoor & Recreational Events

San Mateo County offers numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation and community engagement in June.

National Trails Day is a significant event for outdoor enthusiasts. On Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, the Ridge Trail is partnering with San Mateo County Parks for a trail work event at El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. Activities will include widening and trimming vegetation from the trail corridor, utilizing hand tools. This work is recommended for individuals with moderate to high fitness levels. This event is also listed as “National Trails Day: Get Out & Explore”.¹¹

The Take A Hike Challenge 2025, organized by the County of San Mateo, will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Huddart Park.

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has several events scheduled:

• Faultlines, Hippies & Flowers: Sunday, June 1, 2025.
• Silent in the Sempervirens: Sunday, June 1, 2025.
• Four Preserves, One Hike: Monday, June 2, 2025.
• Aerobic Views: Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
• Wonders of Cherry Springs: Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
• Explorer Hike: Nutmegs of Red Mountain: Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

The City of Daly City Parks & Recreation Department offers various summer programs, including the Summer Youth Recreation Program (SYRP), which provides positive social experiences for youth ages 6-14 through recreation. SYRP focuses on character development and includes games, crafts, sports, STEM/Science, and cooking activities. Week 1, “Summer Safari,” runs from June 16-20, followed by “A’Hoy Summer” from June 23-27, and “All American Summer” from June 30-July 3. Locations for SYRP include Gellert Park, Bayshore Community Center, and Westlake Park, with optional aftercare available. Other programs for Summer 2025 include Measure Q Classes, Girls Volleyball Clinics, Senior Prom 2025 – Casino Night, Friday Night Hoops, Senior Field Trip – Giants Game, Active Adult Sports Pass – Summer, Active Adult Dance Pass – Summer, and G.R.I.T. – Gathering Resilient, Impactful Teens. Specific aquatic lessons for children, such as “Ducklings” sessions, begin in June at Giammona Pool.

The City of South San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department has scheduled the “Freedom: The Future of Hope Art Show” with its opening weekend on June 27 and 28, 2025. This art show will be held at the 3rd Floor – Gallery Room, Library | Parks and Recreation Center, 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco. The opening weekend hours are Friday, June 27, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday, June 28, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The gallery will also be open Monday to Friday from June 30 to July 25, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an evening viewing on July 22 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Additionally, the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department lists weekly “Free Programming in Union Square: Chess Lessons and Social” every Friday from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM throughout June.

Conclusion

San Mateo County in June 2025 presents a comprehensive and dynamic calendar of events, reflecting a vibrant community committed to cultural enrichment, recreation, and celebration. The diversity of offerings, from the extensive San Mateo County Fair with its cultural days and varied musical acts, to the widespread observances of Juneteenth, underscores a dedication to inclusivity and community engagement. The robust programming by San Mateo County Libraries, serving as central hubs for learning, cultural appreciation, and social connection, further solidifies the county’s commitment to its residents’ well-being. Coupled with numerous local farmers markets providing fresh produce and various performing arts venues showcasing a range of talents, San Mateo County offers a rich tapestry of experiences. The presence of both large-scale festivals and intimate community gatherings ensures that there are opportunities for participation and enjoyment for all ages and interests throughout the month.