Summer 2026

Mark your calendar: 4th of July community parade, picnic and circus back by popular demand

Bring your picnic basket and blanket, come dressed in red, white, and blue, and get ready to celebrate the 4th of July and California 175/America 250

by Contributed Content
on June 19, 2026

Juneteenth celebration in Menlo Park takes place on June 19

On Friday, June 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, come to the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.), to celebrate Juneteenth. There will

by Contributed Content
on June 15, 2026

U-Pick at Webb Ranch opens on Saturday, June 13

The U-Pick season at Webb Ranch  runs during the summer months, typically for six to eight weeks, opening this year on Saturday, June 13, from

by Linda Hubbard
on June 10, 2026

Spotted: Fun at annual Nativity Carnival

The calendar may indicate that summer is a couple of weeks away, but locals know that it's unofficial launch is the annual carnival — now

by Linda Hubbard
on June 8, 2026

Nativity Carnival takes place June 5, 6 & 7 in Menlo Park

  Celebrating its 44th year, the Nativity Carnival in Menlo Park takes place from June 5 to June 7 at Nativity School (1250 Laurel St.).

by Linda Hubbard
on June 4, 2026

Menlo Park Library Summer Reading Game takes place June 1 to August 31

The Summer Reading Game is open to all ages; anyone can play and win prizes. The Game runs from June 1 – August 31. Register

by Contributed Content
on June 1, 2026

Enjoy summer movies and concerts in Atherton’s Holbrook Palmer Park

On June 4, kick off summer with the first Movie in the Park — How To Train Your Dragon (2025) in the North Meadow, starting

by Contributed Content
on May 31, 2026

Live music returns to Menlo Tavern at the Stanford Park Hotel

Listen to free live music at Menlo Tavern, located within the Stanford Park Hotel (100 El Camino Real). There are seven performances per week: Tuesday

by Linda Hubbard
on May 27, 2026

Registration is open for summer activities in Menlo Park

The City of Menlo Park hosts a wide range of classes for all ages at reasonable rates, including fitness, dance, sports, gymnastics, music, drama, arts

by Contributed Content
on May 21, 2026

Wide variety of summer programs offered at MPCSD campuses

Menlo Park City School District sites host many summer programs, offering drama, cooking, writing, outdoor fun, STEM, and more! Follow the links below to register.

by Contributed Content
on May 19, 2026