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October 2026

October 2026. Choose a day to read its family event details.
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Sun, Oct 25

3 events · San Francisco time

· 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Free

SFMOMA Free Family Day: K-Pop, Art, and Beyond

SFMOMA · SOMA
151 Third Street, San Francisco

Explore art making, storytimes, a scavenger hunt, family yoga, and K-Pop dance sessions across the museum.

Who it’s for:
Up to two adults enter free when accompanying a child or teen age 18 or younger.
Cost:
Free general admission for eligible family groups with RSVP. The RM x SFMOMA exhibition needs separate timed tickets: $12 per adult; ages 18 and younger are free but still need a timed ticket.
Before you go:
Reserve a ticket for every person, including children. Free family-day tickets were offered at review; capacity can change. RM x SFMOMA timed tickets are available on-site at the Floor 2 desk, first come with limited capacity.

Checked Thu, Oct 15 · SFMOMA

· 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Free

250 Years on the Presidio: Ranger Walk

Presidio Visitor Center · Presidio
210 Lincoln Boulevard, San Francisco

Join an NPS ranger for a half-mile walk through Tunnel Tops and the historic Main Post, exploring how the Presidio has changed over time.

Who it’s for:
All ages are welcome. The organizer describes a flat, half-mile route.
Cost:
Free guided walk; nearby parking is paid.
Before you go:
Meet at the Visitor Center. No advance registration is listed; check the official schedule before leaving. Wear comfortable shoes and bring layers.

Checked Thu, Oct 8 · Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy

· 2:00 PM–3:00 PM

Free

Día de Muertos Origami Skulls

Glen Park Library meeting room · Glen Park
2825 Diamond Street, San Francisco

Learn about Día de Muertos traditions, then fold and decorate a paper skull.

Who it’s for:
Children ages 5 and older. Children under 8 must have an adult with them.
Cost:
Free library program.
Before you go:
Drop in; no advance registration is listed. Check the library page for updates.

Checked Thu, Oct 15 · San Francisco Public Library

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