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October 2026

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Wed, Oct 28

2 events · San Francisco time

· 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

Free

Halloween Family Dance Party

Excelsior Library meeting room · Excelsior
4400 Mission Street, San Francisco

Drop in for as much dancing as your family likes, with a lively contemporary pop playlist.

Who it’s for:
For families; the organizer does not specify a numeric age range.
Cost:
Free library program.
Before you go:
Drop in; no advance registration is listed.
Official event details

Checked Thu, Oct 22 · San Francisco Public Library

· 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

Free

Día de los Muertos Craft with The Mexican Museum

Potrero Library meeting room · Potrero Hill
1616 20th Street, San Francisco

Make a take-home craft inspired by Día de los Muertos traditions, with Diane Levy of The Mexican Museum.

Who it’s for:
Children ages 6 and older.
Cost:
Free library program.
Before you go:
Drop in; no advance registration is listed.
Official event details

Checked Thu, Oct 22 · San Francisco Public Library

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