10/01/2026
October Highlights: Arts & Community
October is one of my favorite times to experience Marin, from local art and film to community gatherings that bring neighbors together. I share these monthly event roundups as a way to help you discover whatโs happening close to home and enjoy the places and people that make our communities so special.
Arts
Oct 1โ11: 49th Mill Valley Film Festival
๐Smith Rafael Film Cente Mark Fishkin Room ๐ Daily 10am โ 7pm
Marinโs signature cultural events returns with independent films and special programs featuring filmmakers and actors from around the world.
Oct 6: First Tuesday ArtWalk
๐ Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 85 Throckmorton Ave ๐ 5:30โ7:30 PM
A great way to experience Mill Valleyโs creative side while supporting local artists Featuring Carla Roth .
Sept 11โOct 23: Falkirk Cultural Center
๐ Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael ๐ TueโFri, 1:00โ4:30 PM | Sat, 10:00 AMโ2:00 PM
Explore a juried exhibition featuring the work of 67 Bay Area artists across painting, photography, sculpture, textiles, and mixed media.
Community
Oct 4: Marin Oktoberfest
๐ Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur ๐ 11:00 AMโ5:00 PM
Enjoy Bavarian-inspired food, music, pretzel crafts, and community festivities under the Big Tent.
Oct 9: The Great Closet Cleanout
๐ Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley ๐ 4:00โ7:00 PM
A community clothing and costume exchange where you can donate gently used items and find something new-to-you, all for free. Donations are accepted till Oct. 4.
Oct 30: Halloween at the Center
๐ Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley ๐4:00โ6:00PM
Bring the family for costumes, treats, crafts, games, food trucks, and a Halloween magic show to wrap up the evening.
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