Best Things to Do in North Bay This November

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David Sason

David is a Marin County native and longtime columnist who's written arts & entertainment pieces for the North Bay Bohemian, KQED, Metro Silicon Valley, the Bay Area Reporter and more.

November is full of exciting and festive events of all sorts. From free national park day to an annual turkey trot, you sure don’t want to miss out on all the fun! Make this month an eventful one before the holiday season arrives. Here are the best things to do in the North Bay this November. 

Featured photo courtesy of Doug Kaye and City of San Rafael. 

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A group of people participate in a Day of the Dead parade in San Rafael. Two women at the front hold a banner that reads "Día de los Muertos - Day of the Dead, San Rafael". They are wearing skeleton costumes with butterfly wings. Others in the background wear traditional costumes and feathered headdresses, making this one of the best things to do in North Bay in November.
Photo courtesy of Doug Kaye and the City of San Rafael.

November 1

San Rafael

Albert J. Boro Community Center, 50 Canal Street

The city of San Rafael celebrates Dia De Los Muertos at the Albert J. Boro Community Center at Pickleweed Park with live cultural music and performances, art workshops, vehicle processions throughout the Canal District and a walking route to see altars displayed in downtown San Rafael storefronts.

A close-up of an intricate, colorful enamel pendant on a necklace with black beads. The pendant features a detailed floral design with green, pink, red, and gold hues, adorned with swirling patterns and gold accents. It's one of the best things to do for art lovers visiting North Bay in November.
Photo courtesy of Marin Arts & Crafts Show.

November 7-9

San Rafael

Marin Center Exhibit Hall, 20 Avenue of the Flags

Get a head start on your gift getting at this Marin Center show, where there’s something for every craft collector and art lover under the sun: paintings, ceramics, sculptures, fine jewelry, furniture, estate finds, repurposed wood and iron pieces, and so much more. 

A wooden sign reading "Muir Woods National Monument, National Park Service Department of Interior" hangs at the entrance of a park. The path beneath the sign leads into a dense forest with lush green trees on both sides, making it one of the best things to do in North Bay this November.
Photo courtesy of National Park Service.

November 11

Mill Valley

Muir Woods National Monument, 1 Muir Woods Road

Enjoy the great outdoors and honor those who have served on Veterans Day at one of the many national parks across the state. Here in the North Bay, you can enjoy Muir Woods National Monument for free on this federal holiday. So, put on your boots and start hiking!

A large group of people, many wearing green shirts, stand at the starting line of a race in a forested area—one of the best things to do in North Bay this November. A person in front holds up a hand, possibly signaling the start. A race clock displays 23:59. Various ages and a vibrant atmosphere are evident.
Photo courtesy of Bank Of Marin Turkey Trot.

November 27

Novato

Indian Valley Campus, College of Marin, 1800 Ignacio Boulevard

Get your run on at the Bank of Marin Turkey Trot before you stuff yourself with Thanksgiving turkey. At this event, you can choose your distance (1 mile, 5K, and 10K) and join the crowd as they trot their way to the finish line. Make Thanksgiving morning a fun and exhilarating one before the big feast later.

Two women walk down a bustling, sunlit sidewalk lined with shops and American flags. Cars are parked on one side, and a green 2-hour parking sign is visible. The women appear relaxed, enjoying a casual day out in what looks to be a quaint town center—one of the best things to do in North Bay this November.
Photo courtesy of Marin Convention and Visitors Bureau.

November 29

Novato

Downtown Novato, Grant Avenue

Downtown Novato’s businesses are hosting a day of special deals and events for Small Business Saturday. Novato is a home to boutiques, specialty shops and high-quality restaurants, so get out there and shop local! 

Looking for more things to do in the area?

Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!

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