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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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.

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.

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!

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.

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!