Your Complete Guide To November Fun In Northern CA

November is a busy month, with the year-end push at both work and school and social events marking the start of the holiday season, all competing for Northern Californian's time.

There are two major holidays to plan around — Thanksgiving, which falls on the 27th this year, and Veterans Day, which is always observed on the 11th — as Northern California residents fill out their November calendars.

We’ve rounded up 10 can’t-miss events from around the Bay Area, including drag brunch bingo, holiday markets and a murder mystery dinner.

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Here are our picks:

The Official Halloween Bar Crawl - San Francisco
Where: Emperor Norton's BoozeLand, 510 Larkin St, SF, CA, 94102
When: Sat, Nov 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Details: Join us November 1st in San Francisco for a Halloween bar crawl! Enjoy creepy cocktails, exclusive drink deals, themed entertainment, and surprises at top bars. Dress in your most outrageous costume for a night of bold looks and big scares with bone-rattling beats and ghoulishly good drinks. Don't miss this frightfully fun Halloween night in San Francisco!

Drag Bingo Brunch
Where: 945 Market St Floor 2, San Francisco, CA 94103
When: Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Details: Join host Elsa Touche and special guests for a free Drag Bingo Brunch at Saluhall on Sunday, November 2nd, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Enjoy hilarious bingo, prizes, and performances, plus food and cocktails from Saluhall's partners. Pre-purchase by Saturday for special food and drink promos from Cheezy's Artisan Pizza (pizza slice, salad, and a beer or NA cocktail for an $8 saving) and Casa Borinqueña (sampler plate and a beer or NA cocktail for a $7 saving). Don't miss this unforgettable Halloween Drag Bingo Brunch!

Bottomless Bubbles and Brunch
Where: Wood Family Vineyards, 2407 Research Dr, Livermore, CA, 94550
When: Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Details: Celebrate our 2023 Blanc de Blanc release with a chef-inspired brunch buffet on November 2nd. Enjoy bottomless bubbles, crispy chicken and waffles, savory sausage casserole, roasted beet salad, and fresh fruit. Two seatings: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Tickets: $55 for Club Members, $70 for non-members. Receive a $10 credit per bottle purchased, up to ticket value. Space is limited, reserve your seats!

Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square
Where: Holiday Ice Rink In Union Square, 333 Post St, SF, CA, 94102
When: Wed, Nov 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Details: The Union Square Ice Rink is back for its 18th season, bringing a beloved Bay Area tradition to life. Starting with the Opening Celebration on November 5, and continuing with popular themed nights such as Drag on Ice and the Silent Skate Party, the rink offers classic holiday enjoyment with fresh seasonal experiences for all ages. It's open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., with New Year's Eve closing at 9:30 p.m. Find tickets and full event details at UnionSquareIceRink.com.

Yoga & Wine For All
Where: Omega Road Winery, 2135 S Vasco Rd, Livermore, CA, 94550
When: Sat, Nov 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Details: Join Hannah Wang (@getwellwithhannah) for an uplifting 60-minute yoga flow, suitable for all experience levels, starting at 10:30 am. Afterward, celebrate your practice and the day with a glass of bubbly, fostering movement, joy, and connection with friends. Remember to wear comfortable clothes and bring your yoga mat.

FLAMENCO! LIVE! Saturday, , November 8th 2025 at The Big Easy Petaluma
Where: The Big Easy, 128 American Alley, Petaluma, CA, 94952
When: Sat, Nov 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Details: Experience FLAMENCO! LIVE! at The Big Easy, Petaluma, on Saturday, November 8th, 2025. Doors 5 pm, show 6 pm. $25 at door (cash/card). Featuring Lourdes Rodriguez, Marina Elana, Pirouz "de Caspio," and David Scott McLean. Part of a monthly dinner show series. Food and full bar available. Arrive early (line 4:45 pm) or reserve for 5-6+ by calling (707) 774-9072. FLAMENCO! LIVE! has celebrated 23 years in Sonoma County and was voted "Best Performing Dance Company."

Holidays at the Johnston House
Where: Higgins Canyon Road, Higgins Canyon Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA
When: Sat, Nov 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Details: Don't miss this one-day boutique at the historic Johnston House! Tickets include house tours, upscale food, wine, mulled cider, live music, and early shopping from three non-profit boutiques (AAUW, Coastside Women’s Club, Johnston House Foundation). Proceeds support each non-profit. To reduce crowding, $25 timed tickets are limited to 1 ½-hour slots (10:00, 11:30, 1:00, 2:30). Buy tickets online here: https://coastsidewomensclub.org/event/holidays-at-the-johnston-house/.

Romeo & Juliet in the Caribbean
Where: Irvington High School, 41800 Blacow Rd, Fremont, CA, 94538
When: Fri, Nov 14, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Details: This fall, set sail with Irvington High School’s drama department for Romeo & Juliet of the Caribbean, a unique theatrical experience. Shakespeare's enduring tragedy is spectacularly re-envisioned on the high seas, where the forces of love and fate intertwine amidst a world of pirates, passion, and peril. While retaining the original narrative, dialogue, and core themes, this fresh setting injects vibrant energy and imaginative flair into a classic play.

Holiday Market & Greek Cuisine
Where: Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church, 1110 Highland Dr, Novato, CA, 94949
When: Sat, Nov 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Details: Join us for a special holiday shopping experience featuring over 50 local Bay Area artisans, where you can discover unique gifts, indulge in delicious homemade traditional Greek food and pastries (available for dine-in or take-out), all with convenient free admission and ample parking.

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Where: The Marker Hotel San Francisco 501 Geary St San Francisco, CA 94102
When: Sat, Nov 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Details: The Dinner Detective offers an interactive murder mystery dinner show in San Francisco, blending actors with the audience for a unique, engaging experience. Enjoy a full dinner, unexpected twists, and comedy as you solve the mystery with audience participation. Book your tickets for a night of suspense and laughter.