1 | ‘Sherlock Holmes’ meets ‘A Christmas Carol,’ Nov. 13
A new play that puts a Christmas spin on a British classic is hitting the stage at Masquers Playhouse in Point Richmond. “A Sherlock Carol” centers on an investigation by famous detective Sherlock Holmes after he is asked by an adult Tiny Tim to investigate the death of Ebenezer Scrooge. The show will run from Nov. 13 to Dec. 6 on Friday nights, Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons.
“A Sherlock Carol” opens Fri., Nov. 13, 8 p.m., Masquers Playhouse, 105 Park Place. $35 general admission, $30 for students and seniors
2 | Bicyclists will ride en masse across Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, Nov. 14
Bicycle enthusiasts are invited to the 7th annual Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail Anniversary Ride to show their support for the bike lane across the span. Organizers of the ride, usually attended by hundreds, say the bike path is a “critical gap along the Bay Trail, connecting two major Bay Area counties.”
Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail Anniversary Ride, Sat., Nov. 14, 10 a.m., starting at Richmond BART station, 1700 Nevin Ave. Free
3 | Swing dance party aboard the historic SS Red Oak Victory ship, Nov. 14
You can get into the swing of the holiday season at a party aboard a historic World War II ship docked at the Richmond waterfront. The 2026 Fall Fling Swing Dance will feature music from the Alpha Rhythm Kings as well as dance lessons from instructors at the Hidden City Ballroom. Beer, wine and cocktails will be served in the ship’s Tiki Bar Lounge. Hot dogs and other food will be available for purchase in the ship’s galley. You can also take a ship tour.
2026 Fall Fling Swing Dance, Sat., Nov. 14, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., SS Red Oak Victory ship, 1337 Canal Blvd. $30 general admission, $15 for children 12 and younger.
4 | Learn to paint with watercolors at outdoor sketch class, Nov. 14
You can enjoy the outdoors and test your skills at watercolor painting at a city-sponsored class. The Watercolor Field Sketch Class also gives participants a chance to meet their neighbors and fellow art enthusiasts. The class is for children 12 and older as well as adults. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All materials are provided.
Watercolor Field Sketch Class, Sat., Nov. 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Booker T. Anderson Park, 960 S. 47th St. Free
5 | The molasses and sardines of Point San Pablo, Nov. 17
The history of Point San Pablo will be unveiled at a library seminar. At the West Side Forum, local outdoor enthusiast Bruce Beyaert will talk about how coconut oil, molasses imports, wine exports and sardine production are all part of the history of this region.
West Side Forum: The Amazing Rich History of Point San Pablo, Tue., Nov. 17, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Point Richmond Community Room, 139 Washington Ave. Free
6 | Bird watching hike in Wildcat Canyon, Nov. 17
The Golden Gate Bird Alliance is sponsoring a bird watching hike in Wildcat Canyon Regional Park. The trek will begin at the Alvarado Staging Area and explore the northwestern portion of the park. The walk will include paved fire roads, uneven dirt trails and possibly a little off-trail travel through uneven grass. Birds expected to be seen include the oak titmouse, Nuttall’s woodpecker, chestnut-backed chickadee, dark-eyed junco and Anna’s hummingbird.
Golden Gate Bird Alliance hike, Tue., Nov. 17, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (registration closes at 11 p.m. Nov. 16) Alvarado Staging Area, Park Avenue off McBryde Avenue. Free
Also check out our list of music and entertainment venues and our roundup of ongoing things to do (many of which are free). And add your events to our free community calendar.
