We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to pick the 14 best things to do in Palo Alto, CA between August 15 and August 21. Updated daily.
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Our best picks: things to do in Palo Alto, CA — August 15–21
Sunday, August 16
Come join teen-led group NeuroSphere! NeuroSphere is a community for curious 2nd -7th graders about medicine! This session will dive into the basics of brain function, fun activities to test your brainpower, and an introduction to future career opportunities. There will be snacks- feel free to bring a friend! We're a g…
Come by the Anderson Collection for a free guided tour of our collection! No pre-registration required, meet guide at the top of the stairs.
Learn from a trained docent as you walk among the diverse collection of outdoor sculpture surrounding the Cantor Art Center. Meet at the entrance to the museum. Public Tours: 3rd Sunday of each month 2 pm; meet in front of museum, rain or shine Admission Info Tours do not require a reservation and are free of charge. F…
Philosophy for Life A friendly reading and discussion group at the library, exploring big ideas about how we live and what we value. Why do we believe that success means constant hustle, that more is always better, or that everyone must go it alone? What other ways of thinking might help us make sense of everyday life?…
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Tuesday, August 18
Join fellow bike advocates for a scenic 9-mile ride down El Camino's protected bike lanes to Mountain View and back. Ages 18+.
Mindfulness meditation is a wonderful way to develop clarity, discipline, and perspective as well as improve your mental and physical health. Join online sessions with Phuong Pham, a Buddhist nun experienced in the practice of meditation. Each session is 45 minutes of meditating together followed by 15 minutes of group…
Wednesday, August 19
Our ESL (English as a Second Language) / Learn English conversation group program is a friendly and informal environment for adults (18 years old and older) to practice speaking and listening in English. It is designed for English learners who enjoy meeting friends from various ethnic backgrounds and learning conversat…
Thursday, August 20
Free event! Join us for an exploration of the science and nature of the Baylands. For ages 6 and up. Click link for more details. — Join expert EV docents for an exploration of the science and nature of the Palo Alto Baylands. What makes this habitat so special? How do the plants and animals survive the salty condition…
Tune into the soundscape of Bay Area forests and discover the birds that bring coastal redwoods and oak woodlands to life.
Friday, August 21
Our ESL (English as a Second Language) / Learn English conversation group is a friendly informal environment for adults (18 years and older) to practice listening to and speaking English. It is ideal for English learners who enjoy making friends from various backgrounds and learning conversational English in a casual s…
Saturday, August 22
Wheel Kids, in partnership with the City of Palo Alto Safe Routes to School Program, is providing three weekend bike safety classes for rising 5th - 8th graders.
The Palo Alto Festival of the Arts, the very popular fine art and entertainment festival returns to Downtown University for its 42nd year from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 23-24, 2026.
More than 250 fine artists to browse and shop, continuous live music on multiple stages, an Italian Street Painting Expo, kids’ Chalk-a-Lot, play a piano at Chopin & Chandeliers, yummy food and drink, and new this year - Artistry in Action, in which artists will be demoing their techniques live!
Join us for a guided meditation experience with Sara. Welcome to all experience levels. This will be a seated meditation session that lasts about 30 minutes.