Black Liberation Month Celebration and Youth Poster Exhibition Celebrating the past, present, and future of Black Americans with a day of education, cultural remembrance, and tribute to local heroes of the Belle Haven and nearby communities.
Spring Festivities Celebrate spring with a new twist on cherished traditions. Join your family, friends and neighbors in a citywide “treasure hunt” for eggs and other surprises throughout City parks, them come together for a community festival and photos with the big bunny. Don't miss the traditional children’s egg hunt, too!
Youth Poetry Voices The City of Menlo Park elevates and showcases Menlo Park youth literacy and creative expression by inviting Menlo Park students to create original works of poetry on a specific theme.
Juneteenth Celebration Join us to recognize Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.
4th of July celebration Come dressed up in red, white and blue! Join the patriotic fun as we celebrate Independence Day, the time-honored national holiday commemorating the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America on July 4, 1776.
Summer Concert Series Join us for some of the best musical acts of the summer! The Summer Concert Series is back with a variety of musical styles: R&B, classic rock, Latin blues, southern soul, disco, and pop!
Summer Reading Game Discover great books, experience community activities, and tracking your summer reading to earn incentive prizes donated by Friends of Menlo Park Library. The Summer Reading Game runs June-August and is open to all ages.
National Night Out Organize a National Night Out event on your street! In communities and neighborhoods throughout Menlo Park and the nation, neighbors join together to: Increase crime prevention and awareness; Generate support and participation in local neighborhood watch programs; Strengthen the partnership between the community and police; and Inform criminals that neighborhoods are connected and fighting back.
Community resource fair Join us for an engaging and informative resource fair for residents in the Belle Haven neighborhood and Menlo Park overall. Enjoy delicious food light entertainment, and an enjoyable and interactive community atmosphere with community groups providing information and resources for strong and vibrant neighborhoods.
Halloween Hoopla parade and carnival Come in costume for a festive people parade and fall carnival with entertainment and activities for the whole family on the Saturday before Halloween.
Light up the Season The annual Light up the Season event takes place the first Friday of December and during this festive community gathering people of all ages and walks of life can ring in the holiday season together.
Photos with Santa The annual Photos with Santa event takes place the second Saturday of December and provides a unique experience for your child to meet Santa and get that perfect photo opportunity.