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March marks Women’s History Month, which recognizes and celebrates women’s contributions in American history. Its origins date back to a Women’s History Week held in Santa Rosa in 1978, which was scheduled to coincide with International Women’s Day on March 8.
In Silicon Valley, Women’s History Month festivities include art exhibits, concerts, book club meetups, author and art talks, craft activities and more events for adults and kids. Find a celebration near you in our guide below.
Women’s View 2026 The 20th annual exhibition recognizes and celebrates over 100 women artists who live, go to school or work in San Mateo County, including works by women artists at the Maple Street Correctional Center. A reception to celebrate “Women’s View 2026” will be held March 15 from 1-3 p.m., where attendees will be able to meet the artists and enjoy refreshments.
Exhibit runs March 4-29 at the Twin Pines Art Center (in the Manor House), 10 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Reception is March 15, 1-3 p.m.; RSVPs requested. smcgov.org/ceo/womens-view-2026.
“Making Waves: Currents of Change” The Center for Creativity at the Hotel Sequoia in Redwood City is hosting an exhibit celebrating women artists and environmental consciousness for Women’s History Month and Earth Month in April. The exhibition includes poetry, mixed media, sculpture and more across six gallery spaces.
Exhibit runs March 5-April 26. Opening reception is March 6, 5-7 p.m.; closing reception is April 26, 3-5 p.m, Center for Creativity, 800 Main St., Redwood City. Hours vary; check online for the latest schedule. Donations accepted. rwccfc.org/exhibitions/making-waves-currents-of-change.
Free First Friday Kids will learn about women’s history and make their own clay sculptures to take home inspired by Half Moon Bay artist Sybil Easterday. They will then hear about Frida Kahlo at the “Peninsula Innovators Changing the World” gallery. Museum docents will lead tours for adults at 2 p.m.
March 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. Free. historysmc.org/event/free-first-fridays.
Celebrating Women Who Rock Winters Tavern in Pacifica is hosting a night of women artists, featuring The Lipsmackers, an Oakland-based pop punk and alternative band; alternative rock band Midnight Bake Sale; party rock Oakland band M Jones and the Melee; and hard rock and alternative metal band Forever to the Moon. The show is being held in support of Fund Her, a political action committee backing progressive female candidates.
March 6, show starts at 8 p.m., Winters Tavern, 1522 Francisco Blvd., Pacifica. Free admission, 21 and over only. instagram.com/p/DVbqQKmgRqt/?igsh=NjZiM2M3MzIxNA%3D%3D.
International Women’s Day Interpretive Hike Take a guided hike on San Bruno Mountain’s Summit Loop Trail with ecological restoration fellow Emily Martin. The event will honor women like Bette Higgins and Mimi Whitney, who spearheaded the movement to save San Bruno Mountain, and include time for sharing stories.
Dress in layers; closed-toe shoes, sun protection, water and snacks are also recommended. The hike, between 2-3 miles, will include elevation gain. RSVP is required, and spots are limited.
March 8, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., San Bruno Mountain State and County Park, 555 Guadalupe Canyon Parkway, Brisbane. There is a $6 entry fee. mountainwatch.org/upcomingevents/2026/3/8/26/intwomensday.
The Yard Coffee Pop-Up Build your own hand-tied bouquet with seasonal blooms from Sweet Tea Flowers following a gentle vinyasa yoga session at 9 a.m. Limited bouquets available.
March 8, 9 a.m. to noon., The Yard Coffee, 1018 Main St., Redwood City. Donations accepted for yoga session. instagram.com/p/DVmEDO3D4B2.
Women’s Empowerment Sunday Stop by eCr Pub in Belmont for an afternoon featuring local women-owned vendors, food and drinks, live music, tattooing, hair braiding, fresh flowers and artwork.
March 8, 2-6 p.m., eCr Pub, 864 El Camino Real, Belmont. Food and drink prices vary. instagram.com/reels/DVer09_krQH.
San Francisco Opera Lecture: History of the Diva San Francisco Opera scholar Cole Thomason-Redus will give lectures on opera’s famous female singers. No registration is required; first come, first served.
March 8, 3-4:30 p.m., Millbrae Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae; March 13, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Brisbane Library, 163 Visitacion Ave., Brisbane; April 1, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Lane, Atherton; April 8, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Woodside Library, 3140 Woodside Road, Woodside. Free. smcl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?programs=5a8dcf8696992c3f0038f5d6.
Tessora’s Wine Bar Celebrate International Women’s Day with a female winemaker tasting flight, wine specials, music from DJ Toonin, raffle prizes and Moon & Stone permanent jewelry.
March 8, 4-7 p.m., Tessora’s Wine Bar, 234 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell. Prices vary. instagram.com/tessoras.winebar.
“The Goddess: Images of Power” This art talk will explore the depictions of goddesses throughout Asia using examples from the Asian Art Museum’s permanent collection. Space is limited, and registration is required.
March 9, 1-2 p.m., Belmont Library, 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont; March 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Millbrae Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae; March 24, 11 a.m. to noon, San Carlos Library, 610 Elm St., San Carlos; March 27, 1-2 p.m., East Palo Alto Library, 2415 University Ave., East Palo Alto. Free. smcl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?programs=5a8dcf8696992c3f0038f5d6.
Palo Alto City Library Events Families can join a storytime and craft geared toward children ages 4-11 and their adult companions to celebrate Women’s History Month March 13. (Crafts will be available while supplies last.)
Adults and teens 16 and over can join a Women’s History Month-themed meeting of the Graphic Novel Book Club featuring “Feeding Ghosts” by Tessa Hall, an English as a Second Language conversation group with Women’s History Month as the topic, and an ICYMI Movie Night screening of “One of Them Days” (rated R) starring SZA and Keke Palmer.
Graphic Novel Book Club meets March 12, 7-8:30 p.m., Mitchell Park Library (Midtown Room), 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Family storytime and craft March 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Mitchell Park Library (Midtown Room). ESL conversation group meets online March 18, 11 a.m. to noon. “One of Them Days” movie screening is March 26, 6-7:45 p.m., Rinconada Library (Embarcadero Room), 1213 Newell Road, Palo Alto. library.cityofpaloalto.org/blogs/post/womens-history-month-2026.
Women in Biking This online workshop from Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition will teach women biking essentials to feel more confident on the road.
March 16, 6-7 p.m., online. Free. eventbrite.com/e/women-and-biking-online-vta-tickets-1980745868212.
Women in Wine Social TETRA Hotel is hosting an evening dedicated to women in the wine industry, featuring wine lovers, winery reps and industry partners. Selections from Frank Family Vineyards and Daou Vineyards will be poured.
March 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m., TETRA Hotel, 400 West Java Drive, Sunnyvale. Free entry. eventbrite.com/e/women-in-wine-social-tickets-1983481795444?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
Redwood City Library Events Women’s History Month events at Redwood City Library branches include yarn coil basket making for children 8-12; an author reading for young readers and their families with Julie Keshmiry, author of “Princess Shmincess” (copies will be provided while supplies last); and a book club discussion of Alice McDermott’s “Absolution.”
Yarn Coil Baskets is March 18, 4-5 p.m., Downtown Library, 1044 Middlefield Road, Redwood City. Author Julie Keshmiry visits March 21, 11 a.m. to noon, Redwood Shores Library, 399 Marine Parkway, Redwood City. Book Bites book club meets March 31, noon to 1 p.m. at the Downtown Library. redwoodcity.org/departments/city-manager/ideal-rwc/cultural-events-and-celebrations.
Daly City Women’s History Month Celebration Join San Mateo County Supervisor and former Congresswoman Jackie Speier as the special guest speaker at Daly City’s celebration. An awards ceremony will follow.
March 19, 6 p.m., City Hall rotunda, 333 90th St., Daly City. Free. RSVP online or at 650-991-8028. tinyurl.com/dalycitywomenshistory.
Ruth Asawa-Inspired Garland Sculpture Adults can learn about midcentury sculptor Ruth Asawa and craft garlands inspired by her work. The workshop will include space for 20, with 10 spots available for online registration and 10 spaces for in-person sign-ups. In-person registration starts at 10 a.m. March 6; online registration opens at 3 p.m. March 13.
March 20, 11 a.m. to noon, Brisbane Library, 163 Visitacion Ave., Brisbane. Free. smcl.bibliocommons.com/events/6966cc0fb0595799c09634b6.
Women’s History Month Craft: Yayoi Kusama Kids can learn about one of Japan’s most famous contemporary artists, Yayoi Kusama, who uses art to help navigate her struggles with mental illness. Materials will be provided while supplies last. This event is for children in grades K-6.
March 23, 4-5 p.m., Cupertino Library (Room 101), 10800 Torre Ave., Cupertino. Free. sccl.bibliocommons.com/events/698bb7817074813837097da1.
Viola Frey and Clay Inspired by the flea market knickknacks artist Viola Frey incorporated into her sculptures, adults will make their own versions of whimsical everyday items out of clay. The workshops will include space for 20, with 10 spots available for online registration and 10 spaces for in-person signups.
March 24, 3-4 p.m., Millbrae Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae; March 28, 1-2 p.m., Pacifica Sharp Park Library, 104 Hilton Way, Pacifica. Free. smcl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?programs=5a8dcf8696992c3f0038f5d6.
Mountain View Library Events The Mountain View Library is hosting online talks focused on women or female authors during Women’s History Month.
Events include a program on the depiction of goddesses in Asia; author and journalist Shoshana Walter in conversation with author Barbara Kingsolver about Walter’s book, “Rehab: An American Scandal”; Dr. Cathleen D. Cahill discussing her book “Recasting the Vote”; author Kate Quinn talking about her book “The Astral Library”; and sleep expert Michelle Carr on her book “Nightmare Obscura.” Registration is required for all events.
“Nightmare Obscura” is March 11, 11 a.m. to noon, online. “The Astral Library” is March 12, 4-5 p.m., online. “Rehab: An American Scandal” is March 24, 11 a.m. to noon, online. “The Goddess: Images of Power” is March 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m., online. “Recasting the Vote” is March 28, 11 a.m. to noon, online. Free. mountainview.libcal.com/event/16174877.
Cypress Lawn’s Women’s History Tour Take a trolley tour through a cemetery and learn about significant women interred at Cypress Lawn. A light lunch will be provided.
March 28, noon to 2:30 p.m., Cypress Lawn Memorial Park, 1370 El Camino Real, Colma. Donations accepted. eventbrite.com/e/cypress-lawn-womens-history-trolley-tour-registration-1980800129509.
Virtual Author Talk: Valerie Neal A belated Women’s History Month event, author Valerie Neal will discuss her book “On a Mission,” which documents the 45-year history of female astronauts.
April 2, 11 a.m. to noon, online. Free. sccl.bibliocommons.com/events/698cfc978b29ea2800cf793b.
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