COMMUNITY SERVICES
  Special Events and Concerts

More than providing residents with venues for fun, play and celebration, community events and concerts create opportunities for participants to become connected to their community. There are six major events held throughout the year along with eight Summer Concerts. For additional information on any of the events or concerts, please call 650.330.2200.

• Soul Line Dance Fest
  Come get your groove on! The City of Menlo Park will be hosting a Soul Line Dancing Fest for all ages; this event will be taking place in the multi-purpose room. This is a free event, located at the Multi-Purpose Room at the Onetta Harris Community Center. No in and outs please.
  Friday, January 20, 2012 - 7:00pm to 9:30pm
  
  
• Valentine's Night Out
  Who said Valentine's Day is just for Romance? Come celebrate with the entire family! We will provide dinner and a nice ambiance to celebrate love and friendship.
  Monday, February 13, 2012 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
  
  
• Community Organized College and Career Fair
  This annual fair will be taking place at Onetta Harris Community Center. This is a great opportunity for 6th through 12th graders to begin to think about their academic future beyond high school. This is a free event that is run by the community of Belle Haven.
  Saturday, March 31, 2012 - 11:00am to 4:00pm
  
  
• Egg Hunt - Burgess Park
  The Bunny visits Burgess Park with toys and candy filled eggs for girls and boys ages 8 and under. The festivities start at 10 a.m. with bounce houses, crafts, and pictures with the Bunny. Activities are co-sponsored by the Menlo Park Fire District.
  Saturday, April 7, 2012
  
  
• Egg Hunt - Kelly Park
  The annual Egg Hunt is here again and will be taking place at Kelly Park, which is behind the Onetta Harris Community Center. There will be crafts, a jelly bean guess, a magic show and photo opportunities with the bunny! Come join in on all the fun! If you have further questions about this event please give us a call at Onetta Harris Community Center at 650-330-2250.
  Saturday, April 7, 2012 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
  
  
• Kite Day
  Bring your own kite or buy a kite from us at the best place to fly a kite in Menlo Park - Bedwell-Bayfront Park. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you assemble and fly your kite. Sunday, April 21, 2012 12-3 pm.
  
  
• Multi-Cultural Event
  We look forward to seeing you at this annual Multi Cultural event, to help celebrate the diverse cultures in our community! This free event will include various types of music, dance, food and much more. Everybody is welcome! If you would like to perform at this event, please contact Bridget Matheson at 650-330-2245.
  Friday, May 11, 2012 4:00pm to 7:00pm
  
  
• 4th of July Parade and Celebration
  This is the annual parade and celebration you have heard so much about. Decorate you bike, trike, wagon, golf cart, or float and parade with us down Santa Cruz Avenue from the parking lot off Santa Cruz and Chestnut Street to Burgess Park. The Parade starts promptly at 11:45 am on July 4th. Once at Burgess Park, you and your family will enjoy music, games, and food. Menlo Park is your small town oasis in the Bay Area!
  
  
• Summer Concert Series
  Join us from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. the last Wednesday of June through mid August at Fremont Park to listen to some of the best local groups. The series features a variety of musical styles from Jazz to Country to hits of today and yesterday. Bring your picnic blanket and dinner, and of course there is always room up front for dancers of all ages.
  
  
• Halloween Parade and Carnival
  The annual Halloween Parade and Carnival is held the Saturday before Halloween. Come in costume and participate in the annual parade from Burgess Park to Fremont Park. Participants will receive a trick or treat bag. A performer will be at the park to entertain parade participants. There will also be art and craft activities, a candy guess and a pumpkin weight guess. After the parade, trick or treat through Downtown Menlo Park at participating stores. Activities are co-sponsored by the Menlo Park Chamber of Commerce.
  
  
• Breakfast With Santa
  Join us the first Saturday in December for Breakfast With Santa. A delicious pancake breakfast is served from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Arrillaga Family Recreation Center. Don't forget to bring your camera so you can get a great photo of your child with Santa. Activities are co-sponsored by the Menlo Park Rotary Club.