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Hayward Executive Airport Hosts Annual Community Open House on Sunday
Hayward Executive Airport is welcoming community members for aircraft tours and exhibits.
City Details Business License Tax Modernization Plan on November Ballot
Hayward officials outlined Measure CC, which aims to update the local business tax system.
Annual Garin Apple Festival Celebrates Historic Harvest in Hayward
The East Bay Regional Park District hosts its yearly apple tasting and cider pressing event.
Hayward City Council to Consider Moratorium on New Data Centers
City leaders will weigh an ordinance prohibiting new data center construction across Hayward.
The Glass Menagerie Production Opens at Hayward's Douglas Morrisson Theatre
Theater group SPARC brings Tennessee Williams' classic memory play to the stage in Hayward starting September 18.
Meek Park Hosts Free Agricultural Day with Hands-On Farming Activities
Hayward families can explore farm animals, gardening exhibits, and food production at Meek Park on September 19.
Hayward Public Library Resumes In-Person Storytime Sessions Under New Schedule
Hayward Public Library has restarted weekly children's storytime gatherings with standardized morning start times across programs.
Hayward Mariachi Festival Set to Celebrate Regional Mexican Culture at Southland Mall
Southland Mall will host the Hayward Mariachi Festival on September 26 with live music, dancing, and local food vendors.
Public SafetyFalse Shooting Report Prompts Lockdowns at Hayward Schools
A swatting hoax on Wednesday forced Bret Harte Middle School and Treeview Elementary into precautionary lockdowns before police confirmed the campuses were safe.
BusinessDrone Maker Skydio Expands Hayward Plant and Hunts for More Space
Autonomous flight maker Skydio is growing its Hayward manufacturing footprint toward 150,000 square feet while exploring options for a larger regional factory.
CommunityHayward Honors Firefighter Travis Foster with Line of Duty Tribute
The Hayward Fire Department and regional first responders gathered to remember firefighter Travis Foster, whose passing has been designated a line-of-duty loss.
Coming up in Hayward
San Lorenzo Creekway Community Workshop
Wed Oct 14 · 5-7 PM
San Lorenzo Community Center · 1970 Via Buena Vista, San Lorenzo, CA 94580
An open community workshop presenting plans for the multi-use San Lorenzo Creekway walking and biking corridor. Community members can review project maps and share ideas with planners.
free RSVP, open to the public
Downtown Hayward Art Walk Experience
Sat Oct 10 · 11 AM - 3 PM
Downtown Hayward · B St and Main St, Hayward, CA 94541
A self-guided walking art tour pairing local artists with downtown small businesses, shops, and eateries. Visitors can view and buy art while contributing to a community art wall at The Bistro.
free admission, open to all ages
Macbeth with Sweet Thunder Shakespeare
Fri Oct 9 · 7 PM
Douglas Morrisson Theatre · 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward, CA 94546
Sweet Thunder Shakespeare presents an inventive, actor-centered staging of Shakespeare's classic tragedy. The production explores prophecy, unchecked ambition, and guilt in an intimate stage setting.
tickets required ($25-$35)
Golden Age Matinee: The Great Train Robbery
Tue Oct 6 · 1 PM
Douglas Morrisson Theatre · 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward, CA 94546
A monthly matinee screening celebrating classic Hollywood cinema at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre. This edition presents the 1978 Victorian-era heist caper starring Sean Connery.
tickets required ($10)
Science in the Park
Sat Oct 3 · 9 AM - 3 PM
California State University, East Bay (Music Lawn Area) · 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward, CA 94542
A biennial outdoor STEAM festival featuring hands-on science activities, an egg drop challenge, robotics demonstrations, and live animal programs. Bike Mobile will also provide free bicycle tune-ups on site.
free admission, open to all ages
Fall Flea Market at Sorensdale
Sat Oct 3 · 8 AM - 1 PM
Sorensdale Recreation Center · 275 Goodwin St, Hayward, CA 94544
An open community flea market offering bargain goods, collectibles, and crafts from local sellers. Purchases help support adult special needs recreational programs in Hayward.
free admission, cash or card for purchases
Hayward Mariachi Festival
Sat Sep 26 · 12-6 PM
Southland Mall · One Southland Mall Dr, Hayward, CA 94545
A major cultural festival celebrating Mexican traditions with live mariachi performances, ballet folklorico, lucha libre, and an artisan marketplace.
free admission; food and artisan products available for purchase
Agricultural Day (Ag Day) at Meek Park
Sat Sep 19 · 10 AM-2 PM
Meek Estate Park · 240 Hampton Rd, Hayward, CA 94541
A family celebration of local agriculture with live farm animals, educational exhibits, children's activities, and self-guided tours of historic Meek Mansion.
free admission; open to all ages
Agricultural Day at Meek Estate Park
Sat Sep 19 · 10 AM-2 PM
Meek Estate Park · 240 Hampton Rd, Hayward, CA 94541
A family-friendly festival highlighting local farming traditions with agricultural exhibits, animals, and hands-on activities.
free admission; open to the public
Downtown Hayward Farmers Market
Sat Sep 19 · 9 AM-1 PM
Hayward City Hall Plaza · 777 B St, Hayward, CA 94541
Weekly outdoor market hosted near City Hall featuring regional farmers, seasonal California produce, specialty baked goods, and handmade crafts.
free entry; goods for sale
The Glass Menagerie at Douglas Morrisson Theatre
Fri Sep 18 · 7:30 PM
Douglas Morrisson Theatre · 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward, CA 94546
SPARC Theatre and DMT present Tennessee Williams' classic memory play exploring the dreams and struggles of the Wingfield family. An optional pre-show talk begins 30 minutes before curtain.
tickets required; senior, student, educator, and veteran discounts available
SPARC Theatre: The Glass Menagerie
Fri Sep 18 · 7:30 PM
Douglas Morrisson Theatre · 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward, CA 94546
A live theatrical performance of Tennessee Williams' classic memory play presented in partnership with SPARC Theatre.
tickets required ($46-$54)
Music at the Mansion: The JC Smith Band
Sun Sep 13 · 1-5 PM
Mt. Eden Mansion · 2451 W Tennyson Rd, Hayward, CA 94545
The outdoor summer concert series grand finale presents The JC Smith Band performing jump blues and classic soul. Attendees can bring picnic setups and lawn chairs to enjoy the grounds.
free admission; lawn chairs or picnic blankets recommended; food, beverages, and VIP donor passes available for purchase
Hayward Odd Fellows Summer Concert Series
Sun Sep 13 · 1-5 PM
Hayward Memorial Park · 24176 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541
A community tradition bringing live music performances to the park bandshell, hosted by the Hayward Odd Fellows and H.A.R.D.
free; bring lawn chairs or blankets and a picnic; alcohol is prohibited
Music at the Mansion: The JC Smith Band
Sun Sep 13 · 1-5 PM
Mt. Eden Mansion · 2451 W Tennyson Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
An outdoor community concert on the lawn of historic Mt. Eden Mansion featuring jump blues and classic soul music.
free general admission ($50 optional donor seating); lawn chairs or picnic blankets recommended
Hayward Executive Airport Open House
Sun Sep 13 · 10 AM-3 PM
Hayward Executive Airport · 20301 Skywest Dr, Hayward, CA 94541
An annual public open house showcasing vintage and modern aircraft displays, emergency vehicles, classic cars, and community booths.
free admission and parking; food and refreshments available for purchase
Reptile Rally at Sulphur Creek Nature Center
Sat Sep 12 · 12-3 PM
Sulphur Creek Nature Center · 1801 D St, Hayward, CA 94541
A hands-on community nature event celebrating reptiles with up-close animal encounters and interactive educational stations.
free; advance RSVP encouraged
Reptile Rally at Sulphur Creek Nature Center
Sat Sep 12 · 12-3 PM
Sulphur Creek Nature Center · 1801 D St, Hayward, CA 94541
A hands-on family event featuring live reptiles where visitors can observe snakes and lizards up close and learn about their natural adaptations.
free admission; registration recommended
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