Things to do in Los Gatos

Early learners (babies and toddlers) and their families are welcome to join us at the Library for Storytime, where we will wiggle, sing, read, and dance together! Our program is developmentally appropriate for ages 0-5, and our goal is to create memories and special bonds between caregivers and their children, and to help with building skills for school readiness and for a future of loving books!

Girls Varsity Field Hockey vs Archbishop Mitty

Girls Varsity Tennis vs Palo Alto

Join Librarian Rachael for a lively discussion of Invasive Species by Ellery Adams. Drop in to the Conference Room at 5 PM to join the discussion in person, or join in on Zoom here: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://losgatosca-gov.zoom.us/j/92703658806 To sign up for the Tuesday Evening Book Club newsletter, click here: http://libraryaware.com/36/Subscribers/Subscribe?showonlynewsletterlists=true

Adult Art Workshops at Aluminary Arts in Los Gatos Looking for a creative way to unwind, meet new people, and try something new? Aluminary Arts invites adults of all experience levels to enjoy relaxed, inspiring art workshops in the heart of Los Gatos. Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or have been creating for years, our welcoming studio offers a fun, judgment-free environment where creativity can flourish. Each workshop is thoughtfully designed to help you unplug from the demands of everyday life while exploring acrylic painting, watercolor, mixed media, and other creative techniques. Every class includes step-by-step guidance, premium art materials, and plenty of encouragement, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while offering enough freedom for experienced artists to make each piece their own. Workshops feature fresh themes throughout the year—from vibrant florals and colorful landscapes to abstract painting, seasonal projects, contemporary designs, and creative mixed media experiences. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction and a relaxed, social atmosphere where guests can connect, laugh, and leave with artwork they're proud to display. Aluminary Arts also offers private events for birthdays, corporate team building, celebrations, and community groups, along with youth after-school programs and seasonal workshops. Located in downtown Los Gatos, Aluminary Arts serves guests from throughout Silicon Valley, including Saratoga, Campbell, San Jose, Cupertino, and the greater Bay Area. Visit AluminaryArts.com for the latest schedule and registration. Unplug. Relax. Create.

Flamenco and tapas at Telefèric Barcelona in Los Gatos, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The evening includes two performances of approximately 45 minutes each, with a break between shows. Reservations are limited; use the organizer's Los Gatos reservation link to book.

LGFW Industry Night at Coup De Thai Tuesday, October 20 | 7 PM to 9 PM Join the Los Gatos Chamber for the Los Gatos Food & Wine Group Industry Nights, rotating host locations throughout town from 7:00 PM to close. The goal is to bring Los Gatos hospitality owners, managers, and staff together to build camaraderie and experience fellow local businesses. Hospitality professionals are encouraged to stop by after work, bring team members, and connect with others in Los Gatos' hospitality community. Interested in hosting an Industry Night? Fill out the interest form here.

A special early opening for social media and newsletter subscribers to shop the holiday collections first, with a drawing for a Home for the Holidays Entertaining Basket.

Early learners (babies and toddlers) and their families are welcome to join us at the Library for Storytime, where we will wiggle, sing, read, and dance together! Our program is developmentally appropriate for ages 0-5, and our goal is to create memories and special bonds between caregivers and their children, and to help with building skills for school readiness and for a future of loving books!

Join us for a STEAM activity in the teen room each Wednesday after school. With new hands-on activities each week, there is something fun for everyone. Please note that this is for ages12

For ages 7 only: Join Librarian Robert in the Children's Room and learn to knit! Learn the basic skills to get started on a simple project and practice your stitching.

Join us for a fun-filled craft in the lobby that promotes the Los Gatos Seed Library. Learn more about community stewardship and how to collect and donate seeds, along with why native plants are so important to our community health and wellbeing.

Girls Varsity Volleyball vs Los Altos High School

Hottest Country Dancing Night in the Bay Area !!! $15 Cover Doors open at 7:00 pm Line Dance Lessons 7:30-9:00 pm Country music and dancing until close!!

Join the team from West Valley Community Services for their twice monthly Park-It Market. On the second and fourth Thursday of each month, WVCS offers free access to food inlcluding fresh produce, meat, dairy products, dry goods and canned food.

Californian songstress Tiffany Joy and Colombian songsmith Maqui Reyes perform as Latin pop duo Individúo, mixing original repertoire with versions of hits spanning Bossa Nova, Argentine Rock, Pop, Salsa, and Colombian Cumbia.

Boys Varsity Water Polo vs Gunn

Adult Art Workshops at Aluminary Arts in Los Gatos Looking for a creative way to unwind, meet new people, and try something new? Aluminary Arts invites adults of all experience levels to enjoy relaxed, inspiring art workshops in the heart of Los Gatos. Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or have been creating for years, our welcoming studio offers a fun, judgment-free environment where creativity can flourish. Each workshop is thoughtfully designed to help you unplug from the demands of everyday life while exploring acrylic painting, watercolor, mixed media, and other creative techniques. Every class includes step-by-step guidance, premium art materials, and plenty of encouragement, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while offering enough freedom for experienced artists to make each piece their own. Workshops feature fresh themes throughout the year—from vibrant florals and colorful landscapes to abstract painting, seasonal projects, contemporary designs, and creative mixed media experiences. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction and a relaxed, social atmosphere where guests can connect, laugh, and leave with artwork they're proud to display. Aluminary Arts also offers private events for birthdays, corporate team building, celebrations, and community groups, along with youth after-school programs and seasonal workshops. Located in downtown Los Gatos, Aluminary Arts serves guests from throughout Silicon Valley, including Saratoga, Campbell, San Jose, Cupertino, and the greater Bay Area. Visit AluminaryArts.com for the latest schedule and registration. Unplug. Relax. Create.

Girls Varsity Water Polo vs Gunn High School

Y'all come down to the coffee house to celebrate the American Bluegrass tradition. Fans and fellow musicians gather to support and share in the joy of a bluegrass jam session. Reserved seating in this small venue is available - call 408-354-3263 or drop in to make advance arrangements to reserve seats for $15 per person. The Java Jam is a fun for a family outing or night out with friends. No cover charge at the door and walk-ins are always welcome. Coffee drinks, beer and wine are available for purchase during the event. ABOUT THE BLUEGRASS JAVA JAM: The Java Jam is an invitational jam session that takes place at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Both amateur and professional Bluegrass musicians submit their names and respective instruments, and an algorithm puts together a different “band” each week! To learn more about the “Java Jam” and other invitational Bluegrass events in the Bay Area, check out: http://jambot.org

Join us every Thursday for a night of Line Dancing & DJ. Ideal Night to learn Line Dancing if you are new to it. Doors Open @ 7 pm $15 Cover

Sparkling Rosé & Pinot Grigio poured at the bar.

Six musicians. Decades of hits. One night built for singing too loud and dancing too long. Mercy & The Heartbeats bring ’70s and ’80s classics, ’90s singalongs and today’s hits to a dance floor that won’t slow down. Doors open at 7 PM Music at 9 PM

Boys Varsity Football vs Menlo (Homecoming)

Girls Varsity Dance vs Menlo School

It's nearing Halloween which conjures up the local nightriders of Cali Rock, Psychedelic & Alt Rock-Americana music! Advance reservations are highly recommended for this intimate venue. Please call ahead or drop in to reserve your seats for just $15 per person to enjoy a great vantage for the show. Call 408-354-3263 or drop by the cafe to make your reservation. Founded in 2015 by long-time musical partners Marty Martin' (guitar and vocals) and Rich Thomas (lead guitar and vocals) of Corduroy Jim, Levi Jack brings out a more Alt Rock-Americana roots side of their music, “Cali Rock” if you will, all the while exploring their modern influences and contemporaries. Equal parts Americana, Ambient rock, Psychedelia, Outlaw Country and Singer-songwriter genre alike, Levi Jack has a fresh, raw energy that connects with audiences of all types. There is a certain gravity of their collective energy that creates joy in their performance that listeners will attest to.... the fellas just love to have fun! The band is rounded out by Brett Klynn (Blue Eyed Devils/Old Dead Bug/NVNG) on bass

Frank Thibeaux is a 2X GRAMMY NOMINATED Bass Guitarist and Songwriter. In the early 80s TEBO Co-FOUNDED the HOT East Palo Alto, CA BAND – “PRECISION” with Will Roc, Bob Dogg, Rabbit, Lakiba Pittman and others. For the past 25 years he has been doing what he loves and what he was blessed to do well: performing, producing and traveling the globe with world music Icons including: Herbie Hancock, MC HAMMER & John Lee Hooker Jr. He brings his signature blend of funky blues with a Zydeco twist. His band style is described as fun and funky

A Holiday Open House featuring the newest holiday collections, with festive refreshments, a free gift to the first 20 shoppers, and gift drawings every hour.

You will learn papier-mâché techniques and tips, explore materials, and create your own spooky or silly mask in this two-day workshop with artist Leyla Carleo. Learn More & Register.

Celebrating the rich history of Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet featuring 15+ award-winning producers, light bites and a silent auction

The Los Gatos Library has partnered with @GirlsWhoCode to create a club meant for people ages 12-18 to learn to code and change the world! "What will I Learn? Our middle and high school Clubs encourage you to impact the community in a positive way through code. In order to build the skills you need to make an impact, you will learn how to code from our fun online tutorials and activities that will help you build animations, games, apps, and other things that you dream up! We have tutorials in Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and Java." Email: signup@gwc-losgatos.org to register.

Join us for one of the rockiest bands in the South Bay! Make your seat reservations asap as this show will sell out in this small venue. Call 408-354-3263 or stop in to reserve your seats for just $15 per person. ABOUT THE BAND: Chain of Fools is a hot rockin' dance band playing new and classic rock and blues dance tunes, with outstanding lead vocals and harmonies, and smoking guitar licks. Chain of Fools has generated a loyal fan group of friends, Meet Up dance groups and dance band lovers in the South Bay. Chain of Fools plays regularly at premier nightclubs, festivals, wineries, city events, weddings, and private parties in the bay area. We cover artists like The Rolling Stones, The Doors, Badfinger, The Temptations, ZZ Top, Tom Petty, CSNY, Warren Zevon, Blue Oyster Cult, Allman Brothers, Rod Stewart, Billy Idol, The Cars, Stray Cats, Van Halen, AC/DC and many more. The energy of this band gets the crowd on their feet dancing, and ready to party!

Release your inhibitions! Just let it go! REBEL at Number 1 Broadway! Doors Open @ 7 PM Live Band @ 9 PM DJ All Night $10 Cover Charge

Beggars Opera returns to the Cats with Debra & Mark Harville, Tom Siebenthal, & Robert Stemplinger to perform many favorites from Clapton, Van Morrison, Little Feat, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, The Pretenders, Dire Straits, Paul Simon, and even a couple of Beatles, Elvis, & Rickie Nelson thrown in.

An evening of original piano music and songs with Hawaiʻi-based pianist and songwriter Roy Dahan, back in the Valley for one night only.

Seasonal fruits and vegetables from Santa Clara County growers, plus honey, mushrooms, eggs and more, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Town Plaza Park, West Main Street and North Santa Cruz Avenue. The California Farmers' Markets Association runs it, with more than 40 farmers and food producers.

The Chamber teams up with the Los Gatos Farmers' Market for a Halloween morning in Town Plaza Park, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is face painting, balloon art, crafts, live music, and a costume contest and promenade with medals for the winners, for the whole family and the four-legged ones too. Pets stay in the park and are not allowed inside the Farmers' Market. No fee and no registration this year; donations to The Street Dog Coalition are encouraged.

A vineyard tasting on the outdoor deck with a vertical of Estate Pinot Noirs from different vintages, plus Estate Syrah and Rosé of Pinot Noir. Reservation required by email to mary@munsvineyard.com or call/text 408-234-2079.

Johnny Reyes A One Man Band, has been performing his unique style of music throughout the Bay Area for many years. Johnny plays a little bit of everything with his guitar, his drum machine, and his voice the mix of Classic Rock, Motown, 50’s music (0ldies), Blues, Country, and also a bit of Spanish for good measure will take you on a musical journey from one era and genre to the next without missing a beat.

Come join fellow needlework and textile arts enthusiasts at the library! Crafters of all levels are welcome to bring their projects and chat, teach, learn, and make new friends at this casual weekly get together. This group is entirely self-directed and you are encouraged to bring your own tools and materials. If you are looking for some inspiration or don’t know where to start, check out Creativebug- it's free with your library card and offers hundreds of project ideas and instructions.

Early learners (babies and toddlers) and their families are welcome to join us at the Library for Storytime, where we will wiggle, sing, read, and dance together! Our program is developmentally appropriate for ages 0-5, and our goal is to create memories and special bonds between caregivers and their children, and to help with building skills for school readiness and for a future of loving books!

Do you have questions about your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Join us for Drop-in Tech help. No appointment is needed, we help patrons on a first come first served basis. We meet in the 2nd floor Tech Lab and a clipboard for singing-up is at the 2nd floor reference desk starting at 2:30PM.

Girls Varsity Tennis vs Mountain View

Girls Varsity Field Hockey vs Saratoga

Take some time out of your afternoon to imagine and create! Join us for a crafty activity in the Children's Room. (Previously known as Tinker Tuesday.) This program is geared towards children ages 3 through ~10. This program takes place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 4 pm in the Children's Room.

Adult Art Workshops at Aluminary Arts in Los Gatos Looking for a creative way to unwind, meet new people, and try something new? Aluminary Arts invites adults of all experience levels to enjoy relaxed, inspiring art workshops in the heart of Los Gatos. Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or have been creating for years, our welcoming studio offers a fun, judgment-free environment where creativity can flourish. Each workshop is thoughtfully designed to help you unplug from the demands of everyday life while exploring acrylic painting, watercolor, mixed media, and other creative techniques. Every class includes step-by-step guidance, premium art materials, and plenty of encouragement, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while offering enough freedom for experienced artists to make each piece their own. Workshops feature fresh themes throughout the year—from vibrant florals and colorful landscapes to abstract painting, seasonal projects, contemporary designs, and creative mixed media experiences. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction and a relaxed, social atmosphere where guests can connect, laugh, and leave with artwork they're proud to display. Aluminary Arts also offers private events for birthdays, corporate team building, celebrations, and community groups, along with youth after-school programs and seasonal workshops. Located in downtown Los Gatos, Aluminary Arts serves guests from throughout Silicon Valley, including Saratoga, Campbell, San Jose, Cupertino, and the greater Bay Area. Visit AluminaryArts.com for the latest schedule and registration. Unplug. Relax. Create.

Early learners (babies and toddlers) and their families are welcome to join us at the Library for Storytime, where we will wiggle, sing, read, and dance together! Our program is developmentally appropriate for ages 0-5, and our goal is to create memories and special bonds between caregivers and their children, and to help with building skills for school readiness and for a future of loving books!

For ages 7 only: Join Librarian Robert in the Children's Room and learn to knit! Learn the basic skills to get started on a simple project and practice your stitching.

Join us for a Halloween-themed roll playing game, Adventure Skeletons. Players will make their way through the haunted Spirit Halloween to... liberate their skeleton kin? Take over the world? Go on vacation? The choice is yours!

October's theme is "cake or pie"! Each month we have a theme that you are free to interpret however you'd like. Choose a recipe to make from one of the many cookbooks or other resources in our collection- don't worry, we'll have plenty of suggestions for you! Then we'll meet to talk about books and cooking and enjoy each other's company. Photos of your finished dish are encouraged but not required. Are you Team Cake or Team Pie? Both? This month we'll be showing our team spirit by making either a cake or a pie, depending on which team you're on. You can make it sweet or savory, big enough for a crowd or small enough to be held in your hand- it's up to you! Think a Swedish smörgåstårta or a savory hand pie, or one of the many, many cupcake recipes available. Or if you really are Team Both, you might consider attempting the legendary cherpumple! Browse our incredible cookbook collection in the Library or our ebooks on CloudLibrary or The Palace Project, find something that looks interesting to you, and cook! Come to our meeting ready to talk all about what you made and the book you used. Don't forget to sign up for our Cookbook Club newsletter to get all the latest updates and cookbook suggestions! You can sign up for any of our newsletters here.

Have a spook-tacular day! Crafters of all ages can enjoy free admission & spooky crafts for Halloween and Día de los Muertos at the museum. Ages 0-5 are invited to join the Los Gatos Library for a Halloween Storytime & Trick-or-Treat Parade at 11 AM-12 PM on the Civic Center Lawn.

Join us for a not-so-spooky Halloween celebration at the Library! Costumes are not required but encouraged at this Halloween-themed Storytime, which will take place outdoors on Civic Center Lawn. The fun continues afterwards in our Trick-or-Treat Parade, where we will circle around the Civic Center fountain. Library staff, Town staff, our friends from the New Museum of Los Gatos, LGS Recreation and the Friends Bookstore will have some goodies to pass out. Bring a bag or bucket for collecting goodies as you practice saying "trick or treat" (in words or in smiles!). See you there at the cutest event of the year!

At the Fratello Marionettes show, you will not only be amused and entertained, but will appreciate the very niche artistry of making the marionettes by hand, and the skill and craft of performing with them. Their Halloween variety show is family-friendly fun for all ages. The show features happy ghosts, Frankenstein, the Purple People Eater, a not-so-scary spider and more….and of course, no Halloween show would be complete without a witch! Special care is taken to make this production a kid-friendly experience. For more information about the Fratello Marionettes, visit their website: https://fratellomarionettes.com/

Simon Santiago performs on lead vocals, 6 and 12-string guitars, and occasional ukulele.

Join Good Samaritan Hospital for its 12th Annual Breast Symposium, a free community event during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hear from leading breast health specialists about cancer risk, prevention, personalized screening, advances in treatment and reconstruction. Bring your questions for an interactive discussion designed to help you make informed decisions about your breast health. Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 5:30 p.m. refreshments and social hour; 6:30 p.m. interactive forum Location: Toll House Hotel, 140 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, CA Cost: Free Parking: Complimentary parking available in the Toll House Garage

Adult Art Workshops at Aluminary Arts in Los Gatos Looking for a creative way to unwind, meet new people, and try something new? Aluminary Arts invites adults of all experience levels to enjoy relaxed, inspiring art workshops in the heart of Los Gatos. Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or have been creating for years, our welcoming studio offers a fun, judgment-free environment where creativity can flourish. Each workshop is thoughtfully designed to help you unplug from the demands of everyday life while exploring acrylic painting, watercolor, mixed media, and other creative techniques. Every class includes step-by-step guidance, premium art materials, and plenty of encouragement, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while offering enough freedom for experienced artists to make each piece their own. Workshops feature fresh themes throughout the year—from vibrant florals and colorful landscapes to abstract painting, seasonal projects, contemporary designs, and creative mixed media experiences. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction and a relaxed, social atmosphere where guests can connect, laugh, and leave with artwork they're proud to display. Aluminary Arts also offers private events for birthdays, corporate team building, celebrations, and community groups, along with youth after-school programs and seasonal workshops. Located in downtown Los Gatos, Aluminary Arts serves guests from throughout Silicon Valley, including Saratoga, Campbell, San Jose, Cupertino, and the greater Bay Area. Visit AluminaryArts.com for the latest schedule and registration. Unplug. Relax. Create.

Y'all come down to the coffee house to celebrate the American Bluegrass tradition. Fans and fellow musicians gather to support and share in the joy of a bluegrass jam session. Reserved seating in this small venue is available - call 408-354-3263 or drop in to make advance arrangements to reserve seats for $15 per person. The Java Jam is a fun for a family outing or night out with friends. No cover charge at the door and walk-ins are always welcome. Coffee drinks, beer and wine are available for purchase during the event. ABOUT THE BLUEGRASS JAVA JAM: The Java Jam is an invitational jam session that takes place at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Both amateur and professional Bluegrass musicians submit their names and respective instruments, and an algorithm puts together a different “band” each week! To learn more about the “Java Jam” and other invitational Bluegrass events in the Bay Area, check out: http://jambot.org

A "High Tea" Eat for a Cause event at Tasting House, with a portion of the day's sales donated to The Butter Paddle.

This year, Broadway's hosting two Halloween parties, and kicking off the fun is Neverland with their rock n' roll mayhem! Dress up for a fun night of music, drinks, and dancing. If you've been to the last couple of years, you know what it's like. This event always sells out! Tickets: $20

The Los Gatos Library has partnered with @GirlsWhoCode to create a club meant for people ages 12-18 to learn to code and change the world! "What will I Learn? Our middle and high school Clubs encourage you to impact the community in a positive way through code. In order to build the skills you need to make an impact, you will learn how to code from our fun online tutorials and activities that will help you build animations, games, apps, and other things that you dream up! We have tutorials in Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and Java." Email: signup@gwc-losgatos.org to register.

Halloween Night with Benito Rose is a 6 piece band from Los Gatos. They play all of your favorite songs from the 1970s through the 2000s. A remarkable rhythm section sets the foundation for high energy guitars, outstanding keyboards and rich harmony vocals. Timeless Classics and Hits never fail to warm the hearts of audiences and bring dancers in the crowd to their feet! The band is praised for their set list that includes Rock, Alternative Rock, Blues, R;B, and Pop favorites.

It's a spooktacular Halloween takeover at Broadway! Featuring Fishcake bringing your fave the ’80s-and-up alternative rock live, then DJ Jason Dee takes over the decks to keep the party going late. LIMITED $30 presale tickets | $40 at the door Doors at 7 PM | Band at 9 PM

Find Your Wild! - Title Nine LG Women's Hiking Group is a welcoming space for women to get outside, move their bodies, and reconnect - with nature, with community, and with themselves. Designed to inspire confidence and well being, this monthly hike invites women of all experience levels to slow down, explore local trails and invest in their own sense of adventure and belonging.

Seasonal fruits and vegetables from Santa Clara County growers, plus honey, mushrooms, eggs and more, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Town Plaza Park, West Main Street and North Santa Cruz Avenue. The California Farmers' Markets Association runs it, with more than 40 farmers and food producers.

Enjoy free general admission and tours on the first Sunday of the month @ NUMU! The museum is open from 10 AM-4 PM, and we can't wait to see you there! Learn More & Register.

Do you need help repairing something? Repair Café Silicon Valley will be at the library offering free repairs on household items such as toasters, lamps, radios, clothing, bikes, and more. Limit two items per household, last repairs accepted at 2:30 PM. Visit repaircafesv.org for more information about their mission and to see when other events are scheduled.

Double Down Time is a blues-based stripped down and “raw” trio that performs their original music and a sprinkle of blues covers. With Julia JD on harmonica and keys, David on guitar and slide and Ms. Lisa on percussion, they “double down” on toe-tapping rhythms, memorable melodies and vocals that showcase textured harmonies. This trio nerds out on the love of breaking down music to its core, mixing things up and then bringing every note back to new life. We embrace minimal acoustic instrumentation and arrangements, and strive for soulful, energetic vocal harmonies and improvisation. We think of songs as storytelling primarily. With all that’s transpired we are excited about so many new stories to tell through music. We bring new interpretations to the music that we cover, and craft new stories in the tunes we write ourselves, to form soundbites we describe as authentic, inspiring, down-homey rockin’ bluesy fun!

Come join fellow needlework and textile arts enthusiasts at the library! Crafters of all levels are welcome to bring their projects and chat, teach, learn, and make new friends at this casual weekly get together. This group is entirely self-directed and you are encouraged to bring your own tools and materials. If you are looking for some inspiration or don’t know where to start, check out Creativebug- it's free with your library card and offers hundreds of project ideas and instructions.