The best things to do in Rohnert Park

“Membership-only country club with a pool.”

“Iconic since 1902, Lincoln Park Golf Course is a public 18 that trades stress for Golden Gate, ocean, and cityscape scenery. Hit the Trackman indoor simulator bays for data-driven reps, games, and over 400 virtual courses, or book playing, short game, swing, and putting lessons before your next round.”

From the San Mateo newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Need a breezy reset close to home? Lake Merritt Amphitheater lines up a pretty perfect combo of shoreline strolls, lakeside art, birds galore, and community performances. Pack a blanket, meet a friend, and let the Necklace of Lights make the evening feel a little extra.”

From the San Ramon newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Golden Gate Park Golf Course is a classic nine-hole par 3, renovated in 2023 for improved playability and a more sustainable footprint, tucked on the ocean side of the park. Sneak in a quick round this week or rally friends for an easygoing outing or tournament.”

From the South San Francisco newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Skip the same-old and rally the crew for Reed Between The Lines, LLC, Rohnert Park’s premier escape rooms with an award-winning customer experience. Family friendly, brain-tickling, and perfect for teams or celebrations, it’s the kind of local adventure that turns “we should hang out” into actual memories.”

From the Petaluma newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.”

“Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.”

“Lively amusement attraction featuring escape rooms, thrill rides & a laser challenge.”

“One of the city's oldest operating cinemas, showcasing classic & current films on a single screen.”

“SF landmarks shrink to putting-green size at Subpar Miniature Golf, an indoor course with 19 playful holes, an arcade, and food plus beer, wine and boba. Grab a friend, chase a low score, then stick around for glow-in-the-dark rounds when the vibes turn neon.”

From the San Rafael newsletter, August 15, 2026

“This relaxed 9-hole, par-30 golf course at TPC Harding Park offers educational programs.”

“Golf facility featuring 2 18-hole courses, a driving range, and a banquet hall.”

“Long-standing golf course & clubhouse in national park with a driving range, restaurant & shop.”

“Not your average movie house, this indie-film center has presented cutting-edge releases since 1961.”

“Teams draw, guess and wager their way to victory in rounds of mini games.”

“Popular public golf course with well-manicured fairways and greens.”

“Iconic block-long alley featuring a constantly changing collection of murals by various artists.”

“Art Deco theater opened in 1931 hosting ballet & symphony performances, plus classic movies.”

“Narrow alleyway featuring colorful wall murals by community artists, many with political themes.”

“Restored 1926 movie palace with a Wurlitzer organ & themed auditoriums, screening first-run films.”

“Circa-1922 cinema for offbeat films, musical movie sing-alongs, drag acts & pre-show organ concerts.”

“m. on weekends and holidays.”

“Small cinema in the Marina District offering a variety of films in a cozy setting.”

“Large gathering of food trucks serving street food and beer and wine, with live music.”

“Arched doorways & columns form the basis for this colorful mirrored maze for adults & children.”

“Rebounderz chain for kids and adults, featuring interconnected trampolines, climbing walls, a ninja warrior course, and a toddler area.”

“Folsom Mural by illustrator-muralist Kim Sielbeck delivers a riot of color and playful shapes in the Mission, perfect for a quick art boost this week. Grab a friend, soak up the saturated palettes, then ride that happy-brain energy back across the bridge.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Venue for emerging artists with gallery exhibits, theater performances & classes for youth & adults.”

“Laid-back course offering beer and wine at its various miniature golf holes.”

“Chinatown San Francisco is the largest Chinatown outside Asia and the oldest in North America, with maze-y alleys, dim sum runs, the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, and pop-up festivals from the Chinese New Year Parade to the Moon Festival.”

From the San Rafael newsletter, August 10, 2026