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Host an event, gig, or performance in Marin County? Whether you’re booking live music in a downtown Fairfax basement bar, running an outdoor storytelling series under the redwoods, hosting a rooftop DJ set in San Rafael, or organizing a community concert in Bolinas, Marin Nights helps local residents and visitors discover what’s happening after dark across the North Bay.

Our calendar covers nightlife, entertainment, and evening culture throughout Marin—from Sausalito and Mill Valley up through Corte Madera, San Rafael, Novato, Fairfax, and coastal towns like Bolinas and Point Reyes Station. If your event takes place in Marin County and is open to the public, submit your details using the form below to get listed on our central local guide.

What We List

Marin Nights focuses on evening events, nightlife, and live entertainment. We welcome submissions across a variety of genres and event types, including:

• Live Music & Concerts: Bands, solo artists, acoustic sets, jazz trios, reggae shows, and tribute acts performing at local music halls, saloons, restaurants, and outdoor parks. Whether it’s a headliner at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, live bands at Smiley’s Schooner Saloon, Hotel & Kitchen in Bolinas, or a free afternoon concert at Corte Madera Town Park, local music is at the heart of our coverage.
• Comedy & Spoken Word: Stand-up showcases, open mics, comedy time bomb competitions, and true storytelling series. From weekly comedy shows at Mac’s at 19 Broadway in Fairfax to intimate spoken-word evenings like Redwood Nights at Deer Park Villa, we highlight the county’s best live stage entertainment.
• Nightlife & DJ Sets: Dance parties, rooftop sessions, house music events, salsa nights, and late-night DJ lineups at venue spots like AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown, Peri’s Tavern in Fairfax, or Maya Palenque Restaurant in Novato.
• Community & Cultural Events: Winery acoustic sets at Trek Winery in Novato, theater productions at Marin Shakespeare Company, 142 Throckmorton Theatre, or The Belrose in San Rafael, farm stand gigs at Gospel Flat Farm Stand in Bolinas, and arts gatherings at Sausalito Center For The Arts or Dance Palace in Point Reyes Station.

Submission Guidelines

To ensure your event listing is published quickly and accurately, please make sure your submission includes all necessary details before sending it over. Providing complete information upfront prevents delays in reviewing and posting your event.

Please ensure your submission includes:

• Event Title: A clear, descriptive title for your event (e.g., specific band names, show titles, or theme nights).
• Date & Time: Exact event date along with door times and set start times. If it’s a recurring event, please specify the schedule (e.g., every Tuesday).
• Venue Name & Location: The full name of the venue (e.g., Mac’s at 19 Broadway, Community Congregational Church in Tiburon, or Toast Restaurant in Novato) and the specific Marin town or city where it takes place.
• Ticket Price & Cost Information: State whether the event is free, donation-based, or has a specific ticket price (including price ranges or cover charges, such as $10, $12.51, $17.85, or $39.99). If advance tickets are required, include the direct ticketing URL.
• Age Restrictions: Clear notes on age limits, such as 21-and-over bar shows versus all-ages community gatherings or family-friendly outdoor concerts.
• Event Description: A detailed summary explaining what guests can expect, including performer bios, music genres, food and drink availability, and parking notes.

Submit Your Event Details

Fill out the form below to submit your event directly to the Marin Nights editorial queue. Once received, our team will review the details and publish eligible listings to the main event calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any cost to submit or list an event on Marin Nights?

No. Standard event listings on Marin Nights are completely free for artists, organizers, venues, and promoters. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive, community-driven guide to Marin County nightlife, live music, and evening events, regardless of whether you’re hosting a free neighborhood jam or a ticketed headliner show.

How far in advance should I submit my event?

We recommend submitting your event at least one to two weeks in advance. Submitting early gives local readers time to plan ahead and helps your show appear in our weekly event roundups and venue listings across towns like Fairfax, San Rafael, Sausalito, Mill Valley, Bolinas, and Novato.

How long does it take for a submitted event to be reviewed and published?

Submissions are typically reviewed and processed within 24 to 48 hours. Please verify that all details—including venue name, town, ticket link, cover charge, and set times—are accurate before submitting, as incomplete entries may delay publication.