Upcoming events.
Upcoming events in Downtown Burlingame
There is so much to do in Burlingame and now we’re making it even easier to find events in our Downtown area!
SAVE THE DATE! Annual Merchant's Holiday Window Display Contest
Celebrate the holidays and create a fabulous and engaging window display for the holidays. We are expanding the number of 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and honorable mention awards this year! Here are a few of the categories:
• Most Magical Holiday Spirit
• Best Use of Lights
• Best Theme Storytelling
• Most EconFriendly Display
• Most Artistic / Handmade Touches
• Most Whimsical / Funniest Display
• People’s Choice Award
Six judges from throughout the SF Bay Peninsula will decide the winners on December 17. All entries must be submitted to Laurie Hilt, Executive Director 📧 burlingamebid@gmail.com
Business Mixer
SAVE THE DATE! Come to Leland Tea Company and get to know other local merchants at Downtown Burlingame’s quarterly business and community mixer! More to come….
Tree Lighting and Holiday Train Festivities
Join the Burlingame City and community for the annual tree lighting then enjoy a stroll among hot chocolate vendors and snacks then the kiddie train ride sponsored by Downtown Burlingame BID and local merchants! Thanks to our sponsors: sweetgreen, Patronik Designs, UPS Store Burlingame, Onyx Salon, United Studios of Self Defense, and Reliance Clothing
Crepevine 25th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting & Expansion Event
RSVP with the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce, City dignitaries and more to celebrate Crepevine’s many years as a Burlingame food destination and it’s making more room for customers! Congratulations, Crepevine!
CALSavers Workshop for Employers: Important Information
Join the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Burlingame merchants’ association and Burlingame Woman’s Club to learn how to protect your business and stay compliant with State of California: the Retirement Mandate! Avoid penalties!! RSVP with the Chamber of Commerce.
Last Day to Sponsor the December 5th Holiday Train
Sign up as a Sponsor. Join Onyx Salon, Reliance Clothing, Patronik Designs, The UPS Store, Burlingame USSD Dojo and Downtown Burlingame (aka DBBID) to spread holiday cheer
Kid's Holiday Train on December 5, 2025
A magical day of holiday fun and promote your business for just $500,To Sponsor:
Please send your logo to: contact Laurie Hilt, Executive Director at burlingamebid@gmail.com and mail a check, made payable to the DBBID, and send to our P.O. Box 563, Burlingame, CA 94011-0563
Andra Norris Winter Salon Event Opening
Annual Winter Salon with over 150 works of art by 50 contemporary artists. Please join Andra Norris for a special Opening Reception
Save The Date! Fall Fest 2025
A fun day for the family with music, rides, games, drinks, food and don’t forget the costume contests!
Community Program Fundraiser for Rural Western Uganda Featuring Fine Artwork and Crafts by Ugandan Artists
This community event is to raise money for a community center and sponsorship of youth programs in Rukungiri District, Uganda.
*We will be selling fine East African artwork, including farmed acrylic paintings, painted wood panels, beautiful prints, and regional handcrafts.
*Enjoy Ugandan and East African music, entertainment, and light refreshments.
Tickets will be available through the OTYO! (A Sigh of Relief) Facebook and Instagram pages beginning August 1st or by request through the contact page on the OTYO! website and at the door.
40th Anniversary Annual Event: Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center
Things are happenin’ throughout the Peninsula…"Enjoy an evening of delicious hors d'oeuvres and desserts and a lively marketplace showcasing exclusive products from Renaissance entrepreneurs.
Burlingame Live
Great sounds—-Music every day for 4 days 4pm-8pm - celebrate at the corner of Park Road and Burlingame Avenue! Sponsored by the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce. 🎸 Genres include blues, pop, rock, alternative, classic hits & more
12th Annual Birdies for Business - Stanford Golf Course
Come out for a day of golf sponsored by the San Mateo County Chamber and the San Mateo County Economic Development Association (SAMCEDA).
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
For more information, please contact:
Larisa Ocañada at locanada@samceda.org
Join SAMCEDA: Membership Application | SAMCEDA
Join the San Mateo County Chamber: Join the Chamber - You can make a difference as a Chamber San Mateo County member
Studio Shop Gallery 110th Anniversary
Come Celebrate with the Studio Shop Gallery, one of the family-owned long-time businesses in the Downtown Burlingame area.
Quarterly Business & Community Mixer - Getting to Know Each Other!
Join our Downtown Burlingame merchant’s association (aka DBBID), the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce and the Burlingame Woman's Club for our quarterly mixer! Enjoy some wine and bites provided by Twelvemonth at 330 Lorton as you get to know Burlingame business owners and community members better…after the mixer, it is well worth dining on Twelvemonth’s delectable plant-based food choices.
Candlelight Vigil in Memory of Ayden Fang
With a tremendous sense of loss and sorrow, the Burlingame community is coming together at Burlingame Parking Lot D, 1212 Donnelly Avenue in memory of Ayden Fang whose little life was taken too soon, People are also reaching out to support the healing of Ayden’s family by clicking https://www.gofundme.com/f/burlingame-fang-family
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts
Things are happenin’ along the Peninsula….“The Palo Alto Festival of the Arts, the very popular fine art and entertainment festival along nine blocks of downtown’s tree-lined University Avenue, returns for its 42nd year… Hosted by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce with support of the City of Palo Alto, this stunning, multifaceted art showcase spans all mediums, from 250 booths of unique fine art to live music to a street painting expo.
New this year is Ramona Beats & Brews, a DJ/microbrew spin zone on Ramona Street. Questions? Email: info@paloaltochamber.com
SAVE THE DATE! Burlingame On the Avenue
Join the Burlingame Chamber in their annual downtown celebration enjoying beverages, art and more….
OSHA: Job Hazard Analysis Webinar
Did You Know?
OSHA invites you to attend a free webinar on August 12 regarding job hazard analysis and how supervisors can improve workplace safety by proactively identifying and controlling hazards and creating safer steps for every task. Click here to register.
¿Sabías?
OSHA le invita a asistir a un seminario web gratuito el 12 de agosto sobre el análisis de riesgos laborales y cómo los supervisores pueden mejorar la seguridad en el lugar de trabajo mediante la identificación proactiva y el control de los riesgos y la creación de pasos más seguros para cada tarea. Haga clic aquí para inscribirse.
SAVE THE DATE: Downtown Burlingame Wine Walk
Downtown Burlingame will once again host our Wine Walk in July where participants have the opportunity to get to know local businesses along Burlingame and Howard Avenues and the side streets! Just pick up your wine wrist band and wine cup when you sign up. Click here to sign up.
70th Anniversary San Francisco Magazine
Join the San Francisco Magazine team at The Conservatory at One Sansome, San Francisco! Here’s what you can expect: STAR CHEFS | RESTAURANTS | LIBATIONS | ENTERTAINMENT
“Get ready for an unforgettable evening featuring renowned chefs, top restaurants, craft cocktails, and premium wine, all set to the backdrop of live entertainment and curated sounds.
★ 2025 STAR CHEFS & RESTAURANTS ★
⌁ Chef Nancy Oakes with Boulevard
⌁ Chef Tyler Florence with Miller & Lux and Wayfare Tavern
⌁ Chef Mourad Lalou with Aziza
⌁ Chefs Sayat & Laura Ozyilmaz with Dalida
⌁ Chef Sebastian Brown with Holbrook House
⌁ Chef Nelson German with Meski, alaMar Dominican Kitchen & Bar and Sobre Mesa
⌁ Chef Roy Ellamar with Graton Resort & Casino
⌁ Chef Mark Sullivan with Spruce, La Connessa, Louie's Original and Happy Donut
⌁ Chef Derek Weinman with the San Francisco Design Center's Tapestry Bar & Bistro
and more!
★ WINE COCKTAILS & MOCKTAILS ★
★ SOUNDS BY SFJAZZ & DJ KING MOST ★
Elevating Business Connections: Networking Lunch Event
Join the Burlingame Chamber at the monthly Networking Lunch at Stella, 1448 Burlingame Avenue. Food tickets $35 for members and $40 for non-members.
Community Day of Love and Support
Check out what’s happenin’ in East Palo Alto: Join Heart to Heart Holistic Foundation at Joel Davis Park - Tate Street. Free giveaways for children—books, toys, games.
Meet Up for Music in the Park
Join the Burlingame Woman’s Club members and maybe those who would like to know more about what the Club does while enjoying a night of music. Free. Sign up by clicking.
Summer Mixer Sponsored by Maryam Ghafouri with the Burlingame Chamber
What’s Happenin’ Along Broadway? Join Maryam Ghafouri from New York Life Insurance and the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce at the Broadway Grill on Broadway-Live music and complimentary wine & appetizers. Cost: $45 - Sign up soon on Eventbrite!
JUNETeenth - Celebrate the Day of Freedom
Join the children’s program at the Hayward Public Library in the Fremont Room. Sponsored by Velda Goe, Fayeth Gardens Kwanzaa Project: California Griot
So You Think You Know Burlingame?
The public is invited to join the fun for Burlingame Trivia Night! Hosted by the Burlingame Woman’s Club, 241 Park Rd. and co-sponsored by the Downtown Burlingame BID and the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce. Come challenge your knowledge and learn about Burlingame! FREE
Hadia's Skin Care Special 25th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Celebration
Join Hadia with the Chamber of Commerce and local city officials and businesses to celebrate her 25 years of service as a skin care professional in Burlingame!
Mixing it Up in the Heart of Burlingame
Enjoy refreshments and meet other businesses and community members in the comfortable social setting of the Burlingame Woman’s Club. This is a collaboration between Downtown Burlingame (aka DBBID) and the Burlingame Woman’s Club, Burlingame Chamber of Commerce
Broadway Wine Walk
Join the merchants of the Broadway downtown along with the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce for a toast to community and learning more about each of the local businesses.
The Mad Hatter's Tea & Wine Social
Join winemaker Heidi Barrett for high tea, wine and music
Burlingame Woman’s Club Homeowners Insurance Presentation
Community event to learn more about homeowners insurance program
Burlingame Community Education Foundation (BCE) Fundraiser
From the website: A Night Among the Stars, ✨
the event you won’t want to miss this year!
Saturday, March 22, 2025
at the Hilton SFO Airport Bayfront in Burlingame
Buy your tickets to attend an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the generosity of our incredible community and honor the shining stars of education and excellence! This festive reception will transport you into a night filled with glitz, glamour, and gratitude—all while supporting the Burlingame Public Schools. Let's come together, shine bright and support the future stars of our schools!
About the BCE Soirée
Starting at 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., your evening includes:
🥂 A sparkling cocktail reception to kick off the night with delectable dishes and drinks
🎤 Inspiring performances celebrating our educators and community stars
🎉 Live auction filled with dazzling prizes and Fund-a-Dream to support BCE
💃 Dancing the night away under a canopy of stars

