Novato News & Events

There are plenty of things to do in Novato. Check in regularly with Shop Local Novato for the latest Novato news & events.


Wonderful Wedding Planning Tips

Wonderful Wedding Planning Tips

Planning a wedding in the North Bay? Novato has several great wedding locations, whether you’re picturing a wine country-style wedding at the Pacheco Winery or a country club-style event at
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Novato’s Most Romantic Couple Winners Announced

Novato’s Most Romantic Couple Winners Announced

The Downtown Novato Business Association (DNBA) has announced the winners of the ‘Novato’s Most Romantic Couple’ Contest.
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Are you Novato’s Most Romantic Couple?

Are you Novato’s Most Romantic Couple?

Calling all lovebirds! Share your love story for a chance to win a dreamy date for two in Downtown Novato!! HOW TO ENTER: Send us your love story (it can be
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2015 Sweetheart Stroll

2015 Sweetheart Stroll

This Valentine’s Day take your sweetheart on a horse-drawn carriage ride through Novato’s quaint downtown…for FREE! Here’s an idea…why not have dinner at one of Novato’s romantic restaurant spots, and
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Start the New Year off right at Hopmonk Tavern

Start the New Year off right at Hopmonk Tavern

Start the New Year off right with a visit to Hopmonk Tavern in the Vintage Oaks Shopping Center; one of Novato’s favorite restaurant destinations with a lively bar scene, good food,
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Get Festive in Novato

Get Festive in Novato

Novato businesses have everything you need to make your holidays merry and bright! Sip your way to holiday bliss by reserving a spot for High Tea at Teeny Cake. Service
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Feast Local this Thanksgiving Holiday!

Feast Local this Thanksgiving Holiday!

Prepare to feast! The Thanksgiving holiday is next week, and Novato-based grocers have everything you need to set the stage for a delicious meal.
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2014 Small Business Saturday, a Date to Pin to your Calendar

2014 Small Business Saturday, a Date to Pin to your Calendar

Small Business Saturday is coming, on November 29th. It’s an ongoing initiative created by American Express...
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Halloween Fun in Novato

Halloween Fun in Novato

It's nearly the witching hour! If you're in need of inspiration, hop on your broom and fly...
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Pick of the Week: Woodlands Pet Food & Treats

Pick of the Week: Woodlands Pet Food & Treats

Got pets? Cruise over to Woodlands Pet Food & Treats at 474 Ignacio Boulevard in Pacheco Plaza where pets rule (and they don’t mind drool). Customers will find an impressive
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Pick of the Week: Teeny Cake

Pick of the Week: Teeny Cake

Craving a sweet treat? Stop in at teeny cake boutique bakery where small bites equal big taste. For the past five years, owner and self-taught baker Michelle Mahoney has been
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Pick of the Week: Oneiric Boutique

Pick of the Week: Oneiric Boutique

Get your groove on at Oneiric Boutique in downtown Novato where affordable fashion is always in style. You’ll find “a little bit of everything” at this chic retail store–from accents
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2014 Labor Day Auto Sale

2014 Labor Day Auto Sale

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to score big bargains on new automobiles, and Novato dealerships are gearing up to offer customers great incentives over their Labor Day Auto
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Back to School

Back to School

It’s back to school at Target! Getting ready for the new school year? Find everything to outfit your student in style from head to toe at Target–Novato’s one-stop store for
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The Sounds of Summer 2014

The Sounds of Summer 2014

Get your groove on and enjoy the Sounds of Summer from some of the best Bay Area bands at Pacheco Plaza’s annual outdoor music concert series. Starting in June, these free monthly
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Here’s the Scoop…

Here’s the Scoop…

Grab a bowl and spoon! July is National Ice Cream Month which means there is still plenty of time to celebrate America’s favorite frozen dessert. Luckily, there are lots of great
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