Latin Night Dance Party (at Motion Arts Center)
2026-01-23 19:00 - 23:59, 2026-01-30 19:00 - 23:59, 2026-02-06 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Motion Arts Center:
Join us for our weekly Latin Night Dance Party filled with Salsa, Bachata, and Cumbia music!
Come, bring your friends and get ready for an unforgettable night of dancing and fun on the dance floor. We will provide snacks and light drinks.
The dance studio has air conditioning, a beautiful hardwood floor, colorful mood ambient lighting and a high quality sound system.
FRIDAY SCHEDULE:
7pm-8pm Latin Motion Fundamentals All Level Class
8pm-9pm Salsa Beginner Level Class
8pm – 9pm Bachata Beginner Level Class
9pm-12am Social Dance Party with Live DJ
TEACHERS: Tristan, Rhazel and Jesica

TICKETS PER PERSON:
$30 One single class session
$55 Two classes same day only
$15 Dance Party Only
*Social Dance Party is included when you take a class.

New Students Intro Offer: $65 7 Day Pass Unlimited For First Time Students Only (expires in 7 days, dance party is paid separately).
LOCATION:
Motion Arts Center
217 S Claremont St,
San Mateo, CA 94401

Lunar New Year in Downtown San Mateo
2026-01-24 12:00 - 14:00 | South B Street, South B Street (Between Baldwin Ave. & 2nd Ave.), San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Celebrate Lunar New Year on Saturday, January 24th in Downtown San Mateo! Stay tuned for more information! Brought to you by the DSMA and Florian Orthodontics.
This family-friendly event on B Street (between 1st and 2nd Ave) will showcase a Lion Dance performance from Lion Dance Me at noon, plus community booths with activities, red envelopes, and give-aways for kids from noon to 2pm*.

Community booths on B Street
noon-2pm
Lion Dance ME performance on B Street
noon-1pm
Lion Dance ME parade to businesses throughout Downtown
1-2pm

*Event details may change in case of inclement weather. Registration is not required, but space and supplies are limited.

Salsa 4 Week Workshop Series with Chris and Jewell (at Motion Arts Center)
2026-01-24 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-01-31 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Come join our fun Salsa 4-Week Workshop Series, taught by the wonderful instructors Chris & Jewell! This progressive series is designed to give you a strong foundation in salsa while helping you feel more confident, musical, and connected to your partner on the dance floor.
Over four consecutive weeks, you’ll dive deep into both footwork (shines) and partnerwork, learning how to move with a great style to impress everyone — whether you’re dancing solo or with a partner.
Dates: Saturdays January 17th, 24th, 31st and February 7th, 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Price: $150 Early Bird Until 01/08/2026 per person
$175 General Admission
$150 VIP Members Only
*Limited spots available to keep the experience focused and high-quality.
What You’ll Learn
Each week builds on the last, so you can grow and retain the material:
Solid Salsa Fundamentals: basic step, turns, timing & musicality.
Clear lead & follow techniques for smoother, more confident dancing.
Footwork and shines to improve balance, coordination, and personal style.
Partnerwork essentials: cross body leads, turns, connection, and patterns.
Styling and body movement (with focused instruction for both leads & follows).
Real social dance skills, including slot awareness, faster music, and longer combinations.
Guided Practice Time + Q&A every week to help everything click.
By Week 4, you’ll be dancing more fluidly, with better technique, confidence, and awareness on the social dance floor.
Why Take This Series?
Progressive Learning – Unlike drop-in classes, this series allows you to build week by week.
Balanced Training – Equal focus on footwork, technique, and partner connection.
No Partner Required – Come solo or with a friend. If you have a partner you can remain with them the whole class.
Personalized attention – Limited spots ensure quality instruction.
Social-Dance Ready – Perfect preparation for salsa socials and dance events.
*This is a rare opportunity to train consistently with the same instructors and group, creating faster progress and stronger confidence.
Who Can Benefit From This Series?
Beginners ready to move beyond the basics
Dancers who want cleaner technique and smoother partnerwork
Social dancers looking to feel more confident on the floor
Anyone wanting to improve timing, styling, and connection
Leads and follows who want role-specific guidance
If you’ve taken a few salsa classes before — or want a structured, supportive way to truly learn salsa — this series is for you!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special series and elevate your salsa dancing from the ground up!
Pro-Tip: Maxime Your Progress!
To get the most out of this 4-week workshop series, we highly recommend attending our weekly salsa classes and social dance parties alongside the program. Regular practice will help you reinforce the material, improve your timing and connection, and gain confidence dancing with a variety of partners. Our weekly classes and socials provide the ideal space to apply what you’re learning in real time, making your progress faster, smoother, and more natural on the social dance floor.
Booking Information
Online pre-registration is required for all in person classes. Please click on Sign In/Register at the top right hand corner of this website. By creating an account you can book and pay online for classes before arriving to the studio. This will save you time and help avoid congestions at the front desk. After you register and book a class, you will receive an email confirmation. If you already have an account at MAC, just log in using your email and password to book any class.
New Students please click here to get started.
For Class Rates and Packages please click here. As a way to reward your commitment, the more classes you take the better price you receive.
If you cancel a booked reservation, it must be done so with a minimum of 24 hours before the class start time. If late-cancel or no show within the 24 hour window, the class reservation will still apply and be deducted from your account. Purchases are not refundable and are not transferrable to other programs or individuals.
Classes will start on time and doors will open 15 minutes before each class starts.
No special clothes are required; what feels comfortable for you is good.

Stand up @ the Lounge (at Sky Lounge)
2026-01-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Sky Lounge, 76 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Peninsula Comedy:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DTtIda_EmMj/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Life been a little too serious lately? 😐
We can fix that for ya…
Join @emondiz and @peninsulacomedy at Sky Lounge in San Mateo on 1/24 for a night of stand-up from some of the Bay’s funniest comedians 🎤🍻
It’s a completely free show, so you literally have no excuse not to come thru and laugh.
The show runs from 7:30-9:30 pm!
We hope to see you🫵 and your friends there!
Lineup:
@donovanrobertsoncomedy
@emondiz
@xzavierbronsoncomedy
@yimacomedy
@keanucarmona
@baileymillercomedy
@charlie.idiot.fool
@israelmedina__
Sky Lounge
76 E 3rd Avenue, San Mateo

Discount Tuesday (at Cinemark Century San Mateo 12)
2026-01-27, 2026-02-03, 2026-02-10 | Cinemark Century San Mateo 12, 320 East 2nd Ave, San Mateo, 94401, United States
From Cinemark:
TUESDAY MOVIE DEALS FOR ALL MOVIE LOVERS
EVERYONE SAVES!
Find Cheap Movie Theaters Near You
Discount Tuesday may not apply on or near holidays. See Cinemark for more details.
There’s never been a better time to turn up on a weekday, because every Tuesday at Cinemark is Discount Tuesday—cheap movie tickets are always within reach.
https://www.cinemark.com/discounts/discount-tuesdays/

Sunset Trivia (at O'Neills)
2026-01-28 19:15 - 21:00, 2026-02-04 19:15 - 21:00, 2026-02-11 19:15 - 21:00 | O’Neill’s Irish Pub, 34 South B Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Unearth your team’s potential at O’Neills Irish Pub in San Mateo! This vibrant spot, perfect for continuing your evening, hosts exhilarating trivia every Wednesday at 7:15 PM. Gather your sharpest minds, join the craic, and put your knowledge to the ultimate test. Will you be the lucky team to claim victory?
This is a recurring event. Please check with O’Neills in case of cancellation or schedule changes.

Free Community Classes All Day (at CorePower Yoga)
2026-01-31 | Core Power Yoga, 333 S B St Suite #100, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From CorePower Yoga:
Reminder to our CorePower Community:
Join us on Saturday, January 31, for free community classes all day long at CorePower Yoga studios nationwide. During these difficult times, we remain committed to being a space for healing, connection, and shared practice. We invite you to breathe, move, and come together in honor of our shared humanity.

New Student Promo (at Motion Arts Center)
2026-02-01 - 2026-02-03 | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Motion Arts Center:
Special Intro Offer for New Students
7 Day Unlimited Pass for $65 per person (savings of up to $145!)
Expires 7 days from purchase
https://motionartscenter.com/new-students/

Welcome to Motion Arts Center!
We are thrilled to have you here at our beautiful studios in downtown San Mateo, CA.
We have a passion for dance and music and would love to share with you our experience and knowledge to make you a great dancer in a fun, comfortable and nurturing atmosphere! Whether you’re a total beginner student or an advanced level dancer enjoy learning from our friendly and professional teachers in our state-of-the-art dance studios.
Come and drop-in to any dance class, this means you can stop by at any time and choose from our diverse selection of group dance and fitness classes available throughout the day.
Online pre-registration and sign up is required for all in-person classes.
We look forward to seeing you in the studio soon!

*Terms and conditions may apply. Please see individual business for details.

Chinese New Year Promotion (at Nakoko)
2026-02-01 - 2026-02-28 | Nakoko, 335 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Nakoko:
Chinese New Year at Nakoko
Spend $25 for: 25 tokens + 1 red envelope
Envelope contains “x” amount of free tokens
Are you lucky enough to find the lucky lion key chain?
*Promotions can not be stacked
Note from DSMA: please see individual business for terms and conditions.

20% off Items of the Month (at Amici’s)
2026-02-01 - 2026-02-28 | Amici’s, 69 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Amici’s:
Enjoy 20% off our NEW MVP Pizza, Penna Alla Vodka, and Chopped Italian Sub all month long!
Offer valid on pick-up & delivery orders during the month of February only via amicis.com or mobile-app.
Please see individual business for terms and conditions

February Floral Tattoo Design Special (at Ian Galicia Tattoos)
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-28 | Ian Galicia Tattoos, 122 2nd Ave. Suite 209, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Ian Galicia Tattoos:
🌹February is for florals 🌸
Offering a special this month for floral designs – roses, peonies, fine line, black and grey, or soft color.
All flower types and styles welcome. Let’s create something beautiful!
Contact Ian for rates:
IG TATTOOS
122 2nd Ave. Suite 209
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 200-0260
Email: iangaliciatattoos@gmail.com

Wear your favorite team's jersey for 15% off any service (at Spa Siam Orchid)
2026-02-06 - 2026-02-10 | Spa Siam Orchid, 10 E 3rd Ave., San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Spa Siam Orchid:
Wear your favorite team’s jersey & enjoy 15% off any service
Before the kickoff, after the final whistle
Friday, February 6th through Tuesday, February 10th only
Valid Same Day – Cannot be combined with other offers, package deals, and gift cards
Book Now: https://www.spasiamorchid.com/book-now
Note from DSMA: please see individual business for terms and conditions

San Mateo Sports Warm Up
2026-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 | South B Street, South B Street (Between Baldwin Ave. & 2nd Ave.), San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Kick off your SUPER weekend at our San Mateo Sports Warm Up on Saturday, February 7th from 1–3 pm! We’re bringing the big-game energy to the heart of Downtown with a free, family-friendly afternoon of play featuring a very special appearance by the back-to-back State Champion CSM Bulldogs! Come meet and greet some players from the College of San Mateo’s elite football team before testing your own skills on the Perform for Golf putting green, foosball and ping pong tables, and the San Mateo Parks & Rec mobile games. For those looking for a unique challenge, don’t miss a live demo from the Belmont Brass Wrists arm wrestling club!
This community celebration is made possible through a generous partnership with Perform For Golf, and it’s the perfect way to soak up the Bay Area’s championship vibes just one day before the Super Bowl. Special thanks to the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of San Mateo, the City of San Mateo’s Parks & Rec Dept, CSM, and the Belmont Brass Wrists!
*Event details may change in case of inclement weather. Registration is not required, but space and supplies are limited.

Wedding First Dance Workshop (at Motion Arts Center)
2026-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Motion Arts Center, 217 South Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
At Motion Arts Center, we believe every couple deserves to experience the pure delight of a magical first dance. That’s why we’re thrilled to invite you to our Wedding First Dance Workshop, a celebration of movement, connection, and the sheer happiness of dancing together!

Join us for a delightful 2-hour workshop and step into a world of joyful movement and wedding dance wonder!
In this uplifting and inspiring workshop, you will:
– Discover Dance Fundamentals: Learn beautiful, flowing steps and graceful turns in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. No prior dance experience needed – just bring your partner and your joyful spirit!
– Embrace the Rhythm of Romance: Explore moving together harmoniously to a wonderful variety of wedding song styles, from heartwarming classics to today’s most loved tunes.
– Craft an Unforgettable Dance Experience: We’ll guide you through a charming entrance, smooth and seamless transitions, and a delightful dip to add a touch of celebratory sparkle to your dance.
– Deepen Your Connection Through Dance: Beyond the steps, we’ll focus on joyful partnership, playful communication, and creating a dance that radiates the unique happiness you share.
– Begin Building Your Beautiful First Dance: This workshop is the perfect starting point to create a first dance that truly reflects your joyful love story, setting the stage for a truly magical wedding day.
*Continue the Celebration with Weekly Classes and Private Lessons! Two hours is a fantastic start to your dance adventure, and we invite you to extend the joy and skill-building with our weekly follow-up classes! Imagine the confidence and smiles you’ll share as you continue to refine your moves and create an even more breathtaking and personalized first dance!
Workshop Details:
Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Price:
Regular Admission: $149 per couple

*NOTE: During the Registration process please write the full name of your partner under “PLEASE ENTER YOUR MESSAGE HERE”.
Embrace the joy of dancing and secure your spot in this uplifting workshop! Limited spaces are available, so register early to ensure your place on the dance floor!

Live Music from Tomorrow's Lie (at McGoverns)
2026-02-07 21:00 - 23:59 | McGoverns, 215 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Tomorrow’s Lie live performance at McGovern’s. 21 years old +

Saturday, Feb 7th at 9pm

tomorrowslie.com/

Where to watch the Big Game
2026-02-08 15:30 - 19:00 | CA
Many Downtown San Mateo bars and restaurants will be showing the big game on Feb 8th. Kick off is at 3:30pm, but you may want to arrive early to get a good seat! This list may not include every venue that will show the game. Please reach out to individual businesses to get more information.

Business NameCategoryAddressPhone #WebsiteWebsite URL

Eddie's Sports BarBars215 S B St

Mortar & PestleBars129 S B St(650) 662-6800Visit Websitewww.curryupnow.com

O'Neill's Irish PubBars34 S. B St. (650) 347-1544

Foreigner CafeBreakfast & Brunch60 E 3rd Ave. (650) 620-1888Visit Websitewww.foreignercafe.com

Central Park BistroContemporary American181 E 4th Ave. (650) 558 ‑ 8401Visit Websitewww.centralparkbistro.com

Pacific Catch Contemporary American243 S B St.(650) 389-2482Visit Websitewww.pacificcatch.com

The Barrel Bistro & Wine BarContemporary American246 S B St. (650) 445-7250Visit Websitewww.thebarrelbistrowinebar.com/

Fire WingsFast Food206 S B St. (650) 372-5263Visit Websitewww.firewings.com

Curry Up Now Indian129 S B St. (650) 662-6800Visit Websitewww.curryupnow.com

Peninsula Italian American Social Club Italian100 N B St. (650) 343-7981Visit Websitewww.peninsulaitalianclub.org

Rise WoodfireItalian2 N B St. (650) 389-6918Visit Websitewww.risewoodfire.com

ChinguKorean211 South San Mateo Dr(650) 781-3075Visit Websitewaitwhile.com/locations/chingusanmateo

La PinataLatin American120 N B St.(650) 344-5722Visit Websitewww.lapinatasanmateo.com/

Las Palomas Taqueria Mexican92 E 3rd Ave. (650) 343-9925

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria Pizza69 E 3rd Ave. (650) 342-9392Visit Websitewww.amicis.com

MOUNTAIN MIKE'S PIZZAPizza154 S B St(650) 393-4799Visit Websitewww.mountainmikespizza.com/locations/san-mateo-ca/

North Beach Pizza Pizza240 E 3rd Ave. (650) 344-5000Visit Websitewww.northbeachpizzamenu.com

Pizza My Heart Pizza140 E 4th Ave. (650) 344-9800Visit Websitewww.pizzamyheart.com

Porterhouse Steakhouse164 S. B Street(650) 579-5911Visit Websitewww.porterhousesanmateo.com

New Thai ElephantThai200 S B St. (650) 431-0888Visit Websitewww.newthaielephant.com

Curry Pizza HousePizza135 S B St(650) 242-0520Visit Websitecurrypizzahouse.com/

DSMA Board Meeting (Open to the Public)
2026-02-10 09:00 - 10:00 | CA
The Downtown San Mateo Association Board and staff, representatives from the City of San Mateo, DSMA members, and other community members gather each month to discuss DSMA business.
If you have questions or to confirm the meeting location, please email us at HQ@dsma.org.
If you would like to make a presentation to the DSMA Board, reach out by email at least one month before the scheduled meeting.

Golden Oldies Music Bingo (at Chill Spot Rendezvous)
2026-02-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Chill Spot Rendezvous, 271 Baldwin Ave., San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Chill Spot Rendezvous:
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month 2-4pm Golden Oldies Senior Discount Day
Last Thursday of the month 5:30-7:30pm Variety Song List for Everyone!

50% off Presidents Day (at Bundy Opticians)
2026-02-11 - 2026-02-16 | Bundy Opticians, 201 S. San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Bundy Opticians:
50% off Presidents Day Sale on prescription lenses with the purchase of a new frame at regular price.
Cannot be combined with any other offers. Restrictions apply.
201 South San Mateo Drive, San Mateo
(650) 344-4232
bundyopticians1958@gmail.com
Family owned since 1958

Valentine's Promo (at Nakoko)
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-15 | Nakoko, 335 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Nakoko:
Valentine’s at Nakoko
February 13th – 15th
Spend $25 for 25 tokens + a crochet rose
*Promotions can not be stacked
Note from DSMA: please see individual business for terms and conditions.

The City of Stars - One Star Shoe Release (at Atlas Skateboarding)
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-16 | Atlas Skateboarding, 209 2nd Ave., San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Atlas:
Join us for the release of Atlas X Converse “The City of Stars” One Star on Friday, February 13th. The event will feature a photo exhibition by Justin Ching and video by Kyle Geldart.
Friday, February 13th
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
209 2nd Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
Food, beer, beverages, good times.
Our collaborative One Star will be available that night at 6:00 PM and is available in extremely limited quantities.

Pop Up Event (at Uptown Beauty)
2026-02-13 17:00 - 21:00 | Uptown Beauty, 36 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
From Uptown Beauty:
Fall in love with Uptown Beauty at our upcoming pop up event on February 13th from 5pm to 9pm. Enjoy drinks and bites while you shop, and take advantage of 15% off all in-store purchases. We are excited to introduce two new additions to our beauty family: Wax Wellness, specializing in professional waxing services, and BeautyCo, offering haircuts and styling for all ages. The event will also feature special guest vendors selling unique products. We look forward to seeing you there!
