Things to do in Danville
Danville is home to a playwright's historic house and a large museum, with a big regional park close by. Start with these, then see what is on this week.
Last checked October 19, 2026. Each place links to its official page; hours, fees and closures change, so confirm there.
Places to start
Danville
Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site (National Park Service) ↗Tao House, where playwright Eugene O'Neill wrote his last plays. The park says it is a free site, reservations are required, and visitors ride a complimentary shuttle that boards in Danville.
Danville
Blackhawk Museum ↗A museum with several galleries covering history, art and culture, including an automobile gallery. Check its site for hours and admission.
San Ramon
Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve (East Bay Regional Park District) ↗6,050 acres of wilderness for hiking and horseback riding. The park says water may be unavailable, so bring your own.
Coming up in Danville
Buzz Session: Meals on Wheels Diablo Region
When: Tue, Oct 20 · 10:00 AM
115 East Prospect Avenue, Danville, CA 94526 · Danville, Tri-Valley
M.F. Hamlin book discussion and signing: Skinny Dipping at Low Tide
When: Tue, Oct 20 · 1:30 PM
Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History · Danville, Tri-Valley
Family Story Hour
When: Wed, Oct 21 · 11:15 AM
Danville Library · Danville, Tri-Valley
Unity Day
When: Wed, Oct 21 · 2:00 PM
420 Front Street, Danville, CA 94526 · Danville, Tri-Valley
Spooktacular Celebration
When: Thu, Oct 22 · 4:00 PM
3005 Stone Valley Road, Danville, CA 94526 · Danville, Tri-Valley
Flannel & Foliage: An Autumn Weekend in Danville
When: Fri, Oct 23
Hartz & Prospect Avenues, Danville, CA 94526 · Danville, Tri-Valley
Walk-tober: A 5K Walk for Your Health
When: Fri, Oct 23 · 10:30 AM
816 Brookside Drive, Danville, CA 94526 · Danville, Tri-Valley
Flannel & Foliage Reading Challenge
When: Fri, Oct 23 · 1:00 PM
Danville Library · Danville, Tri-Valley
Paranormal Investigation of the Sutherlin Mansion by the Heritage Hunters
When: Fri, Oct 23 · 2:00 PM
Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History · Danville, Tri-Valley
Art Fun with Ms. Debbie: Haunting Howl-o-ween
When: Fri, Oct 23 · 3:45 PM
1025 La Gonda Way, Danville, CA 94526 · Danville, Tri-Valley
Friends of the Danville Library Book Sale
When: Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AM
Danville Library · Danville, Tri-Valley
Flannel & Foliage Reading Challenge
When: Sat, Oct 24 · 1:00 PM
Danville Library · Danville, Tri-Valley
More ideas: Livermore · Pleasanton · With kids · Rainy day · Free · Outdoors
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