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Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series |
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Join us for an exciting Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series, Friday evenings July 11 through August 15! All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. or dark. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the show.
Plus, enter to win a VIP Upgrade! You could be our lucky winner of a VIP movie experience for your family, complete with comfy chairs, a delicious snack pack with popcorn and candy, and refreshing drinks – all setup and waiting for you! Enter to win at the Information Booth from 7:30 - 8:20 p.m. each night of the series. One entry per family. The winning family will be announced at 8:25 p.m.
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Friday, July 11 @ Cuesta Park - Inside Out 2
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Friday, July 18 @ Sylvan Park - Transformers One
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Friday, July 25 @ Stevenson Park - Despicable Me 4
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Friday, August 1 @ Whisman Park - Moana 2
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Friday, August 8 @ Eagle Park - Paddington in Peru
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Don't Miss the Final KidStock of the Summer! |
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Join us Saturday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Civic Center Plaza in Downtown Mountain View for a fun-filled morning of music, games, crafts, and kid-friendly activities.
Enjoy a live performance by the Banana Slug String Band, a family favorite known for their engaging, educational songs—and don’t miss the balloon artist creating fun shapes and designs for kids of all ages!
This is your last chance to experience this free summer series that’s all about fun for the whole family.
For more information, visit MountianView.gov/KidStock.
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Concerts on the Plaza - July Performances |
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The Concerts on the Plaza music series continue for the month of July. Concerts will be held Friday evenings (except July 4), from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro Street. Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow music lovers for nights packed with fun, food and dancing.
July Performance Schedule:
The full summer line up can be found at Concerts on the Plaza.
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Music on Castro - July Performances |
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The 2025 Music on Castro continues at Downtown Mountain View from April to October, featuring live performances on Wednesdays from 5 to 6:45 p.m. Enjoy a dynamic lineup of local and regional talent while exploring Downtown shops and dining. Make it a midweek tradition and experience the perfect blend of music, community, and fun!
July Performance Schedule:
To view the full list of performers, visit MountainView.gov/MusicOnCastro.
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Preschool Registration Now Open
2025-2026 School Year
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Our creative, play-based preschool programs have been designed to meet the developmental needs of the “whole child.” The curriculum centers on the vital social opportunities children need to grow emotionally, cognitively, and kinesthetically. We have three different programs to choose from. Children must be potty-trained (no children in diapers or potty-training diapers).
Tot Time Preschool 2025-2026
Dates: Sept. 2, 2025 - May 28, 2026
Times: Tue. & Thu., 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 3-4 years old
Nature PlaySchool Preschool 2025-2026
Dates: Sept. 2, 2025 - May 28, 2026
Times: Tues., Wed., Thu., 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Ages: 3-5 years old
PlaySchool Preschool 2025-2026
Dates: Sept. 3, 2025 - May 2, 2026
Times: Mon., Wed. Fri., 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 4-5 years old
Location: Mountain View Community Center
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Preschool.
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Teen Scene - What's new in July? |
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Summer is in full swing, and the Teen Center has got a fantastic lineup of programs and drop-in activities designed for the month of July! Whether you're looking to learn something new, get creative, or just hang out with friends, there's something for everyone. Check out all the exciting opportunities below.
July Drop-In Highlights
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Wednesday, July 2 - Air Dry Pottery
- Wednesday, July 9 - Movie Theatre Day - Transformers One
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Friday, July 11 - 7-Eleven Slurpee Day (Walking Trip leaves at 2 p.m.)
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Tuesday, July 22 - Staff vs. Teens Water Balloons
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Wednesday, July 23 - Make Your Own Ice Cream
- Wednesday, July 30 - Movie Theatre Day - The Legend of Ochi
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Makerspace Workshop: DIY Curtain Beads
Date: Tuesday, July 15
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave.
Transform your room with sparkle and shine! In this fun and interactive workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of beadwork to design and assemble your own dazzling curtain accents. Whether you want a full beaded curtain or just some subtle embellishments for your existing drapes, we'll provide all the materials and guidance to make your vision a reality.
AfterHours: Beach Blast
Date: Friday, July 25
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave.
Get ready for a water-filled adventure at our Beach Blast! Cool off with water balloons and a slip-and-slide, get creative with foam sidewalk paint, and enjoy beach-inspired snacks and drinks!
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Senior Programs (Ages 55+) |
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Upcoming July Workshops
All workshops will take place at 1 p.m., unless otherwise noted, in the Social Hall at the Senior Center.
Thursday, July 3
Scenic Beach Painting with CARES
Thursday, July 17
Staying Safe from Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Spread
Thursday, July 24
Getting Beyond the Small Talk: Meaningful Conversations with Older Adult
Thursday, July 31
Bloom Where You Are – Pressed Flower Bookmark Workshop
To sign-up for an upcoming workshop, call the Senior Center at 650-903-6330, stop by the Front Desk or email senior.center@mountainview.gov.
For more information about the workshops, visit MountainView.gov/Seniors.
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Ice Cream Social
Date: Wednesday, July 9
Time: 12 - 1 p.m.
Location: Senior Center - Courtyard
Join us for a sweet treat! Perfect way to cool off with us this summer as we celebrate the start of our Ice Cream Social Series. 55+ welcome.
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Seniors.
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Rengstorff Park Dual-Striped Courts – New Hours of Play
Beginning Monday, July 7, there will be new dual court hours at Rengstorff Park. City staff worked closely with Mountain View Tennis, Mountain View Pickleball Club and Mountain View Tennis Club and reviewed historic and anticipated future use to develop the following schedule:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., 6 – 8 p.m., 8 – 9 p.m.*
- Wednesday & Friday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (except on Mountain View Tennis Club tournament dates)
- Sunday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 6 – 8 p.m., 8 – 9 p.m.*
*8:00 – 9:00 p.m. is reserved for first-come, first-served use and will be operated as a pilot program. City staff will continue to evaluate its effectiveness.
Hours not listed above are dedicated to tennis. Pickleball play on dual-striped courts is only allowed during the times listed above. Playing outside of these designated hours is not permitted.
For more information, visit Mountain View Pickleball.
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Fall Adult Softball League
Registration for the Fall season of the Adult Softball League is now open. There are four divisions available.
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CO-ED Intermediate – Monday nights
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CO-ED Recreation – Tuesday nights
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Men’s C/D – Wednesday nights
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Men’s D – Thursday nights
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Aquatics: Poolside Updates |
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 Recreation Swim Hours
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Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center (2073 Crisanto Avenue)
- June 16 - August 8, 2025
- Weekdays: Open 2:30 - 5 p.m.
- Weekends: Open 1:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- August 9 - October 19, 2025
- Weekends: Open 1:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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Eagle Park Pool (650 Franklin Street)
- June 16 - August 8, 2025
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Weekdays: Open 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Friday Night Swim
Join us from 5 - 7 p.m. at Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center for an after-hours twist on Rec Swim with music, themed decorations, activities, and extended pool time.
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Friday, July 11 - Theme: Western
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Friday, July 18 - Theme: Decades
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Friday, July 25 - Theme: Jungle
These events are drop-in only. Recreation Swim fees apply.
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/RecSwim.
Holiday Hours
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Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center
- Independence Day - Friday, July 4
- Time: 1:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- Eagle Park Pool - Closed
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