MILL VALLEY, CA – The Performing Arts Academy of Marin (PAAM), located behind Strawberry Village, invites families to celebrate the season at its Fourth Annual Pumpkin Bash on Saturday, October 25 from 3:00–5:00pm. Guests of all ages are encouraged to dress in costume and enjoy the free event providing complimentary trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, carnival games, and a bounce house, along with live performances by the PAAM Dance Squad!
“Pumpkin Bash has quickly become one of PAAM’s most cherished traditions, and it is a delight to welcome our community once again!” said Annie Leese, CEO of PAAM and Mill Valley resident. “Each year, we strive to expand the experience with both returning favorites and new activities and opportunities to connect with families. We are thrilled to partner with Strawberry Village and encourage everyone to come early for DogtoberFest and stay late for fun over in the center. PAAM is looking forward to an afternoon full of music, movement, pumpkins, games, treats, joy and festive fun!”
Founded in a genuine love for the performing arts, PAAM provides comprehensive training in theater arts and dance as well as additional offerings including Youth Musicals, dance teams through our BAYPAC program, and Summer Camps. Students receive superior training, expand their boundaries, gain valuable skills – all while building friendships and memories. PAAM equips young artists with a well-rounded arts education and the confidence to take on whatever path they choose.
WHERE:
Performing Arts Academy of Marin
60 Belvedere Drive
Mill Valley, CA 94941
WHEN:
Saturday October 25th, 2025, 3:00 – 5:00pm
Founded in a genuine love for the performing arts, PAAM provides comprehensive training in theater arts and dance as well as additional offerings including Youth Musicals, dance teams through our BAYPAC program, and Summer Camps. Students receive superior training, expand their boundaries, gain valuable skills – all while building friendships and memories. PAAM equips young artists with a well-rounded arts education and the confidence to take on whatever path they choose.
The event marks the latest chapter in the nearly 15 years since Annie Thistle launched her Performing Arts Academy of Marin (PAAM) in her living room, a journey that took her from the Community Church of Mill Valley in 2009, then in the Alto Plaza shopping center in early 2010, and then to the 2,800-square-foot storefront space above Balboa Cafe at Mill Creek Plaza.
In late 2015, as they juggled multiple venues to accommodate their growth, they moved PAAM to a 6,000-square-foot space at 60 Belvedere Drive in Strawberry, just behind the Strawberry Village shopping center.
