College Park Dads

Our Events

PandaFest 2026

April 24, 2026

Our biggest event of the year is back! Join us for an epic day of food, games, live performances, and family fun at College Park Elementary. Bring the whole family — everyone is welcome.

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Night Market

Coming Soon

An evening market experience bringing the community together with food vendors, crafts, games, and live entertainment. One of our most beloved traditions for College Park families.

Movie Night

Coming Soon

Families gather for a movie screening right at school. Bring your blankets, grab some popcorn, and enjoy a Friday evening with friends and neighbors.

Poker Night

Dads Only

Dads-only night out. Cards, conversation, and catching up. No kids, no agenda — just dads being dads. All skill levels welcome.

Panda Parties

Throughout the Year

Hosted parties and gatherings that bring College Park families together. Game nights to cooking classes to park days. Something for everyone.

Our Leadership

MW

President

Leads the Dads group, coordinates with school & PTA

JT

Vice President

Supports the president, steps in to lead events

SK

Treasurer

Manages finances, event budgets, and fundraising

RL

Events Chair

Organizes PandaFest, Night Market, Movie Night & more

DP

Communications

Keeps everyone in the loop — emails, social, outreach

CH

Volunteer Coordinator

Matches dads with volunteer opportunities

About Us

We're a volunteer organization of fathers and guardians dedicated to supporting College Park Elementary School in San Mateo, California. We bring dads together to build community, support our kids' education, and create events that bring families closer.

Every event we host, every volunteer opportunity we create, and every connection we make is rooted in one simple belief: when dads show up, families thrive. Our mission is to make College Park Elementary an even more vibrant, connected, and supported place for every child and family.

Dads who show up.