From food and film to art, music and nature, here’s an epic sampling of ways to have some Bay Area fun this spring and beyond.
NAPA, CALIFORNIA – May 27, People walk through a shaded area during the BottleRock Napa Valley Music Festival on Saturday. From food and film to art, music and nature, here’s an epic sampling of ways to have some Bay Area fun this spring and beyond.
Now through 2026, San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. The Cow Palace has been an important part of Bay Area history for more than 83 years. Now, the San Mateo County Historical Association will be preserving, celebrating and sharing this history with a new exhibit exploring the landmark are its many events. $0 to $6.March 14-17, Cameo Cinema, 1340 Main St., St. Helena. This festival brings together audiences, filmmakers, chefs and winemakers for a celebration of culinary, wine-centric and agriculture films from around the world with epicurean screenings, food and wine experiences and filmmaker Q&As. $20 to $25 per event. March 14-17, Embassy Suites, 101 McInnis Parkway, San Rafael. Swing into spring with a casual event where attendees can try out new swing skills in a pressure-free atmosphere while enjoying the expertise of all-star level competitors, instructors, judges and DJs. $0 to $179. March 14-24, various Oakland venues. This 10-day showcase explores Oakland’s diverse culture and cuisine with specially curated menus from local food establishments ranging from neighborhood gems and food trucks to upscale restaurants. Prices vary.Runners race through downtown Oakland during previous Oakland Running Festival. Thousands of runners took part in races that included a full marathon through the city of Oakland. March 15-17, Oakland venues. Nationally recognized as one of the country’s best running festivals, this three-day series offers distance running for all skill levels, as well as other events featuring food, drinks and fun activities. Register at 3 p.m. March 17, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa. ‘Dancing with the Stars’ is back to heat up this winter with an all-new stage show featuring your favorite professional dancers from the hit television series performing glittering new numbers, as well as some unbelievable showstoppers from Season 32. $59 to $575. March 21-23, SF Airport Marriott Waterfront, 1800 Old Bayshore Hwy., Burlingame. Celebrating samba — the dance, not the condiment — the 14th annual festival offers a weekend of world-class performances, dancing, competition and workshops with top salsa instructors. $20 to $170. March 21-24, Gateway Pavilion, 2 Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Meet more than 100 artists and browse their works at the new Gateway Pavilion. Experience live art, groove to the music, sip cocktails and enjoy all SF’s favorite independent artist fair has to offer. $20 to $68. 6 to 9 p.m. March 22, Downtown Alameda. Enjoy an evening filled with food, drinks and local charm, plus the opportunity to learn about the unique styles of Northern California distillers and local chefs. Sip your way through Alameda’s historic downtown district while tasting premium Northern California whiskeys served neat and paired with yummy bites at select locations. $55 to $75. March 22-24, Sonoma County Event Center, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa. This celebration brings together lively experts and presenters from the artisan cheese world to promote awareness and enjoyment of those delicious products. Enjoy tours, tastings, seminars, a cheese crawl and an artisan marketplace. $25 to $175. 1 p.m. March 23, Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. Louis Pearl has thrilled audiences around the world for more than 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. Pearl explores the dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. $15 to $30.2 to 6 p.m. March 23, Côte West, 2102 Dennison St., Oakland. This event celebrates a diverse community of local artists, artisans and craftspeople. Enjoy craft vendors, live music and wine flights. Free admission. 5 to 7 p.m. March 23, Fairfield Community Center, 1000 Kentucky St., Fairfield. Join the Rotary Club of Cordelia for a Derby Extravaganza including exciting activities, games, food, entertainment and other fun festivities. $50 to $60. 6 to 8:30 p.m. March 23, CIA at Greystone, 2555 Main St., St. Helena. Appellation St. Helena invites guests to its 13th annual bASH, a wine and food pairing competition. Wines from 20 ASH member wineries will be paired with savory bites prepared by professional chefs and teams of ‘rising star’ students at the CIA. $200. 7:30 p.m. March 23, Presbyterian Church of Berkeley, 2407 Dana St., Berkeley. Enjoy the enchantment of musical storytelling as the Berkeley Symphony presents a captivating concert of Mendelssohn’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” capturing the essence of one of Shakespeare’s most revered comedies. $40. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 24, Cline Family Cellars, 24737 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. Step out for a behind-the-scenes vineyard hike up Cline Family Cellars’ Hat Strap Hill. Take in the crisp March air, peek at early signs of budbreak, and learn about the farming practices the Cline Family has carried on from generation to generation. A breathtaking view, estate wine tasting, and light bites await at the top. $45. 5 p.m. March 24, The Venetian Room, The Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason St., San Francisco. What do Tina Turner, The Supremes and Louis Armstrong have in common? For decades, the Venetian Room hosted household names like theirs. Enjoy a Bay Area Cabaret production honoring that legacy and, featuring six-time Tony award-winner Lachanze and Grammy award-winner Jamie Davis. $30 to $75. March 23-24, History San Jose, 1650 Senter Road, San Jose. Eat. Sip. Repeat! This event features unlimited taco and beer tastings from dozens of restaurants and breweries, plus live music, boutique vendors, games and entertainment. $49 to $109. 7 to 9 p.m. March 30, Alhambra Irish House, 831 Main St., Redwood City. Enjoy a five course meal and a glass of wine while watching as award-winning artist Perry D’Andrea pays tribute to one of the most iconic members of the Rat Pack. $55. 7:30 p.m. April 5, Danville Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. Best-selling crime novelist Michael Connelly engages in conversation with his long-time collaborator, legendary former LAPD homicide detective Rick Jackson, about murder investigations and the real-life Southland mysteries of Connelly’s “Lincoln Lawyer” and “Harry Bosch” series. $95. April 5, Aug. 2 and Nov. 1, Town Hall Theatre, 3535 School St., Lafayette. Front Porch Open Mic continues its partnership with Town Hall Theatre to present a folk music festival series featuring acoustic musicians and performers. $15 to $20. 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. April 6, Stanford ACSR, 341 Galvez St., Stanford. Step out for a ballroom and Latin dance competition featuring competitive events in international standard and Latin, American smooth and rhythm, and nightclub dances. There also will be performances, a team match and other fun events throughout the day. $5 to $50. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 13, History Park, 635 Phelan Ave., San Jose. Join this annual celebration of printmaking, book arts and letterpress printing. The fair features a wide range of activities, book artists, letterpress printers, live demonstrations and a marketplace with more than 40 vendors. Free admission. 6 to 10 p.m. April 13, Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland. Fairyland invites adults for an Alice in Wonderland immersive experience filled with fantasy, dance, games, live entertainment and special libations including the March Hare’s Madness cocktail. $35.Hopkins Marine Station Ph.D. candidate Ben Burford shows the beak of a Humboldt squid to Litchi Li, 9, left, and Arthur Ventrice, 4, during a previous Whalefest Monterey event at the base of Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 13-14, Old Fisherman’s Wharf and the Custom House Plaza, Monterey State Historic Park. This festival features engaging and educational activities for all ages, including live music, a symposium and dozens of fascinating marine-related interactive exhibits by local and national organizations. Free admission. April 13-21, Japantown, San Francisco. Enjoy the largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West Coast. Each year, more than 220,000 people attend this dazzling display showcasing vibrant Japanese culture and the rich heritage and diversity of the Japanese American community. Free admission.7 to 9 p.m. April 14, The Local Butcher Shop, 1600 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. Learn how to make sausages with The Local Butcher Shop’s sausage makers. From grinding and mixing to recipes, proportions and casings, you’ll become a sausage pro in no time. $135. 8 to 9:30 p.m. April 19, SFJAZZ, 201 Franklin St., San Francisco. Humanity may be toast, but we can still go out with a laugh. Enjoy a comedy show where renegade tech comedians will roast whimpering techies on stage in front of a live crowd. $44 to $129. 1 to 4 p.m. April 27-28, Southside Park, 2115 Sixth St., Sacramento. This annual festival pairs grilled cheese with everything from craft beer to kids fare, so there’s fun for everyone. Enjoy unlimited samples while sipping from your souvenir tasting glass, playing games and enjoying live music. $10 to $95. May 3-5, Discovery Park, downtown Sacramento. Enjoy music performances by some of the most sought-after R&B, soul and hip-hop acts, plus family-friendly activities, wellness experiences, immersive art activations and local vendors. $249 to $449. May 10-12 at Sacramento’s Cal Expo and May 24-26 at San Francisco’s Cow Palace. FoodieLand is a renowned outdoor festival featuring food, shopping, games and live entertainment. This year’s edition promises more than 185 food and retail vendors. $0 to $7. 12 to 10 p.m. May 11, 2 Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Head for Fort Mason to try the best beer in town, all under the same roof. Enjoy a vast selection of specially curated beers set to an absolutely jamming soundtrack. $45 to $65. May 24-26, Napa Valley Expo, 575 Third St., Napa. This annual Wine Country music festival features a fabulous lineup of live entertainment from nationally known artists, singers and bands, as well as gourmet food, wine and beer stalls and a culinary stage. $233. May 25-26, San Francisco venues. The 46th edition of this annual multicultural celebration and parade will feature a rich assortment of food, music, dance, arts and crafts, games and live entertainment for all ages to enjoy. 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