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Berkeley's Himalayan Fair.
Himalayan art, music, dance and food. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. May 29, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. May 30. Live Oak Park, 1300 Shattuck Ave. $5, free children 12 and younger. Visit himalayanfair.net.

Olson's Cherry Festival.
Games, contests, tours, face painting, cherry tasting, cooking demonstrations and prizes. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. May 29-30. New Cherry Stand, West El Camino Real and Mathilda Street, Sunnyvale. Free admission. 1-800-738-2464, cjolsoncherries.com.

Civil War Battles and Encampment.
29th annual. Visit encampments of Union and Confederate soldiers and witness historic battles. Be advised that occasional loud cannon and gunfire may be heard as part of the re-enactment activities during the day. It is not advisable to bring dogs to this event. Contact the camp for schedules. May 29-30. Roaring Camp and Big Trees Railroad, 5355 Graham Hill Road, Felton. 831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.com.

Mushroom Mardi Gras.
Music, food and beverages, children's activities, arts and crafts. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. May 29 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 30. Morgan Hill Community Center grounds and Depot Street, between Dunne and Third. 408-778-1786, www.mhmushroommardigras.com.

Paramount's Great America Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks.
The park celebrates Memorial Day Weekend and kicks off the start of summer with a fireworks beginning at 9:45 p.m. May 30. Park opens at 10 a.m. $36- $46. 4701 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara. 408-988-1776, www.cagreatamerica.com.

San Francisco Carnaval.
Food, music, dance, arts and crafts. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 29-30. Parade begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday on Bryant and 24th streets. Harrison Street, between 16th and 22nd streets. 415-642-1748, www.sfcarnaval.com.

San Ramon Art and Wind Festival.
More than 200 arts and crafts vendors, entertainment on three stages, helicopter landings, kite-making workshops, kids activities and a hot-air balloon launch (6 a.m. May 31). 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 30-31. San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. Free admission. 925-973-3200, www.artandwind.com.

Santa Cruz Blues Festival.
Performances by Ben Harper, Buddy Guy, Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi, Taj Mahal and Was (Not Was). Additionally, there will be food and children's activities. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. May 29-30. Aptos Village Park, Soquel Drive, near State Park Drive. $75- $110. 831-479-9814, www.santacruzbluesfestival.com. June 3-9

Arts, Crafts & Music Festival.
The event will feature pottery, leatherwork, wood crafts, stained glass, dolls, food and entertainment. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. June 5-6. Casa de Sweets Pavilion, Casa de Fruta Country Park, 6680 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister. 1-800-548-3813, www.casadefruta.com/events.aspx.

B.O.K. Ranch Western Day.
Sheep and duck herding, dog agility trials, children's games, student horseback riding demonstration, music and barbecue lunch. Noon-5 p.m. June 7. 1815 Cordilleras Road, Redwood City. $45, free ages 12 and younger. 650-366-2265, www.bokranch.com.

Cannery Row Block Party.
Children's games, food, music and entertainment. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 6. Cannery Row, Monterey. Free admission. Visit www.canneryrow.com.

Chocolate & Chalk Art Festival.
Prizes awarded for best drawings. Sampling packets 10 for $10. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 5. North Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley. 510-548-5335, www.anotherbullwinkelshow.com/chocolate-chalk-art/chocolate-chalk- art.html.

Foster City Arts and Wine Festival.
Art, crafts, carnival, lagoon cruises, dragon boat rides, food, wine and beer, entertainment. 10 a.m. June 5-6. East Hillsdale and Shell boulevards. Free admission. 650-573-7600, www.fostercitychamber.com.

Goodguys Summer Get-Together.
More than 2,500 hot rods, custom and classic cars and trucks, vendor exhibits, swap meet, entertainment and more. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. June 5 and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. June 6. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. $17, $6 children. $8 parking. 925-838-9876, www.summergettogether.com.

Monterey Beer Festival.
With beverages from more than 60 breweries, music, food. 6-9 p.m. June 4. Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairgrounds Road, Monterey. $30, $25 advance. 831- 373-2843, www.montereybeerfestival.com.

Redwood Mountain Faire.
Event will include music, arts and crafts, children's activities, food and beverages. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 5. Roaring Camp, 5355 Graham Hill Road, Felton. $20- $25, $15-$20 seniors/students, $5 children ages 6-12. 831-338-6570, www.redwoodmountainfaire.com.

San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival.
Twenty-nine companies representing dance traditions from 20 cultures. 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, June 6-28. Theater, Palace of Fine Arts, 3101 Lyon St. $22-$44. 415-392-4400, www.worldartswest.org.

San Jose Greek Festival.
Food, music and dancing, crafts and art displays. 5-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 5 and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. June 6. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 1260 Davis St. $5, children 11 and younger are free. 408-246-2770, www.saintnicholas.org.

San Jose's Music in the Park.
Free outdoor concerts every Thursday beginning at 5:30 p.m. from June 3 through Aug. 27. Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Market and San Carlos streets, San Jose. Free admission; food and drink available for purchase. 408-279-1775, www.sjdowntown.com/Music_in_the_Park.html.

Starlight Cinemas.
Free outdoor movie series. Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. between June 9 and Aug. 25. Call or check website for later dates. San Pedro Square, Post Street and SoFa District, San Jose. Free; bring a lawn chair; refreshments available for purchase. 408-279-1775, www.sjdowntown.com/Starlight_Cinemas.

Sunnyvale Art and Wine Festival.
36th annual. With more than 300 artists, food, wine, local microbrews, classic car show, NASA display, children's area and entertainment. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 5-6. Sunnyvale and Washington avenues, downtown. Free admission. 408-736- 4971, www.svcoc.org.

Sunset Magazine's Celebration Weekend in Menlo Park.
Seminars on gardening, cooking, travel, recreation and home dcor, hands-on projects, food tasting, beer, wine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 5-6. 80 Willow Road. $16, $12 seniors, free ages 12 and younger. 877-499-4637, www.sunset.com/cw.

Union Street Eco-Urban Festival.
Event will feature art, crafts, food and street entertainers. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 5-6. Union and Gough streets, San Francisco. Free admission. 1-800-310- 6563, www.unionstreetfestival.com.

Vasona Vibrations Free Summer Concert Series.
Seventh annual. A family-friendly outdoor series featuring acoustic performances by local artists. 5-7 p.m. Saturdays, June 5-July 31. Vasona Lake County Park, 333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos. Free admission. 408-354-2608, www.SouthBayFolks.org.

Walnut Creek Art and Wine Festival.
More than 200 artists and crafts persons, beer and wine, food, family entertainment. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. June 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 6. Heather Farm Park, North San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek. Free admission. 925-934-2007, www.walnut-creek.com.

Burlingame's Art in the Park.
39th annual. Art, crafts, food, drink, entertainment and children's activities. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. June 12-13. Washington Park, Carolan and Burlingame avenues. Free admission. 650-558-7300, http://burlingamechamber.org.

Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show.
9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 12 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 13. Esplanade and Stockton streets, Capitola. 831-475-6522, www.capitolacarshow.com.

Dia de Portugal Festival.
Food, information, vendors, music, a parade, children's activities. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 12. History Park, 1650 Senter RD., San Jose. Free admission, $6 parking. Visit www.diadeportugalca.org/festival.

Haight-Ashbury Street Fair.
A celebration of the Summer of Love. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 13. Haight and Ashbury streets, San Francisco. Free admission. Visit www.haightashburystreetfair.org.

Novato's Festival of Art, Wine and Music.
26th annual. Some 200 art and crafts vendors, music on two stages, pony rides, petting zoo, train rides, bounce house and more for children. 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. June 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 13. Grant Avenue between Redwood Boulevard and Seventh Street. Free admission. Visit www.novatochamber.com/events.

St. Christopher's Parish Festival and Barbecue.
Art, crafts, games, family activities, silent auction, rummage sale, carnival, food vendors, evening entertainment. 5-10 p.m. June 11, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. June 12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 13. St. Christopher's Parish/School, 2278 Booksin Ave., San Jose. 408-269- 2226, www.stchristopher.net.

San Mateo County Fair.
Carnival rides, livestock and agricultural exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment. Additionally, there will be quilts on display by Peninsula Quilters. June 12-20. San Mateo County Expo Center, 2495 Delaware St., San Mateo. $10, $8 seniors/children, $10 parking. 650-574-3247 or visit www.sanmateocountyfair.com.

Summer Series Music + Market.
Music performances by various artists 5:30-8:30 p.m. each Wednesday from June 16-Sept. 1. Additionally, there will be food booths, and arts and crafts. Murphy Avenue, downtown Sunnyvale. Visit www.sunnyvaledowntown.com for more information.

Alameda County Fair.
Entertainment, contests and food. June 23-July 11. Please visit the Web page for complete information. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. $10, $8 seniors and $6 children. $8 parking. 925-426-7600, www.alamedacountyfair.com.

Jazz on the Plazz.
Free outdoor concerts, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Los Gatos beginning June 23 through Aug. 25. Los Gatos Town Plaza, West Main Street and Santa Cruz Avenue. Free. Visit www.jazzontheplazz.com for a complete schedule.

Juneteenth in the Park.
A celebration of the spirit of African-American independence. Noon-8 p.m. June 19-20. Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Market and San Carlos streets, San Jose. Free admission. 408-292-3157, www.sjaacsa.org.

Left Coast Live.
A celebration of live music in downtown San Jose. June 21-26 at venues through downtown. $16-$30, www.leftcoastlive.com.

Native Contemporary Arts Festival.
With musicians, dancers, artists, community information, food. Noon-3 p.m. June 20. Esplanade Rooftop Garden, Yerba Buena Gardens, Mission Street between Third and Fourth streets, San Francisco. Free admission. 415-543-1718, www.ybgf.org

North Beach Festival.
56th annual. Live music, pizza toss, Italian cuisine, cooking stage, art and crafts. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 19-20. Washington Square Park, Grant Avenue near Columbus Avenue, San Francisco. Free admission. 1-800-310-6563, http://northbeachchamber.com.

Pacheco State Park's Kite Day.
Ninth annual. Everyone flying a kite will receive a souvenir Kite Day button.
Additionally, there will be face-painting, a pie-eating contest and bubble gum- blowing contest. Families are encouraged to bring drinking water as there will be none available at the park. A vendor will have hot dogs and beverages available. Noon-4 p.m.
June 19. 38787 Dinosaur Point Road, Hollister. $5 per vehicle. 1- 800-777-0369, www.parks.ca.gov/events

Palo Alto World Music Day.
Performances by 50 music groups. Genres include jazz, blues, classical, pop, rock and choirs. 3-7:30 p.m. June 20. University Avenue, downtown Palo Alto. Visit www.pamusicday.org.

Santa Cruz Japanese Culture Fair.
Taiko and martial arts performance, raffle, traditional dance, arts and crafts, and food. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. June 19. Mission Plaza, 103 Emmet St. Free. 831- 462-4589, www.jcfsantacruz.com.

Bamboo Park Festival.
Art, music, dance, food and fashion. Noon-8:30 p.m. June 27. Arena Green at Guadalupe River Park, Autumn Street at Santa Clara Street, San Jose. Free admission. 408- 209-8873, www.bamboopark.org

Dancin' on the Avenue.
Food, music, dancing, business booths, art and children's activities. 4-9 p.m. June 26. Lincoln Avenue between Willow and Minnesota, San Jose. Free admission. 408-298- 2100, www.DowntownWillowGlen.org.

Festival in the Park.
More than 130 exhibitors, food court, free kayaking on the lake, a climbing wall, face painting, petting zoo, watermelon eating contest, raffle prizes, and fitness demonstrations. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 26. Hellyer County Park, 985 Hellyer Ave., San Jose. 408-355-2240.

Montclair Village Fine Arts Festival.
35th annual. Showcasing 90 artists from the western part of the country. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 25-26 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 27. Montclair Village Shopping district, Mountain Boulevard and La Salle, Oakland. 209-267-4394, www.pacificfinearts.com.

Monterey Bay Blues Festival.
Performances will include Lenny Williams, Mike Hammar & the Nails, Ruthie Foster, Jesse James, Lattimore, Lydia Pense & Cold Blood, Laurie Morvan Band, Alvon Johnson, Shane Dwight. Noon-8 p.m. June 25-27. Monterey County Fairgrounds, Fairground Road and Casa Verde Way, Monterey. Tickets in advance: $25 or $75 for the full weekend. 831- 394-2652, www.montereyblues.com.

San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade. Performances and EXHIBITIONS! Noon-6 p.m
June 26, 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. June 27. Celebration event held at the Civic Center both days. Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday on Market Street 415-864- 3733, www.sfpride.org.

Fourth of July at the Berkeley Marina.
Food, live entertainment, art and crafts vendors, free sailboat rides 1-4 p.m., dragon boat rides 2-6 p.m. Noon-9:30 p.m. July 4. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. University Avenue. Free admission. 510-548-5335, www.ci.berkeley.ca.us or www.anotherbullwinkelshow.com.

City of Santa Clara Fourth of July All-City Picnic.
Pancake breakfast followed by entertainment and family activities. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. July 4. Central Park, 909 Kiely Blvd. Fireworks 9:30 p.m. 408-615-3140.

Fillmore Jazz Festival.
Bay Area talent, food and cultural presentations. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 3-4. Fillmore Street between and Jackson and Eddy streets, San Francisco. Free admission. 1-800-310- 6563, www.fillmorejazzfestival.com.

Livermore's Old-Fashioned Fourth of July.
Music, family games, food, fireworks with synchronized music. 3-10 p.m. July 4. Robertson Park, Robertson Park Road. $5 per walk-in, $20 per car. 925- 373-5748, www.larpd.dst.ca.us.

Marin County Fair.
Music, food, animals, rides. Additionally, there will be fireworks each night. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. July 1-5. Fairgrounds, Civic Center Drive (off Highway 101), San Rafael. $15, $13 seniors and children, free ages 4 and younger. 415-499-6800, www.marinfair.org.

Morgan Hill Independence Day.
The July 4 event begins at 8 a.m. with five-kilometer walk/run at P.A. Walsh School followed by a parade. There will be a car show immediately following the parade. Entertainment and fireworks viewing will be located at Morgan Hill Community Park. Music begins at 6 p.m., fireworks display when dark. Visit www.mhidi.com.

Richmond's Craneway Pavilion Independence Day Celebration.
Performance by Oakland East Bay Symphony. Additionally, there will be food and beverages, plus fireworks. 6:30 p.m. July 3. 1414 Harbor Way South. 510-215-6000, www.oebs.org/page/july3craneway1.

Roaring Camp Fourth of July Celebration.
Event will feature hula hoop contests, games, live music and barbecue. July 4. Contact the camp for schedules. Roaring Camp and Big Trees Railroad, 5355 Graham Hill Road, Felton. 831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.com.

San Francisco Fourth of July Waterfront Celebration.
Music and viewing of fireworks display over San Francisco Bay. 1- 9:30 p.m. July 4. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Pier 39, Beach Street and the Embarcadero. Free admission. 415-705-5500, www.pier39.com.

San Francisco Symphony Fourth of July Celebration.
Fireworks show and raffle, set to patriotic songs, marches and narrations. Symphony performance 8 p.m. July 4. Shoreline Amphitheatre,1 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View. 415-864-6000, www.Livenation.com.

San Jose Giants Fireworks Extravaganza.
Immediately following the baseball games July 2-3. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.
Additionally, fireworks sponsored by Comcast will follow a July Fourth concert that will feature Chris Cagle and Ash Bowers. Performance begins at 7 p.m. and the fireworks will follow at 9:30 p.m. Fee is $15 in advance, $20 day of event. Municipal Stadium, Senter and East Alma streets, San Jose. 408-297-1435. Visit www.sjgiants.com for more information.

Star Spangled Spectacular.
Performances by San Ramon Symphonic Band, David Martin's House Party band and an amazing firework show choreographed to music played on KKIQ-FM (101.7). 5-10 p.m. July 4. San Ramon Central Park, Bollinger Canyon Road and Alcosta Boulevard. 925-973- 3200, www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/Parks/events.

USS Hornet Museum Independence Day.
Live music on the flight deck, interactive games for all ages, prizes and a bounce house for kids. Tours of the famous aircraft carrier will be available throughout the day.
Fireworks from other Bay Area events can be viewed on deck. 1-9 p.m. July 4. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. 707 W. Hornet Avenue, Pier 3 in Alameda. $20-$25, $10 children. 510-521-8448, ext. 282, or visit www.uss- hornet.org/calendar/4thjuly.

Hot San Jose Nights.
Classic automobiles on display, live music, Elvis impersonator Rick Torres, food, go- carts, casino and drawings. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. July 9, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. July 10 and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. July 11. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose. $10, free for children. 408-615-1454, www.hotsanjosenights.com.

Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival.
31st annual. Fine art, entertainment, food and beverages. 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. July 10- 11. Main and State streets, Los Altos. 650-949-5282, www.losaltos- downtown.org.

Palo Alto Clay & Glass Festival.
18th annual. More than 180 artists showing their work. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 10-11. Palo Art Center, 1313 Newell Rd., Palo Alto. For more information: www.acga.net.

Sunnyvale's Jazz & Beyond.
Music performances by various artists 5:30-8:30 p.m. each Saturday from July 10- Aug. 28. Additionally, there will be food booths, and arts and crafts. Murphy Avenue, downtown Sunnyvale. Visit www.sunnyvaledowntown.com for more information.July 15-21 Avenue, near Third and Railway streets, Campbell. Free admission. 408- 374-5200.

Connoisseurs' Marketplace.
24th annual. Arts and crafts, music, food, beverages, car show and kids activities. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 17-18. Santa Cruz Avenue, between El Camino Real and Johnson Street, Menlo Park. Free admission. 650-325-2818, www.miramarevents.com/marketplace/index.html.

Gilroy Garlic Festival.
With food, cooking demonstrations, wine, beer, more than 100 art vendors, music and entertainment. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 23-25. Christmas Hill Park, Miller Avenue and Santa Teresa Boulevard. $17, $8 seniors and ages 6-12. 408-842-1625, www.gilroygarlicfestival.com.

Redwood City PAL Blues and Arts Festival.
July 23-24. Performance times for each day to be determined. Additionally, there will be food and beverages, a raffle and children's entertainment. Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway St., Redwood City. Free admission. 650-556-1650, www.palbluesfesival.com.

Monterey Bay Strawberry Festival.
Food, carnival rides, entertainment and various strawberry treats. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 31 and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 1. Ramsay Park, 1255 Main St., Watsonville. Free admission. 831-406-7072, www.mbsf.com.

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Aloha Festival.
Hula, Polynesian dance performances, music, Hawaiian art and souvenirs, food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 7-8. The Presidio, Lincoln Boulevard and Presidio Boulevard, San Francisco. www.pica-org.org.

Burlingame Art & Jazz Festival.
Music, art and crafts, gourmet food, children's area. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 7-8. Burlingame Avenue near the Burlingame Train Station. 650-344-1735, http://burlingamechamber.org.

Cabrillo Food Art & Wine Festival.
In association with the Cabrillo Festival of New Music. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 7-8. Outside Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 Church St. Free admission. 831-426-6966, www.cabrillomusic.org.

Los Gatos Fiesta de Artes.
Music, art, crafts, food and wine. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 7-8. Los Gatos Town Civic Center, 100 E. Main St. Free admission. Visit www.lgfiesta.org.

Big Bands & BBQ.
Music, entertainment, food and beverages. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 17. Campbell

San Francisco Theater Festival.
Short performances on multiple stages by more than 50 theater companies and solo artists. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 8. Yerba Buena Gardens, 700 Howard St., San Francisco. 415- 291-8655, www.sftheaterfestival.org
Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose. Visit the Web site for more information. Visit www.thefair.org.
Aug. 12-18 Santa Clara County Fair. Carnival rides, performances, food and children's activities. Aug. 5-8.

AT&T San Jose Jazz Festival.
Music and various entertainment, food and children's activities. Aug. 13-15. Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, Market Street and Park Avenue. $15, free for children 12 and younger. 408-288-7557, www.sanjosejazz.org.

Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival.
Aug. 13-15. Bolado Park, near Bolado Road and Airline Highway, Hollister. 831- 336-2185, www.scbs.org/events/gof.

Outside Lands.
Wine, food and a whole lot of top-name music. Aug. 14-15. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. Performers and ticket prices are still to be announced. For more information, visit www.sfoutsidelands.com.

Pistahan.
Filipino American Arts Exposition. Music, dance, art, crafts, food, artifacts, trade expo. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 14-15. Yerba Buena Gardens, 700 Howard St., San Francisco. Free admission. 415-543-1718, www.ybgf.org.

Art and Soul Festival in Oakland.
Eighth annual. Music, food and art. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 21-22. Frank Ogawa Plaza, 14th Street and Broadway. $10, $5 seniors and ages 13-18, free ages 12 and younger. 510-444-2489, www.artandsouloakland.com.

Assyrian Food Festival.
18th annual. Pastries, live music, dancing, arts and crafts and kids activities. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 21-22. Assyrian Church of the East, 680 Minnesota Ave., San Jose. 408- 314-6451, www.assyrianfest.com.

North Fair Oaks Community Festival.
Parade begins at 11 a.m. Following the parade will be entertainment, food, exhibits and kids activities. Benefits the San Mateo County Sheriff's Youth Program Fund. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 22. Middlefield between First and Fifth avenues, Redwood City. Free admission. 650-368-2497, www.northfairoaksfestival.org

San Jose Pride.
A celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender diversity, with entertainment on two stages, outdoor dance club, country-western dance stage, strolling performers, food court. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 21-22. Discovery Meadow, West San Carlos Street and Woz Way. 831-338-2578, www.sanjosepride.com.

Italian Family Festa.
30th annual. Art, crafts, entertainment, food, children's activities. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 28, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 29. A parade kicks off the festival. North Autumn Street, between Julian and Santa Clara Street, San Jose. 408-293-7122, http://iahfsj.org.

Palo Alto Festival of the Arts.
Art, music, food and beverages. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 28-29. University Avenue, between High and Webster streets. Free admission. 650-324-3121, www.mlaproductions.com.

Monterey County Fair.
With horse shows and races, carnival rides, entertainment. Sept. 1-6. Fairground Road and Casa Verde Way, Monterey. Price of admission to be determined. 831-372- 5863, www.montereycountyfair.com.

Arts, Crafts & Music Festival.
The event will feature pottery, leatherwork, wood crafts, stained glass, dolls, food and entertainment. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 4-6. Casa de Sweets Pavilion, Casa de Fruta Country Park, 6680 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister. 1-800-548-3813, www.casadefruta.com/events.aspx.

Millbrae Art and Wine Festival.
Music, fine art, crafts, juggling, magic, fun and games for children, food, wine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 4-5. Broadway between Victoria and Meadow Glen. Free admission. 650-697-7324, www.miramarevents.com.

Sausalito Art Festival.
Preview begins 6 p.m. Sept. 3. Festival: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 4-5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 6. Army Corps of Engineers Bay Model Visitor Center and Marinship Park. $20, $10 ages 62 and older, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger; free shuttle bus for ticket holders linking downtown parking lots, festival gate and Sausalito ferry landing, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. 415-331-3757, www.sausalitoartfestival.org.

Scottish Highland Gathering & Games.
145th annual. Games and entertainment, 30 pipe bands, dancers, Celtic music, food and beverages, and children's activities. 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sept. 4-5. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. $18, $12 youths, free for those under 12.