Today — Saturday, May 9
Bodega Bay Fishermens Festival
The blessing of the fleet, a rubber ducky race, and a boat parade through Bodega Harbor. One of Sonoma Coast's most charming annual traditio…
Modesto Graffiti Summer Cruise Night
The inspiration for American Graffiti is a car culture mecca all summer. Saturday night cruise nights bring 1,000+ classic cars rolling down…
Tahoe Gravel Bike Race & Festival
150 miles of Sierra gravel with 12,000 feet of climbing and views that make the suffering worth it. Race or join the Gran Fondo. Festival vi…
This Weekend — Saturday, May 16
Maker Faire Bay Area 2026
The greatest show and tell on Earth returns to San Mateo Event Center. Robots, rockets, fire art, and 800+ makers from around the world. Kid…
Fort Bragg Whale Festival
Celebrate gray whale migration season with whale-watching boats, chowder cook-offs, microbrewery tastings, and arts & crafts along the Noyo …
Stockton Asparagus Festival
One of California's most beloved food festivals celebrates the San Joaquin Delta's prized crop. Asparagus in every form: deep-fried, grilled…
Saturday, May 23
Humboldt Kinetic Grand Championship
The world's most spectacular human-powered sculpture race. 100+ eccentric machines travel 42 miles from Arcata to Ferndale over three days. …
Redding Rodeo
One of California's largest professional rodeos. Five nights of championship rodeo action at the Shasta District Fairgrounds — bull riding, …
San Jose Jazz Summer Fest
Downtown San Jose fills with world-class jazz across multiple outdoor stages. Free to attend most performances, with ticketed premium seatin…
Sausalito Art Festival
California's premier waterfront art festival. 250 juried artists, live music, and incredible views of the bay. Considered one of the top fin…
Saturday, May 30
Chico World Music Festival
Three days of global music on the Chico State campus grounds. Acts from Latin America, West Africa, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East perf…
Tahoe City Paddlefest
The premiere paddling event on the lake. Demo the latest kayaks and SUPs, take guided tours, watch demos, and drink craft beer on the common…
Saturday, June 13
Fresno Rogue Festival
Independent theater festival showcasing 50+ performers from around the world in unconventional spaces throughout downtown Fresno. The anti-m…
Incline Village Lakefront Art & Wine
Juried fine art, sculpture, and photography from 80+ artists, paired with Nevada and California wines. Set on a grassy bluff above the clear…
Saturday, June 20
Sacramento Farm-to-Fork Festival
America's Farm-to-Fork Capital throws its biggest annual food celebration on the Tower Bridge. Chefs from 60+ restaurants cook in the open a…
Dunsmuir Railroad Days
Dunsmuir's historic railroad heritage comes alive with a vintage train parade, art show, live bands, food vendors, and kids' activities in t…