South Bay and Peninsula
July 10
Lasers — Bad Bunny: Watch a vibrant laser light show featuring famous hit tunes from Puerto Rican sensation Bad Bunny. Tickets start at $12. 6 p.m., The Tech Interactive, 201 S. Market St., San Jose. bit.ly/4aVpjgY
2026 #LatinaGeeks Day Celebration — Silicon Valley: Join this annual event that connects students, professionals and entrepreneurs to celebrate the history, contributions and impact of Latinas in technology. Meet new people, enjoy food and music in this celebration. The event is open to #LatinaGeeks members, allies and supporters. Registration needed. 5 p.m., Northeastern University, 4 N. Second St., 10th floor, San Jose. bit.ly/4gdVbAW
Opening Celebration — “A Small Ocean Swallowed”: Join this opening celebration of this new exhibition featuring six artists whose work focuses on water being a model of interconnectivity and nourishment. 6 p.m., San José Museum of Art, 110 S. Market St., San José. bit.ly/4fbLiCM
July 11
Disney’s “Newsies” — CMT Rising Stars: Set in New York City, “Newsies” is the story of Jack Kelly, a newsboy and leader of a teenage band called “newsies.” When a publishing company raises distribution prices, Jack gathers newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions his friends face. 2 p.m., Montgomery Theater, 271 S. Market St., San Jose. bit.ly/4vCsW3z
Donnell Rawlings: Laugh out loud with comedian, actor and podcaster Donnell Rawlings who is currently on his Black & Mild tour. Rawlings has solidified his reputation as a comedy heavyweight since the release of his Netflix special “A New Day,” produced by Dave Chappelle. Tickets start at $37.17. 7 p.m., San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose. bit.ly/4oY4dUX
July 12
Silicon Valley Mariachi Festival: Enjoy this annual event, immerse yourself in live mariachi music and traditional folklorico and create memories with your loved ones. Aside from performances by local mariachis and folklórico dancers, enjoy tequila tastings and workshops. Tickets start at $10.1 p.m., 1 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose. bit.ly/4oWzo37
Sonic Runway: Enjoy an art installation that captures the speed of sound designed by Stockhausen and created by a team of artists such as Rob Jensen and Warren Trezevant. Lights and music turn on nightly from 5 p.m. onwards. 5 p.m., San José City Hall, 200 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose. bit.ly/3T9PaeV
July 13
Christina Galisatus Quintet plays Joni Mitchell: Watch Galisatus interpret songs of Joni Mitchell from a jazz perspective using her skills and strength as a pianist, composer, vocalist and songwriter. This event is part of the Stanford Jazz Festival. Ticket costs for nonmembers of the Stanford Jazz Workshop start at $12. 7:30 p.m., Braun Music Center, Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. bit.ly/4eFgoTk
July 14
Jimmy Heath Centennial Celebration with Jeb Patton & David Wong: Watch swinging pianist Jeb Patton and veteran bassist David Wong celebrate the legacy of saxophonist, composer and arranger Jimmy Heath as part of the 2026 Stanford Jazz Festival. Admission for nonmembers of the Stanford Jazz Workshop starts at $18. 7:30 p.m., Braun Music Center, Campbell Recital Hall, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. bit.ly/3R9or1C
July 15
“Tracking Smarter, Not Harder (Part 1) — Simply Tracking for Success”: Are the mobile health apps effective in helping your nutrition and health? Join this free webinar to get advice, share experiences and find support for achieving lasting diet and lifestyle changes. The webinar will be presented by Shirley Siu, a registered dietitian nutritionist and board-certified specialist in obesity and weight management at the Stanford Lifestyle Weight Management Center. 5 p.m., virtual event. stanford.io/4fg1L87
July 16
Kiki Yeung & Esther Ku — “Sweet and Sour Chicks”: Join comedians Yeung and Ku and laugh your way into the weekend. Yeung is the founder of the award-winning “Crazy Woke Asians” comedy show, and Ku is a Korean-American stand-up comedian born and raised in Chicago. Tickets start at $31.14. 8 p.m. San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St, San Jose. bit.ly/4ap3fLE
East Bay
July 10
Trouble (Coldplay tribute) and Supersonic (Oasis tribute): If you love Coldplay and Oasis, then head on down to Retro Junkie and listen to these bands paying tribute with songs from the bands. 6 p.m., Retro Junkie, 2112 N. Main St., Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4eCuIvO
Summer Movie Night — “Hoppers”: Enjoy movie night under the stars with your family and furry friend in this event by Joybound People & Pets. Concessions and beverages will be on site. Tickets will be in the form of a $5 to $10 donation per person. Watch Hoppers, a movie about Mabel, who invents a new technology to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers. 6 p.m., Joybound People & Pets, 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4geDIID
July 11
“Same Stuff, Different Day”: Watch this stage musical that mixes comedy, live music and storytelling to celebrate the Bay Area with some of Oakland’s most recognizable entertainers, musicians, comedians and community icons. The musical tells a story that many living in the Bay Area can resonate with. Tickets start at $67. 2 p.m., Kaiser Center for the Arts, 10 10th St., Oakland. bit.ly/4eVGVdV
The Temescal Street Fair: Join this fair featuring three music stages, outdoor dining with award-winning restaurants, an artisan cocktail bar, an artisan vendor market and activities for children. The fair will also include a dance competition, local fashion show and more. 11 a.m., Telegraph Avenue from 45th to 51st streets, Oakland. bit.ly/4eVnthj
Alameda Book Con (ABC) 2026: Join this literary event with local authors and creatives at the Alameda Free Library. 10:30 a.m. Main Library, 1550 Oak St., Alameda. bit.ly/4waaf7s
July 12
A Tribute to Harry Warren — Salvatore Antonio Guaragna: Join Bill, Mark and Albert, a jazz-and-pop piano trio dedicated to preserving the tradition of classic jazz piano, who will be paying tribute to Harry Warren. Tickets start at $26.44. 4:30 p.m., Piedmont Center For The Arts, 801 Magnolia Ave., Piedmont. bit.ly/4aoSgSq
Malinky Music — Bilingual Music Series: Join this session conducted in Spanish and English that brings children and caregivers together through traditional and original songs that inspire rhythm, movement, language and joyful connection. 12:30 p.m., Children’s Programs Room, Main Library, 1550 Oak St., Alameda. bit.ly/4oWdOM8
July 13
Sensory-Friendly Movie — “Paddington”: Watch the adorable Paddington as he travels to London after his home in Peru is destroyed. Go on an adventure with the lovable teddy bear in a sensory-friendly environment where lights will be on, volume is lowered and talking or walking is allowed during the movie. 2 p.m., 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin. bit.ly/4eR8HIr
Adult Manga and Manhwa Club: If you enjoy reading manga or manwha, then join fellow fans in this discussion. All books will either be the first volume in a series or a single book. Suitable for those older than 18. This month’s book will be “Happy Kanako’s Killer Life” by Toshiya Wakabayashi. Registration required. 5 p.m., 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin. bit.ly/4bccS0f
July 14
Latin Dance Fitness Class: Join this class and pick up some dance moves while you exercise. Beginner-friendly too. 10:30 a.m., 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark. bit.ly/4eFciuq
Wild World — Animal Program: Learn about the world of wildlife and about the delicate balance of the predator-prey relationship in nature. This is an indoor program. Space is limited, so registration is encouraged. 11 a.m., 34007 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City. bit.ly/4y3BmTA
July 15
Butterfly Walk: Join Andy Liu and butterfly docent specialist Sally Levinson for a guided walk in search of butterflies, and learn more about them. Registration required due to limited space. Admission is $14 to $20. All program fees include same-day admission to the UC Botanical Garden. 2 p.m., UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley, 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley. bit.ly/44o0sPr
July 16
Film Screening — “Help Me, My Love”: Watch this romantic comedy directed by Alberto Sordi about a modern husband who suggests an open marriage to his wife and is devastated when she takes up his offer. 7 p.m., 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/4eLXY1N
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