South Bay and Peninsula
June 26
FoodieLand Food Festival: Enjoy a feast with more than 250 vendors featuring global flavors, artisan shops, live music and games in this large food festival June 26-28. Tickets are $12. 3 p.m., Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose. bit.ly/4eoRi9P
America’s Block Party by 365 Night Market: Join more than 50 vendors serving food and goodies, with music and cultural entertainment. 4 p.m., Grand Century Mall, 1111 Story Road, San Jose. bit.ly/4vcuMrM
Stavros Halkias: Watch comedian, actor and writer Stavros Halkias on stage. He most recently appeared in Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival. He also wrote, produced and starred in the 2024 indie comedy “Let’s Start a Cult.” 8 p.m., Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose. bit.ly/4eb85OP
June 27
Javed Ali: Be mesmerized by the live performance of India’s most celebrated playback singer, known for his soulful and mesmerizing voice across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and other regional film industries. He rose to nationwide fame with the timeless hit “Jashn-E-Bahaara” from Jodhaa Akbar and has since captivated audiences with unforgettable songs. 8 p.m., California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose. bit.ly/3Qrnf9n
America through Sarah Winchester’s eyes: Join Winchester House Historian Janan Boehme for a presentation exploring the events, inventions and social shifts that transformed America during Sarah Winchester’s lifetime from 1839 through 1922. Tickets are $5 per person. 12 p.m., 525 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose. bit.ly/4xrFLPP
June 28
Celebrating Legacy, Impact and Service: Commemorate the Eta Rho Omega chapter’s 65 years of dedicated sisterhood and community involvement, and celebrate their achievements, highlight historic milestones and recognize the enduring contributions that have shaped the organization and the communities they serve. 2 p.m., Africana, Asian American, Chicano, & Native American (AAACNA) Studies Center, fifth flloor, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St., San José. bit.ly/4eJRBNF
Luciana Souza and Marcel Camargo — New Moon with string quartet: Join jazz vocalist Luciana Souza as she introduces New Moon, a new project with São Paulo native Marcel Camargo on guitar. Tickets are $12 onwards. 7:30 p.m., Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. bit.ly/4ee0Ohi
June 29
Summer Escape at Bowes Library: Explore, browse and be inspired by the latest additions to the library’s collection. Find newly acquired artist’s books, photobooks, pop-up books and more that help sustain creative practice. 9 a.m., McMurtry Building, 355 Roth Way, Stanford. stanford.io/4eKAo6Q
June 30
Jon Anderson: Be entertained by one of the most recognizable voices in progressive rock as the lead vocalist and creative force behind the band Yes. Anderson was a major creative influence and created complex pieces like “Close to the Edge” and “Awaken.” He also co-authored the group’s biggest hits, including “I’ve Seen All Good People”, “Roundabout” and “Owner Of A Lonely Heart.” 8 p.m., San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose. bit.ly/4uGlUtE
July 1
Ginsberg at 100 — Selections from the Allen Ginsberg Papers at Stanford: In honor of Allen Ginsberg’s 100th birthday, Stanford University Libraries is hosting its exhibition of Ginsberg’s legacy as poet, activist, traveler through notebooks, diaries, photos and more from the Allen Ginsberg Papers. Exhibition runs till Sept. 5. 10 a.m., Green Library, Bing Wing, Peterson Gallery and Munger Rotunda, 459 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. stanford.io/3Q308SD
Mario Adrion: Laugh out loud with stand-up comedian Mario Adrion, who comes from a small town in Germany and has gained a massive following on social media. His comedy is about the struggles and stereotypes of being a retired male model and a European living in the United States. 7:30 p.m., San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose. bit.ly/4vf0zIT
July 2
Docent-led Public Tour: Visit the San Jose Museum of Art and take a docent-led tour to explore the exhibits. 1 p.m., 110 S. Market St., San José. bit.ly/4ovDoal
East Bay
June 26
Sip and Stroll — Sculpture in the Garden: Take a night stroll in the garden, enjoy a complimentary drink and admire more than 80 sculptures throughout the Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery. All sculptures on display are available for sale, and proceeds support the artists and garden. Tickets start at $25. 5:30 p.m., 1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4xKHBeO
Summer Movie Night — “Balto”: Bring your family and canine companion, and enjoy the movie “Balto” at Joybound’s Pavilion. “Balto” is an animated film directed by Simon Wells about a dog that transports medicine through Alaska’s horrific snowstorms. Concessions, beverages and treats will be available on-site. Tickets are $5 onwards. 6 p.m., Joybound People and Pets, 2890 Mitchell Dr., Walnut Creek. bit.ly/44bc0VS
Artists of the African Diaspora — Closing Reception and Artist Talk: Featuring the works of artists from various backgrounds, including Nigerian American Victoria Bankole, Trinidad native Stacy Mootoo and Panama native Xioneida Ruiz. Reservations are required for the closing reception. 6 p.m., 2513 Blanding Ave., Alameda. bit.ly/4exD0Uy
June 27
Music in the Park: Enjoy your Saturday with some music and get ready to rock with New Moon on Monday, a tribute band playing the hits from the iconic band Duran Duran. 6 p.m., Danville Town Green, 420 Front St., Danville. bit.ly/3SI1vqt
Alameda Walks: Explore the sites of Neptune Beach and learn its history with this walk led by Dennis Evanosky. The walk lasts 95 minutes. 9 a.m., meet at the grass area at Doug Siden Visitor Center, 1252 McKay Ave., Alameda. bit.ly/4fIU2Ba
June 28
“Divine Identity” Art Exhibit by Salgu Wissmath: Visit this exhibition by Salgu Wissmath, an award-winning, nonbinary Korean American photographer. “Divine Identity” celebrates queer folks of faith by transforming their portraits into icons. 9:30 a.m., Danville Congregational Church UCC, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. bit.ly/3SHZPgF
Cal at SF Pride 2026: Join the Cal Alumni Association (CAA) and the Gender Equity Resource Center and march in the annual San Francisco Pride Parade. Everyone from across the LGBTQ+ communities and allies is welcome to join. Register to stay in the loop. 10:30 a.m., downtown San Francisco, exact location to be determined. bit.ly/4uHJx50
June 29
Yoga for Kids: Get your kids ages 6 to 12 to do some yoga to help them relieve stress, anxiety and sleep better. This instructor-led program will teach kids gentle yoga poses. Dress appropriately and bring your own yoga mat, water and towel. 5 p.m., Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont. bit.ly/4ghqP0om
June 30
Family Movie — “The Fox and the Hound”: Bring your blanket and watch this family-friendly movie about a hound and a fox, striking up an unlikely friendship. 11 a.m., Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin. bit.ly/4elCA3d
July 1
Film Screening — “I Married You for Fun”: Watch this 1967 movie based on a play by Natalia Ginzburg that depicts the early days of a marriage between Giuliana, a romantic bohemian woman, and Pietro, a straight-laced lawyer from a bourgeois family. The movie explores the challenges of an unconventional matchup amid the social pressures of the time. 7 p.m., 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/4eonCtd
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