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The season of summer festivals is upon us in Northern California.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Summer doesn\u2019t actually start until Sunday, June 21, when the summer solstice occurs. But Memorial Day Weekend, unofficially the start of summer, pulls people out of their daily routines, and for the next few months, it\u2019s game on for shared art, food, music and heritage.<\/p>\n
From a wine stroll and a beach BBQ to rock climbing, a live Boots Riley conversation, and late-night comedy at a Vineyard, this start to summer is stacked with reasons to get out of the house.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Events to get on the summer fun calendar include:<\/p>\n
When: Sat, May 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Where: Regale Winery & Vineyards, 24040 Summit Rd, Los Gatos, CA, 95033<\/a><\/p>\n Details: Join upscale singles for wine tasting, speed dating, and a dance party at Regale Winery on Saturday, May 23, from 4:308:30 PM. Tickets are $55 for the full experience or $25$30 for the dance party only; advance purchase is required. This fundraiser for The Seva Foundation offers a romantic vineyard setting for professionals to connect.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n When: Sun, May 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM<\/p>\n Where: Santos Meadow, 2704 Muir Woods Rd, Mill Valley, CA, 94941<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Details: The Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department hosts its 52nd Annual BBQ on Sunday, May 24, at Santos Meadow. This Marin tradition features barbecue chicken, live music from SunHunter and Andre’s All-Stars, a raffle, and craft drinks. Funds support the department’s new firehouse. Parking is $30, while walk-in\/bike-in entry is $10. Visit muirbeachfire.com for more info.<\/p>\n When: Mon, May 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM<\/p>\n Where: Circus Center, 755 Frederick St, SF, CA, 94117<\/p>\n Details: Spend Memorial Day at circus day camp, where kids ages 7\u201313 bounce on trampolines, learn clowning, and soar on aerial silks and static trapeze under the guidance of professional circus artists. Full day 9am\u20133pm is $140, with optional aftercare until 5:30pm for $30. Spaces are limited \u2014 register today!<\/p>\n When: Wed, May 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Where: Pacific Pipe Oakland, 2140 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland, CA 94607<\/a><\/p>\n Details: KQED Live brings its Pulse at the Pipe wellness event to the largest indoor climbing gym in America in West Oakland, featuring first-timer workshops, speed climbing, wellness classes, open climbing, and a local food and goods market. Gear is included, kids of all ages are welcome, and tickets start at $20. A great excuse to try something new or level up your climbing game.<\/p>\n When: Thu, May 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM<\/p>\n Where: Black Cat Jazz Supper Club, 400 Eddy St, SF, CA, 94109<\/a><\/p>\n Details: Bay Area-raised vocalist Maralisa brings her jazz group, Maralisa & The Starlight Martinis, for two shows on May 28 at 7pm and 9:15pm. Rooted in jazz, blues, and soul with echoes of Billie Holiday and Amy Winehouse, she leads a seasoned band through classic standards, bossa nova, and throwback soul. Doors at 6pm for the early show; bar opens at 6pm and doors at 8:30pm for the late set.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n When: Thu, May 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM<\/p>\n Where: Sydney Goldstein Theater, 275 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA 94102<\/a><\/p>\n Details: Catch filmmaker and creative provocateur Boots Riley in a live taping of KQED’s Forum at the Sydney Goldstein Theater, discussing his bold new film “I Love Boosters,” his creative process, and the politics and culture behind his work. Co-presented with City Arts & Lectures, it promises a sharp, wide-ranging conversation. Tickets are $49 + fees.<\/p>\n When: Fri, May 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM<\/p>\n Where: Concannon Vineyard, 4590 Tesla Rd, Livermore, CA, 94550<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Details: The Late Pour is a recurring late-night comedy series at the normally members-only Estate Room lounge at Concannon Vineyard, open to the public every last Friday through August. Headlined by Xander Beltran and a special guest, the evening pairs stand-up with award-winning wines, craft beer, and a local food truck in a relaxed, low-lit lounge setting. Doors at 6pm, show at 7:30pm \u2014 tickets sell out fast. Club 1883 members save $5 with code CONCANNON26.<\/p>\n When: Sat, May 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM<\/p>\n Where: 940 Larkspur Dr, Livermore, CA, 94551<\/a><\/p>\n Details: Support dogs in need at Calpaws K9 Rescue’s Texas Hold’em Poker Night on May 30 at 940 Larkspur Drive in Livermore. The $100 buy-in includes dinner, a drink ticket, and $4,000 in chips \u2014 all skill levels welcome, 21+ only. Every dollar raised goes directly toward rescuing and caring for dogs on their way to a loving home.<\/p>\n When: Sun, Jun 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Where: Montagne Russe Winery and Record Lounge, 155 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, CA, 94952<\/a><\/p>\n Details: The first-ever Petaluma Summer Wine Stroll takes place in downtown Petaluma, sending attendees on a one-mile route through eight wine tasting rooms and bars, each pouring two to three of their most popular wines. Della Fattoria and Hank’s are on the route for bites along the way. The event is Woodstock-themed, so break out your best ’60s and ’70s flair. Wristbands are $65, with designated driver wristbands at $35.<\/p>\n When: Thu, Jun 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM<\/p>\n Where: 1370A Redwood Way, Petaluma, CA, 94954<\/a><\/p>\n Details: Learn to make scratch pizza dough, marinara, and signature pies \u2014 including margherita and hot honey pepperoni \u2014 in a hands-on class led by veteran chef Bryan Jones at the Sonoma Family Meal community kitchen in Petaluma. The 2.5-hour class runs June 11, 5\u20137:30pm, wrapping up with a meal together. Tickets are $100, with proceeds supporting SFM’s free culinary job training and food-security programs. BYOB.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Are you planning an event this spring or summer? <\/i>Feature it<\/i><\/a> so nearby readers see it all across Patch \u2014 including in roundups like this!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nThe 52nd Annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firefighters\u2019 Barbecue<\/a><\/h3>\n
Circus Camp<\/a><\/h3>\n
Pulse at the Pipe: Wellness Market & Rock Climbing Playground<\/a><\/h3>\n
Maralisa & The Starlight Martinis<\/a><\/h3>\n
Boots Riley In Conversation with Forum Live<\/a><\/h3>\n
The Late Pour: Comedy Night at Concannon<\/a><\/h3>\n
Texas Hold\u2019em Fundraiser for Calpaws K9 Rescue <\/a><\/h3>\n
Summer Wine Stroll<\/a><\/h3>\n
Craft Pizza-Making Class with Chef Bryan Jones<\/a><\/h3>\n