If you go whale watching on a weekday in San Francisco, you can save $26 dollars on a five-hour long eco-friendly catamaran tour off Fisherman's Wharf. If you fail to see a whale (the original fail whale), San Francisco Whale Tours says they'll give you the next trip free. But, we're told, you still get to "slurp a beer, smell the ocean breeze, sit … [Read more...]
See artists of all types and stripes present their innovative creations and performances at the annual San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF). The theme of the 2009 festival is " The Truth in Knowing/Now: Threads in Time Place and Culture." With more than 40 dance, music, opera and theatre performances by 16 different arts organizations, … [Read more...]
Get ready to kick up you heels in Redwood City at Lindy on the Square. On the last Sunday of each month (and the occasional Tuesday), Courthouse Square will host this FREE Outdoor Swing Dance Event, featuring free mini-lessons and open social dancing for all ages and all levels, no experience necessary and no partner required. Bring your friends, … [Read more...]
The North Fair Oaks Community Festival offers free live entertainment, arts and crafts, food and beverages, children's rides and activities, and a parade. The festival proceeds benefit the many youth programs of the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office and provide scholarships through the Queen of the Festival scholarship program. DEAL: North … [Read more...]
The Radio Regatta, presented by Oaklandish, is a summertime party at the Lake Merritt Sailboat House. Its FREE, and that includes whatever the DJs spin, the food, the beer, and the gondola rides. You can also go out for a spin on the Lake on other half-priced boat rentals. Bring your radio -- the event also features an FM microbroadcast so you can … [Read more...]
The grand opening of NEW PEOPLE, on August 15, 2009, will introduce a new San Francisco destination and the only building in the Unites States devoted exclusively to Japanese culture. All under one roof, you can enjoy the cinema, retail, art, and food at NEW PEOPLE. Get lost, meet new people, stop for a sip of coffee, and dream a dream. With the … [Read more...]
Music, arts & crafts, beer and wine, good food - all at the Webster Street Jam this weekend in West Alameda. You can sample a wide array of international food, listen to eclectic music at two stages, shop for original arts and crafts from local artisans and drink premium beer and fine wine. A special kids’ area will be open throughout the … [Read more...]
For a free day of music, art, and fun, join 70,000 people this Saturday (September 12) at the “Power to the Peaceful” Festival & Concert in San Francisco’s beautiful, green tree lined Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park. Along with an art gallery and live graffiti, the even has a stellar lineup of musicians. The venue's main stage … [Read more...]
The Best of the East Bay Party, produced by East Bay Express, will take place on August 7, 2009. The event celebrates everything great about the East Bay. Twenty bands will perform on six stages, including the Main Stage, with late-night Mistress of Ceremonies Odessa Lil and DJ stage hosted by the Oakland Faders. According to co-sponsor Amoeba … [Read more...]
The Second Annual Lakefest, a summertime street fair and community festival happening August 1st and 2nd, will draw some 20,000 people to Oakland's Lakeshore Avenue business district. You'll find the usual fun festival food, live entertainment and activities for the entire family, including 100 artisan and vendor booths, a live music stage, … [Read more...]
