Hello August!
If you’re looking for some activities to enjoy during the month of August then look no further! Here is a handy run down of a few of the things happening around our county and the Bay this month that you may enjoy. We know we will!
626 Night Market August 6-8
626 Night Market is back at Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California. The iconic Californian festival features hundreds of food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music, and entertainment attractions in an epic event spread over 10+ football fields of space that appeals to all ages. Come happier and hungrier together with friends and family for the biggest reunion of the summer!
Benicia Peddlers Fair August 8
We are excited to welcome all of you back to the 58th annual Benicia Peddlers Fair. We have so many loyal shoppers and we are delighted to say that we are nearing a sellout of the vendor space.
Movies in the Vineyards - Star Wars ‘A New Hope’ August 13
There could not be a more perfect way to see a movie than under the stars at Hannah Nicole Vineyards & Winery. Come out and relax with family and friends will enjoying some of your favorite movies. This is a free event to attend, but if you do not want to hassle with getting the popcorn and snacks together they have the perfect bundle solution for you. They also will have wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and your traditional movie snacks available to buy. Hannah Nicole Vineyards and Winery has additional movies scheduled through October.
A Tribute to Rod Stewart - Clayton Concerts August 14
Forever Rod – From southern California, It doesn’t get any better than this. Pitch perfect, flashy Rod, backed by acoustical, nylon-stringed classical guitars and mandolin replicates Rod Stewart’s sound and is fronted by a lead singer that looks like and delivers like only Rod Stewart. Bring your dancing shoes!
SF Symphony: Xian Zhang Conducts August 6 & 7
Conductor Xian Zhang joins the SF Symphony to lead William Grant Still’s deeply personal Mother and Child, and the dark elegance of Wolfgang Amadé Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 24, performed by the masterfully expressive young pianist George Li. The program closes with the swirling grandeur of Mozart’s Symphony No. 39.
Wine Down Friday - Campos Family Vineyards August 20th
The Original Wine Down Friday is BACK! EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT through the end of September we will be bringing you LIVE MUSIC!
Brandon Pasion & Bryan James will be Dueling Guitars this Friday night! Food Trucks will be attending this event and all ages are welcome!
Silent Disco Yoga - Baker Beach, SF Varying Dates in August
Gather together at Baker Beach, a beautiful East Bay location and enjoy an all-levels yoga practice while wearing headphones and listening to a remix of zen beats. It's more than a 'class' its a yoga experience of watching the waves, practicing with locals and guests from around the world.
Cruisin’ Blues - Car Show & Blues Concert August 7
Annual Classic Car Show sponsored by the Downtown Brentwood Coalition. In the core of Downtown Brentwood (Oak St., 1st St. & Chestnut).FREE EVENT for spectators. FOOD - BEER & WINE - PRIZES To register a vehicle please purchase a ticket on Eventbrite.com.
2021 Pleasanton Harvest Fest August 13-15
Shop hundreds of artisans of American handmade and embellished art & crafts featuring photography, fine jewelry, specialty food, blown glass, wood art, metalwork and more! Three days for the price of one ticket - you won't find a better bargain!
Starry Nights: SF Ballet’s Return to the Stage August 13 & 14
San Francisco Ballet’s long-awaited return to live performances, featuring a thrilling blend of poetry and athleticism. In partnership with Stanford Live at the Frost Amphitheater, the two-performance program on August 13–14 will feature George Balanchine’s transcendent, luminous Serenade, set to a soaring Tchaikovsky score; Balanchine’s spirited Tarantella, set to Gottschalk; and Danielle Rowe’s powerful For Pixie, set to the music of Nina Simone. Closing out the evening will be Helgi Tomasson’s Soirees Musicales, set to Benjamin Britten, and the elegant and sleek The Fifth Season, set to music by Karl Jenkins, to round out these brilliant summer evenings of ballet’s stars under the stars.
Black Women’s Blues Festival August 22
Don’t miss this amazing festival featuring a variety of artists playing live at Freight and Salvage (2020 Addison St. in Berkeley, CA) with an online video livestream playing. 94.1, KPFA.org will also be broadcasting live on the radio and streaming on the internet.Performers include the Dynamic Miss Faye Carol, Lady Bianca, Kito Kamili, emerging artist Theresa Harris, original poetry by Avotcja, and a special presentation honoring blues legend Sugar Pie Desanto.
Blue Collar Men - Styx and 80’s Tribute Band August 28th
Hannah Nicole Vineyards & Winery is pleased to announce the lineup of their 2021 Concert Series. All concerts are on a Saturday’s from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, doors open at 6:30pm to general tickets holders and 6:00pm for our VIP ticket holders. This one is featuring Blue Collar Men the premiere STYX Tribute in California.