Bay Area events calendar
From food and film to art, music and nature, here's an epic sampling of ways to have some Bay Area fun this spring and beyond.
SF Salsa Festival: Today and Saturday, SF Airport Marriott Waterfront, 1800 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame. Celebrating samba — the dance, not the condiment — the 14th annual festival offers a weekend of world-class performances, dancing, competition and workshops with top salsa instructors. $20to $170. sfsalsafestival.com
Oakland Restaurant Week: Now through
Sunday, various Oakland venues. This showcase explores Oakland's diverse culture and cuisine with specially curated menus from local food establishments ranging from neighborhood gems and food trucks to upscale restaurants. Prices vary. bit. LY/ORW2024
Fort Mason Superfine Art Fair: Now through Sunday, Gateway Pavilion, 2Marina Blvd., San Francisco. Meet more than 100artists and browse their works at the new Gateway Pavilion. Experience live art, groove to the music, sip cocktails and enjoy all SF'S favorite independent artist fair has to offer. $20to $68. superfine.world/san-franciscoart-fair
Whalefest Monterey: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 13-14, Old Fisherman's Wharf and the Custom House Plaza, Monterey State Historic Park. This festival features engaging and educational activities for all ages, including live music, a symposium and dozens of fascinating marine-related interactive exhibits by local and national organizations. Free admission. whalefest. org
Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll: 6 to 9 p.m. today, Downtown Alameda. Enjoy an evening filled with food, drinks and local charm, plus the opportunity to learn about the unique styles of Northern California distillers and local chefs.
Sip your way through Alameda's historic downtown district while tasting premium Northern California whiskeys served neat and paired with yummy bites at select locations. $55 to $75. alamedastrolls.com
Amazing Bubble Man: 1 p.m. Saturday, Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. Louis Pearl has thrilled audiences around the world for more than 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. Pearl explores the dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. $15 to $30. secure.thefreight. org/13778/amazing-bubble-man
Made in Oakland at Côte West Winery: 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Côte West, 2102 Dennison St., Oakland. This event celebrates a diverse community of local artists, artisans and craftspeople. Enjoy craft vendors, live music and wine flights. Free admission. bit.ly/madeinoakland
West Coast Taco & Beer Festival: Saturday-sunday, History San Jose, 1650 Senter Road, San Jose.
Eat. Sip. Repeat! This event features unlimited taco and beer tastings from dozens of restaurants and breweries, plus live music, boutique vendors, games and entertainment. $49 to $109. bluestreament.ticketspice.com/wctbfbayarea
Frank Sinatra Dinner Show: 7 to 9 p.m. March 30, Alhambra Irish House, 831 Main St., Redwood City. Enjoy a five course meal and a glass of wine while watching as award-winning artist Perry D'andrea pays tribute to one of the most iconic members of the Rat Pack. $55. bit.ly/sinatradinner
Bay Area Super Ball Competition: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. April 6, Stanford ACSR, 341 Galvez St., Stanford. Step out for a ballroom and Latin dance competition featuring competitive events in international standard and Latin, American smooth and rhythm, and nightclub dances. There also will be performances, a team match and other fun events throughout the day. $5 to $50. bit.ly/bayareasuperball
Mad Tea Party: 6 to 10 p.m. April 13, Children's Fairyland, 699 Bellevue
Ave., Oakland. Fairyland invites adults for an Alice in Wonderland immersive experience filled with fantasy, dance, games, live entertainment and special libations including the March Hare's Madness cocktail. $35. fairyland.org/ events-and-performances/ mad-tea
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival: April 13-21, Japantown, San Francisco. Enjoy the largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West Coast. Each year, more than 220,000 people attend this dazzling display showcasing vibrant Japanese culture and the rich heritage and diversity of the Japanese American community. Free admission. sfcherryblossom.org
Extraordinary Cow Palace: Now through 2026, San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City. The Cow Palace has been an important part of Bay Area history for more than 83 years. Now, the San Mateo County Historical Association will be preserving, celebrating and sharing this history with a new exhibit exploring the landmark are its many events. $0 to $6. historysmc.org/exhibits/ extraordinary-cow-palace
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