South Bay and Peninsula
Aug. 1
Greater Bay Area Open 2025: Spanning 12 Bay Area counties from Sonoma to Monterey, this juried event on the theme of “Breaking Through” draws artists to compete for awards and recognition and also brings exposure to respected jurors, galleries and art collectors from the region. 10 a.m., New Museum Los Gatos, 106 E. Main St., Los Gatos. numulosgatos.org/exhibitions-2
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Lynyrd Skynyrd: The Southern American rock band has performed for decades. 7 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. bit.ly/4nUAaN7
Aug. 2
Guadalupe River Find-Your-Way 5K, 10K: Choose between a 5K or 10K challenge with up to 30 checkpoints. Teams up to five will use a custom map to navigate from checkpoint to checkpoint, answering simple multiple-choice questions at each. Enjoy refreshments and socializing at the finish. 9 a.m., Riverview Park, 250 Brandon St., San Jose. [email protected], 510-681-6181. go-terraloco.blogspot.com/2024/12/0802-guadalupe-river.html
Santa Clara County Fair: There’s something for everyone, so don’t miss this happy and traditional family fun event. 1 p.m., Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd., San Jose. [email protected], 408-494-3100. thefair.org
Rick Springfield: The Australian-American singer, songwriter, guitarist and actor performs in the South Bay. 7 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. bit.ly/4lARntu
Aug. 4
Summertime in the Garden: A hands-on demonstration to explore the art, science and practical logistics you’ll need to get started pickling vegetables at home. 5:30 p.m., O’Donohue Family Stanford Educational Farm, 175 Electioneer Way, Stanford. [email protected], healthyliving.stanford.edu/classes
Aug. 5
Maren Morris: In addition to a Grammy win and 17 nominations, Morris has won five ACM Awards, five CMA Awards and three Billboard Music Awards, with several additional wins and nominations. 7:30 p.m., Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. mountainwinery.com/events
Aug. 6
Bell Ringing for World Peace: The Cupertino-Toyokawa Sister Cities and the city of Cupertino will host this ceremony to commemorate 80 years of peace since the atomic and conventional bombing of Hiroshima, Nagasaki and Toyokawa. 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 21121 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino. cupertinotoyokawa.org/community-projects/bell-ringing-for-peace
Aug. 7
Garden Workday: At the Collective Roots Community Garden. 9 a.m., 230 Demeter St., East Palo Alto. freshapproach.org/events
The 925 Band: The band will play songs from the 1970s through today in the park. 6 p.m., The Village at San Antonio Center, 645 San Antonio Road, Mountain View. villageatsanantoniocenter.com/events/live-music
East Bay
Aug. 1
Douglas Morrison Theater Chorus: Under the direction of Cesar Cancino, the Morrison Theatre Chorus performs a program featuring music from the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and more. 8 p.m., 22311 N. Third St., Hayward. haywardrec.org/calendar.aspx?EID=2446
Aug. 2
Meek Mansion: Tour the historic structure listed in the National Register of Historic Places. 10 a.m., Meek Mansion, 17365 Boston Road, Hayward, haywardareahistory.org/calendar
Little Flippers: This network of kids gathers to learn how to play pinball. 11:30 a.m., Pacific Pinball Museum, Webster St., Alameda. [email protected], 510-769-1349. pacificpinball.org/memberships
Kenny Werner: This world-class pianist and composer for more than 40 years authored the landmark book “Effortless Mastery: Liberating the Master Musician Within.” 5:30 p.m., Piedmont Piano Co., 1728 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. piedmontpiano.com/calendar/2025/8/2/kenny-werner
Aug. 3
Alameda Point Antiques Faire: This is the largest antiques show in Northern California. 6 a.m. for VIP shopping, 9 a.m. for general admission. 3900 Main St. on the Alameda Point former U.S. Navy base in Alameda. [email protected], 510-522-7500, ext. 3101. alamedapointantiquesfaire.com
Douglas Morrison Theatre Chorus: Under the direction of Cesar Cancino, the chorus performs a program featuring music from the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and more. 2 p.m., Douglas Morrison Theatre, 22311 N. Third Street, Hayward. douglasmorrissontheatre.thundertix.com
Music Medicine Benefit Concert: The concert features some of the Bay Area’s best talent in support of UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland. 6:30 p.m., Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. bit.ly/4lFMuiS
Aug. 4
Let’s Talk Trash: Explore different concepts related to the waste cycle and how you can make a positive difference. Then do a family-friendly litter pick-up at which you can earn volunteer service hours. 9:30 a.m., Del Valle Public Boat Launch area at the Marina. Registration required. 510-544-3146. Lake Del Valle, 7000 Del Valle Road, Livermore. bit.ly/3UheIEf
Monday Evening Storytime: Children ages 2 through 5 can jump into their jammies for stories, songs, puppets and more. 6:30 p.m., Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley. berkeleypubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/12746689
Open Mic at The Freight: The audience is friendly, and people actually listen. 7:30 p.m., The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
Aug. 5
Hikes for Tykes: Kids can walk and explore around Lake Temescal, watching for fish and lots of other animals. Adult supervision required. [email protected], 510-544-3183. 10:30 a.m., Lake Temescal (North Parking Area), Temescal Regional Recreation Area, 6500 Broadway, Oakland. anc.apm.activecommunities.com/ebparks
Peralta House Museums: This newly established 6-acre facility is the last vestige of the Peraltas’ 45,000-acre Rancho San Antonio, estimated to be the most valuable Spanish land grant ever made in California. Noon, Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, 34th Ave., Oakland. peraltahacienda.org
Aug. 6
Russ “Into The W!LD” Tour With Big Sean and Sabrina Claudio: 7 p.m., Toyota Pavilion at Concord, 2000 Kirker Pass Road, Concord. bit.ly/4f6aGZ5
Signing and Music Storytime: Children, parents and caregivers will have a blast laughing, signing and singing with teacher Bill, author of the book “Signs of a Happy Baby,” who integrates American Sign Language (ASL) into his storytime. 10:30 a.m., 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley. 510-667-7900. bit.ly/3IATAGD
Locust Street Festival: A free evening of music, local food, shopping and family-friendly fun. 5:30 p.m., Locust Street, Walnut Creek. [email protected], 925-933-6778. walnutcreekdowntown.com/events
LaToya London with Amar Khalil and LJ Holoman: London is an award-winning singer, songwriter and thespian. 8 p.m. Yoshi’s, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. 510-238-9200. yoshis.com/events
Aug. 7
Little Dance Party: Parents, caregivers, toddlers and preschoolers are all welcome to hit the dance floor and move their bodies at this inclusive event. 10:30 a.m., 1247 Marin Ave., Albany. [email protected], 510-526-3720. bit.ly/3Unwdmk
Soul Mechanix: Soul Mechanix blends groove-based soul improv and progressive funk from a diverse universe of influences. 8 p.m., Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. yoshis.com/events
Shannon Lay: After 15 years of writing, recording and performing, the self-taught singer-songwriter is most concerned with how her music may help people in emotional and spiritual need. 8 p.m., The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley. 510-644-2020. secure.thefreight.org
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