We have always said — and many of the world’s greatest minds will back us up on this — that two can’t-miss ingredients for a great weekend are incredible tacos and cute dogs. We’ve got both going on this weekend, so let’s get to it, shall we?
(As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.)
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1 SEE & HEAR: Monterey has the jazz
The world-famous Monterey Jazz Festival returns this weekend with a lineup full of world-class vocalists. Here are our picks for the shows not to miss.
Bob Ferguson (played by Leonardo Di Caprio) is on the run from a deranged military man in “One Battle After Another,” Paul Thomas Anderson’s hyper-topical new film opening Sept. 26. (Warner Bros.)
2 WATCH: The movie everyone’s talking about.
Leonardo DiCaprio seems to do a pretty good job finding iconic, memorable movies to star in. The latest is “One Battle After Another,” which is already earning buzz as maybe the best movie of 2025.
3 DEVOUR: Bay Area’s best tacos
Last week, we told you about an East Bay taco contest. Now we’re expanding our horizons to share with you the 10 best taco joints in the Bay Area right now.
4 PLAY & MUNCH: Sonoma’s best restaurants
Sonoma County is such a lovely place to visit for any number of reasons. So make a trip there complete by hitting some of the county’s best restaurants.
Corgi Con, the annual gathering of Corgis and the humans who love them, comes to the Alameda County Playgrounds in Pleasanton on Sept. 27. (Karl Mondon/Bay Area News Group archives)
5 SEE, HEAR & PLAY: Great shows and festivals are all over
From a new take on a literary classic to a festival devoted to corgis (aww……), there is a lot to see, hear and do in the Bay Area this weekend.
6 EAT & DRINK: Levi’s new treats
Headed to a 49ers game? Here’s what’s new to eat and drink at Levi’s Stadium this year.
7 MAKE AND SCARF: Killer cochinita pibil
It’s National Hispanic Heritage Month, so why not dabble in Mexican cuisine with this yummy traditional dish from the Yucatán.