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Campbell Highland Games
Celtic Festival
America Festival
Begonia Festival
Boulder Creek Art and Wine Festival
Brew Ha Ha
Cabrillo Music Festival
Capitola Art and Wine Festival
Carnival and World Music Festival
Civil War Days
Civil War Re-enactment
Connoisseur's Marketplace
Fiesta de Artes
Flea Market Festival
Free Folk Fest
Fremont Art and Wine Festival
Garlic Festival
Gay Pride Parade
Gilroy Juneteenth Festival
Greek Festival
Hayward Zucchini Festival
Holistic Arts Fair
Independence Day at Ardenwood
Japanese Cultural Fair
Japantown Vibe
Jewish Cultural Street Festival
Kings Mountain Art Fair
Mariachi Festival
Millbrae Art and Wine Festival
Milpitas Art and Wine Festival
Mountain Art Guild Art and Wine Festival
Mountain View Art and Wine Festival
Multicultural Festival
Mushroom Mardi Gras
Obon Festival
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts
Russian-American Fair
Samoan Heritage Day
San Carlos Fine Arts Festival
Santa Clara Art and Wine Festival
Santa Clara County Fair
Scotts Valley Art and Wine Festival
Shark Festival
Sunnyvale Art and Wine Festival
Sunnyvale Cherry Festival
Surf City Classic
Tapestry Arts Festival
Taste of Morgan Hill
Vintner's Festival
Union Street Festival
Vintage Santa Clara
Watsonville Fly-In
Willow Glen's Dancing on the Avenue
Summer Sonic: This summer, Good Charlotte's Joel Madden looks forward to touring and working on his '65 Chevy.
Perry-patetic: Lollapalooza's Perry Farrell attempts to recapture the spirit of 1991.
Modern Love: The 1983 Day on the Green with the Police, the Fixx, Madness, Oingo Boingo, and the Thompson Twins blew open the alternative-rock movement in the Bay Area. Plus: an interview with Fixx frontman Cy Curnin.
Ozzfest 2003: With Ozzy Osbourne, Korn, Marilyn Manson, Disturbed and Chevelle. Shoreline.
Summer Sanitarium: With Metallica, Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, Mudvayne and Deftones. Candlestick.
Wilco and R.E.M: Shoreline.
Björk: Pier 30/32.
Stanford Jazz Festival: With the Branford Marsalis Trio, alumni from Cal Tjader's groups, James Williams, Madeline Eastman, Dena DeRose and Geri Allen's Ensemble. Dinkelspiel Auditorium and Campbell Recital Hall, Stanford University.
Comcast San Jose Jazz Festival: With Nneena Freelon, the Count Basie Orchestra, Greg Osby, ¡Cubanismo!, the Yellowjackets, Jimmy Heath and Ledisi. Dinkelspiel Auditorium and Campbell Recital Hall, Stanford University.
India.Arie: Montalvo.
Beck/Dashboard Confessional: Greek Theatre.
The Dixie Chicks: HP Pavilion.
Lou Reed: Mountain Winery.
Shows: From Agenda to Zoë.
Summer Festival Guide: Art, wine and more.
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A Guide to the Art, Wine and Fun Festivals of the Summer
A fundraiser sponsored by the Almaden Valley Women's Club and the City of San Jose. Sep 21. Parma Park, 6645 Camden Ave, San Jose.
Novice racers encouraged. Aug 24; races at 9am, festival at 11am; free. Santa Cruz Wharf. 408.420.5273.
The Pacific Islanders of San Francisco offer music as well as Polynesian dance. Aug. 2-3; 10am-5pm; free; $5 parking. San Francisco Presidio Parade Grounds.
A trip back to the grand days of the famed landmark. Jun 7, 11am-5pm; free. Seacliff State Beach, near Aptos. 831.685.6444.
With music, food and children's events. Jul 6, 11am-6pm; free. St. Andrew Armenian Church, 11370 S. Stelling Rd, Cupertino. 408.257.6743.
Local artists display their wares, plus food, wine and music. Jul 19-20, 9:30am-5:30pm; free. Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf. 831.420.5273.
Everything from photographs to used and new books for sale. Jun 1, 11am-4:30pm; Jun 2-3, 10am-4pm; free. Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center, 14885 Oka Rd, Los Gatos. 408.379.8432.
Arts and craftspeople combined with food and music. Jun 7-8, 10am-5pm; free. Washington Park, 850 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame. 650.558.7300.
A Celtic celebration with competitions and entertainment. Jun 14, 9am-5pm; $8/$10. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd, San Jose. 408.225.3305.
Featuring Claude the Dragon, Black Irish Band, Magrath Irish dancers, ethnic food and vendors and a variety of children's activities. June 7; 10am-5pm; $5/$8. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont. 510.796.0663.
Celebrate the diverse cultures that makes up San Jose through music, entertainment and activities--plus fireworks. Produced as a benefit for the Emergency Housing Consortium. Jul 4; 11am-10pm; free. Guadalupe River Park, San Jose. 408.294.2100.
This nautical parade of begonia-bedecked floats is a beachside tradition. The best viewing starts at 1pm from Cliff Avenue, Wharf and Stockton roads. Aug. 31; 1pm; free. Capitola. 831.476.3566.
Fourteenth annual edition of popular festival. Entertainers include Lady Bo, Red Beans and Rice, the Dirty Butter Jug Band and the Modern Gypsies. May 24-26; 11am-6pm; free. Downtown Boulder Creek. 831.338.7099.
More than 80 distinctive varieties of microbrews will be available along with an extensive lineup of top-quality comedy performers. Sep. 20-21; noon-7:30pm; free. Plaza De Ceasar Chavez Park, Market and San Carlos streets, San Jose.
The street fair accompanying the annual new-music festival features two full days of nonstop ethnic music, dance, food, wine, and talented artists. Aug. 2-3; 11am-8pm. Church Street in front of the Civic Auditorium, Santa Cruz. 831.426.6966.
Fine art, wine, music and food by the sea. Two hundred artists and 14 wineries will participate. Sep. 20-21; 10am-6pm; free. Downtown Capitola. 831.475.6522.
A parade plus arts and crafts booths, food and children's games. Jun 7, 10am-6pm; free. San Lorenzo Park, Santa Cruz. 831.425.1234.
Re-enactment of battles. May 24-26; 10am-4pm; $5/$8. Ardenwood Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont. 510.796.0663.
History buffs relive the past twice a day (11am and 3pm). May 24-26; 10am-4pm; $1 admission, $5 parking. Roaring Camp, Graham Hill Rd, Felton. 831.335.4484.
A fine crafts festival, plus a wide variety of food treats. Jul 19-20; 10am-6pm; free. Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park. 650.325.2818.
Los Gatos' premier art and wine festival (the Strawberry Festival est morte). The entertainment will feature live bands, local talent, and more than 150 vendors. Aug. 9-10; 10am-6pm; free. Los Gatos Town Center. 408.354.9310.
Lots of treasures for sale, plus food and entertainment. Jun 7, 8am-3pm; free. San Jose Almaden Flea Market, Parma Park, 6445 Camden Ave, San Jose. 408.268.1133.
San Francisco's 27th annual free celebration of folk music. performers include Ragged but Right, Ray Bierl, Steve Seskin and more. Jun 21-22; noon-11pm; free. Roosevelt Middle School, 460 Arguello St, San Francisco.
With arts and crafts booths, food and wine and a kids' zone. Jul 26-27; 10am-6pm; Mowry and Walnut, Fremont.
Gilroy celebrates 25 years of the stinking rose. Lots of food and plenty of live music. Jul 25-27; 10am-7pm; $5/$10; Uvas park Drive and Miller Avenue, Gilroy. 408.842.1625.
San Jose is proud to present its Gay Pride Festival and Silicon Valley's Gay Pride Parade. Jun 7-8; downtown San Jose.
Featuring renowned New Orleans sax and flute jazz artist Frederick Sheppard. Jun 12; 6pm-10pm; Jun 13; noon-9pm; $5 donation. 7469 Forest St., Gilroy. 408.848.1225.
Culture and food of Greece, plus musical performances. May 30, 5-10pm; May 31, 11am-10pm; Jun 1, 11am-9pm; $3/$5. St. Nicholas Church, 1260 Davis St, San Jose. 408.246.2770.
Twenty-first annual festival of music, foods, crafts and "Kids Town." Aug. 16-17; 10am-7:30pm; $5/$2 seniors and kids. Kennedy Park, Hayward. 510.564.9466.
Featuring lectures, exhibits, workshops and music. Sep 20-21. Divine Science Center, 1540 Hicks Ave., Willow Glen. 408.293.3838.
Everything but the fireworks. Jul 4, 10am-4pm; $5/$8. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont. 510.796.0663.
The culture, music and traditions of Japan will be spotlighted. Jun 21; 11am-6pm; free; Mission Plaza, High and Emmett streets, Santa Cruz. 831.462.4598.
Come enjoy song, music, dance, arts and crafts and open restaurants and shops. Aug 17, 2003; 10am-6pm; Japantown, San Jose.
Featuring Judaic and fine art, Jewish music, delicious Kosher and vegetarian cuisine, and multiple stages of entertainment. Sep 21; 10am-6pm; free. California Avenue between El Camino Real and Park Avenue, Palo Alto.
Food, art and family activities. Aug 31-Sep 2; 10am-5pm. Kings Mountain Community Center, 13889 Skyline Blvd, Woodside. 650.851.2710.
San Jose's Mariachi Festival celebrates 12 years of music, food, exhibits and education. Jul 9-13; call for ticket info. Mexican Heritage Plaza, San Jose. 1.800.MHC.VIVA.
Food and drinks in abundance plus music, arts and crafts and a Kids' Stage. Aug 30-31; 10am-5pm; free. Broadway Avenue in downtown Millbrae. 650.697.7324.
Featuring nonprofit booths, kids' activities, rides and two stages of music. Aug 16-17; 10am-6pm; free. Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas. 408.262.2613.
Join the Santa Cruz artists for a weekend of wine, food, art and music. May 31; 10am-6pm; Jun 1; 10am-5pm; Radonich Ranch, Santa Cruz.
Beer and wine, live music, arts and crafts vendors and children's activities. Sep 6-7; 10am-6pm. Castro Street, Mountain View. 650.968.8378.
Come and share family stories with cultural performances, free workshops, car seats and health screenings. May 25-26; 10am-4pm; free. History Park at Kelley Park, 1650 Senter Rd, San Jose. 408.521.5110.
Join in the food, fun, music and crafts devoted to the towns favorite fungus. May 24-25; 10am-6pm; $5/$10. Community Park, West Edmundson Avenue and Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. 408.778.1786.
Food, dancers and music, with San Jose Taiko. The largest Japantown cultural happening. Jul 12-13, 12:30-9pm; free. Buddhist Church Betsuin, 640 N. Fifth St, San Jose. 408.293.9292.
Food booths and several hundred arts and craftspeople. Aug. 23-24; 10am-6pm; free. University Avenue in downtown Palo Alto. 650.324.3121.
With music, food and circus performers. Jun 8, 10am-5pm; $3/$5. Albert L. Schultz Jewish Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto. 650.852.3509.
A celebration of Samoan culture and Polynesian food. Jun 7, 10am-3:30pm; free. County Building, 70 W. Hedding St, San Jose. 408.274.2871.
Arts and crafts vendors. Jun 13-15, 10am-5pm; free. Laurel St, San Carlos.
This 23-year tradition boasts talents from local and regional artists, international foods, 175 booths, four entertainment stages and the famous Kids' Kingdom. Sep 13-14; 10am-5pm. Central Park, 909 Kiely Blvd, Santa Clara.
Three days of entertainment, exhibits and rides. Aug 1-3; 11am-11pm; free. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd, San Jose. 408.494.3166.
Fourth annual Art Under the Oaks presented by Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce. Aug 9-10; free. Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley. 831.438.1010
A celebration of the 11th birthday of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Sep 27; 11am-4pm; free. Santa Cruz Wharf. 408.420.5273.
With multiple food and crafts booths. Jun 7-8; 10am-6pm; free. Town & Country, Sunnyvale. 408.763.4971.
With many sweet treats, plus kids' activities. Jun 13-15; 10am-5pm; free. West El Camino Real and Mathilda streets, Sunnyvale. 408.736.3726.
A chance to view restored classic Woodies. Jun 21, 10am-4pm; free. Santa Cruz Wharf. 831.420.5273.
A huge array of arts, crafts and life entertainment. Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30-Sep 1; 10am-6pm; free. San Carlos and Santa Clara streets. 408.494.3590.
Food and entertainment plus a display of classic cars.
Sept. 27-28; 10am-6pm. Morgan Hill.
This art, food and wine event will be located at a number of wineries and restaurants throughout Santa Cruz County. May 31-Jun 1; east side of Santa Cruz Mountains; Jun 7-8; west side of Santa Cruz Mountains; 11am-5pm; $20. 831.479.WINE.
The Union Street Association is proud to present the 27th annual Union Street Festival. Come and partake in one of the most popular summer events of the San Francisco Bay Area. Jun 7-8; 10am-6pm; Union Street, San Francisco.
Twentieth year for wine and food celebration. Sep 7; 1:30-5pm; $30/$35. Mission Gardens, Santa Clara University. 408.554.6800.
Annual festival of antique flying machine, aerial tricks and fireworks. May 23, noon-10pm; May 24-25, 9am-5pm; $5/$10. Watsonville Airport, 100 Aviation Way, Watsonville. 831.763.5600.
Dance the evening away. Joe Sharino leads the way. Jun 14, 5-10pm; free. Lincoln Ave, Willow Glen. 408.298.2100.
Summer Music Guide 2003
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From the May 22-28, 2003 issue of Metro, Silicon Valley's Weekly Newspaper.