Don't miss the best Bluegrass music festival in the Bay area. Hardly Strictly Bluegrass has remained completely free and unsponsored since its conception in 2001 and has featured such names as Emmylou Harris, Hazel Dickens, and Ricky Skaggs, to name a few. In between sets, grab delicious food from local vendors and meet other bluegrass lovers. This year's lineup includes Valerie June, John Doe Folk Trio, The Church, and many more.
Book lovers and booze lovers can come together for Litquake San Francisco's Literary Festival, a nearly month-long event of literary readings, author spotlights, and all things bookish mixed with your favorite drinks. Be sure to check back soon and browse to see what in-person events may interest you on the online calendar - many are free.
Aftershock is a name fitting a festival built around the rumblings of rock and metal music. In the rock music scene, Aftershock is regarded as one of the top festivals in the country and features top musicians like Guns N Roses, Tool, Godsmack, and Limp Bizkit. In between sets, enjoy delicious dishes prepared by local food vendors.
The Breakaway Music Festival is coming to the Bay Area this October at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. This year’s lineup includes artists like DJ Snake & Madeon, Walker & Royce, Alan Walker, NGHTMRE, Big Gigantic & lots more. There will be numerous food and drink vendors open all day - including bars for those 21+. Be sure to check out the silent disco presented by White Claw. Tickets are available to purchase now.
BIKETOBERFEST is an annual event for everyone, not just bike lovers. Individuals can spend the day listening to live music, sampling from 30 beers, eating good food, checking out other bikes, and going on group rides. Some of this year’s local brewers include Almanac Beer Co., Ghost Town Brewing, BareBottle Brew Co. and lots more. Advanced tickets are on sale now for $35 - Tickets are $50 on the day of the event.
The Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival celebrates its 51st edition this year, bringing back rustic fun centered around everyone's favorite giant gourd. Amidst this old-fashioned festival, you'll find everything from pumpkin-inspired food and drink to pumpkin carving fun, costume contests, games, and The Great Pumpkin Fun Run. Find the time between activities to enjoy the live music, harvest-inspired knick-knacks, and, of course, grab a photo op with a 2,000-pound pumpkin, aka the Grand Champion Gourd. One of California's oldest, biggest and most popular festivals, this event is free to enter, and the whole family is invited.
