September 2012 California Events Calendar

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California Events September 2012

Saturday, September 1, 2012

HAPPY CAMP - Bigfoot Jamboree, August 31 - September 2, 2012. This event includes food, crafts, vendors, parade, a dance and lots of good old-fashioned fun along the banks of the wild and scenic Klamath River. Call: (530)493-5106. bigfootjamboree.com
LONG BEACH - Hula Mau August 31 - September 3, 2012
Long Beach, CA
E Hula Mau 2012
Southern California's 17th Annual Hula & Chant Competition
August 31, September1, 2 & 3 4 Friday - Sunday Terrace Theater 300 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA, Box Office: (562) 436-3661, ehulamau.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County

Sunday, September 2, 2012

HAPPY CAMP - Bigfoot Jamboree, August 31 - September 2, 2012. This event includes food, crafts, vendors, parade, a dance and lots of good old-fashioned fun along the banks of the wild and scenic Klamath River. Call: (530)493-5106. bigfootjamboree.com
LONG BEACH - Hula Mau August 31 - September 3, 2012
Long Beach, CA
E Hula Mau 2012
Southern California's 17th Annual Hula & Chant Competition
August 31, September1, 2 & 3 4 Friday - Sunday
Terrace Theater
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA
Box Office: (562) 436-3661
ehulamau.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County

Monday, September 3, 2012

LONG BEACH - Hula Mau August 31 - September 3, 2012
Long Beach, CA
E Hula Mau 2012
Southern California's 17th Annual Hula & Chant Competition
August 31, September1, 2 & 3 4 Friday - Sunday
Terrace Theater
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA
Box Office: (562) 436-3661
ehulamau.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Friday, September 7, 2012

Saturday, September 8, 2012

AUBURN - Gold Country Fair, September 6-9, 2012. One of the great experiences that brings golden memories to Gold Country! Thursday 4 p.m. -11 p.m. , Friday 4 p.m. -Midnight, Saturday Noon-Midnight Sunday Noon-10 p.m. Approx. Admission: $8, Seniors (65+) $6, Children (6-12) $5, Kids 5 and under . Call: (530) 885-4533 goldcountryfair.com
GARDEN GROVE - Moon Festival. 3rd annual Vietnamese Celebration features traditional Vietnamese traditions, Children's Lantern Parade, Dragon Dance, live entertainment kids area. Village Green Park, Garden Grove, CA. oentertainment.net
LONG BEACH - Original Long Beach Lobster Festival Sept. 7 - 9, 2012. Friday: 5p.m. - 11p.m. ; Saturday Noon - Midnight; Sunday, noon - 10 p.m. originallobsterfestival.com | Region: Los Angeles County
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
VENTURA - Aloha Beach Festival Sept. 8-9, 2012 Location: Promenade Park, Surfers Point, Ventura, CA Admission: Free Surf Contest, Paddle Board Race, Polynesian Entertainment, Outrigger Canoe Race, Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Dancing and Music Call: 805-200-8674 alohabeachfestival.us
WASCO - Rose Festival & Parade September 6 -9, 2012. The Wasco Festival of Roses includes a parade, Rose Show, Art Show, Fun Run, Pancake Breakfast and more. ci.wasco.ca.us

Sunday, September 9, 2012

AUBURN - Gold Country Fair, September 6-9, 2012. One of the great experiences that brings golden memories to Gold Country! Thursday 4 p.m. -11 p.m. , Friday 4 p.m. -Midnight, Saturday Noon-Midnight Sunday Noon-10 p.m. Approx. Admission: $8, Seniors (65+) $6, Children (6-12) $5, Kids 5 and under . Call: (530) 885-4533 goldcountryfair.com
BERKELEY & ALBANY - Solano Avenue Stroll. 10am - 6pm. Location: Solano Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94707. Call: (510) 527-5358. solanoavenueassn.org Parade at 10 a.m.
LONG BEACH - Original Long Beach Lobster Festival Sept. 7 - 9, 2012. Friday: 5p.m. - 11p.m. ; Saturday Noon - Midnight; Sunday, noon - 10 p.m. originallobsterfestival.com | Region: Los Angeles County
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
VENTURA - Aloha Beach Festival Sept. 8-9, 2012 Location: Promenade Park, Surfers Point, Ventura, CA Admission: Free Surf Contest, Paddle Board Race, Polynesian Entertainment, Outrigger Canoe Race, Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Dancing and Music Call: 805-200-8674 alohabeachfestival.us
WASCO - Rose Festival & Parade September 6 -9, 2012. The Wasco Festival of Roses includes a parade, Rose Show, Art Show, Fun Run, Pancake Breakfast and more. ci.wasco.ca.us

Monday, September 10, 2012

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Friday, September 14, 2012

BERKELEY - Old Time Music Convention September 12-16, 2012. Downtown The Berkeley Old Time Music Convention is a five day music festival featuring performances by local and national acts, a square dance, open cabaret, jamming, concerts, and stringband contest in venues throughout Berkeley. Location: Various Berkeley Venues: Downtown, West Berkeley, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 90474 Call: (510) 848-5108. berkeleyoldtimemusic.org | Region: Bay Area
BIG BEAR LAKE - Film Festival Sept. 13-16, 2012. Performing Arts Center (PAC) 39707 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (909) 866-4970 Cost: $7.50 - $100. bigbearlakefilmfestival.com
LODI - Lodi Grape Festival & Harvest Fair, September 13-16, 2012. Be sure to see the ever popular Grape Stomp Competition. Admission: $TBD. Location: 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA. grapefestival.com | Region: Central Valley
LOTUS - American River Festival, Sept. 14-16. americanrivermusic.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
SAN BERNARDINO - 23rd Annual Route 66 Rendezvous, September 13-16, 2012. Held in the 35 blocks of downtown San Bernardino the event attracts over 500,000 people to see 1,700 classics, customs, trucks, muscle cars and Corvettes. Enjoy great food, live music and entertainment, activities for the kids in Meadowbrook Park, rides, BMX Stunt Show, and Movies in the Park. Experience the contests such as the Neon Light (car participants compete to see who has the most creative and decorative neon lights at a night cruise) , Poker Run, Open Header (contestants aim for the highest decibel reading,) Run with the Cops, and Model Car. Time: Thurs. & Fri. 6-10 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. route-66.org Location: San Bernardino, Calif . route-66.org
SAN PEDRO - Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival September 14-16, 2012. Ports O' Call Village with parking at 22nd & Sampson Way -parking lot / free shuttle, free parking San Pedro, CA. Cost: $10 general admission (may change) lobsterfest.com/tickets)
SOLVANG - Danish Days, September 14-16, 2012. Event includes Authentic Foods, Music, Folk Dancing & Three Parades plus Living History Exhibits Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Solvang. solvangusa.com | Region: Central Coast
UKIAH - Fabulous Flashback Car Show, September 14-16, 2012. Pre-1973 stock and modified vehicles. $35 pre-registration includes Dash Plaque, Participant Gift and Poker Run Hand. Free to Friday Open House and the Friday Night Bash. Saturday show-- classic cars line the streets of historic downtown Ukiah. The event also includes a pancake breakfast, car parts Swap Meet and Farmer's Market. At the conclusion of the show, more than 70 winning vehicles parade down School Street towards the announcer's stand where they are presented with their trophy by Miss Mendocino. Participants have the option to attend the evening BBQ. Sunday- Cruise through Ukiah Valley during the Poker Run, drawing a card at each designated stop along the way. Poker Run awards and raffle prizes are presented at the final destination. earlyironofukiah.org
VACAVILLE - Vaca Jazz Festival September 14-16, 2012 vacajazzsociety.org | Region: Central Valley

Saturday, September 15, 2012

ANTIOCH - Delta Blues Festival -held in the Delta region of California, the type of place where blues are great. It will be held in Antioch, CA. deltabluesfestival.net more blues festivals
ANTIOCH - Billetproof Nor Cal. One-of-a-kind event for those who build your own traditional style rods and customs on a limited budget. NO billet-clad, digital gauge, pastel graphic, named after a fifties song trailer queens live bands, etc. Event includes the sickest 64 and prior do-it-yourself traditional rods, kustoms and motorcycles on the planet. Limiting attendance to 1000 vehicles, so register early! Indoor vendor and artist booths, Swap, Meet Pinstripe panel jam, Live bands playing throughout the day, and free Delta Blues Festival in downtown Antioch on Sat. Night. Location: Antioch Fairgrounds, 1201 West Tenth St., Antioch, California. Time: 9 a.m. public. billetproof.com Prices, subject to change: $10 general admission, Free for kids under 13 and police & fire with proper ID. Car registration is $30.
BERKELEY - Old Time Music Convention September 12-16, 2012. Downtown The Berkeley Old Time Music Convention is a five day music festival featuring performances by local and national acts, a square dance, open cabaret, jamming, concerts, and stringband contest in venues throughout Berkeley. Location: Various Berkeley Venues: Downtown, West Berkeley, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 90474 Call: (510) 848-5108. berkeleyoldtimemusic.org | Region: Bay Area
BIG BEAR LAKE - Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. Call: (909)585-3000 bigbearevents.com
BIG BEAR LAKE - Film Festival Sept. 13-16, 2012. Performing Arts Center (PAC) 39707 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (909) 866-4970 Cost: $7.50 - $100. bigbearlakefilmfestival.com
CARMEL Oktoberfest, September September 15-16, 2012. Modeled after the Munich event. Time: Noon – 6pm Tickets $15. Lo0cation: The Barnyard, 3618 The Barnyard, Carmel, CA   831-624-8886 oktoberfestmontereybay.com | Region: Central Coast
CORONADO - Art Walk September 15-16. Paintings, photography, ceramics, hand-crafted jewelry and other mediums. Admission is free and a complimentary shuttle transports guests along Orange Avenue, with a stop at the popular Art-in-the-Park in Spreckels Park. Location: Coronado Ferry Landing, Coronado, CA. coronadoartwalk.org
ENCINITAS - Wavecrest Woodie Meet. There are around 300 woodies of every size, shape, description on display. Throughout the day there is Hawaiian and surf music performed live, along with fabulous raffle prizes and awards for the best of the best. Wavecrest merchandise and food will be available at the event. Time: 8 a.m. Location: Moonlight Beach at the end of Encinitas Blvd in Encinitas, CA. sandiegowoodies.com | Region: San Diego County
HOLLISTER -Northern California Renaissance Faire    September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire.com | Region: Central Valley
LODI - Lodi Grape Festival & Harvest Fair, September 13-16, 2012. Be sure to see the ever popular Grape Stomp Competition. Admission: $TBD. Location: 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA. grapefestival.com | Region: Central Valley
LOTUS - American River Festival, Sept. 14-16. americanrivermusic.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
SAN BERNARDINO - 23rd Annual Route 66 Rendezvous, September 13-16, 2012. Held   in the 35 blocks of downtown San Bernardino the event attracts over 500,000 people to see 1,700 classics, customs, trucks, muscle cars and Corvettes. Enjoy great food, live music and entertainment, activities for the kids in Meadowbrook Park, rides, BMX Stunt Show, and Movies in the Park. Experience the contests such as the Neon Light (car participants compete to see who has the most creative and decorative neon lights at a night cruise) , Poker Run, Open Header (contestants aim for the highest decibel reading,) Run with the Cops, and Model Car. Time: Thurs. & Fri. 6-10 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. route-66.org Location: San Bernardino, Calif . route-66.org
SAN PEDRO - Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival September 14-16, 2012. Ports O' Call Village with parking at 22nd & Sampson Way -parking lot / free shuttle, free parking San Pedro, CA. Cost: $10 general admission (may change) lobsterfest.com/tickets)
SOLVANG - Danish Days, September 14-16, 2012. Event includes Authentic Foods, Music, Folk Dancing & Three Parades plus Living History Exhibits Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Solvang. solvangusa.com | Region: Central Coast
UKIAH - Fabulous Flashback Car Show, September 14-16, 2012. Pre-1973 stock and modified vehicles. $35 pre-registration includes Dash Plaque, Participant Gift and Poker Run Hand. Free to Friday Open House and the Friday Night Bash. Saturday show-- classic cars line the streets of historic downtown Ukiah. The event also includes a pancake breakfast, car parts Swap Meet and Farmer's Market. At the conclusion of the show, more than 70 winning vehicles parade down School Street towards the announcer's stand where they are presented with their trophy by Miss Mendocino. Participants have the option to attend the evening BBQ. Sunday- Cruise through Ukiah Valley during the Poker Run, drawing a card at each designated stop along the way. Poker Run awards and raffle prizes are presented at the final destination. earlyironofukiah.org
VACAVILLE - Vaca Jazz Festival September 14-16, 2012 vacajazzsociety.org | Region: Central Valley

Sunday, September 16, 2012

BERKELEY - Old Time Music Convention September 12-16, 2012. Downtown The Berkeley Old Time Music Convention is a five day music festival featuring performances by local and national acts, a square dance, open cabaret, jamming, concerts, and stringband contest in venues throughout Berkeley. Location: Various Berkeley Venues: Downtown, West Berkeley, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA 90474 Call: (510) 848-5108. berkeleyoldtimemusic.org | Region: Bay Area
BIG BEAR LAKE - Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. Call: (909)585-3000 bigbearevents.com
BIG BEAR LAKE - Film Festival Sept. 13-16, 2012. Performing Arts Center (PAC) 39707 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (909) 866-4970 Cost: $7.50 - $100. bigbearlakefilmfestival.com
CARMEL Oktoberfest, September 15-16, 2012. Modeled after the Munich event. Time: Noon – 6pm Tickets $15. Lo0cation: The Barnyard, 3618 The Barnyard, Carmel, CA   831-624-8886 oktoberfestmontereybay.com | Region: Central Coast
CORONADO - Art Walk September 15-16. Paintings, photography, ceramics, hand-crafted jewelry and other mediums. Admission is free and a complimentary shuttle transports guests along Orange Avenue, with a stop at the popular Art-in-the-Park in Spreckels Park. Location: Coronado Ferry Landing, Coronado, CA. coronadoartwalk.org
FALLBROOK - English Motors at Fairbrook Car Show. 4949 S. Mission Rd. Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. englishmotorsatfairbrook.org
HOLLISTER -Northern California Renaissance Faire    September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire.com | Region: Central Valley
LODI - Lodi Grape Festival & Harvest Fair, September 13-16, 2012. Be sure to see the ever popular Grape Stomp Competition. Admission: $TBD. Location: 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA. grapefestival.com | Region: Central Valley
LOTUS - American River Festival, Sept. 14-16. americanrivermusic.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
SAN JOSE - Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Almaden Lake Almaden Expressway and Coleman Ave. San Jose, CA almadenwine.com Admission: Free; Beer & Wine Fee per pour or glass
SAN BERNARDINO - 23rd Annual Route 66 Rendezvous, September 13-16, 2012. Held   in the 35 blocks of downtown San Bernardino the event attracts over 500,000 people to see 1,700 classics, customs, trucks, muscle cars and Corvettes. Enjoy great food, live music and entertainment, activities for the kids in Meadowbrook Park, rides, BMX Stunt Show, and Movies in the Park. Experience the contests such as the Neon Light (car participants compete to see who has the most creative and decorative neon lights at a night cruise) , Poker Run, Open Header (contestants aim for the highest decibel reading,) Run with the Cops, and Model Car. Time: Thurs. & Fri. 6-10 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. route-66.org Location: San Bernardino, Calif . route-66.org
SAN PEDRO - Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival September 14-16, 2012. Ports O' Call Village with parking at 22nd & Sampson Way -parking lot / free shuttle, free parking San Pedro, CA. Cost: $10 general admission (may change) lobsterfest.com/tickets)
SOLVANG - Danish Days, September 14-16, 2012. Event includes Authentic Foods, Music, Folk Dancing & Three Parades plus Living History Exhibits Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Solvang. solvangusa.com | Region: Central Coast
UKIAH - Fabulous Flashback Car Show, September 14-16, 2012. Pre-1973 stock and modified vehicles. $35 pre-registration includes Dash Plaque, Participant Gift and Poker Run Hand. Free to Friday Open House and the Friday Night Bash. Saturday show-- classic cars line the streets of historic downtown Ukiah. The event also includes a pancake breakfast, car parts Swap Meet and Farmer's Market. At the conclusion of the show, more than 70 winning vehicles parade down School Street towards the announcer's stand where they are presented with their trophy by Miss Mendocino. Participants have the option to attend the evening BBQ. Sunday- Cruise through Ukiah Valley during the Poker Run, drawing a card at each designated stop along the way. Poker Run awards and raffle prizes are presented at the final destination. earlyironofukiah.org
VACAVILLE - Vaca Jazz Festival September 14-16, 2012 vacajazzsociety.org | Region: Central Valley

Monday, September 17, 2012

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Thursday, September 20, 2012

POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
WOODSIDE - Filoli Special Thursdays. Stick around from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and soak up the rich seasonal colors to paint or photograph the historic house and gardens. Special dates include: September 20 and October 18, 2012. Space is limited, pre-registration is highly recommended. Fee: $25, includes same day admission to Filoli. You are welcome to arrive anytime after 10 a.m. to visit the historic Filoli house and garden and scout locations for your next masterpiece. Location: 86 Canada Road, Woodside, CA. Phone (650) 364-8300. filoli.org

Friday, September 21, 2012

Saturday, September 22, 2012

APPLE VALLEY -Apple Valley Fall Festival. Cost: Free. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. �Civic Center Park 14955 Dale Evans Parkway Apple Valley, CA (760) 240-7000 X 7071, applevalley.org
ARCADIA- St. Anthony Greek Festival (tentative dates) September 21-23, 2012 Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 12-10 p.m., Sun 12-9 p.m. Santa Anita Racetrack 285 W Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 Cost: $3, 12 and under free pasadenagreekfest.org, (626) 449-6943 | Category: Greek
BIG BEAR LAKE - Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. Call: (909)585-3000 bigbearevents.com
BOONVILLE - California Wool & Fiber Festival, Sep 21-23, 2012
HOLLISTER -Northern California Renaissance Faire September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire.com | Region: Central Valley
MONTEREY - Monterey Jazz Festival Sept. 21-23, 2102. 500 jazz artists on 8 stages. 55th annual jazz mega-festival event. Friday: Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra, Melody Gardot, Gordon Goodwin�s Big Phat Band. Saturday: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, For True Tour, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Tony Bennett, Jack DeJohnette, Pat Metheny & Christian McBride, Bill Frisell, Beautiful Dreamers Meets the 858 Quartet. Sunday: Esperanza Spalding, Radio Music Society, Next Generation Jazz Orchestra Directed by Paul Contos with Ambrose Akinmusire, Pat Metheny, Unity Band with Chris Potter, Antonio Sanchez, Ben Williams, Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour 55th Anniversary Celebration Dee Dee Bridgewater, Christian McBride, Ambrose Akinmusire, Chris Potter, Benny Green, Lewis Nash. montereyjazzfestival.org | Region: Central Coast
PLACERVILE - California State Championship, September 22 - 23, 2012. KCBS Sanctioned Contest, Sportsman's BBQ Grill-Off Amateurs invited. Location: Placerville Fairgrounds 100 Placerville Drive Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621.5860 Applications for event are available online: eldoradocountyfair.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
REDONDO BEACH - Lobster Festival, Sept. 21-23, 2012. Location: Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach, CA. redondochamber.com
SAN DIEGO - Pacific Islander Festival, �September 22 and 22, 2012 � Ski Beach, San Diego, CA. Emphasis on the Indigenous People of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. Heali'is Polynesian Revue is a special treat! Free admission There will be a fee for parking in the west side parking lots just west of Ski Beach near the Paradise Point Resort. $10.00 per vehicle. No in and out privileges will be allowed. There's also a $1 per person shuttle fee. All shuttles will be collecting $1 from each person utilizing a seat on all shuttles taking you to the Pacific Islander Festival. For more information call 619-699-8797 or email PIFA at info@pifasandiego.com.

Sunday, September 23, 2012

ARCADIA- St. Anthony Greek Festival (tentative dates) September 21-23, 2012 Fri 5-10 pm, Sat 12-10 p.m., Sun 12-9 p.m. Santa Anita Racetrack 285 W Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 Cost: $3, 12 and under free pasadenagreekfest.org, (626) 449-6943 | Category: Greek
BIG BEAR LAKE - Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. Call: (909)585-3000 bigbearevents.com
BOONVILLE - California Wool & Fiber Festival, Sep 21-23, 2012
HOLLISTER -Northern California Renaissance Faire September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire.com | Region: Central Valley
MONTEREY - Monterey Jazz Festival Sept. 21-23, 2102. 500 jazz artists on 8 stages. 55th annual jazz mega-festival event. Friday: Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra, Melody Gardot, Gordon Goodwin�s Big Phat Band. Saturday: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, For True Tour, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Tony Bennett, Jack DeJohnette, Pat Metheny & Christian McBride, Bill Frisell, Beautiful Dreamers Meets the 858 Quartet. Sunday: Esperanza Spalding, Radio Music Society, Next Generation Jazz Orchestra Directed by Paul Contos with Ambrose Akinmusire, Pat Metheny, Unity Band with Chris Potter, Antonio Sanchez, Ben Williams, Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour 55th Anniversary Celebration Dee Dee Bridgewater, Christian McBride, Ambrose Akinmusire, Chris Potter, Benny Green, Lewis Nash. montereyjazzfestival.org | Region: Central Coast
PLACERVILE - California State Championship, September 22 - 23, 2012. KCBS Sanctioned Contest, Sportsman's BBQ Grill-Off Amateurs invited. Location: Placerville Fairgrounds 100 Placerville Drive Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621.5860 Applications for event are available online: eldoradocountyfair.org
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
REDONDO BEACH - Lobster Festival, Sept. 21-23, 2012. Location: Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach, CA. redondochamber.com
SAN DIEGO - Pacific Islander Festival, �September 22 and 22, 2012 � Ski Beach, San Diego, CA. Emphasis on the Indigenous People of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. Heali'is Polynesian Revue is a special treat! Free admission There will be a fee for parking in the west side parking lots just west of Ski Beach near the Paradise Point Resort. $10.00 per vehicle. No in and out privileges will be allowed. There's also a $1 per person shuttle fee. All shuttles will be collecting $1 from each person utilizing a seat on all shuttles taking you to the Pacific Islander Festival. For more information call 619-699-8797 or email PIFA at info@pifasandiego.com.

Monday, September 24, 2012

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Friday, September 28, 2012

Saturday, September 29, 2012

BIG BEAR LAKE - Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. Call: (909)585-3000 bigbearevents.com
DANA POINT - BBQ Championship Presented by the City of Dana Point & the Kansas City Barbeque Society. Location: Sea Terrace Park Pacific Coast Highway & Niguel Road Dana Point, California. Call (949) 248-3530. kcbs.us
HOLLISTER -Northern California Renaissance Faire September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire.com | Region: Central Valley
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County
OCEANSIDE - Harbor Days September 29-30, 2012. Two event-filled days of sun, sand and surf provide an outstanding opportunity for our vendors to enjoy the thousands of residents and neighbors who come out to experience the many fun activities, including first-rate arts & crafts, great food, the Pirate�s Cove exhibition, vintage pirate ships, kids area, Nail n' Sail competition, military, police and fire displays, and much, much more. Harbor Days is free to the public. Shuttle buses run all day from various parking locations and to the different venues. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Beach & Harbor, Oceanside, CA. kennedyfaires.com

Sunday, September 30, 2012

BIG BEAR LAKE - Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest September 15-October 27, 2012 (weekends): features America's highest elevation biergarten; authentic German food, music, and dance groups; activities, including America's only stein-holding contests; and a fun zone for children and families. Call: (909)585-3000 bigbearevents.com
HOLLISTER -Northern California Renaissance Faire September 15 - October 14, 2012 (Saturdays & Sundays). Step back to an authentic Elizabethan Renaissance village nestled in the shaded glen of Hollister. English Ales, foods, entertainment and authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to life. Alhtages welcome! Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celtic Rock Series starts at 6 p.m. and is free with admission on Saturdays. Cost - subject to change: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR. norcalrenfaire.com | Region: Central Valley
OCEANSIDE - Harbor Days September 29-30, 2012. Two event-filled days of sun, sand and surf provide an outstanding opportunity for our vendors to enjoy the thousands of residents and neighbors who come out to experience the many fun activities, including first-rate arts & crafts, great food, the Pirate�s Cove exhibition, vintage pirate ships, kids area, Nail n' Sail competition, military, police and fire displays, and much, much more. Harbor Days is free to the public. Shuttle buses run all day from various parking locations and to the different venues. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Beach & Harbor, Oceanside, CA. kennedyfaires.com
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair. August 31 - September 30, 2012. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking: $10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat & Sunday. lacountyfair.com | Region: Los Angeles County

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