California August 2014 EventsCalendar

Aug. 1 – 2 Annual Doyle Days Lizard Races Dixon Park, Doyle. lassencountychamber :

August 1-3, 2014 Lassen Volcanic National Park Dark Sky Festival. Aug. 1 – 3 Lassen Volcanic National Park Dark Sky Festival” event includes ranger-led programs, NASA demonstrations and talks, junior ranger astronomy programs and more. For more info go to www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/stargazing.htm .

August 2, 2014 CUPERTINO: Lions Club Chicken Feed. Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: Blackberry Farm, 21979 San Fernando Road, Cupertino. 509-6557.

August 2, 2014 TEMECULA: Thornton Jazz Series with Bobby Caldwell & Keiko Matsui. Time: 7 p.m. 0-145. Location: Thornton Winery, 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA (951) 699-3021, thorntonwine

August 5, 2014 CALIFORNIA: First Night Out.

AUBURN: 59th Annual Western Trail Ride Tevis Cup 100 Miles One Day August 9, 2014

PASO ROBLES: Rotary Winemakers' Cookoff Saturday August 9, 2014 6 - 9 p.m.

BIG BEAR LAKE: Art on the Lake Fine Art Festival August 16-17, 2014. bigbearartscouncil

WINTERS: Earthquake Festival. August 22, 2014, 5-11 p.m. visitwinters

PALO ALTO: Festival of Arts August 23-24, 2014

August 23, 2014 TEMECULA: Thornton Jazz Series with Trombone Shorty. Time: 7 p.m. 0-145. Location: Thornton Winery, 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA (951) 699-3021, thorntonwine

August 24, 2014 TEMECULA: Thornton Jazz Series with Al Jarreau & Vincent Ingala. Time: 5 p.m. 0-145. Location: Thornton Winery, 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA (951) 699-3021, thorntonwine

WATSONVILLE: Labor Day Weekend Fly In, August 29- 31, 2014. Location: 100 Aviation Way, Watsonville, CA watsonvilleairshow

August 30, 2014 WILLOW CREEK: Big Foot Days 54th Annual Parade and Festival

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5??? This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing

LA JOLLA - La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. 8th Annual car show at La Jolla Cove, CA from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Saturday, August 2,

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5??? This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Sunday, August 3,

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5??? This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing


AUGUST 4,

BIG BEAR LAKE - Moonridge Zoo Blues for the Zoo concert. Fine Food - Local Artisans - Cool Breezes on the Lake. Location: Moonridge Zoo 43285 Goldmine Drive Big Bear Lake, CA 878-4200 moonridgezoo

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5??? This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


August 5, 2014

BODEGA BAY - The Big Event Barbecue, 10am - 5p.m. in Bodega, CA. Parade is 10am on Saturday morning. All proceeds go to support the Bodega Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, please visit www.bodegafire or 876-9438

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5??? This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing


Wednesday, August 6,
Thursday, August 7,
Friday, August 8 Mother's Day
Saturday, August 9,

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Sunday, August 10,

LA JOLLA - La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. 8th Annual car show at La Jolla Cove, CA from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Monday, August 11,

APPLE VALLEY - Rockin' Flea Market. The Town of Apple Valley invites the public to this popular event where musicians keep the shoppin' rockin' with live music and a friendly food vendor will keep the fixin's flowin'. This is the place to make someone's trash your treasure! Location: Lion's Park Time: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 240-7000 X 7071. applevalley

PASO ROBLES - Rotary Winemakers' Cookoff. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: River Oaks Hot Springs, 800 Clubhouse Drive, Paso Robles, CA. 5 per person, age 21+ only. 264-6979 winemakerscookoff

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

SEBASTOPOL -Gravenstein Apple Fair August 11-12???Apple foods, vendor sales and musical entertainment, plus a carnival for all to enjoy. sebastopolappleblossom


Tuesday, August 12,

CARLSBAD - Art in the Village. Art Show extends throughout the Village of Carlsbad. Carlsbad Business Association 1annual arts in the village faire is a one day open-air event situated in the beautiful village of Carlsbad includes a wide array visual arts exhibits and several international food vendors. Exhibitor booths are located along State Street and Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA. Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. kennedyfaires

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Weekly Farmers Market and Street Fair. Time: 5-9 p.m. Location: 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. hbdowntown

SEBASTOPOL -Gravenstein Apple Fair August 11-12???Apple foods, vendor sales and musical entertainment, plus a carnival for all to enjoy. sebastopolappleblossom


Wednesday, August 13,
Thursday, August 14,
Friday, August 15,

BELMONT SHORE - Stroll & Savor, August 15 & 16, , 5:30 - 9 p.m. belmontshore


Saturday, August 16,

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

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: August 16, September 20 and October 18??? Space is limited, pre-registration is highly recommended. Fee: 5, 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 364-8300. filoli


Sunday, August 17

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest and Beach Festival, August 17-19??? Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival begins daily around 6 a.m. Location: Oceanside Pier and Amphitheater, 200 N The Strand, Oceanside, CA. oceansidelongboardsurfingclub Free to watch.


Monday, August 18,

COTATI - Accordion Festival August 18-19???Nonstop accordion music in this 21st annual event held at La Plaza Park. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 5-25 . (888) 559-2576. cotatifest Region: North Coast

CRESTLINE - Lake Gregory Dragon Boat Races August 18-19???Races go from 10 a.m. to 3:30. Cost is per boat / person, teams of 12. lgdragonboat

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest and Beach Festival, August 17-19??? Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival begins daily around 6 a.m. Location: Oceanside Pier and Amphitheater, 200 N The Strand, Oceanside, CA. oceansidelongboardsurfingclub Free to watch.REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Tuesday, August 19,

COTATI - Accordion Festival August 18-19???Nonstop accordion music in this 21st annual event held at La Plaza Park. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 5-25 . (888) 559-2576. cotatifest Region: North Coast

CRESTLINE - Lake Gregory Dragon Boat Races August 18-19???Races go from 10 a.m. to 3:30. Cost is per boat / person, teams of 12. lgdragonboat

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Weekly Farmers Market and Street Fair. Time: 5-9 p.m. Location: 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. hbdowntown

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest and Beach Festival, August 17-19??? Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival begins daily around 6 a.m. Location: Oceanside Pier and Amphitheater, 200 N The Strand, Oceanside, CA. oceansidelongboardsurfingclub Free to watch.


Wednesday, August 20,

LA JOLLA - La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. 8th Annual car show at La Jolla Cove, CA from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Thursday, August 21,
Friday, August 22,
Saturday, August 23,

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Sunday, August 24,

CULVER CITY - Fiesta La Ballona, August 24 - 26 ??? . August 24th 4:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment begins 5 p.m. Senior Early Bird Special Food Vendors open 6 p.m. Fiesta-Palooza Begins Beer Garden Opens Rides Open Early Bird Special Ends 9:30 p.m. Fiesta Palooza Ends Beer Garden Last 10 p.m. Location: Veterans Park, Culver Blvd. & Overland Ave., Culver City, CA. fiestalaballona


Monday, August 25,

BODEGA BAY - Seafood, Art & Wine Festival, August 25 - 26 ??? 10am - 6p.m. at 16855 Bodega Highway in Bodega, CA. Advanced tickets are 2 / 5 at the gate for adults; advanced / 3 gate for seniors; advanced / gate for teens 12-18; and kids under 12 are Parking is winecountryfestivals .

CULVER CITY - Fiesta La Ballona, August 24 - 26 ??? . August 24th 4:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment begins 5 p.m. Senior Early Bird Special Food Vendors open 6 p.m. Fiesta-Palooza Begins Beer Garden Opens Rides Open Early Bird Special Ends 9:30 p.m. Fiesta Palooza Ends Beer Garden Last 10 p.m. Location: Veterans Park, Culver Blvd. & Overland Ave., Culver City, CA. fiestalaballona

MONTEREY - Turkish Arts & Culture Festival, August 25-26???Location: Custom House Plaza, 525 Polk St., turkfestca

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

SUNNYVALE - Centennial Celebration, August 25-26???sunnyvale100


Tuesday, August 26,

BODEGA BAY - Seafood, Art & Wine Festival, August 25 - 26 ??? 10am - 6p.m. at 16855 Bodega Highway in Bodega, CA. Open: 11 a.m. Vendor Booths Open Rides open NEW! Kiddie Carnival opens Fiesta Stage entertainment begins Beer Garden opens 5:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment ends Beer Garden Last Call 6 p.m. Closes 9 p.m. fiestalaballona Advanced tickets are 2 / 5 at the gate for adults; advanced / 3 gate for seniors; advanced / gate for teens 12-18; and kids under 12 are Parking is winecountryfestivals .

CULVER CITY - Fiesta La Ballona, August 24 - 26 ??? . August 24th 4:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment begins 5 p.m. Senior Early Bird Special Food Vendors open 6 p.m. Fiesta-Palooza Begins Beer Garden Opens Rides Open Early Bird Special Ends 9:30 p.m. Fiesta Palooza Ends Beer Garden Last 10 p.m. Location: Veterans Park, Culver Blvd. & Overland Ave., Culver City, CA. fiestalaballona

MONTEREY - Turkish Arts & Culture Festival, August 25-26???Location: Custom House Plaza, 525 Polk St., turkfestca

PINOLE - Art & Wine in the Park

ROCKLIN - Placer County Woofstock. Bring your beloved family pet to Johnson-Springview Park from 8am to 2pm for this special canine friendly event. Weiner dog races, live bands, vendors, demonstrations, activities, contests, Rescue Row Adoptions, the Grateful Dog Walk/Run and more! woofstockrocklin


Wednesday, August 27


Thursday, August 28
Friday, August 29
Saturday, August 30

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


August 31, 2014

HAPPY CAMP - Bigfoot Jamboree, August 31 - September 2???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. 493-5106. bigfootjamboree

LONG BEACH - Hula Mau August 31 - September 3 ???

Long Beach, CA E Hula Mau Southern California's 1annual Hula & Chant Competition August 31, September1, 2 & 3 4 Friday - Sunday Terrace Theater 300 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 436-3661 ehulamau

TAFT - Taft Bike Fest Labor Day through September 3???Taft Bike Fest Labor Day Weekend Biker Games, Stunt Show, Pin Up Girl Contest, Tattoo Contest, Motorcycle Show, Food and Craft Vendors, Motorcycle Gear & Clothes and more! RV/Tent Camping (Dry Camping) for a Fee Vendors Spaces Available and More! Location: Rails to Trails. Contact taftbikefest@yahoo or 661-765-2165


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