Festivals

The Bay Area community is invited to Jeepney Jam 2025, a vibrant celebration of Philippine Independence Day, taking place Friday, June 6, from 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Garden at the Flea, located within the San Jose Flea Market at 1590 Berryessa Road. Admission is free, with on-site parking available for $5. Organized by LEAD Filipino in collaboration with Garden at…

June 13 to July 6, 2025 The Alameda County Fair returns to Pleasanton from June 13 to July 6, 2025, offering classic summer fun with carnival rides, funnel cakes, tasting fests, concerts, racing pigs, and more. This year, the Fair is also spotlighting local causes. On Wednesday, June 18, visitors can support the Alameda County Community Food Bank by donating…

The “51st Summer Solstice Parade” is full of bright costumes, festive floats, and super-big inflatables.

Saturday, June 14th from 11AM to 5PM The Northern California Soy and Tofu Festival will return for its 13th year on Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Event Center at St. Mary’s Cathedral in San Francisco. Located near Japantown, the festival invites the broader Bay Area community to celebrate the cultural and culinary versatility of…

California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with Bel Hernandez and Naibe Reynoso, co-founders of LATINAfest, for a sneak peek of this year’s celebration. LATINAfest, which will celebrate its 7th year, is the largest outdoor festival celebrating Latinas in the US. It will take place on June 1st, 2025 at Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown LA.

The African American Community Service Agency (AACSA) will host its 44th Annual Juneteenth in the Streets Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from noon to 7 p.m. in San Jose’s SoFA District. This free, family-friendly event celebrates freedom and culture with live performances, community panels, and engaging experiences. Highlights include a headlining performance by Mario, a special appearance by Tiera…

Asian Pacific America: The Filipino cultural festival Vallejo Pista Sa Nayon returns to the Mare Island Coal Sheds on June 7, 2025.

La Onda, a Latin music and culture festival by BottleRock, is returning to Napa Valley this summer. Set for May 31 and June 1, the two-day celebration will bring together a vibrant mix of music, food, art, and community. Taking place in the heart of wine country, La Onda is designed to highlight the richness and diversity of Latin culture….

City Center Bishop Ranch invites the Bay Area community to experience the spirit of Italy at Festa Italiana, taking place Saturday, June 1, from noon to 4 p.m. in Alexander Square. The free, family-friendly event celebrates Italian culture with a festive afternoon filled with art, music, and hands-on activities. Inspired by the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina…

Philanthropist & local drag icon, Jewels Long Beach reveals to California Live’s Amber Pfister what to expect from this weekend’s high energy, community-powered event. This year’s theme is “the power of community” and Jewels explains why this message is more important than ever.

“On Air with Ryan Seacrest” co-host Sisanie takes us behind the scenes of iHeartRadio’s 102.7 KIIS FM Wango Tango in Huntington Beach—featuring epic performances from Gwen Stefani, Doja Cat, and more!

California Live’s Amber Pfister is in Redondo Beach chatting with Chef Curtis Stone all about this year’s Beachlife Festival lineup, the Captains Culinary Experience, and getting a special performance from The Rookie5.

Saturday, May 31 – Sunday, June 1, 2025 Festa Italiana returns to San Francisco for a weekend of music, food, and family fun in the heart of North Beach. Held May 31 and June 1 on the 1600 block of Stockton Street, this free outdoor celebration is the city’s only traditional Italian street festival and a beloved community tradition. Visitors…

The Nikkei Matsuri Festival returns to San Jose’s Japantown on April 27, 2025, offering a day filled with cultural celebration, family-friendly activities and community connection. The free outdoor festival invites the Bay Area community to experience Japanese American traditions through food, art, and performances. Hosted by the Nikkei Matsuri Foundation, the annual event highlights Japanese American culture and heritage while…

Petaluma’s historic downtown will come alive on Saturday, April 19, for the 42nd annual Butter & Egg Days Parade and Festival, a beloved springtime tradition that blends family fun with community pride This year’s theme, “Petaluma’s Wonderland – Where Imagination Blooms,” invites guests to experience a world of wonder, creativity and local heritage. The event features a vibrant downtown...

CAAMFest, the nation’s leading festival showcasing films from Asian America and beyond, returns May 8–11, 2025. Presented by the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM), this year’s festival marks its 43rd edition with nearly 40 films, panel discussions, and special events taking place across San Francisco, including screenings at the AMC Kabuki in Japantown and the Roxie Theater. This year’s…

Cinequest, a film festival in the Silicon Valley, is igniting screens and minds, fusing film, tech, and pure inspiration. Forget passive viewing, this is about empowerment and discovery. From blockbuster premieres to groundbreaking virtual experiences, Cinequest is building community and sparking joy.

THE SEASON OF CELEBRITIES: It’s true that we regularly associate the later part of winter and early springtime with famous figures in Southern California; after all, that’s the time of year when the Academy Awards take place, and other ceremonies that are unabashedly starry. But the region has its own returning stars, the natural elements and wildlife wonders that we...

California Live’s Jessica Vilchis sits down with filmmaker, author, and creator of the Credo 23 Film Festival, Justine Bateman, who talks about her passion for creating the first AI-free festival and the dangers of AI in the film industry.