Street festivals, food shows and music events — this is just a sampling of the many fun things to do this August in the South Bay. Why not bask in this month’s warm summer weather with some exciting events?
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Temperatures in the South Bay average 60s to 70s during this month.
Featured photo: World Dog Surfing Championships, by Jojet Ortega Photography.
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Hang out on the beach and watch incredible dogs catch some waves at the World Dog Surfing Championships at Pacifica’s Linda Mar Beach. Activities during this event will include the surf competition, a dog beach fashion contest, dog adoptions, partner tents with additional activities and more. Contestants can also help support and fundraise for various dog charities.
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This San Jose street festival showcasing Italian culture has something for the whole family. Kids can get creative and paint Venetian masks, teens will love the grape stomping competition and adults can enjoy the relaxing wine tasting garden. There’s also plenty of food on offer, from classic Italian dishes to modern takes on traditional flavors.
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Get your groove on at this year’s San Jose Jazz Summer Fest. This celebration of culture will feature artists playing jazz, blues, salsa, Latin, R&B and global music, with headliners like Herbie Hancock and the Family Stone. Though it’s an outdoor, daytime festival, music will play on into the night at clubs and bars around San Jose as part of the festival’s Club Crawl. If you love music, you won’t want to pass on this one.
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Do you consider yourself a foodie? Come out to the Bay Area’s favorite night market, FoodieLand! Hosted at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds, this event will take you through some of the most exciting eats in the area. Try your first tornado potato, giant grilled oyster or, if you’re down to splurge, the $30 baby-bottle lemonade. Not only are these treats delicious, they’re totally Instagrammable.
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Three stages of entertainment and music pop up along Burlingame Avenue for this summertime party. Add in wine, art and food, and you’ve got a celebration to draw in everybody on the Peninsula. Dance your heart out to one of the local bands, or peruse vintage vehicles in the classic car show. There’s even activities for kids at the kids play area.
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The Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce is hosting this explosion of over 250 fine art and contemporary crafts displays, showcasing some of the Bay Area’s most talented artists. There’s also a street painting expo, stage entertainment and the best food and wine you could ask for. Although there is alcohol, don’t hesitate to bring the whole family and let the little ones explore the Kids’ Art Studio.
Event Venues
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