East Bay Events by City
A quick guide to what’s coming up in each of Glenn’s East Bay markets. Tap a city’s calendar link to see everything on the books, or browse the highlights below.
AUG 13, 2026 · 7–8:30 PM
Broadway Plaza Concert: The Bell Brothers
Free summer concert series at Broadway Plaza — bring a chair and grab dinner from a nearby restaurant.
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SEP 25–26, 2026
Walnut Creek Oktoberfest
Two days of German beer, bratwurst, live music and a kids’ Kinder Karneval at Civic Park East.
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Pleasant Hill
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AUG 16, 2026 · 6–8 PM
Sunset by the Lake: King Tritone
Free evening concert at City Hall Lake with food trucks and a Family Fun Zone.
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AUG 20, 2026 · 7–9 PM
Summer Concert Series: The Cheeseballs
Free Thursday evening concert at Downtown Plaza — bring a blanket or chairs.
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AUG 13, 2026
Music & Market: Carlos Reyes
Farmers market at 4 PM, Latin jazz on the main stage at 6:30 PM, Todos Santos Plaza.
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AUG 20, 2026
Music & Market: Three Queens of Motown
Motown tribute on the main stage, farmers market from 4 PM, Todos Santos Plaza.
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AUG 8, 2026 · 8 AM–5 PM
Benicia Peddler’s Fair
Since 1963: 11 blocks of antiques, crafts and food vendors along historic First Street.
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AUG 15, 2026 · 11 AM–4 PM
5th Annual Dreaming of the Islands
Island-vibes market and faire along the Carquinez Strait — vendors, tropical treats and Hawaiian food.
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AUG 16, 2026 · 10 AM–5 PM
55th Annual Art in the Park
60+ local artists at Susana Park, plus live music, food trucks and a Wine & Beer Garden.
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AUG 29, 2026 · 11 AM–7 PM
Martinez Sesquicentennial Festival
A waterfront-wide celebration of Martinez’s 150th anniversary at the Marina and Waterfront Park.
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SEP 19–20, 2026
Lafayette Art & Wine Festival
Contra Costa’s largest annual festival — 200+ art and craft booths, four music stages, and kid zones.
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AUG 13–15, 2026
“Present Laughter” — Starlight Village Players
Noel Coward’s comedy closes its run at Orinda Community Park, evening performances Thu–Sat.
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SEP 12, 2026
Orinda Classic Car Show (22nd Annual)
200 classic cars in Orinda Village, free to spectators, benefiting Seniors Around Town.
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SEP 10, 2026 · 4–8 PM
Autos of Alamo Festival (13th Annual)
Free classic, hot rod and muscle car show at Alamo Plaza Shopping Center, with live music and food.
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SATURDAYS · 9 AM–1 PM
Danville Farmers’ Market
Produce, flowers and baked goods from local growers at the Railroad Avenue lot, rain or shine.
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