San Francisco and San Jose Bay Area

San Francisco - On Saturday, October 28, Leap Arts in Education will take over Ocean Beach to host the largest sandcastle contest in Northern California; featuring team competition, food trucks, and live music all day.

Santa Rosa, Calif.- Autumn has arrived with a fresh new season of programs and exhibitions at the Charles M. Schulz Museum. Events include a Veterans Day dedication ceremony, a visit from MUTTS cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, and A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

Half Moon Bay, Calif. - Searching for a HUGE autumn road trip adventure? The iconic Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival delivers California size thrills as it returns to celebrate 50 years this October 14 & 15, 2023.

Oakland, Calif. – Visit Oakland, the Destination Marketing Organization for Oakland, CA announces the launch of Oakland Style, an annual five-day celebration of art, music, fashion, cuisine, and culture.

Oakland, Calif. - Even to the ephemeral visitor, it's nearly impossible to overlook the passion and pride Oakland residents hold for their beloved city of approximately 425,000 denizens.

Intimate concert venues in Roseville, Sacramento and around Northern California are filling a rapidly growing demand for fans seeking a fuller experience in a more affordable and lively setting.

Santa Rosa, Calif., - The autumn has always belonged to Peanuts, when the Peanuts Gang boards the bus to return to school (much to Peppermint Patty's chagrin), Linus faithfully awaits

Oakland, Calif. - Visit Oakland launches the Oakland Vegan Trail, an online gastronomic guide that boasts 20+ plant-based restaurants found in The Town. With culinary hot spots serving up delicious globally inspired vegan cuisine from American to Chinese to Ethiopian, Filipino, Mexican, Thai and so much more

For discriminating travelers, Nobu Hotel Palo Alto provides a flawless experience in travel and dining that adds another feather to the cap of this world-class city.

Martinez, Calif. - Next time you're driving down 680, don't miss out on Martinez! A colorful, vibrant and fun-filled city bursting with plenty of character.