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| Contra Costa County Festivals, Music Concerts, Car Shows, BBQ's, Art Shows, and More! |
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| Music Fun Tonight at Veranda and in Downtown Walnut Creek |
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Finish humpday with a flurry of fun! Hang ten at the surf rock show tonight at the Veranda in Concord, or get down to the beats of the '70s and '80s with dance hits in downtown Walnut Creek. And guess what? It's all on the house! Don't miss out—dive in for the fun and finish humpday with a flurry of fun!
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First Wednesday with the MAD APPLE BAND
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"Dance Hits from the 70's & 80's"
Wed, May 1, @ 5:30pm
Enjoy an evening of entertainment, art, beer/wine, food, activities, and shopping from artisan vendors.
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Downtown Walnut Creek
Cypress St., between Locust & Broadway
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| CINCO DE MAYO FAMILY FUN DAY |
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Get ready for a fiesta like no other at our Cinco de Mayo Family Fun Day.
Join us in commemorating the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, and don’t be fooled by the name—there’s something for EVERYONE!
Plus, admission is FREE, so gather your amigos, your family, and anyone you want to share the day with, and head on over to Brownstone Gardens to revel in all the festivities!
Entertainment | Shopping | Food
Popular Add-On English Tea Party
Heer's Socials
BROWNSTONE GARDENS
91 Brownstone Rd., Oakley
>(925) 457-5525
12:30pm-4:30pm
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| Dále Vino Waterfront Wine Bar: The Best for Drinks and Live Music |
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Charcuterie, Panini's, Brie Bites, Truffles and Excellent Wines.
Thr 5/2... THROWBACK THURSDAY $20 pitchers of Beer, Sangria, and Pinot Grigio
Fri 5/3... FINALLY FRIDAY w/DJ Rob 6:30pm
Sun 5/5... SINGO DE MAYO Sing with DJ Koolen happy hour all-day
Mon 5/6... SOUL LINE DANCE First Monday dance lessons $5
Sat 5/11... CANVAS & CABERNET Paint & Sip take home your masterpiece. Tickets $35
Sun 5/12... MOTHERS DAY Champagne tasting, Macarons, Truffles, and the Ray Goodman R&B band Tickets $35
MORE MAY FUN Also Paint Nights, Brunch, Saxy Sounds and...
FOOD MENU | WINE MENU
Dale Vino Wine Bar
51 Marina Blvd, Suite C, Pittsburg
>(925) 635-3521
Wed-Thr 5-9pm; Fri 5-10; Sat 5-10pm; Sun 1-7pm; Closed Mon-Tue;
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| Today and Saturday! |
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Rev up your gardening prowess and leave your salad companions in awe! Enhance your summer culinary delights by cultivating exotic tomato varieties, available for a steal at just $4 per plant during the UC Master Garden Sale in Walnut Creek. But that's not all—prepare for excitement as two electrifying bands take the stage for FREE at the Bay Area Springfest in Todos Santos Plaza this Saturday. Bid farewell to winter and plunge into spring experiences!
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Get Your Spring On! Plants, Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Plus Food, Beer and Wine!
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Saturday, May 4, 12-7pm
More fun than you can shake a stick at, FREE KIDS ACTIVITIES, plus 2 GREAT BANDS, Free General Admission & Parking
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Todos Santos Plaza
2175 Willow Pass Rd., Concord
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| Wed May 1 |
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I adore a good deal, and there's something deeply satisfying about enjoying bottles of wine at 50% off that never fails to impress. As I sip my wine and take in the serene view of boats and ships at the Marina, I instantly feel a wave of relaxation wash over me. And if I timed it just right, I indulge in the happy hour food menu, feeling like I've hit the jackpot—but I always pay it forward to my servers.
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Pizza & Whiskey Night
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6pm, THE FACTORY BAR, Richmond. Offers Uncle Cheezy Pizza and a three-flight whiskey special tonight. "I'd like a beer back with my whiskey flight please." MORE INFO
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Short Ribs, Trivia and 12 Freshly Made Beers
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3pm SIDEGATE BREWERY, Concord. Fresh beer is poured all day, La Kura rolls in at 4pm with short ribs, the trivia game starts at 6:30, team up with smart people and win free beer. MORE INFO
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Expect The Best of Everything
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Prepare yourself for an extraordinary dining experience featuring seafood, pasta, steaks, and something very unique in our area: flaming desserts served tableside. Each dish is expertly prepared, and even my side salad amazes me every time I eat here. READ MORE COMMENTS
Fri May 3rd CINDY KAZA medium, show is up close and personal.
Sat May 4th CINDY KAZA medium, show is up close and personal.
Third Show added! call for tickets
Sun May 12th MOTHERS DAY brunch & dinner buffet
Cap's Restaurant
144 Oak St., Brentwood (925) 634-1025
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An Experience Like No Other!
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Tasting room, and Winery for R&B Cellars, as well as Carica Wines, Wachira Wines, Prima Materia, Barrel + Ink, and Far West Cider Company.
See | MENU | SS RED OAK | ARIAL VIDEO
Live music this weekend!
Fri 5/3... BRAZILIAN EAST BAY Larin Jazz 6pm
Sat 5/4... SOFRITO Latin jazz 2pm
Sun 5/5... MOJO MESSENGERS Classic Rock 2pm
Rigger's Loft Winery
1325 Canal Blvd, Richmond Shipyards >(510) 233-2065
Public Winery Hours Thr 5-8pm, Fri 5-9pm, Sat 1-9pm, Sun 1-7pm,
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| Thr May 2 |
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Get ready to be electrified by this phenomenal band's polished, harmonica-driven, horn-infused blues! Tonight at Wise Girl, in Pleasant Hill. With three decades of honing their craft, they deliver original tunes that pack a punch and generate enough energy to fuel you through the entire week. Don't hesitate—dive in and experience the thrill for yourself. Satisfaction guaranteed!
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Laugh-Ayette Stand Up Comedy Show
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7pm, TOWN HALL THEATRE, Lafayette. Bay Area Comics presents a Stand-up Comedy Showcase of the TOP independent comedians in the business. MORE INFO
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Salads, Pizza & Chris Ahlman Live
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6:30pm, THE FOURTH BORE, Orinda. Appetizers, Salads, Burgers & Sandwiches, Ribs, Tacos, Chicken, and live music. MORE INFO
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| Fun 7 Days A Week! |
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Nice selection of craft beers and wines. Well-stocked bar making tasty cocktails.
It is known for live music, good lighting and sound, and a large dance floor. There are also pool tables, darts, and a large patio area.
Lots of free parking and a tasty food menu.
It's the place to be 7 days a week for fun.
LIVE SHOWS | MENU
Fri 5/3 DAMAGE CONTROL and JOKER ON JACK
Sat 5/4 SWISS'S COMEDY SHOWCASE
Vinnie's
2045 Mt. Diablo St >(925) 685-9515
Open 11-2am 7 Days
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| Fri May 3 |
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Step into the enigmatic world of medium Cindy Kaza, a captivating figure drawing in crowds with her mesmerizing abilities. Once limited to a single Saturday afternoon matinee at Cap's in Brentwood, her demand has soared, now necessitating not two, but three shows. Dare to delve deeper into the mystery—reach out to Cap's at (925) 634-1025 and inquire about any unforeseen openings. Prepare for an intimate encounter like no other.
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Vinous Reverie, Walnut Creek Invites You To A Tasting
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I love these $15 tastings. You get to try some things you might not ever try, and if you like it, you can buy it! That's what I do.
New Friday tasting time 4-6pm. Saturday 1-4pm.
Taste wines from all over the world in a relaxed friendly setting. Guest speakers and wine experts answer questions.
Learn about wines, discover hidden gems, and buy wine @ closeout prices. FREE NEWSLETTER
554 Ygnacio Valley Rd
>(925) 464-5320
Mon-Fri 11-6 PM, Sat 12-5 PM
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| Sat May 4 |
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Well, slap me with a walnut and call me bewildered—Oakley's hitting the quarter-century mark as a city? Time sure flies when you're busy sprouting from a nut orchard into a full-fledged town! I confess, I still get turned around out there, and I used to call it home (albeit, a few more than 25 years back)! Here's to you, Oakley—may your streets always be paved with almonds of progress! Happy Birthday, indeed!
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Rev Your Engines!
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6pm, ANTIOCH SPEEDWAY. Non-stop, dirt track, auto racing. This week Midgets, Lightning Sprints, and Hobby Stocks. Tickets $15/$20. MORE INFO
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Hay Painting Fun On The Farm
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11-2pm FORREST HOME FARMS, San Ramon. Fun on the Farm Activities is FREE crafts and activities that highlight farm life and the late Victorian era. MORE INFO
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| Coming Soon: Three Card Poker |
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Play TEXAS HOLDEM & $5 BLACKJACK daily. Every Sat & Sun @ 12 noon play in the $80 "SIT & GO" HOLDEM TOURNAMENT 5 people win cash! Player reward jackpot over $14,000.
LARGEST SPORTS TICKER in Contra Costa
BLOODY MARY 16oz $6.75
SPACE DUST on tap!
Bud & Coors Light $4 (4-7pm)
19th Hole Casino & Sports Bar
2746 W. Tregallas Rd., Antioch >(925) 757-6545
Mon-Fri 11-2 AM, Sat/Sun 10AM-2AM
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Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (426-2537)
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| Sun May 5 |
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I'm buzzing with excitement to revisit West County! My must-visit spots include the stellar trio of Armistice, Elevation 66, and East Bros breweries for hoppy delights. Then there's The Factory Bar with its whiskey flights, the big vibes of Riggers, the classic charm of the SS Red Oak, the hidden gem Lara's, the exotic flavors of Baltic Kiss, and the thrill of Golden Gate Fields. If you're unfamiliar with these places, you must be new to the SPOTLIGHT newsletter! Trust me, each spot is a gem waiting to be discovered. With so much to explore, why not turn it into an epic long weekend adventure? Let the good times roll!
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Slow-Cooked BBQ, Tasty Sides, and the Elmwoods Band.
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5:30pm, SLOW HAND BBQ, Martinez. Tasty slow-cooked Beef Brisket, Pork Ribs, Wings, Tri Tip, Hot Links Burgers, and Elmwoods Band. MORE INFO
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Wine Tasting, Live Music, Pop-Ups, and Jeff Suburo Live
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1-4pm HANNAH NICOLE WINES, Brentwood. Pop-up shops, Camarones, live music, and wine tasting. MORE INFO
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| VOTING IS COMPLETE |
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| County Wide Wins In a Landslide |
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As we assessed the expanding pages of the SPOTLIGHT newsletter, the concept of zoning the information came up. However, given that over 95% of voters have voiced a resolute desire to delve into every fun option in Contra Costa, we've opted to maintain our initial strategy of telling it all. Thank you for being so supportive!
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| May Fun Ads... Just $59* |
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