🎉 Your Weekend Lineup is Packed with Culture, Music & Good Vibes

From street fairs to live orchestras, Frida-inspired celebrations to beer strolls—something is happening everywhere you turn.

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Spotlight:
👔 Back Outside Presents: Kickin’ It with Dad
📍Via Toledo Park, San Lorenzo, CA
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
🎟️ $13

Kickin’ It With Dad is more than just a kickball game- it’s a nostalgic day outside celebrating the men who show up for us!

Whether you’re a dad, uncle, stepdad, coach, mentor, big brother, family friend, or simply someone who values community, this event is for YOU.

Join us for a fun-filled day of kickball, watermelon eating competitions, churros, music, laughter, family memories, and good vibes as we celebrate father figures and positive male role models in our community.

What To Expect:
💪🏼Pre-Game Group Stretch Session facilitated by Stretch Therapist, Zae Amerson

☄️Kickball games
🍉 Watermelon eating competition
🎶 Music & community vibes
🌼 “Give Dad His Flowers” station
📸 Photo-worthy moments
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly fun
🏆 Nostalgic summer energy

At Back Outside, our mission is to bring people back together through real-life connection, nostalgia, play, and community. We created this event to give men a space to feel appreciated, celebrated, and connected.

Come outside and make memories with us ☀️

💃Lesher Center Presents:
Fiesta Cultural Street Fair
📍1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
🎟️ Free

A celebration of Latin American arts and culture, Fiesta Cultural is a series of vibrant events and performances at the Lesher Center for the Arts.

Join us for a lively afternoon packed with live music, incredible dance performances, local artisans, and delicious food vendors right in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek! Perfect for the whole family. 🎉✨

📿Frida Kahlo’s Birthday Tianguis
📍La Pena Cultural Center | 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA
📅Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
🎟️ Free

Join the community as La Peña transforms the whole block into a vibrant tianguis (traditional open-air market)! Celebrate Frida Kahlo’s legacy with over 60 local vendors selling incredible handmade crafts, jewelry, art prints, and textiles.

Bring your sunscreen and the whole family for an afternoon filled with live music, great food, cultural performances, and amazing community vibes! 🌻✨

🎤 Papa Joe and The New Deal
📍Vino Godfather Winery | 1005 Walnut Ave. Vallejo, CA (Mare Island)
📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 1 PM - 4 PM (Gates open at 12:00 PM)
🎟️ $17 (advance) $22 (At the door) | Kids 12 and under are free!

Get your dancing shoes ready! One of the Bay Area’s favorite high-energy bands is bringing their effortless blend of soul, R&B, old-school funk, and Latin rock to the lawn. From James Brown to Bruno Mars, they play it all!

Grab a glass of wine, bring a comfy lawn chair, and enjoy amazing Cajun cuisine from the Delicious Dishez food truck. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome too! 🍷🎶🕺

*Delicious Dishez will be serving up Cajun Cuisine: southern fried chicken, fried fish, shrimp, fresh hand-cut chicken tenders, sticky icky wings, gourmet Mac n cheese, collard greens, seasoned fries, and hush puppies!

*Well-mannered dogs are welcome in the outside venue area.

*We will have seating but your own comfy folding chairs are welcome.

*You may bring your own water and "light snacks." NO large catering trays, chafing dishes, tables, or other large party supplies allowed. Must coordinate celebrations with the venue. [email protected]

NO outside alcohol of any kind!

🧩Mobile Museum Pop-up at the Port
📍Ferry Landing | 10th Clay St, Oakland, CA
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 5 PM
🎟️ Free Admission! (Donations to Habitot Children’s Museum appreciated!)

Looking for the ultimate weekend family activity? Habitot's Children Museum is a non-profit organization that serves a wide range of families. It’s traveling "mini museum" of mobile exhibits plus art, STEM, and maker activities is going on the road! Our exhibits and activities are best for kids 0-5, but siblings and adults are encouraged to play, too! It’s all the fun of a children's museum without worrying about the mess at home! 🚀💦🎨

*Public transport options include BART via 12th St Oakland City Center Station and the AC Transit #12 bus.

*Nearby parking available at the Broadway & Embarcadero West Garage or the Washington St & Embarcadero Garage (fees may apply). Metered parking available.

🍺Rock & Roll Beer Stroll 2026
📍Downtown Alameda | Alameda, CA
📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
🎟️ $50-$70 General Admission | $35 Designated Driver

Ready to sip and stroll your way through historic downtown Alameda? The 5th Annual Rock & Roll Beer Stroll is back! Grab your collectible tasting glass and explore 12+ unique downtown businesses turned into pop-up tasting rooms.

You’ll get to sample premium craft beers from incredible Northern California breweries (like Almanac, Barebottle, Faction, and Drake’s) paired with delicious bites prepared by local chefs. With live rock music keeping the vibes high all afternoon, it’s the perfect way to spend your Saturday! 🎸🍻🥨

*Tickets include a collectible tasting glass, premium beer tastings at unique downtown locations, small bites at some locations, and a commemorative guide.

🎻 Awesome Orchestra Collective
📍Point, San Pablo Harbor, CA
🗓️Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 2 PM - 5 PM
🎟️ Free event | (Required parking pass is $10 in advance)

Ever wanted to watch the magic of a massive 90+ member orchestra up close? Part performance and part open rehearsal, the Awesöme Orchestra Collective is bringing their epic sound right to the water!

Kick back in the BIG ART Concert Meadow and listen to the musicians bring powerful masterworks to life, including Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 and Mahler’s Symphony No. 5. This event is completely family-friendly, and you can grab food from Sailing Goat Restaurant, hit the Meadow Bar, or grab a sweet treat from the local ice cream truck! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music. 🌊🎶🍦

☕ Awaken Cafe & Roasting:
Craft Coffee That Wakes You Up Right

📍1429 Broadway (at 15th Street) Oakland, CA
⏰Monday - Sunday | 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
🎟️ Starts at $5

Rocking it in downtown Oakland since 2008, Awaken Cafe & Roasting is a community coffee-house, espresso bar, best-in-class coffee gear retailer, restaurant, beer & wine bar, and event venue.

But mainly, we are here to help bring people together to launch what’s next for Oakland and the world. And we might as well #drinkgoodcoffee while we’re at it.

WE ROAST OUR COFFEE REGULARLY AT PULLEY COLLECTIVE IN West Oakland.

*Sorry Folks, no Wifi.

3606 Linda Vista Ave, Napa, CA
3 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,808 SQFT
Welcome to your Napa retreat! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and tranquility. From the inviting interior spaces to the thoughtfully cared-for details throughout, pride of ownership shines in every room. Step outside to a peaceful backyard oasis designed for relaxation and entertaining, with serene surroundings that create the perfect escape. Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee on the porch or hosting friends and family, this home captures the laid-back Napa lifestyle you've been dreaming of.

1363 Sanctuary St, Pittsburg, CA
4 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 2,230 SQFT
OPEN SAT/ SUN Built in 2021 and loaded with upgrades, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the perfect blend of modern style, functionality, and convenience in a quiet, desirable neighborhood. Thoughtfully designed with multigenerational living in mind, the flexible floor plan features a full bedroom and bathroom on the main level—ideal for guests, extended family, or a private home office setup. Inside, you’ll find premium flooring, stunning quartz countertops, elegant truffle cabinetry, and an open-concept layout filled with natural light. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating the perfect space for entertaining and everyday living. Upstairs offers 3 additional bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a versatile bonus loft area perfect for a media room, playroom, gym, or second living space. Energy-efficient features include paid-off solar and a tankless water heater, helping provide long-term savings and modern comfort. Residents of this sought-after community also enjoy access to fantastic neighborhood amenities, including a park, dog park, BBQ area, and basketball court. Conveniently located just minutes from BART, shopping, dining, parks, and historic Old Town Pittsburg, this home also offers quick access to major freeways and Bailey Road, making it an excellent choice for commuters. A rare opportunity to own a newer construction home with stylish upgrades, an ideal layout, and an unbeatable location.

832 Serra Dr, San Leandro, CA
3 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,076 SQFT
Nestled in the sought-after Floresta Gardens neighborhood of San Leandro, this inviting single-story home offers comfort and convenience. The updated kitchen opens directly to the dining and living room areas, creating a bright open space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Large windows bring in an abundance of natural light while recessed lighting enhances the modern feel throughout the home. The primary bedroom includes its own bathroom for added privacy. Outside, enjoy low-maintenance front and back yards designed for easy upkeep. The front yard features a lemon tree, while the backyard offers a playground, dragon fruit plants, and plenty of space to relax or garden. Located near parks, local schools, shopping centers, dining, and commuter access, including freeways and BART. Floresta Gardens is a well-established neighborhood appreciated for its quiet residential feel and convenient central location. Please submit any offers by Thursday, 6/4 at Noon.

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Here’s to a week buzzing with culture, creativity, music, and community energy all around. A handpicked lineup of moments designed to spark inspiration, connect you to what’s happening nearby, and make planning your days feel effortless and exciting.

Thinking of hosting your own summer gatherings this year? If your current backyard isn't quite cutting it for those long weekend BBQs and lawn games, the East Bay summer markets are officially heating up. Reply directly to this email to get a custom list of local homes featuring incredible outdoor spaces currently on the market!

Have a safe and beautiful Memorial Day weekend,

Ryan DeAmaral

Co-Writer, Twin Oaks Insider

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