California August 2012 Events Calendar

2012 Events Wednesday, August 1, 2012

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5, 2012. This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing

LA JOLLA - La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. 8th Annual car show at La Jolla Cove, CA from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Thursday, August 2, 2012

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5, 2012. This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Friday, August 3, 2012

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5, 2012. This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing


Saturday, AUGUST 4, 2012

BIG BEAR LAKE - Moonridge Zoo 2012 Blues for the Zoo concert. Fine Food - Local Artisans - Cool Breezes on the Lake. Location: Moonridge Zoo 43285 Goldmine Drive Big Bear Lake, CA 878-4200 moonridgezoo

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5, 2012. This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Sunday, August 5, 2012

BODEGA BAY - The Big Event Barbecue, 10am - 5p.m. in Bodega, CA. Parade is 10am on Saturday morning. All proceeds go to support the Bodega Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, please visit www.bodegafire or 876-9438

HUNTINGTON BEACH - US Open of Surfing, July 28-August 5, 2012. This annual, free event on the beach includes free concerts, free activities and a variety of beach games and contests ranging from surfing to skateboarding. usopenofsurfing


Monday, August 6, 2012
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Mother's Day
Thursday, August 9, 2012

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Friday, August 10, 2012

LA JOLLA - La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. 8th Annual car show at La Jolla Cove, CA from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Saturday, August 11, 2012

APPLE VALLEY - Rockin' Flea Market. The Town of Apple Valley invites the public to this popular event where musicians keep the shoppin' rockin' with live music and a friendly food vendor will keep the fixin's flowin'. This is the place to make someone's trash your treasure! Location: Lion's Park Time: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 240-7000 X 7071. applevalley

PASO ROBLES - Rotary Winemakers' Cookoff. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: River Oaks Hot Springs, 800 Clubhouse Drive, Paso Robles, CA. 5 per person, age 21+ only. 264-6979 winemakerscookoff

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

SEBASTOPOL -Gravenstein Apple Fair August 11-12, 2012. Apple foods, vendor sales and musical entertainment, plus a carnival for all to enjoy. sebastopolappleblossom


Sunday, August 12, 2012

CARLSBAD - Art in the Village. Art Show extends throughout the Village of Carlsbad. Carlsbad Business Association 14th annual arts in the village faire is a one day open-air event situated in the beautiful village of Carlsbad includes a wide array visual arts exhibits and several international food vendors. Exhibitor booths are located along State Street and Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA. Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. kennedyfaires

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Weekly Farmers Market and Street Fair. Time: 5-9 p.m. Location: 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. hbdowntown

SEBASTOPOL -Gravenstein Apple Fair August 11-12, 2012. Apple foods, vendor sales and musical entertainment, plus a carnival for all to enjoy. sebastopolappleblossom


Monday, August 13, 2012
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Wednesday, August 15, 2012

BELMONT SHORE - Stroll & Savor, August 15 & 16, 2012, 5:30 - 9 p.m. belmontshore


Thursday, August 16, 2012

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

WOODSIDE - Filoli Special Thursdays . Stick around from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and soak up the rich seasonal colors to paint or photograph the historic house and gardens. Special dates include: August 16, September 20 and October 18, 2012. Space is limited, pre-registration is highly recommended. Fee: 5, includes same day admission to Filoli. You are welcome to arrive anytime after 10 a.m. to visit the historic Filoli house and garden and scout locations for your next masterpiece. Location: 86 Canada Road, Woodside, CA. Phone 364-8300. filoli


Friday, August 17, 2012

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest and Beach Festival, August 17-19, 2012. Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival begins daily around 6 a.m. Location: Oceanside Pier and Amphitheater, 200 N The Strand, Oceanside, CA. oceansidelongboardsurfingclub Free to watch.


Saturday, August 18, 2012

COTATI - Accordion Festival August 18-19, 2012. Nonstop accordion music in this 21st annual event held at La Plaza Park. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 5-25 . (888) 559-2576. cotatifest Region: North Coast

CRESTLINE - Lake Gregory Dragon Boat Races August 18-19, 2012. Races go from 10 a.m. to 3:30. Cost is per boat / person, teams of 12. lgdragonboat

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest and Beach Festival, August 17-19, 2012. Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival begins daily around 6 a.m. Location: Oceanside Pier and Amphitheater, 200 N The Strand, Oceanside, CA. oceansidelongboardsurfingclub Free to watch.REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Sunday, August 19, 2012

COTATI - Accordion Festival August 18-19, 2012. Nonstop accordion music in this 21st annual event held at La Plaza Park. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. 5-25 . (888) 559-2576. cotatifest Region: North Coast

CRESTLINE - Lake Gregory Dragon Boat Races August 18-19, 2012. Races go from 10 a.m. to 3:30. Cost is per boat / person, teams of 12. lgdragonboat

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest and Beach Festival, August 17-19, 2012. Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival begins daily around 6 a.m. Location: Oceanside Pier and Amphitheater, 200 N The Strand, Oceanside, CA. oceansidelongboardsurfingclub Free to watch.


Monday, August 20, 2012

LA JOLLA - La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. 8th Annual car show at La Jolla Cove, CA from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.


Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Weekly Farmers Market and Street Fair. Time: 5-9 p.m. Location: 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. hbdowntown


Thursday, August 23, 2012

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Friday, August 24, 2012

CULVER CITY - Fiesta La Ballona, August 24 - 26, 2012 . August 24th 4:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment begins 5 p.m. Senior Early Bird Special Food Vendors open 6 p.m. Fiesta-Palooza Begins Beer Garden Opens Rides Open Early Bird Special Ends 9:30 p.m. Fiesta Palooza Ends Beer Garden Last 10 p.m. Location: Veterans Park, Culver Blvd. & Overland Ave., Culver City, CA. fiestalaballona


Saturday, August 25, 2012

BODEGA BAY - Seafood, Art & Wine Festival, August 25 - 26, 2012 10am - 6p.m. at 16855 Bodega Highway in Bodega, CA. Advanced tickets are 2 / 5 at the gate for adults; advanced / 3 gate for seniors; advanced / gate for teens 12-18; and kids under 12 are Parking is winecountryfestivals .

CULVER CITY - Fiesta La Ballona, August 24 - 26, 2012 . August 24th 4:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment begins 5 p.m. Senior Early Bird Special Food Vendors open 6 p.m. Fiesta-Palooza Begins Beer Garden Opens Rides Open Early Bird Special Ends 9:30 p.m. Fiesta Palooza Ends Beer Garden Last 10 p.m. Location: Veterans Park, Culver Blvd. & Overland Ave., Culver City, CA. fiestalaballona

MONTEREY - Turkish Arts & Culture Festival, August 25-26, 2012. Location: Custom House Plaza, 525 Polk St., turkfestca

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier

SUNNYVALE - Centennial Celebration, August 25-26, 2012. sunnyvale100


Sunday, August 26, 2012

BODEGA BAY - Seafood, Art & Wine Festival, August 25 - 26, 2012 10am - 6p.m. at 16855 Bodega Highway in Bodega, CA. Open: 11 a.m. Vendor Booths Open Rides open NEW! Kiddie Carnival opens Fiesta Stage entertainment begins Beer Garden opens 5:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment ends Beer Garden Last Call 6 p.m. Closes 9 p.m. fiestalaballona Advanced tickets are 2 / 5 at the gate for adults; advanced / 3 gate for seniors; advanced / gate for teens 12-18; and kids under 12 are Parking is winecountryfestivals .

CULVER CITY - Fiesta La Ballona, August 24 - 26, 2012 . August 24th 4:30 p.m. Fiesta Stage entertainment begins 5 p.m. Senior Early Bird Special Food Vendors open 6 p.m. Fiesta-Palooza Begins Beer Garden Opens Rides Open Early Bird Special Ends 9:30 p.m. Fiesta Palooza Ends Beer Garden Last 10 p.m. Location: Veterans Park, Culver Blvd. & Overland Ave., Culver City, CA. fiestalaballona

MONTEREY - Turkish Arts & Culture Festival, August 25-26, 2012. Location: Custom House Plaza, 525 Polk St., turkfestca

PINOLE - Art & Wine in the Park

ROCKLIN - Placer County Woofstock. Bring your beloved family pet to Johnson-Springview Park from 8am to 2pm for this special canine friendly event. Weiner dog races, live bands, vendors, demonstrations, activities, contests, Rescue Row Adoptions, the Grateful Dog Walk/Run and more! woofstockrocklin

SUNNYVALE - Centennial Celebration, August 25-26, 2012. sunnyvale100


Monday, August 27, 2012


Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Thursday, August 30, 2012

REDONDO BEACH - Redondo Pier Summer Concert Series, through September 1. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier


Friday, August 31, 2012

HAPPY CAMP - Bigfoot Jamboree, August 31 - September 2, 2012. This event includes food, crafts, vendors, parade, a dance and lots of good old-fashioned fun along the banks of the wild and scenic Klamath River. 493-5106. bigfootjamboree

LONG BEACH - Hula Mau August 31 - September 3, 2012

Long Beach, CA E Hula Mau 2012 Southern California's 17th Annual Hula & Chant Competition August 31, September1, 2 & 3 4 Friday - Sunday Terrace Theater 300 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 436-3661 ehulamau

TAFT - Taft Bike Fest Labor Day 2012 through September 3, 2012. Taft Bike Fest 2012 Labor Day Weekend Biker Games, Stunt Show, Pin Up Girl Contest, Tattoo Contest, Motorcycle Show, Food and Craft Vendors, Motorcycle Gear & Clothes and more! RV/Tent Camping (Dry Camping) for a Fee Vendors Spaces Available and More! Location: Rails to Trails. Contact taftbikefest@yahoo or 661-765-2165


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