🧭 SNL Legend + Whiskey Walk + 50% Off at New Foodie Hot Spot

Plus: Fast Cars, Cocktails, & VIP Treatment in Danville

Good morning, Tri-Valley! A full lineup of can’t miss events is waiting for you!

  • 15 Distilleries, 6 Venues, 1 Epic Whiskey Walk 🥃

  • 50% Off at New Local Restaurant TOMORROW!

  • Fire It Up Friday! 🔥

  • SNL Legend Coming to the Bankhead

  • Harvest Bash: Wine, Live Music, & Homemade Mexican Food!

  • Saturday Shenanigans 🎸

  • Fast Cars and VIP Food & Drinks in Danville this Weekend

  • Sunday Funday

15 Distilleries, 6 Venues, 1 Epic Whiskey Walk!

🥃 Whiskey Lovers, This One’s for You! 🥃

The Mash Bill Livermore Whiskey Walk is just around the corner—Sunday, September 28th—and it’s shaping up to be an incredible afternoon of curated whiskey tasting at some of Livermore’s best bars and restaurants. From small-batch bourbons to international single malts, each stop features different distilleries to explore.

Standard Tickets – $85 include:
Access to whiskey tastings at all participating venues
A branded Glencairn glass to keep
A tasting card to guide your experience
A swag bag with premium goodies
Uber credit to help you get home safe

VIP Tickets – $125 include everything above, plus:
Express check-in
Upgraded swag bag
Raffle ticket for amazing bottles & prizes
Entry to the VIP After Party (location = top secret!)

This event is brought to you by Rosetta Roasting, with venues including The Fat Pigeon, Sons of Liberty Alehouse, The Syndicate, The Black Cat, Rebel Kitchen & Libations, and Nightcaps at Rosetta.

With 15 distilleries confirmed—including Michter’s, Maker’s Mark, Suntory, Fiddler Bourbon, Old Forester, Gentleman’s Cut, and more—this is a whiskey lover’s dream.

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Celebrate the Grand Opening of The Hangout Livermore with 50% Off Food this Friday!

🎉 Grand Opening This Friday: The Hangout Livermore! 🎉
I’m so excited to welcome this new spot to town—and they’re kicking things off with 50% off food all day long TOMORROW! The menu is pure comfort food fire: truffle fries, nacho fries, tandoori and peri peri wings, plus both traditional and Indian pizzas. 🍕🔥

📍 1524 N. Vasco Rd, Livermore
I’ll see you there—and don’t forget to tell them Tri-Valley Explorer sent you!

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September 19th- Fire It Up Friday! 🔥

🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸

  • Loren O | Retzlaff Vineyards | Livermore, 5–8pm

  • Urban Sky | Wood Family Vineyards | Livermore, 5–8pm

  • Honky Tonk Heroes | Cuda Ridge Wines | Livermore, 5–7:30pm

  • Blue Valley | Del Valle Winery | Livermore, 6–9pm

  • Funk Shui | McGrail Vineyard | Livermore, 6–9pm

  • The Hurricane Band | Casa Orozco | Livermore, 6–9pm

  • Carlos Reyes | Las Positas Vineyards | Livermore, 6–8:30pm

  • Dustbowl Travelers | Fenestra Winery | Livermore, 6–8:30pm

  • Jim Remy | Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen | 6-9pm

  • With Harmony | Hangout Livermore | 7–9pm

  • Mustache Harbor | Almost Famous Wine Lounge | Livermore, 7:30–9:30pm

  • Inner-State '80s | Main Street Brewery | Pleasanton, 8–11pm

  • Hit-n-Run | R Place | Livermore, 9pm–12am

🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭

  • Darren Carter | Tommy T’s | Pleasanton, 7:30pm

  • Funny Women of a Certain Age | Bankhead Theater | Livermore, 8pm.

SNL Legend, Jon Lovitz, at the Bankhead Theater on 9/26!

 🎭 Comedy Night at the Bankhead! 🎭


SNL fans, this one’s for you—especially if, like me, you loved the Jon Lovitz era. 😂 The comedy legend himself is coming to the Bankhead Theater, bringing his sharp wit and those unforgettable characters to the stage for one night only. From A League of Their Own to The Wedding Singer, Lovitz has kept us laughing for decades. Don’t miss this rare chance to see him live on September 26th | 8pm.

⚠️ This show is R-rated and recommended for ages 18+.

Wine Harvest Bash at Vasco Row on 9/27!

🍇 Cheers to Harvest 2025! 🍇


Harvest season is here, and The Steven Kent Winery and Rosa Fierro Cellars are teaming up to celebrate! On Saturday, September 27th from 5:30–8:30 PM, enjoy incredible wines, live music from Frequency (get ready to dance!), and delicious eats from Carnitas Aguirre.

Bring your friends, grab a seat on the patio, and soak up an evening of wine, food, music, and laughter. Wines will be available by the glass and bottle (no outside alcohol).

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September 20th - SATURDAY SHENANIGANS!

🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸

  • Steve Kritzer | The Bourbon Pear | Livermore, 6–9pm

  • The Blues Bottle Band | Casa Orozco | Livermore, 6–9pm

  • Jacob Woll Duo | BottleTaps | Pleasanton, 6-9pm

  • Shred is Dead | Las Positas Vineyards | Livermore, 6–8:30pm

  • Rockslide | Main Street Brewery | Pleasanton, 8–11pm

  • Crawdad Republic | Wood Family Estate | Livermore, 8pm

  • Gunpowder & Lace | Stampede | Livermore, 9pm

🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭

  • Darren Carter | Tommy T’s | Pleasanton, 7:45pm, 9:45pm

  • Comedy Night | Almost Famous Wine Lounge | 7:30pm

  • San Ramon Farmers Market at City Center Bishop Ranch. San Ramon, 9am.

  • Pleasanton Farmers Market in downtown Pleasanton. 9am - 1pm.

Fast Cars, Cocktails, Food & VIP Treatment in Danville

🚗✨ Concours d’Elegance in Downtown Danville ✨🚗
Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 | 10am–4pm

Downtown Danville will be filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of classic cars, exotic sports cars, wooden yachts and cruisers, motorcycles, and even vintage trailers. It’s a feast for every car enthusiast!

🌟 Concours VIP Lounge at Mangia Mi
Beat the heat and take a break in style! The VIP Lounge offers a cool, comfortable spot to relax, with delicious food and drinks served throughout the day. Space is limited—reserve your spot early!

  •  8:00–11:30am – Breakfast buffet with Bloody Marys, mimosas, coffee, tea & juice

  • 12:00–3:00pm – Lunch spread with beer, wine & soft drinks

  • All Day – Finger foods to keep you fueled while you explore

September 21st - SUNDAY FUNDAY

🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸

  • Jack Quigley | Page Mill Winery | Livermore, 1–4pm

  • Sunday Jam | Pine Street Bar | Livermore, 2–6pm

  • Cocktail Monkeys | Main Street Brewery | Pleasanton, 4–7pm

  • Open Mic | Swirl on the Square | Livermore, 5–8pm

  • Jam Night | R-Place | Livermore, 9pm–12am

🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭

  • Aroma & Sensory Wine Class | Wood Family Vineyards | 2pm

  • Livermore Farmers Market in Downtown Livermore. 9am-1pm.