Good Morning Tri-Valley! HUGE weekend in Livermore and the weather looks perfect!

  • Biggest Cab Franc Festival in the World is Coming Back to Livermore!

  • Livermore Downtown Street Festival is THIS Weekend - 2 Days of Music, Wine, Beer, Food & Shopping.

  • Friday Events, Music and More!

  • Country Fest Takes Over Pleasanton

  • Last Chance to WIN Alameda County Fair Tickets!

  • Saturday Events, Music and More!

  • Pet of the Week

  • Sunday Events, Music and More!

In Partnership with CabFranc-A-Palooza
The Biggest Cab Franc Festival in the World is Coming Back to Livermore

CabFranc-A-PaloozaĀ is coming back to the gorgeousĀ Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort & SpaĀ onĀ May 31, 2026, and this is one I always look forward to.

I’ve been to Palooza all three years, and I can’t wait to be there again this year.

The setting is beautiful, the energy is always so fun, and the whole event does such a great job celebratingĀ Cabernet FrancĀ and how Livermore Valley is one of the best regions for Cab Franc!

And yes, it’s also theĀ biggest Cab Franc festival in the world.

ExpectĀ 50+ wineries,Ā 100+ wines, hundreds of wine lovers, live music, food trucks, and a full afternoon of tasting at one of the prettiest spots in the Bay Area.

Livermore Downtown Street Fest is BACK!

This is one of those weekends where downtown Livermore just feels extra alive.

Livermore’s Downtown Street FestĀ is back onĀ May 16 and 17, bringing two full days of live music, local wine and beer, shopping, food, vendors, and all the hometown energy we love.

ExpectĀ 120+ vendors,Ā 14 bands, two live entertainment areas, boutique shopping, outdoor dining, a kids zone, and tasting lounges featuringĀ four local breweriesĀ andĀ eight local wineries.

It’s one of the longest-running celebrations in the East Bay, and whether you go for the music, the makers, the wine, the food, or just to stroll downtown with friends, this is definitely one to add to your weekend plans.

Festival Hours

Saturday, May 16
10am–6pm
Wine/beer pouring: 11am–5pm

Sunday, May 17
10am–5pm
Wine/beer pouring: 11am–4pm

Click here for more information.

May 15th - Fire It Up Friday! šŸ”„

šŸŽøšŸŽ¶ Live Music

  • Meredith McHenry – Altamont Beer Works – Livermore, 4:00 pm

  • Frankie Bones Project – McKay's Tap Room – Pleasanton, 5:00 pm

  • Evan Thomas – Wood Family Vineyards – Livermore, 5:00 pm

  • Chelsea Ames – Hazy Barbecue – Danville, 5:30 pm

  • Sugar Bear – Del Valle Winery – Livermore, 6:00 pm

  • Jewels Hanson and Company – Rowell Ranch Rodeo – Pleasanton, 6:00 pm

  • Natalia – Nonni's Bistro – Pleasanton, 6:00 pm

  • Touchstone Duo – The Barnyard Wine Bar – Danville, 6:00 pm

  • Jim Remy – Neighborhood Sports Bar and Kitchen – Pleasanton, 6:00 pm

  • Valley Concert Chorale – First Presbyterian Church – Livermore, 7:30 pm

  • AC Myles: Great American Blues Revue – Almost Famous Wine Lounge – Livermore, 7:30 pm

  • PTK The Band – Norm's Place – Danville, 8:00 pm

šŸŽ­ Theater, Comedy, Food & More

  • Eddie Griffin (comedy) – Tommy T's – Pleasanton, 7:30 pm & 10 pm

  • East Bay Jazz 10th Anniversary Concert – Bankhead Theater – Livermore, 8pm

Events are curated from Mark Elster’s Tri-Valley Music Scene, Facebook Events, Vibe Tri-Valley, Eventbrite, and other sources

Country Fest Takes Over Downtown Pleasanton

Downtown Pleasanton is going full country for the brand-newĀ Country Fest on Main. Sunday June 7th in downtown Pleasanton.

Main Street turns into a family-friendly country playground withĀ five live music stages, aĀ BBQ smoker cook-off,Ā beer gardens,Ā line dancing, local vendors, a petting zoo, and plenty of boots-and-bubbly energy.

It’sĀ free to attendĀ and definitely one to check out.

Last Chance to WIN Alameda County Fair Tickets!

I’m giving awayĀ 25 pairs of ticketsĀ to theĀ Alameda County Fair!

Each ticket is valued atĀ $20, and winners will each receiveĀ 2 ticketsĀ to help kick off summer when the Fair opens onĀ June 19.

The Fair is a family tradition for us, and it’s one of those classic Tri-Valley summer outings. Rides, concerts, fair food, monster trucks, Alaskan pig races, shopping, wine tasting, and so much more.

Each friend you tag = one additional chance to win.

Winners will be announced onĀ Sunday, May 17.

May 16th - Saturday Shenanigans!

šŸŽøšŸŽ¶ Live Music

  • Livermore Downtown Street Fest (10:00 am – 5:00 pm)

    Stockmen's Park Stage:

    • RJAE Haas Band – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 10:30 am

    • The Groove Doctors – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 12:30 pm

    • Crawdad Republic – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 2:30 pm

    • Ruff Stock Country – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 4:30 pm

    Bankhead Plaza Stage:

    • Loren "O" – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 10:30 am

    • The Blues Bottle Band – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 12:30 pm

    • Midnight Flyer – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 2:30 pm

    • Damn Dirty Apes – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 4:30 pm

  • Blue Sky Firefly (duo) – San Ramon Farmers Market – San Ramon, 9:00 am

  • The Vigilantes – Mitchell Katz Winery – Livermore, 12:30 pm

  • The Temy Factory Janitors – Nonni's Bistro – Pleasanton, 2:00 pm

  • Blue Valley – Las Positas Vineyards – Livermore, 5:00 pm

  • Jeff Narell (steel pan) – The Barnyard Wine Bar – Danville, 5:00 pm

  • Jim Remy – Rosa Fierro Cellars – Livermore, 5:30 pm

  • Rishav & Soham Duo – Neighborhood Sports Bar and Kitchen – Pleasanton, 6:00 pm

  • Los Bahianatos – Del Cielo Brewing Co. – Livermore, 6:00 pm

  • Rewind 80's Band – McKay's Taphouse & Beer Garden – Pleasanton, 6:30 pm

  • Rick Estrin and the Nightcats – Almost Famous Wine Lounge – Livermore, 7:30 pm

  • Sugar Bear – Cellar Door – Pleasanton, 8:00 pm

  • Exit 52 – Pine Street Bar – Livermore, 8:30 pm

  • Billy Williams – Stampede – Livermore, 9:00 pm

šŸŽ­ Theater, Comedy, Food & More

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

  • Pleasanton Farmers Market | Downtown Pleasanton | 9am

  • Livermore Downtown Street Fest – Downtown Livermore, 10am – 6pm

  • Eddie Griffin (comedy) – Tommy T's – Pleasanton, 7pm & 9:45 pm

Events are curated from Mark Elster’s Tri-Valley Music Scene, Facebook Events, Vibe Tri-Valley, Eventbrite, and other sources

Pet of the Week!

Meet the marvelousĀ Mrs. Whiskers, a petite cat with stunning blue eyes and a quiet, gentle charm.

This 5-year-old lady is a touch reserved at first, but warm up to her and she'll settle in for the softest snuggles and most contented purrs.

If you've got a calm, cozy home ready for a refined little companion, Mrs. Whiskers would be delighted to make your acquaintance.

CallĀ (925) 426-8656Ā or emailĀ [email protected]Ā to start the adoption process today.

Breed:Ā Domestic Medium Hair/Mix
Age:Ā 5 years 1 month 12 days
Gender:Ā Female
Size:Ā Small
Color:Ā Brown
Neutered:Ā Yes
Housetrained:Ā Yes
Adoption Price:Ā $100.00

May 17th - Sunday Funday

šŸŽøšŸŽ¶ Live Music

  • Livermore Downtown Street Fest (11:00 am – 4:00 pm)

    Stockmen's Park Stage:

    • Pacific Vibration – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 11:30 am

    • Country Cougars – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 1:30 pm

    • 3Day Weekend – Stockmen's Park – Livermore, 3:30 pm

    Bankhead Plaza Stage:

    • Sound Marauders – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 11:30 am

    • BootLeg – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 1:30 pm

    • The Frankie Bones Project – Bankhead Plaza – Livermore, 3:30 pm

  • The Instigators – Canyon Club Brewery – Danville, 1:00 pm

  • Jack Quigley – Page Mill Winery – Livermore, 1:00 pm

  • Tracy Cruz – Longevity Wines – Livermore, 1:30 pm

  • Whiskey Sunsets – First Street Wine Co. – Livermore, 3:00 pm

  • Jam Night / Open Mic with JD & Friends – R-Place – Livermore, 9:00 pm

šŸŽ­ Theater, Comedy, Food & More

  • Livermore Farmers Market | Downtown Livermore | 9am-1pm

  • Livermore Downtown Street Fest – Downtown Livermore, 11am – 5pm

  • PYTC presents Magic Treehouse: Pirates Past Noon (kids) – Firehouse Arts Center – Pleasanton, 11am

  • Barrel Tasting Weekend – Rosa Fierro Cellars – Livermore, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Events are curated from Mark Elster’s Tri-Valley Music Scene, Facebook Events, Vibe Tri-Valley, Eventbrite, and other sources

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