There is SO Much to Do This Weekend, Let’s Get Started!

• Soulful California Country at the Bankhead!

• Fire It Up Friday! 🔥

• Foodie Event of the Summer!

• Big Laughs, Great Wine, Good Times!

• Saturday Shenanigans 🎸

• Live Music, Sunset Views, Local Food Trucks

• Top 14 Restaurants in Pleasanton? Bay Area Food Critic Makes Her Picks

• Sunday Funday

_{Presented by The Bankhead Theater}
Soulful California Country at the Bankhead THIS Friday!

Get ready for a night of soaring melodies and soulful rhythms!

The Southern California band Mustangs of the West is back and better than ever. This all-female quintet first turned heads in the late ’80s on the vibrant Los Angeles music scene, building an energetic fanbase with their bold sound and magnetic stage presence. After taking a pause in the mid-’90s, the Mustangs have reunited—bringing their signature mix of country, rock, and heartfelt storytelling to a whole new generation. Don’t miss this chance to see them light up the stage once again!

July 25th - Fire It Up Friday! 🔥

🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸

• The Dustbowl Travelers and Marty’s Joint Food Truck at Wood Family Vineyards Livermore, 5-8pm.

• Chris Rogers at Retzlaff Vineyards. Livermore, 5-8pm.

• The Bell Brothers at Las Positas Vineyards. Livermore, 6pm.

• Live Music with Marty at The Draft Sports Pub. Pleasanton, 6pm.

• Jim Remy at Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen Pleasanton, 6pm.

• Evan Thomas Band at Del Valle Winery. Livermore, 6pm.

• Inner-State 80’s at Norm’s Place. Danville, 8pm.

• The CoolTones - Concert in the Park. Pleasanton, 7pm.

• Salvage Title at McGrail Vineyards. Livermore, 6pm.

• PTX Band at Meenar Music Club. Danville, 9pm.

• Damn Dirty Apes at Main Street Brewery. Pleasanton, 8pm.

• EP Sax at Dante Robere Winery. Livermore, 5pm.

• When Doves Cry at Wente Vineyards. Livermore, 6pm.

• Mark Bettencourt and Aftermath at Casa Orozco. Livermore, 6pm.

🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭

• Hadestown Teen Edition at Firehouse Arts Center. Pleasanton, 7pm.

• The Wizard of Oz at Las Positas College Amphitheater. Livermore, 8pm.

• Daphnique Springs at Tommy T’s. Pleasanton, 7:30pm, 9:45pm

• Shakespeare in the Vineyard at Darcie Kent Winery. Livermore, 7:30pm.

• Mustangs of the West Bankhead Theater. Livermore, 8pm

Foodie Event of the Summer is THIS WEEKEND!

🎉 626 Night Market is Back – July 25–27!
California’s iconic festival returns with 200+ food 🍜, crafts 🎨, games 🎯, music 🎶, and entertainment 🎭—a weekend packed with fun for all ages at the Alameda County Fairgrounds!

🔥 Special Offer:
2 Tickets + Parking + 2 Beers or Cocktails 🍺🍹 = Just $45!

🕒 Event Hours:

• Fri, July 25: 3 PM – 11 PM

• Sat, July 26: 1 PM – 11 PM

• Sun, July 27: 1 PM – 11 PM

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!

🚗 Parking gates open 1 hour early. Entry at Gate 8/12 off Valley Ave.
🎟 Admission is sold separately (except for the special offer above!)

Wine + Comedy = Good Times!

Summer nights, great wine, and big laughs—what more could you ask for? Fenestra Winery is bringing together the perfect combo: an evening of comedy from top Bay Area talent, a glass (or two!) of your favorite wine, and a relaxed outdoor setting under the Livermore Valley sky. Grab a seat, enjoy the summer evening, and don’t forget to treat yourself to something tasty from the onsite food trucks. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!

July 26th - SATURDAY SHENANIGANS!

🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸

• JAM IN JULY at Vasco Row in Livermore - 11 Bands, 9 Food Trucks, 30+ Vendors, Wine, Beer, and more! 12-7pm. FREE ENTRY.

• Live Music, Dancing, and Mechanical Bull Rides at Maverick’s. Pleasanton, 9pm.

• Frankie Bones Project at Wood Family Vineyards Livermore, 4pm.

• Sugar Bear at Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen Pleasanton, 6pm.

• Beaufunk at Las Positas Vineyards. Livermore, 6pm.

• Jack Wagon at R place. Livermore, 9pm.

• Mark Bettencourt and Aftermath at Meenar. Danville, 9pm

• Blues Bottle Band at Casa Orozco. Livermore, 6pm

• Blind To Reason at Blacksmith Square. Livermore, 7pm.

• Smooth Jazz at City Center Bishop Ranch. San Ramon, 7pm.

• Loren O at Homegrown Hops. Livermore, 2pm.

🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭

• Shakespeare in the Vineyard at Darcie Kent Winery. Livermore, 7:30pm.

• Daphnique Springs at Tommy T’s. Pleasanton, 7pm, 9:45pm

• Tri-Valley Theater Company’s Cinderella at the Bankhead Theater. Livermore, 1pm and 7pm.

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

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

Friday Night Live Ft. Salvage Title at McGrail Vineyards

McGrail Vineyards is kicking off another unforgettable night in their Friday Night Live concert series with live music by Salvage Title! Set on the picturesque Front Lawn with sweeping Livermore Valley views, guests can sip McGrail wines, grab bites from local food trucks, and soak in the golden glow of a summer sunset.

Tickets include entry to enjoy the concert. The Front Lawn is open grass—so bring your own blankets and chairs to settle in and make the most of this perfect summer evening! Click Here For Tickets!

Top 14 Restaurants in Pleasanton?
_{Bay Area Food Critic’s Favorite Spots}

Note: This isn’t my personal Top 14 for Pleasanton, but I love seeing how a non-local experiences our restaurant scene!

For those outside the Tri-Valley, Pleasanton may seem under the radar as a dining destination—but locals know it’s a hidden gem. From casual birria spots to polished bistros with seasonal menus, this city’s foodie scene is worth talking about.

I came across food writer Gabi Moskowitz’s picks for The Infatuation’s Top 14 Restaurants in Pleasanton—and I had to share!

Here’s her list (in no particular order):
Sabio on Main • Nonni’s Bistro • De La Torre’s Trattoria • Elia • Oyo • Experience Burma • Naschmarkt • Tri-Valley Bistro • Lokanta • Bocado: Un Petit Bistro • Locanda Amalfi • Mylapore • Curry Leaves • Bronzes Taqueria

She nailed many of my favorites (and even mentioned two I haven’t tried yet—adding those to my list! 📝). Click here to read Gabi’s full article.

July 27th - SUNDAY FUNDAY

🎸🎶 Live Music 🎶 🎸

• Loren O at Del Valle Winery. Livermore, 1pm.

• Sunday Jam at Pine Street Bar. Livermore, 2pm.

• Ashley McBryde at Wente Family Vineyards. Livermore. Doors at 6pm

🎭 🎤 Comedy, Theater, & Other Events 🎤🎭

• Shakespeare in the Vineyard at Darcie Kent Winery. 7:30pm.

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