| Livermore History Center | Highway Garage Open |
| Museum on Main St | |
| Pleasanton Farmer's Market | Ravenswood Docent Tours |
| Niles Canyon Railway | Livermore Amateur Radio Klub Meeting |
At the Fairgrounds
Sept 29, 30, Oct 1
Thurs-Sun
Fri-Sun
• FREE Parking All Day (Thursday & Friday)
• $2 Hot Dogs (Thursday)
• Food Truck Fridays (Fridays)
• Daily Racing Seminar 12 PM (12:30 on Fridays)
• KKIQ/KKDV T-Shirt Giveaway (Thursday)
• 95.7 The Game Fan Cave
Live Sporting Events on HD Screens
• Win, Place, Show Contest
• Late Pick 4
• .20 Gold Rush Pick 6
• .20 Gold Strike Pentafecta
Sip, Savor, & Wager Wine Featival (Sat, Sept 23)
Poker Run to the Races Motorcycle Ride (Sun, Sept 24)
Craftoberfest Craft Beer Festival (Sat Sept 30)
Mixology Festival Craft Cocktails (Sun, Oct 1)
Sponsor:
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Post time: 1:45pm (2:15 on Fridays)
Admission: Free Admission to the track Parking
Free on Thursdays and Fridays
More info: racing.alamedacountyfair.com/ or
Fairgrounds web site
Sept 30
Oct 1, 7, 8
Sat
Sun/Sat/Sun
David Gately’s well loved Wild West version of Gaetano Donizetti’s classic Don Pasquale is an evening of fun, laughs and amazing tunes sure to satisfy everyone. Join us as we saddle up to tell the story of Don Pasquale, an ornery old thing who’s desire to be married soon fades when his much younger wife takes the reigns and drives his life out of control. It is a classic Spaghetti Western complete with gun totin’ cowboys, saloon girls and bubble baths to set the stage for this evening of light-hearted fun. Sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Sponsor: Livermore Valley Opera
Location: Bankhead Theater - LVPAC web site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Sat: 8:00pm. Sun: 2:00pm
Admission: $90 / $75 / $65 / $52 / $42 Student: There is a $10 discount discount for some seats. Varies by performance.
More info: Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center - Livermore Valley Opera - eLivermore.com theater page
See schedule below.
Pirates of Emerson - Haunted Themed Park
The award winning Pirates Of Emerson are bringing chills, thrills a cut
throat terror to the Bay Area for the 23rd year. Consuming over 4 acres
including 6 haunted
Attractions:
Beneath the Darkness, Trick or Treat, Pirates of Emerson, Farmageddon, The
Dark Gauntlet, Terror-tories
In addition to the Haunted Attractions, tickets include: Live Music, Mazes, Misfortune Tell, Frightmares Sideshow, Nightly Entertainment, and more.
Not recommended for children under 13.
Doing our best to make Pleasanton UN-Pleasant!
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: See below
Admission:
General Admission - $30.00 Six acres of scares, mazes, games, nightly
entertainment and, of course, award winning Haunted Houses!
Group Admission - $26 Groups of 20 or more
Speed Pass - $10 per ticket
Twice Thru - $10 per ticket
VIP Admission - $60 VIP allows you to skip all lines AND go thru any
attraction as many times as you want! The ultimate Speed Pass
More info:
Pirates of Emerson website - 510-657-2121 -
Alameda County
Fairgrounds,
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Wed
Witches Night Out and Martini Tasting
Witches Night Out Tickets go on sale on-line on September 5th at 12:30 PM!
New this year is our "Hocus Pocus" Flash Mob! YES!!! You get to be in a
Flash Mob!! Liz Roberts of Livermore School of Dance has choreographed a
dance for us to "I Put A Spell on You" and it is fun, easy and good for
all ages!!!
Watch Liz's Training Video to get ready and PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!!!
Our shops will host the best of our Downtown bartenders showcasing their martini creations and special cocktail brews! Witches Hat and Cackle Contest offers opportunity to win fabulous gift certificates and prizes!
If you miss out on the tickets that do sell out every year... never
fear... you are still invited to the party! Our restaurants, bars and
shopping locations are ready to serve you AND you can still participate in
the Flash Mob and Hat Contest!
Looking forward to another amazing, witch filled night!!!!
Sponsor:
Livermore Downtown
Association
Location: Downtown Livermore
Times: 6pm to 9pm
Admission: Martini Tasting @ Culinary Treats is $40. Culinary
Treats only: $20.
More info:
Livermore Downtown
Association (925) 373-1795
Thurs
The Tri-Valley Bocce Bash is happening October 5 from 5:30pm to 9pm at Campo di Bocce in Livermore and is a fundraiser for Special Olympics Northern California. It’s a fun night of friendly competition for a great cause. Participants can form a team of friends or purchase individual tickets and delight in great food, wine and bocce. For more information click this link http://bit.ly/2wxlI2y
Sponsor: Special Olympics Northern California
Location: Campo di Bocce Livermore
Times: 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Admission:
More info: http://bit.ly/2wxlI2y
At the Bankhead Theater
Thurs
David Vassar - Rae Dorough Speaker Series
On the heels of the 2016 Centennial Celebration of the U.S.National Park
Service, where did it all begin? Oscar®-nominated and Emmy®-award winning
writer and director, David Vassar will present and discuss clips from his
films that feature Yosemite as the “Birthplace of the National Park idea"
and highlight the loss of the Hetch Hetchy Valley in 1913 as the impetus for
the creation of the National Park Service in 1916. He will discuss the
historic context of each film clip. Vassar’s films focus on the natural
world, parks and environmental issues. He also will offer personal and
professional insight into the filmmaking process.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $40 / $36 / $32. Students (21 & under): $16
Series of 5 Lectures:
$200 / $180 / $160 ($170 / $153 / $136 by 9/30/17)
Tickets:
Bankhead Theater Box Office
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
At the Fairgrounds
Fri-Sun
Turn your house into the home of your dreams. Come to the 31st annual Fall Home & Garden show at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. This is the largest home & garden show in the
tri-valley. Get lots of ideas at hundreds of exhibits featuring custom kitchens & baths,
Indoor exhibits, as well as outdoor exhibits, will be devoted to landscape displays where you can discover the incredible talents of the Tri-Valley's best landscape artists.
Sponsor: Capital Showcase
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Fri 12pm - 6pm; Sat 10am to 6pm; Sun 10am - 5pm.
Admission: TBD
More info: www.capitalshowcase.com, 916 331-6070, or Fairgrounds web site
Friday
Tom Rush
Tom Rush is a gifted musician and performer whose shows are a musical
celebration…a journey into the tradition and spectrum of what music has
been, can be, and will become. His distinctive guitar style, wry humor and
warm, expressive voice have made him both a legend and a lure to audiences
around the world. Tom’s shows are filled with the rib-aching laughter of
terrific story-telling, the sweet melancholy of ballads, and the passion of
gritty blues.
His impact on the American music scene has been profound. He helped shape the folk revival in the ’60s, and his influence extended into the renaissance of the ’80s, ’90s and beyond. His music left its stamp on generations of artists – James Taylor, Emmylou Harris, Tom Petty and Garth Brooks have cited Tom as a major influence – and his unique style continues to resonate with many of today’s emerging artists.
Now celebrating his 52nd year on stage and in the studio, Tom Rush is
still doing what audiences love him for: passionately and tenderly knitting
together the musical traditions and talents of our times into songs that
speak directly to their hearts.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $55 / $45 / $25
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
See eLivermore.com Photos Here
Sat
Airport Open House: Held annually on the first Saturday of October from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Free admittance. Plenty of free parking. We hope you will attend!
The City of Livermore, Airport staff and tenants invite the Tri-Valley community to the 21st annual Airport Open House and Air Show on Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM at the Livermore Municipal Airport. The Open House features exhibits, food, entertainment, and a fabulous display of aircraft. If you are interested in volunteering, either the day of the event or setting-up on the day before, or to display an aircraft, please visit the airport website here. A limited amount of space is available for arts/crafts vendors, non-profit organizations, boutique and gift item vendors. Visit the airport website for the Vendor Interest Application. Click to view the Airport Open House & Air Show Ramp Layout.
Highlights for Airport Open House and Air Show 2017:
Performances by renowned air show pilots, Vicky Benzing Aerosports, Wild
Thing Air Shows, Rich Perkins' Marchetti, and RedFox Airshows.
Static display of general aviation, military/warbirds, antique/classic,
experimental/homebuilt and aerobatic type aircraft
Military/warbird fly-bys
Parachute demonstration jumps
Representatives from local flight schools
Airborne law enforcement and air rescue aircraft
LPFD Safety House
LPD DARE car and mobile Community Outreach Vehicle (COV)
Kid crafts, face painting, magic tricks and more by Woopsie Daisy Toys of
Livermore
Classic/vintage automobiles
Mobile gourmet food from the Food Truck Mafia
Wine Tasting - enjoy local wines from Livermore Valley Wine Growers
Association
Sponsor: City of Livermore
Location: Livermore Airport
Times: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Admission: Free Admission. Wine tasting tickets available for
sale.
More info:
Livermore Airport Website -
Open House page
- Livermore
Winegrowers Association website
Firehouse Arts Center
Sat
The Pleasanton-based Cheza Nami Foundation is excited to present it’s 6th annual extravaganza celebration and adventure into African culture by hosting a magical afternoon of African dance and music. This event includes a silent auction and raffle starting at 3pm in the theater lobby followed by a performance of traditional African music and dance at 4pm. Guests are also welcome to enjoy free activities on the Firehouse lawn areas prior to the event. Outdoor activities will be open throughout the day from 10am to 6pm. A post event soiree will take place after the close of the festival at the Cellar Door from 7:30pm to 11pm.
Guests are also invited to visit the Firehouse Arts Center for the month
long Taste of Africa art showcase/exhibition at the Harrington Gallery
between September 15 ad October 14. This exhibit is titles ‘Soul Searching:
The Spirit of Africa expressed by Bay Area Contemporary Artists’. This
exhibition will be uplifting, educational, and a wonderful opportunity to
experience positive African culture and customs as expressed by several
artists in the area. An Artist reception will be on Thursday, September 14
between 7pm and 9pm.
Sponsor: Cheza Nami Foundation
Location: Firehouse Arts Center -
4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 10:00am
Admission: $12 - $28
More info:
www.firehousearts.org
At the Fairgrounds
Sat
Building on the record success of 25th FOG India Day celebrations, FOG invites you to celebrate the Unique Diwali function at the sprawling Alameda County Fair grounds. This year, we are making arrangements for tens of thousand visitors to the function. It will be a harmonious blend of Indian culture, religious rituals, best of the dance programs, show casing of Indian heritage and the best fireworks of bay area. To reserve booths, sponsor the event, or participate
Sponsor: FIA
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 11:00am to 11:00pm
Admission: Adults $5; Child $5; Seniors $5; Military $5 Parking $10.00
More info: vidyas@fiaonline.org, 510 491-4867 or Fairgrounds web site
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
One of the all-time great country performers, legendary country music star Lacy J. Dalton’s career has spanned decades and touched the hearts of millions. Her signature song, 16th Avenue, was voted one of “Country’s Top 100 Songs Ever” by Billboard Magazine. In March 2017, she was inducted into the North American Country Music Association’s International Hall of Fame.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 2:00pm
Admission: $17 - $27
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Firehouse Arts Center
Fri
More than 18 million viewers were amazed by his “Godzilla Theater” on America’s Got
Talent, and Simon Cowell told Kevin, “America loves you!” As seen on Late Night with David Letterman, the hilarious master ventriloquist and comedian is the only two-time International winner of the “Best Male Performer” award (IAAPA). Clean comedy and an astounding show for all ages!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $20 - $30
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Fri
Los Lonely Boys
The Los Lonely Boys infectiously melodic mix of bluesy rock ’n’ roll and
rootsy soul has long endeared them to their fiercely loyal fans. With
flawless harmonies and soaring solos, their songs express the full range of
life’s experiences and emotions.
Born into a musical family, the three brothers built on their father’s more traditional conjunto style emerging with their own “Texican” rock sound. Their debut album, propelled by the chart topping hit single “Heaven,” earned them a Grammy Award in 2005 for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group.
Over the years their music has grown, encompassing the conjunto rhythms
of their youth as well as reggae, jazz, and a range of other influences. The
Los Lonely Boys have released a half dozen albums, continuing to create
music that speaks to the love, energy and pure spirit they share with each
other and with everyone who hears them.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $80 / $60 / $35
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
At the Fairgrounds
Sat
Rugged Maniac is returning to Alameda County Fairgrounds on October 14th with 25 epic obstacles, 3 muddy miles, and 1 awesome all-day party!
Here’s how it works: Register for the race and you’ll get a chance to run our 3-mile course where you’ll crawl through mud, rocket down a massive water slide, swing across water, jump over fire and more!
As if that weren’t awesome enough, before and after you run, you’ll get
to party with thousands of other maniacs in our day-long festival where you
can ride mechanical bulls, jump around in our adult bounce house, dance your
butt off in the festival area, and enjoy lots of new friends, games, and
activities!
Sponsor: Rugged Races LLC
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Admission: Adults $79 - $100; Military $69 - $90 Parking $10.00
More info: www.ruggedmaniac.com/events/norcal/ or
Fairgrounds web site
At the Fairgrounds
Sat
Crossroads Doll & Bear Show and Sale
The show brings contests, demonstrations and an exciting international group
of high profile artists sharing what they do. This lighthearted show and
sale is for enthusiasts of all ages with a sales floor packed with dolls,
teddy bears, antiques, miniatures, clothes supplies, & more: from antique to
modern and the carefully hand crafted.
• Doll & teddy bear identification and appraisal by industry experts John
Port & Marshall Martin (limit 2 per person)
• Extensive group of antique dolls for sale
• Meet artists and see their original work
• Play dolls & teddy bears for younger collectors
Sponsor:
Crossroads Doll & Bear Show & Sale Events
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 9:30am to 3:00pm
Admission: Adults 8.00, Child under 12: 4.00 Parking $10.00
More info: www.crossroadsshows.com or
Fairgrounds web site
click for more photos
Sat & Sun
Alden Lane Fall Festival
Info below if from last year
Come and enjoy these activities:
- Visit our Farm Animals-here for the month of October only!
- Apple Fishing -fun for kids and adults!
- Farm Fresh Apples and Apple Tasting from Dave Hale's Apple Farm in Sebastopol
- Antique Farm Equipment with the Van Arkle/Hole Families.
- Candy Cart- Your Old Fashioned Favorites!
- Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins- Pink, Blue, White and of course, Orange!
- Hay Maze
- Fresh Apple & Pumpkin Pie For Sale by the Slice or Whole Pies from Sweet & Savory Bakery & Café.
- Craft Activity with the Scouts- a different activity each weekend for kids!
Sponsor: Alden Lane Nursery
Location: 981 Alden Lane, Livermore
Times: 11am to 4pm
Admission: Free
More info: Alden
Lane Nursery
Saturday
Downtown Livermore will once again be filled with art lovers enjoying a day of art, music and shopping.
ArtWalk is a different sort of festival, as the streets are kept open and the works of over 150 artists are set-up throughout the downtown in and around parks, sidewalks, galleries, wine bars, restaurants, shops and the Bankhead Theater. This allows visitors and the local community to experience all that Livermore's wine country downtown has to offer with art as the theme for the day. Parking is free.
Art works range from contemporary to classical, abstract to realism, pottery to mixed media, handmade bags, ceramic garden art and jewelry, with subject matter from floral to figurative and much more.
Live music is always a part of ArtWalk and enlivens the Plaza and
surrounding areas.
Sponsor: Bothwell Arts Center
Location: Bankhead Theater
Times: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Admission:
More info: Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Sat
Nikita Mndoyants - Del Valle Fine Arts
Winner of the 2016 Cleveland Piano Competition, Nikita Mndoyants began to
play piano and compose music at an early age. He has toured throughout
China, Estonia, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Portugal, Russia,
Spain, Switzerland, and the U.S. Mr. Mndoyants won first prize at the
Paderewsky International Piano Competition in 2007 and was a finalist at the
2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. He has performed in
several international festivals and has been artist in residence at the
International Music Festival in Wissembourg (France) since 2012.
“Cool, technically flawless, and deeply insightful… Mndoyants offered
pure elegance and no small measures of personality and sparkle.” — The
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Sponsor: Del Valle Fine Arts
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $49 / $43 / $31
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info: Del Valle Fine Arts
-
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Sun
3rd Annual Dog Celebration Festival
Dog Services Vendors
Pet Contests
Help us set the World Record
and so much more.
Pre-register and receive a Dot Bandana
Sponsor: Livermore Area Recreation and Parks District (LARPD)
Location: Robert Livermore Park Sports Fields, 491 Loyola Way
Times: 11:00am to 3:00pm
Admission: Free
More info: 925 373-5700 Livermore Area Recreation and Parks District (LARPD)
At the Fairgrounds
Thurs-Sun
The Harvest Moon Classic combines del valle dog club of Livermore and skyline dog fanciers of San Mateo county. It is the third largest show weekend in California. Our focus is on having specialty clubs hold designated specialties at our all breed shows on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday evening we sponsor a "Best of the Specialties" competition after best in show.
There is a toy dog show on Thursday along with a saluki specialty and Rhodesian Ridgeback specialty. There is also an agility trial on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday are all breed shows with over 6,000 dogs competing over the three days. Over 35 breeds have specialties during these three days. There is also an obedience and rally trial Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We sponsor junior showmanship competition all three days and have a special best junior in cluster competition on Sunday. We also offer a 4-6 month puppy competition on Saturday. We offer the national owner handler series competiton on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Sponsor: Del Valle Dog Club & Skyline
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Thurs 8am - 6pm; Fri. 8am - 7pm; Sat. 8am - 9pm; Sun. 8am - 7pm
Admission: Free. Parking $10.00
More info: WWW.DVDC.ORG or Fairgrounds web site
Oct 27, 28
Fri, Sat
Ghost Walk 2017 - Museum on Main
Meet the ghosts of Pleasanton's past in this uniquely spooky annual event
held by Museum on Main. Ghost Walk is a 90 minute guided tour of
Pleasanton’s most haunted sites along Main Street in the downtown area...and
you never know what spirits you might encounter along the way!
After a short introduction about the history of paranormal activity in the area, your Ghost Host will guide you on this haunted tour of the things that go bump in the night! This family-friendly tour, held for over ten years, continues to be a popular event during the Halloween season!
Tours depart the museum each 30 minutes between 6pm and 8pm on the nights of Ghost Walk. The walks take place rain or shine - so dress appropriately! Costumes are encouraged!
Tickets purchased online will be kept at Museum on Main Will Call. Please
arrive at Museum on Main, 603 Main Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566 at least 10
minutes prior to your tour time to collect your tickets and check in.
Sponsor:
Museum on Main Street
Location: Museum on Main,
603 Main Street, Pleasanton Lynnewood Methodist Church,
4444 Black Avenue,
Pleasanton
Times: 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00pm
Admission: $18 Adults, $13 Children 12 & under.
More info:
Museum on Main Street at (925) 462-2766
At the Bankhead Theater
Fri
The Livermore-Amador Symphony Guild presents Pops concerts at which the audiences can enjoy light classical symphonic and pops music in a casual setting. After many years at “the Barn” in Livermore, since 2010 the Pops venue has been the ballroom of the Livermore community center.
The audience sits at round tables in the Cresta Blanca Room at the Robert Livermore Community Center. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the concert begins at 8 p.m. Food may be brought in but no drinks; wine, beer, and soft drinks are sold as part of this fundraiser for the Symphony.
The Livermore-Amador Symphony provides the music at Pops, with vocal
soloists and a few audience sing-alongs. Many in the audience bring
something to eat, from snacks to group potluck meals to elaborate dinners.
(Beverage sales at Pops support the Symphony.) Members of the audience (and
of the orchestra) are encouraged to wear costumes in keeping with the theme.
(Usually about half the audience and almost the entire orchestra come in
costume.) Each concert has a theme (like 2002’s “POPS on Broadway,” 1995’s
“POPS Plays the ’40s,” or 2003’s “POPS—Dreams of California”).
Sponsor: Livermore
Amador
Symphony
Location: Livermore Community Center. 4444 East Ave.
Time: Doors open at 7:00pm. Concert begins at 8:00pm.
Admission: All seats are reserved, at $35 each — or save with a
table of eight for $245.
Tickets: After September 11, call 925.447.6454 for reservations.
Then write a check payable to LAS Guild with notation “POPS”; mail it (with
your name, address, and phone number) to LAS POPS, P.O. Box 1049, Livermore
CA 94551.
More info:
Livermore-Amador
Symphony
Firehouse Arts Center
Fri, Sat
Innovative new professional theater company mixing actors, life-sized puppets, and a Live Virtual Set TM to present a musical adaptation of the beloved classic! Co-founded by Beach Blanket Babylon’s Derek Lux and elementary school teacher Lauren Lux, the company’s high artistic excellence and strong ties to SEL (Social Emotional Learning) and STEM (Science Tech Engineering and Math) have made it a huge hit, and appealing to audiences of all ages.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: Fri: 7:30pm, Sat: 2:00pm
Admission: Adult: $8 – $16 Child: $6 – $14
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Sat
Calling all little ghouls, witches, princesses and super heroes to downtown Pleasanton. The annual Halloween Scavenger Hunt will take place on Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. while supplies last. Children 10 years old and younger are invited to come in costume and pick up instructions from the starting location outside of the Museum on Main at 603 Main Street.
*Please note treats will be limited to the first 600 children.
Children have to solve the clue in order to find the next downtown
location, where they will be given a small goodie or treat. Parents will be
given the clue and answer sheet to help children find the treat locations.
Check back for more details or email
events@pleasantondowntown.net.
Sponsor:
Location: Downtown Pleasanton
Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Admission:
More info: Pleasanton Downtown
Association,
At the Bankhead Theater
Oct 28, 29
Nov 4, 5
Sat, Sun
Loaded with big laughs, colorful characters and the songs that made the ’20s roar, Bullets over Broadway The Musical is bringing musical comedy back with a bang. Based on the screenplay of the acclaimed 1994 film by Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath, this six-time Tony-nominated musical features existing hits from the 1920s, including “Let’s Misbehave,” “Tain’t Nobody’s Biz-ness If I Do” and “There’s a New Day Comin’!”
David Shayne is a straight-arrow playwright who plans to stand firm against compromising his work but quickly abandons that stance when his producer finds a backer to mount his show on Broadway. There’s just one catch, however: the backer is a mobster who sees Shayne’s play as a vehicle for his ditzy, talent-free girlfriend. Throw in an aging diva, a savant hit-man and a bevy of beautiful chorus girls, and this is one Broadway show that is sure to knock ’em dead.
This is rated PG-13 for mature content and language.
Sponsor: Tri-Valley Repertory
Theatre
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Saturday: 8:00pm. Sunday Matinees:
2:00pm; Saturday Nov 4 both 2:00pm and 8:00pm
Admission: Individual tickets: $39 Regular, $37 Seniors (60+)
Season Tickets for Main Stage (Bullets over Broadway, 1776, and
Disney's The Little Mermaid): adults 18-59 103.50; seniors 60+ $98;
juniors 0-17 $51.00
Tickets:
Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info: Tri-Valley Repertory
Theatre, eLivermore.com theater page,
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
Franc D’Ambrosio is best known for his impressive portrayal as the title character in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award®-winning The Phantom Of The Opera. Affectionately known as “The Iron Man of The Mask,” Franc was awarded the distinction as the “World’s Longest Running Phantom” and retained this title for over a decade. This concert features songs from Franc’s Broadway journey, and includes his personal tribute to the iconic role
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 2:00pm
Admission: $25 - $35
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Firehouse Arts Center
Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat
Gather around the “campfire” as your suggestions inspire Creatures of Impulse to create custom-made ghost stories live on stage. Come and see your very own “dark and stormy night” come to life!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: $5 Student, $10 General
Admission:
Tuesday 7:30pm ($2 preview, cash-only at the door)
Thursday & Friday October 26 & 27 • 7:30pm
Saturday, October 28 • 2pm & 7:30pm
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Fairgrounds
Fri-Sun
Now in our 45th year, the Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere craft shows. See over 200 of the nation’s most talented artisans & shop thousands of American handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, sculptures, glasswork, metalwork, jewelry, clothing, specialty foods, photography, hand-turned wood, ceramics, and much more. The show also features demonstrating artists, live on-stage performance acts and bands, strolling entertainers, as well as a KidZone area with arts, crafts, and activities for the little ones throughout the event!! We have an end-of-year Grand Prize raffle; entries only available at the shows. Two (2) Daily 'Grab Bag' drawings for $50 in Harvey Bucks to be spent at the show; entry forms only available on our website! For more info, visit www.harvestfestival.com or call (925) 392-7300.
Sponsor: Harvest Festival
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Fri. 10am - 5pm; Sat. 10am - 6pm; Sun. 10am - 5pm
Admission: Adults $9.00; Child $4.00; Seniors $7.00; Military $7.00 Parking $10.00
More info: Contact email: info@harvestfestival.com Contact phone: 925-392-7300 or Fairgrounds web site
Fri
Joan Osborne
Known for her gritty, blues-based rock style, Joan Osborne will bring her
fascinating interpretation of Bob Dylan’s legendary catalog to the Bankhead
Theater in late October as part of her new album tour. A multi-platinum
singer/songwriter, Osborne’s passionate performance and emotionally
evocative songs have earned her a dedicated following. “Songs of Bob Dylan,”
her ninth album released September 1st, is the culmination of her
performances in two acclaimed residencies at Café Carlyle in New York City,
as well as a sold-out concert in Berkeley earlier this year.
Osborne unleashes her sizable gifts as a vocalist on a range of Dylan’s work, spanning from beloved songs of the 1960s and 1970s such as “Masters of War” and “Highway 61 Revisited,” as well as Osborne’s favorites from his later albums, “Dark Eyes,” “Tryin’ To Get To Heaven,” “High Water” and more. Rather than be constrained trying to imitate or surpass Dylan, she played with the songs’ arrangements, working with guitarist Jack Petruzzelli and keyboardist Keith Cotton.
Despite her passion for music, the Kentucky-native originally planned to attend NYU’s prestigious film school. Once in New York, she could not resist the lure of the vibrant live music scene and was soon performing her own songs in downtown rock clubs. Osborne launched her own indie label and released a live recording and studio EP, before her major-label, multi-platinum breakthrough album “Relish” in 1995. The album featured a Dylan song, “Man in the Long Black Coat,” as well as her chart-topping hit single “One of Us,” which gained renewed interest after being used on the hit TV show “Glee.”
Osborne is a sought-after collaborator and guest performer. She joined
forces in 2003 with surviving members of the Grateful Dead, appearing on
stage with Bob Dylan himself and toured as a member of Trigger Hippy with
rising Americana star Jackie Greene and Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman. A
remarkably versatile performer, she has shared the stage with artists from
Stevie Wonder and Emmylou Harris, to Luciano Pavarotti and the Chieftains.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $80 / $60 / $40
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Saturday
Livermore Kidz Town Halloween Hay Day
Downtown trick-or-treating, costume contest, games, activities, and
entertainment for children in the 5th grade and younger.
Join us for the Kidz Town Halloween Hay Day – Livermore's favorite, family tradition!
The Downtown hosts Halloween fun activities for families with children in the 5th grade and younger! Kids will enjoy the costume contest, Halloween themed activities, downtown business trick-or-treat and more!
Sponsor: Livermore Downtown Association (925) 373-1795
Location: J Street and K Street between First and Second Street as
well as the Livermore Valley Plaza and the Flag Pole Plaza.
Times: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Admission:
More info:
Livermore Downtown
Association
Sat
The Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA) is excited to announce the 7th annual Halloween Brew Crawl coming to Downtown Pleasanton on Saturday, October 28 from 5 -8 p.m.
Downtown merchants and local breweries will come together for a night of
adult trick-or-treating. Participants will sample a variety of craft beer
and tasty bites at locations on and around Main Street. To add to the
festive Halloween spirit of this event, guests are encouraged to wear
costumes.
Sponsor: Pleasanton Downtown
Association,
Location: Downtown Pleasanton, Goodguys Rod & Custom
Association, the Visit Tri-Valley.
Times: 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Admission: Tickets available in September.
More info: Pleasanton Downtown
Association,
Sun
Hay Rides!
Pumpkin Carving
Historic Barns
Horses, Goats, chickens
Walking Tours
Live Music
Antique Tractors & Buggies
Large Organic Garden
And some scary story telling for Halloween
Costumes Encouraged
Sponsor:
Livermore Heritage Guild
Location: Hagemann Ranch,
455 Olivina Ave, Livermore.
Times: 1:00 to 4:00pm
Admission: Free
More info:
Livermore Heritage Guild
Saturday
Mom's Haunted CarnEvil.
Everybody loves a carnival. The fun, the frivolity, the fear? We'll have ghoulish games, fancy freakshows, and everyone's favorite: CLOWNS!
Location: At the end of Kathy Court in Livermore
Times: 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Admission: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/MomsHauntedHouse
Daily
Maze, Old West Town, Hay Ride, Farm Animals, Gem Panning, Antique Museum, Pumpkins, Gourds, Indian Corn, Corn Stalks, Straw Bales, Nuts, Refreshments, Gift Shop, and more.
Location: 4351 Mines Rd in Livermore
Times: 9am to 6pm
Admission: Free. Group tours are available for a fee.
More info: Joan's Farm & Pumpkin Patch
Daily
G&M Farms Fall Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze
It’s the G & M Farms Cornfield Maze and Pumpkin Patch in Livermore, the farm
that is so fun it has been featured TWICE on the David Letterman Show! Bring
the whole family – there’s harvest fun for all ages at G&M Farms, and it’s
easy to find, right off I-580 at Airway Drive in Livermore.
Find your way through the maze, then enjoy G&M Farms’ huge Pumpkin Patch
with pumpkins of all sizes – the kids can pick their own! For Mom, there’s
fresh produce, decorative gourds and Indian corn. Your little ones will love
G&M’s farm animals and the free straw bale maze, pony rides on the weekends,
and don’t forget to ride G & M Farms’ famous Cow Train!
G & M Farms Cornfield Maze and Pumpkin Patch was voted “Best Seasonal
Attraction” in the East Bay by Diablo Magazine, and when you see it, you’ll
believe it!
Location: 487 East Airway, Livermore
Times:
Pumpkin Patch:
Weekdays: 2pm-6pm
(morning reserved for field trips)
Weekends: 10am-6pm
Corn Maze:
Mon-Thurs: 4pm-8pm
Friday: 4-10pm
Saturday: 10am-10pm
Sunday: 10am-8pm
Admission:
Corn Maze:
Monday-Thursday
Adults: $8
6-11: $7
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Adults: $10
6-11: $9
5 and under are free.
Coupon is available on their website.
Pumpkin Patch: free admission
More info: G&M
Farms
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