Happy April! Along with dazzling displays of blossoms, fun celebrations of our region’s wine and food are at the forefront of this month’s lineup of festivities. Check out one of the many festivals below, or pack a picnic lunch and explore a new trail or local winery where you can soak up the sun, savor longer days, and make the most of our warm weather!
Food & Wine | Pebble Beach | April 4-7
This premier culinary festival is a four-day indulgent feast on one of the most picturesque strips of coastline in the world. This year’s program brings together 150+ wine and spirits producers with 125 distinguished chefs from across the nation. Indulge in the nation’s most sought-after restaurants and wineries, learn from celebrity chefs and vintners, and bring a big appetite! Get tickets here.
Restaurant Week | San Francisco | April 5-14
Celebrate the diverse flavors of San Francisco’s unique neighborhoods with special prix fixe menus from local restaurants during SF Restaurant Week. From fine dining destinations to trendy cafes, don’t miss out on incredible deals and delicious experiences in the City by the Bay. Learn more here.
Spring Wine Walk | Willow Glen | April 6
Enjoy the spring weather as you sip and stroll the Avenue in charming Downtown Willow Glen. Come early to enjoy lunch at one of the many tasty local eateries. For tickets and more info, go here.
Blossom Festival | Saratoga | April 13
The Saratoga Historical Foundation’s Blossom Festival has origins dating all the way back to the early 1900s. Enjoy a wide range of music, artists and artisans, antique cars, Saratoga historical characters, gourmet food trucks, a petting zoo, and activities for all ages at the Heritage Orchard and Saratoga Civic Centers. For more info, visit saratogahistory.com.
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival | San Francisco | April 13-14 & 20-21
Celebrate the spring season at the largest cherry blossom festival on the West Coast! This dazzling display showcases the vibrant colors and grace of the Japanese culture. Enjoy traditional music and dance performances, tea and other cultural ceremonies, culinary treats, and a Grand Parade on the final Sunday of the festival. For more info, visit sfcherryblossom.org.
Cirque du Soleil “KOOZA” | San Jose | April 18—May 19
Under the Big Top at Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience with high-flying acrobatics, whimsical characters, lavish costumes, and a powerful live score. For tickets and more info, go here.
Spring Wine Walk | Los Gatos | April 20
Stroll beautiful Downtown Los Gatos’ shops and restaurants and sip tastings from 30 local wineries. Come early and grab lunch or make reservations for dinner at one of many delicious restaurants in town. 1:00-4:00PM. Purchase tickets here.
14th Annual Downtown Stroll | Morgan Hill | April 27
Enjoy an afternoon in exciting Downtown Morgan Hill experiencing amazing local wines, local merchants, restaurant specials, live music, and dancing. For more info, go to VisitMorganHill.org.
“Opening Day on the Bay” Boat Parade | San Francisco | April 28
Bring a picnic to Crissy Field on the San Francisco waterfront to watch the annual Opening Day on the Bay Boat Parade, which marks the official start of the city’s boating season. This year’s theme is “Rockin’ on the Bay,” which is completely up to each boater’s interpretation! Go here for more details.
