Get Out: Family Weekend Planner

Looking for something to do this weekend? Patch is here to help you transition from work week to weekend with our top five Tri-Valley picks — all of them free!

Listen to a Jimmy Buffet tribute band during a free concert in Danville, celebrate the "Centennial Bulb's" 110th birthday at a party in Livermore, motivate young readers with a summer reading festival in San Ramon, take the kids to a fun science show in Livermore and weave through arts and crafts booths in Danville.

1.
Where/When: in Danville on Friday from 6 - 8 p.m.
Why Go: Kick back on a warm evening as you listen to a Jimmy Buffet tribute band. The family-friendly event includes kids' activities.
Price: Free

2.
Where/When: in Livermore on Saturday from noon - 4 p.m.
Why Go:  The famous Centennial Light Bulb in Livermore turns 110 and the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department is hosting a free community party to celebrate. Enjoy live music, children's activities, heritage costumes and even ice cream.
Price: Free

3.
Where/When: in San Ramon on Saturday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Why Go: Motivate your kids to read this summer with a fun family event filled with carnival games, book bingo and other book-related activities.
Price: Free

4.
Where/When: at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and 12: 30 p.m.
Why Go:  Kids learn how fun science can be during this show filled with entertaining demonstrations and hands-on activities. This event is designed for children at the fifth-grade level but also can be enjoyed by younger and older children.
Price: Free. Space is limited and advance registration is required: 925-423-3272.

5.
Where/When: Downtown Danville along Hartz Avenue on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Why Go:  Take advantage of the warm summer weather and browse an arts fair with unique arts and crafts, kids' activities and live entertainment.
Price: Free

Want more? You also can browse Patch’s event calendar, which we update with community events ranging from family-friendly fairs to adult-only comedy nights.

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