Get Out: Family Weekend Planner

Looking for something to do this first summer weekend? Patch is here to help you transition from work week to weekend with our top five Tri-Valley picks. Most of this weekend's picks take place outdoors so you can enjoy the beautiful weather.

Visit the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton, explore the Arroyo Del Valle in Livermore, enjoy a free swim night in San Ramon, kick back at an outdoor concert in Alamo and watch talented dancers in Livermore.

1.
Where/When: in Pleasanton daily except Tuesdays through July 10
Why Go: There's something for everyone at the Alameda County Fair, including agriculture and competitive exhibits, cultural and specialty days, home art and technological competitions, specialty foods, free concerts, carnival rides and more. See Pleasanton.Patch.com for daily fair bulletins.
Price: $0 - $10, depending on age and daily fair specials.

2.
Where/When: in San Ramon on Friday from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Why Go: Watch lifeguard skill and synchronized swimming demonstrations and have fun with inner tube races and a rubber ducky dunk during this Olympic Week celebration. Olympic swimmer Lynn Gautschi will address the audience at the event.
Price: Free

3.
Where/When: in Alamo on Friday from 6 - 8 p.m.
Why Go: Relax in the park as you listen to rock, swing and blues performed by Moonalice. What's the band like? Listen to its music at Moonalicetv.com.
Price: Free

4.
Where/When: in Livermore on Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m.
Why Go:  Watch talented dancers in the production Circle the Earth, featuring the artistry of Asia, lilting waltzes from Europe, kinetic drumbeats of Africa and lively salsa from South America. Guest performers include the McGrath Irish Dancers, the Kalaikoil Dance of South India and the Pleasanton Community Concert Band.
Price: $12 - $25, depending on age. Buy your tickets online.

5.
Where/When: in Livermore on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Why Go:  Cool off with a walk along the creek to look for fish, turtles, frogs and aquatic plants. Hikers will wade in the creek; wear closed-toed shoes that can get wet.
Price: $2 donation requested.

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

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