If you missed any of the excitement from Sunday's 2026 SF Pride Parade, here are some of the highlights.
With the first World Cup match in the Bay Area just one week away, Santa Clara's monthly night market embraced a soccer theme to build excitement for the upcoming games. The free event featured food and thrift vendors, live entertainment, cultural performances and soccer-themed activities and games hosted by the San Jose Earthquakes and Bay FC.
Friday marks the first day of the San Mateo County Fair, which opens with eating contests, carnival rides and concerts. New this year, a talking humanoid robot named "Ameca" will visit only on Saturday.
With FIFA World Cup matches set to begin June 13 at Levi's Stadium, the community is preparing for a surge in activity. Some businesses are expecting at least two to three times their usual number of customers, while residents and officials are planning ahead for road closures and immigration enforcement.
In Sonoma County, Pride festivities began Monday with the raising of the Pride flag over downtown Santa Rosa - a symbolic moment that organizers say sends a clear message of inclusion and presence.
The fifth rendition Portola Music Festival is returning to San Francisco this fall! The two-day electronic dance music festival is set for Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 at Pier 80.