Summer is in full swing at Jack London Square, the perfect outdoor venue to enjoy the season’s best free festivals, freshest farmer’s markets and beautiful outdoor dining on the waterfront.
Published: July, 2013
Summer is in full swing at Jack London Square, the perfect outdoor venue to enjoy the season’s best free festivals, freshest farmer’s markets and beautiful outdoor dining on the waterfront. The month of July offers a packed calendar of excitement including the 4th of July Festival of Family Fun, Pedalfest (celebrating all things bike-related) and even the chance to meet several animals up for adoption through the East Bay SPCA.
First, head down to Jack London Square for a full day of holiday excitement at the 4th of July Festival of Family Fun! The waterfront will be abuzz with a bubble wrangler, jugglers, magicians, Uncle Sam stilt walkers, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon artists, hula hoopers, bike rentals, puppet shows, craft making, fire engine trucks and performances from the Circus Spire Youth Troupe. Families will also enjoy play rivers with earthy, kinetic environments, from Riveropolis, as well as a Conscious Carnival featuring several eco-games including Toss Out Tonsil Fuels, Recycle Swish, Seeds for Life and High Biker/Hi-Striker. Free to attend, the festival will also feature food options, tasty treats, drinks, music and more!
Pedalfest returns to Jack London Square on Saturday, July 20 to celebrate all things cycling at the Bay Area’s premier bicycle festival. This annual event will pack the waterfront with more than 20,000 biking enthusiasts enjoying bicycle-themed entertainment, food and exhibits. Free to attend, Pedalfest-goers will enjoy cycling daredevils performing in a 30-foot Whiskeydrome; two-wheeled stunts by pro riders; BMX competitions; a pedal-powered stage featuring live music; a children’s bicycle parade; folding bike races; a Bicycle Rodeo for kids; pedal-powered food; and a dazzling collection of new, vintage and handmade bikes. Additionally, a selection of beers will be available from New Belgium Brewing, with all proceeds being donated to the East Bay Bicycle Coalition.
On Saturday, July 13, Jack London Square is set to partner with the East Bay SPCA to find forever homes for furry friends. On this special day, the waterfront will welcome friendly dogs, adorable kittens and bunnies from more than 30 East Bay pet adoption agencies.
In addition to all the waterfront events, Jack London Square visitors can dine at a variety of contemporary restaurants including Bocanova, Forge Pizza, Haven, Lungomare and more. Visitors can easily bike, ferry or drive to Jack London Square. For additional information, visit www.jacklondonsquare.com.
