San Francisco Bay Area Community Events (May 18th – May 26th, 2024)

There is a garden that not only allows you to travel through time but also lets you experience the beauty of nature! In this blooming month of May, the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden will host a guided tour to explore the historical mansion and garden. During this 90-minute tour, you will immerse yourself in captivating historical stories and a colorful array of flowers and trees from a unique perspective.

This event is suitable for adults and children over 10 years old. Garden enthusiasts and history buffs are welcome to attend.

Organizer: Gamble Garden

Date: May 21, 2024 (Tuesday) 1:30pm – 3pm

Location: Gamble Garden (1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301)

Cost: Members: Free

Non-members: Adults $15; Under 18 years old $5

Registration: https://bit.ly/3WxlEj5

Phone: 650-329-1356

2024 Stanford Taekwondo Spring Open Tournament will be held on May 25th at the Stanford University campus! The competition will feature forms and sparring categories, aiming to provide a safe, fun, and challenging competitive environment for taekwondo athletes of all levels of experience.

The tournament will prioritize quality referees and a trained championship committee to ensure the safety, efficiency, and friendliness of the competition. We look forward to your participation and wish you great success in the tournament!

Organizer: Stanford Taekwondo

Date: May 25, 2024 (Saturday) 9:30am – 7pm

Location: Arrillaga Outdoor Education and Recreation Center (285 Santa Teresa Street Stanford, CA 94305)

Registration: https://bit.ly/3JTQxGM

Cost: $5 – $120

Inspired by Asian night markets, FoodieLand is an outdoor festival suitable for families, hosting over 15 events annually with over 750,000 visitors. FoodieLand features 170+ vendors from across the USA, bringing a diverse cultural market to California, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, and Texas!

During the event, you can taste various culinary flavors, shop for unique treasures from small businesses, challenge games with friends, and enjoy live performances. Each event features different vendors, providing a new experience every time.

Friendly reminder: No pets allowed; service animals permitted.

Date: May 24th – 26th, 2024

May 24th (Friday) 3pm – 10pm

May 25th (Saturday) 1pm – 10pm

May 26th (Sunday) 1pm – 10pm

Location: South Parking Lot of Cow Palace (2600 Geneva Ave, Daly City, CA 94014)

Cost: $7 per person; Children under 5 years old free (Parking fee: $15 per vehicle, ADA parking available)

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/ccehkxvv

Join the grand opening celebration of 7 Leaves Cafe’s new store, featuring live DJ, giveaways, and more. The first 200 customers will receive a free gift bag and 7 Leaves sticker on the 7 Leaves mobile app!

Organizer: 7 Leaves Cafe

Date: May 18, 2024 (Saturday) 10am

Location: 3931 Alemany Blvd Suite 2002-2003, San Francisco, CA 94132

Website: 7leavescafe.com

Email: [email protected]

Spend a leisurely weekend exploring “Second Saturdays” for great finds! Discover local vintage clothing and goods while enjoying live music performances by Bay Area artists. The event features over 50 booths, including community thrift auction area, food, and refreshing beverages.

Organizer: Sunset Mercantile

Date: May 18th (Third Saturday of every month) 10am – 4pm

Address: 1994 37th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116

Details: https://tinyurl.com/3axjbb74

The world-renowned Cars and Coffee Meet returns to San Jose in May!

Enjoy free donuts and coffee while exploring the car show, featuring exciting activities such as raffles, giveaways, music, tech talks, promotions, and more! Bring your cool cars, trucks, motorcycles, and custom vehicles to snag the best parking spots.

Date: May 18, 2024 (Saturday) 8am – 11am

Location: 1847 Little Orchard St, San Jose, CA 95125

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/mpayz87n

This Friday evening, “Crazy Funny Asians” comedy show will hit the stage at Speakeasy Brewery, San Francisco’s newest venue! With non-stop laughter, the Bay Area’s top comedians will showcase Asian culture in the Bay Area. The show will run every Friday at 7pm and 9pm, so grab your tickets early for discounts.

– Crazy Funny Asians / Comedy Lineup

Host: K. Cheng (NBC diversity comedy showcase, Cambodian Pride, host of San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade preview)

New lineup every week. Some include:

Jeen Yee-Tommy Ts

Chris Posadas-Tommy Ts

Shawn Felipe-WorldAsia TV, Sprint Comedy

Nicole Tran-Tommy T’s

Ryan Chan-Opened for Earthquake

Moon Choe-SF Sketchfest

Andrew Orofolo-SF Punchline

Date: May 17, 2024 (Friday) 9pm (Continues every Friday at 7pm and 9pm)

Location: 1195 Evans Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/34wbs6xr

“Music in the Garden: San Francisco Botanical Garden Concert” will be held on May 22nd at the San Francisco Golden Gate Park Botanical Garden. It will be a unique musical experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in classical music surrounded by enchanting natural landscapes. Bring a picnic, lawn chair, and blanket for a special afternoon.

Event Highlights:

– Wireless headphones for an immersive music experience
– Beautiful classical music harmonizing with nature
– Stroll through the beautiful San Francisco Botanical Garden with over 8,000 plant species

Date: May 22, 2024 (Wednesday) 3pm – 4:30pm

2pm – 3pm: Check-in

3pm – 4:30pm: Concert

Location: Great Meadow at San Francisco Botanical Garden (1199 9th Avenue San Francisco, CA 94122)

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yykxadej

This Saturday, the “Modern Homes Tour Silicon Valley” will showcase the beauty of modern architecture in Silicon Valley! This event offers the opportunity to visit the coolest homes in the Bay Area, interact face-to-face with architects and designers, and gain design inspiration from their creations and design philosophies.

Date: May 18, 2024 (Saturday) 10am – 4pm

Location: Multiple locations, see map link on tickets

Homes to be visited: https://tinyurl.com/3eaxk6yt

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/mr7fhzna

Refund Policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event, excluding Eventbrite fees.

This weekend, the 2024 Chinese Silicon Valley AI Forum will be held in San Jose, organized jointly by alumni associations and entrepreneurial organizations from various Silicon Valley universities including Peking University, Tsinghua University, Tongji University, UC Berkeley, Stanford, and more. There will be 4 keynote speeches, 12 in-depth academic and industry discussions, with over 300 AI professionals participating.

Date: May 18, 2024 (Saturday) 8:30am – 7pm
May 19, 2024 (Sunday) 8:30am – 7pm

Location: Q Bay Center (160 East Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134)

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/46wjaect

Upbeat Music offers hot enrollment for summer classes! The summer class, taught by professional teachers, provides teaching materials, instruments, and snacks for an enjoyable learning experience. Children are welcome to explore the world of arts, enhancing artistic qualities and moral upbringing. Limited spots available, first come, first served.

Target Age: 5-12 years old

Courses include:

– Music: Piano, Guitar, Drums, Singing, Basic Music Theory
– Music Appreciation: Disney, Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, American country music
– Art: Chinese painting, Watercolor painting, Lantern painting, Bookmark painting, Handicraft
– Chinese: Reading, Recitation, Mini-drama, Traditional historical stories, Virtue education

Date: May 27 – August 9, 2024

Location: 28 S Hillview Dr, Milpitas CA, 95035

Website: www.UpbeatMusic.School

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 925-505-8199

This Saturday, the Vietnamese Arts and Culture (Odai) Festival will be held at San Jose City Hall. This event offers a deep dive into Vietnamese culture and arts, providing a wonderful time for those who love culture to come together with like-minded individuals!

Date: May 18, 2024 (Saturday) 2pm – 9:30pm

Program:

2pm – 4pm: Outdoor Activities (Free to attend)
Dozens of Odai models showcasing, artistic activities, and live drum performances.

4:30pm – 9:30pm: Indoor Performances and Seated Dinner (Paid entry)
Sumptuous dinner, live music, visual arts, and fashion show.

Location: San Jose City Hall (200 East Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA 95113)

Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/mtekfjs9

Refund Policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event, excluding Eventbrite fees.

Please note: Events may be subject to changes, please refer to the organizer’s information for accuracy.