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7 Bay Area events to kick off the weekend
If you're seeking solace from the bustling news cycle, you're in the right place.
Here are some events to check out this weekend.
Friday
✊🏾 Juneteenth kickoff: City Hall's celebration of Black excellence centers on the theme "Liberty, Legacy, and Leadership." It's expected to run from 5:30-8pm at 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Plaza.
🎷 SF Jazz Festival: This three-day fest features a range of talent, including the Charles Lloyd Sky Quartet and Patrice Rushen, at several rotating venues.
Saturday
🎪 Circus Bella: The local ensemble resumes performances at Mesa Park in Bolinas at 2pm with its new show "Hoopla." Times and locations across the Bay Area this season vary.
🎶 Dirtybird: The much-loved music collective known for its funky house beats is hosting a free concert from 1-5pm at Embarcadero Plaza.
🇮🇹 North Beach Festival: More than 200 vendors, local bites, live music and specialty cocktails will be offered 11am-7pm at the neighborhood's annual grand celebration.
🎉 Juneteenth Freedom Celebration: Live performances, 80 vendors and a fashion and hair show will be featured at this year's event, which will take place 11am-6pm on Fillmore between Geary and Fulton Streets.
