It’s summer, which means it’s time to kick back and relax, perhaps with a drink in hand. Here’s a sampling of festivals, tastings and other spirited fun in the coming weeks.

Paws for Pinot >> 12 to 3 p.m. today, EPIC Steak, 369 The Embarcadero, San Francisco. Come out for an amazing patio party to support Guide Dogs for the Blind. Enjoy delicious food from local restaurants, pinot noir from renowned wineries, live music, beer, games and raffles. $96.90. epicsteak.com/#paramount

Fiesta Alameda >> 12 to 6 p.m. today, Alameda Point Taxiway, 2149 Ferry Point, Alameda. Alameda-based West End Arts District will host the third annual Fiesta Alameda, a lively celebration of Latin music, dance, culture, food and drinks. Enjoy live music, dance performances and kids activities, plus wine, craft brews, margaritas and tequila. Free admission. events.humanitix.com/fiesta-alameda-2024/tickets

Watercolor and Wine >> 1 to 3 p.m. today, Rodney Strong Vineyards, 11455 Old Redwood Highway, Healdsburg. Crafted at Appellation is partnering with Rodney Strong Vineyards to host a watercolor and wine workshop. Artists of all levels will be introduced to watercolor painting while enjoying premium wines from Rodney Strong Vineyards and food from the culinary team at Appellation. $115. tinyurl.com/WatercolorWine

Vineyard Vibes >> Friday, plus Aug. 16 and Sept. 13, Arista Winery, 7015 Westside Road, Healdsburg. Come out to Arista Winery’s summer event series to enjoy an evening of live music, handcrafted wines, and delicious gourmet pizza. $45. aristawinery.com/Events

Santa Clara Valley Wine Auction >> 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Clos LaChance Winery, 1 Hummingbird Lane, San Martin. The Morgan Hill Community Foundation invites you to an evening of elegance and philanthropy. Indulge in delectable wine and food tastings, live entertainment and charitable giving, all set against the stunning backdrop of vineyards and rolling hills. $95 to $150. visitmorganhill.org/santaclaravalleywineauction

Barbera Festival >> 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 3, Terra D’ Oro, 20680 Shenandoah School Road, Plymouth. Come out for an unparalleled wine experience set against the backdrop of the beautiful Sierra foothills. Enjoy a grand tasting, culinary journeys, interactive stations, a silent auction, live music and an immersive light show to set the mood. $125. tinyurl.com/BarberaFest2024

Opera in the Vineyard >> 5 p.m. Aug. 18, Garré Vineyard & Winery, 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore. Join Livermore Valley Opera for a relaxing evening filled with beautiful voices and captivating melodies in a picturesque vineyard, best enjoyed while sampling some of Garré’s award-winning wines. $80. livermorevalleyopera.com/

Sunset Soirée >> 5 to 10 p.m. Aug. 24, Dry Creek Vineyard, 3770 Lambert Bridge Road, Healdsburg. Give summer a spectacular sendoff with a festive dinner and dance party featuring limited production wines, alfresco bites and retro tunes performed by a live band. $195. tinyurl.com/SunsetSoireeDryCreek