Wine tastings, beer festivals and spirited fun abound this fall. Here’s just a taste.

Lafayette Art & Wine Festival >> 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, Downtown Lafayette. Stroll among booths of handmade art and crafts while enjoying foods from local restaurants, vendors and food trucks, wines and microbrews. Stop by one (or more) of the four entertainment stages to jam out to tunes along the way. Free admission. lafayettefestival.com/

Los Gatos Art & Wine Fiesta >> 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. today, Civic Center Lawn, 110 E Main St., Los Gatos. The 2024 edition of this annual festival will feature more than 200 artists, local bands, fine wine and craft beer, plus gourmet food trucks and fun activities. Free admission. losgatosfiesta.com

Beer City Fest >> 12 to 5 p.m. today, Alameda Point, 1801 Ferry Point Road, Alameda. Beer City is returning to Alameda Point for another full day of running, beer tasting, games, live entertainment and all around fun on the waterfront. beercityfest.com/alameda/

Alameda Blues, Brews & BBQ >> 12 to 6 p.m. today, Washington Park, 740 Central Ave., Alameda. Alameda’s favorite blues festival returns with another ace line up including Grammy nominee Mark Hummel and Bay Area legend, the Dynamic Miss Faye Carol. Sample local craft brews and mouthwatering barbecue, too. Free admission. westendartsdistrict.org/blues-brews-and-bbq

September Sips >> 1 to 5:30 p.m. today, City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon. This California Wine Month celebration showcases local wineries pouring their best selections throughout the venue, allowing you to shop and sip simultaneously. Each guest will receive a complimentary wine glass and sample curated culinary offerings. $30. citycenterbishopranch.com/events/september-sips-2/

Redwood City Oktoberfest >> Today and Sept. 24-29, Courthouse Square, Redwood City. Immerse yourself in traditional Oktoberfest revelry with authentic German music, brimming steins and tasty German delights, plus dance contests, stein-holding challenges, yodeling competitions and other festivities. $10 to $30. redwoodcity.org

Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival >> Sept. 26-28, various Sonoma Valley venues. Spend a weekend honoring this region’s rich winemaking legacy and agricultural heritage with wine tasting, the time-honored Grape Stomp competition, live music and family-friendly activities. Prices vary. valleyofthemoonvintagefestival.org/

Ludwig’s Oktoberfest >> 4 to 10 p.m. Sept. 27-28, at 383 Castro St., Mountain View. Get ready for back-to-back weekends of Oktoberfest fun at Ludwig’s in Mountain View! For two straight weekends, Ludwig’s will be celebrating with authentic German beer, delicious Bavarian food, and lively music. Free admission; $150 table reservation. ludwigsmv.com/

Wet Hop Festival >> 1 to 6 p.m. Sept. 28, Homegrown Hops Brewing, 3000 Mines Road, Livermore. This festival celebrates the unique flavors and aromas of freshly harvested wet hops with exclusive beer tastings, food pairings, live music and hop farm tours. $60 to $95. tinyurl.com/WetHopFest

Faction Brewing Fall Market >> 3 to 8 p.m. Sept. 28, Faction Brewing, 2501 Monarch St., Alameda. Faction’s Fall Market brings together some of the Bay Area’s best artists, makers and small businesses under one roof. Support local vendors, grab some food and craft brews and enjoy scenic views of the bay. Free admission. tinyurl.com/FactionFallMarket