Kick back and relax this summer, perhaps with a drink in hand. Look for these festivals, tastings and other spirited events in the coming weeks.

Downtown Alameda Art & Wine Faire >> Today, Downtown Alameda. Enjoy the summer sun and island breeze at Alameda’s biggest free street festival of the year! Enjoy more than 200 artisans, festival foods, locally crafted wine and beer, continuous live music on three stages and kids activities. Free admission. downtownalameda.com/artandwine/

Wine Down Wednesday >> 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection, 1325 Broadway, Sonoma. Locals and visitors alike are invited to partake in a five part varietal tasting as The Lodge at Sonoma partners with Cline Cellars to curate an inviting atmosphere for all to enjoy. Free. tinyurl.com/WineDownLodge

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

Pub in the Park >> 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 3 and Sept. 7, Red Morton Park, 1120 Roosevelt Ave., Redwood City. Enjoy a leisurely summer afternoon lounging in the park while listening to bluegrass, sipping local brews and enjoying lawn games. Each event will feature a variety of microbreweries and food trucks. Free admission. tinyurl.com/RedwoodPubinthePark

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

Black Radio Experience >> Aug. 30 to Sept. 1, Meritage Resort And Spa, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa. The Blue Note Jazz Festival’s Black Radio Experience is a celebration of the rich tapestry of Black culture and the power of music, plus food, wine and comedy. Find updated ticket information at bluenotejazz.com/black-radio-experience/

158th Scottish Highland Gathering and Games >> Aug. 31-Sept. 1, Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. Enjoy sports competitions and athletic feats, traditional music and dance, Celtic heritage events and whisky tastings. $0 to $35 admission. thescottishgames.com/

Yuba Sutter Brewfest >> Sept. 7, Bryant Field, 1431 C St., Marysville. Get ready to enjoy the best brews, food, and live music at the the 11th annual brewfest which will feature dozens of local breweries showcasing new and exciting brews. $25 to $150. tinyurl.com/SutterBrewfest