From summertime festivals to music and markets under the stars, check out these ten events happening throughout May and June in the Bay Area.
Pasadena Strawberry Festival
The annual festival Pasadena Fairgrounds raises money for scholarships and includes events such as a carnival, a parade, a beauty pageant and a barbecue cook-off.
- May 17, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- $6-$16 (admission)
- 7902 W. Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena
- www.strawberryfest.org
Bayside Bazaar
The night market in Seabrook will include handmade goods, boutique finds and art, as well as a plant swap.
- May 23, 4-8 p.m.
- Cost TBD
- 5002 E. NASA Parkway, Seabrook
- Facebook: Bayside Bazaar
Salsa Bachata Boat Party
The Memorial Day Weekend boat party at the South Shore Harbour Resort features nonstop Latin music, dancing and an open bar.
- May 24, 5:30-9 p.m.
- $75 (per person)
- 2500 S. Shore Blvd., League City
- www.eventbrite.com
Bayou City Waterkeeper Tributary
The community event at Armand Bayou Nature Center is dedicated to honoring waterways and natural habitats and includes mini pontoon and kayak tours.
- May 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (first 100 guests)
- 8500 Bay Area Blvd., Pasadena
- www.abnc.org/bcw-tributary
Galveston County Pickle Fest
Attendees can participate in pickle-eating contests and enjoy a petting zoo, pickle-flavored food and drinks and live music.
- May 30-31, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- $8 (online), $15 (at the door)
- 10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock
- Facebook: Galveston County Pickle Fest
Bark-A-Thon
Celebrate the last weekend of National Pet Month with local rescue groups hosting dog adoptions at Kemah Boardwalk.
- May 31, noon-4 p.m.
- Prices vary
- 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah
- www.kemahboardwalk.com/bark-a-thon
Jammin' on Jarboe
Listen to rock, blues and country tunes under the stars at the community event hosted by the city of Clear Lake Shores.
- June 6, 7-10 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 815 Birch Road, Clear Lake Shores
- www.clearlakeshores-tx.gov/288/Jammin-on-Jarboe
Nautifest
Kick off summer with a one-day coastal festival featuring live music, a bikini contest and sand volleyball.
- June 13, 1 p.m.
- $10 (general admission)
- 2613 ½ E. NASA Parkway, Seabrook
- www.thebarge295.com
Sunset Bazaar
The second anniversary celebration of the night market will include live music, raffle prizes and 50+ local artisans selling unique finds.
- June 13, 4-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 100 Perkins Ave., League City
- www.sunsetbazaaron2nd.com
White Linen Night
Stroll through 100 exhibits of local artists in downtown League City while enjoying beverages, food trucks and live music.
- June 13, 4-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 210 N. Kansas Ave., League City
- www.leaguecitytx.gov/4327/League-City-White-Linen-Night
