Aug. 16-17: Festival of India, Assyrian food, Burlingame arts, Foster City carnival, Scotts Valley dogs, cars
There’s a jam-packed weekend of Bay Area festivals ahead. Among the highlights:
Festival of India: The 33rd annual FOG (Festival of Globe) celebration of Indian culture features entertainment, food, a Saturday dance competition, a two-day fair (mela) and the big Sunday parade. Details: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday (parade at 11 a.m.); $6 fair entrance; 39439 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont; https://fogsv.com/.
Assyrian Food Festival: Culinary treats from what’s called the cradle of civilization, along with live music, dancing, children’s activities and a Samovar Alley featuring teas, coffees and pastries at this 31st annual event. Details: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday; Assyrian Church of the East, 680 Minnesota Ave., San Jose; free admission; www.assyrianfoodfestival.org.
Foster City Summer Days: This festival at Leo Ryan Park offers carnival rides, car show, entertainment, crafts and community booths, food and beverage stands and a Rubber Ducky Scavenger Hunt. Admission is free; tickets required for rides. Details: Rides open 5 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, but booths and stages close earlier. www.fcsummerdays.com
Burlingame on the Avenue: Featuring arts and crafts and food booths, live music and community entertainment on multiple stages. Details: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Burlingame Avenue between El Camino Real and California Drive; free admission; burlingamechamber.org.
Scotts Valley Art, Wine and Beer Festival: Fine art, food, live music, kids’ activities, wine and beer. On Saturday there’s a Cops ‘n’ Rodders car show; Sunday is Dog Day. Details: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; Skypark, Scotts Valley; free admission; www.svartfestival.com.
Boss of the Sauce: Little Italy San Jose’s pasta-eating festival and sauce competition returns Sunday, with AYCE pasta for $25. Eight South Bay restaurants will make their best red sauce — for the crowd of eaters and for the Boss of the Sauce competition. Details: Noon-4 p.m. at the Museum Piazza, 323 W. St. John St.. San Jose; tickets at www.littleitalysj.com/events.