Outdoors in the East Bay This Week

Tuesday, June 21

CRAB COVE FAMILY SUMMER SOLSTICE FUN
Walk the Bay trail at sunset and mark the change of seasons with games songs and stories. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: 1252 McKay Ave., Alameda
When: 7 p.m.
How much: Free

Families are invited to enjoy the longest day of the year at the Tilden Nature Area with a 1.5-mile walk, campfire and children's crafts. Bring a snack and a story, poem or song to share.
Where:  1 Central Park Dr., Berkeley
When: 6:30 p.m.
How much: Free; registration is required, visit ebparks.org or call 1-888-EBPARKS

The trio plays Gypsy tango music with a French accent in the University of California Berkeley Botanical Garden's Redwood Grove. Admission includes entrance to the garden. Bring your own picnic and drinks.
Where: 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley
When: 5 p.m.
How much: Garden members – $10, non-members – $12, kids – $5

C.S.I. OPEN LAB: BIKE IT!
Bring your two-wheeler and gear up for Chabot Space & Science Center's bike-fest. Joined by community bike shops and groups, Chabot is celebrating spokes with hands-on clinics and demos, conversations with bike experts and enthusiasts, guidance on alternate transportation, and bike hikes in the redwoods.
Where: 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland
When: 11 a.m.
How much: Free with museum admission, which is $10.95-$14.95 online

BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL
The annual Juneteenth celebration includes a health fair, historical exhibit and live music, from African drumming and jazz to blues, neo-soul, gospel and reggae.
Where: Adeline Street between Ashby and Alcatraz avenues, Berkeley
When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.  
How much: Free

ALAMEDA COUNTY FAIR
The fair includes live music, horse racing, eclectic food, carnival rides and general free-hearted joy.  
Where: 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton
When: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; from June 22 to July 10.
How much: Ages 13-61 – $8 pre-fair and $10 at the gate; seniors (62 and older) – $6 pre-fair and $8 at the gate; children 6-12 – $4 pre-fair and $6 at the gate; children under 6 – free.

CHILDREN'S FAIRYLAND
This fairytale theme park features more than 30 colorful fantasy sets, designed especially for children ages 10 and under. Attractions include the Old West Junction, puppet shows, an arts and crafts center and the "Animal of the Day" learning lab.
Where: 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland (at Lake Merritt)
When: Monday through Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Labor Day
How much: $8 per person, free for children under age 1; the admission price includes unlimited rides, special shows, guest entertainers and puppet shows