Upcoming Festivals and Events in Modesto, CA
Take the whole family to the County Fair or Toy Fair at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds (18 miles). For the adults, there’s the sophisticated of pleasures of wine & cheese tastings at the Riverbank Wine and Cheese Festival (7 miles). From Christmas and winter events near Modesto, CA to summer fun in May, June and July-Modesto, CA offers an exciting events destination, and the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites gives you the perfect place to experience it all.
Modesto Area Upcoming Calendar of Events
Modesto Marathon
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Modesto Marathon
| Date: | March 24, 2013 |
| Time: | 7am start time |
| Location: | Modesto |
| Address: | Modesto |
| Description: | The Modesto Marathon course features a downtown start and travels through scenic tree-lined historic college neighborhoods, including the celebrated “house in the middle of the road.” |
| Website: | www.modestomarathon.com |
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American Girl Fashion Show
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| Date: | March 16, 2013 |
| Time: | 10:30am, 2:30pm, 6:00pm |
| Location: | Modesto Centre Plaza |
| Address: | 1000 L Street, Modesto, CA |
| Description: |  The American Girl Fashion Show welcomes girls and their families, friends and favorite dolls to attend. A $35 ticket (presale; $40 at the door) earns a seat to watch the show, enjoy tea and elegant treats, a goody bag for children and entrance into the American Girl Marketplace. The two hour show celebrates being a girl, today or yesterday, and presents the historical and contemporary fashions that American Girl is known for.
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| Phone: | 209-524-1729 |
| Website: | agfsmodesto.net |
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International Wedding Festival
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| Date: | March 3, 2013 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 4:00pm |
| Location: | Modesto Centre Plaza |
| Address: | 1000 L Street, Modesto, CA |
| Description: | Meet the Central Valley's most elite providers under one roof to assist you with all of your wedding planning needs. There will be a live fashion show, featuring the latest bridal and tuxedo fashions, there will be rows and rows of photographers, videographers, venues, caterers, wedding cakes, gowns, tuxedos, florists, limousines, carriages, DJ's, wedding planners, and more! Tickets are $8 and can be purchased online at www.interantionalweddingfestival.com. If you encounter difficulties purchasing tickets, e-mail tickets@internationalweddingfestival.com. |
| Phone: | 209-966-3890 |
| Website: | www.internationalweddingfestival.com |
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Oakdale Rodeo 2013
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| Date: | April 13th and 14th, 2013 |
| Time: | 1:30pm |
| Location: | Oakdale Rodeo Grounds |
| Address: | Oakdale, CA |
| Description: |  Enjoy a fun filled day at the rodeo grounds in Oakdale at the Annual Oakdale Rodeo.
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| Phone: | 209-847-4083 |
| Website: | www.oakdalerodeo.com |
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Amgen Tour of California & Lifestyle Festival
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| Date: | May 17, 2013 |
| Time: | All Day |
| Location: | Downtown |
| Address: | Downtown Modesto |
| Description: |  Modesto is a Stage 4 Finish for the 2013 Amgen Tour of California!!! The Lifestyle Festival, will be located near the finish line of the Amgen Tour of California Professional bike race. It is the place to be for all cycling enthusiasts, racing fans and spectators. The festival will feature a health & fitness expo, cancer awareness education, cycling gear, family activities, bike safety, food, entertainment and more! With over 170 booths in downtown Modesto, there will be plenty to see and do for everyone in your family. Be in Downtown Modesto for an amazing festival and exciting finish to the Stage 4 of the Amgen Tour of California bike race.
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| Phone: | 209-526-5588 |
| Website: | www.modestogov.com/amgen |
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Graffiti Classic Car Parade
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | Downtown Modesto |
| Address: | Downtown Modesto |
| Description: | The Classic Car Parade is free to the public. Join us for classic cars, live music and 50’s fun! If you would like to register your car to be in the parade please contact the North Modesto Kiwanis below. |
| Phone: | 888-746-9763 |
| Website: | www.northmodestokiwanis.com |
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American Graffiti Car Show and Festival
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | MJC West Campus |
| Address: | 2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA |
| Description: |  This 13th Annual event is presented by North Modesto Kiwanis. Check out the classic cars, stroll through hundreds of food options, craft and specialty booths and listen to a variety of different bands including Greg Kihn’s Band!
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| Phone: | 888-746-9763 |
| Website: | www.northmodestokiwanis.com |
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Baseball’s Mid Summer Classic All Star Bash
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | John Thurman Field |
| Address: | 601 Neece St., Modesto, CA |
| Description: |  All Star Game, Home Run Derby, Fan Festival, post game parties and much more!
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| Phone: | 209-572-4487 |
| Website: | www.modestonuts.com |
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X-Fest 2013
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | Downtown Modesto |
| Address: | Entrance at 10th and J Street |
| Description: |  Come out and celebrate the art of music with 50 live bands, 8 stages, 15 blocks, and 15,000 people…The Valley’s biggest party since 1999!
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| Phone: | 209-818-8736 |
| Website: | www.xfestmodesto.com |
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International Wedding Festival
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | Modesto Centre Plaza |
| Address: | 1000 L Street, Modesto, CA |
| Description: |  Meet the Central Valley's most elite providers under one roof to assist you with all of your wedding planning needs. There will be a live fashion show, featuring the latest bridal and tuxedo fashions, there will be rows and rows of photographers, videographers, venues, caterers, wedding cakes, gowns, tuxedos, florists, limousines, carriages, DJ's, wedding planners, and more! Tickets are $8 and can be purchased online at www.interantionalweddingfestival.com. If you encounter difficulties purchasing tickets, e-mail tickets@internationalweddingfestival.com.
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| Phone: | 209-966-3890 |
| Website: | www.internationalweddingfestival.com |
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International Festival
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | Gallo Center for the Arts |
| Address: | 1000 L Street, Modesto, CA |
| Description: |  Modesto's Annual International Festival presents "a day of cultural celebration" - a family-orientated event showcasing the many cultures of the area through music and dance, with special activities for the kids, cultural booths, food booths and more. Admission is free; 11:00am – 5:00 pm. At Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I Street, 209-526-5588, www.internationalfestivalmodesto.org.
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| Phone: | 209-521-3852 |
| Website: | www.internationalfestivalmodesto.com |
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Oktoberfest
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | John Thurman Field |
| Address: | 601 Neece Drive, Modesto, CA |
| Description: |  Be part of one of the largest beer and wine tasting events in the San Joaquin Valley! Sample some of the best beer, wine, cheese and nuts the Central Valley has to offer! There will also be midway games, cash give-a ways and much, much more! Live music, authentic German brats and live radio broadcasts
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| Phone: | 209-577-5757 |
| Website: | www.modchamber.org |
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Riverbank Cheese & Wine Exposition
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| Date: | TBA |
| Time: | TBA |
| Location: | Riverbank, CA |
| Address: | Santa Fe & 3rd, Riverbank, CA |
| Description: |  On the second weekend of October, Santa Fe Street in Riverbank becomes an irresistible street festival. With over 200 vendors consisting of arts & crafts, antiques dealers, commercial, and food booths are part of the excitement on Santa Fe Street. Live entertainment on our two stages will provide music for your enjoyment.
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| Phone: | 209-863-9600 |
| Website: | www.riverbankcheeseandwine.org |
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ATTRACTIONS
Gallo Center for the Arts. The Gallo Center for the Arts is the stunning multi-million dollar performance center that opened in 2007. The Gallo Center for the Arts features two main theaters, the Mary Stuart Rogers and Foster Family Theaters, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Performances range from opera and ballet to top-name concerts and musicals straight from Broadway. To learn more about the Gallo Center for the Arts, visit www.galloarts.org.
Vintage Faire Mall. Vintage Faire Mall offers leading department stores, well-known retailersand a new luxury outdoor shopping experience, The Village at Vintage Faire. The newly built addition features Apple, Sephora, Bebe, BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, Coach Inc. and Coldwater Creek. Other shopping spots at Vintage Faire Mall include department stores like Macy's, Sears and JC Penney, plus Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister, Aéropostale, Forever 21 and American Eagle Outfitters. For more details, visit www.shopvintagefairemall.com. [Top]
Gallo Center for the Arts. The Gallo Center for the Arts is the stunning multi-million dollar performance center that opened in 2007. The Gallo Center for the Arts features two main theaters, the Mary Stuart Rogers and Foster Family Theaters, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Performances range from opera and ballet to top-name concerts and musicals straight from Broadway. To learn more about the Gallo Center for the Arts, visit www.galloarts.org.
Vintage Faire Mall. Vintage Faire Mall offers leading department stores, well-known retailersand a new luxury outdoor shopping experience, The Village at Vintage Faire. The newly built addition features Apple, Sephora, Bebe, BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, Coach Inc. and Coldwater Creek. Other shopping spots at Vintage Faire Mall include department stores like Macy's, Sears and JC Penney, plus Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister, Aéropostale, Forever 21 and American Eagle Outfitters. For more details, visit www.shopvintagefairemall.com. [Top]
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Modesto, CA
4300 Bangs Avenue, Modesto, CA 95356
Email: brian.lee@zeniquehotels.com.
Reservations: 209-543-9009 Fax: 209-543-0800
