#GigWeekend Events (May 5-7, 2023)
It's a festive start 🪅 to #GigWeekend with Cinco de Mayo celebrations. But are we going to let the good vibes stop there? Nope. Hop in a Gig and keep the excitement rolling! 🙌
Cheer on the the Seattle Kraken and Golden State Warriors as they compete in the Western Conference Semifinals! Use code WINR2 for $5 in Gig Credits* to watch the games at your favorite spot.
Get in and go to these happenings in Seattle and the San Francisco Bay Area. Share your memories by tagging us on social with #GigWeekend!
Seattle
🪅 The Ultimate Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Commemorate Mexico's victory at the Battle of Puebla during this three-day event. Enjoy mariachi, live music, Azteca dancers, singers, salsa lessons, and plenty of Encanto! Food and drinks will also be available throughout the Harbor Steps Plaza location.
Friday, May 5 through Sunday, May 7, times vary
Taqueria Cantina, 89 University Street, Seattle
🎭 La Traviata
Presented by Seattle Opera, this 4-star production is emotional and unforgettable, asking: "How much would you sacrifice for love?" Four internationally heralded singers will make their Seattle Opera debuts in lead roles, so you won't want to miss out on their magnificent performances.
Saturday, May 6 through Sunday, May 21, times vary
Marion Oliver McCaw Hall at Seattle Center, 321 Mercer Street, Seattle
🏒 Seattle Kraken vs. Dallas Stars - Game 3
Fresh off an exciting upset of the defending Stanley Cup Champions in their first-ever playoff series, the Seattle Kraken are pitted against the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Semifinals. Welcome the Kraken back home with loud cheers in the first game of the series at Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday.
Sunday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Avenue N, Seattle
🎵 Sierra Ferrell
Hear the stunning voice of singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Sierra Ferrell up close at The Neptune. The strength of her magnetic live show led to her landing a deal with Rounder Records. Her highly anticipated debut album Long Time Coming was released to critical acclaim in 2021.
Sunday, May 7 ay 8 p.m.
The Neptune Theatre, 1303 NE 45th Street, Seattle
SF Bay Area
🪅 Cinco de Mayo Concert
Come ready to dance for a celebration of Cinco de Mayo and Mexican culture. Peña Toribio is presenting this free concert at the Golden Gate Bandshell, the oldest structure in Golden Gate Park's Music Concourse. Francisco Herrera, Cascada De Flores and Dia PaSon are schedule to perform.
Friday, May 5 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Golden Gate Park Bandshell, John F. Kennedy Dr. and Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco
🏀 Thrive City Watch Party: Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers - Game 3
The defending champion Warriors thrillingly dispatched of the Kings in 7 games. But Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and co. now face a familiar foe in LeBron James and the Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals. Catch Game 3 on the big screen in front of Chase Center with other Dub Nation fans.
Saturday May 6 at 4 p.m.
Chase Center, 1 Warriors Way, San Francisco
🥾 9th Annual El Cerrito Hillside Festival
More than a dozen hikes and other events are on tap for this wonderful event in El Cerrito's 100-acre Hillside Natural Area. Many subjects will be covered including native flora and fauna, insects, trees, geology, history, poetry, fire safety and more. All of the events are family friendly.
Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7, times vary
Hillside Natural Area, 7501 Schmidt Lane, El Cerrito
📚 9th Annual Bay Area Book Festival
About 300 distinguished authors of both adult and youth books will be on hand at indoor stages over the two-day festival. On Sunday, the event will include an outdoor stage at Civic Center Park with exhibitions, delicious food options, a youth expo and more!
Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7, times vary
Various locations throughout Berkeley
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