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How to Spend Memorial Day Weekend In California
Check out the fun things and activites you can do in California on Memorial Day.
Memorial Day- A day when we remember and honor those who died while serving the nation. It is observed annually on the last Monday of May. The three day weekend brings along an array of events starting with the Memorial Day Commemoration, to sightseeing to parades, and much more. Due the current lockdown being exposed and following the government norms of social distancing, many of the events are either being canceled or postponed.
As for the hospitality industry, wineries, restaurants, bars, etc are offering special discounts to their customers.
Here we present a list of those events that are being done keeping the safety measures in mind. If you’re spending your Memorial Day in California and are wondering as to what fun events you can go to then check this out.
Memorial Day Brunch - Picante Berkley
Monday, Mat 25, 2020 from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Join them for this special week day brunch, whether or not your have the day off. Their delectable brunch menu includes huevos rancheros, chilaquiles and enfrijoladas along with Mexican hot chocolate from Oaxaca. Brunch is served until 3 p.m. alongside your regular favorites until 9:00 p.m. Visit their website.
Memorial Day BBQ & Bacchus at The Winery
Monday, May 25, 2020 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (PDT)
The Winery SF brings the California wine experience right to San Francisco through its winery, tasting room and event venue. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or simply wine-curious, a visit to The Winery SF brings wine country to you. As noted in Sunset Magazine, The Winery SF is not only San Francisco’s first fully-functional winery, it was named one of the Top 100 Urban Movements on the West Coast! This concept caught on and soon other fully-functional urban wineries emerged in San Francisco. Visit their website.
Join them for one of the most popular events at The Winery SF this Memorial Day and enjoy a fun afternoon of food, music, wine, and beautiful views of the Bay! Instead of inviting friends and family to your backyard, let them host the BBQ on Treasure Island - purchase a wine tasting and receive a FREE hot dog (with all the condiments). We can't think of a better way to spend our precious day off! Book your tickets here.
Pub Crawl San Francisco
Saturday, May 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM (PDT)
Experience 4 of the best bars & clubs of San Francisco's legendary Nob Hill and Union Square neighborhoods including the hottest clubs in SF bay area with free VIP entry.
Enjoy zero entry fees, skip lines/queues for fast-track entry and receive exclusive “Pub Crawl only” drink deals & free shots at every bar. Visit their website.
Peju Winery- Virtual Tasting
Thursday, May 21, 2020 Time: 3:30 P.M.
Just in time for Memorial Day weekend they invite you to join them for summer in a glass with PEJU Sauvignon Blanc. Hosted by owner Lisa Peju and winemaker, Sara Fowler, this session will include easy recipes and pairing suggestions for the upcoming weekend. Visit their website.
Integrity Wines- At-Home Winemaker-led Tasting
Sunday, May 24, 2020 at 1:00 PM
Join them in the safety and convenience of your home for a private and intimate tasting for a perfect Sunday. Winemaker Mark Hoover will share several just-released wines and other surprise samplings. Shipment orders must be made in time to allow UPS delivery; 2 days to Nothern & Southern CA, 1 day to the SF Bay Area. Visit their website.
Grapevine - Wine bar
Join us at the Grapevine to celebrate both Memorial Day and National Wine Day! In honor of National Wine Day and Memorial Day, we will be offering a 20% discount off all retail wines in their store. Visit their website.