The hippest up-and-coming Outside Lands music festival is one of the few festivals in San Francisco hat holds outdoor concerts at night. Former acts on the lineup have included Dave Matthews and Pearl Jam. Proceeds benefit San Francisco Parks and Recreation programs. Sweaty, elbow-to-elbow revellers pack Golden Gate Park, and the scene from on high might give the impression that the Pope’s in town. But these folks are having more fun, and enjoying spectacular food by Taste of the Bay. Concurrent with Outside Lands in Golden Gate Park, events are scheduled at more than 20 wineries in Napa and Sonoma.

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