Calendar: Mountain View art and wine festival

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF.

Art & Wine Festival

When, where: Sept. 11 and 12, Castro Street

Highlights: Live music complements hundreds of artists displaying and selling their works, a wide range of food options, a Kids’ Park and a Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony.

Cost: Free

Info: (650) 968-8378, https://www.miramarevents.com/mountainview

MORRO BAY, CALIF.

Avocado & Margarita Festival

When, where: Sept. 18, 714 Embarcadero parking lot

Highlights: True to name, avocados and tequila are the main ingredients for a festival that promises live music, competitions, children’s activities — and plenty of guacamole.

Cost: Free

Info: (800) 231-0592, https://www.morrobayavocadomargaritafestivalevent.com

SAFFORD, ARIZ.

SalsaFest

When, where: Sept. 24 and 25, Safford Town Square

Highlights: Hot-air balloons, Chihuahua races and skydivers headline the annual family-friendly event, alongside salsa dancing, salsa-making, tastings, chile roasting and eating contests.

Cost: Free; there is a fee to enter certain events.

Info: (888) 837-1841, https://www.salsatrail.com

VARIOUS STATES

Museum Day

When, where: Sept. 25, participating museums nationwide

Highlights: Some 1,300 museums open their doors to the public, at no charge. In L.A., the Autry National Center will hold related activities, including tours, trivia contests and giveaways.

Cost: Free admission for two people per household; tickets are required and can be printed from the event’s website.

Info: https://www.smithsonian.com/museumday

— Avital Binshtock

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