Calendar

ROSWELL, N.M.

UFO Festival

When, where: Friday-July 4, various venues

Highlights: Visit the alleged UFO crash site and take in alien-themed attractions, conspiracy-oriented lectures, a costume contest (including one for pets), a wine festival, a battle of the bands, a light parade and fireworks.

Cost: Free

Info: https://www.ufofestivalroswell.com

SQUAW VALLEY, CALIF.

Ultimate Independence Day Weekend

When, where: Saturday-July 4, throughout the resort

Highlights: Skiing in July? Thanks to unseasonable snowfall, six lifts will be operating. Also: pool parties, barbecues, an arts and crafts festival and a pond-skimming contest.

Cost: Daily lift tickets $49; $12 for ages 12 and younger; price includes commemorative T-shirt

Info: (866) 366-7261, https://www.squaw.com

SAN FRANCISCO

Renegade Craft Fair

When, where: July 9 and 10, Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion

Highlights: Browse hundreds of booths run by indie-craft and do-it-yourself artisans selling their handmade wares.

Cost: Free

Info: https://www.renegadecraft.com

MARYSVILLE, CALIF.

Marysville Peach Festival

When, where: July 15 and 16, downtown Marysville

Highlights: Peach-centric food, entertainment and craft vendors draw more than 40,000 attendees. The annual event will also feature carnival rides and live music.

Cost: Free

Info: https://www.marysvillepeachfest.com

GREENVILLE, CALIF.

Annual Gold Digger Days

When, where: July 16, Main Street

Highlights: This annual celebration of the region’s gold-mining heritage includes gold panning, a parade, a nighttime street dance, arts and crafts, horseshoe pitching, a softball tournament, a firefighters’ muster and a chili cook-off.

Cost: Most events are free.

Info: (530) 284-6633, https://www.indianvalley.net

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