SAN FRANCISCO

Fabulous Food Festival

When, where: Nov. 7 and 8, Concourse Exhibition Center

Highlights: The second annual event will feature culinary specialties to try and buy from more than 150 exhibitors. Also: food demos, lectures, live music and prizes.

Cost: $10

Info: (415) 388-7208, www.pacificexpositions.com

HAMMOND, ORE.

Fall mushroom hikes

When, where: Nov. 13, 20 and 27, Fort Stevens State Park

Highlights: Park rangers lead visitors on a milelong hike to hunt wild mushrooms. Call in advance to reserve a spot.

Cost: Free; parking $3

Info: (503) 861-3170, Ext. 41, www.oregonstateparks.org/

LA QUINTA, CALIF.

La Quinta Blues & Brews

When, where: Nov. 21, La Quinta Civic Center

Highlights: The third annual festival offers the opportunity to try more than 30 microbrews and listen to three live blues bands.

Cost: $15 advance; $20 at the door, including four beer tastings

Info: (760) 564-1244, www.lqaf.com

SAN DIEGO

Chargers 50th anniversary block party