Travel calendar for July and August
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SANTA FE AND ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival
When, where: July 18-Aug. 23, the New Mexico Museum of Art, Lensic Performing Arts Center and Immanuel Presbyterian Church
Highlights: This annual ode to classical music comprises more than 80 concerts, master classes, recitals and rehearsals.
Cost: Tickets start at about $20.
Info: (888) 221-9836, https://www.sfcmf.org
SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco Jewish Film Festival
When, where: July 24-Aug. 9, various venues
Highlights: Tens of thousands are expected to take in Jewish cinema during this annual festival of movies that explores the Jewish experience; a special focus will be on Jewish gangsters in film.
Cost: Tickets start at about $10; all-festival passes are $225.
Info: (415) 621-0556, https://www.sfjff.org
NORTH LAKE TAHOE
Wanderlust
When, where: July 29-Aug. 1, Squaw Valley USA
Highlights: Yoga, music and the outdoors converge for the second annual Wanderlust Festival in a spectacular alpine setting. Headliners include Moby and Pretty Lights, plus many top names in yoga.
Cost: Tickets start at $90; four-day passes are $450.
Info: (888) 512-7469, https://www.wanderlustfestival.com
SANTA BARBARA
Old Spanish Days Fiesta
When, where: Aug. 4-8, multiple locations
Highlights: A tradition that started in 1924 showcases the region’s rich Spanish and Mexican heritage. Attendees can partake of tours, parades, religious services and other celebrations.
Cost: Varies, though many events are free.
Info: (805) 962-8101, https://www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org
MAMMOTH LAKES, CALIF.
Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza
When, where: Aug. 6-8, Sam’s Wood Site
Highlights: Los Lonely Boys, Dave Mason and Ruthie Foster are among those slated to perform at this annual forest festival, during which some 60 microbreweries will serve their beers.
Cost: Single events start at $25; $99 for all three days.
Info: (888) 992-7397, https://www.mammothbluesbrewsfest.com
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