A La Carte & Art, 'Official Kick-Off to Festival Season' May 4, 2013

May 4-5, 10am to 6 pm

It's time to spring into festival season! The Bay Area's popular outdoor festival season officially kicks-off in Mountain View at this vibrant celebration of the arts which this year pays special tribute to Cinco de Mayo with two days of stellar live music, a juried arts and crafts show with 200 of the west coast's top artists showing their latest handcrafted wares, artisan specialty food purveyors, health and wellness displays, an organic and green products showcase, home and garden exhibits, festive food and drink with premium wine, microbrews, margaritas, sangria and mimosas, a farmers' market with fresh seasonal produce, a classic car show, plus captivating kids' amusements in the Tons of Fun Zone. Admission is free. Presented by the Mountain View Central Business Association.
*Live Music ... ten big name bands play an eclectic mix of classic rock 'n roll, rhythm and blues, jazz, contemporary country, Latin rock, dance and party music on stage and street throughout downtown. The lineup includes sensational live music performed by Mariachi Trio Estrellas De Oro, The Garage Band, Zebop, The Retro Rockets, The Bell Brothers, The Road Dogs, Bob Culbertson, Oscar Reynolds, Ancient Winds, and Emerson & The Growiser Band.

*Contemporary Fine Art, Cool Crafts ... 200 professional artists and craftspeople show their latest handcrafted work in ceramics, fiber, glass, fine art, jewelry, leather, metal, paper, sculpture, and wood. Vases, clocks, dishes, wall and table decorations, stained glass, etchings, sculptures, photography, paintings, beadwork, jewelry, vests, handbags, hats, wallets, footwear, windchimes, and waterfalls will be among the fine wares available.

Official Website: http://www.miramarevents.com