13th Annual Park Street Spring Festival -- A Mother's Day Tradition in the Bay Area

ALAMEDA, Calif. - May 6, 2013 - PRLog -- The annual Park Street Spring Festival has become a Mother’s Day weekend tradition in Alameda and the San Francisco Bay Area. Located on Alameda’s historic Park Street, weekend activities include art and craft vendors, live music, food vendors, beer and wine sales, and a special kids’ area. This year’s event will be held on May 11 and May 12; hours run from 10:00am to 6:00pm both days.

The Park Street Spring Festival is fun for the whole family! With over 150 vendors, this is also a perfect place to find a gift for Mom. Or maybe you would like to treat Mom to a mimosa and lunch at one of the district’s food establishments.

Arts & Crafts... Stroll among 150 arts and craft booths with items ranging from ceramics and metal art to paintings, photography, wood crafts, toys, handbags, clothing, jewelry, and more.

Live Entertainment… Each day offers continuous live entertainment on two stages. Bay Area favorites will perform a wide range of music such as classic rock, bluegrass, funk, and soul. This year’s line-up features regional favorites such as Savannah Blue, Zebop! Tribute to Santana, and Aja Vu and local bands Bumpy Road Band and Ben Luis Group.

Kids’ Area… A special area for kids and their families on Alameda Avenue features bounce houses, slot cars, face painting, and a petting zoo. New this year… Water Ball! Kids can experience the thrill of walking on water!

Festival Food & Drink… Satisfy your taste buds with a great selection of festival favorites such as Lockeford Sausage, corndogs, gyros, roasted corn, fried calamari, teriyaki chicken, tamales, beef skewers, funnel cakes, and more! Premium vinegars and gourmet fudge will also be available for purchase. Quench your thirst at one of the three booths serving beer, wine, and bubbly mimosas.

Ride Your Bike to the Festival… Free, secure bike parking will be available near Alameda Bicycle at the corner of Park Street and Webb Avenue. There couldn't be a better way to experience the festival than before or after a pleasant ride along the charming streets of Alameda.

Shop Park Street… Festival-goers are encouraged to “Shop Park Street.” The business district offers a variety of great restaurants and charming shops and many of the businesses will be offering weekend specials during the Spring Festival.

The Park Street Spring Festival is FREE to the public. People enjoy coming out for the music, food, kid’s area, beer and wine, and an excellent selection of gifts for Mom. For more information, visit the official event page: http://www.ShopParkStreet.com/springfestival.html

About the Park Street Business District

The Park Street Business District is the commercial, cultural, and civic center of Alameda, California and is centrally located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Over 400 businesses are located in the shopping district including a variety of restaurants, gift stores, clothing stores, re-use boutiques, professional and personal services, and the Historic Alameda Theatre & Cineplex. Parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Garage located near the corner of Central Ave and Oak Street, and on nearby streets.