Get Out: Summer Festivals, Walks to Stay Fit, Charitable Events

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit this weekend.

• Where/When: NewPark Mall, Newark; Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Why Go: The third annual outdoor festival features live music, microbreweries, a car show, arts and craft vendors, food and commercial vendors and a kids' zone.
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: 48481 Fremont Blvd., Fremont; Saturday at 9 a.m.
• Why Go: Take part in this self-paced walk and meet people while getting your morning exercise. Don’t forget your hat, water and sunscreen.
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church, 32975 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City; Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Why Go: Watch taiko performances and martial arts demonstrations and eat Japanese food. Games for children, too. 
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: Newark Junior High School, 6201 Lafayette Ave., Newark; from 10 a.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday
• Why Go: Learn about how you can make a difference in the fight against cancer while cheering on those who are fundraising and running relays for a cure.
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: St. Anne Catholic Parish, 32223 Cabello St., Union City; 7 p.m. on Saturday
• Why Go: Watch performances by the youth and young adults of the St. Anne parish. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Proceeds go to the church.
• Pricing: $10 for pre-sale, $12 at the door. Children under the age of 2 are free.