CALENDAR
Calendar: Events for October through December 2008
October 2008 festivals & events in the West & beyond
2008 California food festivals
JOSHUA TREE
Joshua Tree Roots Music FestivalWhen, where: Oct. 18 and 19, Joshua Tree Lake Campground.
Highlights: This annual event, which organizers call "a rootsicana newgrassy folkadelic experience," will showcase musicians Peter Case, the South Austin Jug Band and others.
Cost: $70 for a two-day pass; $45 for a Saturday pass; $30 for a Sunday pass.
Info: (877) 327-6265, www.joshuatreemusicfestival.com
SAN FRANCISCO
International Vintage Poster FairWhen, where: Oct. 24 to 26, Ft. Mason.
Highlights: More than 6,000 pieces will be on display and for sale at the world's oldest and largest show that focuses on original vintage posters.
Cost: $15.
Info: (800) 856-8069, www.posterfair.com.
CLAREMONT
Village Venture Arts & Crafts FaireWhen, where: Oct. 25, Claremont Village and Shelton Park.
Highlights: This annual event draws more than 450 vendors selling arts, crafts and global foods. Games for kids, a Halloween parade and a pumpkin contest.
Cost: Free.
Info: (909) 624-1681, www.claremontchamber.org.
PHOENIX
Arizona Exposition & State FairWhen, where: Now through Nov. 2, Arizona State Fairgrounds.
Highlights: Animals, carnival rides, science exhibits, cooking contests, a craft show and a stellar music lineup that includes Weezer, Sheryl Crow, the Goo Goo Dolls and Mary J. Blige.
Cost: $12; $6 for ages 5 to 13 and 55 and older; free for children 4 and younger.
Info: (602) 252-6771, www.azstatefair.com.
LAS VEGAS
Las Vegas Marathon
When, where: Dec. 7, starting at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino.
Highlights: Fireworks, running Elvi and a course that traverses through a wedding chapel as 20,000 runners take on the Strip.
Cost: $105 for marathon, $95 for half-marathon.
Info: (702) 731-1052, www.lvmarathon.com.
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