The Abbot Kinney Festival in Venice, California, spans world-famous Abbot Kinney Boulevard, dubbed the coolest block in America by GQ Magazine. The mile-long street’s eclectic boutiques and artisan eateries infuse the festival with local Venice flavor. Occurring each year on the last Sunday in September, this highly anticipated summertime tradition is 35 years strong and features:

• free festival admission
• 300 quality vendors
• top food trucks and booths
• kids’ rides and games

• 4 music stages, including KidsQuad stage
• 3 beer gardens (wristband and ID required)

For more info: www.abbotkinney.org/