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Memorial Day weekend starts early around Lamorinda, with food trucks back in Orinda, a free Raiders of the Lost Ark screening at the Orinda Theatre, and Headlands celebrating five years at its Lafayette beer garden. There’s also a steady run of live music, farmers markets, and casual community events filling up the calendar through the weekend. Feels like everyone suddenly remembered how good late May is around here.
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📰 DIGEST
The May issue of Lamorinda Weekly is now online – Highlights include Lafayette securing $3.7M in state funding for the Aqueduct Pathway, a new downtown parking management study presented to the City Council, and other local updates from around Lamorinda.
Orinda adjusts Moraga Way signals to reduce cut-through traffic — Morning timing changes from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. will prioritize traffic on Moraga Way and limit access from Ivy and Coral Drives through the end of the school year.
May 26 is the deadline to request a vote-by-mail ballot – Voters across Lamorinda will weigh in on Lafayette School District Measure H, Moraga School District Measure I, and the proposed Contra Costa County sales tax measure ahead of the June election.
👥 LOCAL COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
I wanted to highlight a local project I’ve been involved with because it closely aligns with Lamorinda Life’s focus on community, local business, and thoughtful growth in Lafayette.
Vibrant Lafayette is a grassroots group focused on helping downtown Lafayette become more connected, vibrant, walkable, and economically strong while preserving the character people love. They’re currently looking for volunteers across areas including events, marketing, fundraising, administration, legal, and more.
🍷 FEATURED EVENT: LAMORINDA AVA CELEBRATION
Raise a glass to 10 years of the Lamorinda Appellation at the Lamorinda AVA Celebration on Sunday, May 31 from noon–6pm. Meet the local winemakers behind some of the area’s most unique wines, taste wine grown right here in the Lamorinda hills, and celebrate a decade of community and craftsmanship. Food from Cousins Maine Lobster will be available for purchase.
Local Vines • 3393 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette
📅 WHAT’S HAPPENING
Thursday, May 21
4:30 PM | Thirsty Thursday (Wine Thieves) — Live music, food, and beer and wine by the glass anchor this weekly hangout.
5 PM | Taste of the World Food Trucks (Orinda Community Center) — A rotating lineup of food trucks and pop-ups serves global flavors, drinks, and sweet treats in a casual outdoor market.
6:30 PM | Free Movie Night - Raiders of the Lost Ark (Orinda Theatre) — Catch the adventure classic on the big screen for free.
Friday, May 22
6:30 PM | Wayhighs (The Fourth Bore Taproom & Grill) — Live music from Wayhighs fills the taproom with an easygoing night out.
7:30 PM | DSB (Don't Stop Believing) (Orinda Theatre) — This Journey tribute band brings the big, polished sound of the original era.
Saturday, May 23
9 AM | Orinda Farmers' Market (Orinda Community Center) — Seasonal produce, fresh foods, and local goods make this a relaxed small-town market stop.
12 PM | Headlands' Lafayette Beer Garden Turns 5 (Headlands Brewing) — Celebrate five years in Lafayette with a special beer, surprises, and a full-day hangout.
6:30 PM | Bruce Brophy (The Fourth Bore Taproom & Grill) — Bruce Brophy brings live music to an easygoing evening set.
Sunday, May 24
8 AM | Le Pit Club - Lafayette Pit Stop — A casual Cars & Coffee meetup for browsing interesting vehicles and talking shop over coffee and pastries.
9 AM | Moraga Farmers’ Market — Shop seasonal produce, farm-fresh staples, and local specialty foods in a relaxed neighborhood market.
10 AM | Le Pit Club - Moraga Pit Stop — A laid-back morning meet-up with classics, performance builds, and plenty of car talk.
1 PM | Live Music Sundays (Headlands Brewing) — Local musicians set the tone for an easygoing afternoon of beer and community.
Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day)
11 AM | Memorial Day Opening (Canyon Club Brewery) — Los Rockeros serves lunch starting at 11 AM before Cousins Maine Lobster rolls in later for an all-day Memorial Day food truck lineup.
Tuesday, May 26
1 PM | Classic Movie Matinee - Key Largo (Orinda Theatre) — Film critic Matias Bombal hosts this classic matinee screening.
Wednesday, May 27
4:30 PM | Second Line Pleasure Club Presents: The Boil (Canyon Club Brewery) — A crawfish boil and music celebration brings New Orleans flavor and communal energy to Moraga.
🏘️ FEATURED PARTNER: BRIAN ROCHFORD | ROCHFORD REAL ESTATE
With more than 20 years of experience and ranking among the top 1.5% of agents nationwide, Brian Rochford is a trusted name in Lamorinda real estate. A Lafayette native and second-generation realtor, Brian brings deep local knowledge, strong relationships, and a personalized approach to every client. Known for his integrity, responsiveness, and strategic guidance, he helps buyers and sellers navigate every stage of the process with confidence.
🏡 HOUSE OF THE WEEK BROUGHT TO YOU BY BRIAN ROCHFORD | ROCHFORD REAL ESTATE
Tucked into Reliez Valley on a rare .70-acre lot, this newer-built modern home pairs Mt. Diablo views with privacy and plenty of future potential. The approx. 3,300-square-foot layout features vaulted ceilings, a chef’s kitchen with dual islands, seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces, and a spacious primary suite. Outside, there’s room for an ADU, pool, sport court, or gardens, all just minutes from downtown Lafayette, top-rated schools, BART, and the trails of Briones Regional Park.
🌤️ WEATHER
Warm weather sticks around for the next couple days before a cooler Memorial Day weekend settles back in across Lamorinda.
Thu: Partly sunny. High near 84° / Low near 53°. Great night for dinner outside.
Fri: Sunny and warm. High near 82° / Low near 52°. Ideal weather for live music and patios.
Sat: Mostly sunny. High near 76° / Low near 51°. Cooler air starts moving in by the afternoon.
Sun: Sunny. High near 72° / Low near 50°. A comfortable day for markets, walks, and being outside.
Mon: Mild and partly sunny. High near 71° / Low near 50°. Memorial Day plans should get an easy forecast.
Tue: Partly sunny. High near 72° / Low near 50°. A cooler, classic late-May setup around town.
Wed: Sunny. High near 75° / Low near 51°. Temperatures begin warming back up slightly.
Between the beer garden anniversary, outdoor food truck nights, and packed community calendars, Lamorinda is starting to feel like summer again.
What’s one local event you’re looking forward to this summer?
— Rajiv