Established in 1986, the Mendocino Music Festival includes evening orchestra concerts, big band, chamber music ensembles, dance, blues, jazz, world, folk, bluegrass, and popular contemporary music. Daytime concerts include lecture/recitals at the Piano Series, a performance by participants in the Emerging Artists Program, and small concerts in intimate venues throughout the historic town of Mendocino. An eclectic lineup of more than 25 concerts presents many opportunities to support the arts while enjoying culinary delights, as well. Friday, July 12–Friday, July 26. For locations and tickets, visit mendocinomusic.org.