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California's Great America

A 100-acre amusement park in Santa Clara, offering thrilling rides, live entertainment, and seasonal events like Halloween Haunt.

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California Great America Red, White, & Brews 2021: Dates TBD Where: California Great Adventure Park, Santa Clara, CA Guests can sample a delicious slice of Americana at the California Great America Red, White, & Brews festival each Summer. The park’s Hometown Square section is transformed into a street fair filled with barbecue, beer, and family-friendly entertainment. Aside from the traditional brisket and cornbread, the mouth-watering menu includes such dishes as Asian shredded chicken on crispy wontons and a savory pulled pork funnel cake. Northern California breweries and wineries are well represented, and with the purchase of a beer and wine tasting card, guests 21 and older can take a pedal-powered tour of the park while they drink.

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