"And what could be more fun than the best outdoor party of the year? That's the Solano Stroll this Sunday, which runs the whole length of Solano Avenue, from Berkeley on the avenue's east side to Albany on its west, and has taken place on September's second Sunday every year since 1974 (except during the 2020 and 2021 COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns)."
"How could you not, with singers, dancers, musicians who include the Berkeley High and Albany High jazz bands, magicians, stilt-walkers, clowns, professional wrestlers (no kidding) and the Big Bubble People (who make wait for it big bubbles)? Of course, the biggest attraction is the festival-goers themselves. If you like people-watching, this is the place for you."
"The whole idea is to walk at your own pace, stuffing yourself as you go along with hot dogs, Korean corn dogs, kettle corn, shaved ice, barbecued chicken on a skewer and much, much more. If all of that's too tempting, don't fret: The booth at the corner of Solano Avenue and Pierce Street will be staffed by folks from Overeaters Anonymous. Many of the restaurants on Solano also will be open."
The Solano Stroll takes place along the full length of Solano Avenue from Berkeley to Albany on September's second Sunday, a tradition since 1974 except for pandemic cancellations. The event features singers, dancers, school jazz bands, magicians, stilt-walkers, clowns, professional wrestlers and the Big Bubble People. Festival-goers are encouraged to stroll at their own pace and sample a wide variety of street foods and open restaurants. Community booths include Overeaters Anonymous, police and fire departments offering safety advice, the Berkeley Humane Society with adoptable animals (pick-up by appointment), and the Alameda County Beekeepers Association.
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