7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, July 11-13

From a new Stephen King-inspired series to fun fairs and a new Superman there is a lot of fun and deliciousness to be had in the Bay Area this weekend So let s get to it shall we Related Articles Bay Area arts great shows and concerts to catch this weekend Outside Lands Night Shows lineup features a large number of talented artists Bay Area events calendar for July weekly editions This Bay Area band may qualify as the original yacht rock act Here s where to see them in concert terrific Bay Area things to do over July weekend As dependably be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in strength guidelines or other details Meanwhile if you d like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free just sign up at www mercurynews com newsletters or www eastbaytimes com newsletters WATCH The horror meister is back The Institute is the latest series to spring from a Stephen King novel and it pretty much nails it It tops our roundup of what to watch this weekend along with a new comedy by Lena Dunham Girls and Luis Felber The California State Fair in Sacramento with its fun rides exhibits and tasty food opens this weekend Cal Expo Media Center PLAY EAT Head to a fair Northern California is chock full of fairs that offer lots of fun and tasty treats Various of them kick off this weekend Here s a rundown SEE HEAR Great shows are all over From an iconic SNL comedian to the Overture and free tunes in Point Richmond there is a lot to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend DINE Catch these deals in cities Through July San Jose s Dine Downtown series is offering specific awesome deals for diners and snackers here s what you should know And it s Restaurant Week in San Leandro July - and they have particular sweet and savory deals too