Travel calendar for October and November

When, where: Oct. 16 and 17, Treasure Island

Highlights: Two stages will feature live electronic and indie-rock musical acts. Also: a Ferris wheel, art exhibits, retailers and food vendors.

Cost: $67.50 for a single-day ticket; $119.50 for a two-day ticket; add $1 to $2 to offset carbon emissions

Info: https://www.treasureislandfestival.com

When, where: Oct. 22-24, Fresno Chaffee Zoo

Highlights: Three nights of trick-or-treating fun, plus performances, costumed characters, carnival games and a parade.

Cost: $12; $10 for children ages 2 to 11; free for infants

Info: (559) 498-5910, https://www.fresnochaffeezoo.com

When, where: Oct. 29-31, various locations

Highlights: This 45th annual desert celebration features live music, arts and crafts, a vintage car and motorcycle show, a pageant, a parade, exhibits, meals and open galleries.

Cost: Free

Info: (800) 559-5524, https://www.borregospringschamber.com

When, where: Through Oct. 31, various venues

Highlights: A full month with nearly 100 events celebrating local food and culture, including the California Lemon Festival (Oct. 16 and 17) and others dedicated to regional harvests. Many restaurants hold tastings and have special menus.

Cost: Varies by event; see website for details

Info: (805) 966-9222, https://www.santabarbaraca.com/epicuresb

SOCORRO, N.M.

Festival of the Cranes

When, where: Nov. 16-21, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge

Highlights: During this mass honoring of one of the world’s most majestic flying creatures, there will be tours, hikes and exhibits, plus plenty of experts to assist. Workshops and lectures will focus on bird identification, photography and art.

Cost: $5 a vehicle; some activities have registration fees; see website for details

Info: (575) 835-2077, https://www.friendsofthebosque.org/crane

--Avital Binshtock

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