Pirates and mermaids gather in Vallejo

Keep yer eyes open for pirates, swords and swashbuckling at the Vallejo Waterfront Park for the 10th annual Northern California Pirate Festival. Treasure hunts, zip-lining and mermaids are all part of the fun. Brush up on your pirate lingo before heading out. In the evening, adults can enjoy a burlesque show as well as live music.

The festival begins Saturday, June 18, and ends Sunday, June 19. Ticket prices vary from $10 to $25 per day, and the event is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 289 Mare Island Way.

For details, visit norcalpiratefestival.com.

Lavender fields forever

What: Soak up the sun and calming scent of lavender at the 12th Annual Lavender Festival. Explore the 20 acres of lavender fields or take in the health and wellness seminars. Enjoy lavender cheesecake, tea, beer and more.

When: Sunday, June 12, through June 19

Where: Highland Springs Ranch & Inn, 10600 Highland Springs Ave.

Cost: General admission $6 to $8 per person.

Information: hsresort.com/thelavenderfestival/

Classic cars

What: The Classic at Pismo Beach offers classic car views, charity auctions and swag for your wheels.

When: 10 a.m. to sunset, Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 19

Where: 150 Pomeroy Ave.

Cost: Free

Information: theclassicatpismobeach.com/

Triathlon

What: Catch the swimming, biking and running near the Monterey Peninsula at Lover’s Point Park for the annual Pacific Grove triathlon.

When: Opening ceremonies start at 7:15 a.m. Sunday, June 12

Where: Ocean View Boulevard and 17th Street

Cost: Free for spectators. Registration for events varies between $46 to $210

Information: pacificgrove.tricalifornia.com/

Pony Express

What: The Pony Express re-ride from California to Missouri is a 10-day (June 15-25), nonstop relay event that includes more than 600 riders and horses. The re-ride starts in Sacramento and the rider is scheduled to be at the Mormon Station State Park on Thursday, June 16, for a hand-off of the commemorative letters.

When: 9 a.m. Thursday, June 16

Where: Mormon Station State Park, Nevada

Cost: Free

Information: xphomestation.com/2016%20Re-Ride.html

Kayak tours

What: Paddle the San Joaquin River on a downstream trip through beautiful scenery. Enjoy watching local wildlife on a half-day kayak tour.

When: 8:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, June 18

Where: Fort Washington Beach, 10705 Lanes Road

Cost: $30 members, $35 nonmembers

Information: riverparkway.org/

This story was originally published June 11, 2016 at 2:00 PM with the headline "Pirates and mermaids gather in Vallejo."