The County Fair's Back in Town

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Redwood City Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

1. FREE CONFIDENTIAL DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION EVENT

Where/When: Redwood City Public Works Parking Lot, 1400 Broadway; Saturday 8 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Why Go: You can safely and securely destroy your confidential documents for FREE! No need to worry about paper clips or staples.

Pricing: free

2. SAN MATEO COUNTY FAIR

Where/When: San Mateo County Fairgrounds, 1346 Saratoga Avenue; Check website for times

Why Go: Summer’s right around the corner! The San Mateo County Fair kicks off this Saturday. Enjoy rain forest exhibits, arts and crafts, pig races and all the delicious carnival food that your sweet tooth has been craving.

Pricing: $5-$30

3. DISASTER PREPAREDNESS EVENT

Where/When: San Mateo County Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Why Go: We live in California, and it’s always better to be safe than sorry. You also get into the San Mateo County Fair for free!

Pricing: free

4. "THE CELTIC TIGER: THE IRISH ECONOMIC MIRACLE" EXHIBIT

Where/When: San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway; Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Why Go: The exhibit explores how the Bay Area has participated in Ireland's current economic boom.

Pricing: $3-$5; free children ages 5 and under

5. 2nd SATURDAY ART WALK

Where/When: Downtown Redwood City; Saturday, 6-9 p.m.

Why Go: The Second Saturday Art Walk is a multicultural, socially responsible, and eco-friendly event that brings a fabulous array of art to the community.

Pricing: Free

6. MUSIC ON THE SQUARE

Where/When: Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway; Friday 6-8 p.m.

Why Go: Boys of Summer is putting on an Eagles Tribute and they hope to recreate the experience that is the music of Don Henley.

Pricing: Free