Mark your calendars and join us for a spectacular celebration of French culture at the Saratoga French Market and Carnival!
This enchanting event is brought to you by the Saratoga French Cultural Preschool and Kindergarten, in collaboration with the Alliance Francaise Silicon Valley.
Step into a world of whimsy and delight as we transform Saratoga into a bustling French marketplace! Entry is FREE for all, so gather your friends and family for a weekend filled with fun and festivities.
Indulge in delectable treats from authentic French vendors, browse through charming stalls offering artisanal goods while listening to love music by Laurent Fourgo and Violetta.
Get ready for adrenaline-pumping adventures with bouncy castles and petting zoo! And for our littlest guests, there will be special activities and games to spark joy and creativity.
Don't miss out on the magic of the Saratoga French Market and Carnival – a celebration where memories are made and cherished for a lifetime.
Spread the word, and we'll see you there!
When
Friday May 2nd (4 pm to 9 pm)
Saturday May 3rd (10 am to 5 pm)
Where
12850 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga 95070
(Park at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church or across the street at the old Roku office)
Friday Activities
4 pm to 9 pm
A relaxing evening in a "Guinguette" ambiance with nice food, lights, live music as well as dancing if you feel like it.
- Vendors - 4 to 9pm
- Food court - 4 to 9pm
- Wine & beer booth - 4:30 to 9pm
- Live Music - 5 to 8pm
- Labyrinth Walk - 8 to 8:45pm
Kid's Activities
- Face painting - 4 to 6pm
- Drawing & coloring - 4 to 7pm
- Bounce castles - 4 to 7pm
- Cookie decoration - 4 to 7pm
Saturday Activities
10 am to 5 pm
- Vendors - 10am to 5pm
- Food court - 10am to 5pm
- Wine & beer booth - 11am to 5pm
- Live music by Laurent Fourgo - 11am to 2:30pm
- Live music by Violetta - 3:30 to 5pm
Kids Activities
- Bounce castles - 10am to 5pm
- Darts - 10am to 5pm
- Cookie decoration - 10am to 5pm
- Drawing & coloring - 10am to 5pm
- Kiddie Striker - 10am to 5pm
- Face painting - 10am to 12pm / 2 to 4pm
- Story time - 10:30 to 11am / 3:30 to 4pm
- Music class by "Golden Acorn Music School" - 1:30 to 2pm
- Foam party - 2:30 to 3:30pm
Vendors
- 1, 2, 3 Chocolat
- Alliance Française
- Amy's Bouquets
- Anamour
- Aurelio Mucci
- Bay Area Foam Party
- Blue Bear
- Fleur de Cocoa
- Frenchery Fabrique Délices
- French Talent
- Galaxys Desserts Brioches Pasquier
- Goudy
- Knit d'Amour
- Kromatine
- Leaflines
- Le temps des saveurs
- Los Altos Hills Lavender
- Mums Wild
- My Craft and Nature
- Myriam Mardinian
- Polar Seltzer
- Pressed Flowers
- Roxanne Biscotti
- Seve Flowers
- Slanging Dough Pizza
- The Soap Nymph
- The Waffle Rooster (Food truck)
- Tote Your Stuff
- V.V. Delicious Crêpes
- Vector
- Yoyo Jump
Live Music
Laurent Fourgo
Singer Laurent Fourgo revives vintage vices with crooner charm.
BORN IN PARIS, FRANCE, Laurent Fourgo grew up in the southwest suburb of Paris and began studying the saxophone when he was eight years old. By the time he was 12, he switched to oboe and played in the local classical orchestra. At 16, he had decided that singing would be his main instrument. America would be his destination. “Since age 10, I knew I wanted to live in the US: the desire possibly inspired by movies and music I was exposed to during my childhood”. Laurent landed in San Francisco, put his band together and began performing at various clubs and private parties.
Violetta Vieux
Fall in love with the timeless sounds of 70s and 80s French music! 🎶
With heartfelt passion and an authentic voice, Violetta VIEUX brings these iconic melodies to life, captivating audiences at French cultural events throughout the Bay Area.
Sponsors
THANK YOU for making this event happen!
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Saratoga French Cultural Preschool
Saratoga French Cultural Preschool
The Saratoga French Cultural Preschool Center was opened in January of 2015. Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, we are specifically located in the city of Saratoga, CA. Our primary goal as educators is to offer quality child care services starting from 2 through the first grade.
We recognize each child is unique and value the differences that each child brings to our program. Our program allows for flexibility to meet the individual needs of each child. Our daily schedule allows each child to develop their physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and artistic abilities through child-initiated play and teacher-directed learning.
Our California preschool’s primary mode of communication is through French, which we emphasize to promote French language acquisition for non-native speakers and an enhanced communication set for French speakers. We believe our role as educators is to help each child to develop autonomy, self-esteem, and problem-solving skills in an equally charming and social classroom setting.
At Saratoga French Cultural Preschool and kindergarten, we want your child to feel at home while developing new skills at their own pace in our child-focused learning environment. These skills will be learned through healthy interactions with other children and our valued staff members.
Lycée Français de San Francisco
Will be present Saturday only
Discover Le Lycée Français de San Francisco (LFSF) – a beacon of international education in the Bay Area 🌟 With 55+ years of excellence, our language-focused programs shape global thinkers from preschool to grade 12. No prior French language required to apply to our brand-new, IB powered, International Track. Dual diplomas, top college admissions, and a vibrant, diverse community await. Join us in cultivating curiosity, critical thinking, and empathy for a brighter tomorrow!
KAS Optometry
If you’re seeking exceptional eye care for both adults and children in the Bay Area, Kas Eye Center in San Jose stands out as a top choice. With a reputation for personalized service and comprehensive care, this family-friendly practice has become a trusted name in vision health.
Their commitment to using the latest technology ensures accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
Golden Acorn Music
In late 2015, founder Matt Fernald had to choose between a steady full-time job and pursuing his passion. He chose great music-making, learning, joy; and Golden Acorn Music was born.
Golden Acorn teachers bring music to where it counts most: early childhood. We partner directly with preschools to create music classes that are engaging, early, and regular. Not only do we support each child's early development, our work brings the joy of music to teachers, families, and (of course) children.
Our mission is to enrich schools and families with music in distinctive, lasting, and substantial ways, and to build a thriving organization that attracts, develops, excites, and retains exceptional educators.
Yoyo Bouncy Houses
Bouncing Houses are BACK with Yoyo Jump — and this time, we’ve got something just for toddlers too! Let's the kids jump, laugh, and burn off some energy in a fun environment! Toddler-friendly bounce house available Fun for all ages
Contact Yoyo Jump at 408-471-9696
Sommcloud
Before Sommcloud, we worked as sommeliers at top restaurants like Noma, Momofuku, Flour + Water, and Frasca Food & Wine. While we loved sharing incredible wines with guests, 50-60% of our time was spent on non-wine tasks. We wondered, what if we created a company focused solely on wine? The result: a lot of value. While your managers handle the floor or schedules, we’re negotiating with vendors to lower costs. While you discuss your POS system, we’re scouting the next great Sancerre producer. And while you’re closed, we’re securing top wines for you. Sommcloud offers a level of focus and bandwidth on your wine program that on-site staff simply can't match.
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Created with images by Fabio Principe - "Boy using smart phone. Smartphone in hands. Community, social media, communication concept." • bellakadife - "music notes, shallow dof, color effect added"