Get Out: Niles Parade, Fundraiser for Accident Victim, Holiday Boutique

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

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 this weekend.

FOOD TRUCKS AT NEWPARK MALL

• Where/When: , Newark; Friday from midnight to 2 a.m.
• Why Go: While you shop for bargain deals on Black Friday, the Food Truck Mafia will be there to fill your emptying stomach. Save your appetite for Grill Stars, That's Sweet! Dessert Truck, Rice Rockit and Tacos de Los Altos.
• Pricing: Prices vary

• Where/When: 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont, CA; Friday at 6:30 p.m.
• Why Go: Kick off the Christmas season with a festival that features a tree lighting and parade. featured more than 60 participants, from giant floats to drill and dance teams. To participate, or for more information, call 510-792-8023.
• Pricing: Free

• Where/When: , 1800 H St., Union City; Friday at 7 p.m.
• Why Go: You get to support and see the award-winning and nationally acclaimed forensics team in action. Instructor Tommie Lindsey's work has been so inspiring that PBS made a film about the Logan forensics team in 2002, titled "Accidental Hero: Room 408."
• Pricing: $8

• Where/When: , 35660 Cedar Blvd., Newark; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Why Go: Get a jump start on your Christmas shopping with a wide variety of homemade craft and bakery items at affordable prices. The event will also feature door prizes and refreshments.
• Pricing: Free to attend

• Where/When: , 32115 Union Landing, Union City; Saturday at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Why Go: Help raise money for the family of Enrique Cisneros, a 20-year-old Union City resident who was tragically killed in a train accident. Friends and family are asking for support to help pay for the funeral arrangements.
• Pricing: Donations of any amount