June Photo Contest
This giant golden face is half submerged in water on Main Street in an East Bay city. Do you know where it is? Do you know where it is?
Enter your best guess for the chance to win dinner at an East Bay restaurant. ENTER >
May Photo Contest
This rotating sculpture is covered with fun facts and mathematical equations. Do you know where it is? This Contest is now closed. This rotating sculpture covered with fun facts and mathematical equations can be found on First Avenue in downtown Livermore.
April Photo Contest
This sculpture of a fisherman can be found near a body of water in the East Bay. Do you know where it is? This Contest is now closed. This Sculpture of a fisherman can be found at the Pittsburg Marina along the Delta, near downtown Pittsburg. Congratulations to our winner Leslie Finerty who received dinner at an East Bay restaurant.
March Photo Contest
This mural of African wildlife can be found on a building under construction. This Contest is now closed. The African mural can be found on the south side of a private museum and storage facility under construction at the Willow Pass exit off Highway 4. Congratulations to our winner Carla Otterson who received dinner at an East Bay restaurant.
February Photo Contest
A young climber scales the wall at a local gym. This contest is now closed. The climber is at Rockin' Jump trampoline park in Concord. Congratulations to our winner John Irvine who received dinner at an East Bay restaurant.
January Photo Contest
This mural of local wildlife decorates a popular public building. This contest is now closed. This mural is at the Orinda Library as part of a larger mural. Congratulations to our winner Susan Hurrell who received dinner at an East Bay restaurant.
December Photo Contest
This mural featuring locally raised astronaut Leroy Chiao encourages viewers to "Dream Big." This contest is now closed. This mural is in downtown Livermore as part of a larger mural featuring locally-raised astronauts and NASA scientists. Congratulations to Susan S. who received two tickets to The Peking Acrobats at the Lesher Center for the Arts.
November Photo Contest
This squirrel is settling in for the season atop a stack of soft fabric. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Tami G. who received a gift certificate to Massimo's Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This squirrel is located at Mount Diablo and Locust in Walnut Creek.
October Photo Contest
This monument to those who gave their lives in World War II and the Korean War was dedicated in1954. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Jeff L. who received a $50 gift card to Puesto in Concord. This monument is located in Pleasant Hill at Boyd Rd. and Contra Costa Blvd.
September Photo Contest
This climbing structure invites kids to ascend while parents eat and shop nearby. Do you know where it stands? This contest has now closed. This climbing structure stand at the Veranda in Concord. Congratulations to Maria R. who received a $50 gift card to Puesto.
August Photo Contest
Have you seen this doggie?
This contest has now closed. The doggie pictured here, a vintage Doggie Dinersign, is located in Port Costa.
July Photo Contest
This giant cup of java can be found outside a local cafe.
This contest has now closed. Congratulations to all four winners: Stella, Jennifer, Ella, and Beverly! This cup of java is located at Bondadoso Coffee and Tea Collective in Walnut Creek.
Summer Getaways Giveaway
Let the summer fun begin!
This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Nancy, who won a two-night stay for two at the Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel.
June Photo Contest
This mural of a beaver eating ice cream decorates the side of a building in the East Bay. Have you seen it? One entrant with the correct answer will be selected at random to receive a local restaurant gift certificate. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Matty H. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is decorates a wall in Martinez.
May Photo Contest
This vintage tractor decorates a cornfield somewhere in Contra Costa County. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Norma F. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This tractor decorates a cornfield in Pleasant Hill.
April Photo Contest
This enormous art piece decorates one of the East Bay's more architecturally inventive buildings. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Cassandra L. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This art piece hangs at City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon.
March Photo Contest
This curious statue stands in the center of one of the suburban East Bay's busiest traffic turnarounds. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Diparshi M. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This statue stands at Pleasant Hill Road and Olympic Blvd.
Vote: Best of the East Bay 2022
Tell us what your favorite local businesses are! Voting for the 2022 Best of the East Bay has now concluded. Look for the winners in the July issue of Diablo and online at diablomag.com. Congratulations to Nikki B. who won a one night stay in a Cottage Junior Suite at The Lodge at Sonoma.
February Photo Contest
Have you seen this sculpture, made of bricks and coated in moss, showing a woman singing while playing an accordion? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Tom S. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is located on Mount Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette.
January Photo Contest
Environmentalist John Muir keeps an eye on traffic 24/7 at this roadside mural, somewhere in Contra Costa County. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Zach E. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is located at Alhambra Avenue in Martinez.
December Photo Contest
This public art hangs in the hallway of a popular East Bay building. Do you know where it is? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Patricia W. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This public art hangs in the Lafayette Library and Learning Center.
November Photo Contest
East Bay pups love a coastal walk at this local park, which offers Bay breezes and a brilliant view of San Francisco. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Deanne P.who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. Point Isabel dog park is located in Richmond.
October Photo Contest
As we celebrate a certain East Bay city this month, it seems appropriate to highlight one of its longest-standing public works. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Connie J. who won a $50 gift certificate to Koi Palace in Dublin. This tribute is located in Pleasant Hill at Boyd Rd. and Contra Costa Blvd.
Super Teacher Contest
Celebrate an outstanding, super hero teacher. Contest sponsored by GKV Capital Management. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Meredith Aki, Kindergarten teacher at Cragmont Elementary School who was voted the Super Teacher!
September Photo Contest
This statue of a European general stands in the middle of an East Bay town named for this famous fella. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Joe B. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Restaurant in Walnut Creek. This statue of General Lafayette stands in the city of Lafayette.
August Photo Contest
This colorful piano, decorated with harp-playing flying pigs, sits on a corner in an East Bay city's downtown area. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Judi P. who won a $50 gift certificate to Puesto in Concord. This piano sits in downtown Walnut Creek.
Pleasanton Harvest Festival Giveaway
Enter to win a Pleasanton Harvest Festival prize pack, which includes 4 tickets to the Festival and $50 in "Harvest Bucks." This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Diane C. and Jeff L.
July Photo Contest
This spidery sculpture stands with a variety of public art in an East Bay city. Do you know where it is? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Cathy R. who won a $50 gift certificate to Montecatini Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is located at the Orinda Library.
June Photo Contest
This mural recalls Walnut Creek's history as the Saturday night cruising capital of the East Bay, just one of several connections to American Graffiti this location has. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Toni K. who won a $50 gift certificate to Koi Palace in Dublin. This mural is located at Mel's Diner in Walnut Creek.
May Photo Contest
This towering statue of a woman measures 55 feet tall. At its base, its creator asks what the world would be like if women were safe. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Dean Y. who won a $50 gift certificate to Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek. This mural is located at the San Leandro Tech Campus.
April Photo Contest
Have you seen this mural of an East Bay literary legend sitting in a tree and reading in a snowy setting? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Susan L. who won a $50 gift certificate to Puesto. This mural is located at Heinold's: First and Last Chance Saloon at Jack London Square in Oakland.
College Hoops 3-in-1 Challenge
Make your winning team selections for each game before the tournament starts for a chance to win $1,000,000. This contest has now closed.
Birthday Club & $5,000 Sweepstakes
Join Diablo magazine's Birthday Club and enter to win $5,000. This contest has now closed.
March Photo Contest
This sculpture of a painter sits in the East Bay, close to a performing arts center. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Jill M. who won a $50 gift certificate to Amakara in Dublin! This sculpture sits next to the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton.
Vote: Best of the East Bay 2021
Tell us what your local favorites are, what spits you've missed most, what you can’t live without, and where you’re excited to go again. Vote by March 31 and be entered to win. Best of the East Bay 2021 voting has concluded.
February Photo Contest
Have you seen this colorful valentine to East Bay wildlife in a downtown area? This contest has now closed. Watch here as Diablo's Senior Editor announces this month's winner, Anne-Marie V. of San Ramon. This photo of the art hear was taken in front of the Museum of San Ramon Valley in Danville.
Cutest Pet Contest
Mochi, an 8-year-old Pekingese rescue, is our winner with 102 votes! Proud owners, Vivian and Joe Lim, have won a luxurious two-night stay at the pet-friendly Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel. Sponsored by Ponderosa Homes. WINNER
January Photo Contest
This statue of the East Bay's most famous environmentalist isn't part of the National Historic Site that bears his name. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Barbara U. who won a $50 gift certificate to Koi Palace in Dublin! This statue is located at John Muir Memorial Park in Martinez.
How Do You Enjoy Your Fried Chicken?
Tell us everything you like most about fried chicken, a comfort food classic. POLL
December Photo Contest
Do you know where this picture was taken? This contest has now closed. Watch here as Diablo's Senior Editor announces this month's winner, Mike T. of Alamo. This photo of Rosie the Riveter was taken at the Richmond marina.
What's Your Favorite Sandwich?
Tell us what makes for the best sandwich ever. Describe your favorite breads, meats, cheeses, and toppings here. POLL
What's Your Favorite Soup?
As the weather cools down, our love for soup heats up. Tell us which ones are your favorite. POLL
What's Your Favorite Bread?
Because you can't live by bread alone....or, can you? Tell us what your favorite breads are. POLL
What's Your Favorite Pie?
Pie anyone? Tell us what your favorite pie flavor is and where you go to get your slice here in the East Bay. POLL
November Photo Contest
Do you know where this East Bay breakfast favorite is? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Christina C. who won a $50 gift certificate to Montecatini Ristorante! These signs can be found at Millie's Kitchen at 1018 Oak Hill Rd. in Lafayette.
October Photo Contest
Have you seen this handsome horse standing tall near I-680? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Kara M. who won a $50 gift certificate to Rooftop Restaurant and Bar! This horse is located at Alamo Hay & Grain Company at 3196 Danville Blvd. in Alamo.
Is It Possible To Slow The Aging Process?
Presented by Dr. Selma Rashid - What every woman should know about hormone replacement therapy. The first five lucky participants who answer correctly will each win a copy of Dr. Selma Rashid's book, Hormones Explained: Anti-aging Medicine, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, and the Controversies. QUIZ
September Photo Contest
This mural marks a longstanding business that offers tasty treats. Maybe you've seen it while driving through the Tri-Valley. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Debby O. who won a $50 gift certificate to Gay Nineties Pizza Company! This mural is located at Meadowlark Dairy at 57 W. Neal St. in Pleasanton.
August Photo Contest
This sign marks a business that has been serving similar products for more than a century. This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Jeannie C. who won a $50 gift certificate to Walnut Creek Yacht Club! This sign is located at Elliott's Bar at 369 Hartz Ave. in Danville.
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July Photo Contest
Have you seen this bull walking down a main drag in an East Bay city? This contest has now closed. Congratulations to Aileen B. who won a $50 gift certificate to Havana! Bullman with Bulldog is located at 1301 N. Main Street in Walnut Creek.
