The archetype of the righteous outlaw has a universal appeal. Nowhere probably identifies better with this idea than the proudly individualistic Bay Area, and no character represents it better than the legendary Zorro.

On Dec. 2, Peralta Hacienda will be transformed into the California of Zorro's day, celebrating Friends of Peralta Hacienda Historical Park’s 25^th anniversary.

Come watch your favorite Zorro movies and enjoy lively Spanish guitar music. Savor delicacies from Guadalajara Restaurant, Tamales Mi Lupita and Hodo Soy Beanery, and enjoy wine by Wente Vineyards and Murrieta's Well and beer courtesy of Lagunitas.

University of California, Berkeley’s, Alex Saragoza will spin the story of the legendary figure of early California and emcee the evening.

Zorro’s spirit of justice and equity is alive at Peralta Hacienda: Your donations will rescue critical services that reach thousands of community members, cut by 90 percent this year. Services affected include afterschool, community gardening and nutrition programs; school programs; and cultural and historic preservation.

Give generously and immerse yourself in the fantasy of Zorro by buying a ticket today. The first five guests to purchase tickets at the Swashbuckler level ($500 and above) will receive five tickets and the gift of a bottle of wine valued at $100 from a artisan Napa vineyard.

If you go

What: Zorro By Night
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2

Where: Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, 2488 Coolidge Ave., Oakland 94601

Details: (510)532-9142 or email Madeline@peraltahacienda.org.