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7th Annual “LakeFest” Celebration at Lake Merritt (Oakland)

Saturday, June 27, 2026 - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm | Cost: $23.18*
*$23.18 General Admission (fees incl.)
Lake Merritt Boathouse | 1520 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA
East Bay

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Get ready for the Bay Area’s ultimate summer destination! The 7th Annual LakeFest Oakland is back at Lake Merritt! Join 20,000+ neighbors for a massive celebration of music, art and the vibrant spirit of The Town.

LakeFest
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 11a-6p
Sail Boat House, Lake Merritt, 568 Bellevue Ave, Oakland
Get Tickets: $23.18 General Admission (fees incl.)

What’s waiting for you: 3 Stages of Live Music (Main, Culture and Gospel)

Genius City: A high-tech pavilion by The Hidden Genius Project

  • Family and Kid’s Zone
  • Health and Wellness Zone
  • Incredible Local Food and Vendors

Main Stage – Featuring Eric Bellinger, VEDO, Paris Nights, Mistah Fab, Mani Draper, Tyler Reese, J Walt, Nef the Pharoah and many more.

The Gospel Circle – Hosted by J-Red and Nova Ghost, with artists Agerman, Adrienne Kelly, Hood Priest, Tawana, Jerry Law and also featuring a live gospel competition.

More artist will be announced soon!

Lineup

  • Headliner – Eric Bellinger – Grammy award winning R&B artist.
  • Headliner – Vedo – R&B singer-songwriter.
  • Paris Nights
  • Mistah FAB
  • Mani Draper
  • Jwalt
  • Nef The Pharaoh
  • Istevie
  • Tyler Reese
  • Artbyblack

Bring the whole family and experience the beauty and diversity of Oakland!

This is Oakland! See you at the Lake!

#LakeFestOakland #OaklandLove #TheTown #LakeMerritt #TechInTheTown #BayAreaEvents

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Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $23.18*
*$23.18 General Admission (fees incl.)
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Sponsored
Address: 1520 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA

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