Not everything fun has to take place in San Francisco! Here’s our picks for affordable fun events in Oakland, Berkeley and the rest of Alameda and Contra Costa counties
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Thursday, June 24, 2021 | ||
 Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 5:00 pm | “Brazilian Day by the Bay” Party (Richmond) | FREE |
| 9:00 pm | Watch the “Strawberry Supermoon” Illuminate the Night Sky | FREE |
Friday, June 25, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 2:00 pm | Tart Collections Outlet Sale for Women’s Clothing (Concord) | FREE*
*Free! No RSVP required. Bring a friend and grab some great outfits!
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| 5:00 pm | “Riptide Station” Live at Riggers Loft Wine Co. | $5 |
| 5:00 pm | Magickal Night Market Summer Solstice Celebration (Alameda) | FREE*
*FREE
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| 8:00 pm | Comedy Oakland Live | $25*
*General Admission: USD 20.00
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Saturday, June 26, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 7:30 pm | HellaSecret Comedy Pop-Up on Lake Merritt w/ 20-ft Screen: “Black Laughs Matter” | $10*
*Get $5 off Tickets - Early Bird tickets $10 adv w/ code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $15-20).
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| 11:00 am | Open Air Artisan Faire at Broadway Plaza (Walnut Creek) | FREE |
| 2:00 pm | Wild Child Live Rock/Soul Concert | FREE |
| 2:00 pm | Music in the Secret Garden (Berkeley) | $10*
*$10 adv, $15-20 donation at the door. Advance tickets are only $10. Get them by Friday at midnight!
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| 4:00 pm | Free “Queer Taiko” Show at Oakland Asian Cultural Center | FREE*
*Donations appreciated
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| 6:00 pm | “Community Rising” Oakland Virtual Mini Concert | FREE*
*Donations appreciated
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| 6:30 pm | Professional Ultimate Frisbee Game: Spiders vs. Austin (Oakland) | $12*
*Tickets purchased prior to the event are $12. $15 at the door. Children 12+Under get in free!
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| 8:00 pm | Comedy Oakland Live | $20*
*General Admission: USD 20.0
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Sunday, June 27, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 8:00 pm | Sun 8p Show – “HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland) | $15*
*Get $5 off Tickets - Early Bird tickets $15 adv w/ code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $20). General Admission tickets $20 adv with code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $25) - limited to 40 tickets due to maintain social-distance. There is a two drink minimum
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Monday, June 28, 2021 | ||
 If you’re looking to up your weekly lunch game and discover lots of new local restaurants (but not go broke), ClubFeast might be your favorite new subscription service of 2021. ClubFeast is more... | ||
Tuesday, June 29, 2021 | ||
 One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old fashioned drive-in move fun. West Wind Drive more... | ||
Thursday, July 1, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 8:00 pm | Craft Comedy Outdoors: “Best of the East Bay” (Oakland) | $30*
*Table for 4: USD 60.00, 2 Seats Together (Table NOT guaranteed): USD 30.00, Park Bench for 2: USD 30.00
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Friday, July 2, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
Saturday, July 3, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 7:30 pm | HellaSecret Comedy Pop-Up on Lake Merritt w/ 20-ft Screen: “Black Laughs Matter” | $10*
*Get $5 off Tickets - Early Bird tickets $10 adv w/ code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $15-20).
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| 6:00 pm | sYzYgY Beatbox & John Rybak + Friends (Walnut Creek) | FREE |
Sunday, July 4, 2021 | ||
| Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a more... | ||
| 5:00 pm | Free Uber/Lyft/Cab Rides Home (Bay Area) on 4th of July (2021) | FREE*
*Pre-registration online required and all reimbursement rules must be followed - Rides must be in the Bay Area area, San Jose, Oakland, Tri-Valley metro area, Fresno or Sacramento.
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Tuesday, July 6, 2021 | ||
| One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old fashioned drive-in move fun. West Wind Drive more... | ||
Friday, July 9, 2021 | ||
 Kaimera Productions presents the world premiere of SPACES: Oakland, an immersive experience merging contemporary performance and the ancient art of storytelling, and a significant marker in the return to live in-person more... | ||
| 5:00 pm | Academy Award-winning “Minari” Virtual Screening + Community Talk | FREE*
*Donations appreciated
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Saturday, July 10, 2021 | ||
 Get ready for a brand new “silent disco” version of a pop-up virtual comedy show and movie night at a secret location at Lake Merritt. We’ve got a 20-foot pop-up movie screen and we’ll be showing more... | ||
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 | ||
| One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old fashioned drive-in move fun. West Wind Drive more... | ||
Friday, July 16, 2021 | ||
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 | ||
| One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old fashioned drive-in move fun. West Wind Drive more... | ||
Tuesday, July 27, 2021 | ||
| One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old fashioned drive-in move fun. West Wind Drive more... | ||
Tuesday, August 3, 2021 | ||
| One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old fashioned drive-in move fun. West Wind Drive more... | ||
Friday, August 20, 2021 | ||
 A SUMMER TO REMEMBER. There is something for everyone at FoodieLand. FoodieLand is the perfect outdoor food event for everyone. A must-attend for foodies, this exclusive festival overlooking the San Francisco Bay more... | ||
Saturday, August 21, 2021 | ||
| A SUMMER TO REMEMBER. There is something for everyone at FoodieLand. FoodieLand is the perfect outdoor food event for everyone. A must-attend for foodies, this exclusive festival overlooking the San Francisco Bay more... | ||
Sunday, August 22, 2021 | ||
| A SUMMER TO REMEMBER. There is something for everyone at FoodieLand. FoodieLand is the perfect outdoor food event for everyone. A must-attend for foodies, this exclusive festival overlooking the San Francisco Bay more... | ||
Wednesday, August 25, 2021 | ||
 Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry more... | ||
Friday, September 24, 2021 | ||
| The Animal Liberation Conference brings together the most dedicated animal rights activists from around the world and empowers them to take bold, collective action to achieve revolutionary social and political change more... | ||
Saturday, September 25, 2021 | ||
| Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry more... | ||
Friday, October 15, 2021 | ||
 Deafheaven will be performing one of two exclusive shows at The UC Theatre on October 15, 2021! The band recently celebrated 10-years with the release of 10 Years Gone, a live album more... | ||
Thursday, November 11, 2021 | ||
| Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry more... | ||
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 | ||
 black midi, Britain’s most exciting and challenging young rock band, will be performing at The UC Theatre on April 19, 2022! This tour follows the upcoming release of the second studio album, more... | ||
