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Sunday, June 30, 2024
FREE: Oakland “HellaSecret” Comedy Show (Sunday) Sunday, June 30 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets \| Secret Location (Oakland) Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get more...
Friday, July 5, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, July 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
6:00 pm	“Oakland Art Murmur” 2024 (First Fridays Art Walk)	FREE

Sunday, July 7, 2024
Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA) Sunday, July 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history, and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. Sunday Hours – 11am more...
Friday, July 12, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, July 12 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Friday, July 19, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, July 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Friday, July 26, 2024
The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls (July 26-28) Friday, July 26 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm \| Cost: $5* *$5 online or cash at the door. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $15. Most vendors accept cash only and ATMs are available. \| Alameda County Fairgrounds Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by more...
5:00 pm	“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)	FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries
Saturday, July 27, 2024
The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls (July 26-28) Saturday, July 27 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm \| Cost: $5* *$5 online or cash at the door. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $15. Most vendors accept cash only and ATMs are available. \| Alameda County Fairgrounds Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by more...
Sunday, July 28, 2024
The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls (July 26-28) Sunday, July 28 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm \| Cost: $5* *$5 online or cash at the door. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $15. Most vendors accept cash only and ATMs are available. \| Alameda County Fairgrounds Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 13th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by more...
Monday, July 29, 2024
Delta Aquariids Meteor Shower 2024 Monday, July 29 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area The Delta Aquariid meteor shower will be active from July 12 to August 23, 2024, producing its peak rate of meteors around July 30. However, this meteor shower is unique; from more...
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum Thursday, August 1 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits \| Berkeley Art Museum / Pacific Film Archive The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected more...
Friday, August 2, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, August 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Sunday, August 4, 2024
Free National Parks Day 2024: Muir Woods, Yosemite, Death Valley & More Sunday, August 4 – 7:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Although the entrance fee is waved, paid parking/shuttle reservations required for Muir Woods even on free days. \| All Over California 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...
11:00 am	Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA)	FREE* *Additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions
Friday, August 9, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, August 9 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Sunday, August 11, 2024
2024 Perseids: The Best Meteor Shower of the Year (Peak: Aug. 11-13) Sunday, August 11 – 11:59 pm - Ends at 5:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area Get out in the open, away from city lights to see the annual Perseids Meteor Shower, the most beloved meteor shower of the year for the Northern Hemisphere. The annual Perseids meteor more...
Monday, August 12, 2024
2024 Perseids: The Best Meteor Shower of the Year (Peak: Aug. 11-13) Monday, August 12 – 11:59 pm - Ends at 5:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area Get out in the open, away from city lights to see the annual Perseids Meteor Shower, the most beloved meteor shower of the year for the Northern Hemisphere. The annual Perseids meteor more...
Friday, August 16, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, August 16 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Monday, August 19, 2024
Rare Blue Moon & First “Supermoon” of 2024 Monday, August 19 – 8:19 pm - Ends at 6:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area The first “supermoon” of the year will occur on August 19, 2024. August’s full moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon. This “supermoon” is unique because it’s a special seasonal blue moon and more...
Friday, August 23, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, August 23 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Sunday, August 25, 2024
City Center Bishop Ranch’s Free Neighborhood Block Party (San Ramon) Sunday, August 25 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm \| Cost: FREE \| City Center Bishop Ranch Get ready for a fantastic Block Party on Sunday, August 25, from 12 pm to 4 pm! Join us for a community extravaganza filled with family-friendly entertainment and a fabulous selfie station. more...
Friday, August 30, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, August 30 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA) Sunday, September 1 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history, and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. Sunday Hours – 11am more...
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum Thursday, September 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits \| Berkeley Art Museum / Pacific Film Archive The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected more...
Friday, September 6, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, September 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Friday, September 13, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, September 13 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Harvest “Supermoon” & Partial Lunar Eclipse Night Tuesday, September 17 – 7:14 pm - Ends at 6:16 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area September 2024’s “Harvest” full moon is also a supermoon. Plus, it’ll be extra special because there will also be a partial lunar eclipse, visible from North America, which is when the more...
Friday, September 20, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, September 20 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Friday, September 27, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, September 27 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for National Public Lands Day 2024 Saturday, September 28 – 7:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Although the entrance fee is waved, paid parking/shuttle reservations required for Muir Woods even on free days. \| All Over California 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...
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum Thursday, October 3 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits \| Berkeley Art Museum / Pacific Film Archive The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected more...
Friday, October 4, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, October 4 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA) Sunday, October 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history, and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. Sunday Hours – 11am more...
Monday, October 7, 2024
Draconids Meteor Shower 2024 Monday, October 7 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area The Draconid meteors are caused when Earth collides with bits of debris shed by periodic comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner (and that’s why this shower used to be called the Giacobinids). October’s Draconid meteor shower more...
Friday, October 11, 2024
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland) Friday, October 11 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, more...
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Biggest “Supermoon” Night of 2024 Thursday, October 17 – 6:36 pm - Ends at 7:36 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area On October 17, 2024, there will be a Super Hunter’s Moon. Plus, it’s also the biggest Supermoon of the year. which means the moon will come closer to the Earth than any more...
Sunday, October 20, 2024
Orionids Meteor Shower 2024 Sunday, October 20 – 11:59 pm - Ends at 6:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area The Orionids, which peak during mid-October each year, are considered to be one of the most beautiful showers of the year. Orionid meteors are known for their brightness and their speed. more...
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Costumed Pet Parade, Treats & Halloween Selfie Station (San Ramon) Sunday, October 27 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm \| Cost: FREE \| City Center Bishop Ranch Your prized and precious pets will have a day to strut their canine stuff on October 27 at the City Center Costumed Pet Parade. They’ll be showing off their costumes and more...
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA) Sunday, November 3 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history, and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. Sunday Hours – 11am more...
5:00 pm	San Ramon’s “Diwali” Indian Festival of Lights 2024	FREE
Monday, November 4, 2024
2024 South Taurids Meteor Shower Peaks Monday, November 4 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area Every year from September to November, the Earth passes through a broad stream of debris left by Comet Encke. The dust associated with the comet hits the Earth’s atmosphere at 65,000 more...
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum Thursday, November 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits \| Berkeley Art Museum / Pacific Film Archive The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected more...
Friday, November 8, 2024
Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink Opening Ceremony 2024 (San Ramon) Friday, November 8 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm \| \| City Center Bishop Ranch City Center’s popular Ice Rink is set to open November 8 at 6pm with skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi cutting the ribbon and welcoming the community to another holiday season of skating. more...
Sunday, November 10, 2024
Becky Hill at The UC Theatre (Berkeley) Sunday, November 10 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 11:45 pm \| Cost: $32 \| The UC Theatre With an irrefutable aptitude for writing chart-smashing pop songs and a reputation as a pioneer in electronic music, BRIT Award-winning Becky Hill is one of Britain’s most in-demand music artists. Her more...
Monday, November 11, 2024
Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for Veterans Day 2024 Monday, November 11 – 7:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Although the entrance fee is waved, paid parking/shuttle reservations required for Muir Woods even on free days. \| All Over California 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...
10:00 pm	2024 North Taurids Meteor Shower Peaks	FREE
Friday, November 15, 2024
The Last “Supermoon” of 2024 Over San Francisco Friday, November 15 – 4:41 pm - Ends at 6:43 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area The final supermoon of the year will be on November 15, 2024. November’s full moon is considered the “Beaver Moon” which reflects the time when beavers are busy building their winter more...
10:00 pm	2024 Leonids Meteor Shower	FREE
Friday, November 22, 2024
2024 City Center’s 50 Ft. Tree Lighting Celebration (San Ramon) Friday, November 22 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE \| Bishop Ranch 1 Get ready to kick off the holiday season with our enchanting Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Arrival on Friday, November 22, at 6 pm! Enjoy heartwarming performances by the talented Monte more...
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA) Sunday, December 1 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions \| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history, and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. Sunday Hours – 11am more...
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum Thursday, December 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits \| Berkeley Art Museum / Pacific Film Archive The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected more...
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Geminids Meteor Shower 2024 (How to Watch in San Francisco) Thursday, December 12 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 am \| Cost: FREE \| San Francisco Bay Area The cosmos’ annual gift to sky watchers, the Geminids Meteor shower, which is visible from November 19 to December 24, will peak on December 12-13, 2024. During peak activity and perfect weather more...
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum Thursday, January 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm \| Cost: FREE* *Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits \| Berkeley Art Museum / Pacific Film Archive The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected more...