Nexus: SF/Bay Area Black Art Week Bayview Celebration (2026)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Courtesy of the Ruth Williams Bayview Opera House

On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the African American Cultural District will host D10 Dime Walk: Bayview’s Night of Art, Food & Music, a day‑to‑night experience guiding visitors through Bayview’s cultural landmarks, creative businesses, and artist spaces. The celebration starts with a Historical Tour & Art Walk led by April Spears-Mays, Executive Director of the Cultural District.

Guests will explore key cultural sites along Third Street and connect with local artists and Black‑owned businesses, with featured stops including Let’s Eat BBQ, the San Francisco SFAAACD Hub, and the Bayview Makers Shop on Third Street. These stops highlight the intersection of art, food, culture, and entrepreneurship that continues to shape Bayview. The tour begins at the Bayview Opera House at 3:00 PM and concludes at the SFAAACD Hub at 5:00 PM.

Following the art walk, guests will gather for a community reception and dinner at Tato’s Kitchen SF from 5:00–7:00 PM, one of the neighborhood’s beloved Mexican restaurants. The reception features food, conversation, and live music, bringing together artists, residents, cultural workers, and community supporters. Performers include DJ Leydis, Batuki, and Yrak Sáenz, with Gina Madrid serving as host.

The evening culminates at the historic Ruth Williams Opera House with the 5th Annual Afro‑LatinX Concert, produced by La Fauna Music and hosted by Oakland artist and cultural organizer Gina Madrid. More than a concert, it’s a celebration of the musical and cultural connections between Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Bay Area, showcasing Black and Brown artists across Latin, reggae, hip‑hop, Caribbean, funk, and global sounds.

The 2026 lineup features Grammy‑winning duo Los Rakas (Panama) and renowned hip‑hop artist Guanaco (Ecuador), along with Bayonics, ELENAH, Kulcha Latino DJs, DJ Leydis, Yrak Sáenz, and Batuki, bringing together international and Bay Area talent for a dynamic Afro‑LatinX experience.

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.