Sunday, September 20
Blues, Brews & BBQ (Alameda)
Join us for a celebration of world-class Blues musicians, a myriad of local craft breweries, and smoking BBQ vendors.
Celebrate the 9th Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ on Sunday, Sept. 20, from noon to 6 p.m. at Washington Park (740 Central Ave.) in Alameda. Presented by ...
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Secret pop-up comedy show at a new bar in Temescal in Oakland Get ready for the return of our “HellaSecret” comedy show in Oakland. A new series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll ...
“Let’s Paws” Benefit for Sulala Animal Rescue in Gaza (Berkeley)
Join Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine for a morning breakfast event benefiting Sulala Animal Rescue, the only animal welfare organization operating in Gaza. Enjoy a vegan breakfast and activities for the whole family, including your furry friends!
The highlight of the morning is a live ...
Free Manning Mud Stompers Family Dance w/ Live Old-Time Music (Berkeley)
This event is similar to a square dance, but easier to do. Fun for kids and parents!
All dances will be taught and called by caller Janine Smith. Live music by Manning Mud Stompers (an old-time band made up of young people).
FREE
Fun for the whole family, ...
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Free Oakland UP, a Social Practice Project by Jocelyn Meggait, is open Fridays through Sundays from 12–4 PM, offering free materials for art, collage, and junk journals such as ephemera, electronics parts, books, and household goods. Outdoor items are entirely free to take (just don’t ...Every Sunday
Wafful Howze
Wafful Howze: Post Brunch Dance Party celebrated their community with high-energy DJ sets and a safe-space environment to enjoy dance with a free spirit! Wafful Howze hosts a variety of vendors and partners with FLUID 510 with dinner and drinks!
Impossible Inventions (Berkeley)
Sunday, September 20 – 4:00 pm |
Cost: $5 | Berkeley Piano Club
Music full of youthful brilliance and optimism opens our season: we celebrate the music of the new generation through our Pathways Program, alongside Mendelssohn’s beautiful E-flat major quartet and music from Paul Novak, the winner of Left Coast’s 2025 Composition Contest.
Making Tasty Treats with Acorns & Bay Nuts
What To Expect
In this experiential half-day program, we’ll be:
Going for a walk to look at the oaks and learning how to identify common oak species in the area
Having a hands-on experience processing bay nuts and acorns into tasty treats, including shelling, winnowing, leaching, and more
Learning ...
Monday, September 21
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Get ready for TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood—a celebration of Oakland comedy and culture with a series of pop-up live shows across the Bay by HellaFunny. This HellaFunny comedy night takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night ...Every Monday
Tuesday, September 22
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Get ready for the return of HellaFunny comedy night to Temescal with a series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. This HellaFunny comedy show takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night spot with lots ...Every Tuesday
Free Outdoor Bird Ensemble + Sunset Bell Ringing 2026 (Berkeley)
ambient bird – live oak 2026
tuesday september 22 – 6:15pm
live oak park: 1301 shattuck ave, berkeley
location: near the creek, under the trees
no formal seating: sit on the stone steps,
stand, wander, bring a blanket or chair
sfSOUND musicians join the bird ensemble
in an outdoor fall equinox performance ...
Free Book Launch: Lisa Moore Ramée’s “More Trouble Than It’s Worth” (Berkeley)
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway’s Bookstore on Tuesday, September 22 at 6:30 PM when author LISA MOORE RAMEE will celebrate the launch of her new book, More Trouble Than It’s Worth, and will be joined by author ANGELA DALTON for the conversation.
In this powerful and ...
Final $6 Drive-In Movie Night of the Summer in Concord & San Jose
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 movie fun. West Wind Drive In Locations Solano Drive-In – 1611 Solano Way, Concord Capitol Drive-In – 3630 Hillcap ...Every Tuesday
Thursday, September 24
Oakland’s Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)
Diversity takes center stage at HellaFunny’s brand new “People of Color” Comedy Night in Oakland Welcome to Oakland’s newest comedy night, spotlighting the vibrant humor of People of Color! RSVP for Free Tickets Prepare for an evening of laughter as HellaFunny showcases handpicked talent that normally ...Every Thursday
Friday, September 25
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (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 an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
The Town’s favorite block party, Friday Nights at OMCA, is back for the 2026 season, inviting the Bay to kick off the weekend with the crew—whether family, friends, or neighbors. Join us every Friday, April–October, at 5 pm for a free evening of live music, interactive activities, ...Every Friday
Saturday, September 26
FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)
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 an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...
“Corgi Con” Bay Area 2026 at Alameda County Fairgrounds
Get ready for a day of stubby legs, fluffy butts, and serious Corgi competition at Corgi Con, the annual celebration of all things Corgi. Bring your Corgi, your “incorgnito” pup, or just yourself to watch the fluff-filled festivities.
The day’s highlights include Mickey’s Derby, home of ...
Sunday, September 27
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Secret pop-up comedy show at a new bar in Temescal in Oakland Get ready for the return of our “HellaSecret” comedy show in Oakland. A new series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll ...
Bay Area Queer Zine Fest (Oakland)
Bay Area Queer Zine Fest (BAQZF) is pleased to announce its return for the 9th annual in-person event, in addition to a two week-long virtual event. This year’s hybrid event will host online vendors on the BAQZF website from September 12th through September 26th, culminating ...
9th Annual Bay Area Queer Zine Fest: Oakland (2026)
Sunday, September 27 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Oakland Asian Cultural Center
The 9th Annual Bay Area Queer Zine Fest celebrates queer independent publishing with over 30 vendors at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. The event is free, requires masks, and is wheelchair accessible.
Original Event Description:
_A celebration of queer independent publishing featuring 30+ vendors at the Oakland ...
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Free Oakland UP, a Social Practice Project by Jocelyn Meggait, is open Fridays through Sundays from 12–4 PM, offering free materials for art, collage, and junk journals such as ephemera, electronics parts, books, and household goods. Outdoor items are entirely free to take (just don’t ...Every Sunday
Monday, September 28
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Get ready for TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood—a celebration of Oakland comedy and culture with a series of pop-up live shows across the Bay by HellaFunny. This HellaFunny comedy night takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night ...Every Monday
