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Saturday, August 22

Rockridge Free “Rock-N-Stroll” w/ 20+ Bands, 50+ Local Artists (2026)
Saturday, August 22 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free - all ages
| Rockridge
Rockridge Free "Rock-N-Stroll" w/ 20+ Bands, 50+ Local Artists (2026)
Art Bazaar with over 50 Local Artists • 20+ Street Performances from Local Bands • Pop Ups • Tastings • Offers & More Discover one of Oakland’s most unique neighborhood celebrations during Rock-N-Stroll in the Rockridge District. Stroll a mile of College Avenue and its side ...
2026 Oakland Chinatown StreetFest (Aug. 22-23)
Saturday, August 22 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Oakland Chinatown
2026 Oakland Chinatown StreetFest (Aug. 22-23)

The Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome you back to the Oakland Chinatown StreetFest on August 22–23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For two days, Oakland Chinatown will celebrate with lion dances, live entertainment, delicious food, local artists, family-friendly activities, ...

“San Francisco Mime Troupe” Live Summer Musical in the Park (2026)
"San Francisco Mime Troupe" Live Summer Musical in the Park (2026)

The Tony Award-winning San Francisco Mime Troupe returns for its 2026 season with free and lively performances in park settings around the Bay Area. San Francisco Mime Troupe | 2026 Free political theater & music in parks around the Bay Area Various dates: July 3 ...

Sunday, August 23

“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, August 23 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Mesa Maguey
"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 ...

2026 Oakland Chinatown StreetFest (Aug. 22-23)
Sunday, August 23 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Oakland Chinatown
2026 Oakland Chinatown StreetFest (Aug. 22-23)

The Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome you back to the Oakland Chinatown StreetFest on August 22–23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For two days, Oakland Chinatown will celebrate with lion dances, live entertainment, delicious food, local artists, family-friendly activities, ...

“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
"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, August 24

Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, August 24 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
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, August 25

Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, August 25 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
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 National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for National Parks Service Birthday 2026
Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for National Parks Service Birthday 2026

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 to all national parks and monuments, including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park, and ...

Last Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland
Tuesday, August 25 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is requested.
| The Layover
Last Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland

Laugh City is a monthly comedy show bringing comedians from HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central and Late Night TV to Oakland every last Tuesday at 8 pm. DJ B.C. spins music after the show. The show takes place at The Layover (1517 Franklin St). 21 and up. Doors open at 7 pm. Free, ...Monthly

$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
Tuesday, August 25 – 8:30 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2
| Solano 2 Drive In
$6 Drive-In Movie Night 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

Wednesday, August 26

Bay Area Restaurants Host “Pay What You Can” Day
Wednesday, August 26 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Restaurants Host "Pay What You Can" Day
A global “Pay What You Can” movement led by Mexico City restaurant Masala y Maiz is expanding to the Bay Area for one day only on August 26, 2026. The idea is simple: participating restaurants serve their regular menus, and guests choose what they’re able to pay. Four Bay ...

Thursday, August 27

Oakland’s Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)
Thursday, August 27 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Mesa Maguey
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, August 28

“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
"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)
Friday, August 28 – 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)
"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

Free Bill Callahan Show: New Album Live (The UC Theatre)
Friday, August 28 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 11:30 pm | Cost: FREE | The UC Theatre
Free Bill Callahan Show: New Album Live (The UC Theatre)
My Days of 58 is the eighth Bill Callahan album, his first since 2022. The twelve tunes here open uncanny depths of expression as Bill continues to blaze one of the most original songwriting-and-performance trails out there. With My Days of 58, he applies the ...

Saturday, August 29

8th Annual Crab Cove Fish Festival (Alameda)
Saturday, August 29 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Crab Cove Visitor Center
8th Annual Crab Cove Fish Festival (Alameda)
Crab Cove Visitor Center is part of the East Bay Regional Park District, the largest park district in the nation. Join us for the 8th Annual Fish Festival, including: *Enjoy eats from Food Truck Mafia’s diverse lineup of food trucks. * The Mobile Fish Exhibit, where you can view large ...
Richmond Art Center’s 90th Birthday Party
Saturday, August 29 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free and Open to All, No RSVP Needed
| Richmond Art Center
Richmond Art Center's 90th Birthday Party
Join us for a community celebration as we mark 90 years of Richmond Art Center! This family-friendly event celebrates the opening of our 90th anniversary exhibitions with live music, food, hands-on art activities, and birthday cake.

Sunday, August 30

“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, August 30 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Mesa Maguey
"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 ...

Free Cape & Cowl: 150+ Artists, Food Trucks + Kids Area (Alameda)
Sunday, August 30 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission, no ticket required
| Faction Brewing
Free Cape & Cowl: 150+ Artists, Food Trucks + Kids Area (Alameda)
Come have fun at Cape & Cowl Con, a free, family-friendly, one-day comic convention celebrating the very best comics, artists, and makers our community has to offer!   Hosted by Cape & Cowl Comics, the Eisner award-winning comic book shop located in downtown Oakland for ten amazing ...
2026 Bay Area “Brazilian Day” White Party & Lavagem Festival (Berkeley)
Sunday, August 30 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated. RSVP Required
| La Peña Cultural Center
2026 Bay Area "Brazilian Day" White Party & Lavagem Festival (Berkeley)
The annual ‘Lavagem do Bonfim’ is one of the most important events in the Afro Brazilian cultural calendar. This ritual dates back to colonial Brazil when enslaved Africans were forced to clean the church in preparation for the celebration of Senhor Do Bonfim “Our Lord”. They ...
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
"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, August 31

Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, August 31 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
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 1

Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, September 1 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
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

First Tuesdays Free Comedy Showcase & Happy Hour | The Layover
Tuesday, September 1 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
| The Layover
First Tuesdays Free Comedy Showcase & Happy Hour | The Layover

Every month, First Tuesdays Comedy brings you a lineup of comedians from HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central and late night TV – for free. Throw in happy hour drink specials until show time, and you’ve got one fun night. Catch a lineup of great comedians from top clubs. ...Monthly