Oakland
Thursday, June 21
This month’s theme is: “Awkward”. Everyone has had an awkward or embarrassing moment, and some are so epic, that they turn into stories.
Waterfront Flicks begins on Thursday, June 21 with a special Oakland A’s night celebrating the 25th anniversary of the coming-of-age baseball film, “The Sandlot.”
Guests will be treated to swag, fun activities, photo opportunities, and more, provided by the Oakland A’s.
Oakland A’s Night
5–7 pm: Stomper visits with fans
5 …
Also known as The Special AKA is one of the UK’s most important bands.
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True innovators of the punk era, the Specials began the British ska revival craze, combining the highly danceable ska and rocksteady beat with punk’s energy and attitude, and …
Friday, June 22
The Village sidewalks come alive with fine art and crafts for a juried festival. Stroll along Mountain Blvd., La Salle Ave. and Antioch Court as part of the Pacific Arts Festival. 2018 Pacific Fine Arts Festival June 22-24, 2018 – Friday/Saturday | 10 am to ...
Come down to Oakland’s City Center for free concerts in the spring and summer outside the 12th Street Oakland City Center BART station from June 6th to August 29th. The concert series give a little taste of everything, from Motown and folk to classic and jazz ...
Pack your lunch and come listen to local jazz, rock, and hip hop musicians at the Kaiser Center’s roof garden free concert series from noon to 1 pm, every Friday from June 15 – September 14, 2018. The three acre roof garden at Oakland’s Kaiser Center was conceived as a semi-public park by ...
The Summer Season of Friday Nights @ OMCA is back! That means the gardens are open for picnics, live music outside is back, gallery hours are open until 10 pm, and the Off the Grid food truck market expands onto Oak Street. Enjoy half-price admission, …
Take a free 90-minute narrated harbor tour (May to October). Visitors will learn about the Port, its operations and economic impact on the region. Harbor tours provide a unique vantage point because marine terminals are closed to the public. The excursions are a great way to ...
From experienced dancers to newbies, everyone is invited to an evening of rhythm, grooving and dancing under the stars. Dancers will kick-up their heels and pack Jack London Square for free dance lessons. 2018 Dancing Under The Stars Fridays, Summer 2018 | 7:30 pm Jack ...
6/22 Lineup:
Variety performer this week is Katerina Countiss.
Comics will include:
Shelbi Evans
Trish Pandya
Haley Bentham Archdeacon
Michael Alveranga
Saturday, June 23
The Village sidewalks come alive with fine art and crafts for a juried festival. Stroll along Mountain Blvd., La Salle Ave. and Antioch Court as part of the Pacific Arts Festival. 2018 Pacific Fine Arts Festival June 22-24, 2018 – Friday/Saturday | 10 am to ...
Old Oakland Tour: This tour explores the 1870s business district where carefully restored brick commercial buildings now house offices, galleries and eateries. The historic district is a visible reminder of Oakland’s designation in 1869 as the Western Terminus of the Transcontinental Railroad. Tour begins at ...
Celebrate Pride weekend at the Oakland’s Drag Queen and King Story Hour, with face painting, lawn games, craft and science projects, a book giveaway and more.
Pride Celebration: Drag Queen & King Story Hour & Book Giveaway
Saturday, June 23, 2018 | 10 am to 1 pm
Dimond Park, 3860 …
Join the 1st Annual Lake Fest Oakland, presented by a passionate and talented team of organizers who have a love for producing large, free, public events in the City of Oakland.
Many of the Oakland natives who grew up in Oakland, attended Oakland schools, and want …
Burlesque, live music & more. Hubba Hubba Revue heats up your Saturday night with tantalizing striptease, snazzy cocktails & the skanktastic, NorCal sounds of musical guests, The Tahoes. A mix of irreverent comedy, classic striptease and circus and variety act, the Hubba Hubba Revue is a …
Sunday, June 24
The Village sidewalks come alive with fine art and crafts for a juried festival. Stroll along Mountain Blvd., La Salle Ave. and Antioch Court as part of the Pacific Arts Festival. 2018 Pacific Fine Arts Festival June 22-24, 2018 – Friday/Saturday | 10 am to ...
Frances Wilson, The Field Kitchen
Frances Wilson can’t remember a time when her life did not revolve around food, first learning to cook as a child with her mother, and then professionally as both a chef and a teacher. Her career began when she trained as …
I Hella Love Shorts (IHLS) is a quarterly short films festival designed to promote independent films that reflect the rich and diverse experiences within the Bay Area and across the globe, support and showcase emerging/established film-makers, and provide a fun and entertaining short film experience …
Monday, June 25
Nerd Nite East Bay is a monthly lecture-in-a-bar series. They get smart and interesting people, give them lots of free drinks, and put them on stage in front of a couple hundred tipsy nerds. Sometimes it’s funny, sometimes it’s salacious, and it’s always nerdy. Nerd ...
Based in Glasgow, Scotland, Belle and Sebastian released their first two albums in 1996 at the peak of the chamber pop movement. Led by Stuart Murdoch, the band has released 9 albums to date. They have re-invented the pop festival, signed to a tiny independent label but …
6/25 lineups:
Sarah Cooper (The Cooper Review)
Matt Curry (SJ Improv)
Brooke Heinichen (Jokelandish)
Wonder Dave (Tourette’s Without Regrets)
Tuesday, June 26
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, ...
Wednesday, June 27
Learn about the contributions of Chinese and other Asian immigrants to the history of both California and the Bay Area. Stroll along sidewalk markets filled with fresh fish as well as exotic fruits and vegetables. View changing displays in the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. in ...
Join Chabot Space and Science Center at Drake’s Dealership in Oakland every 4th Wednesday of the month for a tinkering and drinkering happy hour. Bring a friend, grab a beer, and start making stuff. They will bring the tools and technology for you to explore, ...
Moonlight Comedy is a live stand up comedy showcase taking place under the stars in the outdoor patio, in the heart of downtown Oakland, at The Uptown. Dress warmly; they’ve got a couple of patio heaters to help keep you toasty. Each week features some of ...
