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1 day ago

10th Annual "Great Crucolo Parade" + Italian Cheese Celebration (Oakland)

This year is our 10th annual Crucolo Parade! Join us as we pay homage to one of our favorite Italian cheeses from the Trentino-Alto Adige region. Market Hall Foods is one of two shops in the United States that sells this creamy cow's milk cheese. To celebrate its arrival, our expert cheesemongers, dressed in Italian garb, roll a cart carrying the gigantic Crucolo wheel down
Food & drink
Music
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1 day ago

Free Star Wars Symphony Concert + Costume Contest in Oakland (Oct. 10-11)

Temple Hill Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams's Star Wars music with a costume contest, 501st reception, free tickets, Oakland Temple Hill Auditorium, October 10–11, 2025.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

This week in Oakland: Mills College Art Museum Centennial Celebration, and Oaklandish's 25th anniversary

October features numerous Oakland events, including the Armenian Food Festival, Oaktoberfest, Black Cowboy Parade, Oaklandish's 25th celebration, and Coyote Media Collective mixers.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

This week in Oakland: Ice Cube at the arena and the 'Stoked' exhibit

Oakland fall events include the "Stoked" wood-fired ceramics exhibit, a free open-mic at Discover Community Cafe, and a 75th-anniversary library open house.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

This week in Oakland: Aneesa Strings at Yoshi's, and a free mini Uptown stroll

Oakland offers several free and low-cost cultural events this week, including a walking tour, film screenings, community gatherings, and a performance by Aneesa Strings.
Music
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2 weeks ago

"FirstClass: Departure" DJ Saturday Nights | Oakland

Monthly FirstClass: Departure DJ nights at The Miranda Lounge in Oakland occur every 2nd Saturday, featuring varied genres, resident DJ Methods, opening by Jpeezoe.
Arts
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2 weeks ago

2nd Friday Art Walk | Oakland & Alameda

Galleries and businesses in Alameda/Jingletown open on Second Fridays (6-9 PM) to promote community art, with locations updated monthly.
#latin-food
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday

Oakland Critical Mass is a monthly group bike ride that takes place every first Friday of the month, which starts at 8 pm at the BikeLink bike lockers at 14th and Broadway, and ends at 23rd and Telegraph where Oakland Art Murmur is underway. Critical Mass is argued to be a political-protest for bikers' rights, but it's also a fun social ride that takes over the streets.
Social justice
Music
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Free Eastside Alliance "Xicana Power" Block Party 2025 (Oakland)

Free Xicana Power Block Party in Oakland honors the 55th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium with live music, food, community resources, and family activities.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Celebrate awfulness on the big screen at Oakland's 'Worst Film Fest'

Technical ineptitude, wooden dialog, concepts that never should've made it beyond paper - it's all celebrated at this quirky festival of clips and short films, taking place at a sound studio in downtown Oakland. "Did your budget run out? Did your actor get sick?" reads the fest's pitch line. "Did your high concept fall flat?... Submit any project that highlights work gone wrong. All failures welcome."
Film
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Celebrate awfulness on the big screen at Oakland's Worst Film Fest'

An Oakland festival celebrates intentionally bad short films and clips, awards toilet-shaped 'Absolute Worst' trophies, and prohibits AI-generated entries.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Investigating Oakland city contracts: on the podcast

Oakland's city contracting process faces scrutiny over fairness, transparency, and potential preferential treatment in awarding millions of dollars in contracts.
Miscellaneous
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Free Guided Tour of Ace Makerspace (Oakland)

Ace Makerspace offers guided tours through six rooms with online RSVP required and supports nonprofit programs serving Oakland communities.
Miscellaneous
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Free Guided Tour of Ace Makerspace (Oakland)

Ace Makerspace requires RSVP/ticket purchase for a guided tour covering six rooms; donations and proceeds support its nonprofit programs serving Oakland communities.
SF music
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1 month ago

Oakland's Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)

TownBiz Comedy Night showcases local comedians at Mesa Maguey, mixing comedy with Oaxacan dining in Oakland's Temescal neighborhood.
#fiesta-saturdays
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

"FirstClass: Departure" DJ Saturday Nights | Oakland

FirstClass: Departure is a monthly music event at The Miranda Lounge, Oakland, featuring various genres with free admission.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Level 1 Improv Class

All Out Comedy provides an inclusive and supportive environment where we can all raise each other up and have fun.
Wellness
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

This week in Oakland: Juneteenth celebrations

"One of the largest Juneteenth celebrations takes place at Lake Merritt. This year, DJs Ice Cold, Slowpoke and others will be behind the turntables at this outdoor celebration of Black culture."
East Bay (California)
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 months ago

"Star Trek" Trivia Night w/ Trek Triv (Oakland)

Monthly Star Trek Trivia event at Oakland's Beeryland invites teams to compete for prizes and enjoy a fun community atmosphere.
East Bay (California)
fromFuncheap
4 months ago

"You Never Dance Alone" Pride Weekend East Bay Warmup Party At Brix

Kick off SF Pride weekend with a vibrant party featuring house and DnB music.
Entry is free and the event starts at 9 PM.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
4 months ago

Oakland's Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)

HellaFunny Comedy Night showcases Oakland talent at Mesa Maguey with a blend of live comedy and Oaxacan cuisine.
fromFuncheap
4 months ago

West Oakland's Prescott Night Market 2025

The Prescott Night Market is a vibrant community event that brings together residents, local food makers, artists, and entrepreneurs once a month from June to October.
Portland food
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
5 months ago

This week in Oakland: 'Sinners' community discussion and 'The Ways of Water' exhibit at Manna Gallery

Community engagement is highlighted through diverse local events, emphasizing art, music, and social issues.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
5 months ago

This week in Oakland: The East Oakland Vocal Festival, and a public memorial for D'Wayne Wiggins

Community events in Oakland include a musical festival, a geologist-led nature walk, and a tribute to D'Wayne Wiggins.
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