Summer is upon us! Time to get outside and enjoy all of the wonderful events and activities Oakland has to offer. So we decided to make a list! (We really like lists.) There are so many activities going on this summer that we couldn’t include them all but
When: The first Friday of every month 5-9pm. (Except the 4th of July when it is from 3-8pm)
Where: Telegraph Avenue between West Grand Ave and 27th Street.
Cost: Free but bring money for food trucks, art, and adventures.
What: First Fridays is a need to experience event. There is so much to see and do, with artist booths and movies and other events that spring up in the surrounding area this is a great Friday night activity.
When: Every Friday 5:300-8:30pm
Where: 365 45th Street, Oakland, California 94609
Cost: Cost of the food.
What: Food trucks! And hula hooping! And movies sometimes at Studio One:
June 20: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
July 18: The Croods
August 22: Ratatouille
September 12: Frozen
City Center Lunchtime Concerts
When: Every Wednesday starting 6/4/14 from 12-1pm
Where: Oakland City Center
Cost: Free
When: All movies begin at dusk (All subject to change)
- Friday June 20 – The Croods (PG 98 minutes)
- Friday July 11 – Holes (PG 117 minutes)
- Friday July 25 – Walking with Dinosaurs (PG 87 minutes)
- Friday August 29 – Turbo (PG 96 minutes)
- Friday September 12 – Top Gun (PG 110 minutes)
- Friday September 26 – We Bought a Zoo (PG 124 minutes)
- Friday October 3 – Frozen (PG 102 minutes)
- Friday October 17 – Adams Family (PG 99 minutes)
Where: Redwood Heights Recreation Center- 3883 Aliso Avenue, Oakland CA 94619
Cost: Free
Other Important Info:
Dress warm and bring a lawn chair and / or blanket as the grass starts to get a little damp in the evening.
They will be selling popcorn, hot chocolate, drinks & hotdogs this year. All of the money goes towards a scholarship fund for summer day camp and after school Rockets program.
New this year: Help support the Alameda County Food Bank. They will have a food donation bin set up and for those that donate a non-perishable food item, you will receive 1 small popcorn for free (while supplies last). Please look at the Alameda County Food Bank website for food items that they are in need of which include:
Canned fruit & vegetables
Canned meats and fish
Peanut butter
Pasta
Beans
Rice
Canned soup (low salt)
Low-sugar cereal and oatmeal
Tomato sauce
Powdered milk
When: Every Wednesday in June and July 28-August 28 at Sundown
Where: Pizzaiolo, 5008 TELEGRAPH AVE OAKLAND, CA 94609
Cost: Free For All Ages:
What: Movies begin at sundown on the patio. Call for a same-day reservation dining off our menu or come early for a spot on our bleachers, where we offer beer, wine, spiked punch, meatball sandwiches & homemade oreos. Bring blankets & your own comfy lawn chairs. For reservation, please call 510.652.4888 after 3pm.
June Movies:
6/4-Psycho
6/11- The Manchurian Candidate
6/18- Carrie
6/25-Throw Mama From The Train
When: The second Saturday of each month starting June 14, 2014 11am-5pm
Where: Jack London Square
Cost: Money for art
What: Jack of All Trades is a curated mix of local makers, indie designers, antiquers, collectors, artists, start-ups and more brought together by the Treasure Island Flea. Free to the public, this eclectic market will feature one-of-a-kind items, live music and several free DIY workshops for all ages.
When: June 15, 2014 2-6pm
Where: Dunsmuir-Hellman Estate, 2960 PERALTA OAKS COURT, OAKLAND, CA 94605
Cost: $20 Adults $10 Kids (10 and under)
What: This Jazz Series is to honor and celebrate fathers and to encourage a healthy, active and fit lifestyle. It will be a day to not only honor fathers, but honor all men who have acted as father-figures, step-fathers, uncles, grandfathers, or ‘Big Brothers’… Jazz lovers will be able to enjoy great music, food, drinks, vendors and a free tour of the Mansion.
When: June 15, 2014
Where: Lake Merrit
Cost: Free
What: Come out to the lake to see the Oakland Renegades in action (along with some other dragon boating teams).
When: June 27-29, Friday and Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-5
Where: Montclair Village
Cost: Free-There will be tasting booths for wine and beer with a fee. And of course bring money for the wonderful art!
What: A fine arts sidewalk festival that brings 80 artists from the Bay and it’s surrounding areas together to display and sell their art, along with wine and beer tasting, music, and kids activities.
July 4th Festival of Family Fun
When: July 4, 2014 11am-4pm
Where: Jack London Square
Cost: Free
What: A 4th of July Celebration with interactive activities and entertainment for both parents and children.
When: July 26, 2014 11am-7pm
Where: Jack London Square
Cost: Free
What: A cycling festival for everyone from families, casual observers, and biking enthusiasts. It will feature biking specials, yummy food, and vintage bicycles.
When: July 26, 2014, 6 – 11 pm
Where: Dunsmuir-Hellman Estate, 2960 PERALTA OAKS COURT, OAKLAND, CA 94605
Cost:$40 if tickets are purchased before June 30th
What:
Take a ride in a charming horse driven carriage or hop on the fun-filled Dunsmuir trolley car to experience an unforgettable evening. • Sample the finest cuisine provided by some of Oakland’s best caterers • Dance under the stars at the South Pond • coffee and dessert in the Jazz Café • Tour the 115 year old Mansion • The Gatsby car exhibit • Main stage entertainment • The Intimate Martini Lounge • Wine tasting • Community Recognitions
Entertainment
Martin Luther (featured entertainer) • Ric Alexander
Funky Latin Orchestra • K’ Brick • Destiny Muhammad Trio
Danielle Dubois Flax • Soul Rebel DJs
When: Aug 2-3, 2014 12-6pm
Where: City Center Oakland
Entrances at:
- 14th Street & Broadway
- 16th Street & San Pablo Avenue
- Promenade beside City Center West Garage
Cost: Money for food and rides
What: An Oakland Street festival with music, food (including a backyard smoker competition), dancing, and art.
When: Mid-August 7-10pm
Where: Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave, Oakland CA 94610
Cost: $20
What: This is one of the events that we will keep you informed of here or on our Facebook page, because it is such a good time (and the specific date has yet to be announced). And it sponsors Fairyland! Basically a big party in Fairyland with beer and wine included in your ticket price. You can also purchase food from local food trucks and Oaklandish gear once you’re in the park. There will be pop up puppet shows, a dance floor, and all around good fun.
When: August 30-31, 2014
Where: The Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Cost: 2-Day Adult $28, 1-Day Adult $21, Student (12-17) $13, Child (11 & under) Free.
What: A festival of all things Scottish. From Highland games, to dancing and music.
When: September 14, 2014
Where: Dunsmuir-Hellman Estate, 2960 PERALTA OAKS COURT, OAKLAND, CA 94605
Cost: Last year it was $50 before-hand and $70 at the door. We will update you when there is more information.
When: September 19-21, 2014
Where: Jack London Square
Cost: Free
What: It’s all about the local, sustainable, yummy food. From lessons on how to pickle and make jam, to samples of local restaurants, this is a fun end of summer festival to head out to.
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