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Oakland, CA Events — Live Music, Cultural Festivals & Things To Do

Oakland possesses a vibrant, community-driven arts and music scene. The historic Fox and Paramount theaters host national acts, while Lake Merritt serves as a hub for local markets and gatherings, and monthly art walks showcase the city's rich artistic diversity.

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  • Concerts at the historic Fox and Paramount theaters
  • Lake Merritt outdoor markets and festivals
  • Oakland First Fridays art walks and street festivals

What this city page includes

This page is built to help searchers and returning visitors quickly understand the city's event mix, the local venues that matter, and the current listings we have available.

Live snapshot

  • Current coverage
    30 current/upcoming listings currently surfaced.
  • Featured listing
    Caribbean Culinary Excursion at Oakland, California on June 14, 2026 · 3:00 PM.
  • Leading source
    Alameda Post Events contributes 27 listings to this page.
  • Leading category
    Arts & Entertainment appears in 9 listings on this page.
  • Local coverage

    City-specific intro copy, highlights, and live events updated from the current catalog.

  • Current mix

    A quick read on the main event categories currently available in this area.

  • Food & Drink

    3 upcoming listings currently surfaced on this city page.

  • Arts & Culture

    5 upcoming listings currently surfaced on this city page.

  • African & Diaspora Culture

    2 upcoming listings currently surfaced on this city page.

  • Afrobeats & World Music

    1 upcoming listing currently surfaced on this city page.

Upcoming events

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