Events in Oakland, United States
California Symphony: FROM TCHAIKOVSKY TO COPLAND - Classical Contemporaries
Walnut Creek
Sunday, November 8, 2026
1600
- 1800
50.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
California Symphony's November concerts explore the relationships between musical contemporaries across Russia and America. Russian composer Anton Arensky's Variations on a Theme by Tchaikovsky from 1894 honors his teacher Tchaikovsky, creating a direct musical and h ..
Walnut Creek Concert Band Fall Concert: "Music from the Shadows" On October 13, 2026
Walnut Creek
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
1900
- 2100
13.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
Join the Walnut Concert Band for Music from the Shadows, an all-ages Fall Concert where eerie melodies, haunting harmonies, and thrilling music capture the spirit of the Halloween season.
From the ominous sounds of Andrew Perkins’ Horror Vacui and Danny Elfman’s M ..
2026 HUMP! Film Festival: FALL SEASON - San Francisco, CA - Roxie
San Francisco
Thursday, October 15, 2026
1830
- 2230
25.00 USD
Films - Movies - Cinema
HUMP! returns with 2 showsinga of an entirely new collection of short films for Fall 2026.
For over two decades, HUMP! has been a platform for independent filmmakers to explore intimacy, identity, and connection without compromise. What began as a bold experiment ..
Speed Dating Beyond Small Talk | SF Bay Area | Tantra Speed Date®
San Francisco
Saturday, October 17, 2026
1800
- 2100
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
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Speed Dating Beyond Small Talk | SF Bay Area | Tantra Speed Date®
San Francisco
Saturday, November 21, 2026
1800
- 2100
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the speed dating event that's been called "Yoga for Your Love Life."
~ Watch 45 seconds of sparks flying:
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Most speed dating is built around small talk.
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Rhones by the Bay
San Francisco
Saturday, November 14, 2026
1200
- 1600
75.00 USD
Wine - Beer - Whiskey - Cocktails - Gin - Tasting - Classes
The Rhone Rangers Return to San Francisco!
Meet the passionate winemakers behind the bottles and explore an extraordinary lineup of Rhone varietals and blends from throughout California, Washington, and Oregon.
Whether you're a longtime Rhone enthusiast or just ..
NorSled's Harvest Howls and Fine Wine Fundraiser
Walnut Creek
Sunday, October 4, 2026
1300
- 1630
65.00 USD
Wine - Beer - Whiskey - Cocktails - Gin - Tasting - Classes
Join us for a family-friendly, exhilarating afternoon of fine wines, cheese and chocolate tasting. Raffle baskets and exciting silent auction items galore!
All proceeds go to the dogs we rescue and help us save lives!
The ticket price includes admission to the w ..
Halloween Pub Crawl San Francisco
San Francisco
Friday, October 30, 2026
1800
- 2300
25.00 USD
Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends
Halloween may fall on Saturday, but in San Francisco, the celebration will already be underway the night before. On Friday, October 30, San Francisco Pub Crawls will host a five-hour Halloween event featuring participating bars, discounted drinks, DJs, contests and c ..
2027 SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run San Francisco
San Francisco
Sunday, January 10, 2027
0720
- 1130
49.00 USD
Sports Events - Marathons - Games - Competitions
The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run series is back for the 2026/2027 season! Join the chocolate movement that's taking over the country. This race has it all - three distances, premium swag and a post-race chocolate experience like no other.
To learn more about or purc ..
Joybound People And Pets presents: Yappy Hour at Calicraft Brewing Company!
Walnut Creek
Sunday, October 25, 2026
1200
- 1500
35.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Bring your four-legged friends and kids dressed in their Halloween best and spend the afternoon enjoying lively music, games, candy, delicious local food trucks, raffles, and plenty of tail-wagging fun.
Whether you're looking to meet your future best friend, enjoy ..
Saturday Night Laughs Sat Oct 3 7pm
Oakland
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1900
- 2030
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Last Supper Party At Muddy Waters
San Francisco
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1800
- 2000
Free
Social Events - Meet New People - Make Friends
San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) is pleased to announce the start of the fifth season of The Last Supper Party, curated by Alameda Poet Laureate Kimi Sugioka. The season opens on Saturday, October 3, at 6 p.m. at Muddy Waters Coffee and Lounge (521 V ..
PUSHfest Dance Festival Featuring New and Favorite Works by Local and International Artists
San Francisco
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1300
- 1500
30.00 USD
Social Dancing - Dance Lessons - Dance Performances
Building on the triumphant return of its annual flagship festival last year, PUSH Dance Company is thrilled to present PUSHfest 2026 with four different performances and programs bringing together an extraordinary roster of local and nationally acclaimed dancemakers. ..
30th Annual Middle Eastern Food Festival
San Francisco
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1200
- 1900
Free
Eating Out - Food Events - Cooking Classes
Join us as we celebrate 30 years of food, faith, culture, and community!
Enjoy an incredible variety of authentic favorites, including savory kebabs, falafel, shawarma, hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, stuffed grape leaves, and so much more. And don't forget to stop by ..
The (Not So) Late Show - Fri Oct 2 9:30pm
Oakland
Friday, October 2, 2026
2130
- 2300
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Friday Night Funnies - Fri Oct 2 7:30pm
Oakland
Friday, October 2, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
San Francisco
Friday, October 2, 2026
1830
- 2000
55.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
At the San Francisco Magic Theater, we don't give you a "show." We hand you an experience... a carefully engineered collision of impossible mentalism, laugh-out-loud comedy, and illusions that punch through the wall of your reality.
What You'll Do
Step off the st ..
Speak Easy: Let's Discuss Social Media
San Francisco
Friday, October 2, 2026
1000
- 1700
29.95 USD
Society Issues - Social Problems - Life Events
Australia recently banned social media for anyone under 16. Discuss the pros and cons with your family and friends, or with a stranger. Find out how the other side thinks. And learn how bias could be shaping your conversations.
Join a structured discussion with an ..
Thursday Is The New Friday - Thu Oct 1 7:30pm
Oakland
Thursday, October 1, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
After Dark: Echoes
San Francisco
Thursday, October 1, 2026
1800
- 2200
22.95 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
Dive into surprising patterns in art, music, and the way we think. Then immerse yourself in a performance by acclaimed saxophonist and composer Cole Pulice, presented in collaboration with the TANK Center for Sonic Art.
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Across the Board: Nonprofit Board Fair
San Francisco
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
1730
- 1930
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
When: Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30 PM
Where: Kanbar Performing Arts Center, Chorissima Hall, 44 Page St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Cost: Free
Twenty local nonprofits will be tabling across a range of causes, from education and youth development to h ..
The 20th Annual Pain Therapeutics Summit
Burlingame
Monday, September 28, 2026
0800
- 1500
Free
Healthcare Industry - Medical - Pharmaceutical - Biotech
ARROWHEAD’S ANNUAL PAIN THERAPEUTICS SUMMIT, taking place in San Francisco on September 28-29, 2026, is the US’s premier pain conference covering the field of pain research and therapeutics.
Leaders from the biopharmaceutical industry, academia and government atte ..
California Symphony: SIBELIUS, HIGDON, AND BARTOK - American Connections
Walnut Creek
Sunday, September 27, 2026
1600
- 1800
50.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
California Symphony opens its 40th anniversary season with a program celebrating American connections. All three works on the program share a common thread: they were premiered in the United States, a fitting nod as the nation marks its 250th anniversary and reflects ..
Legacy Fundraiser for the Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House
Alamo
Sunday, September 27, 2026
1600
- 1900
150.00 USD
Charity Events - Fundraising
Join us Sun., Sept. 27 at Round Hill Country Club (4-7pm) as we celebrate 50 years of Tao House - the former home of Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O'Neill. Spend an unforgettable afternoon with Sam Robards, Tony-nominated actor and son of Hollywood legends Ja ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Sep 26 9:30pm
Oakland
Saturday, September 26, 2026
2130
- 2300
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
California Symphony: SIBELIUS, HIGDON, AND BARTOK - American Connections
Walnut Creek
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1930
- 2130
50.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
California Symphony opens its 40th anniversary season with a program celebrating American connections. All three works on the program share a common thread: they were premiered in the United States, a fitting nod as the nation marks its 250th anniversary and reflects ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat September 26 7:30pm
Oakland
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Tribute Gala 2026
San Francisco
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1700
- 2100
250.00 USD
Luxury - Fine Living - Private Club Events
San Francisco AIDS Foundation continues to play a vital role in the fight against HIV by providing critical services and advocating for policies that promote the well-being and rights of individuals living with HIV. Our efforts aim to reduce new HIV infections, impro ..
Engineering Day
San Francisco
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1100
- 1600
29.95 USD
General Science and Engineering - Robotics - Machines
Connect with engineers, biologists, and educators through bilingual (Spanish/English) programs. Explore scientific phenomena with hundreds of interactive exhibits, and get hands on with STEM concepts through fun activities for the whole family.
Hosted in collabora ..
Latinx Heritage Celebrations at Children's Fairyland
Oakland
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1000
- 1600
20.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Celebrate Latinx Heritage at Fairyland!
Join us for three full weekends of family fun celebrating and uplifting the vibrant beauty within the Latinx diaspora. Traditional arts and crafts, games from various countries, hands-on learning activities, food exploration ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Fri Sep 25 9:30pm
Oakland
Friday, September 25, 2026
2130
- 2300
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Fri Sep 25 7:30pm
Oakland
Friday, September 25, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
San Francisco
Friday, September 25, 2026
1830
- 2000
55.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
At the San Francisco Magic Theater, we don't give you a "show." We hand you an experience... a carefully engineered collision of impossible mentalism, laugh-out-loud comedy, and illusions that punch through the wall of your reality.
What You'll Do
Step off the s ..
Fairyland's Drawn Together: an Art Party for Adults-ONLY (21+)
Oakland
Friday, September 25, 2026
1800
- 2200
35.00 USD
Art Exhibitions - Auctions - Painting - Classes - Events
Join us for art, drinks, and creative encounters at Drawn Together, an intimate, grown-ups only (21+) event at Children's Fairyland.
Art lovers and enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a magical evening at the Park and watch in awe as over 50 local artists and industr ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Thu Sep 24 7:30pm
Oakland
Thursday, September 24, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
2026 HUMP! Film Festival: FALL SEASON - Oakland, CA
Oakland
Thursday, September 24, 2026
1900
- 2300
25.00 USD
Films - Movies - Cinema
HUMP! returns with an entirely new collection of short films for Fall 2026.
For over two decades, HUMP! has been a platform for independent filmmakers to explore intimacy, identity, and connection without compromise. What began as a bold experiment has grown into ..
After Dark: If You Build It . . .
San Francisco
Thursday, September 24, 2026
1800
- 2200
22.95 USD
Adventure Trips - Events
Pier 15 is your DIY playground at After Dark. Take risks, invent something, and get hands-on with Exploratorium designers. Whether you're a seasoned creator or a curious dabbler, celebrate the joy of problem solving with the most inspiring Thursday night in town.
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Salsa Dance Classes - Beginning and Intermediate Salsa Dance Lessons with Salsa Bachata Dance Party
San Francisco
Monday, September 21, 2026
1830
- 2330
30.00 USD
Social Dancing - Dance Lessons - Dance Performances
We're Back, THIS Monday! https://salsamondays.eventbrite.com
Learn to Salsa Dance plus an AWESOME Salsa Bachata Dance Party.
Join us for SalsaCrazy Mondays - where you can learn to Salsa dance AND dance all night at a fun, social and fiery night with great music ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Sep 19 9:30pm
Oakland
Saturday, September 19, 2026
2130
- 2300
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Sat Sep 19 7:30pm
Oakland
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Tantra Speed Date® - San Francisco! Meet Singles Speed Dating
San Francisco
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1800
- 2100
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the matchmaking event that's been dubbed "Yoga for your Love Life" by singles
In this new world of online dating, shallow conversations and superficial standards have become the norm...
Robbing us of the magic that comes with connecting on a deeply meaningf ..
45th Annual Northern California Book Awards - San Francisco, CA
San Francisco
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1400
- 1700
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
45th ANNUAL
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BOOK AWARDS
Northern California's vibrant literary scene will celebrate on Saturday, September 19, 2026, 2:00pm, at Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library, Civic Center, San Francisco, when the 45th annual Northern California ..
Fairyland's Annual Children's Book Festival
Oakland
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1000
- 1600
20.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
The Children's Fairyland Book Festival returns with a star-studded lineup including Mychal Threets, beloved author, librarian, and host of revived children's TV show "Reading Rainbow"!
Join us for a day where the Bay Area's most talented kid-lit authors, illustrat ..
Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Fri Sep 18 9:30pm
Oakland
Friday, September 18, 2026
2130
- 2300
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
Comedy Oakland at Elbo Room Thu Sep 18 7:30pm
Oakland
Friday, September 18, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
San Francisco
Friday, September 18, 2026
1830
- 2000
55.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
At the San Francisco Magic Theater, we don't give you a "show." We hand you an experience... a carefully engineered collision of impossible mentalism, laugh-out-loud comedy, and illusions that punch through the wall of your reality.
What You'll Do
Step off the s ..
Comedy Oakland at Elbo Room Thu Sep 17 7:30pm
Oakland
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1930
- 2100
25.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedy Oakland, 2016-2025 winner of "Best Comedy Night" in East Bay Express Reader's Poll features funny, diverse, industry pros alongside up-and-coming comedians. Our comedians have featured on TV, Radio, Comedy Festivals, Late Night Talk Shows, won competitions, an ..
2026 HUMP! Film Festival: FALL SEASON - San Francisco, CA - Brava Theater
San Francisco
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1830
- 2230
25.00 USD
Films - Movies - Cinema
HUMP! returns with an entirely new collection of short films for Fall 2026 hosted by Sally Limón.
For over two decades, HUMP! has been a platform for independent filmmakers to explore intimacy, identity, and connection without compromise. What began as a bold expe ..
After Dark: Unplug and Play
San Francisco
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1800
- 2200
22.95 USD
Adventure Trips - Events
Play science trivia, make art together, and learn some traditional Mexican dance moves. Whether you're seeking community, inspiration, or a little quiet wonder, you'll find your unique adventure at After Dark.
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"The Captivating Saga of Crissy Field: An Audio-Visual Interpretation through Music and Art"
San Francisco
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1300
- 1400
Free
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
For the Commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the Presidio on September 17, 2026, the Interfaith Center at the Presidio (ICP) is pleased to invite everyone to "The Captivating Saga of Crissy Field: An Audio-Visual Interpretation through Music and Art" Admission i ..