Must-see entertainment in Oakland

  • Fox Theater

    Oakland

    A phoenix arisen from the urban ashes, this restored 1928 art deco stunner adds dazzle and neon lights to Telegraph Ave, where it's a cornerstone of the…

  • Yoshi's

    Oakland

    Yoshi’s has a solid jazz calendar, with talent from around the world passing through on a near-nightly basis. It’s also a Japanese restaurant, so if you…

  • Starline Social Club

    Oakland

    A local favorite for live music, art shows, dance parties, comedy sets, readings and other events, the Starline has a vintage feel, which makes sense, as…

  • The RIC

    Oakland

    The RIC straddles that line between a bar and a performance space; the beers are good and the bartenders are friendly, but for us, the big draw is a…

  • Paramount Theatre

    Oakland

    This massive 1931 art deco masterpiece shows classic films a few times each month and is also home to the Oakland Symphony and Oakland Ballet. It…

  • Grand Lake Theatre

    Oakland

    Once a vaudeville theater and silent-movie house, this 1926 beauty near Lake Merritt lures you in with its huge corner marquee (which sometimes displays…

  • The Alley

    Oakland

    There's live music every night of the week at this ramshackle locals' favorite, which feels like a roadside juke joint plopped onto Grand Ave. The tunes…

  • New Parkway Theater

    Oakland

    This laid-back movie house, pub and community-events space shows second-run and throwback indie films. Reasonably priced beer, wine, sandwiches and pizza…

  • Oakland A’s

    Oakland

    When the San Francisco Giants are away, the Oakland A’s are usually home, which expands the possibilities for those desperate for a summer baseball fix.

  • Piedmont Theatre

    Oakland

    Small neighborhood art-house cinema that's over 100 years old. It screens first-run Hollywood and independent films.

  • Uptown

    Oakland

    For an eclectic calendar of indie, punk and experimental sounds, burlesque shows and fun DJ dance parties, this club hits the spot. Come for a mix of…

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