Featured Events in Oakland in April, 2025 (April Updated)

Experience the ultimate throwback with The Millennium Tour coming to Oakland on April 26, 2025. The event will be held at the Oakland Arena, located at 7000 Coliseum Way, CA, 94621. Get ready to groove to the music of your favorite R&B artists and relive the hits of the 2000s. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of nostalgia and get your tickets now to secure your spot at The Millennium Tour in Oakland.

We’ll cover on-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors to improve your bike handling skills, emergency maneuvers, and ability to confidently and safely bike on all types of streets and pathways. Participants who participate in classes will receive a free pair of bike lights! This class will be split into two parts, as follows: Part 1, On-the-bike drills (2 Hours) : This first section includes a group orientation then an on-bike session in a controlled environment like a parking lot or playground blacktop, practicing bike handling and hazard avoidance skills in a relaxed setting.Part 2, On-road group practice (2 Hours): For this second section instructors will take participants out on the road around nearby neighborhoods, streets, and paths, practicing our skills drills in a real world environment.Attending one of our “Day 1” Urban Cycling 101: Classroom Workshops or equivalent LAB Smart Cycling course is a prerequisite for the Urban Cycling 101: Day 2 Road Class. If this class is full, you can be added to the wait list or be notified about future sessions as they are added. Please bring: A functional bicycle.Helmet is strongly recommended, and required for students under 18.Snacks, water, and sunscreen.Ages 15 and up only. Any minors joining us for this class must be accompanied by an adult who is also participating in the class, and both must be registered individually. Students under 18 must wear a helmet. This is not a learn-to-ride class, and all participants are expected to be comfortable with the basics of balancing, pedaling, and steering. — This class is made possible by funding from the Alameda County Transportation Commission. Information Source: Bike East Bay Education Program | eventbrite

The Oakland Civic Orchestra presents Season FInale, “Legends” featuring Alex Strachan in the exciting world premiere of Legend: Concerto for Horn and Orchestra by composer-in-residence Nikolaus Umar Durr. Bookended by Jean Sibelius’ legendary Symphony No. 5 and the Nocturne from his King Christian Suite No 2, the program also features the colorful Scarlet Sculptures by emerging Australian composer, Naomi Dodd. The concert is on Sunday, April 27 at 4:00 pm, at Valley Center for the Arts, 3500 Mountain Blvd. in Oakland. Tickets go on sale March 6 on Eventbrite and advanced purchase is strongly advised. Oakland Civic Orchestra: Legends For more information, visit our website at https://www.oaklandcivicorchestra.com and follow our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OCOEASTBAY. Tickets are available at the $25 and $15 levels. All tickets are general admission. Please support OCO at the highest level that you can! Advanced ticket reservations are recommended. Tickets will be available at the door, on a space-available basis. We encourage masking, and recommend audience members be both vaccinated and boosted. If you feel unwell, please stay home and take care of yourself. Oakland Civic Orchestra Member and Supporter Information The Oakland Civic Orchestra seeks to collect data from orchestra members, friends and supporters who attend our concerts, to support us in our fundraising efforts. This important demographic information is anonymous. Please follow this link to complete our survey, and we thank you for your support! Ticket prices cover only part of our operating expenses. If you would like to make an additional donation, please use this link in order to support OCO! In order to view the concert progam, please use this QR code: Information Source: Oakland Civic Orchestra | eventbrite

Barry Can't Swim is set to embark on their North America Tour in 2025, with a stop in Oakland at the renowned Fox Theater. The event is scheduled for April 27th at 1807 Telegraph Ave. Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with unique sounds and captivating performances at this iconic venue in California. Don't miss your chance to experience Barry Can't Swim live in Oakland during their highly anticipated tour.

Serving students in Edna Brewer Middle School in Oakland, CA, the music program is comprised of 3 string orchestras, 3 concert bands, 1 jazz ensemble, a world music ensemble, a percussion ensemble, music production classes, and chamber ensembles. This event features the Jazz Ensemble. Come see the future of jazz and support your community. Information Source: Bay Area Jazz & Arts at The Sound Room | eventbrite

When Vigdis Hjorth published Will and Testament in her native Norway, its frank discussion of family secrets caused quite the controversy. Find out why and experience the propulsive brilliance of queen Vigdis at Womb House Books. When a dispute over her parents’ will grows bitter, Bergljot is drawn back into the orbit of the family she fled twenty years before. Her mother and father have decided to leave two island summer houses to her sisters, disinheriting the two eldest siblings from the most meaningful part of the estate. To outsiders, it is a quarrel about property and favoritism. But Bergljot, who has borne a horrible secret since childhood, understands the gesture as something very different—a final attempt to suppress the truth and a cruel insult to the grievously injured. Will and Testament is a lyrical meditation on trauma and memory, as well as a furious account of a woman’s struggle to survive and be believed. Vigdis Hjorth’s novel became a controversial literary sensation in Norway and has been translated into twenty languages. Vigdis Hjorth is the author of over a dozen prize-winning and best-selling novels. Will and Testament sold 170,000 copies in Norway and has received several awards, including the Norwegian Critics Prize for Literature and the Norwegian Booksellers’ Prize, as well as being nominated for the National Book Award and Nordic Council Literature Prize. Long Live the Post Horn! won the Believer Book Award for fiction in 2020, and Is Mother Dead was listed for the International Booker Prize in 2023. Information Source: Womb House Books | eventbrite

Experience the iconic Parliament Funkadelic featuring George Clinton live in concert at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland on April 25, 2025. Don't miss this legendary performance by one of the most influential bands in the history of music. Get ready to groove to their timeless hits and witness a show that promises to be unforgettable. Secure your tickets now for a night filled with funk, soul, and pure musical excellence at 10 Tenth Street, CA, 94607.

Experience the electrifying performance of j-hope at the 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' tour in Oakland. Scheduled to take place at the Oakland Arena on April 1, 2025, this event promises to be a memorable evening filled with captivating music and energetic dance routines. Located at 7000 Coliseum Way, CA, 94621, the Oakland Arena provides the perfect setting for fans to immerse themselves in the talent and charisma of j-hope. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a spectacular show in the vibrant city of Oakland.

Don't miss the upcoming We Them One's Comedy Tour at the Oakland Arena on April 5, 2025. This event promises a night of laughter and entertainment in Oakland, located at 7000 Coliseum Way, CA, 94621. Get ready to enjoy a hilarious performance by top comedians at this must-see show. Mark your calendar for an unforgettable evening of comedy in the vibrant city of Oakland.

🌱 A 21+ THIRD Fridays Event! BYOB: Bring your own bottle, weed and snacks! All drawing levels are welcome; all that is required is passion! You just have to have a love/interest in drawing and sketching! Schedule: Free sketch, networking, chatting, drinking and smoking (Rooftop/Outdoors ONLY)! Location: Upstairs/rooftop, Telegraph Oakstop Hosts:Brette and Abba Vision: A sketch night where artists bring their sketchbooks or ipads, where artists can network. This is a community based networking event to provide a safe space for artists to connect. Goals: To have fun and embrace the art of play!To help artists build a more solid sketching routineTo create a safe space for artists to network, share and createTo inspire/motivate one another by sharing our work and creating in space together🍷 +✍🏾 Join us @oakstop ! Let’s do this thang community! 👏🏾 Information Source: STUK DESIGNS | eventbrite

Ichiko Aoba is set to perform at the Fox Theater in Oakland on April 23, 2025. The venue is located at 1807 Telegraph Ave, CA, 94612. Fans of the acclaimed Japanese singer-songwriter can look forward to an unforgettable evening filled with her signature ethereal vocals and hauntingly beautiful melodies. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Ichiko Aoba live in concert at one of Oakland's premier music venues.

Don't miss the highly anticipated "Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour" taking place in Oakland at the Paramount Theatre Oakland on April 3, 2025. The event promises an evening of laughter and entertainment at 2025 Broadway, CA, 94612. Get ready to enjoy Aziz Ansari's unique comedy style and witty humor in this must-see show. Secure your tickets now for a memorable night out in Oakland.

ROLE MODEL will be performing at the Fox Theater in Oakland on April 3, 2025. The venue is located at 1807 Telegraph Ave, CA, 94612. This is an event not to be missed for fans of indie pop music.ROLE MODEL, also known as Tucker Pillsbury, is a rising star in the music industry known for his introspective lyrics and catchy melodies. Don't miss the chance to see him live in concert at this iconic Oakland venue.

Using all free tools, follow industry veteran Chris Platz, aka “the Dire Dungeon Master” as he sculpts, paints, rigs, and animates a 3D character, loads it into Unreal Engine, and prepares it for 3D printing. All in less than 1 hour. Tools: Sculptris, SculptGL, Maya, Unreal Engine. Chris Leon Platz is an educator and award winning multimodal mixed reality artist, entrepreneur, and research scientist. His works have been featured by Autodesk Gallery, Game Developer’s Conference, and published scientific research in SIGGRAPH, SIGCHI, and NIME. Currently he’s working on an experimental indie game World of Mush “WoM”, using stop motion myconoid characters and Unreal Engine. He’s also a dedicated life-long educator, and supports the next generation of Bay Area game developers by teaching at Berkeley City College, Cal State East Bay, and Mission College. Information Source: The Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment | eventbrite

Experience the magic of Myles Smith on his highly-anticipated "We Were Never Strangers Tour 2025" as he takes the stage at Fox Theater in Oakland on April 4th. Located at 1807 Telegraph Ave, CA, 94612, the iconic venue sets the perfect stage for an unforgettable evening filled with soulful melodies and captivating performances. Don't miss the opportunity to witness Myles Smith's raw talent and charismatic presence live in concert. Mark your calendars and secure your tickets for a night to remember.

Experience a night of metal mayhem with Machine Head and In Flames, accompanied by special guests Lacuna Coil and Unearth at the Fox Theater in Oakland. This epic event is set to take place on April 5, 2025. Don't miss the chance to witness these iconic bands rock the stage at 1807 Telegraph Ave, CA, 94612. Get ready for a high-energy show that will leave you craving more.

FIRST SATURDAYS AT QUINN'S LIGHTHOUSE!!!!! EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!! *USE PROMO CODE “WEALLWEGOT” for $5 OFF!* SOUL GLO! is a featured artist showcase platform designed to give the audience and intimate look at some of the dopest spoken word poets, comedians and hip hop and R&B artists in the Bay Area. The featured artists for Soul Glo 18! will be: Wightout, 2Dope2Deep, Yung Getta Dro, Dyva Cat, Russell Cummings, Alcian & Moe Ministry! Hosted by AFRO ENT! CEO UpsideDownGhost! Doors open at 6:00pm. Show starts at 7:00pm. Event will be held at Quinn's Lighthouse (1951 Embarcadero Ave, Oakland, CA) Early arrival is HIGHLY SUGGESTED. Come early, order your food and drinks and catch the vibe before the show! Wait service available for all tables for food/drink service. Safe parking available. Uber/Lyft recommended. Come out and enjoy some great Spoken Word Poetry, some hilarious comedy and a good night to be had at Quinn's Lighthouse for FIRST SATURDAYS!!! FULL MENU AND BAR OPEN! (Kitchen closes at 10PM) Early arrival suggested for parties with tables for food service. Stay after for the AFTERPARTY SO FRESH & SO CLEAN SATURDAYS from 10:00pm - 12:00am (Wrist band from Soul Glo includes FREE afterparty admission) Grab your tickets now! General Seating is on a first come first serve basis. If you have a party of 4 or more, please contact the event organizer for seating accommodations. Once tickets are sold out on Eventbrite, general admission only tickets will be on sale at the door. For more information, to RSVP for parties of 4 or more, please visit our Instagram page at @acoupleofkidsfromoakland - @_upsidedownghost_ or email me directly rbradfordsr@hotmail.com Information Source: UpsideDownGhost | eventbrite

Experience a one-of-a-kind musical journey at TREASURE 2025 FIRST US TOUR [SPECIAL MOMENT] IN OAKLAND. Taking place at the historic Paramount Theatre Oakland on April 10, 2025, this event promises to be a memorable evening filled with captivating performances by the talented group TREASURE. Located at 2025 Broadway, CA, 94612, the venue provides the perfect setting for fans in Oakland to enjoy an unforgettable concert. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to witness TREASURE's first US tour and create lasting memories at this special event.

Experience the electrifying Djo: Back On You Tour with special guest Post Animal at the esteemed Fox Theater in Oakland. This highly anticipated event is set to take place on April 10, 2025, at 1807 Telegraph Ave, CA, 94612. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness these talented musicians perform live in one of Oakland's premier venues. Mark your calendars for a night of unforgettable music and entertainment at the Fox Theater.

British singer-songwriter Sam Fender will be embarking on his highly anticipated People Watching Tour, with a stop in Oakland at the Fox Theater. The event is scheduled to take place on April 11, 2025, at 1807 Telegraph Ave. Known for his powerful vocals and introspective lyrics, Sam Fender promises an unforgettable night of music for fans in Oakland. Don't miss the chance to experience his raw talent live on stage at the Fox Theater.

Join us for a conversation on Ariel Gore's new book, Rehearsals for Dying: Digressions on Love and Cancer at Womb House Books. Ariel will be in conversation with Jessica Ferri, owner of Womb House Books, followed by Q&A and book signing. Pre-order your signed copy of Rehearsals for Dying An expansive, darkly funny, and deeply personal reflection on the reality of living with—and dying from—metastatic breast cancer. Deena stepped out of the shower and opened her towel in the steam. “Does my breast look weird?” These words irrevocably change the lives of writer Ariel Gore and her wife. As they descend into a world of doctors and tests, medications and insurance, sickness and treatments and hope and pain and more, they discover just how little they truly knew—despite the awareness campaigns and hyper-visible pink ribbons—about the reality of breast cancer. Over the four years following Deena’s terminal diagnosis, Gore does what she always does, no matter how difficult or personal the subject: she writes about it. With keen insights, empathy, and humor, Ariel Gore braids together the story of Deena’s experience, her own role as a caretaker, narratives from others living with breast cancer, literary reflections on illness, and reportage on the history of breast cancer and the $200 billion industry that capitalizes on and profits from breast cancer screenings and treatments. Rehearsals for Dying investigates and challenges everything we think we know about breast cancer. It goes beyond awareness to knowledge, presenting a rich, nuanced, heartbreaking, and hopeful portrait of what it is to be diagnosed with, treat, and live with breast cancer in the twenty-first century. Ariel Gore makes books, zines, coloring books, and tarot cards. She is the founding editor and publisher of the Alternative Press Award–winning magazine Hip Mama and the author of ten books of fiction and nonfiction, including Hexing the Patriarchy, We Were Witches, and The End of Eve. Womb House Books is an inclusive feminist bookshop located in Oakland's Temescal Alley. Information Source: Womb House Books | eventbrite