Weekend Happenings: What’s Going On Around Town (July 3–5) Looking for plans this weekend? Here’s a roundup of events happening around the Bay Area to help you get the most out of your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Friday, July 3
Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid Block Party (5:00 PM) – Head over to 1000 Oak Street, Oakland, for an evening of food and music.
Patron Latin Rhythms Concert (8:00 PM) – Enjoy live music and nightlife at 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland.
Oakland Critical Mass | First Friday (8:00 PM) – A community outdoor sports event starting at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza/San Pablo Gateway.
Saturday, July 4
Cars and Coffee Alameda (1:00 AM) – Kick off the holiday with some automotive appreciation at 2694 Blanding Avenue, Alameda.
Come Party at the Pardee: 4th of July BBQ (12:00 PM) – Join the festivities at the Pardee Home Museum in Old Oakland for food and music.
July 4th USS Potomac Fireworks Cruise 2026 (8:00 PM) – Celebrate with a fireworks cruise departing from the USS Potomac in Oakland.
Sunday, July 5
Sunday Funday: Rootbeer Floatilla (3:30 PM) – An outdoor sports event taking place at the Encinal Boat Ramp in Alameda Point.
HellaSecret Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (6:00 PM) – Wrap up your weekend with laughs and drinks at Mesa Maguey in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland.