- Oakland Carnival | June 7
- The Black Food & Wine Experience | June 7
- Major League Cricket at the Coliseum | June 12-18
- Lakefest Oakland | June 21
- Mosswood Meltdown | July 19-20
- Laurel StreetFair World Music Fest | August 9
- Oakland Pride Parade & Festival | September 6-7
- Bubble Planet | All Summer
- Live Concerts in Oakland | All Summer
- Oakland Roots at the Coliseum | All Summer
- More Events This Summer
Oakland Carnival | June 7
Celebrating the 11th Year, Oakland Carnival & Wellness Festival operates with the mission to present Caribbean music, dance, food, African Diaspora culture and community wellness as uniting platforms. We strive to be a major catalyst in restoring health to our community through the Arts, with expanded wellness, greater fitness, thriving longevity and abundance.
The Black Food & Wine Experience | June 7
The Black Food & Wine Experience returns to Oakland on Saturday, June 7, 2025, and it's bigger and bolder than ever! This year, we’re bringing you more of what you love—and what you’ve asked for! Alongside a lineup of incredible food, wines, and cocktails, we’re adding a variety of mocktails and vegan options so everyone can join in on the fun. The Black Food & Wine Experience will take place at The Bridge Yard on Saturday, June 7.
Major League Cricket at the Coliseum | June 12-18
Cognizant Major League Cricket 2025 returns on June 12 at the Oakland Coliseum! Get ready for another epic season of Cognizant Major League Cricket, the biggest names in the game are back, delivering boundary-smashing excitement and unforgettable moments. This is your chance to witness the fastest, most thrilling format of the game—T20 cricket at its finest. Get tickets now!
Lakefest Oakland | June 21
LakeFest Oakland, celebrates the rich culture and diversity that makes the city unique. Created by Oakland natives and operated by a dedicated team of Bay Area residents, LakeFest has grown into one of the largest cultural celebrations in Oakland. A family-friendly event where kids, pets, and community members come together to enjoy music, food, and culture, LakeFest Oakland embodies the vibrant energy that makes the city so special. This is truly Oakland.
Laurel StreetFair World Music Fest | August 9
The 24th Annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Fest returns to Oakland’s Laurel District on Saturday, August 9, 2025! Join us for amazing food, retail, artisan and non-profit vendors, admission is free and we offer fun for all ages. Rich with rhythms from around the globe and around the corner, the Laurel StreetFair is dedicated to celebrating our cultural roots, our community and the traditions that bring us together - reflecting all that is uniquely and beautifully Oakland.
Oakland Pride Parade & Festival | September 6-7
The Oakland Pride Parade and Festival returns this year on September 8! This annual event creates a sponsorship of strength and respect while elevating our unified mission to celebrate and support the cultures and diversity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) community in Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area. The dates have not been announced but event historically takes place in September.
Bubble Planet | All Summer
Bubble Planet is an immersive experience in which you'll surround yourself with bubbles like never before! Step into a planet beyond your imagination with VR technology, themed rooms and fantastical landscapes. Jump from one immersive space to the next and explore them all with your five senses. Enter Bubble Planet, where the bubbles are the biggest and most fantastic ever! Get tickets now.
Live Concerts in Oakland | All Summer
Oakland is home to year-round concerts & performance events and summertime brings some of the best talent to The Town. Check out our full calendar of upcoming concerts and live performances and start making your summer plans!
Oakland Roots SC Home Games at the Coliseum | All Summer
In 2025, Oakland Roots return to Oakland, playing at the iconic Oakland Coliseum! Head to the iconic venue to catch an Oakland Roots game this summer.
