Oakland is a vibrant and diverse city that comes to life after dark. With its eclectic mix of bars, music venues, and cultural hotspots, Oakland offers a nightlife scene that's unlike any other. Join us as we explore the best nightlife hotspots and secret gems that make Oakland one of the Bay Area's…
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October is a busy month in Oakland, California so we went ahead and put together a list of what's happening during that month in The Town. Check it out! Oakland Roots Don’t miss the Oakland Roots’ last home game of the season against El Paso Locomotive FC on Saturday, October 14. For the 2024…
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The City of Oakland offers great live music, events, dining and outdoor fun all year round, and the fall season brings unique festivities that you can only find here. From discovering new beers at Oaktoberfest in the Diamond to immersing yourself at the Dia de los Muertos Festival in Fruitvale…
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Formerly an unincorporated neighborhood, “Fruit Vale,” was established by Oakland settler and horticulturist, abolitionist and Quaker, Henderson Luelling. What we now called Fruitvale wasn’t always a mostly Latinx neighborhood. Contrary to what some might think, the first Latinx Oakland…
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This East Oakland neighborhood was once called 'Brays' and 'Fruit Vale' thanks to the cherry and apricot orchards which could be found in the neighborhood before what we now know as Fruitvale became incorporated in 1909. Now, 110 years later, you can still find an abundance of fruits and…
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My name is Tati aka SnackterianSF, a Latina food-blogger native to San Francisco with a love for supporting local flavor in the Bay Area! It’s only right that I partner up with Visit Oakland to highlight 10 Must-Try tacos in The Town! Although there is no order in which these tacos are ranked, each…
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We take our jobs as the experts on all things Oakland seriously. So much so that we've handed our team their toughest assignment yet to find the best burritos in Oakland. Sure, it's a tough job, but we are up to the challenge. We've scoured the town, hitting up food trucks, taquerias, and…
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Welcome to Oakland, California! Attending a conference or meeting can be a great opportunity to learn and network, from indoor traditional settings to outdoor spaces. Luckily, Oakland offers a wide variety of outdoor activities that are perfect for groups looking to unwind and enjoy some fresh air…
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If you're planning a business trip or a corporate event in the East Bay, outdoor meeting spaces can provide a unique and refreshing atmosphere for your attendees. In this blog, we will explore some of the best hotels in Oakland that offer outdoor meeting spaces for gatherings of all sizes…
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Beers and bratwurst. IPAs and a heavy hand with hops. There are pairings in the beer world that just make sense together, and dogs and breweries certainly make the list. If you’re looking for locations in Oakland where you can enjoy a pint with your pooch, check out some of our favorite…
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