Oakland School for the Arts presents: Next gen fashion creators
This year's runway show from the Fashion Design Pathway at OSA features designs that play with structure, silhouette, and material, revealing the unexpected beauty that emerges when conventions are questioned and rebuilt. Support the youth, Friday, May 8 and Saturday from 7-9PM.
This year's runway show from the Fashion Design Pathway at OSA features designs that play with structure, silhouette, and material, revealing the unexpected beauty that emerges when conventions are questioned and rebuilt. Support the youth, Friday, May 8 and Saturday from 7-9PM.
Cal Performances presents, This Land: Reflections on America
Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents pianist Lara Downes in This Land: Reflections on America at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday, May 9 at 8PM. Joined by folk singer Judy Collins, poet Tarriona, string ensemble Invoke Quartet, and the multicultural Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir.
Cal Performances at UC Berkeley presents pianist Lara Downes in This Land: Reflections on America at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday, May 9 at 8PM. Joined by folk singer Judy Collins, poet Tarriona, string ensemble Invoke Quartet, and the multicultural Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir.
San Leandro AAPI Fest
San Leandro and West Coast Makers are hosting an AAPI festival on May 8th from 4-9PM in Butterfly Plaza. Then on May 9th, there is Salsa on the Bay, in Treasure Island from 2-8PM
San Leandro and West Coast Makers are hosting an AAPI festival on May 8th from 4-9PM in Butterfly Plaza. Then on May 9th, there is Salsa on the Bay, in Treasure Island from 2-8PM
San Lorenzo's Ruby Ibarra wants Filipino stories heard loud and clear
Ruby Ibarra is a Filipina musician who grew up in San Lorenzo, where she discovered representation through spoken word.
Ruby Ibarra is a Filipina musician who grew up in San Lorenzo, where she discovered representation through spoken word.
Filipino-American stories: Ruby Ibarra on representation and resistance
San Lorenzo-raised, Ruby Ibarra, a rapper, entrepreneur and mother reflects on culture, activism and community through music.
San Lorenzo-raised, Ruby Ibarra, a rapper, entrepreneur and mother reflects on culture, activism and community through music.
North Bay ballet shares Mexican folklore through dance
Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, but it actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862.
Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, but it actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862.
Cinco de Mayo with Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena
Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.
Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.
Angel Island: Oakland Ballet presents a story of strength through dance
Graham Lustig, artistic director of the Oakland Ballet, Angel Island choreographer, Phil Chan, and dancers, Ashley Thopiah and Phoenix Wilkins, give insight on Dancing Moons Festival. Production runs May 8-9, at San Francisco's Herbst Theatre.
Graham Lustig, artistic director of the Oakland Ballet, Angel Island choreographer, Phil Chan, and dancers, Ashley Thopiah and Phoenix Wilkins, give insight on Dancing Moons Festival. Production runs May 8-9, at San Francisco's Herbst Theatre.
Pleasant Hill celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month with return of night market
The city of Pleasant Hill kicked off Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with its second annual night market.
The city of Pleasant Hill kicked off Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with its second annual night market.
San Jose's Cinco de Mayo returns
Sunday, May 3 crowds will gather in downtown San José for the third annual Cinco de Mayo festival. From live entertainment to traditional folklórico dancers, the event keeps the spirit alive—even without its signature parade. Luis Ochoa, program director, gives insight.
Sunday, May 3 crowds will gather in downtown San José for the third annual Cinco de Mayo festival. From live entertainment to traditional folklórico dancers, the event keeps the spirit alive—even without its signature parade. Luis Ochoa, program director, gives insight.
Luchadores: Masks, Mat and Mission
Santa Rosa's Cooperage Brewing Company, is hosting CoopMania. The annual taco festival features food vendors, live music, and lucha libre. Event is Saturday, May 2 from 12PM - 10PM. All proceeds will support Hijas del Campo, the Brentwood nonprofit helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Participating, luchadores with San Jose's Pro Wrestling Revolution.
Santa Rosa's Cooperage Brewing Company, is hosting CoopMania. The annual taco festival features food vendors, live music, and lucha libre. Event is Saturday, May 2 from 12PM - 10PM. All proceeds will support Hijas del Campo, the Brentwood nonprofit helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Participating, luchadores with San Jose's Pro Wrestling Revolution.
Iconic Oakland artist behind beloved giraffe mural dies at age 67
The community is mourning the loss of a renowned artist known for his striking murals that became a part of many Bay Area residents' everyday lives. His desire to make a difference in the world was what inspired Dan Fontes to create art.
The community is mourning the loss of a renowned artist known for his striking murals that became a part of many Bay Area residents' everyday lives. His desire to make a difference in the world was what inspired Dan Fontes to create art.
From San Francisco to the world: La Doña’s 'Corrientes' arrives
San Francisco’s La Doña is back with "Corrientes," a bold, shape-shifting second album that refuses to sit still.
San Francisco’s La Doña is back with "Corrientes," a bold, shape-shifting second album that refuses to sit still.
Swami 3: San Francisco brother band turns childhood jams into citywide anthems
Swami 3 is a San Francisco-based brother trio who have been building their act for more than a decade.
Swami 3 is a San Francisco-based brother trio who have been building their act for more than a decade.
San Francisco International Film Festival opens with star power, local love
Olivia Wilde and Greta Lee premiere new films on opening night of the San Francisco International Film Festival at the Castro Theatre.
Olivia Wilde and Greta Lee premiere new films on opening night of the San Francisco International Film Festival at the Castro Theatre.
San Francisco's La Doña: culture, community, and music
For La Doña, music is more than performance, it’s a space for healing, connection, and collective action. Corrientes out everywhere April, 29.
For La Doña, music is more than performance, it’s a space for healing, connection, and collective action. Corrientes out everywhere April, 29.
Bay Area Dance Week gets everyone moving
Bay Area Dance Week, is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance. The festival kicks-off with One Dance at 12 pm on Friday, April 24 at Jesse Square. Runs through May 3. Dudley Flores, Aimee Rose, and Jess Bozzo, give insight.
Bay Area Dance Week, is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance. The festival kicks-off with One Dance at 12 pm on Friday, April 24 at Jesse Square. Runs through May 3. Dudley Flores, Aimee Rose, and Jess Bozzo, give insight.
Iconic San Francisco Embarcadero fountain set for removal
The city is preparing to dismantle the Vaillancourt Fountain, a controversial and iconic structure along the Embarcadero that has stood for more than five decades.
The city is preparing to dismantle the Vaillancourt Fountain, a controversial and iconic structure along the Embarcadero that has stood for more than five decades.
Ayo Brame: from Oakland to the world stage
He’s only been playing sax since 2022, but Oakland native Ayo Brame is already touring internationally and earning major recognition. Ayo will be celebrating his19th Birthday at Yoshi's Oakland Fri–Sat, Apr 24–25.
He’s only been playing sax since 2022, but Oakland native Ayo Brame is already touring internationally and earning major recognition. Ayo will be celebrating his19th Birthday at Yoshi's Oakland Fri–Sat, Apr 24–25.
Inside Temescal’s one-night culinary takeover
Trade your ticket for a tasting passport and hit the streets. “Taste of Temescal” transforms the neighborhood into an immersive food tour, with curated stops, DJ sets, and a high-energy after party on Wednesday, April 29th. Pitmaster James Woodward and Candi Martinez, director of events, for Temescal District, give insight.
Trade your ticket for a tasting passport and hit the streets. “Taste of Temescal” transforms the neighborhood into an immersive food tour, with curated stops, DJ sets, and a high-energy after party on Wednesday, April 29th. Pitmaster James Woodward and Candi Martinez, director of events, for Temescal District, give insight.