Oakland Central

You’ve landed in the heart of our city – the energy, excitement and beauty of the area that connects Uptown, Downtown and Jack London Square.

It’s also known as Oakland’s Broadway corridor. We call it “Oakland Central”! The Oakland Central project and this web platform are sponsored by two of Oakland’s largest Community Benefit Districts (CBDs) –Uptown/Lake Merritt and Downtown Oakland. While our districts provide important services to our stakeholders there is a bigger story here, one that’s already being told by extraordinary artists,

07/02/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas in Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Wednesday, 7/3, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Franklin Square (2204 Broadway)

Photos from Oakland Central's post 07/02/2024

Discover where to run errands and take care of your home essentials in Downtown Oakland every Tuesday. Turn on our post notifications so you don’t miss your weekly recommendations. 🤗

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06/28/2024

had Oakland LIT for Juneteenth!

Check out this cool recap of the celebration!

If you missed the party, no worries!

There’s plenty more good vibes and camaraderie where that came from!

Just make sure you follow , , , and for updates on upcoming events! 🙌

Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/25/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas in Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Tuesday, 6/25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - .arthurgiuseppe at 21 Web

Wednesday, 6/26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - .dan at Franklin Square

Thursday, 6/27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

06/21/2024

Join for Oakland’s 4th Annual Black Pride Festival: A Celebration of Unity, Diversity, and Empowerment!

Oakland Black Pride is thrilled to present the 4th Annual Black Pride Festival, a vibrant and inclusive celebration dedicated to honoring the rich tapestry of Black, LGBTQ+ culture and identity in Oakland.

This weekend is packed with fun and impactful events such as the Q***r Pub Crawl, today at 6pm, starting at ! Tonight is followed by more vibes such as the “Are We Good?” Healing Circle, the Q***r Expo the Black Pride Brunch and more!

For more event details and the schedule, give a follow!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/19/2024

This next upcoming , let’s switch up the workout routine with !

In partnership with the family they offer rock climbing right in the heart of Downtown Oakland!

They also offer yoga and other fitness classes that you would love!

To book your next session and see more of their rock climbing experience, give a follow!
To find other businesses that are participating in , look for the decal!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/18/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas in Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Tuesday, 6/11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at 13th Street Commons

Thursday, 6/20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/14/2024

keeps the vibes going all week long with their daily events, like their upcoming comedy night with next !

All that laughing will work up an appetite, so take advantage of their deal- free arancini with the purchase of an entree and half off bottles of wine!

For more event details, swipe through this post and give a follow!

📍1544 Broadway, Floor 1, Oakland, CA 94612
To find other businesses that are participating in , look for the decal!

06/12/2024

Tap into your creativity with during their upcoming sewing class at in Downtown Oakland!

Want a chance to learn how to sew for FREE?

Enter the giveaway, which includes two tickets (for you and a your guest) to attend a beginner sewing class at ! Check out the deets below for details on how to enter!

🩷 Class: Stitch & Sip Social- a beginner sewing class where you will learn how to make a bucket hat with

☕️ 🪡 Class Comes With:

• 2 drink tickets for coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverage options!

• Custom bucket hat- you will learn how to sew this!

• All project supplies needed to sew a bucket hat will be included!

🗓️ June 28th, 6pm-10:30pm

📍Location: Kinfolx, 1951 Telegraph Ave Suite 4, Oakland, CA 94612

🏷️ Value: $140
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🧵 2 Tickets to Stitch & Sip Social ($140 value)
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💌 RULES TO ENTER 💌

1️⃣ LIKE and SAVE their original post, which can be found on the following pages: , , and

2️⃣ Follow , , and

3️⃣ Tag a friend you’d love to bring to this class on their original post!!
1 tag PER COMMENT = 1 entry (unlimited entries)

💖 Share their original post on your story and tag all of them for an additional entry!

Giveaway will end tomorrow, Thursday, June 13th, at 11:59pm.

will randomly select a winner and announce on her IG story, caption, and comments. 🎊
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This class is hosted by Community Fits, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that’s dedicated to positively impacting the lives of marginalized youth in the Bay Area, which was founded by . They offer FREE youth sewing classes and other skill-building opportunities in the realm of fashion and textile arts.

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Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/11/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas in Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Tuesday, 6/11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Classical Guitarist, Lyle Sheffler at 21 Web Plaza (2150 Webster)

Wednesday, 6/12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at Franklin Square (2204 Broadway)

Thursday, 6/13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - TBD Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

06/10/2024

Downtown Oakland has some of the perfect places to wind down after work, like at ’s hidden patio tucked away upstairs!

This upcoming , enjoy their Happy Hour deals - Draft Cocktails $7 from 5pm-7pm!

Then circle back this weekend for even more vibes!

Want to host an event on their patio?
Give a follow for more details and visit the link in their bio to reserve the patio and patio bar for any special occasion!
To find other businesses that are participating in , look for the decal!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/07/2024

Don’t miss out on ’s next deal- Happy Hour from 3:00pm-5:30pm!

Whether you’re looking for something sweet or a more savory flavor, has something to fulfill both cravings!

Try their Japanese curry pie with a tea or even one of their beers!

Want to add a party to your order? Come back every second Saturday for Stereosonic Saturday with !

Their next party is tomorrow,
6/8. Swipe left for more details!
📍412 22nd St, Oakland, CA 94612
To find other businesses that are participating in , look for the decal!

06/05/2024

is coming to Downtown Oakland in partnership with !

Join them for their elevated Happy Hour Mixers, filled with local vendors, art, drinks, great vibes, and amazing people!

👀 There is no cover charge for these events and vibes are always live!

Come out and have a good time at for First Friday starting at 5pm and again in July! ✨

6/7 Moxy Oakland
7/5 Moxy Oakland

Photos from Oakland Central's post 06/04/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists and fun activities while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas in Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Wednesday, 6/5, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Andrea Landin at Franklin Square (2204 Broadway)

Thursday, 6/6, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

06/03/2024

Oakland First Fridays week is amongst us, so it’s time to plans! 🤗

First Friday definitely needs to be added to the itinerary! It’s a fun way to discover Oakland’s cutting-edge art scene.

Here are some great Uptown Oakland 25th Street art galleries, restaurants, and bars you hang out at this Friday:

🖼️ First
After Hours Art Gallery Hopping on

🍽️ Second
Dinner outdoors trying out the hottest pop-ups at .oak

🎺 Third
Check out the vibes next door on Telegraph

🍸 End the Night
With cocktails at recognized

Be sure to give , , , and all the venues a follow to stay up to date all on the First Fridays vibes this week!
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Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/31/2024

is the perfect to stop by to show appreciation to yourself or the work office for a mid-week pick-me-up!

Order coffee, a mug set, and some yummy lunch, like their turkey pesto panini,
for the team this upcoming , using their Spring sale discounts!

To see more of their menu and stay in the loop for what deals they have, be sure to follow !

📍33 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
To find other businesses that are participating in , look for the decal!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/30/2024

Get the healing and guidance you desire to become the best version of you with - a social justice-based psychotherapy office in Downtown Oakland!

approaches your pursuit of mental wellness, with a deep acknowledgment of your cultural identity and how your environment may affect you as a result of that identity.

Their team of highly skilled psychologists who work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing social justice-oriented psychotherapeutic support, help address multiple concerns during their sessions including:

-Multicultural and Social Justice
-Anxieties and Stress Reduction
-Development, Life Transitions and Career Planning
-Mood and understanding your emotions
-Achieving Mental Wellness
-Sexuality
-Managing Interpersonal Relationships

and more!

Be sure to give a follow and visit their site to book your next consultation!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/29/2024

Let’s make a difference through art with .lab- the first sneaker lab in the Bay Area!

Join .lab in building their nonprofit community workshop and event space celebrating creativity, sustainability, and youth development!

Their fun classes for teens and adults help people upcycle, clean, repair, and customize their sneakers.

Let's bring more fun activities to The Town by helping .lab fundraise $15k for this initiative. All proceeds go towards launching this unifying community workshop.

For more details on this project and to donate, visit .lab!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/28/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists and fun activities while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Wednesday, 5/29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at Franklin Square (2204 Broadway)

Thursday, 5/30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - and at Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

05/24/2024

are always a blast!

Check out this cool recap of the mid-week fun with and !

Don’t miss out on the good vibes as the weather heats up! Give a follow for more mid-week activities and for their upcoming outdoors workouts!
To find other businesses that are participating in the deals and activities, look for the decal!

05/23/2024

📢 PSA ALL PARTY PEOPLE WHO DANCE-DANCE

and are throwing the ultimate dance party you don’t want to miss at , this Friday!

Be prepared for a variety of flavors to move to spanning Hip-Hop, House, Bass, Bounce, Twerk, and some of the most unique edits!

It’s an all-night turn up 🙌 🚀

SWEAT HAUS PARTY featuring:
Guest - MOUSETWAT
Residents -

Be sure to give and a follow for more details and tickets! Also give a follow to stay up to date on the some of the hottest Downtown Oakland parties!

📍
1517 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612
🗓️ Friday, May 24th, 9pm

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/22/2024

It’s that time of year—time for Once Upon a Time at !

Springtime in Oakland brings with it brilliant costumes, joyous laughter, and transformative investment in Oakland and Bay Area families through the annual Children’s Fairyland Gala fundraiser! Almost 300 guests will celebrate beneath the stars at this magical event curated for philanthropic grown-ups.

Today, Once Upon a Time at Fairyland returns to the shores of Lake Merritt, bringing with it a rare and coveted opportunity for adults to experience the park without littles.

Add to that a gorgeous evening of food, wine, costumes, and magic, and you’ve got an evening that cannot be missed. Through partnerships with numerous local businesses and sponsorships from community-focused individuals and corporations alike, their goal is to raise a record amount of funds to support diverse representation, broad access, and meaningful community for all families while investing in local vendors, diverse musicians, and East Bay joy.

For more details, give a follow and visit their site!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/21/2024

Enjoy live performances from local artists and fun activities while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas Downtown Oakland!

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance and activity line up for the week:

Wednesday, 5/22, 11:30am - 12:30pm - ’s grand finale performance with African drumming at Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

Wednesday, 5/22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at Franklin Square (2204 Broadway)

Wednesday, 5/22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Free exercise pop-up with OrangeTheory at the Amphitheater in Frank Ogawa Plaza (in front of City Hall)

Thursday, 5/23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm - at Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

05/16/2024

Don’t miss out on the fun this weekend on ’s outside patio and rooftop deck!

Join Mad Oak for “Lovely Day” day party and Jason Caredio’s birthday celebration 🥳

Mad Oak is a neighborhood bar, offering 40 beers on draft and a wide range of spirits and cocktails. Their kitchen is open late offering delicious food for any mood.

Their awesome team of bartenders and support staff take pride in offering you a great experience. Whether you are in the mood for a craft cocktail made with fresh ingredients or just a shot and a beer, they have you covered!

They have an outside patio and a rooftop deck. For a closer look, plan a visit or take a virtual tour.

Give them a follow to see more details for their upcoming events and menu deals!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/16/2024

We’re kicking the legs into gear today for with !

If you missed the morning pedal pools, no worries! You can still participate in biking throughout the rest of the day and join a fun cool down during happy hour in Old Oakland, 4pm-8pm!

For more details on where the happy hour vibes will be and other fun activities, check out ’s last few posts!

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/15/2024

Support local artists and nearby restaurants while eating lunch in the various outdoor plazas downtown.

Here’s the AMP Oakland Lunch & Listen series performance line up for the week. Performance times 12 pm-1 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:

5/15- at Franklin Square (2204 Broadway)

5/16- at Latham Square (Broadway and Telegraph at 15th Street)

Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/14/2024

Discover where to run errands and take care of your home essentials in Downtown Oakland every Tuesday. Turn on our post notifications so you don’t miss your weekly recommendations. 🤗

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📍320 23rd St, Oakland, CA 94612
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Car Care Automotive stands out as the preferred destination for car owners looking for high-end service and the best value for their money for all their automotive repair and maintenance needs.

Their expert Oakland mechanics specialize in quality repairs and maintenance for any make and model of foreign and domestic vehicles. They’re committed to providing honest and reliable vehicle repairs with exceptional customer service at reasonable prices. From simple oil changes, fluid changes, tires, to under-chassis repairs, engine repairs, electrical repairs, smog check, and auto glass replacement services, their team of seasoned automotive experts is the top choice for many car owners throughout Oakland, California.

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Photos from Oakland Central's post 05/13/2024

You definitely want to stop by , this upcoming !

Their new spring menu is top tier! Try one of their new entrees and wash it down with a their new Communal Nectar Beer, created by Bay Area artist, .fng!

To see more of this new menu and their upcoming events, give a follow!

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