BARTable This Weekend: Aug. 14-16
Enjoy food and entertainment at the Fairyland for Grown-ups event in Oakland. Photo courtesy of Children’s Fairyland.
Every week, BARTable finds the most fun and unique events accessible by public transportation. From film screenings to live music, there is plenty to do in the Bay Area this weekend. Check out the Glen Park and Chinatown Night Markets, the Oakland Pride Parade and Festival, the Japanese music duo Yoasobi and much more.
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Celebrate pride and community at the Oakland Pride Parade and Festival on Sunday. Photo courtesy of the Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
Downtown San Leandro Summer Block Party
Aug. 14 | San Leandro
4-9 p.m. | 1446 Washington Ave.
Celebrate summer at Butterfly Plaza in downtown San Leandro. With live music, food trucks, local vendors and entertainment, this is sure to be a festive occasion. Spend the evening at this family-friendly event located about 0.6 miles from San Leandro Station.
Fairyland for Grown-ups
Aug. 14 | 19th St. Oakland
6-10 p.m. | 699 Bellevue Ave.
Children’s Fairyland is opening its Fairy Gates after dark for “Fairyland for Grown-ups,” its annual 21+ benefit hosted with Oaklandish, featuring headlining musical guests, well-known Bay Area DJs, food trucks, cocktails, Jolly Trolly rides, open-air dance floor and festive energy all around. The entertainment lineup includes DJ SHELLHEART, DJ Red Corvette, Michael Sneed and Ovrkast. Tickets are on sale now. Take BART to 19th St. Oakland, which is about six blocks from the event.
Paramount Theatre Tour
Aug. 15 | 19th St. Oakland
10 a.m. | 2025 Broadway
Join a public tour of the Paramount Theatre in Oakland. This Art Deco concert hall was built in 1931 and has been designated as a U.S. National Historical Landmark. Take a 90-minute tour to see the theater in all its splendor and learn more about the history of this cultural gem. Tours begin at 10 a.m. at the Box Office entrance on 21st St. near Broadway. The Paramount Theatre is just feet from 19th St. Oakland.
Oakland Roots SC vs. Monterey Bay FC
Aug. 15 | Coliseum
7 p.m. | 700 Coliseum Way
If you’re missing soccer after the World Cup, head to the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on Saturday to watch the Oakland Roots SC take on Monterey Bay FC. The Roots have seen large turnouts at home games this year, as Bay Area soccer fans continue to support the team. Show your Oakland pride and catch the action in person, just 0.1 miles from the Coliseum Station.
Aug. 16 | 12th St. Oakland City Center
10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Through Sept. 13 | Embarcadero
11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Pier 15, The Embarcadero at Green St.
You needn’t pay a dime – or even a pretty penny! – to enjoy the breadth of the Bay Area’s offerings. Below you’ll find a roundup of free local events, including festivals, markets, museum admission-free days and more!
Experience the best of San Francisco’s Chinatown, including food, shopping and entertainment, at the Chinatown Night Market. Photo by Jason Wang, courtesy of BeChinatown.
Thrive at Five
Aug. 14 | Powell St.
5 p.m. | 1725 3rd St.
Head to Thrive City at Chase Center on Friday at 5 p.m. for live entertainment and a chance to unwind with friends at the end of the workweek. This Friday is Jersey Night, so wear your favorite team’s jersey to show your support. Entertainment will include Anthony Midas, Devere and DJ Umami. Get food and drinks at Thrive City’s Entertainment Zone while enjoying the music. Take BART to Powell St. and transfer to the Muni T Third Line to the UCSF/Chase Center (16th St.) platform.
Chinatown Night Market
Aug. 14 | Montgomery St.
5-9 p.m. | Grant Ave. from California to Pacific
The Chinatown Night Market brings food vendors, shopping and live entertainment to San Francisco’s vibrant Chinatown neighborhood. The event takes over Grant Ave. Friday evening with five blocks of festivities, including cultural performances, lion dancing, outdoor dining and more. Eat, shop and explore the best of Chinatown. The Night Market is 0.5 miles from Montgomery St.
Once Upon a Street: Books & Botanicals
Aug. 15 | Walnut Creek Station
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 1275 Broadway Plaza
This back-to-school event in Walnut Creek is a celebration of creativity with books and blooms. Check out the kids’ activities, live performances by School of Rock, flower-pressed bookmark crafts, pet adoptions and more. Celebrate creativity, learning and the start of a new school year. Walnut Creek Station is about a mile away.
Glen Park Night Market
Aug. 15 | Glen Park
3-8 p.m. | Kern between Diamond and Brompton
The Glen Park Night Market in San Francisco returns on Aug. 15th for another festive evening. Enjoy local artists, live music, food and drinks in the charming Glen Park neighborhood. Support local businesses as you wander the market. The event takes place on Kern St. from Diamond to Brompton. It’s within a couple of blocks of Glen Park Station.
“San Francisco Rising”: Q&A with the Director
Aug. 16 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
3-5:30 p.m. | 100 Larkin St.
The San Francisco Public Library is hosting a film screening of “San Francisco Rising” and a Q&A with the director Adam Leao. This film explores a year in the life of San Francisco in 2024. Told through the voices of everyday residents, the film has a message of hope, community and resilience after a time of turmoil. This event will be held at the Koret Auditorium at the Main Library. Civic Center/UN Plaza is just a few hundred feet away.
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Bring your appetite to the Pizza, Bagel and Beer Festival in North Beach. Photo by Courtney Muro, courtesy of The Bold Italic.
Yoasobi: Never Ending Stories Tour
Aug. 14 | Coliseum
8 p.m. | 7000 Coliseum Way
The acclaimed Japanese duo Yoasobi brings their popular music to Oakland Arena on Friday. Songwriter and producer Ayase and vocalist Ikura are known for their “novel into music” concept, turning stories and books into songs. Many popular Japanese anime series feature theme songs by Yoasobi. If you’re a fan of J-pop or anime, you’re likely familiar with their music. To see them live in the Bay Area, head to Oakland Arena, about 0.3 miles from Coliseum BART via the pedestrian overpass bridge.
Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival
Aug. 14-16 | 24th St. Mission
7:30 p.m. | 3316 24th St.
This annual dance festival consists of performances and workshops that feature the important contributions that Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) artists make to the dance community. Featuring local Bay Area talent, along with artists from the East Coast, South America and more, this is sure to be a treat for all dance lovers. Diverse sign languages will be included at the event. Take BART to Dance Mission Theater, which is across the street from 24th St. Mission.
Pizza, Bagel and Beer Festival
Aug. 15 | Montgomery St.
Noon | 1630 Stockton St.
San Francisco’s fourth annual Pizza, Bagel & Beer Festival will fill two blocks in the heart of North Beach on Stockton and Filbert. Featuring more than 36 pizzerias and pizza makers and a pizza-making competition, the festival celebrates food, culture and community. Take your pizza, bagel and beer to Washington Square for a picnic while enjoying live music. Montgomery St. is about 0.9 miles away.
Taste of Jack London 2026
Aug. 15 | 12th St./Oakland City Center
Time | 252 2nd St. (Jack London Square)
The Taste of Jack London Beer and Food Fest returns for another exciting event for foodies and beer fans. There will be food tastings from top local restaurants along with Oakland-made beer. Purchase a ticket to enjoy a day full of music, food and fun in Jack London Square. Take BART to 12th St. Oakland City Center, which is about 0.7 miles from the event.
“Little Shop of Horrors” 40th Anniversary Screening
Aug. 16 | Powell St.
7:30 p.m. | 445 Geary St.
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1986 cult-classic film “Little Shop of Horrors” at this screening hosted by the original Audrey, Ellen Greene. Greene originated the role in the stage musical and went on to star in the film adaptation. Exclusive meet-and-greet packages are available as well. This special night of film nostalgia will be held at the Curran Theatre, just 0.2 miles from Powell St.
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