BARTable This Weekend: Oct. 11-13

Blue Angels fly over San Francisco. Photo courtesy of fleetweeksf.org. 

Looking for exciting events in the Bay Area? You’re in luck! This weekend’s lineup is full of fun things to do. Head to San Francisco for Fleet Week and watch the Blue Angels entertain crowds with jaw-dropping maneuvers in the sky. While in the city, check out the Italian Heritage Festival and Parade, take a Bollywood dance lesson or enjoy an outdoor film. In the East Bay, see Lila Downs at the Paramount Theatre, cheer on the Oakland Roots or attend a fashion show. Whatever you decide to do, grab your Clipper card and get ready to be entertained near BART. Have a wonderful weekend around the Bay!

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A Taste of Style in Oakland

Oct. 12 | Lake Merritt

6-9 p.m. | 252 2nd St. 

This unique Oakland Style fashion event includes the ultimate cocktail and hors d'oeuvre reception and a four-course dinner with wine pairings. Chefs from eight of Oakland’s MICHELIN-recommended restaurants will each prepare a stylish dish inspired by famous artists. The fashion show features creative vintage looks from the OMCA Women's Board famed and beloved White Elephant Sale. Read how to purchase discounted tickets here. Head to Lake Merritt, with only 0.5 miles to the BLOC15 event venue.

If you’re looking for more Oakland-style events to enjoy, check out the Oakland Uptown Art+Style Walk on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 12–5 p.m. Before heading to the event above, stop by BART HQ to view a showcase of couture pieces displayed in the front windows for fashion week, featuring designs from BART's 'Project Doneway: A Farewell to Paper Tickets' Fashion Show. Exit at 19th St and find BART couture displayed in 0.3 miles at 2150 Webster St.

Oakland Roots SC v. Phoenix Rising FC
Oct. 12 | Hayward
7 p.m. | 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd.

This weekend, the Oakland Roots take on the Phoenix Rising. Plus, it’s Pixar Night! Fans will love the Pixar-themed elements, from art to music, culminating in a post-game drone show featuring characters and imagery from Pixar Animation Studios. And, to sweeten the deal, we have a special discounted ticket offer for our BARTable friends! Get $20 tickets (20% off) when ordering online here. Then, take BART to Hayward Station and hop on the AC Transit 60 bus to Pioneer Stadium to catch the match.

Lila Downs’ Dia De Los Muertos 

Oct. 12 | 19th St/Oakland

8 p.m. | 2025 Broadway 

To celebrate Mexico’s Day of the Dead and her latest release, “La Sánchez,” Lila Downs, the Grammy Award–winning vocalist, brings a special night of music to the Paramount Theatre. Her newest Sony Music album of the same name is influenced by the music of northern Mexico. It’s a tribute to recognizing the maternal influence and the vicissitudes of personal and social relationships. Take BART to the Paramount Theatre to catch the show, only 0.1 miles from 19th St/Oakland. 

Litquake: San Francisco’s Literary Festival

Through Oct. 16 | Montgomery St

Times Vary | 268 Bush St.

Litquake, the Bay Area's beloved literary festival, returns from October 10-16, bringing a diverse array of events that cater to literature lovers. The festival offers an exciting lineup of readings, panel discussions, film screenings and themed events held at various venues throughout the Bay Area. The festival draws renowned authors from around the world, providing a week-long celebration of literary arts for all audiences. Whether you're a casual reader or a dedicated book enthusiast, this year's festival promises to offer something inspiring and engaging for everyone. Attend 0.1 mile from Montgomery St. 

"Choir Boy"

Through Oct. 20 | Ashby
Times Vary | 1901 Ashby Ave.

The soul-stirring musical, “Choir Boy,” arrives in Berkeley this weekend. This is not a coming-out story. It's a story about the power of self-love. Pharus attends the Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys and is the lead singer for their renowned choir. He is not only open about his queer identity, he also questions long-held traditions. With contemporary arrangements of traditional African American spirituals and dance, Choir Boy is a brilliant, moving, and uplifting play from Academy Award-winning playwright, Tarell Alvin McCraney. Take BART to the Ashby Stage to catch the show 0.1 miles from Ashby. 

California Jewish Open

Through Oct. 20 | Montgomery St

11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 736 Mission St.

The first major open-call exhibition invites Jewish-identifying artists in California to submit pieces in response to a central question: how are artists looking to the many aspects of Jewish culture, identity and community to foster, reimagine, hold or discover connection? The result? An exhibition of forty-seven artists reflecting on their connection to Judaism, the world and their own history. Expect paintings, sculptures, interactive video games, video works, photographs and more. Witness the exhibition 0.3 miles from Montgomery 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!

Outdoor Film Fest at Proxy. Photo courtesy of SF Funcheap. 

Bollywood Dance at Salesforce
Oct. 11 | Embarcadero
5:30-6:30 p.m. | 425 Mission St.

Start the weekend on the right foot with fun, choreographed dance moves in the Main Plaza at Salesforce Park. Rang De Bollywood is teaching an all-level Bollywood dance to eclectic music from India. Get a workout, listen to lively music and learn a few new steps. Enjoy this colorful Indian dance experience in a unique setting 0.3 miles from Embarcadero.

Outdoor Film Fest at Proxy
Oct. 11 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
7:45 p.m. | 432 Octavia St.

Head to the PROXY Walk-In Theater this fall to enjoy their fall film fest. This weekend, enjoy the Italian art and archeology adventure comedy, “La Chimera.” Arrive early to claim a good spot and enjoy a Fort Point Beer or non-alcoholic tonics from the in-house juice shop. See the free screening just 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.

World of Dumplings
Oct. 12 | Embarcadero
11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 101 Spear St. 

San Francisco’s newest food festival, World of Dumplings, is the perfect weekend destination for dumpling lovers. Plus, there’s an eating contest, cooking demonstrations, and over 14 restaurant vendors. But this fun event is more than just a food festival. Expect live performances, family activities, a beer garden, raffle prizes, and more just 0.2 miles from Embarcadero.

Italian Heritage Festival & Parade
Oct. 13 | Montgomery St
12:30 p.m.-3 p.m. | Multiple locations

San Francisco’s Italian-American Community celebrates its annual Italian Heritage Festival and Parade with Italian and Italian-American dignitaries, live music, performances, creative floats, and representatives of Italian and Italian-American organizations and businesses. The parade marches from Fisherman’s Wharf to Washington Square in North Beach. It’s the longest continuously running Italian Heritage Parade in the United States and celebrates the accomplishments and culture of all Italian-Americans. Join the celebration 0.9 miles from Montgomery St. 

San Francisco Fleet Week
Through Oct. 14 | Various
Times Vary | Multiple Locations

Fleet Week is one of the most popular events in San Francisco. The annual celebration honors the brave men and women who serve in our Nation’s sea services. Expect local musicians, military bands, pop-up vendors, family-friendly activities and more. However, the main event is the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. BART will be running longer trains over the weekend on Saturday, Oct. 12, and Sunday, Oct. 13 to accommodate the crowds.

Here's how to reach the various air show viewing areas with BART + Muni:
• Pier 39: Take BART to Embarcadero and use Exit A1 to transfer to the Muni F Market streetcar or bus.
• Fort Mason, Marina Green, and Crissy Field: Take BART to Montgomery St and use Exit A1. Walk to Kearny St and board the Muni 30 Stockton bus.
• Fort Mason (option 2): Take BART to 16th St Mission and use Exit B to board the Muni 49 Van Ness bus.

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A crowded stadium of Warriors fans. Photo courtesy of Chase Center.

Pre-Season Golden State Warriors Games at Chase Center
Oct. 11 and Oct. 13 | Powell St
Times Vary | 1 Warriors Way

Basketball is back! The Golden State Warriors have two pre-season home games this weekend. On Friday, they face the Sacramento Kings. On Sunday, they take the court against the Detroit Pistons. Take BART to Powell St or 16th St Mission and walk or hop on Muni to the Chase Center. For more travel details, visit Take BART to the Game.

Nicky Nodjoumi and Nahid Hagigat

Oct. 12-13 | Montgomery St

11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 701 Mission St. 

Presented by Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, “Nicky Nodjoumi: The Personal is Political” and “Nahid Hagigat: Etched in Time” are solo exhibits with a shared history. Nodjoumi’s paintings are surreal and a kaleidoscopic of political power. Hagigat’s evocative and intimate etchings are about women and the ongoing struggle for freedom. Together, they tell the story of a family of artists whose lives are linked to political revolution. Note: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts galleries are free every second Sunday. Visit this powerful exhibit 0.2 miles from Montgomery St. 

“Wicked” at the Orpheum Theatre
Through Oct. 13 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times Vary | 1192 Market St.

It’s the last weekend to see “Wicked” in the Bay Area! The Broadway sensation is the untold true story of the witches of Oz. From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, "Wicked" transfixes you with its wildly inventive story. Witness the Broadway hit just feet from Civic Center/UN Plaza.

Paula West at the SFJAZZ Center

Oct. 13 | Civic Center/UN Plaza

7 p.m. | 201 Franklin St. 

According to JazzTimes, Paula West is “the finest jazz-cabaret singer around.” A regular Manhattan fixture, West also sang the lead role in the reprise of the Pulitzer Prize-winning “Blood On the Fields” orotorio by Wynton Marsalis in 2013. This weekend, she explores American political music by Simon and Garfunkel, Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie. Head to SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium to catch the show 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza. 

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