January 2026: East Bay Events

January 2026 – East Bay Events

Oakland First Friday
January 2
Oakland First Fridays is an immersive art and community experience on the first Friday of each month from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Telegraph Avenue from West Grand to 27th Street. Oakland’s KONO district springs to life with for this event, with galleries, artist collectives, street artists, local culinary artisans, performers, musicians, dancers, DJ’s, and poets gathering for Oakland First Friday events. For info, click here.

Oakland Vintage Market
January 3
Oakland Vintage Market is hosted the first Saturday of every month. Our market features 45+ Vintage Vendors who bring a curated selection of vintage furniture, art, clothing & jewelry, vinyl and all sorts of home decor. Free admission. Ample street parking. Kid and pet friendly. All vendors accept cash and Venmo. Click here for info.

The Wardrobe Project Flea
Rockridge Bart Parking Lot
A monthly vintage & makers market hosted by Oakland vintage shop The Wardrobe Project (located 1.5 blocks down College Ave). Explore an incredible array of vintage clothing, accessories, furniture, home decor, jewelry, records and more as well as creations & handmade goods from local makers. For details, click here.

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical
January 21 & 22 at 7:30 PM
An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA–THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. For tickets, click here.

The New Edition Way Tour
January 28 at 8 PM
Oakland Arena
The New Edition Way Tour brings together three of music’s most enduring and influential acts: New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. This landmark event celebrates music, legacy, and connection, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience these legendary artists performing together on a dynamic 360° stage in an up-close and immersive concert experience. Ticket info here.

Chinatown Lunar New Year
January 31 – February 1
Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Lunar New Year, the Year of the Horse, with 2 days of celebrations in an in-person festival. The 34th Annual Lunar New Year Bazaar will take place January 31-Febraury 1, 2026, highlighting Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and other cultural traditions and art forms connected to the Lunar New Year holiday. Join us for two days full of entertainment, art, food, beverages, and an opportunity to support local businesses. For info, click here.