October 2025: Oakland Events
Haunted History Tours at the Claremont
October 3 – 31, Fridays & Saturdays only
Claremont Club & Resort
Explore the Claremont’s most legendary halls on a spine-tingling tour led by our Loyalty Concierge and unofficial historian. Guests will access areas not typically open to the public, including the hotel’s most haunted room, and conclude with a libation in the historic Hilary Tenzing Room. Click here for info.
Oaktoberfest 2025
October 4 & 5
Dimond District in Oakland
Oaktoberfest returns in its full Bavarian glory with outdoor dining, drinking, and entertainment with free entry for the whole family. Don’t miss the live German music, traditional German food options, hundreds of vendors, 5 stages of live music, and the Bay Area’s best craft beers. For info, click here. Prost!
The World of Hans Zimmer: A New Dimension
October 7 at 7:30 PM
Oakland Arena
Hans Florian Zimmer is a German composer and producer who has created scores for more than 100 films. His work is known for blending classical orchestration with electronic elements. Zimmer has won two Academy Awards, for The Lion King and Dune, and has been nominated for three Emmys and a Tony. He’s also won four Satellite Awards, three Golden Globes, four Grammys, and three Saturn Awards. For tickets, click here.
Morrissey
October 11 at 8 PM
The Greek Theatre, UC Berkeley
Experience an unforgettable night with one of British pop’s most influential voices. Morrissey returns to the iconic Greek Theatre to deliver an evening filled with his unforgettable hits—from the Smiths era to his celebrated solo career. Join us beneath the stars for a true music legend. Ticket info here.
San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show
October 10-12
San Francisco Bay
Held annually between the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, The San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show Presented by United attracts fans from all over the globe. The waterfront event is headlined by The U.S. Navy Blue Angels and is the only air show in the United States with a commercial airliner, the United 777, to perform a fully choreographed act. Click here for info.
Disney on Ice presents Frozen & Encanto
October 16 – 19
Oakland Arena
Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto is a magical ice show at Oakland Arena featuring your favorite characters from Frozen and Encanto. Enjoy thrilling skating, music, and family fun for all ages! For tickets, click here!
City of Berkeley Harvest Festival
October 17
Cedar Rose Park
Enjoy a full day of free family fun at Cedar Rose Park with live music, kids’ activities, food contests, and more. The event features booths from City departments, a seed swap, and a wide variety of entertainment and hands-on experiences for all ages. For info, click here.
38th Annual Halloween Celebration & Costume Parade
October 25
Piedmont Avenue
Save the date for the 38th annual Piedmont Avenue Halloween Celebration! This free event is fun for the whole family and features tricking-or-treating for kids at participating businesses, haunted houses, live music, and pumpkin patches. The parade starts at 11am at Pet Food Express and heads to the cemetery. Follow the truck and bagpiper to join the costume parade then start trick or treating up the avenue and enjoy all the fun! For event map & info, click here.
Halloween Tricks & Treats
October 31 from 6 to 8 PM
Piedmont Recreation Department
Creep on over to Piedmont Rec this Halloween night—October 31st. Bring you little monsters, witches, and ghouls for a frightfully fun spooktacular trick or tasty treat. The pit stop is sure to be a ghostly good time! Click here for info.