Visit Oakland

11/01/2026

Congratulations to the Golden State Valkyries on winning the 2026 WNBA Championship in just their second season!

You train in Oakland, show up for our community, and give The Town so much to cheer for. We’ve felt that love and we’re sending it right back. 💜

You’re showing the power of women’s sports and inspiring the next generation to dream bigger. Oakland is proud of you and so happy to celebrate with you! 🏆

📸: Golden State Valkyries

10/29/2026

10/27/2026

Halloween never ends in The Town! 🎃🍸

Step inside The Avenue Bar, the Bay Area’s only year-round Halloween bar, right in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood. With classic records, spooky décor, and great cocktails, this neighborhood haunt keeps the Halloween spirit alive 365 days a year. 💀🖤

Plan a visit this Halloween—or whenever you’re craving a little spooky fun!

📍 The Avenue | 4822 Telegraph Ave., Oakland
🕒 Open daily, 3 PM–1 AM

📸: Visit Oakland

10/26/2026

Founded in Oakland in 1966, the Black Panther Party sparked a movement that changed history.

Explore its enduring legacy in a special piece written by Fredrika Newton, activist, former Black Panther Party member, and widow of cofounder Huey P. Newton.

As we mark the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Black Panther Party, for me it is both deeply personal and profoundly historic. In 1966, my late husband, Dr. Huey P. Newton, cofounded the Party with Bobby Seale in Oakland. Responding to the reality of police brutality, poverty, and systemic

10/21/2026

What makes Oakland so special? Who better to ask than the chefs and culinary leaders who help define The Town!

With Oakland named one of the Top 10 Best Large Cities in the U.S. by Condé Nast readers, we turned to the people behind our incredible food scene to hear what this recognition means to them.

From Oakland natives to those who chose The Town to build their culinary dreams, one thing is clear: Oakland pride runs deep!

🎥: Ramier Jones 🎥 Director for Visit Oakland

10/20/2026

Congratulations Oakland! The Town has been named the #1 Greenest City in the U.S. by WalletHub, leading six California cities in the top 10.

With more than 130 parks, 19 miles of coastline, and beautiful Lake Merritt at our heart, there’s plenty to explore—and celebrate. 💚

Come experience Oakland’s greener side. Read the full story in Travel + Leisure at the link in our bio.

📸: The beloved Vincent James, Ryan Ortiz 🌲, Justin, , Dori Sera Bailey, Nhi Truong, Mary Clare Blake-Booth

10/19/2026

Who says team building has to be boring? 🙌🏓

Our host Martinique Lewis .Black Travel Show host / Tech Founder is back, exploring some of the unique team-building experiences Oakland has to offer!

From hands-on cooking workshops at Preserved to friendly pickleball competition at Pickle Athletics, The Town has plenty of ways to bring your team together beyond the meeting room.

✨ And that's just the beginning!

📹: Martinique Lewis .Black Travel Show host / Tech Founder and Ramier Jones 🎥 Director for Visit Oakland