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First Saturdays in Jack London

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Experience the best of Jack London every First Saturday of the month!

Join us for the first "First Saturday" in Jack London! This monthly showcase will highlight the incredible businesses that make our district special. Enjoy live music, exclusive discounts, family-friendly activities, independent markets, and more—all within walking distance in our waterfront neighborhood.

Start with brunch at Angel Cakes or Shapeshifters, then swing by the Oakland Vintage Market and catch open studios at Union Machine Works. Everett & Jones will have live blues and BBQ specials, and spots like Seawolf, Hesher’s, and Sláinte are offering food and drink deals all day. Play a game of bowling or bocce ball at Plank and then end your day with a slice of pizza and a beer at The Pizza Pantry. Whether you're into art, music, food, or just hanging out—Jack London's got you covered.

Each month brings something new, so check back here regularly for the latest updates and a full list of what’s happening. Come explore, support local, and enjoy the eclectic setting of Jack London!

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Explore what's happening on Saturday, June 7th:

1
Oakland Vintage Market
222 Jefferson Street, Parking Lot
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: enjoy 50+ independent vintage vendors at this monthly market! Happening every First Saturday of the month and drawing visitors from far and wide, this event inspired our "First Saturday" campaign.

Come say hi to us at the JLID booth! We will be tabling here.

Hours: 10am-3pm

Dog Friendly | Family Friendly


2
Angel Cakes Brunch Cupcakes
745 5th Street
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: visit Angel Cakes for Saturday "brunch." They will be serving savory-leaning cupcakes, as well as biscuits and other treats (in addition to our usual sweet cupcake fare).

Hours: 10-3pm

Dog FriendlyFamily Friendly | Serves Food


3
Artist Space Open House!
534 2nd Street
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: come explore the Union Machine Works artist space. This historical building is home to several local arists of different mediums!

Hours: 12-4pm

Family Friendly | Dog Friendly 


4
Everett and Jones BBQ
126 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: Enjoy BBQ Brisket Nachos, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, plus discounts on beer and wine! ALSO jam out to some live blues music.

Hours11:30am-10:30pm

Serves Food | Family Friendly


5
Good Tattoo
201 3rd Street
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: get a palm sized traditional tattoo for $150! Save $50-100. Or stop by check out the shop and get some stickers and a special gift just for stopping in!

Hours: 12-7pm

Family Friendly


6
Happy Hour All Day Long at Tiger's Taproom
308 Jackson Street, #4
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: Happy Hour prices all day long if you mention "First Saturdays!"

Hours: 3-10pm

Dog Friendly | 21+ only


7
Hesher's Pizza and Taproom Deals
206 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: $25 beer pitcher PLUS 10% off food and drink if you mention "First Saturdays in Jack London!"

Hours: 12-10pm

Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly


8
ZAPP with Shirley Murdock
510 Embarcadero West
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: grab tickets to a live performance from iconic funk band, ZAPP. Shows are at 7:30pm and 9:30pm with a special pre-show experience at 5pm; grab tickets here.

Restaurant Hours: 5:30pm-9pm

Serves Food | Family Friendly


9
Oakland United's Pints with Purpose Day
262 2nd Street
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: Join us for a feel-good day of beer and community at the taproom for Pints with Purpose, where a portion of all beer sales will be donated to a local non-profit, to be announced!

Hours: 12-9pm

Family Friendly | Dog FriendlyServes Food


10
Plank: Fiesta Saturdays!
98 Broadway, Jack London Square
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: Join us for Fiesta Saturday, featuring delicious elote, tamales, street tacos, tortas, and homemade horchata (original and spiked). Enjoy beer specials, Latin music, and a double arcade bonus for a fun-filled day!

Hours: 11:30am-12am

Family Friendly | Serves Food


11
Seawolf Public House
402 Webster Street
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: enjoy $12 burger and $5 beer specials!

Hours: 11:30am-10pm

Serves Food | Family Friendly


12
Shapeshifters First Saturday Brunch
571 5th Street
Oakland, CA 94607

This First Saturday: Saturday brunch at Shapeshifters Café includes an ever-evolving, eclectic selection of offerings, all made to order with locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients like Veracruz Avocado Toast (with salsa mocha), Kimchi-laquiles, Beer-poached eggs and Croque Madames (with house-made Mornay sauce). Treat yourself to a cherry-almond scone or slice of chocolate-stout cake and finish things off with a lavender latte, cinnamon mocha, house-blended chai, pomegranate lemonade, Michelada or Mimosa made with fresh-squeezed oranges. Kick back inside our cheery, vintage-inspired dining area or soak in some rays on our sunny, plant-filled back deck.

Hours: 10am-2pm

Family FriendlyServes Food | Dog Friendly


13
Sláinte Pub & Grub
131 Broadway
Oakland 94607

This First Saturday: receive 10% off your bill at Sláinte Irish pub and restaurant!

Hours: 11am-12am

Serves Food | Family Friendly


14
Specials and Slices at Pizza Pantry!
222 Madison Street
Oakland 94607

This First Saturday: grab a slice of pizza or grab a whole pie of our meat or veggie daily specials! View specials here.

Hours: 4-8pm

Dog Friendly | Family FriendlyServes Food

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