Discover Jack London

Oakland's only waterfront district is home to over 100 businesses, dozens of breathtaking murals, as well as world-class beer, food, and live music.

Get to know our historical neighborhood with these explorative guides and features. Learn about the people and businesses that make Jack London what it is today!

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Jolly Jack London! Holiday Bar Crawl

Peruse the participating businesses, discounts, and map for the Jolly Jack London holiday bar crawl on Thursday, December 11th

The Spirit of Dia de los Muertos at Nido's Backyard

Each year, Nido's honors life, love, and memory through a vibrant Dia de los Muertos celebration, which brings the Oakland community together with food, music, and tradition.

Coffee Hour in Jack London

Get the inside scoop on our district's coffee shops & roasters!

First Saturdays in Jack London

Explore all the awesome things going on in Jack London on the First Saturday of each month!

Jack London Condo Crawl

Tour available condos while enjoying specials on food and drinks from local Jack London businesses on Thursday, September 25th

From Asphalt to Art: How JLID & Oakland Roots Brought the Community Together to Paint the Town Mosaic

Here's what's possible when a BID and a soccer team join forces to bring the community together.

Painting the Town Mosaic: JLID & Oakland Roots Bring Public Art to Jack London

Jack London's about to get a mosaic makeover!

Taste of Jack London 2025

Explore the food offerings, live music, participating breweries, vendors, and more at the first ever Taste of Jack London Food & Beer Fest!

Fresh, Local, and Back in Jack London: Mandela Produce CSA Boxes Land in Xingones Cantina!

Fresh produce + delicious tacos? Yes, please! See how Mandela CSA boxes are making Wednesdays in Jack London even better.

Meet the Chef Behind Souley Vegan: Tamearra Dyson’s Plant-Based Powerhouse

Read our interview with Chef Tamearra Dyson, the owner of Souley Vegan. After a brief hiatus from the district, Chef Tamearra is back with Souley Vegan 2.0, opening July 2025!

Get to Know Chef Kasem of Farmhouse Kitchen Thai

In honor of AAPI Heritage month, we are thrilled to be featuring restauranteur, chef, and Chopped Champion, Chef Kasem!

Jack London's Greatest Hits Crawl

Explore the participating businesses, specials, and featured "greatest hits" as you crawl your way through Jack London on May 17!

BARTable: A Day Guide to Jack London

Take BART into Jack London and spend the day exploring our district!

Meet Dorcia White of Everett & Jones BBQ

Get to know Dorcia White, 3rd generation business owner of Everett and Jones BBQ in Oakland. Here's our interview with her in honor of Black History Month.

A Conversation with John Eric Henry

In honor of Black History Month, get to know JLID Board Member, community organizer, and entrepreneur, John Eric Henry, as we discuss his company and his work in the community.

Date Night in Jack London

Here's what to do for date night in Oakland’s vibrant Waterfront Warehouse district.

Jack London Brewing District

Our neighborhood is home to the highest concentration of craft breweries in the Bay Area.

Historic Jack London

One of the roles of the Jack London Improvement District is to raise awareness of the historical importance of the Waterfront Warehouse District and its distinct role in the history of Oakland