First Saturdays in Jack London

This First Saturday: Original Pattern is throwing a beer festival celebrating the annual hop harvest! Taste dozens of fresh-hopped beers from over 30 breweries from California and beyond. Wet hopped (or "fresh hopped") beers can only be brewed once a year and this is your chance to taste hops in their most authentic form. Come through, listen to some live music, and munch on some local bites while you taste your way through this harvest's finest IPAs. Tickets come with unlimited tastes! 21+ only

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This First Saturday: We are partnering with Oakland Scenic Walking Tours to bring you a FREE historical tour of Jack London Square. Learn about the author Jack London, Oakland's beginnings, and the historical significance of our neighborhood.

The tour will begin at the Ferry Lawn in between Rosenblum Cellars and the Ferry Terminal. Registration is free but space is limited! We offer this tour each First Saturday of the month.

Hours: 11am-12:30pm

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This First Saturday: Jack London Square invites the community to enjoy its free Fall Waterfront Music Series taking place in the plaza near Scott's Seafood. The four-week series wil conclude with a performance from Rebel: The Bay. They will be performing alternative pop hits from the ‘80s, '90s and 2000s. See you there! 

Hours: 6-8pm

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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.

Hours: 10am-3pm

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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

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This First Saturday: come explore the Union Machine Works artist space. This historical building is home to several local artists of different mediums! Plus, Union Machine Works is also available for event rentals and studio rentals. Come view the space, enjoy DJs, shop vintage clothing, and more!

Hours: 11-5pm

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This First Saturday: enjoy $5 mimosas and $9 margaritas, only on First Saturdays from 11am-3pm!

Hours: 11am-9:45pm (Special offered 11am-3pm)

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This First Saturday: Treat yourself to a drink with 10% off. Choose from favorites like lattes, cappuccinos, flat whites, mochas, shaken espressos, foggy americanos, and more—with any flavor included. Customize your drink with your choice of oat, almond, soy, or macadamia milk.

Please mention the First Saturday special before ordering to ensure the discount is applied.

Hours: 8am-3pm

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This First Saturday: head down to Elbo Room for karaoke, games, and Happy Hour drink deals from 5pm-9pm. Afterwards, DJ goes on at 9pm!

Hours: 5pm-2am

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This First Saturday: Veteran saxophonist Euge Groove returns to Yoshi’s this fall for a special hometown show celebrating his triumphant return to the stage. After stepping away from performing due to serious health challenges, Euge is back with The Phoenix, his first new album in years and a powerful reflection of resilience, renewal, and his enduring love of music. Known for his smooth jazz hits and collaborations with artists including Tina Turner, Joe Cocker, and Tower of Power, Euge brings decades of soulful grooves to the Yoshi’s stage. Don’t miss this special night of music and celebration!

Restaurant Hours: 5:30pm-9pm 

Showtime: 7:30pm

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This First Saturday: Enjoy BBQ Brisket Nachos, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, plus discounts on beer and wine! ALSO jam out to some live blues music from 8pm-12am!

Business Hours: 11:30am-10:30pm 

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This First Saturday: get a complimentary upgrade to a wine carafe at Jack London's newest wine bar!

Hours: 2-10pm

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This First Saturday: get a free dessert when you purchase a meal and mention “First Saturday”

Hours: Lunch 12-3pm; Dinner 5-9pm

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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

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This First Saturday: $30 beer pitcher PLUS 10% off food and drink if you mention "First Saturdays in Jack London!"

Hours: 12-10pm

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This First Saturday: There's no need to carry your yoga mat around with you all day while you enjoy First Saturday: sign up for a class and receive a FREE mat rental when you mention "First Saturdays"!

Hours: Pilates 9-10AM; Hot Fire Flow 10:30-11:30AM

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This First Saturday: Enjoy the new First Saturday art walk! Tour 8 different artist spaces and galleries throughout our district as you explore our business district's First Saturday offerings

Featured businesses:

1. The Grand Gallery - 560 2nd St.
2. Studios 11 - 560 2nd St.
3. Jack Knife Studios - 301 Jefferson St (Open 1-3pm)
4. Jefferson Street Studios - 300 Jefferson St.
5. Union Machine Works - 521 3rd St. 
6. Parker Electric - 215 Washington St.
7. Rollup Gallery - 217 Harrison St.
8. Air Temple Art Space - 236 2nd St.

Hours: 11am-5pm

This First Saturday: Raise a glass and give back to our Oakland community! Join us for our next Pints with Purpose, benefiting West Oakland Punks with Lunch. All day long, we’ll be donating $1 from every drink sold directly to West Oakland Punks with Lunch to support their work in our community.This volunteer-run nonprofit provides food, basic necessities, harm reduction supplies, overdose prevention resources, and outreach services to underserved and marginalized individuals throughout Oakland.

Stop by, enjoy a drink, learn more about the organization and the important work they’re doing, and help us make a difference right here in our own backyard. Every drink makes a difference!

Hours: 12-9pm

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This First Saturday: Come see a screening of What Comes From Sitting In Silence? by Sophie Schrago. This is the opening film for the 2026 Drunken Film Festival, a week-long DIY pop-up film festival that takes place in bars around Oakland.

Synopsis: In the heart of Mumbai, Khatoon runs the city's first women's Sharia court from a cramped storefront. As one of India's first female Islamic law judges, she counsels couples and women fleeing abuse, creating a unique space where plaintiffs can speak freely and seek justice. Running time: 76 minutes.

Hours: 7-8:30PM (Shapeshifters Cafe will be open from 4-7PM before the screening)

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

Hours: 11am-12am

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