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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.
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!
Explore what's happening on Saturday, December 7th:
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2 Elbo Room 311 Broadway Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: discounted drinks and bottle specials, food vendor: Tayste of Tay, and DJ Atlus playing smooth R&B, new soul & old school music. No cover - entry is FREE! Hours: 5pm-2am 21+ | Serves Food |
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3 Hesher's Pizza and Taproom 206 Broadway Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: 10% off food and drink if you mention First Saturdays! Hours: 12-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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4 Jack London Square Tree Lighting Ceremony 472 Water Street Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: Come down to Jack London Square for a FREE Holiday Tree Lighting in the plaza near Plank. Enjoy live entertainment, including laser light shows, photos with festive characters like Santa and the Peppermint Princess, and performances by Oaktown Jazz Workshops and The Lyric Performing Arts Academy. This family-friendly event is open to the public—don’t miss the holiday fun! Hours: 5:45pm-8pm Dog Friendly | Family Friendly |
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5 NIDO's Backyard: Dog Adoption 104 Oak Street Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: Nido's and NorSled are pairing up for an adoption event. So stop by and have a beer, a bite and visit with the huskies available for adoption. More info. Hours: 12-3pm Dog Friendly | Family Friendly | Serves Food |
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6 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. Hours: 10am-3pm Dog Friendly | Family Friendly |
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7 Plank: Fiesta Saturdays! 98 Broadway, Jack London Square Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: join the party at Plank for Fiesta Saturday! Enjoy a fresh beer, arcade & food specials, and Liga MX games on the TVs. Can’t make it? Don’t fret! Fiesta Saturday will continue into 2025 on the first Saturday of each month. Hours: 11:30am-12am Family Friendly | Serves Food |
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8 Shapeshifters Brunch & Makeshift WInter Market 567 5th Street Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: come on down to Shapeshifters for a full day of fun, featuring food, drink, music, and a winter market. Enjoy brunch in the café from 10 AM–2 PM, followed by the Makeshift Winter Market from 1–6 PM, showcasing handmade goods from local artists. Get creative at the material cinema worktable, crafting your own 16mm film loops to see on the big screen. House-made beer, snacks, and DJ-selected vinyl grooves will round out the festivities—perfect for all ages! Hours: 10am-6pm Family Friendly | Serves Food |
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9 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 |
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10 Studios 11 & Grand Gallery 560 2nd Street, Back of Narrative Oakland, CA 94607 This First Saturday: Studios 11 artists and the 30 local artists featured in the beautiful new Grand Gallery will be welcoming visitors for East Bay Open Studios from 11-5pm with a DJ from 1-3pm. It's a good time to bring more art into our lives! FREE! Hours: 11am-5pm (DJ 1-3pm) Dog Friendly | Family Friendly |
Looking for more to explore?
View an interactive map of our neighborhood's businesses by clicking the link below