Looking to fill a couple hours of your day while in the East Bay? With so many offerings in the area, we’ve curated five of the top events this month so you don’t have to. Less researching and more enjoying your time in the area. Enjoy!
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum
November 2
Looking for a Thursday night date idea? Come out to the Berkeley Art Museum’s free first Thursdays. At this all-day event, you can enjoy free admission to the art museum/film archive as well as guided exhibition tours. It’s a perfect event for art lovers and freebie seekers!
More info: bampfa.org
First Fridays Street Festival: Oh Give Thanks!
November 3
Spread the spirit of the holidays and give thanks to the local community at First Fridays Street Festival: Oh Give Thanks! in Oakland. Support Oakland’s small businesses and artistic entrepreneurs, and enjoy all the festive fun at this family-friendly event.
More info: visitoakland.com
Oakland Turkey Trot 2022
November 23
Before you chow down that Thanksgiving feast, make some extra room at the Oakland Turkey Trot. Whether you want to run like a gold medalist or enjoy a brisk walk, this 5K trot is a perfect event for friends and family to come together and enjoy the holiday in a fun, meaningful way.
More info: oaklandturkeytrot.org
Glowfari at the Oakland Zoo
November weekends
Make room in your calendar for Oakland Zoo’s annual Glowfari. This year’s installations will include all sorts of animals from the land down under to the tropical forest. This event includes a fun, fantasy wonderland train ride — perfect for the kiddos. Grab your tickets now and don’t miss out!
More info: oaklandzoo.org
Christmas in Vienna
The young voices of the Vienna Choir Boys rise to sing favorites like “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”; “Joy to the World”; and some German-language favorites such as “Stille Nacht, Heilige Nacht.”
More info: calperformances.org
Looking for more things to do in the area?
Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!
