Looking for the coolest things to do at the beginning of the fall season? From Labor Day to the autumnal equinox, we’ve got you covered. We’ve done the deep research for you on the best things to do in the East Bay including museums, cultural events, food tours and more. Speaking of food — we also have an extensive list of our best restaurants in the East Bay, and if you’re planning a weekend, the best places to stay.
No need to bundle up in the East Bay during this month, temperature averages are in the 70s.
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Black Panther Party Oakland City Tour
Dates TBD
Learn about the innovative social community programs pioneered by Oakland’s legendary “Power to the People” party in the 1960s in a downtown walking tour led by party alumni.
More info: bppaln.org
Sunset Science
Dates TBD
Join local astronomers at Chabot Space and Science Center for an evening oriented around the early evening sky and learn about stellar (and interstellar) concepts while noshing on light bites.
More info: chabotspace.org
Dock of Bay Festival
Date TBD
Explore Vallejo’s waterfront, promenade and historic coal sheds while taking in two days of music on two stages. The solid lineup includes 80s fave Morris Day and the Time plus Fantastic Negrito, The California Honeydrops and Con Funk Shon.
More info: dockofbayfest.com
Lafayette Art & Wine Festival
Dates TBD
At one of the largest annual festivals in Contra Costa County, stroll among the booths of art and handmade crafts, enjoy foods from local restaurants, food vendors and food trucks, sip on quality wines and microbrews and pause to enjoy continuous music on four stages.
More info: lafayettefestival.com
Event Venues
Looking to see what’s happening right now in the East Bay? Our comprehensive list of venues below will help you find what you need to know what’s going on.
Looking for more things to do in the area?
Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!
