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Oakland
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A24 released the first full trailer for The Drama, a dark romantic comedy in which Oakland native Zendaya stars with Robert Pattinson as an engaged couple whose wedding plans collapse after a mysterious confession. The film opens in theaters on Apr. 3. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Vallejo rapper LaRussell signed with Roc Nation ahead of his pep rally performance today at Levi’s Home Turf and will perform at Oakland Arena during the Family Style Food Festival on Saturday; his deal follows his petition to join the NFL halftime lineup for Super Bowl LX Tailgate Concert. San Francisco Chronicle
- ➤ Rumors are growing that Cardi B may join Bad Bunny during the Super Bowl halftime show at Levi's Stadium after her boyfriend's comment fanned speculation; she is set to headline Michael Rubin's Fanatics Super Bowl Party in the Bay Area later this week. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oakland public schools will release a facilities master plan later this month to assess vacant properties and decide on revenue-generating uses. The plan will guide decisions on upgrades and long-term use of assets including the new but partly empty $62 million headquarters in West Oakland. The Oaklandside
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the Bay Area Air District issued a Spare the Air alert as forecasts show moderate air quality, restricting wood burning to protect young children, seniors, and those with respiratory or heart conditions (only natural gas, propane, and electric fireplaces are allowed). San Francisco Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With Valentine’s Day near, singles can meet at spots where sparks may fly, including communal brunches at a Berkeley Thai temple, lively events at an Albany wine bar, and screen-free evenings at an Oakland bookstore. The Oaklandside
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 49ers legend Roger Craig is expected to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today at the NFL Honors ceremony after Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft were omitted from the Class of 2026. San Francisco Chronicle
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LIFE OF THE PARTY! - Oakland First Friday
10 PM – 1 AM — Crybaby — Free entry for first 25 with RSVP — Experience lit vibes and curated sets from local DJs at Oakland's First Friday celebration.
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Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's 10th Black History Month Celebration
7-10 p.m. — The Freight — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful musical journey honoring African American history with gospel and spirituals in an intimate setting.
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Super Bowl Sunday Celebration in Oakland
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the Super Bowl with live music, local vendors, and community activities.
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Pedrito Martinez Concert
8-11 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Afro-Cuban music with percussion master Pedrito Martinez.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Rotunda Building — Tickets required — Experience the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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Lunar New Year Celebration with Maxine Hong Kingston
6:30-8 p.m. — Mechanics' Institute — Free entry — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with engaging stories and traditions from notable Asian American authors and activists.
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FTM-SIG Meeting with Mark Olsen
11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free admission — Discover the latest features of Family Tree Maker with hands-on demonstrations and Q&A.
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Producers Associates 2026 Season Audition
10 a.m. — Woodminster Summer Musicals — By appointment only — Equity chorus dancers audition for the 2026 season of Producers Associates.
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Artemas Live in Concert
8-10 p.m. — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sound of alt-pop phenom Artemas as he showcases his latest work.
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Celadon Concert featuring 'Fuligin'
8-10 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic sounds of celadon in an evening of music and lyrical exploration.
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