Good morning, Oakland.

At a World Cup watch party at Open Test Kitchen downtown, a former Peace Corps teacher & her student from 35 years ago reunited amid about 30 Cape Verde fans as they cheered on the team.

The event highlights a special local connection sparked by soccer.

A fire broke out at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park in Fruitvale on Sunday, June 28 in the early morning, damaging the exterior while firefighters quickly contained it — the historic building remains without electricity.

El Barrio, a new sports bar from the Xingones team, reopened Tuesday, June 30 at 736 Washington St in Old Oakland ahead of the World Cup, plus Jjamppong Zizon is open at 3905 Broadway, and Latina-owned Paulina’s Cafecitos opened on 4200 Foothill Blvd near Fruitvale.

Hilary Duff will return with her comeback tour to the Bay Area for one night only, marking her first stage performance in nearly twenty years—details and ticket info will be announced soon.

Live Music Night featuring Moth Morgue and Friends

8-11 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — $10 adv., $12 door — Enjoy a night of diverse music with Moth Morgue, 555, and more in a lively Oakland venue.

Life of the Party - First Friday

10 p.m. — Crybaby — Free entry for first 25 with RSVP — Celebrate Oakland First Fridays with hip-hop beats, good drinks, and a hype dance floor.

Miko Marks at Corte Madera Summer Concerts

5:00-6:30 p.m. — Corte Madera Town Park — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert featuring the talented Americana singer Miko Marks as she performs diverse genres in a beautiful park setting.

America Celebrates Concert

7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free entry — Enjoy a patriotic musical performance by the Temple Hill Choir in a family-friendly atmosphere.

ROSALÍA Concert

8-10 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Enter to win tickets — Experience a night of captivating music by the talented ROSALÍA.

Marcus King Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Fox Theater — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Marcus King with his band in a live performance.

Cave Clove Concert

8-11 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — No ticket price listed — Enjoy a night of music at one of Oakland's lively venues.

Major League Cricket Semifinals

3:30 PM & 7:30 PM — Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience electrifying matchups with world-class cricket action.

Mosswood Meltdown 2026

4:00 PM — Mosswood Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon with Pavement and special guests Wednesday and Vivian Girls.

Memo PST Live at Eli's Mile High Club

— Venue: Eli's Mile High Club — Cost: Check details — Experience a night of indie tunes with Memo PST and Warp.