Good morning, Oakland.

Today, Oakland hosts Pete Escovedo’s art opening from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Grand Gallery.

This weekend features the 20th annual Temescal Street Fair on Saturday, & the Wood Street documentary screening on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Lake Theater.

At Cypress Mandela Training Center’s Thursday orientation at 66th Ave - San Leandro St, 250 applicants competed for 40 spots in a tuition-free 16‑week pre‑apprenticeship that trains locals for skilled trades jobs in the clean energy sector while partnering with Oakland USD.

Alameda County voters will decide on a measure that sets a $30 minimum wage by July 1, 2037 with annual increases of at least 3% & stronger wage protections for workers.

The proposal qualified for the November ballot after collecting 106% of the required signatures.

14-year-old sprinter Janet Criss of Castro Valley is ranked #1 in the 100-meter race nationwide after breaking records at meets and will compete at the USATF National Junior Olympic Track Field Championships in Norwalk from July 27 to August 2; her family seeks donations for travel costs.

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.

Jenny Don't and the Spurs Concert

10 p.m. — Eli's Mile High Club — No cover charge — Enjoy the unique sounds of Jenny Don’t and the Spurs as they showcase their music prowess.

Moviola Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — Thee Stork Club — $15.00 – $18.00 — Experience the premiere performance of Moviola in the vibrant Stork Club atmosphere.

WWE Friday Night Smackdown

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Oakland Arena — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying atmosphere of live wrestling at WWE Smackdown.

Ronstadt Revolution - A Tribute to Linda Ronstadt

Evening — Woodminster Summer Musicals — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music legacy of Linda Ronstadt with a talented tribute band featuring bilingual vocalist Natalie Amaya.

The Purple Ones - Insatiable Tribute to Prince

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant tribute to Prince at the San Ramon Summer Concert Series.

Cate White: World Raw

12-5 p.m. — Transmission Gallery Oakland — Free entry — Explore the artistic expression of Cate White in an engaging gallery setting.

IVE: SHOW WHAT I AM World Tour

3:00 – 9:30 PM — Oakland Arena — Tickets required — Global K-pop sensation IVE takes the stage for an unforgettable night of powerful performances and fan-favorite hits.