Farmers market with produce stalls and shoppers in Oakland
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Rockridge Events and Things to Do Nearby

Explore upcoming events in Rockridge and nearby Oakland, plus local traditions and a nearby Sunday market. Check organizers for the latest details.

Local Events

This Week in Rockridge & Oakland

Current picks from across Oakland, with Rockridge events highlighted first. Check the linked organizer for the latest details before attending.

Fri
9 Oct
Mental Health Comedy Hour
Entertainment Temescal

Mental Health Comedy Hour

🕙 8pm 📍 All Out Comedy Theater-Improv Classes and Comedy Shows — 2550 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, United States

Enjoy a night of laughter at the Mental Health Comedy Hour, where comedians share their experiences with mental illness.

Sat
10 Oct
LIVE ART WALK
Entertainment Oakland

LIVE ART WALK

🕙 11am 📍 inStudio | Empowerment Avenue — 473 25th Street, Oakland, CA, US

Experience a guided walking tour through Uptown Oakland's art galleries with live performances at each stop.

Sat
10 Oct
Matthew Black Concert
Entertainment ★ Rockridge

Matthew Black Concert

🕙 7:00 PM 📍 College Avenue Presbyterian Church — 5951 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618

Join us for a concert featuring Matthew Black at the College Avenue Presbyterian Church.

Sat
10 Oct
Sons of Legion
Entertainment Uptown Oakland

Sons of Legion

🕙 7:30pm 📍 Fox Theater - Oakland — 1807 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, US

Catch the Sons of Legion during their Soul to SØL World Tour at Fox Theater - Oakland.

Sun
11 Oct
Succulent Sundays Cafe & Art Pop-up
Entertainment Oakland

Succulent Sundays Cafe & Art Pop-up

📍 MHAH Gallery — 5184 Miles Ave, Oakland, CA, US

Check out the Succulent Sundays Cafe & Art Pop-up at MHAH Gallery.

Sun
11 Oct
FLEET WEEK AIR SHOW CRUISE
Entertainment Downtown Oakland

FLEET WEEK AIR SHOW CRUISE

🕙 12:30pm 📍 Jack London Square — 2 Broadway, Oakland, CA, US

Join the Fleet Week Air Show Cruise at Jack London Square to watch the aerial displays.

Last updated: 5 October 2026

Listings link directly to organizers. Confirm details with the organizer before attending.

Ongoing

Weekly Regulars

A nearby market with regular Sunday hours. Check the organizer for closure dates.

Every
Sun
Nearby farmers market · Recurring weekly

Temescal Farmers' Market

📅 Every Sunday, year-round 🕘 9:00am to 1:00pm 📍 North Oakland DMV, 5300 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

A nearby Sunday farmers' market in Temescal, open year-round, rain or shine. Check the organizer's closure calendar before visiting.

Annual Calendar

Seasonal & Annual Events

Confirmed upcoming dates and past neighborhood traditions. Check the organizers before attending; past events are not future bookings.

Summer
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Past summer event · Next date unannounced

Rockridge Rock-N-Stroll

📅 The 2026 edition took place August 22. Check the organizer for future dates.

A neighborhood stroll with local artists, music, merchant offers, and food. College Avenue stays open to traffic during the event.

Rockridge District Association →
Oct
25
Family · Halloween parade

Rockridge Halloween Parade

📅 Sunday, October 25, 2026 · 11am–2pm · College Avenue, Rockridge

Trick-or-treating at participating College Avenue businesses, costume contests, and family activities. Confirm details on the organizer's page before visiting.

Official parade page →
Stay Connected

Community Resources

Useful links for staying up on Rockridge and Oakland news.

Rockridge Community Planning Council
Neighborhood planning, community meetings, and local advocacy organization for Rockridge residents.
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Rockridge District Association
Merchant association behind neighborhood events, streetscape improvements, and business district promotions.
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Temescal Farmers' Market (Urban Village)
Official organizer page for the nearby Sunday market, including hours, location, and closure updates.
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City of Oakland Events
Visit Oakland's calendar of local events and activities.
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510 Families
Family-focused East Bay events, activities, and local guides for parents in Oakland and the East Bay.
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East Bay Regional Parks
Events, guided hikes, and programs across the East Bay Regional Park District — including parks near Rockridge.
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FunCheap Oakland
FunCheap's Oakland-area listings of local events and activities.
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Nextdoor (Rockridge)
Neighborhood-level updates, community discussion, and local event announcements.
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