# Best Food-Drinks Events in Oakland

- **Subtitle**: From Temescal tastings to low-key cafe nights, this is how Oakland eats and drinks
- **Category**: Food & Drinks
- **Display Name**: Food & Drink events
- **Type**: category

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Chocolate Making With Chef Alexis - Cooking Class in Bay Area | Classpop!™
  - **Description**: About this EventTired of eating sad desk lunches and pretending instant noodles are “a vibe”? Join Chef Alexis for “Chocolate Making With Chef Alexis”, a
  - **Date**: Fri, 08 May – Fri, 24 Jul (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alameda/chocolate-making-with-chef-alexis-cooking-class-in-bay-area-|-classpop/100001986106090782
  - **Venue**: Faction Brewing
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  - **Price**: min: 65.86, max: 65.86, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: cooking, food-drinks, workshops, art, trips-adventures

## About

Food-drinks in Oakland are having a real moment right now, not just on Instagram but in actual human conversations. You can feel it in how fast people RSVP to anything with a tasting menu or a new pop up attached to it. The Annual Taste of Temescal is the one that proves it. Telegraph fills up with people who take their snacking seriously, hopping between spots, comparing bites, and quietly ranking who should or should not be invited back next year. It is chaotic in the best way, and exactly the kind of food-drinks event in Oakland that locals pretend is “no big deal” while texting five friends to join.

The other side of the scene lives in places like Y’s Choice on Telegraph. This is the kind of venue that feels like a neighborhood living room, where a food-drinks night can mean a casual hang that somehow stretches into deep conversations over one more round. Same with Sana’a Cafe, which leans more cafe than club, but still ends up hosting those small, specific gatherings you only hear about if you know someone. These are not flashy spaces, they are just where Oakland actually eats, drinks, and talks.

Then you have the crossovers, where food and drinks are the anchor but the night spirals into something bigger. TAP THAT ASH: Day Party & spring session sounds like a vibe first, menu second, but the drinks matter here, and so do the details. Mr Tendernism in Oakland pulls in the cocktail nerds who care what is in their glass, while Soul Deluxe 2026 attracts people who want a proper soundtrack with their sips. Comedy Oakland at The Elbo Room might get billed as a comedy night, but it still runs on bar setups, shared tables, and that classic “I came for the jokes, stayed for another drink” energy.

The thing about the best food-drinks in Oakland is that discovery rarely happens on a quiet, polished restaurant website. It happens because a friend drags you to the Just Joy Experience and suddenly you are drinking something you cannot quite pronounce but want again. It happens when you walk past 5020 Telegraph Ave and realize Y’s Choice is packed for something you did not even know was happening. If you care about food-drinks events in Oakland, these are the kinds of nights and venues you keep on your radar:

• The Annual Taste of Temescal, for serious grazing up and down Telegraph
• TAP THAT ASH: Day Party & spring session, for people who like their drinks with a side of daytime chaos
• Mr Tendernism in Oakland, for cocktail obsessives and bar recipe note takers
• Comedy Oakland at The Elbo Room, for stand up plus strong pours
• Just Joy Experience and Soul Deluxe 2026, for drink fueled hangs with real Oakland energy
• Y’s Choice and Sana’a Cafe, for the smaller food-drinks moments everyone ends up talking about later

## Food & Drinks Events in Oakland

- **Event Name**: The Oakland Margarita Festival
  - **Description**: Margarita Tasting Contest, Live DJ, Food Vendors, Beer Garden, and a Trip Giveaway. Who has the best margarita in Oakland? You decide!About this EventGet ready to sip, savor, and spice things up at the Oak
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/the-oakland-margarita-festival/100001983794998242
  - **Venue**: Drake's Dealership
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  - **Price**: USD 23 to 1,035
  - **Categories**: festivals, nonprofit, contests, food-drinks, charities, parties, entertainment, food-truck-festivals
- **Event Name**: 2026 Oakland Carnival Wellness Festival
  - **Description**: Always the first Saturday in June -- Oakland Carnival celebrates Black, African, Brazilian, and Caribbean Carnival culture in the Bay!About this EventThe Oakland Carnival Planning Committee proudly announces the 12th Annu
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/2026-oakland-carnival-wellness-festival/100001981681447555
  - **Venue**: Mosswood Park
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 34
  - **Categories**: carnivals, health-wellness, festivals, music, art, entertainment, parties, workshops, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Bay Area African Restaurant Week Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Community - Culture - Small BusinessAbout this EventSUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS AND CULTURE- This will be a 2-day festivalEnjoy food from across the Diaspor
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 13
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/bay-area-african-restaurant-week-festival-2026/100001982387770185
  - **Venue**: To Be Announced
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, business, health-wellness, food-truck-festivals
- **Event Name**: Lakeshore Spring Festival
  - **Description**: Lakeshore Spring Festival, a celebration of Oakland’s Lakeshore District launches on Saturday, May 30th! 

For Vendor & Sponsor Applications, Please Visit: 
https://lakeshoreavenue.com/the-lakeshore-spring-festival/

The Lakeshore District is excited
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  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 30 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/lakeshore-spring-festival/200029847202812
  - **Venue**: Lakeshore & Lake Park Avenues, Oakland, CA, United States, California 94610
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- **Event Name**: Caribbean Culinary Excursion: Food and Fete
  - **Description**: Elevated immersive Caribbean Cuisine Tasting experience featuring International Headliner "Lyrikal" LIVE, Entertainers & Awards PresentationAbout this EventAn immersive upscale event that offers an ele
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/caribbean-culinary-excursion-food-and-fete/100001989598491647
  - **Venue**: Oakstop Broadway Event Hall
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  - **Price**: USD 28 to 250
  - **Categories**: food-drinks
- **Event Name**: DESMADRE: A LA VUELTA w/ DJ Agana + Chuy Gomez + Zuhhndry & PATIO TAKEOVER by Earth Angel
  - **Description**: InformationA LA VUELTA: REGGAETON | PERREO | CORRIDOS | TOP LATIN HITS DE ANTESFor those looking for a night of Reggaeton, Cumbia, Dembow, Moombahton, Corridos, Latin Dance, y ms, youre in for a treat. Pull up to experience a night of r
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 10:00 pm (-08:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/desmadre-a-la-vuelta-w-dj-agana-chuy-gomez-zuhhndry-and-patio-takeover-by-earth-angel/210007725908674
  - **Venue**: Crybaby
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 129
- **Event Name**: Black Food Tour - Juneteenth Party Bus Edition !! (Oakland)
  - **Description**: Let's break bread together this Juneteenth - Party Bus style!About this EventJuneteenth Party Bus: Black Food TourJoin us for a celebration of Juneteenth with our unique Part
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri Jun 19 2026 at 03:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/black-food-tour-juneteenth-party-bus-edition-oakland/100001985890331440
  - **Venue**: Jack London Square
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  - **Price**: USD 160 to 194
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: The East African with DJ Shinski
  - **Description**: Get ready to vibe with DJ Shinski spinning the hottest East African vibes on vibes  all night long!About this EventThe East African with DJ ShinskiDate & Time: May 30, 20
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun May 31 2026 at 02:00 am (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/the-east-african-with-dj-shinski/100001989628364999
  - **Venue**: Parliament Event Venue
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  - **Price**: USD 7 to 23
  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Taste of Jack London 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for our district's annual food and beer festival as we celebrate the flavors of our vibrant Jack London!About this EventThe Jack London Improvement District is proud to present the Taste of Jack London Beer and Fo
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/taste-of-jack-london-2026/100001988427012722
  - **Venue**: BLOC15 Event Venue, 2nd Street, Oakland, CA, USA
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  - **Price**: USD 40 to 85
  - **Categories**: Festivals, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Laugh City: Downtown Oakland Comedy Show
  - **Description**: Laugh City offers top stand-up in Downtown Oakland, with a full bar, signature cocktails, and a DJ following the show.About this EventAbout the venue: Golden Ratio is a woman-owned Oaklan
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/laugh-city-downtown-oakland-comedy-show/100001988525268608
  - **Venue**: Golden Ratio
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  - **Price**: USD 13 to 25
  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, parties, performances, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: An Evening Under The Stars: Grown Folks Prom
  - **Description**: Join the Sana G Morning Show for the annual Grown Folks Prom at Lake Chalet in Oakland!About this EventJoin the Sana G. Morning Show for our annual Grown Folks Prom featuring Lexx Jones in the mix, the Prom Photo Boo
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri Jun 05 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/an-evening-under-the-stars-grown-folks-prom/100001988126139803
  - **Venue**: The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill
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  - **Price**: USD 35 to 40
- **Event Name**: The Original Grown Folks Day Party
  - **Description**: Please Join Us, Sunday June 7th at 3PM for The Original Grown Folks Day PartyAbout this EventHello Party PeoplePlease Join Us, Sunday June 7th 2026The Original Grown Folks Day PartyIt's The Ultimate O
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 07 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/the-original-grown-folks-day-party/100001989394139424
  - **Venue**: ForTheCulture Oak
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  - **Price**: USD 18 to 429
  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: FREAK MEEK
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We’re bringing that ATL Freaknik 80s/90s street party energy straight to the BAY AREA! ✨
Outside vibes.About this Event🍾🥂 PULL UP & SHOW OUT! 💃🏾🔥We’re bringing
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 09:30 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/freak-meek/100001983614832361
  - **Venue**: Parliament Event Venue
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  - **Price**: USD 36 to 116
  - **Categories**: Art, Entertainment, Theatre, performances
- **Event Name**: BRUNCH & BLAZE
  - **Description**: Kick back with tasty bites and good vibes at the ultimate day party where brunch meets blazing fun!About this EventBRUNCH & BLAZE DAY PARTYJoin us for an unforgettable afternoon at the Tor
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Jun 20 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/brunch-and-blaze/100001989765723843
  - **Venue**: Torch Oakland Rooftop Bar
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 18
  - **Categories**: brunch, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Planet Mezcal Tasting & Dinner Series: La Luna Mezcal
  - **Description**: Exclusive La Luna Mezcal Tasting & Dinner At Agave UptownAbout this EventPlanet Mezcal Tasting & Dinner Series Featuring La Luna Mezcal
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/planet-mezcal-tasting-and-dinner-series-la-luna-mezcal/100001988570071615
  - **Venue**: Agave Uptown
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  - **Price**: USD 50 to 60
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Workshops, dance

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📍 Location: 37.7503, -122.203✨ Experience the magic of Ariana Grande, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Oaklan
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Ariana Grande - Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
  - **Description**: Ariana Grande LIVE IN CONCERT don't miss out!!! Get your tickets here:

https://ticketsuperstars.com/tickets/7398065/ariana-grande-tickets-wed-jun-10-2026-oakland-arena
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
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- **Event Name**: J. Cole
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Oakland Arena
🏠 Address: 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
🌆 City: Oakland
📍 Location: 37.7503, -122.203🌟 Step into a world of wonder at J. Cole, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Oakland Arena
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Chaka Khan at Henry J Kaiser Center for the Arts - Calvin Simmons Theatre
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Chaka Khan at Henry J Kaiser Center for the Arts - Calvin Simmons Theatre, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Henry J Kaiser Center for the Arts - Calvin Simmons Theatre
  - **Venue**: Henry J Kaiser Center for the Arts - Calvin Simmons Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Olivia Rodrigo at Oakland Arena
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Olivia Rodrigo at Oakland Arena, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Oakland Arena in the heart of Oakland, CA for an event that defies expe
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Olivia Rodrigo - Oakland, CA
  - **Description**: Olivia Rodrigo announces 'The Unraveled Tour' w/ Wolf Alice, The Last Dinner Party, Grace Ives, #DieSpitz & #DevonAgain → https://tinyurl.com/orodrigotickets
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** The Oakland Margarita Festival (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 12:00 pm at Drake's Dealership), 2026 Oakland Carnival Wellness Festival (Sat Jun 06 2026 at 12:00 pm at Mosswood Park), Bay Area African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 12:00 pm at To Be Announced), Lakeshore Spring Festival (Sat May 30 2026 at 11:00 am at Lakeshore & Lake Park Avenues, Oakland, CA, United States, California 94610), Caribbean Culinary Excursion: Food and Fete (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Oakstop Broadway Event Hall).
- **Q**: What are the top free Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Bay Area African Restaurant Week Festival 2026 (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 12:00 pm at To Be Announced).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Oakland in May 2026?
  - **A:** Lakeshore Spring Festival (Sat May 30 2026 at 11:00 am at Lakeshore & Lake Park Avenues, Oakland, CA, United States, California 94610), DESMADRE: A LA VUELTA w/ DJ Agana + Chuy Gomez + Zuhhndry & PATIO TAKEOVER by Earth Angel (Sat May 30 2026 at 10:00 pm at Crybaby), The East African with DJ Shinski (Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 pm at Parliament Event Venue), Chocolate Making With Chef Alexis - Cooking Class in Bay Area | Classpop!™ (Fri, 08 May at Faction Brewing).
- **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Oakland on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Oakland include Drake's Dealership, Mosswood Park, To Be Announced.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Oakland range from USD 7 to USD 1,035. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Oakland include Texas Festivals & Events, SambaFunk!, African Restaurant Week.
- **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Oakland.

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