

# Spoken Word Events | List Of All Upcoming Spoken Word Events In Oakland

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming spoken word events in Oakland, find information & tickets for upcoming spoken word events happening in Oakland.
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Explore all upcoming spoken word events in Oakland, find information & tickets for upcoming spoken word events happening in Oakland.

## Events in Oakland

- **Event Name**: Teen Poetry Slam Last Chance Slam | Youth Speaks
  - **Description**: 25 poets go head-to-head for the last 5 spots at TPS Finals.About this EventFor over 25 years, the Youth Speaks Teen Poetry Slam has propelled spoken word around the globe. Youth from all over the Bay Area compete to adva
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 10 2026 at 05:30 pm – Fri Apr 10 2026 at 08:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/teen-poetry-slam-last-chance-slam-|-youth-speaks/100001977322140751
  - **Venue**: Oakstop Boardway Event Hall
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, contests, performances, entertainment, spoken-word
- **Event Name**: EAST PALO OAKLAND PRESENTS “THE LAKE SHOW! "420 EVENT" PICNIC AT THE LAKE!”
  - **Description**: AFRO ENT &amp; O2THEGBG present THE LAKE SHOW “Free Poetry for the People!” An open air platform for artists to express themselves to the publicAbout this EventEAST PALO OAKLAND PRESENTS "THE LAKE SHOW 420 EVENT" FREE POE
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/east-palo-oakland-presents-the-lake-show-420-event-picnic-at-the-lake/100001984701933911
  - **Venue**: Cleveland Cascade
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, trips-adventures, performances, entertainment, open-mic, live-music, spoken-word
- **Event Name**: Black Love: Acts of Revolution —National Poetry Month
  - **Description**: An intimate poetry showcase and workshop honoring Black love, creativity, and reflection for National Poetry Month.About this EventA year ago, we created something intentional.A space where Black lov
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/black-love-acts-of-revolution-—national-poetry-month/100001979670498753
  - **Venue**: Akoma Church of Psychedelics
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  - **Price**: USD 23 to 39
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, spoken-word
- **Event Name**: Find Your Light Ensemble ft Nnenna Freelon and Neverending Nina
  - **Description**: The Find Your Light Ensemble presents a culminating performance ft powerful live dance, music, and poetry created in their workshops.About this EventFind Your Light: Creative Wellness Experience — Closing
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/find-your-light-ensemble-ft-nnenna-freelon-and-neverending-nina/100001984351850803
  - **Venue**: Heart &amp; Soul Center of Light
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 45
  - **Categories**: Music, Art, Entertainment, health-wellness, Workshops, literary-art
- **Event Name**: GET COMFORTABLE THURSDAYS SPOKEN WORD POETRY OPEN MIC
  - **Description**: EAST PALO OAKLAND presents  GET COMFORTABLE THURSDAYS spoken word poetry open mic hosted by O2THEGOODBADGUY and UpsideDownGhostAbout this EventEAST PALO OAKLAND presents "Get Comfortable Thursdays Spoken Word Poetry Open
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 02 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Apr 02 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/get-comfortable-thursdays-spoken-word-poetry-open-mic/100001985833294842
  - **Venue**: 811 Washington St
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  - **Price**: USD 5
  - **Categories**: open-mic, art, literary-art, spoken-word, entertainment, performances, music
- **Event Name**: Discover Community Cafe Presents Get-Hype Open-Mic
  - **Description**: Join us at Discover Community Cafe for Get-Hype Open-Mic, where vibes are high and talent runs free!About this EventDiscover Community Cafe Presents Get-Hype Open-MicJoin us for @Discover_Communi
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/discover-community-cafe-presents-get-hype-open-mic/100001984533529208
  - **Venue**: Discover Community Cafe
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Entertainment, Workshops, comedy, performances, Festivals, Music
- **Event Name**: Black Film: Unscreened & Unstreamed, BaddDDD SONIA SANCHEZ
  - **Description**: BaddDDD Sonia Sanchez offers unprecedented access to the life, work &amp; mesmerizing performances of renowned poet and activist Sonia Sanchez.About this EventBaddDDD SONIA SANCHEZ (Direc
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 02 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu Apr 02 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/black-film-unscreened-and-unstreamed-baddddd-sonia-sanchez/100001979446514811
  - **Venue**: Oakstop
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: entertainment, art, literary-art, dance, spoken-word

## Trending Events in Oakland

- **Event Name**: We Them Ones Comedy Tour: Mike Epps  Karlous Miller  DC Young Fly & Chico Bean
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at We Them Ones Comedy Tour: Mike Epps  Karlous Miller  DC Young Fly &amp; Chico Bean, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Oakland Arena in dynamic Oakland,
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: SatchVai Band: Joe Satriani & Steve Vai & Animals As Leaders
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at SatchVai Band: Joe Satriani &amp; Steve Vai &amp; Animals As Leaders, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Fox Theater - Oakland in dynamic Oakland, CA
  - **Venue**: Fox Theater - Oakland
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- **Event Name**: J Cole at Oakland Arena
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at J Cole at Oakland Arena, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Oakland Arena in dynamic Oakland, CA, this eve
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Ariana Grande at Oakland Arena
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Ariana Grande at Oakland Arena, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Oakland Arena in the heart of Oakland, CA
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Jackson Wang at Oakland Arena
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Jackson Wang 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 expect
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Hayley Williams at Fox Theater Oakland
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Hayley Williams at Fox Theater Oakland, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Fox Theater Oakland nestled in bustling Oakland, CA
  - **Venue**: Fox Theater Oakland
- **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:

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  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
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- **Event Name**: Ariana Grande
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Oakland Arena
🏠 Address: 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621
🌆 City: Oakland
📍 Location: 37.7503, -122.203✨ Discover the extraordinary at Ariana Grande, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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- **Event Name**: Monster Jam at Oakland Arena
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Monster Jam at Oakland Arena, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Oakland Arena in the heart of Oakland, CA
  - **Venue**: Oakland Arena
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Teen Poetry Slam Last Chance Slam | Youth Speaks (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 05:30 pm at Oakstop Boardway Event Hall), EAST PALO OAKLAND PRESENTS “THE LAKE SHOW! "420 EVENT" PICNIC AT THE LAKE!” (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 11:00 am at Cleveland Cascade), Black Love: Acts of Revolution —National Poetry Month (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:30 pm at Akoma Church of Psychedelics), Find Your Light Ensemble ft Nnenna Freelon and Neverending Nina (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 05:00 pm at Heart &amp; Soul Center of Light), GET COMFORTABLE THURSDAYS SPOKEN WORD POETRY OPEN MIC (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at 811 Washington St).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Teen Poetry Slam Last Chance Slam | Youth Speaks (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 05:30 pm at Oakstop Boardway Event Hall), EAST PALO OAKLAND PRESENTS “THE LAKE SHOW! "420 EVENT" PICNIC AT THE LAKE!” (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 11:00 am at Cleveland Cascade), Discover Community Cafe Presents Get-Hype Open-Mic (Fri Apr 17 2026 at Discover Community Cafe), Black Film: Unscreened & Unstreamed, BaddDDD SONIA SANCHEZ (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 06:30 pm at Oakstop).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Oakland today April 02, 2026?
  - **A:** GET COMFORTABLE THURSDAYS SPOKEN WORD POETRY OPEN MIC (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at 811 Washington St), Black Film: Unscreened & Unstreamed, BaddDDD SONIA SANCHEZ (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 06:30 pm at Oakstop).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Oakland in April 2026?
  - **A:** Teen Poetry Slam Last Chance Slam | Youth Speaks (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 05:30 pm at Oakstop Boardway Event Hall), EAST PALO OAKLAND PRESENTS “THE LAKE SHOW! "420 EVENT" PICNIC AT THE LAKE!” (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 11:00 am at Cleveland Cascade), Black Love: Acts of Revolution —National Poetry Month (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:30 pm at Akoma Church of Psychedelics), Find Your Light Ensemble ft Nnenna Freelon and Neverending Nina (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 05:00 pm at Heart &amp; Soul Center of Light), GET COMFORTABLE THURSDAYS SPOKEN WORD POETRY OPEN MIC (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at 811 Washington St).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Oakland?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming 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 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 events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Oakland include Oakstop Boardway Event Hall, Cleveland Cascade, Akoma Church of Psychedelics.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Oakland range from USD 5 to USD 45. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Oakland include Youth Speaks, UpsideDownGhost, Everything Angelique Estella.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 events in Oakland?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Oakland.

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