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Jack London Square

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Pet-Friendly Amenities

Near the green spaces and parks of Jack London Square, Fourth Street East offers spacious, cat and dog-friendly apartments with an on-site pet spa and more.

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A vibrant street scene at Oakland’s Día de los Muertos Festival in Fruitvale, with families, dancers in colorful traditional dresses, artisan tents, and decorative papel picado banners overhead.

Oakland's Annual Día de los Muertos Festival

Explore one of the city's most cherished cultural events, drawing tens of thousand attendees each fall.

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Chinatown Street Festival

It's time yet again for this awesome celebration of Chinese culture in Oakland.

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4th of July in the Bay Area

Ready to have a blast this 4th of July? The Bay Area has plenty for you to enjoy.

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Art & Soul Festival This July

Time for art, music, dance, and more at the Art & Soul Festival this July.

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A waterfront path at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park in Oakland with benches, young trees, and white maritime bollards, looking out toward the San Francisco skyline and the Bay Bridge across the water.

Middle Harbor Shoreline Park

Discover restored shoreline, big bay views, and Oakland’s maritime history at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park.

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The Remarkable Story of Oakland's USS Potomac

This piece of American history has been through a lot. Come learn about its unique story.

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 A restored two-story Victorian house at Preservation Park in Oakland, featuring cream-colored siding, bay windows, ornate trim, and a white picket fence framed by trees.

Preservation Park: Oakland’s Victorian Gem

A restored Victorian village hidden downtown, offering historic charm, gardens, and standout events.

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Hippest Temescal Alleys Shops

Temescal Alleys has some of the most unique stores in all of Oakland. Here's what you'll find when you visit.

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Guide to Oakland A’s Fanfest

Ready to see Oakland's favorite sports team up close and personal? Fanfest is your chance to talk with the pros and grab a few autographs.

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