Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid with The Whoadees

Enjoy a night of soulful music with The Whoadees and DJ Benet.

Program Schedule: 

5 – 8 pm – Off the Grid Service, 10th Street

5 – 6 pm – Music by DJ Benet, Amphitheater

6 – 7:30 pm – Live musical performance by The Whoadees, Amphitheater

7:30 – 8:30 pm – Music by DJ Benet, Amphitheater

A Whoadees performance is a mix of styles and sounds from around the world. Staying true to their Bay Area roots, these five funky brothers bring a fusion of hip hop, soul, and blues to the mix, inspiring people to dance, or to simply close their eyes and be filled with soulful sounds. 

DJ Benet will be playing in the Amphitheater from 5 to 6 pm, then again from 7:30 to 8:30 pm. 

About The Whoadees

We are The Whoadees: five unique artists that came together and became a family, each of us bringing our own flavor and style to the group. Influenced by music from all around the world and with roots in hip hop, funk, and jazz, the Whoadees are made up of Michael Boyle, Von Carter, David Cruz, Pher the Legend, and Jake Zimma. 

OMCA is committed to providing programs that are accessible, welcoming, and inclusive of our community. Assistive listening devices and wheelchairs are available for checkout on a first come, first served basis at the Ticketing Desk. To request other accommodations, like American Sign Language (ASL), Cantonese, Spanish or another language interpreter, please email [email protected] at least three weeks before the event.

About Friday Nights:

Reconnect with family, friends, and community at OMCA every Friday night. These free events provide a gathering place to come together each week, including live music, hands-on activities, and Off the Grid food trucks. Take advantage of late-night access to our galleries and special exhibitions with a Museum ticket, or bring a blanket and lounge in our garden, now open with direct access to Lake Merritt.

Please note, alcoholic beverages must be consumed inside the OMCA campus and outside alcohol is not permitted.

As we enter the holiday season, Friday Nights at OMCA will be on break between Friday, December 23, 2022 and Friday, January 13, 2023. Oakland’s favorite weekly block party resumes on Friday, January 20.  

The galleries will remain open to the public during the Museum’s regular business hours, including admission to special exhibitions Hella Feminist and Angela Davis — Seize the Time.

Friday Nights at OMCA closure dates:

Friday, November 25, 2022
Friday, December 23, 2022
Friday, December 30, 2022
Friday, January 6, 2023
Friday, January 13, 2023

Thanks for spending another fabulous year with us on our beautifully renovated campus! 

Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid is proudly supported by Bank of America.