Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid

Friday Nights at OMCA are back and better than ever! Kick off the new season with your crew—whether family, friends, or neighbors—every Friday for free at 5 pm for an unforgettable evening filled with live music, interactive activities, Off the Grid food trucks and, with a Museum ticket, exclusive late-night access to our galleries and special exhibitions.

Hungry? Grab a bite from any of the eight Off the Grid food trucks lining 10th Street between Oak and Fallon Streets, offering a delicious mix of rotating flavors. Beer, wine, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase. Once you’ve fueled up, head to the OMCA Garden, where picnic tables and blankets await you to enjoy your meal. With lawn games, engaging museum programs, and a vibrant community atmosphere, it’s the perfect setting for making memories at one of Oakland’s most iconic spots.

OMCA also offers a $10 flat-rate parking in the OMCA Garage until 10 pm. Please note that outside alcohol is not permitted, and event details and performances are subject to change.

OMCA believes in paying our artists and program partners equitably for their work. Please consider supporting our free Friday Nights programming.

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