Celebrate the opening week of BeHere/1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration this Viernes Night at OMCA with an evening of music, culture, and community. The Garden Stage features two dynamic performances, beginning with Cal Raijin Taiko, whose original compositions blend the tradition of Japanese taiko drumming with contemporary influences. Following, Bay Area singer-songwriter Kiyomi brings her soulful alternative R&B sound to the stage, weaving rich harmonies, live looping, and heartfelt storytelling into an intimate performance that invites audiences to slow down and connect.

Keeping the energy flowing, DJ Dailo Mac takes over the Amphitheater with a vibrant, genre-spanning mix of Hip-Hop, R&B, K-pop, Latin, House, EDM, and global rhythms. Her joyful, community-centered sets create the perfect soundtrack for dancing, gathering, and celebrating together throughout the evening.

Teachers and school leaders are specially invited to join OMCA’s Annual Fall Teacher Night for an evening of connecting with fellow educators, discovering museum resources, and exploring the galleries—including an introduction to the Gallery of California History and themes from the newly opened BeHere/1942 exhibition. All guests are also welcome to visit ScholarMatch in the Garden to learn about free college access programs supporting first-generation students while enjoying games, prizes, and opportunities to connect.

Alongside an exceptional event experience, Viernes Nights at OMCA also features Gallery Chats from 5:30–7:30 pm. Putting a twist on the traditional museum tour, Gallery Chats invite visitors to engage in meaningful conversations, share personal reflections, and explore new perspectives on the artwork, artifacts, and stories throughout OMCA’s galleries. Enthusiastic volunteer facilitators can be found floating between all of OMCA’s galleries, including its Great Hall Special Exhibitions, throughout the evening. Look for the blue “Let’s Chat” shirts to join the conversation. Gallery Chats are included with Museum admission.

Horario del programa: 

4:30–7 pm Fall Teacher Night Check-In and Lounge | California Room, Lower Level

5–7:30 pm Community Tabling with ScholarMatch | Garden

17:30–19:30 h. Charlas en las galerías | Todas las galerías

6–6:30 pm Live Performance by Cal Raijin Taiko | Garden Stage

6:45–7:45 pm Live Music by Kiyomi | Garden Stage

6:45–8:45 pm Music Set by DJ Dailo Mac | Amphitheater

Únete a nuestra lista de correo electrónico para estar al tanto de las Noches de los Viernes en OMCA.

Sobre los viernes por la noche:

The Town’s favorite block party, Viernes Nights at OMCA, is turning up the heat for its 2026 summer season. Viernes Nights invites the Bay to kick off the weekend with the crew—whether family, friends, or neighbors—starting at 5 pm with a free evening of live music, interactive activities, Off the Grid food trucks, and, with a Museum ticket purchase, exclusive late-night access to our galleries and special exhibitions. 

Dale energía a tu noche con una selección variada de food trucks de Off the Grid situados a lo largo de la calle 10, entre las calles Oak y Fallon, que ofrecen sabores intensos y platos típicos locales. En el interior, cerca del estanque de carpas, puedes comprar cerveza, vino, cócteles y refrescantes opciones sin alcohol para degustar mientras exploras. En el jardín, las mesas de picnic, las mantas y unas vistas deslumbrantes del lago Merritt te invitan a acomodarte para disfrutar de tu comida. Con juegos, interesantes programas del museo y un animado ambiente comunitario, es el escenario perfecto para crear recuerdos marcados por la inconfundible energía de Oakland, semana tras semana.

El OMCA también ofrece una tarifa plana de aparcamiento de 10 dólares en el garaje del OMCA hasta las 22:00 h. Ten en cuenta que no se permite el consumo de alcohol traído de fuera, y que los detalles del evento y las actuaciones están sujetos a cambios.

Accesibilidad 

Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) se compromete a ofrecer programas accesibles, acogedores e inclusivos para nuestra comunidad. Las sillas de ruedas, los dispositivos de inclusión sensorial y los servicios adicionales están disponibles en el mostrador de venta de entradas por orden de llegada. Para solicitar otras adaptaciones, como intérprete de lengua de signos americana (ASL), cantonés, español u otro idioma, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] al menos tres semanas antes del acto. Más información sobre nuestras opciones de accesibilidad.

Patrocinadores

Viernes Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid is proudly supported by the Oakland Museum Women’s Board and Bank of America. Additional support provided by Donahue Fitzgerald LLP, OAKLAND ROOTS AND SOUL SC, LaSalle Mortgage, and Townsend Public Affairs.

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