Viernes Nights at OMCA with MXKA
Live Music by MXKA, DJ Set by Louie El Ser, Cumbia Wepa Dance Lesson with Mireille Ruiz, Community Activation with NIAD Art Center, and Gallery Chats
Julio 10 from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Kicking off the summer season of Viernes Nights at OMCA, MXKA takes over the Garden Stage with a captivating blend of regional Mexican music and R&B. Through soulful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and genre-bending sounds, the Bay Area artist reflects her Blaxican identity while creating a space for connection, self-expression, and celebration.
Keeping the energy flowing, Louie El Ser delivers a dynamic DJ set blending emerging Latin sounds with alt-pop experimentation. Her dreamy soundscapes and infectious rhythms create an immersive, uplifting atmosphere that invites guests to embrace curiosity and joyful movement on the dance floor. Guests can also jump into the rhythm with a lively Cumbia Wepa dance lesson led by Mireille Ruiz. Rooted in the vibrant traditions of cumbia sonidera, this energetic class introduces playful footwork, upbeat movement, and cultural connection in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment.
Throughout the evening, NIAD Art Center joins the festivities in the Garden with a community activation celebrating Disability Pride Month with creativity, inclusion, and artistic expression. Visitors can participate in an art-making activation led by artist Jason Powell-Smith, browse and purchase original artworks and special-edition pieces, meet other artists and staff, and learn more about the organization’s work supporting professional artists with disabilities while fostering connection through the arts.
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:
5–7:30 pm Community Activation: NIAD Art Center | Garden
5:30–6:30 pm Cumbia Wepa Dance Lesson with Mireille Ruiz | Amphitheater
17:30–19:30 h. Charlas en las galerías | Todas las galerías
6:45–7:45 pm Live Music by MXKA | Garden Stage
6:45–8:45 pm DJ Set by Louie El Ser | 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:
La fiesta callejera favorita de la ciudad, «Viernes Nights at OMCA», vuelve para la temporada 2026 e invita a toda la bahía a dar la bienvenida al fin de semana con los amigos, ya sean familiares, amigos o vecinos. De abril a octubre, acompáñanos todos los viernes a las 17:00 h para disfrutar de una velada gratuita con música en directo, actividades interactivas, food trucks de Off the Grid y, con la entrada al museo, acceso exclusivo hasta tarde a nuestras galerías y exposiciones especiales.
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.
Artistas
Alineación de los camiones de comida Off the Grid
Biografía del artista
MXKA is a Blaxican artist from the Bay Area who creates a unique blend of Regional Mexican music and R&B. She brings together both sides of her culture through music, visuals, and storytelling. Through emotionally driven songwriting and genre-blending sounds, MXKA explores identity, love, culture, and self-expression while building a distinct artistic world rooted in authenticity.
Louie El Ser is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer from the Bay Area. From self-produced hits to DJ sets, Louie has spent the majority of her life studying sound design and sonic reconnaissance. Having played around the world in metropolitan music hubs like Paris, Los Angeles, and México City, she’s been on bills with top artists such as Isabella Lovestory, La Goony Chonga, Los Eclipses, and more.
Mireille Ruiz, born and raised in Mexico City, grew up dancing and listening to Latin music as part of her culture, including cumbia. She learned her first following techniques dancing with her father at every family fiesta. She has a Mexican folklore, jazz, tap dancing, and gymnastics background, and grew up performing since the age of four. She is also a percussionist, drummer, and Montessori teacher. A Bay Area bachata, cumbia, and salsa dance instructor, Mireille has been teaching, performing, and leading dance teams around the USA since 2010.
Founded in Richmond in 1982, NIAD Art Center is a groundbreaking disability arts organization that promotes creative expression, independence, dignity, and community integration by, with, and for people with disabilities. More than 75 artists practice across our 23rd Street studio in Richmond and in their Virtual Studio, building professional careers as contemporary artists. Visit niadart.org to explore and collect original artwork, join their mailing list, and learn more about their work.
Patrocinadores
Las noches de los viernes en el OMCA con «Off the Grid» están patrocinadas por la Junta de Mujeres del Museo de Oakland y Bank of America. Cuentan además con el apoyo de OAKLAND ROOTS AND SOUL SC, Donahue Fitzgerald LLP y Townsend Public Affairs.
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