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Thursday After Hours

Thursdays, 5–8 pm | January 9–March 27, 2025

Adults 18+

Thursday After Hours at OMCA is back for its second season and invites you to come transform your Thursday evenings into a time of cocktails, culture, and connection as you experience the museum in a whole new way! Enjoy creative drinks and delicious bites at Town Fare Café, curated by Chef Michele McQueen, and as night falls, watch the galleries transform with a mix of pop-up performances, live figure drawing, and interactive experiences—designed just for adults. Whether you’re here to mingle or explore, Thursday After Hours is the perfect blend of art, culture, and community.

The OMCA garage will be open until 9 pm on Thursdays Jan 9—Mar 27.

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Thursday After Hours at OMCA with Sketchboard Co. Live Figure Drawing

Bring your sketch pads and appetites to another Thursday After Hours at OMCA. Mix and mingle over music by DJ DiVita and delightful cocktails prepared in OMCA’s Town Fare Café. After bites and beverages, head over to the Gallery of California Art for uninstructed live figure drawing sessions hosted by Sketchboard Co.

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Thursday After Hours at OMCA with MeloDious Nights & Trivia Night

This Thursday, get ready for an unforgettable night in the Gallery of California History with MeloDious Nights! Immerse yourself in an eclectic, soulful sound experience as the talented group from Oakland takes the stage. MeloDious will deliver a dynamic performance featuring their signature vocal harmonies, original arrangements, and creative talents, with songs from their latest album, Is It The Way: Volume I alongside new music and fresh arrangements. Between performances, explore OMCA’s award-winning galleries, indulge in delicious bites and beverages from Town Fare Café, and enjoy music curated by DJ Mark DiVita.

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Thursday After Hours at OMCA with Sketchboard Co. Live Figure Drawing

Bring your sketch pads and appetites to another Thursday After Hours at OMCA. Mix and mingle over music by DJ Mark DiVita and delightful cocktails prepared in OMCA’s Town Fare Café. After bites and beverages, head over to the Gallery of California Natural Sciences for uninstructed live figure drawing sessions hosted by Sketchboard Co.

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Thursday After Hours at OMCA | Drag Performances & Trivia Night

This Thursday, join us at the Gallery of California Art for a fabulous and unforgettable evening featuring a special drag performance with Per Sia and friends! These incredible artists will take over the gallery for a night filled with stunning performances, dazzling costumes, and high-energy entertainment. Between acts, explore OMCA’s award-winning galleries, indulge in delicious bites and drinks from Town Fare Café, and vibe to music curated by DJ Mark DiVita. In anticipation of Oakland Restaurant Week, try your hand at trivia all about California’s food scene, with winners receiving a gift card to the OMCA Shop. It’s the perfect blend of art, culture, and fabulous fun—don’t miss out!

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Thursday After Hours at OMCA with Sketchboard Co. Live Figure Drawing

Bring your sketch pads and appetites to another Thursday After Hours at OMCA. Mix and mingle over music by DJ Mark DiVita and delightful cocktails prepared in OMCA’s Town Fare Café. After bites and beverages, head over to the Gallery of California History for uninstructed live figure drawing sessions hosted by Sketchboard Co.

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Sponsor

Major support for Thursday After Hours at OMCA is provided by The Oakland Museum Women’s Board.