OMCA Announces Public Programs and Events for 八月 2026

星期五 Nights at OMCA Continues Summer Season , Bloomberg Connects Launch, Spotlight Sundays Film Showcase, Gallery Chats, and More
OMCA PRESS KIT

七月 14, 2026

(Oakland, CA) 七月 14, 2026 – The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) announces its 八月 2026 public programs, inviting visitors to enjoy a month of live music, dance, film, art, and community experiences. 星期五 Nights at OMCA continues as the centerpiece of the summer season with weekly evenings featuring live performances, DJ sets, dance lessons, hands-on activities, and late-night access to galleries. 八月 also marks the launch of OMCA’s new Bloomberg Connects digital guide, offering visitors an enhanced way to explore the Museum through audio and video storytelling, as well as Spotlight Sundays, featuring a local short film showcase and conversation with Cinemama inspired by Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory. Throughout the month, Gallery Chats continue to invite visitors into dialogue and reflection across OMCA’s galleries, creating opportunities for learning, connection, and discovery. See the full calendar at www.museumca.org.

OMCA PUBLIC PROGRAMS AND EVENTS FOR AUGUST 2026

周五晚上在OMCA与 "脱网 "合作

4月至10月每周五 | 下午5点至9点 | OMCA园区
“周五之夜”图片集链接

The Town’s favorite block party, 星期五 Nights at OMCA, is turning up the heat for its 2026 summer season. 星期五 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.

博物馆诚邀各位宾客前来体验“Off the Grid”美食车 轮番登场的盛况。这些美食车停驻在 橡树街（Oak Street）与法伦街（Fallon Street）之间的第十街（10th Street）沿线，为您奉上风味独特的美食及当地特色佳肴。馆内靠近锦鲤池的区域，提供啤酒、葡萄酒、鸡尾酒及清爽的无酒精饮品供您选购，供您在探索之余小酌品尝。在花园里，野餐桌、毯子以及梅里特湖的迷人景致，邀请游客在此安坐享用美食。这里有游戏、引人入胜的博物馆活动以及充满活力的社区氛围，每周都是创造充满奥克兰独特活力的难忘回忆的绝佳场所。

OMCA 还提供 OMCA 停车场 10 美元的固定停车费，有效时间至晚上 10 点。请注意，禁止携带外部酒类入场，活动详情及演出安排可能会有变动。

For more information and a full schedule of events, visit the OMCA website.

星期五 Nights 八月 Program Dates:
星期五, 八月 7, 2026
星期五, 八月 14, 2026
星期五, 八月 21, 2026
星期五, 八月 28, 2026

星期五 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.

星期五, 八月 7 l 5–9 pm

星期五 Nights at OMCA | Live Music by seiji oda, Music Set by DJ Benet, Community Tabling with Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul Soccer Club, Bookmark Making, and Gallery Chats

This 星期五 Night at the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) seiji oda takes over the Garden Stage with a dynamic live performance celebrating “A Renaissance in the Town.” Blending his signature “lofi-hyphy” sound with ambient textures and Bay Area influences, the Oakland rapper and producer delivers a vibrant set that highlights the next generation of local music while honoring the artists who paved the way.

Keeping the energy flowing, DJ Benet brings an eclectic mix of Hip-Hop, R&B, rock, pop, and more to the Amphitheater throughout the evening. Known for his versatility as a DJ, producer, and recording artist, the Oakland native creates an engaging soundtrack that keeps guests moving while showcasing his passion for boundary-pushing musical experiences.

Guests can also connect with the community by visiting the Oakland Roots and Soul Soccer Club in the Garden, where they can learn more about the teams, browse merchandise, enjoy a fun game of Plinko, and enter for the chance to win raffle prizes. Families and visitors of all ages are also invited to kick off back-to-school season with a hands-on bookmark-making activity, creating a personalized keepsake to take home.

Alongside an exceptional event experience, 星期五 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.

星期五, 八月 14 | 5–9 pm

星期五 Nights at OMCA | Live Music by Ashley Mehta, DJ set by BRIIZA, Locking Dance Lesson with Chaz, and Gallery Chats

星期五 Nights at the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) comes alive with a captivating live performance from Ashley Mehta on the Garden Stage. Blending powerhouse vocals, infectious pop melodies, and emotionally honest songwriting, the rising singer-songwriter delivers a dynamic set that moves seamlessly between intimate storytelling and high-energy anthems, creating an unforgettable connection with the audience.

Bringing even more energy to the evening, BRIIZA takes over the Amphitheater with a vibrant DJ set that weaves together Latin music, Bay Area classics, house, and global electronic sounds. Renowned for her fearless, genre-spanning approach and electrifying presence behind the decks, the Salvadoran producer and DJ keeps guests dancing with an upbeat, family-friendly soundtrack.

Guests can also step onto the dance floor during a locking dance lesson led by Chaz. This interactive experience introduces the eight foundational movements of the iconic street dance style while exploring rhythm, groove, and technique, offering participants of all levels the opportunity to learn from a seasoned artist.

星期五, 八月 21 | 5–9 pm

星期五 Nights at OMCA | Live Music by Sabrina Shauna, DJ Set by Zaynub, Live Figure Drawing with Sketchboard Co., and Gallery Chats

This 星期五 Night at the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA), the stage is set for an evening of soulful sounds as Bay Area artist Sabrina Shauna brings her signature blend of R&B and pop to the Garden Stage. Featuring powerhouse vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and infectious energy, her performance showcases fan favorites, new music, and an uplifting spirit that invites audiences to sing, dance, and connect.

Keeping the momentum going, Zaynub takes over the Amphitheater with a genre-spanning DJ set rooted in nostalgia, storytelling, and feel-good grooves. Blending 90s and 2000s favorites with modern Hip-Hop, R&B, pop, funk, and soul, the Bay Area DJ creates an upbeat soundtrack that celebrates community while keeping the dance floor moving all evening long. With gallery admission, guests can also join Sketchboard Co. in the Gallery of California Art for live figure drawing sessions.

我们欢迎所有水平的参与者，包括从未画过画但想尝试的人。现场将提供画具和画板供大家使用，您创作的作品可以带回家，也可以与他人交换。一位身着特色服饰、展现湾区多元文化的模特将在加州艺术画廊内进行2至20分钟不等的摆姿。由于写生将在展厅内进行，请注意留出足够空间，并仅从家中携带以下画材：素描本（最大尺寸9×12英寸）以及预先削尖并装在笔套中的石墨、木炭或康特铅笔。

星期五, 八月 28 | 5–9 pm

星期五 Nights at OMCA | Live Music by BULULÚ, Afro Dance Lesson with Danaite Gebremeskel, DJ Set by TIEDYE, and Gallery Chats

This 星期五 Night the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) comes alive with the vibrant sounds and rhythms of the Caribbean as BULULÚ takes the Garden Stage for an electrifying live performance. Led by Venezuelan-born percussionist, composer, and vocalist Lali Mejia, the ensemble blends salsa, cumbia, merengue, calypso, joropo, and other traditions into a joyful celebration of music, culture, and community that invites guests to dance the night away.

Keeping the energy in motion, Danaite Gebremeskel leads an interactive Afro dance lesson in the Amphitheater, introducing participants to foundational movements, musicality, and the rich cultural traditions that inspire modern African dance. Welcoming all experience levels, the class offers a fun and engaging opportunity to connect through rhythm and movement.

As the evening goes on, TIEDYE delivers a high-energy DJ set that weaves together old-school R&B, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Afrohouse, Hip Hop, and dancehall. Known for creating immersive musical experiences that uplift and inspire, the Bay Area artist and DJ keeps the celebration going with infectious grooves that bring people together on the dance floor.

OMCA Launches Bloomberg Connects—A Free Digital Guide

八月, 2026 | Free | OMCA Campus

This summer, the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) will launch its first Bloomberg Connects guide. Bloomberg Connects is a free digital guide platform that features over 1,200 cultural organizations across the globe. The platform enhances a visit to OMCA with deeper interpretation through audio and video storytelling, available on-site and online, before, during, and after your visit.

OMCA’s Bloomberg Connects digital guide will welcome visitors with audio tour stops featuring behind-the-scenes stories and perspectives from OMCA community members and staff about specific California artworks, objects, animals, and environments highlighted in our three Collection Galleries and OMCA Garden.

OMCA’s Bloomberg Connects guide will facilitate rich and meaningful discovery and engagement with multilingual support, accessibility features, maps and wayfinding, and important visit information about all OMCA offerings, including the OMCA Garden, the OMCA Shop, and OMCA’s Cafe, Town Fare by Michele McQueen.

Spotlight Sundays: Local Short Film Showcase and Conversation with Cinemama

星期日, 八月 16, 2026 | 1–2:45 pm | $10 All-Inclusive Ticket | James Moore Theater

This Spotlight Sundays, the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) is partnering with Oakland’s filmmaking community hub Cinemama, to feature two local films exploring identity, place, and resilience—themes featured in our current exhibition, Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory. Welcome to the Neighborhood (28min) follows the Howard family, who joined the growing number of African Americans moving to Berkeley during WWII. Directed by Pam Uzzell, this story examines the forces of gentrification and the resistance movement led by Mildred’s mother, Mable Howard.

Blú Honey (19min), directed by filmmaker and poet Donté Clark, is an homage to Clark’s hometown of Richmond. An emotive and poetic film, it traces the torching reality of the Black male experience across four generations and a spiritual commitment to community empowerment and liberation. Following the screenings, join us in conversation with Cinemama founder Niema Jordan, filmmaker Donté Clark, and interdisciplinary artist and urban cultural preservationist Rashida Chase as they explore notions of home and belonging.

OMCA encourages visitors to continue the conversation after the screening. The panelists and filmmakers will host a post-program gathering in the adjacent space until 3:30 pm. All are welcome to join!

Spotlight Sundays ticket is $10 and includes access to all of OMCA’s galleries, including Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory!

OMCA 画廊聊天室

Fridays, 5:30–7:30 pm | All Galleries

Gallery Chats puts a twist on the traditional museum tour by encouraging meaningful conversations and fresh interpretations of the artwork, artifacts, and stories in OMCA’s galleries. This informal drop-in experience is an opportunity for visitors to share their personal reflections with and ask questions of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteer facilitators.

Visitors can find Gallery Chatters—wearing their blue “Let’s Chat” shirts—and floating between all of OMCA’s galleries during 星期五 Nights (四月-Oct), ThursDates (Jan-三月), and the Museum’s community celebrations, including Lunar New Year, Día de los Muertos, and Juneteenth (hours vary).

Whether visitors are curious about something on view or excited to reflect on their own experiences, Gallery Chatters are there to help spark conversation and connection.

OMCA的第一个星期天

每月第一个星期日

Every first 星期日 of the month, enjoy free admission to the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA)—now including all Special Exhibitions! Explore the Galleries of California Art, History, and Natural Sciences, shop for locally made goods, or relax in our garden—all for free.

Visitors are encouraged to reserve tickets online in advance to secure preferred entry times and reduce wait times. Tickets are also available at the admissions desk on a first-come, first-served basis.

OMCA 建筑漫步与座谈

每月第一个星期日下午1点

跟随建筑委员会的成员，漫步于奥克兰现代艺术博物馆（OMCA）的地标性建筑及花园之中，在对OMCA和奥克兰充满热忱的向导带领下，了解这座屡获殊荣的建筑的历史、设计及其演变历程。

无需预约或购票。本次“漫步与畅谈”活动将在半山票务处附近开始，时长约一小时。

如需参观OMCA的常设展厅或特展，请提前在线购票，或于参观当天在票务处购票。

奥克兰现代艺术博物馆（OMCA）同期展出的其他展览

Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory
Closing in 10月 | Great Hall

Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory is the first major museum exhibition to celebrate the work of beloved Bay Area artist Mildred Howard. Spanning Howard’s five-decade practice, Poetics of Memory brings together her renowned collages, found-object sculptures, and immersive installations that explore memory, identity, and the African American experience. New and never-before-seen pieces punctuate the exhibition, while archival materials from Howard’s Oakland studio illuminate the cultural currents and lived experiences that shape her practice.

Born in San Francisco in 1945, Howard has been a lifelong resident of the East Bay. In the 1970s, she began making art influenced by textiles, African Diasporic dance, and fellow artists like Betye Saar, Raymond Saunders, and David Ireland. Howard’s studio became a space for experimentation, where her work has referenced both personal history and collective, generational experiences—from World War I and rapper Tupac Shakur to her family’s own roots in the Great Migration. Similarly, Howard’s monumental public artworks—found across the Bay Area—have highlighted often overlooked histories, from the Black shipworkers of Hunters Point to the musicians who defined San Francisco jazz.

Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory invites visitors into Howard’s vibrant, poetic world—to reflect on how personal memory and collective history intertwine, and to connect their own lived experiences to the broader stories that define us.

Konkow Maidu Baskets
Ongoing | Gallery of California History

Learn about historic Konkow Maidu master weavers and their descendants carrying forward the living tradition of basketry from generation to generation. Originally in the Oakland Museum of California’s collection, the baskets from this display are part of a group of items repatriated to the Berry Creek Rancheria of Maidu Indians of California in 2024.

The baskets on view represent an intergenerational exchange of knowledge that is essential to Konkow Maidu daily life, food systems, ceremony, and survival. Visitors will encounter Native voices directly through text from members of the Berry Creek Rancheria of Maidu Indians of California.

《仙境@75：魔法的传承》
持续展出 | 加州自然科学馆走廊

本次联合展览邀请游客深入了解仙境乐园的历史、演变及其历久弥新的魔力。探索仙境乐园的发展历程，通过“昔与今”的对比欣赏备受喜爱的园区景点，并一窥乐园光明的未来。游客将欣赏到本地艺术家创作的微缩模型、数十年间“魔法钥匙”的珍贵照片，甚至还能登上仙境乐园最初的“快乐小电车”之一，供儿童和家庭体验乘坐。本次展览旨在颂扬仙境乐园的永恒遗产及其在塑造奥克兰文化景观中的重要作用。

OMCA儿童馆：自然游乐区
持续展出 | 加州自然科学展厅

在“OMCA儿童：自然游乐区”，小探索者们可以尽情释放好奇心与想象力。该游乐区位于加州自然科学展厅内，专为2至5岁儿童及其家庭和看护人量身打造。游戏对每个孩子的健康成长至关重要，这里为每个人都准备了丰富的内容——从搭建材料、自然主题拼图，到激发创造力、好奇心和快乐的动手活动。我们最年幼的博物馆访客还能探索那些栖息在奥克兰溪流、山丘和后院中的动物。这个游乐区为家庭提供了一个既有趣又安全的场所，让大家在玩耍中与其他家庭建立联系。

您所在的位置：地图上的加州故事
进行中 | 加州自然科学画廊

我们在日常生活中无时无刻不在使用地图——无论是搭乘公共交通、寻找用餐地点，还是可视化天气模式或政治观点等大数据。但您是否曾思考过，地图背后蕴藏着更深层的故事？在“您在此处：地图上的加州故事”展览中，您将发现地图远不止表面所见。展览汇集了来自奥克兰、湾区及加利福尼亚州的各类地图——从环境状况与健康指标，到社区视角与创意艺术作品——带您体验地图如何成为分享独特观点、构想美好未来的强大工具。通过社区制作的地图，探索熟悉场所的新视角，并在展览内的社区地图上标记您自己的故事。

黑人力量
正在展出 | 加州历史画廊

加州历史画廊推出引人入胜的新展，带您探索加州黑人权力运动的历史。作为对2016年广受欢迎的展览《权力归于人民：黑豹党五十周年》的回应，《黑人权力》生动展现了加州黑人反种族主义活动家如何以创新方式支持社区并挑战美国政府。展览以黑豹党为例，揭示了文化与社会进步的加州与州内经济种族主义及压迫现象之间的矛盾。这一段加州历史通过历史照片、发人深省的展品、标志性海报、绘画以及鼓励参观者在现实世界中采取行动的互动提示得以呈现。深入了解湾区在这段全国性历史中的作用，以及这段历史至今仍产生的深远影响。

“问题之桥：黑人男性”
进行中 | 加州艺术画廊

沉浸于这些私密视频之中——这些视频经过精心编织与编排，模拟了参与者之间的面对面对话——展现了来自全美各地160多位黑人男性的多元群像。聆听这些男性以非凡的诚实与坦率相互回应，通过个人化的生活叙述分享他们的故事、信念与价值观。涵盖家庭、爱情、跨种族关系、社区、教育及智慧等主题，《问桥：黑人男性》呈现了美国社会中黑人男性过去、现在与未来的细腻群像。请聆听、观看、学习，并通过这一深刻动人的装置艺术开启您自己的对话。《Question Bridge》是由艺术家克里斯·约翰逊（Chris Johnson）与汉克·威利斯·托马斯（Hank Willis Thomas）携手贝耶特·罗斯·史密斯（Bayeté Ross Smith）和卡马尔·辛克莱（Kamal Sinclair）共同创作的一部创新且广受展出的视频装置作品。

多萝西娅·兰格：摄影即行动主义
持续展出 | 加州艺术馆

在加州艺术馆专设的扩充展区中，深入体验世界著名纪实摄影师多萝西娅·兰格的传奇人生与艺术成就。兰格通过镜头，以引人入胜的摄影作品记录了美国社会生活，捕捉了20世纪最具冲击力的瞬间。本次展览精选自兰格的个人档案——该档案于50多年前捐赠给奥克兰现代艺术博物馆（OMCA）——并呼应2017年广受好评的《多萝西娅·兰格：视觉的政治》特展，新增的多幅摄影作品生动展现了摄影作为社会行动主义的强大力量。您将看到兰格的作品如何持续触动数百万观众，并激励新一代艺术家与社会活动家。

多萝西娅·兰格数字档案馆
通过OMCA的“多萝西娅·兰格数字档案馆”，探索印刷品、实地笔记、底片、接触印相等丰富资料。

ABOUT THE OAKLAND MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA
Founded in 1969 as a “museum of the people,” Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) tells the diverse stories of California’s art, history, and natural environment. Through inclusive exhibitions, public programs, and educational initiatives, OMCA creates space for meaningful dialogue and strives to build more equitable, empathetic, and connected communities. With more than 2 million objects, OMCA’s collection of art, history, and natural science is a resource for understanding California’s dynamic heritage—all within its 110,000 square feet of gallery space and seven-acre campus. A leading Bay Area cultural institution rooted in Oakland, OMCA is dedicated to fostering an environment where visitors from the region, state, and beyond feel valued and empowered to shape the future of California’s cultural landscape.

VISITOR INFORMATION
The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) is located at 1000 Oak Street, at 10th Street, in Oakland. All-inclusive Museum admission is $25 general admission; $22 for seniors; $18 for youth ages 12 to 17, as well as for students and educators with valid ID; and free for Members and children 12 and under. OMCA offers onsite underground parking and is conveniently located one block from the Lake Merritt BART station, on the corner of 10th Street and Oak Street. An accessibility ramp is located at the 1000 Oak Street main entrance to the Museum.