Town Bizness—Independent Business Month Oakland First Fridays July 5th
Prepare to dive into the dynamic heart of Oakland First Fridays, where the spotlight shines on our local independent businesses, each one a distinct and precious facet of this enchanting event.

This month, join in celebrating the dedicated individuals who power these extraordinary enterprises, making First Fridays an unforgettable tapestry of community, creativity, and boundless inspiration.

Oakland First Fridays is Oakland’s nonprofit signature monthly celebration of arts, culture, food, and community. It happens on the first Friday of the month and draws up to 30 thousand people from Oakland and the surrounding areas to celebrate our unique community.

It is a free event open to people of all ages, and they keep vendor fees low in order to create opportunities and reduce barriers to entry for Oakland’s small businesses and artistic entrepreneurs. Monthly themes focus on the communities of Oakland including LGBTQ Pride, Black Love, Latin Pride, Youth, Women, and many more.

And, on the first Friday of every month, Oakland Art Murmur hosts an evening art walk featuring arts and mixed-use venues collectively open to the public.

Details
Oakland  First Fridays
Friday, July 5th from 5 to 9 PM
Along Telegraph Avenue from 22nd to 27th
In Downtown Oakland