Live music in Oakland, CA

Figure Eight, Mop, and Starbelliedbug bring live performances to a summer celebration in the Mission. Program Audio residents lethargy and moth handle DJ duties to keep the music going and close the evening.

Catch The Beths live for an indie pop, modern power pop performance at the Fox Theater in Oakland. This is a Friday night show featuring the band as the headliner.

Join this live tribute show at Retro Junkie featuring a PETER FRAMPTON Tribute plus THE PIANO MAN sing-along. It is an in-person, 21+ event with free parking available.

Jill Scott brings the To Whom This May Concern Tour to Paramount Theatre of the Arts in a strictly phone-free setting. Cell phones, smart glasses, and other recording devices are not permitted in the performance space. On arrival, phones and related accessories are secured in Yondr pouches that remain with guests and are unlocked when the event concludes. Guests keep their belongings at all times. If you need to use your phone, visit a designated Phone Use Area in the venue, then reseal the pouch before returning to the performance. Anyone using a non-permitted device during the show will be escorted out. Bringing a credit card is recommended for purchases inside the venue. Ticket options include a public on-sale, several presales through partners such as Live Nation, Citi for cardmembers, the artist, the venue, SiriusXM, and Bandsintown, along with VIP packages.

Teddy Riley appears at Yoshi's Oakland - Jack London square, bringing a career that helped define New Jack Swing and reshape popular music. Credited with originating the style that bridged hip hop and R&B, his influence has reached contemporary R&B, hip hop, gospel, soul, and pop since the early 1980s. A Grammy winner and multi-platinum producer with more than a thousand credits, he produced Michael Jackson's Dangerous, moving over 40 million copies worldwide. Early milestones include co-producing Doug E. Fresh and the Get Fresh Crew's The Show and, at 17, producing Kool Moe Dee's Go See the Doctor, which entered the Billboard Hot 100. His success with Keith Sweat's Make It Last Forever and the hit I Want Her helped launch the New Jack Swing era. Riley went on to form Guy with Aaron Hall and Timmy Gatling, produce Big Daddy Kane's I Get The Job Done, and craft work for The Jacksons, the Winans, James Ingram, and the crossover remix of Jane Child's Don't Wanna Fall in Love. He later guided Wreck-N-Effect on Hard or Smooth and signed The Neptunes while creating Rump Shaker, then founded Blackstreet and delivered enduring singles like No Diggity featuring Dr. Dre and Queen Pen, Don't Leave Me, and Girlfriend/Boyfriend with Janet Jackson, Eve, and Ja Rule. Recognition includes induction into the Hip hop Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, a Soul Train Legend Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, while companies such as Yamaha, PreSonus, and AKAI have also relied on his technical expertise.

Enjoy an evening of flamenco featuring flamenco guitar, singing, and dance. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show runs from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM at The Sound Room. The performance will highlight the passionate rhythms and storytelling that make flamenco such a beloved art form.

GRiZ is performing at The Independent in San Francisco. The show is listed for late evening, with doors/show time starting at 10:00 PM local venue time.

Enjoy the 25th annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival, a vibrant community celebration featuring global music, art, makers and crafters, folkloric traditions, and food. It is designed for all ages and abilities and takes over more than 8 blocks for a full day of performances and cultural fun.

Get ready for the Bay Area’s biggest 2000’s Day Party with a live performance by Nivea. Expect throwback Y2K energy all afternoon with DJ Heartbreak, Red Corvette, and H Holla spinning music to keep the vibe going. 2000’s attire is highly encouraged, and there will also be bottle service and hookah available with a table reservation. Please note that all sales are final and refunds are not available.

Part of the Jazz Piano Masters Series at Piedmont Piano Company, Cyrus Chestnut performs solo at the piano. Known for nimble technique and a warm, gospel rooted swing, he shapes each set in the moment, responding to the room and the listeners for a singular experience. Two shows are planned. Seating is limited, and purchasing in advance is recommended. General admission is $40 in advance and $45 at the door.

Teddy Riley is performing live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show starts at 9:30 PM.

Get ready for a second-Saturday vinyl dance party with a mix of cumbia, funk, oldies, soul sides, freestyle, hip hop, reggaeton, and more. The night runs from 10:00 PM to close with DJs, and it’s a 21+ event. Doors open at 10:00 PM.

Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival is coming to Golden Gate Park for a Sunday show featuring RÜFÜS DU SOL, Baby Keem, and Empire of the Sun. Doors open in the late morning for a day of live music in the park.

Take part in a welcoming drum circle at Ashkenaz where rhythm becomes a pathway to connection, stress relief, and uplift. Guided by facilitator Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR, founder of DRUMMM Rhythmic Events, this interactive experience invites participation from everyone, no matter your background with music. Bring a drum if you have one, or use one available on site for a $5 convenience fee. Seating is provided. People of all ages, cultures, genders, and abilities are invited to participate, from first-timers to longtime drummers. Minors must attend with an adult.

Settle into a restorative sound bath that blends gentle yoga, live music, breathing techniques, and the soothing warmth of hot stones for deep relaxation and renewal. Guided by Darren Main, participants move through supportive poses that encourage openness and ease while skilled sound healers provide live music. Smooth, heated stones are placed on key points of the body as each posture unfolds, inviting deep release and tranquility. This immersive experience nurtures body, mind, and spirit, offering a chance to step away from distractions and tune into inner rhythms. Tickets are $45, with an early bird rate of $40 available until two weeks prior. BIPOC discounts are available by contacting hello@mygreenyogi.com. Registrations for workshops and events can be canceled and refunded up to 48 hours in advance or applied to a future instance of the same event where applicable. Within 48 hours, registrations are non-refundable.

Profantaica takes the stage at Cornerstone with an onslaught in store, joined by special guests Morbosidad and Cloak.

Case takes the stage with a live band at Yoshi's Oakland -Jack London square, bringing the smooth, heartfelt R&B and soul that have defined his platinum-selling career. Born Case Woodard and raised across Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Mount Vernon, he honed his voice early, moving from the groups Future and Black to co-writing and singing background for Usher, Christopher Williams, and Al B. Sure before being discovered by Russell Simmons and signing with Def Jam. His 1996 debut introduced the international hit Touch Me, Tease Me featuring Foxy Brown and Mary J. Blige, paving the way for Personal Conversation with favorites like Happily Ever After and Faded Pictures. Open Letter delivered the chart-topping Missing You and brought Grammy nominations for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration. His songs have appeared on soundtracks for films such as Nutty Professor, Rush Hour, and The Best Man, and collaborations with artists like Ja Rule showcased his range. Later releases including The Rose Experience, Here, My Love, Heaven's Door, and Therapy with the single Make Love featuring Teddy Riley and Tank reflect his continued evolution and dedication to songs about love.

Little Feat is coming to the Fox Theater in Oakland for a show starting at 8:00 PM. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Catch The Blues Project live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show starts at 8:00 PM, and tickets are available through Etix.

Catch a live pop headliner performance by Audrey Hobert at the Paramount Theatre in Oakland. The show is on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

Tedeschi Trucks Band brings the Future Soul 2026 Tour to the Greek Theatre at UC Berkeley, with Lukas Nelson opening the show. Tickets are available now.

Rotimi brings a dynamic blend of R&B smoothness, Afrobeats pulse, and on-screen charisma to Yoshi’s Oakland in Jack London Square. The Nigerian American actor, singer, and songwriter known for his role in Power draws on songs such as In My Bed, Love Riddim, and What to Do to showcase his Afro-R&B style and global reach. Sharing the bill, Bay Area artist Red Lotus delivers sharp lyricism and a versatile sound that weaves hip hop with R&B, pop, rock, and EDM influences. Hosting duties are handled by Phoenyx Rose, an international hip hop artist and storyteller whose presence connects each set and keeps the program moving. Together they shape a cross-genre performance where Afrobeats, R&B, and hip hop converge, cultures intersect, and the energy stays high from the opening moments to the final bow. Presented by Mark Elliott of the A-List Musiq Circle and Kim Pruitt of KP Entertainment Connections, with Phoenyx Rose as host, first lady of Hip Hop TV.

FloLab pushes back against the gentrification of Bay Area Hip Hop, creating a weekly home where MCs still hone their craft, the crowd’s voice counts, and the culture stays with the people. Each week, artists, writers, listeners, and the community gather for a $300 rap writing contest with open mic energy in a room built on substance, style, and truth. You do not have to rap to be part of it, as guests are welcome to watch, vibe, and connect with a community determined to keep real Hip Hop rooted in the Bay. Contestants check Instagram for the current topic and beats, register in advance on the website, and read the full rules. Write one verse for each beat, with hooks or choruses allowed, and memorizing verses can strengthen a performance. Win the crowd to win the money. Prizes are $150 for first place, $100 for second, and $50 for third. People come for genuine culture, a growing Bay Area community, weekly themes that reflect real life, a space for MCs to build, test, sharpen, and perform, and an audience that truly cares. The organizers are also working toward expansion into San Francisco and San Jose and welcome monthly donors to help sustain and grow the movement.

OmniBachata brings a weekly social and práctica to Oakland, blending sensual bachata music with connection-focused dancing and a community that welcomes everyone. Whether you are fresh from class or coming just to dance, it offers a comfortable space to unwind, practice, and move with the rhythm into the night. The gathering takes place at The Oak Grove.

A dance party at Just Dance Ballroom welcomes long-time dancers and those curious to try something new. Attendees can take a midweek break on the dance floor.

Catch Tracie Spencer live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM, with tickets available through Etix.

OmniZouk hosts a weekly social and práctica with an open floor for Brazilian Zouk. The focus is on connection and technique in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, with music to dance to and room to work on skills, whether polishing head movement or simply enjoying the energy of the room. Dancers of all backgrounds are invited to participate. The gathering takes place at The Oak Grove. Drop-in admission is $15 plus fees.