Don’t miss the chance to enjoy Jack London Square’s bustling waterfront with a packed calendar of outdoor events.
The Rod & Custom Car Show comes to Jack London Square on May 25.
Published: May, 2013
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy Jack London Square’s bustling waterfront with a packed calendar of outdoor events. The month of May offers something for both visitors and locals including night markets, classic car shows, culinary delights, crafting extravaganzas, Mother’s Day brunch and much more!
May kicks off with the return of Jack’s Night Market on Friday, May 3 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Market-goers will delight in a captivating evening on the waterfront filled with merriment and verve. This vibrant outdoor bazaar will light up the Square with an eclectic mix of artisans, music and street performers, as well as a selection of tasty treats, street food, beer and wine. All beer and wine sales from Jack’s Night Market benefit the Sustainable Business Alliance and Oakland Grown.
The fun continues on Sunday, May 12, with the Patchwork Indie Art & Craft Festival featuring local emerging artists, crafters and designers showcasing a variety of handmade goods including art, knits, clothing, paper goods, accessories, housewares and more. Attendees can even get in on the crafting action with a free DIY crafting station. The Patchwork Indie Art & Craft Festival will also feature local food producers, musicians, book signings and more—all taking place in the Jack London Square Pavilion.
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12 and Jack London Square is a great place to bring mom for brunch on the waterfront, followed by an exciting day of biking, kayaking, walking the shoreline or climbing aboard the USS Potomac.
From car buffs to casual enthusiasts, the waterfront will transform into an auto mecca on Saturday, May 25 for the Rod & Custom Car Show. The Square will be filled with vintage vehicles from the 1920s to 1960s that will turn heads including rare Model As, Roadsters and Thunderbirds.
With summer around the corner, LES MILLS is the perfect place to get fit and have fun on Wednesdays between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Instructors will offer a variety of free classes including dance, strength, martial arts, mind/body and more.
In addition to all the waterfront events, Jack London Square visitors can dine at a variety of contemporary restaurants including Bocanova, Forge Pizza, Haven, Lungomare and more. Visitors can easily bike, ferry or drive to Jack London Square, which offers parking and valet for bikes and vehicles. For additional information, visit www.jacklondonsquare.com.
