Jack London Square rings in the start of summer with a fun-filled calendar of free events on the iconic Oakland waterfront. From local hipsters to visiting families, this hub for activity offers something for everyone, including the return of Oakland's summer favorites Dancing Under the Stars, Waterfront Flicks and Jack's Night Market.
Quirky street performers and interactive entertainment are just part of what you will find at Jack’s Night Market this summer.
Published: June, 2015
Jack London Square rings in the start of summer with a fun-filled calendar of free events on the iconic Oakland waterfront. From local hipsters to visiting families, this hub for activity offers something for everyone, including the return of Oakland’s summer favorites Dancing Under the Stars, Waterfront Flicks and Jack’s Night Market.
Moviegoers are invited to cozy up Thursday evenings for outdoor screenings of hit movies as part of the Waterfront Flicks series. Free to attend, Waterfront Flicks will host fan favorites at sundown, including Jurassic Park and Maleficent in June. From date night to family fun night, showgoers can start their evenings early with dinner at one of Jack London Square’s waterfront restaurants, or pick up a quick bite from one of the casual eateries to enjoy during the screening. Moviegoers should arrive early with blankets in hand for pre-film festivities including small eats, trivia and giveaways.
The Bay Area’s favorite dance series, Dancing Under the Stars, returns to Jack London Square on Friday nights from June 5 through August 28. Dancers of all experience levels will kick up their heels for an evening of free dance lessons while grooving to different themes each week, including the cha-cha, salsa, West Coast swing and single time swing, in June. These festive, free dance lessons begin at 8:30 p.m., followed by a free dance party at 9 p.m. to try out all the new moves!
Jack’s Night Market returns for the first of three evening bazaars this summer on Friday, June 19. The Oakland waterfront will light up on these vibrant evenings featuring an eclectic mix of artisans, music, food and fun, along with quirky street performers, interactive entertainment and more! Jack’s Night Market will also take place on Friday, July 17 and Friday, August 14.
Furthermore, for two straight weekends, East Bay Open Studio will host an art sale at Jack London Square showcasing artwork from more than 85 artists. This special sale offering everything from painting to photography and sculptures to glasswork will take place on Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7 and again on Saturday and Sunday, June 13-14.
In addition to all the special events, Jack London Square offers food, drinks and entertainment at Jack’s Oyster Bar & Fish House, Plank, Rosenblum Cellars, Bocanova, Forge Pizza, Haven, Lungomare and more. Visitors can easily bike, ferry, BART or drive to Jack London Square. For additional information, visit www.jacklondonsquare.com.
