Local Calendar
Public meetings and community events across Alameda County, gathered from the bodies that publish them.
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Wednesday, September 30
All dayArt Exhibit Opening Reception: Mi'Chelle FredrickCity of Alameda — city events & activities
Mastick, Front Lobby, 1155 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
7:00 AMKONO Ambassador Neighborhood CleanupOakland community events calendar (city events page)
Suite #109, 2633 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
8:30 AMKeep Dimond Clean Every WednesdayOakland community events calendar (city events page)
2055 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland
10:30 AMWalking on WednesdaysCity of Piedmont — meetings and events
Meet in front of the Exedra Arch at Highland and Magnolia, Piedmont
11:00 AMOakland Police & Fire Retirement System Board of AdministrationCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center5 events
- 11:00 AMSunstruck
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 2:00 PMMars: The Ultimate Voyage
- 3:00 PMMaya Archeoastronomy
1:00 PMFriends of Sausal Creek: Native Plant NurseryOakland community events calendar (city events page)
Friends of Sausal Creek Native Plant Nursery, Oakland
6:00 PMPolice CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Thursday, October 1
8:00 AMMACRO Town Care CaféOakland community events calendar (city events page)
Oakland
8:00 AMTown Care CaféOakland community events calendar (city events page)
Town Care Café at the Frank Ogawa Plaza, 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland
10:30 AM*Rules & Legislation CommitteeCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center5 events
- 11:00 AMWorlds of Curiosity
- 12:00 PMMars: The Ultimate Voyage
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 2:00 PMSPACETIME
- 3:00 PMZodiac Tours
5:00 PMPrivacy Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Privacy Advisory Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that advises the City of Oakland on best practices to protect residents' privacy in connection with the city's purchase and use of surveillance equipment and other technology that collects or stores data.
5:30 PMFriends of Concordia ParkOakland community events calendar (city events page)
3000 62nd Ave, Oakland
6:00 PMBicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that serves as a resource to city staff and a public forum on Oakland's efforts to improve the safety and access of walking and bicycling.
6:30 PMCannabis Regulatory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
7:00 PMHistorical Advisory BoardCancelledCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Historical Advisory Board
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
An appointed board that promotes the educational, cultural and economic welfare of Alameda by preserving and protecting the historical resources that are visible reminders of the city's history and heritage.
7:00 PMHistorical Advisory Board MeetingCity of Alameda — city events & activities
City Chambers, Alameda 95101, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
Friday, October 2
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center5 events
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 3:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
5:00 PMFriday Nights at OMCA with Shanté | Nexus Black Art WeekOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
Friday Nights at OMCA features live music by Shanté, a DJ set by Moteef, Drag Storytime with Per Sia, a mini house-making activity, and a panel discussion with Mildred Howard and Adrian Burrell as part of Nexus Black Art Week. Gallery Chats are available throughout the museum.
5:30 PMSpecial Guest Gallery Chat: Mildred Howard and Adrian BurrellOakland Museum of California
James Moore Theater, 1000 Oak St, Oakland
Mildred Howard and Adrian Burrell participate in a gallery chat at the James Moore Theater, moderated by Autumn King. The conversation explores their artistic practices and perspectives, in conjunction with MoAD Nexus Black Art Week. The event includes music, performances, and family activities.
Saturday, October 3
- 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Oakland community events calendar (city events page)4 events
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center5 events
- 11:00 AMC360: The Home Galaxy
- 12:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 1:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 3:00 PMLunaverse
Sunday, October 4
9:00 AMAlameda Household Hazardous Waste Event 10/4/26City of Alameda — city events & activities
Alameda
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center6 events
- 11:00 AMOhlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 3:00 PMScouting Stars: Autumn
- 4:00 PMFrightLight Halloween Laser Show
1:00 PMOMCA Architecture Walk and TalkOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
A guided tour of OMCA's building and gardens led by the Council on Architecture, discussing the history and design of the museum. The walk begins near the Mid Level ticketing desk and lasts about an hour. No reservations required.
Monday, October 5
6:00 PMCity CouncilCity of Piedmont — meetings and events
City Council
City Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611, Piedmont
The elected City Council of Piedmont, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.
6:00 PMLandmarks Preservation Advisory BoardCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board
Oakland
An appointed board that identifies historic landmarks in Oakland, conducts design review hearings on historic properties, and advises the Planning Commission and City Council on preservation.
7:00 PM10/5/2026 Open Government Commission MeetingCity of Alameda — city events & activities
Alameda
7:00 PMOpen Government CommissionUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Open Government Commission
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
Tuesday, October 6
3:30 PM* Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City CouncilCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
* Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council
City Council Chamber, 3rd Floor, Oakland
6:00 PMIndependent Institute: California’s Proposed Wealth TaxBayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar
Independent Institute Conference Center, 100 Swan Way, Oakland
A panel discussion at the Independent Institute Conference Center will explore the economic, legal, and policy implications of California’s proposed wealth tax, based on the Reset Report. Panelists include Joshua D. Rauh, Kristian Fors, and Phil Magness. Registration is required.
7:00 PMCity CouncilUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
City Council
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda CA 94501, Alameda
The elected City Council of Alameda, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.
7:00 PMRegular City Council Meetings 2026City of Alameda — city events & activities
City Council
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
The elected City Council of Alameda, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.
Wednesday, October 7
10:30 AMWalking on WednesdaysCity of Piedmont — meetings and events
Meet in front of the Exedra Arch at Highland and Magnolia, Piedmont
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center5 events
- 11:00 AMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 12:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 1:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 3:00 PMForward to the Moon
3:00 PMPlanning CommissionCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Planning Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that promotes the orderly growth and development of Oakland through studies, decisions on development proposals and policy recommendations to the City Council.
4:30 PMSubcommittee of the City Council and School BoardUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Subcommittee of the City Council and School Board
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Conference Room 360, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
5:30 PMPark CommissionCity of Piedmont — meetings and events
Park Commission
City Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont
An appointed commission that advises the City of Piedmont on its parks and public grounds.