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Public meetings and community events across Alameda County, gathered from the bodies that publish them.
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Saturday, October 24
- 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Oakland community events calendar (city events page)9 events
- 8:30 AMDistrict 5 Weekend Beautification
- 8:30 AMMelrose Community Cleanup & Gardening on Fourth Saturdays
- 9:00 AMBulky Block Party
- 9:00 AMFriends of Joaquin Miller Park
- 9:00 AMFriends of Sausal Creek: Monterey Redwoods
- 9:00 AMGarden with NHCA on Fourth Saturdays
- 9:00 AMKeep Dimond Clean Every Saturday
- 10:00 AMLake Merritt Institute Community Cleanup
- 10:00 AMPeralta Hacienda Park Community Cleanup
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center12 events
- 11:00 AMC360: The Home Galaxy
- 11:00 AMC360: The Home Galaxy
- 12:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 12:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 1:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 1:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 3:00 PMLunaverse
- 3:00 PMLunaverse
- 5:00 PMHike & Sip
- 5:00 PMHike & Sip
11:00 AMTrunk or Treat Featuring Unhaunted House & Make-a-ThonHayward Area Recreation & Park District
Kennedy Park, 19501 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward
2:00 PMCreatures of Impulse | Face-Off 2026Firehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton
Local Bay Area improv teams perform against Creatures of Impulse in a pro-wrestling themed series. Four shows feature different performances, with audience interaction and chances to win prizes. Performances run October 22-24, 2026, at Firehouse Arts Center.
2:00 PMJoe Rubay for Assembly: BBQ, Beers and BallotsBayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar
188 Erselia Trail, Alamo
Joe Rubay, candidate for Assembly District 16, hosts a public event featuring barbecue, beer, and discussion of ballot issues. The event is free but requires registration. It is open to the public.
7:00 PMCreatures of Impulse | Face-Off 2026Firehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton
Local Bay Area improv teams perform against Creatures of Impulse in a pro-wrestling themed show. Four performances over three nights feature interactive audience elements and prize opportunities. Shows run October 22-24, 2026, at 7 PM each night.
Sunday, October 25
11:00 AM32nd Annual Día de los Muertos Community CelebrationOakland Museum of California
OMCA Campus, 1000 Oak St, Oakland
The 32nd Annual Día de los Muertos Community Celebration honors loved ones through music, dance, ofrendas, and rituals. The event includes a procession, live performances, hands-on activities, and a mercado featuring handmade goods and altar items. Traditional cleansing rituals and a sugar skull decorating station are also offered. The celebration takes place on the OMCA campus from 11 am to 4 pm.
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center11 events
- 11:00 AMOhlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
- 11:00 AMOhlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 3:00 PMScouting Stars: Autumn
- 3:00 PMScouting Stars: Autumn
- 4:00 PMFrightLight Halloween Laser Show
1:00 PMSpecial Guest Gallery Chat with Traditional Medicine Practitioner Batul True HeartOakland Museum of California
Gallery of California Natural Sciences, 1000 Oak St, Oakland
Batul True Heart, a 2Spirit traditional medicine practitioner, discusses earth-based ancestral medicine and emotional healing in times of mourning. The 30-minute talk takes place in the Gallery of California Natural Sciences as part of the Día de los Muertos Community Celebration.
Monday, October 26
6:00 PMBicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) Policy and Legislative CommitteeCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) Policy and Legislative Committee
Oakland
A committee of Oakland's Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission dealing with policy and legislative matters.
6:30 PMLibrary CommissionCity of Hayward — council & commission meetings
7:00 PMMonster Movie Monday at the DMTHayward Area Recreation & Park District
Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward
Tuesday, October 27
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
City of Oakland — council & committee meetings5 events
6:00 PMCity Council 2026-10-27 - RegularCity of Berkeley — City Council agendas
City Council
Berkeley
The elected City Council of Berkeley, which makes decisions on local laws and policies for the city using input from the community.
Wednesday, October 28
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center10 events
- 11:00 AMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 11:00 AMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 12:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 12:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 1:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 1:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 2:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 3:00 PMForward to the Moon
- 3:00 PMForward to the Moon
3:00 PMPlanning Commission CommitteeCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
3:00 PMWaste Management Authority Board / Energy CouncilStopWaste — Waste Management Authority, Recycling Board & Energy Council
Waste Management Authority Board / Energy Council
StopWaste, 1537 Webster Street, Oakland
A joint meeting of the Alameda County Waste Management Authority Board, which manages solid waste facilities, source reduction and recycling for the county, and the Energy Council, which works on energy efficiency, clean energy and climate resilience across its member agencies.
5:30 PMEnergy and Environment CommissionCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings
Energy and Environment Commission
City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton CA 94566
7:00 PMPlanning CommissionCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton CA 94566
An appointed commission that reviews development plan submittals and advises the Pleasanton City Council on land use matters including zoning, use permits, variances and site plans.
Thursday, October 29
10:30 AM*Rules & Legislation CommitteeCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center10 events
- 11:00 AMWorlds of Curiosity
- 11:00 AMWorlds of Curiosity
- 12:00 PMMars: The Ultimate Voyage
- 12:00 PMMars: The Ultimate Voyage
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 2:00 PMSPACETIME
- 2:00 PMSPACETIME
- 3:00 PMZodiac Tours
- 3:00 PMZodiac Tours
6:00 PMBeneficial Bats - For Adult Nature LoversHayward Area Recreation & Park District
Sulphur Creek Nature Center, 1801 D St, Hayward
7:30 PMEBMS Golden Age of BroadwayFirehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton
East Bay Musical Society presents the Fall 2026 concert 'Golden Age of Broadway' at Firehouse Arts Center on October 29. The performance features classic Broadway musicals such as 'Sound of Music,' 'Oklahoma,' and 'My Fair Lady.' Tickets are available starting October 1.
Friday, October 30
- 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center12 events
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 7:00 PMSci-Fi Night: Little Shop of Horrors
- 7:00 PMSci-Fi Night: Little Shop of Horrors
5:00 PMFriday Nights at OMCA with LA GENTE SFOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
Live music by LA GENTE SF, a DJ set by mare.e.fresh, and Gallery Chats are featured at this event on the OMCA campus. LA GENTE SF performs a mix of Cumbia, Salsa, and Reggaeton, while mare.e.fresh plays funk, Latin, Disco, and Y2K tracks. Gallery Chats run from 5:30–7:30 pm, offering guided conversations in OMCA galleries.
Saturday, October 31
10:00 AMHowl-O-Ween - Dog Costume Contest and PartyHayward Area Recreation & Park District
San Lorenzo Community Park, 1970 Via Buena Vista San Lorenzo, Hayward
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center17 events
- 10:00 AMSpooky Science
- 10:00 AMSpooky Science
- 11:00 AMC360: The Home Galaxy
- 11:00 AMLunaverse
- 11:00 AMLunaverse
- 12:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 12:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 12:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 1:00 PMScouting Stars: Autumn
- 1:00 PMScouting Stars: Autumn
- 1:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 2:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 2:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 3:00 PMAurora Storm
- 3:00 PMAurora Storm
- 3:00 PMLunaverse
1:00 PMPAL 19th Annual Fall Members’ Show ReceptionFirehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Firehouse Arts Center Lobby, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton
The Harrington Gallery hosts the PAL 19th Annual Fall Members’ Show Reception on October 31 at the Firehouse Arts Center Lobby. The event features 67 artworks in various mediums by PAL members. Awards will be judged by Debbie Wardrope, and live artist demonstrations will occur on select Saturdays during the exhibition.