26/07/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 26/07/2024 22:54
Oakland, CA - The City of Oakland, in partnership with the Downtown Oakland Association, is set to unveil an exciting lineup of summer events and activities in Downtown Oakland. Designed to celebrate local culture, promote wellness, and support businesses, this series aims to rejuvenate Downtown by encouraging Downtown residents and workers to come outside, build community and participate in fun free activities. Full event schedule: www.oaklandcentral.com/events-2/
The community is invited to join Mayor Sheng Thao, City leaders and downtown employees and small businesses for the launch event on Wednesday, July 31, 12-1pm at Frank Ogawa Plaza. The Downtown Summer Programming series features a variety of engaging events across Uptown and Downtown Oakland, including live music, fitness classes, and special promotions at local businesses.
During the launch celebration the following activities will take place for everyone to enjoy:
"We are delighted to showcase Oakland's vibrant spirit through our Downtown Summer Programming," said Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao. "These events not only enrich our community life but also highlight the diversity and creativity that define Oakland, with new kinds of programming this year and partnerships that include Activate Oakland applicants."
Highlights of the series include:
These events are offered free to the public by the Downtown Oakland Association, Oakland City Center and other Downtown partners, with funding support from the City of Oakland Economic & Workforce Development Department for Frank Ogawa Plaza events this summer, Activate Oakland-sponsored events throughout the year, as well as funding from the Downtown Oakland property-based Business Improvement District assessments.
"We are excited to collaborate with the City of Oakland to create these enriching experiences for our community," said Steve Snider, Executive Director of the Downtown Oakland BID. "Our goal is to foster a vibrant and inclusive downtown environment where residents and visitors can come together to enjoy everything Oakland has to offer - right in the heart of the city."
For more information on the Downtown Summer Programming series and a full schedule of events, visit www.oaklandcentral.com/events-2/.
About Downtown Oakland Association
Oakland Central, the lifestyle and destination marketing platform of the Downtown Oakland Association and the Lake Merritt Uptown District Association, has developed summer programming for Downtown. The Downtown Oakland Association is dedicated to enhancing the vitality of Downtown Oakland through public space management, cleanliness, and safety initiatives, as well as a robust calendar of events and promotions that support local businesses.
Join us this summer and experience the best of Oakland in Downtown!
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