Experience Black Entertainment Events in Oakland, CA that celebrate cultural traditions and create memorable moments for your community. These events bring people together through entertainment that honors Black heritage and fosters community connections.
Fillmore After Dark Presents a Special Hot August Nights Edition & Night Market celebrating soul, art and community.
Rooted in the legacy of the “Harlem of the West,” Fillmore After Dark transforms the neighborhood into a dynamic nighttime marketplace featuring Hot August Nights!
Where Summer Comes Alive on Fillmore.
Retail & artisan vendors offering handcrafted goods and unique products
Live music & entertainment highlighting Bay Area talent and cultural expression
Casino Gaming w/Roulette, Craps and Blackjack
Kids Zone with painting and activities for the whole family.
Bingo, with a cultural twist, celebrating the history and stories of the Fillmore and Western Addition, with the brick and mortars on the Fillmore corridor
Local food vendors & culinary experiences showcasing diverse and culturally inspired cuisine along the corridor
Community engagement spaces connecting residents, organizations and visitors
The historic Fillmore District will come alive after dark with the launch of a series of night markets throughout the year. Fillmore After Dark Night Markets brings a vibrant cultural experience, celebrating the rich legacy, flavor, and energy of the Fillmore.
Brought to San Francisco by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development, the Civic Joy Fund, Livable City, Citizen Film, and Burge LLC, these immersive events blend food, music, art, and community connection into an unforgettable evening experience.
The Fillmore Holiday Night Market has been a great success for four years running, and now we’re expanding the fun into a year-round series of events, kicking off with “Bingo & Bites” on May 22. Other 2026 Fillmore After Dark events will take place on August 21, October 31, and December 11.
For media inquiries, Sophie Constantinou
415-206-1880
Vendor opportunities,Tamara Walker
415-851-1752
Sponsorship information, please contact:Tamara Walker
About the Partners
The Office of Economic and Workforce Development supports economic vitality, workforce development, and neighborhood growth throughout San Francisco.
The Civic Joy Fund is a San Francisco-based nonprofit re-energizing public spaces across San Francisco by investing in and organizing projects that bring joy to the streets.
Livable City works to create vibrant, people-centered public spaces that foster community and connection.
Citizen Film is a storytelling nonprofit organization dedicated to amplifying community voices through media and film.
Burge LLC specializes in producing culturally grounded events and experiences that celebrate community, creativity, and connection.
Friday, 14, 16.00 -
Friday, 14, 21.00
San Francisco,
CA
_$25
A year ago, we created something sacred.
A space for Black love, Black artistry, Black joy, and revolutionary expression to breathe freely.
A space where community gathers, where stories pour, where healing happens, and where creativity is honored.
Now, we celebrate ONE YEAR of Black Love: Acts of Revolution.
Join Everything Angelique Estella and Netmixx Social Events for an elevated anniversary showcase during Black Joy Parade weekend — a time when Oakland shines with culture, creativity, and pride.
This special edition features:
✨ Powerful spoken word
✨ Live R&B and soul performances
✨ Community moments
✨ Anniversary reflections & surprises
✨ Akoma’s signature Magic Mocktails
✨ A curated atmosphere of joy, intention, and celebration
This is not just a show —
this is a homecoming.
This is a celebration of a year of Black love, artistry, and collective healing.
Come dressed in something Black, bold, beautiful, or celebratory, and be part of an unforgettable night honoring the legacy we’ve built — together.
Friday, 20, 20.00 -
Friday, 20, 23.00
Oakland,
CA
_$25
FLUID Open Mic is a live band open mic where artists get to show up as they are.
Every 3rd Thursday, singers, rappers, poets, and creatives share their work in a room that feels supportive, real, and pressure-free.
This is not about going viral.
It’s about being heard.
No auditions. No competition. Just community.
1000+ Bay Area artists have touched this stage since 2020.
Thursday, 19, 19.30 -
Thursday, 19, 22.00
Oakland,
CA
_$25
Fillmore After Dark Presents a Special Hot August Nights Edition & Night Market celebrating soul, art and community.
Rooted in the legacy of the “Harlem of the West,” Fillmore After Dark transforms the neighborhood into a dynamic nighttime marketplace featuring Hot August Nights!
Where Summer Comes Alive on Fillmore.
Retail & artisan vendors offering handcrafted goods and unique products
Live music & entertainment highlighting Bay Area talent and cultural expression
Casino Gaming w/Roulette, Craps and Blackjack
Kids Zone with painting and activities for the whole family.
Bingo, with a cultural twist, celebrating the history and stories of the Fillmore and Western Addition, with the brick and mortars on the Fillmore corridor
Local food vendors & culinary experiences showcasing diverse and culturally inspired cuisine along the corridor
Community engagement spaces connecting residents, organizations and visitors
The historic Fillmore District will come alive after dark with the launch of a series of night markets throughout the year. Fillmore After Dark Night Markets brings a vibrant cultural experience, celebrating the rich legacy, flavor, and energy of the Fillmore.
Brought to San Francisco by the Office of Economic and Workforce Development, the Civic Joy Fund, Livable City, Citizen Film, and Burge LLC, these immersive events blend food, music, art, and community connection into an unforgettable evening experience.
The Fillmore Holiday Night Market has been a great success for four years running, and now we’re expanding the fun into a year-round series of events, kicking off with “Bingo & Bites” on May 22. Other 2026 Fillmore After Dark events will take place on August 21, October 31, and December 11.
For media inquiries, Sophie Constantinou
415-206-1880
Vendor opportunities,Tamara Walker
415-851-1752
Sponsorship information, please contact:Tamara Walker
About the Partners
The Office of Economic and Workforce Development supports economic vitality, workforce development, and neighborhood growth throughout San Francisco.
The Civic Joy Fund is a San Francisco-based nonprofit re-energizing public spaces across San Francisco by investing in and organizing projects that bring joy to the streets.
Livable City works to create vibrant, people-centered public spaces that foster community and connection.
Citizen Film is a storytelling nonprofit organization dedicated to amplifying community voices through media and film.
Burge LLC specializes in producing culturally grounded events and experiences that celebrate community, creativity, and connection.
Thursday, 19, 19.30 - Thursday, 19, 22.00
San Francisco, CA
0.00
A year ago, we created something sacred.
A space for Black love, Black artistry, Black joy, and revolutionary expression to breathe freely.
A space where community gathers, where stories pour, where healing happens, and where creativity is honored.
Now, we celebrate ONE YEAR of Black Love: Acts of Revolution.
Join Everything Angelique Estella and Netmixx Social Events for an elevated anniversary showcase during Black Joy Parade weekend — a time when Oakland shines with culture, creativity, and pride.
This special edition features:
✨ Powerful spoken word
✨ Live R&B and soul performances
✨ Community moments
✨ Anniversary reflections & surprises
✨ Akoma’s signature Magic Mocktails
✨ A curated atmosphere of joy, intention, and celebration
This is not just a show —
this is a homecoming.
This is a celebration of a year of Black love, artistry, and collective healing.
Come dressed in something Black, bold, beautiful, or celebratory, and be part of an unforgettable night honoring the legacy we’ve built — together.
Thursday, 19, 19.30 - Thursday, 19, 22.00
Oakland, CA
25.00
FLUID Open Mic is a live band open mic where artists get to show up as they are.
Every 3rd Thursday, singers, rappers, poets, and creatives share their work in a room that feels supportive, real, and pressure-free.
This is not about going viral.
It’s about being heard.
No auditions. No competition. Just community.
1000+ Bay Area artists have touched this stage since 2020.
Thursday, 19, 19.30 - Thursday, 19, 22.00
Oakland, CA
17.35