Schedule of Events

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Monday, October 19

Kick Off Press Conference 

• Who: Oakland Officials + Love Life Week Partners

• When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

• Where: City Hall, 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza 

• Description: Join Oakland leaders, community partners, and residents as we kick off Love Life Week 2026, a citywide celebration inspiring every Oaklander to spread love, kindness, generosity, and civic pride throughout our community.

Love Life Week Thank You Mixer 

• Who: Love Life Week Partners

• When: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 

• Where: Oakstop - Brittsense Exhibit, 1721 Broadway

• Description: Connect with Oakland’s community leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, and residents for an evening of meaningful conversation, new connections, and a shared celebration of what makes our city special.

 

Tuesday, October 20

City Council Ceremonial Item

• Who: City Council + Love Life Foundation 

• When: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM (start of the meeting) 

• Where: City Hall, 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza 

• Description: Join the Oakland City Council for a ceremonial presentation of a resolution recognizing Love Life Week 2026, celebrating Oakland’s official motto and calling on residents to embrace love, kindness, generosity, and civic pride throughout the city.

 Prayer Vigil for Victims of Gun Violence  

• Who: Love Life Foundation 

• When: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

• Where: 26th & Myrtle in West Oakland 

• Description: Gather with family, faith leaders, and community members for a prayer vigil at the site where Lo’Eshe Lacy lost her life, honoring her memory and renewing Oakland’s commitment to love, hope, healing, and the value of every life.

 

Wednesday, October 21

After-School Community BBQ 

• Who: Oakland Trybe 

• When: 1-3 PM 

• Where: San Antonio Park, 1701 E 19th St

• Description: Join Oakland Trybe for a community BBQ featuring a special pantry and mutual aid effort, bringing local students and neighbors together to share a meal, support one another, and celebrate the spirit of generosity and community that defines Love Life Week.

Positive Futures Fair 

• Who: Town Nights & Alameda County Probation Department 

• When: 2:30 PM - 6:00PM 

• Where: 3900 Martin Luther King Jr Way

• Description: Join Town Nights for a Positive Futures Fair, connecting Oakland students and residents with valuable community resources, services, and opportunities designed to support brighter, healthier futures

 

Thursday, October 22

East Oakland Collective (EOC) Free Grocery Distribution 

• Who: EOC + Everett & Jones   

• When: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM 

• Where: EOC Hub, 7800 MacArthur Blvd.  

• Description: Join East Oakland Collective for a community Grocery Giveaway featuring fresh groceries and a special meal distribution from Everett Jones, providing nourishment, connection, and support for East Oakland families.

Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC) Luncheon 

• Who: OAACC 

• When: 11:00AM - 2:00PM 

• Where: Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar, 2 Broadway  

• Tickets: $250, available at tinyurl.com/OAACCLuncheon26

• Description: Celebrate the achievements of Oakland’s Black business community at the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce’s 23rd Annual Business Awards Luncheon, honoring local entrepreneurs, leaders, and businesses making a lasting impact across the city.

Plus 1 Bay Area 

• Who: DJ Drew Banga 

• When: 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM 

• Where: 51 & Tel, 5108 Telegraph Ave.   

Description: Spread some holiday cheer with Plus 1 Bay Area’s Toy and Diaper Drive, featuring music by DJ Drew Banga and collecting essential items to support local families and ensure children have what they need to thrive.

 

Friday, October 23

McClymonds vs Fremont Football Game 

• Who: The Oakland Section 

• When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM 

• Where: McClymonds High School, 2607 Myrtle St. 

• Description: Celebrate Oakland youth athletics with the McClymonds Warriors taking on the Fremont Tigers in a high school football matchup bringing students, families, and the community together through competition, school spirit, and Oakland pride.

With This Ring* 

• Who: Put Ur Play On Productions Foundation 

• When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM 

• Where: Malonga Arts Casquelord, 1428 Alice St. 

• Tickets: FREE for Youth & $30 for Adults @ www.puturplayon.com/productions. Discounted tickets at the door for college students w/ID, seniors, and those who mention they heard of us through Love Life Week

• Description: Put Your Play On Productions presents With This Ring, a powerful theatrical journey exploring the lasting impact of domestic violence, generational trauma, and the courage it takes to confront and break the cycle.

 

Saturday, October 24

La Cantrina Community Activation 

• Who: The Unity Council 

• When: 12pm - 4pm 

• Where: Fruitvale Transit Village 

• Description: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with The Unity Council’s La Catrina Activation, a special Love Life Week experience honoring culture, tradition, remembrance, and Oakland’s rich cultural diversity.

The Sole of The Town Sneaker Festival 

• Who: Black Cultural Zone 

• When: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM 

• Where: MacArthur Blvd. Corridor, 73rd to 78th Ave in East Oakland  

• Description: Celebrate Oakland’s sneaker culture with the Black Cultural Zone at the Sole of the Town Sneaker Festival, bringing together fashion, music, art, and community for a special Love Life Week experience.

East Oakland Bike Ride to Sole of the Town

• Who: Scraper Bike Team

• When: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM 

• Where: Arroyo Viejo Park, 7701 Krause Ave. 

• Description: Ride with Scraper Bike Team as they pedal through Oakland to the Black Cultural Zone’s Sole of the Town Sneaker Festival, bringing community, connection, and a special Love Life Week twist along the way.

We Ride, We Vote: Breaking Down The Ballot 

• Who: Tyehimba & Associates 

• When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 

• Where: Everett & Jones BBQ (Ques Lounge) 

• Description: Join We Ride, We Vote for a community conversation breaking down the ballot, helping Oaklanders better understand the issues, measures, and decisions they’ll encounter at the polls.

With This Ring 

• Who: Put Ur Play On Productions Foundation 

• When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM 

• Where: Malonga Arts Casquelord, 1428 Alice St. 

• Tickets: FREE for Youth & $30 for Adults @ www.puturplayon.com/productions. Discounted tickets at the door for college students w/ID, seniors, and those who mention they heard of us through Love Life Week

• Description: Put Your Play On Productions presents With This Ring, a powerful theatrical journey exploring the lasting impact of domestic violence, generational trauma, and the courage it takes to confront and break the cycle.

Comedy Show

• Who: Donald Lacy + Friends 

• When: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM 

• Where: Fluid510, 1544 Broadway 

• Description: Laugh out loud with Donald Lacy, Jerry Law, Fred Mitchell, and Shenise for a night of comedy, connection, and good vibes as part of Love Life Week.

 

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Sunday, October 25

District 1 Community Clean Up

• Who: Golden Gate Neighborhood Council   

• When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 

• Where: 53rd & Alcatraz Ave.

• Description: Join the Golden Gate Neighborhood Council for a District 1 Community Cleanup, bringing neighbors together to care for Oakland and show some Love Life pride in our community.

Beloved Program followed by Trunk or Treat Carnival 

• Who: Oakland Trybe 

• When: 10:30 AM - 1:30PM

• Where: San Antonio Park, 1701 E 19th St

• Description: Celebrate community with Oakland Trybe’s Beloved Program, followed by a special Trunk or Treat Carnival for an afternoon of connection, joy, and family-friendly fun during Love Life Week.

Gospel Fest Oakland Concert 

• Who: Dr. Joya Chavarin, Dr. Tasha Henneman, Pastor Mike McBride    

• When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  

• Where: Love Center Church, 10440 International Blvd.

• Description: Come together in faith at Gospel Fest Oakland for an uplifting celebration of worship, gospel music, fellowship, and the power of community.

 

 

 

 

About the Love Life Motto

In April 2016, the City of Oakland adopted an official city motto(PDF, 156KB) in memory of 16-year old Lo'Eshe Lacy. Lo'Eshe in Nigerian Igbo means "love life," a rallying cry to embody Oakland love.