SATURDAY JUNE 8th! We are back on the block for a special PRIDE EDITION of 2nd Saturday Block Party at 15th and Franklin! This month is curated by DJ Charles Hawthorne and They have put together a stellar line of queer DJs and performers to get your Pride Month started!
We have some friends with an incredible sound system and room for a hot dance floor, so come ready to move and connect! Full lineup and vendor list coming soon. Y'all are in for a TREAT.
The Central Arts District Presents 2nd Saturday Block Party
Saturday June 8th | 5pm-11pm | 15th and Franklin, Downtown Oakland | $5-$15 Suggested donation NOTAFLOF | Outdoor Block party All Ages, bars 21+
Second Saturday is an Oakland cultural revival celebrating art, music, and community that makes our home special. This is your opportunity to connect with local makers and artists as we explore creativity together.*
This event is about uplifting local community members and supporting the people who help facilitate the spaces that bring us together. There is a suggested donation of $5-$15 to support this event, no one turned away for lack of funds! contribute what you can to help make these cool community events come to life.
Accessibility info:
* This event is mostly outdoors, with some indoor spaces for drinks and food. Masking indoors is encouraged, masks are available at Nectar Social Club
* While multiple venues will be involved, Nectar Social Club and Sessions on 15th are all one-level and feature ADA-accessible restrooms and bar service.
* The outdoor space has some elevated platforms with ramps to the street level
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ABOUT CENTRAL ARTERY
The Central Arts District, known as the Central Artery, is dedicated to being the vibrant epicenter of arts and culture in Downtown Oakland. Our mission is to preserve and celebrate cultural diversity, foster a safe space for creativity, and amplify the voices of Queer and POC-owned businesses, making the Central Artery the beating heart of Oakland's independent creative community.
VALUES
1. Cultural Celebration: We value and celebrate cultural diversity, striving to be a dynamic showcase of arts and cultural expression in Downtown Oakland.
2. Inclusivity and Safer Spaces: We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring that everyone, especially marginalized communities, can freely express themselves and thrive within our community.
3. Empowerment of POC and Queer Owned Businesses: We prioritize and actively support small businesses owned by people of color, aiming to empower and amplify their voices, particularly those of Queer and POC-owned businesses, as an integral part of our district's identity.
SATURDAY JUNE 8th! We are back on the block for a special PRIDE EDITION of 2nd Saturday Block Party at 15th and Franklin! This month is curated by DJ Charles Hawthorne and They have put together a stellar line of queer DJs and performers to get your Pride Month started!
We have some friends with an incredible sound system and room for a hot dance floor, so come ready to move and connect! Full lineup and vendor list coming soon. Y'all are in for a TREAT.
The Central Arts District Presents 2nd Saturday Block Party
Saturday June 8th | 5pm-11pm | 15th and Franklin, Downtown Oakland | $5-$15 Suggested donation NOTAFLOF | Outdoor Block party All Ages, bars 21+
Second Saturday is an Oakland cultural revival celebrating art, music, and community that makes our home special. This is your opportunity to connect with local makers and artists as we explore creativity together.*
This event is about uplifting local community members and supporting the people who help facilitate the spaces that bring us together. There is a suggested donation of $5-$15 to support this event, no one turned away for lack of funds! contribute what you can to help make these cool community events come to life.
Accessibility info:
* This event is mostly outdoors, with some indoor spaces for drinks and food. Masking indoors is encouraged, masks are available at Nectar Social Club
* While multiple venues will be involved, Nectar Social Club and Sessions on 15th are all one-level and feature ADA-accessible restrooms and bar service.
* The outdoor space has some elevated platforms with ramps to the street level
---
ABOUT CENTRAL ARTERY
The Central Arts District, known as the Central Artery, is dedicated to being the vibrant epicenter of arts and culture in Downtown Oakland. Our mission is to preserve and celebrate cultural diversity, foster a safe space for creativity, and amplify the voices of Queer and POC-owned businesses, making the Central Artery the beating heart of Oakland's independent creative community.
VALUES
1. Cultural Celebration: We value and celebrate cultural diversity, striving to be a dynamic showcase of arts and cultural expression in Downtown Oakland.
2. Inclusivity and Safer Spaces: We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring that everyone, especially marginalized communities, can freely express themselves and thrive within our community.
3. Empowerment of POC and Queer Owned Businesses: We prioritize and actively support small businesses owned by people of color, aiming to empower and amplify their voices, particularly those of Queer and POC-owned businesses, as an integral part of our district's identity.
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