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5th Annual
LAKEFEST
In 2018, Lakefest Oakland debuted as Northern California’s newest daytime summer festival with an emphasis on celebrating community and culture, and celebrating Juneteenth. This wonderfully diverse summertime gala adorns the nature-rich, three-mile shoreline of Lake Merritt in The City of Oakland and has quickly become one of the Bay Area’s most highly anticipated outdoor events attracting over 20,000 attendees in 2023.
Celebrating All Month Long
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
On June 17, 2021, President Biden signed into law a long over due Senate Bill making “Juneteenth” a federal holiday.
The name, “Juneteenth,” is in reference to June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers reached Galveston, Texas and announced that the Civil War was over and the enslaved were now free. While the Emancipation Proclamation was signed into law in 1863, it effectively had zero legal impact since the Confederacy had seceded from the Union. As a result enslaved Blacks remained in bondage 2 years after President Lincoln sign the proclamation.
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featured
attractions
Entertainment
Live Music, Fashions Show, DJs, performers, artist and entertainers all day long.
Artisan Marketplace
Your chance to discover hidden gems & treasures at every turn and support local craftspeople, artists and entrepreneurs.
Food Court
With a huge variety of American, ethnic & fusion cuisine, sweets & treats, festival-goers are bound to find themselves overwhelmed by countless mouth-watering options.
Beer Garden
Choose from a wide variety of craft beers, local brewers or simply stick with your tried-&-true favorites and enjoy with friends and family.
Kids Fun Zone
One of the festivals most popular family attractions featuring bounce houses & jumbo-sized kid games, great for all ages!
Tech Pavilion
VR and Video gaming featuring a showcase of the latest advances in cyberspace technologies.
family-friendly
Accessible
Pet Friendly
$5 ADMISSION
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Amazing Summer Day Event!
what to expect in 2025
Lakefest Oakland is a family-friendly annual event bringing together the city’s vast range of artists, musicians, retailers and non-profits featuring over 100 vendors, a massive Kids Fun Zone, Tech Pavilion, Outdoor Beer Garden and, of course, Amazing Food.
A Special
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Lakefest Oakland is brought to you by natives of the Bay Area who are passionate about showcasing the strength and beauty of our city. We thank our generous sponsors and the support from our beloved community. Together, let’s celebrate Oakland’s rich tapestry of culture at Lakefest Oakland 2025!
what's happening
highlights
The Bay's top chefs have arrived!
Whether you crave some down-home backyard barbecue, or your feeling a little adventurous and wish to expand your pallet by trying something exotic, Lakefest has it all!
A Cool, Refreshing Stop!
Choose from a wide variety of craft beers, local brewers or simply stick with your tried-and-true favorites and enjoy with friends and family.
HEALTH & WELLNESS ZONE
Take time to prioritize your physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health by browsing local health and wellness resources.
More than just a beautiful day
This indispensable civic event aims to promote social responsibility, supporting the need for strength, safety and diversity in The City of Oakland.
ENTER to WIN!
CASH & PRIZEs
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY - 21+ only
It’s the LAKEFEST OAKLAND Cash & Prize Giveaway, and your chance to Win Cash Money plus Awesome Prizes including Gift Cards from over 50 local stores and restaurants!
thank you to
our sponsors
SUMMER 2024
5TH
ANNUAL
LAKEFEST OAKLAND
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