Oakland Style

Oakland Style returns for the fourth annual five-day celebration of art, music, fashion, cuisine, and culture.

The event kicks off October 7th and continues through October 11th 2026.

Enjoy vibrant art events, fashion shows, sneaker exhibits, musical performances, cocktail and culinary experiences and more. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Oakland Style - a complete artistic expression of the creativity found only in The Town!

Visit Oakland has created several signature events and our community is planning unforgettable experiences throughout our beautiful and diverse neighborhoods. Take advantage of our hotel packages and start planning your visit today!

Wednesday, October 7th

Mixology Competition + Music

Presented by Dobel Diamante Cristalino

Join 14 of Oakland’s top mixologists from The Town’s hottest restaurants and bars as they compete to create the official 2026 Oakland-Style cocktail! Register for the voting app, taste the 14 cocktails, and vote for your favorite.

Participating restaurants and businesses include: ACRE Kitchen & Bar, Agave Uptown, Moonglow, Co Nam, District, Fluid 510, Jaji, Lucy Blue, North Light, Popoca, Sobre Mesa, There/There, Town Lounge, Viridian

Event Details:
When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Where: T he Rotunda | 300 Frank h. Ogawa plaza (M ap)
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Tickets: EARLY BIRD is $75 per person. $95 per person after August 24 (GET TICKETS)

This is a 21 and up event

Thursday, October 8th

Inspired on the Runway

Experience Oakland Style LIVE, at a collaborative fashion show featuring looks from Oakland School for the Arts, Kingmakers, Creative Growth, Oakland Style Lab, and White Elephant Sale—all inspired by The Town itself.

Event Details:
When: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Where: The Atrium at Uptown Station | 1955 Broadway (Map)
Time: VIP Hour: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Event TIme: 6:30-8:30
Tickets: EARLY BIRD pricing for VIP tickets is $60 per person. VIP First Three Rows $75 after August 24; Premier Seating $45; Standing Room $25 (GET TICKETS)

Friday, October 9th

High Tea + High Style

An elegant, tasteful afternoon that celebrates Oakland style. Guests will enjoy a contemporary tea service and informal modeling, previewing the designs from four of Oakland’s finest stylemakers; award-winning jewelry designer Dorian Webb, women’s fashion designer Lesley Evers, sustainable clothing brand Blue & Yellow, and Oxford Tailoring.

Event Details:

WHEN: Friday, October 9, 2026
WHERE: Claremont Resort & Club (map)
TIME: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
TICKETS: $110 per person (GET TICKETS)