On Thursday, May 21, Bloc15 in Jack London Square was adorned with flowers, captivating sculptures, vibrant paintings, and people from across the Bay Area, all celebrating Gourmex East Bay’s arrival in Oakland. Gourmex is an event of the Consulate General of Mexico. It was first hosted in 2010 for the bicentennial...Read on the blog.

Reserve your spot for the Future of Fremont on Thursday, June 18, at the Downtown Event Center & Plaza. Fremont is doubling down as the "hardware side of Silicon Valley," with projects like the Palisade Fremont Innovation Center adding nearly 70,000 square feet of advanced manufacturing space and more than 100 high-tech jobs.

East Bay EDA Members are invited to us for a VIP pitch-side mixer at the Oakland Roots’ June 17th match — a gathering of Australian and Bay Area business leaders and City Officials, united by the belief that relationships born through the power of sport carry a strength and permanence that extend far beyond the final whistle. Learn how to register here.

Celebrate Juneteenth this year with events in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Explore events that highlight education, community, celebration, and more. From Oakland to Concord and Antioch, events include street festivals, Free Park Day, and a variety of family-friendly events to honor Freedom Day in our communities. Explore the listings.

Youth Ride Free returns this summer on County Connection, Tri Delta Transit, and WestCAT, offering fare-free rides for youth ages 18 and under from June 1 through July 31, 2026. This countywide program continues to expand access and mobility for young riders across Contra Costa County by removing barriers to transit — learn more!