Wee Play
Friday, October 2, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Veteran's Memorial Building, 2203 Central Ave, Room 120$6 per child; 12-visit card $60
Supervised indoor play center for infants and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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Filipino Island Fest
Saturday, October 3, 11:00 AM-8:00 PM 2151 Ferry PointEarly-bird admission $5
Waterfront festival celebrating Filipino culture with food, music, dance, art, entrepreneurship and community.
UTC After Dark
Saturday, October 3; time not listed Underground Teen Center, 2203 Central Ave, Room 170See listing; registration required
Themed teen evening with activities such as games, movies, music, art, food and entertainment.
Mockingbird Lane: A Halloween Market
Sunday, October 4, 12:00 PM Alameda Elks Lodge #1015Free
Halloween-themed community market at the Alameda Elks Lodge.
Social Paddle with Ohana Paddle Club
Sunday, October 4, 9:30-11:30 AM Sea Trek Kayak and SUP, 1120 Ballena Blvd, Suite 200See listing
Welcoming social stand-up paddle outing and open house for all experience levels.
Wee Play
Monday, October 5, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Veteran's Memorial Building, 2203 Central Ave, Room 120$6 per child; 12-visit card $60
Supervised indoor play center for infants and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Wee Play
Wednesday, October 7, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Veteran's Memorial Building, 2203 Central Ave, Room 120$6 per child; 12-visit card $60
Supervised indoor play center for infants and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
San Francisco Speed Dating for Singles Age 29-49
Friday, October 9, 8:15 PM Alameda BrewingSee listing
Hosted speed-dating evening for singles ages 29 to 49.
Wee Play
Friday, October 9, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Veteran's Memorial Building, 2203 Central Ave, Room 120$6 per child; 12-visit card $60
Supervised indoor play center for infants and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
San Francisco Fleet Week Cruise
Saturday, October 10, 1:15-5:00 PM LUXE Cruises, 2394 Mariner Square DrSee listing
Yacht cruise departing Alameda to view the Fleet Week air show on San Francisco Bay.
Alameda Job Fair 2026
Thursday, October 15, 2:00-4:00 PM South Shore Center Court, 523 South Shore Center WFree
Meet local employers from government, transportation, retail, restaurants, education and other fields.
Alameda Community Band Fall Concert: Symphony and Rhapsody
Friday, October 16, 7:30-8:30 PM Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara AveNot listed
Annual concert featuring traditional and classical music conducted by Michael Wirgler and Michael McDonald.
Artist Talk & Mixer
Saturday, October 17, 4:00 PM 1543 Webster StreetSee listing
A community artist talk followed by a social mixer.
She Shreds Women's Music Festival: Fall 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2:00-8:00 PM Webster Park, 1435 Webster StFree
All-ages festival with eight bands, local artists, makers and women-owned vendors.
Bayport Stars to Estuary Phase 2 Walk
Saturday, October 17, 9:00 AM; about 1 hour Bayport Park, 301 Jack London AveFree
Guided walk exploring Bayport development, Linear Park watershed restoration and Estuary Park's final phase.
Cooking Demonstration: Alameda Farmers Market
Tuesday, October 20, 9:00 AM Alameda Farmers' MarketSee listing
A cooking demonstration held during the Alameda Farmers' Market.
21st Annual Haunted House
Friday, October 23, 2:00-9:00 PM South Shore Shopping Center, between Daiso and TJ MaxxAges 0-3 free; ages 4-17 $5; adults $8
A Journey Through Darkness, created by teen volunteers for visitors of all ages.
Ship of Spirits: Spaghetti & Spirits Paranormal Dinner and Tour
Friday, October 23, 7:00-11:30 PM USS Hornet Museum, 707 W Hornet Ave$60
Spaghetti dinner, paranormal presentation and flashlight tour of the ship's reportedly haunted locations. Ages 12+.
Burbank-Portola Neighborhood Walk
Saturday, October 24, 9:00 AM; about 1 hour 15 minutes Washington Park, 1300 8th St at Central AveFree
History walk covering the former locomotive display, rifle range, velodrome, hidden pool and neighborhood shoreline.
Halloween Line Dance Social
Saturday, October 24, 12:00-3:00 PM Mastick Social Hall, 1155 Santa Clara Ave$10 cash at the door
Afternoon of line dancing, music, Halloween costumes, food and beverages; guests may bring finger food to share.
Trunk or Treat Family Fest
Saturday, October 24, 4:00 PM Coastline Christian SchoolsSee listing
Family Halloween festival featuring trunk-or-treat activities.
Monster's Bash 2026
Saturday, October 24, 8:00 PM USS Hornet Museum$13
Halloween bash aboard the USS Hornet Museum.
Haunted House
Sunday, October 25, 2:00-7:00 PM South Shore Shopping Center, between Daiso and TJ MaxxAges 0-3 free; ages 4-17 $5; adults $8
Teen-created Journey Through Darkness haunted house for visitors of all ages.
Seasonal Circle: Samhain & the Season of Mystery
Sunday, October 25, 3:00-4:30 PM Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden, 1223 Park StNot listed
Seasonal gathering with mystical stories, Tarot archetypes, spellcrafting and autumn refreshments.
Alameda Holiday Boutique
Saturday, November 7, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Albert H. DeWitt O'Club, 641 W Redline AveNot listed
Annual boutique featuring handmade gifts, local artisans, shopping, food and family fun.
Fall on Alameda
Sunday, November 8, 1:00-5:00 PM Webster Park, 1435 Webster StFree
All-ages fall celebration with local makers, food, seasonal treats, live music and family activities.
Alameda 2026 Volunteer Recognition Event
Sunday, November 8, 4:00 PM Girl Scouts of Northern California, Alameda Office and ShopSee listing
A local celebration recognizing Girl Scout volunteers and award recipients.
UTC After Dark
Tuesday, November 10; time not listed Underground Teen Center, 2203 Central Ave, Room 170See listing; registration required
Themed teen evening with activities such as games, movies, music, art, food and entertainment.
Dave "Ouzo" Land at the Alameda Farmers' Market
Saturday, November 14, 9:00 AM Alameda Farmers' MarketNot listed
Live music by Dave “Ouzo” Land during the Alameda Farmers' Market.
Techs on Decks 2026
Saturday, November 14, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM USS Hornet Museum, 707 W Hornet AveFree registration for students and teach
Technology day with robotics, hands-on events, tours, career exploration, pizza and prize drawings.
Alameda Mermaids, Mistletoe & Mai Tais Market
Sunday, November 22, 1:00-7:00 PM Forbidden Island$5
Holiday market presented by the Menagerie at Forbidden Island.
Friendsgiving Adventure Camp
Monday, November 23; time not listed Underground Teen Center, 2203 Central Ave, Room 170Free; registration available
Free drop-in fall-break program with games and activities for students starting in grade 5.
Puppet Wars: Silent Night, Broken Strings
Saturday, December 5, 6:30-9:00 PM; doors 5:30 PM Almanac Adventureland & Brewery, 651 W Tower AveNot listed
All-ages Christmas-themed live professional wrestling with colorful characters and holiday mayhem.
UTC After Dark
Friday, December 11; time not listed Underground Teen Center, 2203 Central Ave, Room 170See listing; registration required
Themed teen evening with activities such as games, movies, music, art, food and entertainment.
Dave Ouzo Land at the Alameda Farmers Market
Saturday, December 12, 9:00 AM Alameda Farmers' MarketSee listing
Live music by Dave Ouzo Land during the Saturday farmers market.
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