# Things to do in East Bay this weekend (Nov 13–15, 2026) 173 events around East Bay, picked by Thursday Drop. Updated 2026-11-09T09:01:43.264Z. Web version: https://thursdaydrop.io/email/east-bay ## Forecast - Fri: ?°F, - Sat: ?°F, - Sun: ?°F, ## Pick of the week - **Rally in the Valley Benefit Concert**: Sat, Nov 14 · 2pm · Siesta Valley Bowl, Orinda · See tickets. Join us November 14 as we celebrate an incredible opening year at Siesta Valley Bowl and rally our community around an even bigger 2027. Hosted by Siesta Valley Foundation, this… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/fbff71ebd68232da?m=east-bay&c=seo) ## Live Music - **Bonobo: Distance In Static Live North American Tour**: Sat, Nov 14 · 8pm · Oakland, California · See tickets. Tickets to the Telegraph Room are now available at check out. The Telegraph Room includes: \* Access to preferred viewing section on the Orchestra level with cocktail service (for… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/4692f59383edfcf0?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Summer Night City - The ABBA Tribute Concert**: Sat, Nov 14 · 8pm · Historic BAL Theatre, San Leandro · See tickets. Experience Summer Night City the timeless music of ABBA in an unforgettable live tribute concert. Sing and dance along to beloved hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia,… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/74f739744b9da33c?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Allison Russell w/ Autumn Nicholas**: Sun, Nov 15 · 8pm · The UC Theatre, Berkeley · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/2f64af7d0e3253d9?m=east-bay&c=seo) ## Eat & Drink - **NORIA 2026 Fall Release Party!**: Sat, Nov 14 · 1pm · 725 Gilman Street unit A, Berkeley, CA, USA · See tickets. 2026 Fall Release & Wine Club Pick-up Event! Sip, savor, & celebrate! [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/f3357dfdba4f014c?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Savor Oakland's: The Big Drink Cocktail Party**: Fri, Nov 13 · 6pm · Five and Dime Neighborhood Pub, Oakland · See tickets. Raise a glass to Oakland's vibrant cocktail scene at The Big Drink Cocktail Party! [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/1484df7e36a18bdb?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Foodies + New Friends: Danville | Single Friends Edition**: Fri, Nov 13 · 7pm · Restaurant of the Week, Danville · See tickets. Connect with other fun locals in the city, meet your next collaborator or friend, + give back! A different restaurant each gathering. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/77dc8b84a2f47c4d?m=east-bay&c=seo) ## Family & Kids - **Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours**: Sat, Nov 14 · 10am · Oakland Zoo · See tickets. Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level by touring our state-of-the-art Veterinary Hospital. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/1a84d86f86cc16b7?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Explore: Brave Christian**: Sat, Nov 14 · 10am · Brave Christian Schools, Dublin · See tickets. Come explore the different school offerings of Brave Christian Schools! Hear from our principals about Brave's unique culture and community. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/69dcc30f5d5a1d67?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Financing the Future**: Fri, Nov 13 · 9:30am · Ohlone College, Fremont · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/ce93681d48e0ea0b?m=east-bay&c=seo) ## Outdoors & Sports - **California Golden Bears Mens Basketball vs. Utah Tech Trailblazers…**: Sat, Nov 14 · 2pm · Haas Pavilion, Berkeley · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/d382d853daf959c7?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **SnowFest at Sports Basement San Ramon**: Sun, Nov 15 · 9am · Sports Basement San Ramon · Free. SnowFest presented by Palisades Tahoe is back and better than ever! Join us for the 20th anniversary of our biggest celebration of snow. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/81ad01e505bdbefe?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **USF Dons Mens Basketball vs. Portland State Vikings Mens Basketball**: Sat, Nov 14 · 4pm · War Memorial Gymnasium, San Francisco · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/6ee05db70dcb8f9d?m=east-bay&c=seo) ## Arts & Nightlife - **J-Red's Hood'ish & Holy Comedy Explosion**: Sat, Nov 14 · 8pm · Paramount Theatre Oakland · See tickets. Oakland, get ready! "J-Red's Hood'ish & Holy Comedy Explosion" is taking over the legendary Paramount Theatre on Saturday, November 14th! Hosted by Oakland's own "Clean Comedy… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/9aacd3e795b1e22a?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Jo Koy: Koy Meets World Tour**: Fri, Nov 13 · 8pm · Oakland Arena · See tickets. The minimum age is 12. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/fd0bb2561cc86e81?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Waitress (Touring)**: Sat, Nov 14 · 1pm · Orpheum Theatre-San Francisco · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/2f9b878948221e70?m=east-bay&c=seo) ## Free This Weekend - **BABY SLAPS - ALL STARS TURN UP EDITION w/ Thow Wow + Buku FM + Nastia**: Fri, Nov 13 · 10pm · Crybaby, Oakland · Free. CRYBABY brings you a special version of Baby Slaps! Hip Hop, R&B, Dancehall, Afrobeats, Global Bass by Oakland's Top Talent! Sounds by Thow Wow + Buku FM + Nastia Patio Takeover… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/617a97e624fbf0f6?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Walk & Talk-Briones Regional Park**: Sat, Nov 14 · 10am · 273-181 Brookwood Dr Martinez, CA · Free. Join Senator Tim Grayson and Supervisor Shanelle Scales-Preston for a community walk about vegetation management and pond restoration. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/7464e003623a5676?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Emotional Intelligence: Conversations Between Black Women and Men**: Sat, Nov 14 · 2pm · Fluid510, Oakland · Free. A panel & conversation series about romantic relationships, friendships & family relationships. By Gold Beams & The Mens Wellness Fellowship [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/239f644d4ed6a920?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Find Your Crew**: Fri, Nov 13 · 4:30pm · Community Hub, Oakland · Free. Find your next collaborator, mentor, or crew. Bay Area creatives & industry pros connect November 13th at Block Community Hub. Free event. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/e2165d6d0f9669b1?m=east-bay&c=seo) - **Sweetgreen Emeryville Soft Opening**: Fri, Nov 13 · 12pm · 5959 Shellmound St suite 85, Emeryville · Free. Sweetgreen Emeryville is opening on Tuesday, 11/17. RSVP for a sneak peek + a complimentary meal on 11/13 + 11/14. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/f8802daa23433ed9?m=east-bay&c=seo) --- Get this lineup by email every Thursday, free: https://thursdaydrop.io/