Concerts in Oakland October

Concerts in Oakland October 2026 schedule

October in Oakland promises an exciting lineup of concerts and events across some of the city’s top venues. Music enthusiasts can look forward to a diverse range of performances from October 1st through the end of the month. The Fox Theater and Oakland Arena host a variety of headline acts, including notable performances by Schoolboy Q on October 16th at the Fox Theater, and the legendary Billy Strings, who will perform on October 2nd and 3rd at the Oakland Arena. Fans of electronic and alternative music can catch Gorillaz on October 28th at Oakland Arena, while the iconic Shpongle will bring their psychedelic sounds to the Fox Theater on October 31st. The Oakland Arena also features a special performance by YG on October 31st, and the renowned jazz and R&B artist Musiq Soulchild will delight audiences with multiple shows at Yoshi's throughout the month, including October 9th, 10th, and 11th. Comedy lovers can enjoy performances by Gabriel Iglesias at Oakland Arena on October 11th, and a variety of comedy nights at Mesa Maguey and Fluid510, including the Town Biz Comedy Night series and Hella510 comedy shows, scheduled throughout the month. Additionally, the city hosts memorable classical tributes such as Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA and Haunted Halloween Classics at the First Presbyterian Church. Other notable performances include Kacey Musgraves at Oakland Arena, Malcolm Todd at the Fox Theater, and the experimental sounds of Boy Harsher at the Fox Theater. With a mix of mainstream artists, comedy nights, tribute shows, and local bands, October in Oakland offers something for every entertainment enthusiast.