Bay Area/ Oakland/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on May 23, 2019
4 cool music events in Oakland this weekendPhoto: Alexander Popov/Unsplash

If you love to take advantage of the music offerings near you, this weekend offers several great reasons to leave the house.

From a night of African diaspora music to a concert by hip hop artists, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.

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The Diaspora Party at Hello Stranger

From the event description:

On Saturday we will be dancing to all of the music that was created by the African Diaspora. Join us as we twirl to some salsa and cut up to some George Clinton. This will be a night like no other and the best of all, it's free.

When: Saturday, May 25, 3-8 p.m.
Where: Hello Stranger, 1724 Broadway.
Admission: Free
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AfroDancehall Saturday's Brings Variety of Music

From the event description:

The AfroDancehall Saturdays is a monthly event that bridges cultures between Africa, Latin America and the Caribbeans. We'll play a variety of music such as Afrobeat, house music, reggae, reggaetton, dancehall, soca, calypso and bouyon.

When: Saturday, May 25, 10 p.m.
Where: Copper Spoon Cocktails & Kitchen, 4031 Broadway.
Admission: Free
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Lil Debbie and Dev Bay Nights Tour

From the event description:

Lil Debbie and Dev are embarking on their Bay Nights Tour. 

When: Sunday, May 26, 8 p.m.-midnight
Where: Starline Social Club, 2236 Martin Luther King Junior Way.
Admission: $20
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Bun B, Public Service and Brookfield Duece

From the event description:

Veteran rapper and hip hop artist Bun B is performing on Sunday at The New Parish. Public Service and Brookfield Duece are the supporting acts. 

When: Sunday, May 26, 9-11:30 p.m.
Where: The New Parish, 1743 San Pablo Ave.
Admission: $25. More ticket options available.
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