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The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Wellness

The Experience:

Salsa & Sangria! Picnic on the Plaza!

Picnic on the Plaza 2026 returns on Sunday, September 20th from 12 – 4pm at Antioch Court. Get ready for salsa dancing, tasty Latin food, drinks, and a fun afternoon.

Be game for dancing! Salsa & Sangria turns Antioch Court into an outdoor salsa dance floor for an afternoon of music, movement and community fun. The Oakland Salsa Club will lead Absolute Beginner’s Salsa Lessons, with music by Dímelo DJ and hosting by Candi Martinez.

The afternoon kicks off with an open-floor DJ set from noon–1 p.m., followed by beginner salsa lessons from 1–2 p.m. The fun continues with a Salsa Social from 2–4 p.m. Bring your dance shoes—Antioch Court will have a dance floor installed for the event!

Between dancing, participants can visit the Sangria Bar, grab food and beverages from Montclair Village’s 20+ restaurants and eateries or the Village Farmers’ Market, then enjoy their meals at community tables in the plaza. The event is free and open to all ages.

Get there early and peruse the Farmer’s Market where you will find the most seasonally fresh, whole, nutrient-rich foods that are available at any given time in California. It is open on Sundays from 9am-1pm, rain or shine at La Salle Ave at Moraga Ave. EBT Customers: You can now receive a dollar for dollar match up to $15 to spend on fruits and vegetables at Montclair Village  Farmers’ Market. Also accepted are WIC, Veggie Rx, and Beet Bucks.

Where:

Montclair Village – Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

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The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Wellness

The Experience:

Picnic on the Plaza!

Hit the Village & get healthy on Sun, Aug 23 from 12-4pm. It’s a Health & Wellness-themed Picnic on the Plaza. Free Family fun and community dining on Antioch Ct. Prize raffles too!

Join the villagers for demo workouts, a talk about mental health a martial arts exhibition and check out health practitioner booths to spark conversations.

Get there early and peruse the Farmer’s Market where you will find the most seasonally fresh, whole, nutrient-rich foods that are available at any given time in California. It is open on Sundays from 9am-1pm, rain or shine at La Salle Ave at Moraga Ave.

EBT Customers: You can now receive a dollar for dollar match up to $15 to spend on fruits and vegetables at Montclair Village  Farmers’ Market. Also accepted are WIC, Veggie Rx, and Beet Bucks.

Where:

Montclair Village – Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

By |2026-08-20T09:56:49-07:00August 20th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Festival

The Experience:

You’ve got live music, beer, wine, tasty bites, shopping & fun!

Hit the Village up this Saturday at the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival. A lively summer celebration of local craft beverages, live entertainment, and community spirit, the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival returns to Montclair Village on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12pm to 6pm. This is such a fun gathering of like minds. A local wine, beer and food tasting pumped by live music; complemented by artisan wares, shops, restaurants,  and neighbors. You are assured a fantastic experience. Just talk to all the vendors and you will learn so much about the great region where we live.

WHEN: Saturday, June 20 12 – 6pm

WHERE: Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in the center of Montclair Village

WHAT: Craft Beer & Artisan Wines, Montclair bites, restaurants, boutique shops & more!

Food:

  • Tante’s – Potato spinach knishes, garlic fries and Evergood sausages
  • Daughter Thai – Kai Gor Rhae, Crispy Hodo Tofu w/ Tamarind Sauce, Sticky Rice + Peanut Sauce, Thai Tea, Fresh Young Coconut
  • Sliver Pizza – Sourdough pizza with fresh veggies by the slice or pie
  • Oh G Burger – Smash burgers, sandwiches, fries and shakes
  • Perle Bar – banhmi sandwiches, spring rolls, cocktails
  • El Agavero  – street tacos with all the fixings, margaritas, beer, and aguas frescas

Drinks:

Dozens of amazing local craft beverage makers will be pouring up some of the best beer, wine, ciders, and other bevvies including Alameda Brewing, Altamont Brewing, Farmstead Cheeses & Wine, Father’s Brewing, Headworks Brewing and Longman’s Gin. Full list of craft beverage makers here.

 Entertainment:

  • Park Day School Play Palooza Fun Zone
  • Live Music all day:
    • Prospect
    • Cardboard People
    • Bululu
    • DJ DJ2
    • DJ BlackWoman
    • Dani

Give Dad a day in Montclair for Father’s Day!

Entrance is free. Various drink packages are available. Check out details and Buy Tickets Here!

Where:

Montclair Village – Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

By |2026-06-18T11:23:19-07:00June 18th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Festival

The Experience:

You’ve got live music, beer, wine, tasty bites, shopping & fun!

Hit the Village up this Saturday at the Montclair Village Beer & Wine Fest  This is such a fun gathering of like minds. A local wine, beer and food tasting pumped by live music; complemented by artisan wares, shops, restaurants,  and neighbors. You are assured a fantastic experience. Just talk to all the vendors and you will learn so much about the great region where we live.

WHEN: Saturday, June 14 12 – 6pm

WHERE: Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in the center of Montclair Village

WHAT: Craft Beer & Artisan Wines, Montclair bites, restaurants, boutique shops & more!

  • FREE Music on the Streets –
  • 50+ Craft Beers, Artisan Wines, Specialty Drinks
  • Commemorative glass for each ticket holder
  • Kids Play Palooza Fun Zone sponsored by F&M Bank
  • Flair Travel & Adventure Zone

MUSIC:  Lineup on the Mister Beever’s Stage powered by Meet your Core Pilates
12:30 – 1pm – Woodminster Theater
1:15-2:30pm – Khalil Abdullah Quartet
3-4:15pm – Namorados Da Lua
4:45-6pm – Dos Four

Entrance is free. Various drink packages are available. Check out details and reserve your package now!

Where:

Montclair Village – Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

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The Experience, Alameda: Malaya Botanicals Pasko Night Market

The Experience:

Holiday Shopping Help is Here!

Choose from Malaya Botanicals’ entire line of CBD products and their  local artisan partners and give a customized Gift of Wellness to someone on your naughty or nice list! Join them tonight  for the very first Alameda Point Pasko Night Market – Thursday, December 15, 4-8pm! Get your shopping done and support local small businesses while enjoying good food, good music, and good vibes.

The Alameda Point Pasko Night Market will feature:
Food

• Chef Charleen Caabay – Food Network Chopped Winner & Entrepreneur @chefcharleen
• Tita Pearl – Board Director for the Filipino Food Movement
@tita_pearlie
• Whisk Cake Creations – Winner of 2022 Best Bakery in Alameda & Feat. Foodnetwork Bakers vs. Fakers
@whiskcakecreations
• Yana Gilbuena – Founder of Salo Series, kamayan pop-ups across the globe @saloseries
• Ube Area – Sharing traditional ube flavors with a modern twist @ube_area_
• Narra – Asian-inspired oat milk lattes @drinknarra

Local Artisans:

• Premium CBD Products @malayabotanicals
• Handmade Wood Wick Soy Candles – Kumalma
• Parol & Capiz Products @shop_farols
• Crystals for healing, decor, and jewelry @crystal_besties
• Repurposed Authentic Designer Jewelry @butonesjewelry
• Aroid & Rare Plant Shop & Gifts @plant.Baybe
• Sound Healer, Oracle Reader, Yoga Teacher, & Jewelry Maker @healing.soulution
• Polymer Clay & Resin Jewelry @shopheylay
• Thoughtfully handmade goods for home, garden, and closet @pineconeceramics
• Handmade goods Inspired by the islands @_hello_lily

Directions:

  • From Webster Tunnel (Webster Street):
  • Right on Willie Stargell Avenue (First Right)
  • Left on Pan Am Way
  • Right on W. Ranger
  • White Building on the left at the end of the street

If you cannot make it to tonight’s event, shop online or call them (510) 500-5303-and they will wrap and ship!

Malaya Botanicals Premium CBD Products are created to support your Healing & Malaya (Freedom). Clean and effective wellness products formulated with the knowledge and mindfulness of experienced professionals.Malaya Botanicals is a woman owned and family operated CBD Wellness and Beauty Company on a mission to de-stigmatize cannabis and empower women of color to take charge of their health and healing.

Where:

2350 Saratoga St Unit 167

Alameda at The Point

https://malayabotanicals.com

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