Good news — It’s a long weekend in Oakland.

There’s a lot going on this weekend, but I know one thing you probably won’t be doing… eating at Oakland’s newest Michelin Star, Sun Moon Studio.

Why? No rezys in sight. Chefs Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper opened the West Oakland restaurant last summer in a converted “artists studio” — earning their Michelin star in June this year.

The bad news: Reservations for the $180 tasting menu are booked out 6 weeks in advance. But you can always check out the only other Michelin starred Oakland restaurant, Commis.

In this week’s issue:

• A freaky circus sets up shop in the Coliseum parking lot

• Fairyland turns 75 on Monday

• Why Macaulay Culkin is coming to Oakland this fall

- Happy Labor Day!

Your East Bay Event Lineup

Each week, we bring you a curated list of events for families, couples, and everyone in-between. Got an event you’d like to promote? Send us a reply.

All Weekend

Paranormal Cirque II

The R-rated circus troupe, Paranormal Cirque, makes a stop in Oakland this weekend with their show “Paranormal Cirque II.” The show opens Friday and runs through the weekend to Monday. And yes, the show is exactly as it sounds, just peep the promo. Shows Friday (8/29) through Monday (9/1). Across from Oakland Arena. Tickets from $60 →

Saturday (8/30)

4th Annual Everybody Eats Festival

Now in it’s 4th installment, the Everybody Eats Festival is back this Saturday to celebrate the Bay’s culinary excellence, music, and streetwear. The event is family-friendly and even leashed dogs are allowed. Saturday (8/30), 12pm-6pm. 2151 Ferry Point, Alameda. See details →

August’s East Bay Baby Rave

If you didn’t know this is a thing, well, it is. This month’s Baby Rave is happening Saturday at the East Bay Community Space. Billed as a “family friendly dance party” for tots and kids. Saturday (8/30), 9:30am-11:30am. 507 55th Street. See details →

The Dock of The Bay Music and Food Festival

If you’re not up for a food festival in Alameda, closer to home (in the Laney College parking lot), stop by The Dock of The Bay Fest, featuring local food vendors and musical performances. Special guest: Isiah Misahlegalu, the 17-year old American Idol phenom. Saturday (8/30), 11am - 6pm. 501 Fallon St. See details →

Sunday (8/31)

Country on the Bay

If a trek to Treasure Island is calling you this long weekend: Bring boots. The island’s Gold Bar Distillery is hosting a Country-themed fest, complete with local vendors, line dancing lessons, and whiskey. Lots of whiskey. Sunday (8/31), 2-7pm. Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery, Avenue of the Palms, SF.  Details here →

Monday (9/1)

Fairyland 75th Anniversary Parade

The EVENT of the weekend. Fairyland turns 75 this Labor Day and they’re blowing the fairy wings off, starting with a parade through downtown Oakland to the park gates featuring special live performances inside the park. Bonus: Parade participants get 50% admission to the park — but you gotta have a kid with you to participate. Monday (9/1), Parade Starts 9:30am @ 19th Street Bart Station. See details →

Stories from The Bay

• Get know the (now) 10-year old pickling shop that recently moved to Rockridge. Yes, a pickling shop. It’s awesome.

• Macaulay Culkin is coming to Oakland this fall for a special screening of Home Alone at the Paramount Theater in honor of the movie’s 35th (yes, thirty-five) anniversary.

• Oakland Mayor Lee announced a new Oakland office focused on tackling homelessness in the city this week. Funding for the “Office of Homelessness Solutions” is still up for debate, but is expected to come in part from Measure W — the 0.5% sales tax added in 2020.

• OPD announced they’ve seized over 130 vehicles from illegal sideshows this year — interestingly 80% of vehicles were not registered in Oakland.

See you at the parade,

-Kolby
Oaktown Weekly

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