Welcome to Oakland Central, your portal to Downtown Oakland from the Uptown Arts and Entertainment District to the Jack London waterfront, from Chinatown to Koreatown, from Lake Merritt to Old Oakland, and everything in between. This is the place to get the scoop on Oakland’s best shopping, dining, nightlife, entertainment, local artists, outdoor adventures, community events, and much more.

Whether you are visiting the Bay Area for the first time, a native seeking to find more hidden gems in the city that you love, or a local business owner looking for ways to promote your unique offerings, Oaklandcentral.com is the place to discover, celebrate, and connect with all that our beautiful downtown has to offer.