East Bay Events: November 2026
Chloe Dertinger | November 1, 2026
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Chloe Dertinger | November 1, 2026
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November is when the East Bay really settles into the season. Think holiday tree lightings, neighborhood light parades, night markets, and Thanksgiving morning turkey trots, all within a short drive of Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, Concord, San Ramon, Pleasanton, and Livermore. Whether you live here, are thinking about a move, or just want a good weekend plan, here's a roundup of the best East Bay events in November 2026.
Dates and times can shift, so event links are included wherever available. Always double-check before you head out.
The Tri-Valley has the busiest November calendar of the bunch, from Bankhead Theater shows to wine country holiday gatherings. For even more listings, browse The Vibe, the Tri-Valley's local events calendar.
The Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance's Power of Giving Celebration runs from 5:15 to 8 PM at the Bankhead Theater.
A Thanksgiving-season Thursday night in Livermore wine country, from 7 to 9 PM.
Gather for a Friendsgiving dinner at Wente from 6 to 10 PM. It's a good way to get into the Thanksgiving spirit a week early.
Pleasanton Youth Theatre Company's young performers take the stage in downtown Pleasanton for multiple performances this weekend. Check the ticket page for showtimes.
Car fans head to the Alameda County Fairgrounds from 8 AM to 4 PM on Saturday for classic cars and hot rods. Check the event page for Sunday hours.
JMC Cellars hosts its fall release party from noon to 5 PM.
A hands-on, family-friendly science session at Quest Plaza in Stockmen's Park, 10 AM to noon.
An early start on holiday shopping with wine in hand, from 6 to 8 PM. This one is 21+.
Caitie Barrett presents The Ghosts of Pompeii at 7:30 PM.
A live concert at the Bankhead Theater at 8 PM.
Join City Center Bishop Ranch from 6 to 7 PM for the annual holiday tree lighting. It's free, and the Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink opened earlier this month, so you can make a night of it.
This curated vintage market runs Friday evening and Saturday, with vendors, food, drinks, and music. Great for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.
The pajama shopping tradition is back in downtown Livermore, starting at 7 AM. Wear your PJs, hit the boutiques early, and grab the deals before the holiday rush.
Homegrown Hops Brewing Co. pairs highland cows with craft beer and holiday cheer from noon to 7 PM.
An uplifting musical tribute to the past, present, and future, in the heart of downtown Pleasanton. Tickets start at $31.
A Back to the Garden story concert at 8 PM.
The Tri-Valley Conservancy hosts a cave tour from 3 to 4:30 PM at the Wente tasting room.
Free docent tours of the historic Ravenswood Estate, 2647 Arroyo Road, run from noon to 4 PM on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.
A holiday-season classic, with the Sunday performance at 3 PM.
Celebrate the season at historic Hagemann Ranch from 1 to 5 PM.
Center REP's comedy runs at the Lesher Center for the Arts through Sunday, November 15.
This free community festival runs 11 AM to 2 PM at the Shadelands SportsMall, with local microbrews from Calicraft Brewing Co. and family activities.
Martinez's small-town holiday tradition starts at 5 PM on Main Street.
Shop local in downtown Concord, where the Concord Visitor Center teams up with the Concord Art Association for the day, and in Walnut Creek's downtown shops and restaurants.
The Walnut Creek Historical Society hosts its Holiday Faire from 10 AM to 4 PM, plus Holiday Teas with 11 AM and 1:30 PM seatings, on the historic ranch grounds.
Downtown San Leandro lights up from 4 to 9 PM with a free neon-themed night market. It's a fun, casual Friday night out with food, shopping, and a lot of color.
Galleries, studios, and shops open their doors for a free evening starting around 6 PM. The East Bay Bike Party rolls out the same night at 7:30 PM if you'd rather explore on two wheels.
The holiday season kicks off in Castro Valley at 3 PM at Castro Valley Boulevard and Redwood Road. Bring the kids and bundle up.
Head to Fourth Street at Delaware at 5 PM for Berkeley's holiday lighting celebration. Fourth Street's boutiques and cafes make this a good evening for an early gift shop and a hot chocolate.
The public tour runs 10 AM to noon, a great look inside one of the East Bay's most beautiful Art Deco landmarks. Confirm the date on the Paramount's tour page, since dates can change.
No tickets needed. Find a dark spot in the East Bay Regional Parks, like the Berkeley Hills or Sunol, and look up around 10 PM.
The day after Thanksgiving, South Shore Center in Alameda hosts its tree lighting festivities. It's an easy, low-key way to work off the leftovers.
Earn your pie! These local runs and walks support food banks and community groups:
Hours can change with the season, so check each page before you go.
Plan ahead: Livermore's Holiday Sights and Sounds Parade & Tree Lighting is December 5 at 6 PM on First Street, Emeryville's Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade is December 4, and Pleasanton's Hometown Holiday celebration is also in early December. Concord's Mayor's Tree Lighting, Holiday Sip N' Stroll, and Super Holiday Boutique happen in December too, and you can check Civic Park in Walnut Creek for this season's Walnut Creek on Ice dates.
What are the best free events in the East Bay in November 2026? The San Leandro Neon Night Market, the Oakland and Alameda Art Walk, the Castro Valley Light Parade, Berkeley's Fourth Street Lights On, Shadelands FallFest in Walnut Creek, and the San Ramon and Martinez tree lightings are all free.
What's happening in Pleasanton and Livermore in November 2026? Highlights include the Goodguys Autumn Get-Together, The Great Junk Hunt, Earlier Than the Bird in Downtown Livermore, shows at the Bankhead Theater and Firehouse Arts Center, and Friendsgiving and release parties at local wineries.
What's happening in Walnut Creek and Concord? Shadelands FallFest on November 15, Center REP's Dracula through November 15, Small Business Saturday on November 28, and the Holiday Faire and Teas at Shadelands Ranch starting November 28. Concord also has a year-round Tuesday farmers' market at Todos Santos Plaza.
What's good for families? The Castro Valley Light Parade, the San Ramon tree lighting and ice rink, Treadmill Tinkering at Quest Science Center, Moos & Brews Holidays at the Hops, and School of Rock Young Actors Edition are all family-friendly.
What can I do on Thanksgiving morning in the East Bay? Join a turkey trot. Oakland, Walnut Creek, San Ramon, Concord, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Moraga all host one.
The East Bay is big and varied, and each community celebrates the season in its own way. November is a good time to explore a part of the region you haven't visited yet. For more local guides, see more East Bay guides.
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