Posts Tagged ‘Events’
Alameda’s Fourth of July Parade Starts on Park Street
Independence Day 2018
Get ready to have some fun in Downtown Alameda on July 4th.
The Mayor’s 4th of July Parade is one of the best Independence Day parades in the Bay Area. Spectators of all ages look forward to seeing a lively procession of vintage cars, hand-decorated flatbeds (“floats”), dancing horses, marching bands, dancing troupes, cheering squads, bicyclists, musicians, costumed characters, clowns, and surprises.
Since its inception in 1976, the annual parade has grown to boast over 160 “floats” and over 2,500 participants that travel along a 3.3 mile route across the island city, from Park Street on the east end to Webster Street on the west end.
The 2018 Grand Marshals are Pauline Kelly, former owner of Pauline’s Antiques, and Duane Watson, former owner of Lee Auto Supply. Both were longtime shop owners in Downtown Alameda before retiring this year.
For a front row seat along the Park Street sidewalks, plan to arrive well before the 10:00 am start time. The Mayor’s 4th of July parade attracts over 20,000 people and many of the spectators search out the best viewing spots in Downtown Alameda. Read More
Love Our Island Art Walk: Radical Beauty, Part 3
Download Map – Love Our Island Art Walk
Love Our Island Art Walk comes back to Downtown Alameda for a fun-filled evening during the next 2nd Friday ArtWalk. On Friday, June 8, 6:00-9:00 pm, Rhythmix Cultural Works and the Downtown Alameda Business Association will present three hours of of art and music along Park Street for the third installation of the creative art event.
Love Our Island Art Walk – Radical Beauty, Part 3 presents three new art installations to be revealed in empty storefront spaces between Encinal Ave and Buena Vista Ave, along with six live musical acts. To help attendees visit all the sites in style, LimeBike will have complimentary bikes available at Redwood Square Alley, Alameda Bicycle, and Walgreens.
Art Installations:
1320 Park Street (former Juniper Tree Vintage) Joanna Ruckman is an Alameda-based artist who teaches printmaking workshops at Phoenix co-working space and artist studios. Her current work explores the symbolism of braids, weaving together art, textiles, and storytelling.
1326 Park Street (former Juanita’s Restaurant) The collaborative duo known as RoCoCo is comprised of KC Rosenberg and Modesto Covarrubias. Together their works explore complex emotional states, social justice, and contemporary culture.
1617 Park Street (former Alameda Video Game Exchange) Heather Deyling’s “Invented Hybrids” is imagined variations of flora, fauna, and fungi representing an alternative future in which species have merged to create new life forms. Read More
New Happenings at the Spring Festival
Long time residents, recent arrivals, and island visitors alike enjoyed all that Downtown Alameda had to offer at the 18th Annual Downtown Alameda Spring Festival.
The Spring Festival is one of a few annual fundraising events. Part of the proceeds from the wine, beer, and mimosa sales goes to our “Clean, Green, & Safe” fund to further support our efforts to maintain our tree-lined streets.
The Downtown Alameda Business Association is grateful for those who attended… Thank you!
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The Downtown Alameda Spring Festival brings 150 art and craft vendors, mouth-watering festival food, local craft beer and premium wine sales, nonstop live music on multiple stage, and an interactive kids’ area to the island city. Festival-goers will enjoy a stroll in Alameda’s historic downtown district where unique shops, amazing restaurants, and other businesses will also be offering event specials throughout the weekend, making it the perfect place to find a gift for Mom. Or bring Mom to the festivities and treat her to a mimosa and lunch.
The 18th Annual Downtown Alameda Spring Festival is a Mother’s Day weekend tradition with something for everyone. The fun happens on Saturday, May 12, 2018 & Sunday, May 13, 2018 from 10:00am to 6:00pm both days and is FREE to attend.
Come see what’s new at the Spring Festival and stay to enjoy all that Downtown Alameda has to offer!
New for 2018:
Alameda Alley: Catch up with friends at a newly expanded section located on Central Avenue near the historic Alameda Theatre & Cineplex. Thanks to Alameda music legend Jim Parodi and Habanas Cuban Cuisine, the new Alameda Stage area will be bursting at the seams with local talent; plus, lots more tables and chairs to encourage visitors to sit and enjoy the all that the festival and the downtown district have to offer.
Free WiFi: All festival attendees can enjoy free, high-speed internet service throughout the event area compliments of Alameda’s own Common Networks.
Free secure bike parking: An upgraded bike valet is located at Vietnam House at 1527 Park Street.
ATM’s: ATMs Unlimited will have ATM machines in convenient locations near each of the three beer/wine/mimosa booths as well as in Alameda Alley.
“It’s exciting to be able to offer so many new free activities and services to our visitors this year.” says Janet Magleby, Executive Director of the Downtown Alameda Business Association. “Some of my favorite moments at the Spring Festival are watching people taking selfies with their favorite food in hand, toasts being given over the amazing beer and wine selections, and the faces of kids on the bungee jumper!” Read More
Downtown Announces First-Ever Whiskey Stroll
Update: Our first-ever Whiskey Stroll was a huge success and a sellout! Hundreds of people strolled downtown to enjoy premiums sips and yummy bites throughout the district. Thanks to all the sponsors, downtown businesses, and area distillers who participated. We’re planning another Downtown Stroll in March 2019. Stay tuned!
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Premium whiskey and tasty bites await you and your friends as you stroll through historic Downtown Alameda at the first-ever Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll. Grab your sweater and join the fun on Friday evening, March 2 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm.
Guests will have the opportunity to taste premium, hand-selected whiskeys from NorCal distilleries paired with yummy bites at ten unique pouring locations in the historic downtown district. Then complete the evening with late-night fun at participating restaurants and bars offering “After-Stroll” discounts and specials.
Price of admission includes a collector’s glass, whiskey tastings and tasty “bites” at ten pouring stations, and a commemorative guide. Tickets are $40 until February 23 and increase to $50 after that date (if still available).
All participants must be 21 and over. Proceeds benefit programs that help keep Downtown Alameda clean, green, and safe. Read More