End the work day and start your evening off with Twelve String Roulette and a lovely cocktail! Gypsy-country-jazz from a shifting cast of brilliant singers and improvised compositions yield an enjoyable, unpredictable musical experience.
Alberta is the music of David A. Boone. Fleeting Trance is the creation of Bay Area songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Manasseh Bernal.
Oakland's jangly doo-wop-inspired garage pop outfit Night School, dream-punk solo project of San Jose's Bean Tupou (Sourpatch) Try the Pie, and Oakland creamsicle indiepop duo Horrible/Adorable. Fernando from KALX will be spinning records between sets. $8 Advance, $10 At the Door.
An eve of #femmefreakfolk curated by AMCC and La Dee Da, celebrating female expression! Plus joint album releases by Roxy Rawson and La Dee Da, with performances by Madeline Tasquin & Sarabande, Tay and the janglahdahs. $10 Advance, $7-$20 sliding scale at the door.
First Fridays are Free! For the past decade The Uptown has presented a Free First Friday showcase of mostly local artists we believe deserve your attention. This month features San Jose mod band The Odd Numbers, blues rock / genre bending outfit Flexx Bronco, raw and psychotic punk band Rock and Roll Adventure Kids, and goth surf band Harriot. Plus KALX DJs Jesse Luscious & Annabelle. No cover.
Austin TX Lower Class Brats mix punk, oi!, and '70s glam, joined by San Francisco street punk/Oi! band The Old Firm Casuals, English punk band from Ryde, Isle of Wight Grade 2, and East Bay heavy metal band Charger.
Featuring a sweet soul deejay set by DJ TUFF, bomb tacos by Tacos el Precioso, a special cocktail menu and over 14 local vendors! 12-6pm.
Art rock / alternative rock composer and guitarist Tommy Guerrero plays the Uptown with his full band! Don't miss this rare appearance. DJ Orb spinning. $10 in advance | $12 at the door
A film screening of cult classic Harold and Maude, with live music by Paul Griffiths and the Scofflaws, as well as Michael McNevin.
American guitarist and performing artist Alex Cohen, the dopest opus from Alexandra Buschman (Demonsleeper, Las Sucias), and Oakland improv trio/quartet Monopiece joined by Danishta Rivero (Las Sucias). $5 - $10 sliding scale.
Richmond CA hip hop artist Bugzy of Rubber Band Clan. RBC Bugzy brings us his new EP “Good Life”. With features only from his label members Rich City Stu and RBC Dobe and sole production from Madiou Diouf.
Sublime Foundation Presents: Home Grown Heroes. A benefit concert for OUSD Supper Program & Munchie Movement. Featuring Los Rakas, GQ (Jamale Records/9th Wonder), Golden Age Society (Beatrock Music), and JusDizz. Hosted by BYMG Dj LEX on the mix.
Join us in helping our community this holiday season. Bring in either a donation of food or money for entry. The Uptown staff will entertain you with music and dance reflected in the diverse talents within our family. $5 - $20 Suggested Donation, but no donation amount is too large or too small.
The Rap Contest is a single elimination contest, where 16 contestants compete for a cash prize of $1000! Performing (1) minute and (30) thirty seconds each round, with a total of 5 rounds. The winner who eliminates 5 opponents after five rounds, wins the $1000 cash prize live on stage!
Veterinary Professionals Holiday Party & Fundraiser for Pets Displaced by the Camp Fire. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to offset the care of pets displaced by the Camp Fire.
The Uptown and Hubba Hubba Revue's New Year's Eve Burlesque Bash 2018!
Ring in 2019 with shimmering showgirls, madcap swing, and an unforgettable night of thrills! $20 Advance | $25 At the Door.
Funky Thursdays is the first Thursdays of the month residency for Trace Repeat, Motown-inspired soul and funk band from Oakland with nods to James Brown, Michael Jackson, and Prince.
For the past 11 years, The Uptown has hosted a free showcase of bands we feel deserve your attention. This month includes Shark Punch, Lucky Eejits, and Elderly Abuse. Doors open at 5pm for Happy Hour; first band goes on at 9pm.
