The Uptown is thrilled to present Janis Joplin's original band BIG BROTHER AND THE HOLDING COMPANY on Jan 13th! Get advance tix now!
Join us for a winter celebration - '80s style!! Live '80s music by Flock of Seagirls and Max Headroom '80s Band, plus costume contest for best '80s outfit, radical prizes, photo booth, and more!
Van Goat (formerly Bear Lincoln) takes the stage on Jan 20th! Blending an upbeat, don't-take-yourself-too-seriously vibe, with clarinet- and bass- driven music that makes Klezmer music seem tame, this band is a surefire party starter that's on its way to bigger things.
Don't miss this epic pop show in Oakland with American Culture (from Denver), Kids On A Crime Spree (Slumberland Records) and Circuits - plus DJ Kid Frostbrite and DJ MT (from LA). Co-presented by Oakland Popfest and KALX Radio.
Active Music Series presents a special tribute to Pauline Oliveros performed by sfSound and ROVA Saxophone Quartet.
BURLESQUE in Oakland! -- Take a walk on the wild side of SWANK, as the world-famous Hubba Hubba Revue returns to the beautiful Uptown Nightclub with a toasty Winter showcase of cocktails, showgirls and Las Vegas grind!
Every First Friday the Uptown presents a local showcase of the best new local bands in the Bay - and it's FREE! Don't miss Feb 3rd featuring four female-fronted artists making waves in the scene: Cave Clove, Daikon, Annie Bacon + All My Pretty Ones.
Don't miss the first Annual OAKLAND VOODOO FEST and SAMEDI-CON! 2 stages & 10 bands featuring El Radio Fantastique, Suicide Queen, Screaming Bloody Marys and more! Plus, wear your best Baron Samedi for discounted tickets in costume.
We love our monthly Queer Sessions; a night of singer/songwriters, wordsmiths and performers. Much wonder, much pride. Enjoy a cool drink and wild expressions. No Cover. Performances between 8 and 10pm.
The Active Music Series presents performances of experimental notation, conduction, noise, compositions with improvisation, avant jazz, free improvisation, chamber, electronic & electroacoustic music.
Platurn Productions & DJ Franchise presents DRE DAY 2017 'OAKLAND' featuring OG Arabian Prince (NWA | Stones Throw) and DJ Apollo (Triple Threat DJs) + resident DJs. Merch, giveaways, and more! Full info coming soon...
Berkeley Indoor Garden & Inner Standing Sound with DUB CLUB Oakland presents: International Dub Gathering 2017 - USA Launch Party (internationaldubgathering.com) at The Uptown Nightclub in historic downtown Oakland, California.
Laissez bon temps rouler, y'all! --and take a walk on the wild side of swank! Join the Bay Area's world-famous BURLESQUE revue at Oakland's beautiful Uptown Nightclub, for a night of sassy brass and Mardi Gras tease guaranteed to flip your fleur-de-lys!
Join us, all lovers of Moonshine and fine and wild tunes. We are very excited to have Moonshine Jelly back to play. This Americana-Celtic-Gypsy-Swing folk band adds contemporary context to ancient folk songs of Eastern Europe, the British Isles, and the Americas.
Get your funk on with 3 of the Bay Area's hottest acts: Marshall House Project (Santa Rosa), Major Powers & The Lo-Fi Symphony (Richmond) and Ultra Cinco from San Francisco!
The Active Music Series is focused on presenting new creative jazz and improvised music across the Bay Area. It is dedicated to highlighting the work of artists that embrace experimentalism, are informed by traditions, and demonstrate the confidence to combine complex concepts into unified works.
Live Irish music from The Forlorn Hope plus whiskey and pint specials to celebrate St. Patty's the traditional way. Erin go Bragh!
Join us for a night of operatic mischief and cocktails where you -- the audience -- get to be a part of the story onstage. Host Aria Umezawa brings her signature style of audience immersion, along with performances by San Francisco Opera's resident young artists.
Full info coming soon! #NativeTonguesAppreciationNight
Get Advance Tickets Here- $12 early bird discount until Mar 15!
Hubba Hubba Revue invites you to take a walk on the wild side of swank! Join the Bay Area's world-famous burlesque show at the beautiful Uptown Nightclub in Oakland, for a sexy, sultry night with the Tops In Tease!
Two Piece Tuesdays presents live performance and expressions of wonder. Every Tuesday. Free. Music from 8 to 10.
Join Bonesyard as we celebrate the release of Where Muscle Cars Roam. Featuring performances from The Pleasure Routine, Uncle, and Bonesyard. Half of all proceeds will be donated to victims of Ghostship fire.
It has been an age of absence, but now we turn our gaze outward and emerge blinded and blinking from our damp hollow. Harken, and attend to our sound and spectacle! Advance tix on sale now!
Alumni Dance Collective is hosting our second artistic showcase for artists in the Bay Area. This year we will be collaborating with other artists, including the amazing Anthony Ace Patterson to create a unique showcase of talent.
Join us first Tuesday's of the month for a songwriter in the round series featuring bay area songwriters sharing the stage.
Paris-based punk band Rikkha joins locals Junk Parlor and Oddjob Ensemble for a night of punk and experimental rock as part of the Uptown's Thursday night showcase series!
1st Friday party at the Uptown - always FREE! - featuring Everyone Is Dirty, Dooms Virginia, Greater Sirens and Love District.
SKINLAB is back for a 20 year Anniversary Party of "Bound, Gagged and Blindfolded"! With KYNG, White Knuckle Riot & Black Water Birth. Tickets onsale now!
Join us for a night of writing, Crumbs the film and saucy tunes by the one and only Ingrid Keir. Free. Happy Hour til 7pm!
This month Active Music Series Presents: Ives Band, Nakata & FootSos!
This 4/20 rise and shine for an exclusive guest list only, 21+ Live Broadcast from Oakland's own Uptown Nightclub, featuring performances by Bob Moses and K.Flay! Listen to Kevin Klein Live on Live 105, every morning from 6a-10a to find out how to get in!
2017 DMC BAY AREA DJ Battle presented by Rane and DJ Cue. DJS MUST REGISTER TO BATTLE by answering each of the following questions and send them to DMC USA’s Christie Z at usa@dmcworld.com BEFORE April 19th, 2017 11:59pm EST. No walk ups.
Hubba Hubba Revue invites you to the wild side of swank! Join the Bay Area’s world-famous burlesque & variety show at the beautiful Uptown Nightclub in Oakland, for a sexy, sultry showcase of The Tops In Tease!
Chrome was forged from the chaos and excess of mid-'70s Bay Area culture. Don't miss their record release party in Oakland - tix available now!
Welcome to The Midnight Menagerie: A funk showcase featuring Night Animals, Brass Animals, and Li'l Elephant! Tickets onsale now.
Join host Kim Lembo with songwriters Maya Dorn and Oceana Lawler-Larson as they share songs in the round as part of this monthly series. No cover!
Stop by in the early evening to take in the musical stylings of DJ Ron Allen (H-Street Skateboard). Later members of FLOGGING MOLLY arrive for an intimate night of Pub Seisiun. No Cover!
Surrogate Brains, Hewhocannotbenamed, Jonny Manak & the Depressives, and Pleasure Parade. Happy Hour 5-7pm, Music at 9pm
Active Music Series presents a monthly performance of experimental music and composition, featuring: LURK/CREEPS, Bonansea/Bachman/Corcoran, and The Deconstruction Of What You Know.
The Flaming Lips' drumming duo, Brother Griiin will be packing up their gear right after they finish up the Lips' set across the street at The Fox Theater and heading directly over to The Uptown to DJ the night away. Come by and party with us!
