Friday Nights at OMCA, where Oakland comes together.
This Friday Night at OMCA turns up the energy with vibrant rhythms, cultural celebration, and nonstop movement. Non Stop Bhangra takes over the Garden Stage with an immersive, high-energy experience celebrating the music and dance of Punjab, India. Featuring live drumming, DJs, dance performances, and interactive lessons, this joyful, all-ages dance party invites everyone to jump in, let loose, and feel the beat.
Keeping the vibes flowing, 4DHILA delivers a powerful DJ set rooted in Hip-Hop, global sounds, and rhythms of resistance. With an emphasis on storytelling, connection, and self-expression, their set creates an electrifying space where music and community come together on the dance floor.
Alongside an exceptional event experience, Friday Nights at OMCA also features Gallery Chats from 5:30–7:30 pm. Moving beyond the traditional museum tour, Gallery Chats invite visitors to engage in conversation, ask questions, and connect with OMCA facilitators who blend content expertise with lived experience to spark meaningful dialogue and new perspectives. Gallery Chat facilitators can be found in OMCA’s Great Hall Special Exhibitions and the Core Galleries of California Art, History, and Natural Sciences. Gallery Chats are included with Museum admission. Facilitators float between galleries throughout the night and can be seen wearing a blue “Let’s Chat” shirt.
Program Schedule:
5:30–7:30 pm Gallery Chats | All Galleries
5:30–8 pm Live Music and Dance by Non Stop Bhangra | Garden Stage
6:45–8:45 pm DJ Set by 4DHILA | Amphitheater
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the activity organizer or venue as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
