The Oakland Join-Up
October 3 & 4, 2026
A JOINERS Civic Weekend to help Oaklanders move from curiosity to participation.
Find something to join in local clubs, organizations, and volunteer opportunities.
What is The Oakland Join-Up?
The Oakland Join-Up is a civic pop-up at Lot 2270.
It’s designed to help people turn civic interest into real-world connection by meeting local clubs, groups, and projects they can actually join.
JOIN or DIE Screening
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · Doors: 6pm, Show: 7pm
Join us for a Saturday night screening of JOIN or DIE, the acclaimed documentary about the decline of clubs, associations, and civic life—and why they matter more than ever.
The Oakland Join-Up Activity Fair
Sunday, October 4, 2026 · 10am-2pm
📍 Lot 2270 in Northlake (23rd Street between Webster & Broadway)
🕐 10am – 2pm
🎟 Free & drop-in
🎁 Raffle prizes for attendees from our generous sponsors
Meet 20+ local clubs, community groups, and projects offering low-barrier ways to get involved. Come for 10 minutes or stay all day—no pitches, no pressure.
This is for you if…
You’ve been meaning to get more involved but don’t know where to start
You’re looking for community, not a commitment
You like the idea of clubs, projects, or shared activities
You want something social and meaningful
Have a club or community group?
The Oakland Join-Up brings together local clubs and community groups with people actively looking to get involved. Tabling is free, informal, and focused on conversation—not pitches.
Why The Join-Up?
Too many civic events end with inspiration but no next step
Oakland has incredible clubs and groups that are hard to find
Neighborhood spaces like bars can be real social infrastructure
Logistics & Questions
Activity Fair: Sunday, April 12 (1-4pm)
Location: Lot 2270 in Northlake (23rd Street between Webster & Broadway)
If you have access needs or questions we haven’t addressed here, or are interested in partnerships, please reach out.
Accessibility & Access
Lot 2270 a is wheelchair accessible
Seating will be available throughout the fair
The Sunday Activity Fair is drop-in, so you can come and go at your own pace
April 2026 partners and sponsors:
