Kicking Off Thursday Night Live! In Old Oakland

This Past Thursday marked the Kick off of Thurday Night Live events here in Old Oakland.

That is right, every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from now until October Old Oakland stays open late. What else could be better than summer nights out and about- at our great local eateries and shops?Not to mention the live music and DJ! And, here at Drift we aren't going to miss out on the fun. Stop by and see us we are also open late for Thursday Night Live!

Thursday Night Live will take place inside and outside the food establishments, taking full advantage of Northern California's perfect summer evenings and the hip urban crowd already milling about downtown.There is plenty of outdoor seating! Besides the usual drink specials associated with happy hour, there will also be a stage featuring live music, outdoor concession stands, and beer and beverage "gardens" where people can mix and socialize in a more communal style.

Old Oakland is a misnomer - downtown Oakland is teeming with upscale restaurants, chic entertainment venues, and other trendy alternatives to nighttime diversions, making it the choice destination for sophisticated professionals who enjoy the after work happy hour scene. By building onto the already existing after-work scene, convenient public transportation to and from downtown Oakland, and the diverse population already patronizing these establishments, this event is sure to flourish. Thursday Night Live will take place inside and outside the food establishments, taking full advantage of Northern California's perfect summer evenings and the hip urban crowd already milling about downtown. Besides the usual drink specials associated with happy hour, there will also be a stage featuring live music, outdoor concession stands, and beer and beverage "gardens" where people can mix and socialize in a more communal style.

This event was started last year by a group of merchants spearheaded by the owners of Tamarindo Antojeria Mexicana, Levende East, B Restaurant & Bar, and Air Lounge in an effort to showcase the businesses, restaurants and bars located in the Old Oakland business district.

Thursday Night Live is produced by Oakland Events LLC, a new full scale event company specializing in street festivals and promotional events in Oakland's neighborhood commercial districts. Oakland Events is the creation of Helen Wyman and Tina Aiyer, two women who are passionate about revitalizing Oakland; their aim is to produce economically sustainable events that build community, celebrate culture, and support the local economy. For more information about Oakland Events, please visit http://www.oaklandevents.net/.

And, Check out these pics from last Thursday's great turn out! Hope to see you here next time!