If you’re in need of some retail therapy, this is your weekend! Shop for fabulous vintage finds, support local fundraisers, and stop by the first Downtown Alameda Farmers' Market of the season—now open on Thursdays from 3 until 7 p.m. through August 6. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-a-weekend-to-shop/

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All Around Alameda – A Weekend to Shop - Alameda Post

If you’re in need of some retail therapy, this is your weekend. Shop till you drop at five local markets and festivities across the island!

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A night of color, celebration, and community is coming to Alameda, as the Queer Teen Center (QTAC) and Alameda Pride present “Under the Big Top: Queer Prom 2026,” a free, carnival-themed prom created especially for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies in grades 6 through 12. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/under-big-top-queer-prom-lgbtq-youth-allies-may-8/

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An excited crowd gathered at Chochenyo Park on Saturday, October 11, for an afternoon of celebration and support at Alameda Pride in the Park. Ken Der attends performances, talks to guests and organizers, and shares the story of how attendees peacefully overcame hate. Photo by Anne Kohler. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/dazzling-displays-dancers-and-drag-at-alameda-pride-in-the-park/

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Get ready to have a blast this weekend—without ever crossing a bridge or tunnel! Celebrate the US Navy's birthday aboard the USS Hornet, party with Alameda Pride, get on the water at PaddleFest, learn to make pretzels, and join the Alameda Post for the final History Walking Tour of the year. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-parties-paddles-pride-and-pretzels/

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Mark your calendars! Alameda’s Fourth Annual Pride weekend, themed “Together We Rise,” kicks off on Saturday morning, October 11, with a 5k and continues throughout the day and evening with live music, dancing, food, fun, and vendor booths. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-pride-returns/

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Alameda Pride founder Jeramie Andehueson has been chosen as the Grand Marshal for Alameda's 4th of July parade. He states, “This year’s parade theme, ‘Together We Rise,’ is a powerful call to action. The Queer community needs the support of our allies, families, and friends now more than ever." https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-to-celebrate-4th-of-july-with-pride/

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On February 10, the basement of the Veteran’s Building was packed for the Queer Teen Alameda Center's (QTAC) Open House. Alameda County Supervisor Lena Tam also presented a $10,000 check to Alameda Pride! Jean Chen chats with attendees about the exciting programs. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/community-gathers-celebrate-queer-teen-alameda-center/

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Alameda’s LGBTQ+ youth are getting a new drop-in teen center where they can hang out and socialize in a safe space. Adam Gillitt reports on the innovative launch coinciding with National Coming Out Day, Friday, October 11—the first of its kind in the city.

https://alamedapost.com/news/drop-in-center-opens-alamedas-lgbtq-youth/

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An estimated $10,000 was raised by the Alameda Pride Foundation during their third Alameda Pride celebration on Saturday, October 5. "The majority of the money will be used to help fund staffing and physical materials needed for the new LGBTQ+ teen center opening this Friday," reports Vicky Nguyen.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-pride-raises-funds-for-new-lgbtq-teen-center/

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Who's ready for some festival hopping this Saturday? Grab your crew and a car, and party with Alameda Pride, Witchfest, and the inaugural Filipino Island Fest!

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-many-festivals/

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