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Spring in the Bay: Save on Your Stay, Explore Oakland Events & Take a Day Trip
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This season, experience more—live music, local markets, and a perfect spring day in Walnut Creek, all from your Oakland home base.

Spring Escape Savings – Stay Longer, See More

There’s no better season to explore the Bay Area than spring—and no better launch point than Oakland’s waterfront. With quick access to the region’s most charming towns and cultural hubs, Executive Inn & Suites is your ideal starting line for short escapes and local experiences.

Stay a little longer and save while you’re here.

Details:

  • Stay 2 nights, save 10%
  • Stay 3 nights, save 15%
  • Stay 4 or more nights, save 20%

Includes complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi

Thursday Nights at OMCA – Art, Music, and Culture After Dark

Every Thursday, the Oakland Museum of California transforms into a community gathering with live music, food trucks, cocktails, and full access to its exhibits. OMCA After Hours is one of the best ways to experience Oakland’s creative energy.

Details:

  • Weekly rotating DJs, performers, and vendors
  • Access to all art, history, and natural sciences galleries
  • Scenic sculpture garden with seating and social vibes
  • 1000 Oak Street, Oakland
  • Thursdays | 5 PM – 9 PM

More info: https://museumca.org/visit/thursday-after-hours

Jack London Square Farmers Market – Waterfront Sundays

Spend your Sunday morning at Jack London Square, where the weekly farmers market delivers local flavor, seasonal produce, and lively entertainment right on the waterfront.

Details:

  • Fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, and local food vendorsLive music and family-friendly atmosphere
  • Walkable from the hotel
  • Broadway & Water Street, Oakland
  • Sundays | 9 AM–2 PM

More info: https://jacklondonsquare.com/farmers-market/

A Day in Walnut Creek – Theater, Shops & Local Flavor

Just 30 minutes from the hotel, Walnut Creek offers a refreshing mix of small-town charm and upscale culture. With live performances, open-air shopping, and craft drinks, it’s the perfect spring day trip—easy to do, even easier to love.

Stop 1: The Roommate at Lesher Center for the Arts

Start your outing with a matinee or evening show at Walnut Creek’s beloved performing arts venue. The Roommate tells the funny, heartfelt story of two women navigating reinvention and unexpected friendship. The performances are intimate, the writing is sharp, and the experience is worth the trip.

Details:

  • Showing through April 20, 2025
  • Modern, intimate performance space
  • Convenient parking and walkability to dining
  • 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek

More info: https://www.centerrep.org/what-s-on/24-25-season/the-roommate


Stop 2: Shop and Stroll at Broadway Plaza

After the show, enjoy the sunshine and shop your way through Walnut Creek’s open-air shopping district. With over 80 shops, including Nordstrom, Apple, Sephora, and smaller local boutiques, there’s something for every taste. Grab lunch nearby—patio dining spots like Va de Vi, Rooftop, and True Food Kitchen are guest favorites.

Details:

  • Wide mix of retailers and restaurants
  • Pet- and pedestrian-friendly environment
  • Central location with easy garage parking
  • 1275 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek

More info: https://www.broadwayplaza.com


Stop 3: Wind Down at ØL Beercafé & Bottleshop

End the afternoon with something cold and unexpected at ØL Beercafé, a warm and cozy beer-focused hangout with rare international bottles, rotating craft taps, and a selection of natural wines. It’s the kind of spot locals love to keep to themselves—and now, you’re in on it too.

Features:

  • Indoor + patio seating
  • Regularly updated beer list
  • Bottles to-go available

1510 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek

More info: https://www.olbeercafe.com


End the Day with a View

After a full day of discovery, retreat to the peace of your room at Executive Inn & Suites. Watch the sun set over the estuary, enjoy complimentary breakfast in the morning, and plan your next adventure—whether that means another road trip or simply staying in.

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