WELCOME TO

Oakland’s vibrant, walkable hub where urban energy links with everyday livability.

Our Story

Northlake was born from a love for Oakland and the belief that every Oaklander deserves a safe, clean, and vibrant downtown.

While it may be Oakland’s newest neighborhood, Northlake is about honoring what already makes this city great — its people, its culture, and its sense of possibility.

Photos: @goodhumaning

Here’s Where We Are. Come Visit.

Northlake is a place for creativity, community, and growth.

Formerly Auto Row, Northlake is now home to an intersection of thousands of residents, top-tier companies, and dozens of Oakland-grown restaurants, bars, entrepreneurs, and retailers.

Now a dynamic public space, Lot 2270 hosts free community gatherings, weekly events, and large-scale activations.

Lot 2270 is the neighborhood’s living room. Bring a coffee and a friend and kick up your feet! The Lot offers fitness, live music, family programs, and so much more. Stay on top of what’s happening at The Lot by following us online @northlake.oakland.

Lot 2270

Weekly Events Calendar

AM

7:15 - 7:45a

weekly

Meditation

Guided meditation session with East Bay Meditation Center

Lot 2270

Mon.

4 - 8p

Weekly

Northlake Rollivation

Skate, dance, and be in community!

LOT 2270

7:15 - 7:45a

weekly

Tai Chi

Fun, easy practices to improve mobility and emotional health

Lot 2270

Tue.

PM

11:30a - 1:30p

Midday Mahjong

Connect, learn, and play mahjong!

Lot 2270

6 - 9p

Weekly

Oakland Salsa Club

Learn how to dance salsa with Oakland Salsa Club.

LOT 2270

7:15 - 7:45a

weekly

Yoga

Warm up the joints, increase mobility, and start your day with deep breaths

Lot 2270

Wed.

6 - 7:30p

Weekly

Afro Dance with Tomiko

Learn African street dance styles

LOT 2270

Thur.

7:15 - 7:45a

weekly

Qigong

Boost your mobility and enjoy more balanced emotions filler

Lot 2270

12:15 - 12:45p

weekly

Midday Flow

Afternoon flow to dive deeper into your alignment filler

Lot 2270

6 - 7:30p

1st & 3rd Thurs

Northlake Live

Vibes and tunes by local artists

LOT 2270

6 - 7:30p

2nd Thurs

Laugh at the Lot

Open mic comedy show

LOT 2270

6 - 8p

3rd Thurs

Sip & Paint

Unwind, enjoy drinks, and paint with the community

LOT 2270

7:15 - 7:45a

Biweekly

Sound Bath

Immersive experience to release, reset, and reconnect

Lot 2270

Fri.

11:30a - 1:30p

Live at the Lot DJ Showcase

Vibes and tunes by local DJs

Lot 2270

5:30 - 7:30p

1st Fri

Funky Friday

Hip Hop for Change Youth Showcase, featuring performances, open mics, and rap cyphers.

LOT 2270

5:30 - 7:30p

3rd Fri

Karaoke

Open mic Karaoke night for all

LOT 2270

4 - 7p

1st Sat

The Left University Experience

Live music curated by Jonah Melvon

LOT 2270

Sat.

12 - 6p

2nd Sat

New Star Pop Up Market

Clothes, shoes, jewelry, and more

LOT 2270

11a - 1p

3rd Sat

Crafting in Community

DIY community craft sessionfiller

Lot 2270

10a - 12:20P

4th Sat

Fun, Free Fitness

Get active with Ne Plus Mobile Fitness

Lot 2270

2 - 4p

Weekly

Zumba with Kemya

Community Zumba session

LOT 2270

Sun.

Upcoming Events

  • Northlake Live

    Thursday, September 3 & 17 | 6 - 7:30p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Good music and great vibes. Grab a bite and enjoy live music from local artists.

    September 3 - Phat Luv Band

    September 17 - VibeMuzik

  • Funky Fridays - Hip Hop for Change Youth Showcase

    Friday, September 4 | 5:30 - 7:30p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Hip hop is back outside. Live performances, open mics, and rap cyphers. All ages, all welcome.

    Check out Hip Hop for Change on Instagram!

  • The Left University Experience

    Saturday, September 5 | 4 - 7p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Live music from local artists curated by Jonah Melvon. Bring your own chairs, blankets, and enjoy a Saturday afternoon with the family!

  • Laugh at the Lot

    Thursday, September 10 | 5:30 - 7:30p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Open mic comedy show.

  • Karaoke at the Lot

    Friday, September 18 | 5:30 - 7:30p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Sing your heart out with the Homeplace Collective!

  • Crafting in Community

    Saturday, September 19 | 11a -1p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Share your creativity with friends, family, and neighbors! Join Antonia of Piscola Mami as she guides you through a fun, DIY project. Beginner friendly and materials provided.

    RSVP Here!

  • Sip & Paint

    Thursday, September 24 | 6 - 8p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Attend our free sip and paint night to unwind, enjoy drinks, and paint with the community. All supplies provided. Bring friends and have fun!

    RSVP Here!

  • “A Different World” Reboot Screening Hosted by When Judy Went Upstairs the Podcast

    Friday, September 25 | 5:30 - 7:30p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Learn more!

  • Fun, Free Fitness

    Saturday, September 26 | 10a - 12:30p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Fun, Free, Fitness with Ne Plus Ultra Mobile Fitness at the Lot.

  • New Star Pop Up Market

    Saturday, October 10 | 12 - 6p
    LOT 2270 (corner of 23rd & Broadway)

    Get your shop on! The New Star Pop Up Market will have a variety of vendors selling vintage clothes, jewelry, plants, and more. Enjoy music from DJs and live performances or get a flash tattoo. There is something for everyone!

Northlake is a collaborative effort to uplift the area through thoughtful design and local partnerships.

It’s where every day spaces are transformed into places of energy, creativity, and community — a district where a parking lot can become a plaza, a storefront becomes a gathering spot, and the future takes shape without erasing the past.

Together, Northlake aims to deliver:

Our Initiatives

Community-driven events and opportunities for joy.

Neighborhood safety improvements.

Activated storefronts and retailer support.

Beautification and art in the public realm.

Northlake is a privately funded collaborative initiative spearheaded by local property owners, working alongside the Uptown Downtown Community Benefit Districts and the City of Oakland, with the intention to create lasting, positive change that benefits the city as a whole.

Interested in contributing or volunteering? Reach out at info@northlake-oakland.com. 

Working with Oakland, For Oakland

Photos: Visit Oakland

Project Sponsors

Northlake in the News

Featured

Image: San Francisco Business Times 2024

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