Jack London Square is hot spot for foodies and craft lovers

Oakland, Calif. – October 4, 2018: Jack London Square hosts events in October designed to attract hundreds of food lovers, families and shoppers looking for unique items and taste experiences.

Here’s a rundown of the events:

• Farmers Market, every Sunday rain or shine, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• The Buck, first and third Sundays of the month, Oct. 7 and Oct. 21, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Second Saturday, open-air market, Oct. 13, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Farmers market provides local produce, food craft products, and breakfast and lunch options for visitors. The Buck runs concurrently with Farmers Market and includes a wide variety of local-makers and vendors selling unique clothing, jewelry and specialty food products.

Second Saturdays is a monthly, festive, open-air market on the waterfront, featuring up to 100 artisan vendors, children’s activities, live entertainment, and an array of food choices from local vendors and favorite eateries.

Transportation options to the Square include AC Transit, the Alameda/SF Bay Ferry, Amtrak, biking, walking and driving. For directions to the Oakland waterfront, please go here.

Farmers Market at Jack London Square video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcBp8RWitxk

About the Port of Oakland
The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland Seaport, Oakland International Airport and nearly 20 miles of waterfront including Jack London Square. The Port's 5-year strategic plan - Growth with Care - pairs business expansion with community benefits, envisioning more jobs and economic stimulus as the Port grows. Together with its business partners, the Port supports more than 73,000 jobs in the region and nearly 827,000 jobs across the United States. Connect with the Port of Oakland and Oakland International Airport through Facebook, or with the Port on Twitter, YouTube, and at www.portofoakland.com.

Media Contacts
Mike Zampa
Port of Oakland
Communications Director
(510) 627-1565
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Marilyn Sandifur
Port of Oakland
Port Spokesperson
(510) 627-1193
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