City Observed Holiday 2026

Wed · Nov 11·10 AM – 5 PM·USS Hornet Museum · Alameda

Color Guard by Civil Air Patrol, keynote by Rear Admiral Michael Baker, wreath laying at the fantail, rescue mission presentation by Jeremy Holm, and a USS Hornet flyover.

Wed · Nov 11·11 AM·Online events · Alameda

Online author talk with Paul Vigna examines his book The Almightier, tracing money’s evolution into modern faith, ages 18 and up.

Wed · Nov 11·12:15 PM·Main Library · Alameda

Half‑hour of short stories, picture books, and curated tales presented by expert librarians, livestreamed on the Alameda Free Library Instagram, for ages 18 and up.

Wed · Nov 11·1 PM·Crown Memorial State Beach (Alameda): Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove

Self‑guided history walk at Doug Siden Visitor Center, exploring WWI maritime academy past, with flag‑folding and craft activities, all ages.

Sat · Oct 24·Mastick - Social Hall, 1155 Santa Clara Ave, 94501 · Alameda

Halloween line dancing with music, costumes, food and beverages at Mastick Social Hall.

Sat · Oct 24·Harrison Recreation Center, 1450 Lincoln Ave, Alameda 94501

Sea level rise focus group meeting (Harrison Recreation Center) — Planners share shoreline adaptation strategies for Alameda's East End; members weigh options and give input to project team.

Sun · Oct 25·Alameda Waterfront Park, 2151 Ferry Point, Alameda 94501

Two-hour outdoor workshop at Alameda Waterfront Park teaches bike confidence and experience on shared-use paths for ages 13 and up.