Jay P.
8/5/2025
AMAZING space for life music. The Fox Theater was a movie theater that sat abandoned for 40+ years before being restored and redesigned. It was designed during a time when themed movie theaters...
Fox Theater
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1807 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94612
In 1928, thousands of patrons flocked to the Fox Theater to watch a performance on the Mighty Wurlitzer followed by the latest "talkie." The opulent domed hall, with its eclectic mix of terra cotta tiles, detailed paintings and gold deities, drew as much, if not more, attention than its first-run productions.
The Fox closed in 1966 and suffered decay, leaks, and an arson fire until it reopened more than 40 years later. The venue now hosts live music that ranges from urban to jazz to hard rock. Its grand reopening also ushered the revitalization of Oakland's Uptown district, which boasts a dizzying array of bars, restaurants, and shops.
Parking and public transportation at Fox Theater
The 19th Street BART station is one block away. There are also multiple paid parking lots within a four-block radius.
Getting tickets at Fox Theater
Tickets are available through the Fox Theater website, through Ticketmaster, or by phone at 1-800-745-3000. The Fox Theater Box Office is open on Fridays from noon to 7 p.m. There is no service charge when purchasing tickets at the box office.
Types of concerts at Fox Theater
The recent calendar includes upcoming concerts from D'Angelo, Spoon, Sufjan Stevens, Jurassic 5, and Alice in Chains. The venue offers a wide range of genres, from jazz to hard rock.
Other places to visit near Fox Theater
For a bite before the show, check out Rudy's Can't Fail Café next door for fresh diner fare. (The Fox also serves a limited Rudy's Can't Fail menu in its Den area.) For a more upscale experience, visit local favorite Flora or newcomer Hopscotch. If those don't whet your appetite, there are many other restaurants nearby, not to mention several bars within a short walk.
Where to stay near Fox Theater
The Marriott City Center is located just a few blocks from Fox Theater. Jack London Square also offers several hotels at reasonable rates. Nearby Emeryville offers several accommodations in a business park-like setting.
Insider tip for visitors to Fox Theater
Upgrade your ticket to include VIP access to the Telegraph Room. You'll get cocktail service, preferred seating, a VIP entrance, and access to a swanky private bar. The private bathroom alone could be worth a few extra dollars.
Author's bio: Heather Johnson is a freelance writer based in Oakland, California.
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Christine M.
7/10/2025
I've been here 3 times now for different concerts and I just have to say this place is so well organized. For some reason, the Telegraph room was closed for our concert so they refunded us, but...
Emanuel L.
6/12/2025
I can't remember my last visit to The Fox. It's a nice venue w/pretty good seating throughout. This was my first time having to lock my phone. I wish I'd known that would be the case, I would've...
Marlon T.
8/2/2025
Saw Harry Mack here and it was absolutely unreal. It was easily one of the best freestyle performances I've ever witnessed. The Fox Theater itself is gorgeous, with all the vintage details that...
Rachel H.
2/9/2025
One of the Bay Area's classic "old theater" favorites. After undergoing a 75 M renovation about fifteen years ago, this former movie theater now concert venue is really spectacular. Usually they...
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