Bay Area Host Committee Announces BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone
Free Community Festival at Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts Celebrates the Big Game with Official Watch Party, Live Music, Local Vendors, and Family-Friendly Activities
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – January 12, 2026 – The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) today announced the BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone, a community celebration featuring the official Bay Area Super Bowl Watch Party in the East Bay. The free, public event will take place on Sunday, February 8 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts, bringing the excitement of the game directly to Oakland families, local businesses, and the vibrant East Bay community.
BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone will feature a dynamic festival atmosphere including live music performances, appearances from local celebrities, family-friendly activities, food and beverage offerings from local vendors and restaurants, and a large-scale broadcast of the game. Made possible through BAHC Foundation support and contributions from community partners, the event reflects the Bay Area Host Committee's commitment to ensuring that mega-sporting events create meaningful, lasting impact for local communities. Fans can RSVP for free here.
"Oakland has always been one of the Bay Area's greatest storytellers — rich in culture, powered by community, and fueled by a passion that runs deep," said Zaileen Janmohamed, President and CEO of the Bay Area Host Committee. "BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone is about giving everyone in the East Bay access to this historic moment. It's a celebration of our people, our creativity, and our resilience. We're thrilled to activate in a way that honors Oakland's spirit and ensures that the economic benefits of this global event directly support local restaurants, vendors, and small businesses."
The event, produced in collaboration with Visit Oakland and A2Z M, is designed to be accessible to all Bay Area residents, with the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts providing a centralized location with easy access to public transit including AC Transit bus lines and BART. The free admission model ensures families across East Bay communities can celebrate together around one of the biggest sporting events of the year.
"Oakland is on the move — and we are excited to welcome this celebration to our community," said Mayor Barbara Lee. "BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone represents the kind of inclusive, community-centered activation that benefits our residents and local economy. We're proud to partner with the Bay Area Host Committee and Visit Oakland in bringing this event to the heart of Oakland."
The Fan Zone creates significant economic opportunity for East Bay restaurants and food vendors, who will have prime positioning to serve fans. BAHC partners with deep roots in Oakland and the East Bay are invited to activate and engage directly with the community throughout the day.
"Visit Oakland is thrilled to support BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone as an opportunity to showcase our city on a global stage," said Peter Gamez, President and CEO of Visit Oakland. "This event demonstrates how major sporting events can celebrate local culture, support small business growth, and create unforgettable experiences for residents and visitors alike. It's exactly the kind of activation that strengthens Oakland's position as a premier Bay Area destination."
The BAHC Live! Oakland Fan Zone is another example of the energy the community is bringing to one of the biggest sporting events of the year. Oakland is also playing host to the Divine Nine & HBCU Flag Football Classic on Friday, February 6 at Laney College – a free event bringing together the spirit of HBCUs, the legacy of the Divine Nine, and the love of the game, all for a great cause.
About the Bay Area Host Committee
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) is the region’s first long-term sports entity, dedicated to uniting the Bay Area through sport by building pride, connecting communities, and reenergizing the region. As a nonprofit, BAHC partners with local teams, civic leaders, and businesses to bring world-class sporting events to the Bay Area—driving lasting economic, cultural, and social impact. BAHC is proud to have Boston Consulting Group (BCG), EA SPORTS, Kaiser Permanente, Genentech and other visionary organizations as founding partners, supporting its mission to bring communities together and create lasting legacies through world-class events and sports. For more information, visit www.bayareahostcommittee.com or email us at info@bayareahostcommittee.com.
About Visit Oakland
Visit Oakland is a non-profit organization marketing Oakland, California as a travel destination. Visit Oakland offers a wide variety of complimentary services and materials for travelers interested in visiting Oakland. For more information, check out visitoakland.com. Want to share the Oakland love with the world? Follow @visitoakland on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook, and LinkedIn. #visitoakland #oaklandloveit #oaklandisinthegame