Lake Merritt Amphitheater

Quincy Harley Jr

Signature meet up spot (especially for joggers).

Curtis Richardson

I love lake Merritt so much and have been coming and enjoying it's beautiful views of the city and it's people since I was a child. Being an Oaklander myself I know part of the history of lake Merritt but I'm an 80's baby meaning that the 90's was my era, so I remember all the festivals and nice cars driving around playing there music to the moon. I hope and pray that Oakland keeps Lake Merritt beautiful for many years to come

Phil M

There always seems to be people around here so there's a great sense of community. I see people on bikes doing tricks, tight rope walkers, and people just sitting having a good time eating or listening to music. There's even a nice padded area for running to make getting around the lake a bit easier. Another amazing thing is that during the holidays a menorah goes up and they light it as Hanukkah progresses. For Independence day it's also a great viewpoint of the fireworks since they happen on all sides of the lake. It's definitely a cool place to people watch and experience Oakland culture. There's even a little beach during low tide with geese, ducks and other birds.

birdy pajarita

at the foot of a magnificent lake, a big open space where a beautifully diverse and colorful community passes by on foot, scooter and bike... runners, walkers, lollygaggers and louts... all together sharing the space... the iconic Alameda County Court building and the regal Henry J. Kaiser Auditorium set an elegant architectural stage for a cast if seabirds and geese... tall trees sigh... smell of kind bud, sounds of hip hop and the city beyond... a prideful Oakland gem.