Focus Fest & Rising Seas

/ Seaplane Lagoon Promenade/

A free climate art event featuring live music, dance, visual art and theater.

Sparking,Curiosity, Urgency and Hope for the Future

Radium Runway, 2151 Ferry Point, Alameda

Alameda's first climate photography festival launches with a fun-filled community celebration. Radium Runway transforms into an open-air gallery showcasing national and international works. Enjoy climate-friendly cuisines curated by partner Erika Hazel, aka the Bizerkeley Vegan. Catch artist talks on the hour every hour or take a walking tour of the incredible facilities of DOER Marine. Try your hand at collage, foam relief printing, and other family friendly activities.

This is part of the In Plain Site photography festival and outdoor gallery, which includes the following upcoming main events:

First Glimpse

Friday, May 9, Join us for the festival opening soiree. Be the first to soak up the exhibit with fine cocktails, and jubilant jazz.

Focus Fest

Saturday, May 10, Enjoy climate friendly cuisines curated by partner Erika Hazel, aka the Bizerkeley Vegan. Catch artist talks on the hour every hour, or a walking tour of the incredible facilities of DOER Marine. Try your hand at collage, foam relief printing and other family friendly activities!

Put Yourself in the Picture

Tuesday, May 20, An intimate speakers panel featuring six local climate leaders sharing their experiences and expertise to inspire the next generation.

Free for all ages.

Rising Seas shares the joys and concerns of living on an island amid a climate crisis through a series of free public art performances of live music, dance and theater.

During the events, the community can participate in fun activities to learn about actions they can take to help mitigate climate change with the East Bay Regional Parks’ Mobile Education Unit and the City of Alameda’s Zero Waste recycle booth.

Live Performance Event Dates:

Saturdays, 2:00-5:00pm:

May 31, 2025 at Seaplane Lagoon Promenade
June 21, 2025 (TBD)
July 12, 2025 at Shoreline Park, Bay Farm 

Featured Performers:

KT Nelson and Dancers
Climate Detectives from the Future
Batey Tambó (May 31st)
Gamelan Sekar Jaya (June 21st)
Hālau Ka Ua Tuahine (July 12th)