Radium Runway 2023
We continue to build on our vision for a performing arts center with our second season of Radium Runway, a unique placemaking project and series of arts programming designed to inspire, educate, and experiment.
Inspire conversations about issues impacting our community through an artistic lens.
Educate our community about the arts with programs that are accessible, eclectic, and transformative.
Experiment through partnerships with artists presenting innovative works.
Alameda Point’s Open-Air Arts Hub
Radium Runway Grand Opening Event
Saturday, August 26
12:00–3:00pm
A family friendly afternoon of food, drinks, and fun. Rogue Rhythmx will be perfroming at noon for Rhythmix Cultural Works PAL in the Parks followed by DJ Raul on the decks afterwards. Come hungry!
Radium Runway Opening Night
Featuring Javier Navarrette and his Socially Distant Friends
Saturday, August 26
5:30–8:30pm
An evening of Latin music to celebrate the opening of Radium Runway. Featuring DJ Jose Ruiz (KPFA) and an ensemble led by East Bay percussionist Javier Navarrette.
Elena Pinderhughes + Young Musicians Choral Orchestra
Thursday, September 28
7:00–8:30
Elena Ayodele Pinderhughes is an award winning vocalist, flutist, composer, and songwriter. Pinderhughes's style seamlessly blends jazz, hip-hop, and R&B influences, reflecting her diverse musical upbringing and open-minded approach to music.
The evening will kick off with a brief performance from the YMCO (Young Musicians Choral Orchestra) led by Geechi Taylor.
John Brothers Piano Company
Friday, September 29
7:00–8:30
Stalwarts of the Bay Area music scene, these multi-instrumentalists blend incisive compositions with unrestrained improvisational energy. They deliver a spirited live show, driven by potent imagination and a relentless dedication to authentic modal self-expression.
Golden Hour: Youth Music Festival
Saturday, September 30 3:00–6:00pm
Golden Hour Youth Music Festival celebrates the best of Alameda's emerging new artists. A selection of groups from high schools across the island will perform at Radium Runway and a performance by the Oakland Interfaith Youth Choir.
Auditions to participate in the festival happen Aug. 23rd at 4:30 at the Encinal High Gym.
Runway Story Jam
Thursday, October 12
7:00–8:30
Come hear true personal stories told by the best storytellers in the Bay Area. Alameda Story Slam at the Radium Runway is inspired by The Moth Radio Hour and will feature funny and serious stories on the theme of Making From Scratch.
Ensemble Mik Nawooj
Friday, October 13
7:00–8:30
Ensemble Mik Nawooj (EMN)’s Hip-Hop Orchestra Experience is part concert, dance party, and club night featuring original music that samples from classical and hip-hop. Their music uniquely challenges the MCs and classical musicians pushing the boundaries of both hip-hop and concert music, creating something completely new.
The event will include a full 25-piece orchestra, DJ's and dancers for a truly unique mash-up experience.
Turf Inc at Radium Runway
Sunday, October 15
12:00 - 5:00pm
Leave Your Mark/Dance Battle.
An all-star / all-style street dance event with a battle format. From Turfin, hip hop to house, to locking to popping - celebrity & street dancers will go head-to-head to “wow” the crowd to ultimately win their vote.
Limited seating is available for each performance.
We recommend you arrive an hour prior to the event start.
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Radium Runway is located at 2151 Ferry Point, adjacent to Seaplane Lagoon Promenade.
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Parking is available at the Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal lot.
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Radium Runway is located one block from the W. Atlantic & Orion stop of the AC transit 96 bus line and is adjacent to the terminus of the Cross Alameda Trail at Seaplane Lagoon Promenade.
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Radium Runway is located one block from the Seaplane Lagoon ferry terminal. Check the San Francisco Bay Ferry for schedules.
We believe in the power of performing arts to bring people together on common ground through shared passions—inspiring empathy and social change.
Radium envisions a performance venue and gathering place featuring artists from our vibrant community and celebrated performers from around the globe, presenting music, dance, opera, theater, and literary arts.
Radium Runway activates our vision for performing arts at Alameda Point—accessible, eclectic, and transformative.
Thank you to our Radium Runway Supportors!
