2026 Whiskey Stroll, Altarena Playhouse’s new musical, Wet Paint Day, live music at the library, and Easter at Alameda Landing
How is everyone holding up after that heat wave? Temperatures are back down into the normal range this weekend, so you can get out and about—without dripping sweat. On Friday, March 27, Alameda Strolls invites the community to the Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll. The same night, Altarena Playhouse performers take the stage in the opening weekend of their latest musical, Anything Goes. Whether you’re an artist or a patron, head over to South Shore Center on Saturday, March 28, to experience Frank Bette’s Wet Paint Day 2026 fundraiser. Check out Alameda’s other big retail plaza, Alameda Landing, for a free, family-friendly Easter celebration on the same day. And that night, grab a ticket for a jazz performance with Live @ the Library.
Whiskey Stroll 2026
Friday, March 27
The Annual Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll is back for the eighth year! Join Alameda Strolls to walk, talk, and sip your way through historic Downtown Alameda on Friday, March 27, from 6 to 9 p.m.
“Enjoy an evening filled with craft spirits and entertainment while learning about the unique styles from the distillers,” writes Alameda Strolls. Participants will take an educational, thirst-quenching walk through Downtown Alameda to engage with local craft distillers and taste their wares.
Alameda Strolls events tend to sell out, so be sure to snag your ticket ASAP. Admission to the Whiskey Stroll is $81.88, and VIP Tickets are $103.22. A limited number of Designated Driver tickets are available for $28.52. Check out a full explanation of the ticket tiers online.
Altarena Playhouse Presents Anything Goes
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through April 26
Spend a night on the town at the opening weekend of Altarena Playhouse’s latest musical, Anything Goes. See the show at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, or 2 p.m. on Sundays, through April 26.
Anything Goes follows luxury liner SS American on its voyage from New York to England, including an amusing and eccentric cast of characters. The musical won three 2011 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival and five 2011 Drama Desk Awards, including Best Musical Revival.
We suggest that you reserve your tickets well in advance if you wish to attend Anything Goes. After the island started buzzing about Atlarena’s 2025 musical, Grease, tickets were gone in a flash.
The show runs about two hours and 40 minutes with one intermission. Guests who require mobility accommodations are encouraged to reach out to the theater in advance. The Sunday, April 12 show at 2 p.m. will offer an audio description by Gravity Access. See more on Altarena’s Accessibility webpage. Tickets range from $36 to $45 and are available online.
Wet Paint Day 2026
Saturday, March 28
Frank Bette Center for the Arts is gearing up for their 21st Annual Plein Air Paintout, and they are kicking things off with their Wet Paint Day 2026 fundraiser. On Saturday, March 28, join Frank Bette at South Shore Center in Room #2242 (next to See’s Candy) to get involved. Wet Paint Day is scheduled from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Artists are invited to either paint a piece en plein air, or to paint a clothed model indoors. Painters will be given time to paint from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. At 2 p.m., artists are invited to register their work for sale, take their art and easels, and set up a display for interested buyers. At this time, shoppers are invited to view the work—and yes, it’ll still be wet!
Artists will receive 60% of the sale price of their pieces, and the remaining 40% will go towards the Nancy Seamons Crookston Award for the 21st Annual Plein Air Paintout. This drop-in event does not require any registration. A donation of $25 is suggested. See the Frank Bette website for more information.
Easter at Alameda Landing
March 28, 2026
Alameda Landing, 2600-2700 Fifth Street, is throwing a free, family-friendly Easter celebration on March 28. The festivities are scheduled from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Head over to the space across from Habit Burger to join the fun. Alameda Landing has arranged for photos with the Easter Bunny, face painting, balloon art, a kids craft station, and treat bags while supplies last.
No RSVP is required for this free event. Check out Alameda Landing’s interactive map to explore the businesses around the party.
Live @ the Library Presents Tammy Hall
Saturday, March 28
You won’t be shushed for clapping at the library this weekend! The Live @ the Library concert series returns to Alameda Main Library, 1550 Oak Street, on Saturday, March 28. Enjoy a concert by Tammy L. Hall beginning at 7 p.m.
Hall is a grammy-recognized pianist, composer, and musical director with four decades of experience. She’s performed alongside other jazz artists such as Etta Jones, Ernestine Anderson, Terri Lyne Carrington, and Regina Carter.
The evening’s entertainment is organized by Friends of the Alameda Free Library. Tickets are going fast, so grab your ticket online ASAP. Another Live at the Library concert is scheduled for April 11, featuring Mads Tolling. Tickets are $49.87 per show, or $87.21 for both.
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Amanda Laird is the Content Manager and Events Editor of the Alameda Post. Her writing is collected at AlamedaPost.com/Amanda-Laird. Reach her at [email protected].
