Schedule

We hope you can join us for the entire weekend, because there will be plenty of delicious food and a delightful friend blend.

Friday, November 13, 2026

Swan’s Market has a variety of eateries, beer and wine, and both indoor and outdoor seating. Come as you are, enjoy dinner and meet fellow nominees.

Location: Swan’s Market, 510 9th St., Oakland, CA

If you can arrive early and help set up the venue, we’d love the help!

Come ready to serve your fanciest gender on the red carpet.

Awards will be awarded. Dinner, cupcakes, and festive beverages will be served. Vegan and gluten-free options will be available.

Location: Lake Merritt Sail Boat House, 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA

There is paid parking onsite.

We’ll need your help making sure that we’re loaded out of the Sail Boat House. It shouldn’t take long!

Location: TBD

Join us for a chill Sunday brunch featuring homemade Thai food at a Bay Area classic.

Location: Wat Mongkolratanaram, 1911 Russell St., Berkeley, CA

Please note that the Berkeley Thai Temple is cash only. Bring about $20 per person to buy food tokens.

At brunch we’ll self-organize some fun Bay Area outside time depending on everyone’s energy level and whether or not it’s nice outside.