★ Of, By & For the People ★
Interdepen Dance Day
July 4 · 11AM–2AM · The Loom, Oakland
A co-created, collaborative 4th of July to imagine — and take real steps toward — the America v2.50 we want to live in. Come in costume for what you want to see!
THE PEOPLE SPEAK!
What do you want to see in America v2.50?
What would you build if it were up to you?
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HERE'S THE ACTION!
Part backyard BBQ, part block party, part unconference, part YOU!
Music that moves you
15+ hours of DJs and live music from noon to 2am. Daytime activities open to all ages until 9pm; after that, two late-night rooms (18+ and 21+). Costumes encouraged!
Community in action
Interactive activities, participatory art and hands-on civic projects. Bring your kids, your friends, your neighbors.
Workshops & lightning talks
Real conversations with organizers, authors, faith leaders, and community leaders. Plus an unconference where you can host your own session.
This festival is built by you.
Bring a game, an idea, a workshop, a costume, or your whole community organization. There's a spot for everyone who wants to make this weekend happen.
★ THE VIBE!
How to show up
A few simple principles to help us co-create the weekend together.
Come with an open mind and an open heart.
Be open to connect with people you don't know.
Come as a participant, not just an observer.
Come playful, with your kid curiosity and creativity! 🙂
Come in costume as something you want to see in America v2.50!
Let's be friends with the earth. Please bring a reusable cup / water bottle.
30+
Collaborating community organizations
15+
Artists and performers
14+
Hours of DJs & live music
15+
Workshops for youth of all ages
★ LET'S DANCE!
The Block Party lineup
Live music from late morning into the night, then DJs spinning across two rooms until 2am. Daytime is all-ages; after 9pm the Theatre is 18+ and the Seed Barn is 21+.
Funky Breezyw/ Andy Ammo
Maculate
Manila Vanilla
Nurse Noise
WarbleOshan
Colibria
Lychy Jelly
Izzy Wise★ LET'S CO-CREATE!
Speakers & civic voices
Amazing speakers, panels, and civic discussions from noon to 5pm — organizers, authors, technologists, and community leaders sharing ideas for America v2.50.
Dan HuCalMatters
Daveed BenjaminFounder, GovHub.live (citizen tech)
David Munir NabtiNextDemocracy.us & InterdepenDanceDay.org
Hugh D'AndradeCreative Director, Electronic Frontier Foundation
Jamie JoyceAuthor of the MAD Act
Jenn Phelps QuinnInterdepenDanceDay.org & NiCE Agents United
John BautersFormer Mayor of Emeryville · co-founder, RevitalizeEastBay.org
Lara PearsonLawyer
Lauren GoetzeCalifornia Doughnut Economics Coalition
Lila LaHoodSF Public Press
Patricia NabtiVolunteer & Civic Engagement Specialist
Rafa Sarria BustamanteFounder & lead, La Gente SF
Thor YoungOroVista Arts
Tim ReynoldsFounder, Roundabout.Community & Oakland Traffic Violence Rapid Response NetworkTHE ADVENTURE TIMELINE!
One weekend to kickstart a new direction for the country.
The schedule is evolving, and is open to your PARTICIPATION! Want to host a session, present a lightning talk, bring a game, have your band perform, or run a workshop? Fill out the participation form here.
July 4
Saturday
The big day. Doors open at 11am.
Doors open to InterdepenDance Day!
All-day music begins, outdoors & indoor activities, all-ages atmosphere 11 am - 9 pm.
Food trucks, music, art, & games
Local vendors, performances, ecstatic dance, art showcases, and immersive activities. See the full music lineup →
Lightning talks & Panels
Community leaders, organizers, visionaries, artists, and grassroots voices. Meet the speakers → · Apply to speak.
Unconference Participation
Join workshops, talk with authors and local initiatives. Propose YOUR OWN topic, grab the mic, or showcase YOUR ART!
Pop-up performances & Immersive Art
Celebrating the creativity of local artists and creative organizations.
The Big Dance Party! (18+ / 21+)
After the 9 pm collective gathering, DJ sets across two rooms from 10pm–2am — the Theatre (18+) and the Seed Barn (21+) — plus live music & late-night performances! See the DJ lineup →
July 5
Sunday
Build day. Turn the conversation into a plan.
Civic Jam: Co-create America v2.50
Take what we dreamed up over the weekend and turn it into something real — a hands-on day of building, prototyping, and collaboration. Sign up for the Civic Jam →
JOIN THE PARTY
Get your tickets
Don't just come — co-create.
The best parts of this weekend will come from the people who show up to make them. Bring something to share, or bring your organization to the table.
SECRET HEADQUARTERS REVEALED!
The Loom · Oakland
We're excited to host this festival at the Loom, an amazing East Bay venue with a history of weaving. From fabrics to community building, let's continue to weave together.
Address
The Loom
2220 Livingston St
Oakland, CA 94606
★ TEAM-UP!
Collaborators & partners
This weekend is powered by an amazing crew of community organizations. Tap any logo to learn more about them.
Collaborators
Community & Outreach Partners
★ See you July 4th
The country we want to live in starts with the weekend we spend together.
Come dance, vent, dream, eat, listen, and build. Whether you bring a clipboard or a kazoo (bring both!), there's a place for you here.