If you enjoy Bay Area art walks, here’s a good one to go to: Oakland Art Murmur, a group of Oakland venues that have art receptions every first Friday of the month. You can enjoy the usual Art Walk experience, with some of the best art galleries opening their doors and offering complimentary appetizers, wine and drinks.

WHAT’S THE DEAL: Oakland Art Murmur is FREE.

WHEN: The first Friday of every Month, 6 pm to 9 pm.

WHERE: Various art gallery locations in downtown Oakland, CA. (PDF of galleries)