Oakland International Airport Gears Up for Busy Holiday Travel Season with Festive Offerings and Tips for Passengers
Live music, gift-wrapping station, holiday décor, and more happening at OAK
(IN SHORT) Oakland International Airport (OAK) expects over 500,000 passengers during the holiday travel season from December 20 to January 6, with peak travel days on December 20 and 27. Travelers can enjoy festive activities, including a free gift-wrapping station available on December 19, 20, and 23, and live performances by local musicians through January 3. New dining options include Cancun Sabor Mexicano and A16 Pizza in Terminal 1. OAK recommends making parking reservations in advance and arriving two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international departures. Renovations in Terminal 1 will continue with minimal disruption to travelers.
(PRESS RELEASE) Oakland, Calif., 2024-Dec-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakland International Airport (OAK) is preparing to welcome over 500,000 passengers during the holiday travel season, spanning from Friday, December 20, to Monday, January 6. The busiest days are anticipated to be Friday, December 20, and Friday, December 27. Travelers passing through OAK’s terminals will enjoy festive decorations, live music, and a complimentary gift-wrapping station to enhance their holiday experience.
“Our terminals are brimming with holiday cheer, and we’re excited to welcome travelers as they embark on their festive journeys,” said Craig Simon, Port of Oakland Director of Aviation. “With live performances by local musicians and the return of our popular gift-wrapping station, we aim to make the season extra special for our passengers.”
The gift-wrapping station will be available post-security in the connector between Terminals 1 and 2 on December 19, 20, and 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Passengers are reminded not to travel with pre-wrapped gifts, as security screening may require them to be opened. Airport staff will also hand out free candy and popcorn to spread holiday cheer.
Local musicians will perform holiday-themed sets through January 3 in the terminal connector area as part of OAK’s Tunes in the Terminal program. Musicians interested in joining can find more information on the airport’s website.
For those driving to OAK, parking reservations are strongly recommended to ensure availability and save time. Rates start as low as $14 per day for first-time customers who book online, with all parking lots conveniently located within walking distance of the terminals. Travelers can visit OAK’s parking page for updates and to secure a spot.
New dining options at OAK this year include Cancun Sabor Mexicano and A16 Pizza, both located in Terminal 1. Renovation work on Terminal 1’s check-in counters and restrooms will continue through the holiday season, with minimal disruption to passengers.
OAK encourages travelers to plan ahead by checking in online, downloading the MyTSA app for security wait times, and arriving at least two hours before domestic flights or three hours before international departures. For updates on flight statuses, travelers are advised to check directly with their airlines.
With festive activities and helpful amenities, OAK is dedicated to ensuring a smooth and joyful travel experience for all passengers this holiday season.
About Oakland Airport (OAK)
Oakland Airport (OAK) is the main airport for the greater East Bay, the most populated area in the metropolitan San Francisco Bay area. It is the closest airport to most Bay Area employers. By roadway and BART air-rail, OAK enables excellent access to all of the region’s business, entertainment and tourism venues. The vision of OAK is to be the airport of choice for San Francisco Bay Area residents and visitors alike. OAK is operated by the Port of Oakland, which also oversees the Oakland seaport and 20 miles of East Bay waterfront. Together with its business partners, the Port supports more than 98,000 jobs in the region with more than a $174 billion economic impact.
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