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Bach in the Subways: Enjoy free live music in BART stations from March 21 to 31

Bach in the Subways 2025, March 21-31, with Bach in a b-day hat

 

It's time for Bach in the Subways, a global celebration of Johann Sebastian Bach and his enduring music that invites musicians to play music in public spaces -- including BART stations! 

Performances take place between March 21 and 31 in the non-paid areas of stations. Enjoy the music as you pass through or come down for a special treat! Find the performance schedule -- which is subject to change -- below and on the Bach in the Subways website. 

Local musicians: There is still time to sign up to play music at BART. Follow the steps below under "How to play at a BART station."

 

Schedule

This schedule is subject to change.

Friday, March 21, 9am to 10am - Orinda Station 

Violin duet with assorted Suzuki and Bach

Friday, March 21, 2:30pm to 4:30pm  - 19th St./Oakland Station

Pythagoras - drone flute and ocarina 

Friday, March 21, 4pm start - Downtown Berkeley Station 

Junior Bach - young musicians play classical music and Bach

Saturday, March 22, 9am to 11am - Fremont Station 

Tre Corde - violin, viola, and cello trio to play six trio sonatas, BWV 525-530

Saturday, March 22, 10am to 12pm - Downtown Berkeley Station

Ruth and Alex - violin duet

Saturday, March 22, 4pm start - Fremont Station 

Audacity

Monday, March 24, 4pm start - Richmond Station

Ptrillaphatbeatzent 

Tuesday, March 25, 1:15pm to 2:15pm - Glen Park Station

Aiden and Scout - violin, piano, voice performance of Partita No. 2 Allemande, Prelude No. 1 C Major

Thursday, March 27, noon to 1pm - Coliseum Station 

Sarah Chavarria - solo violin performance of J.S. Bach Sonata no. 1 in G minor

Thursday, March 27, 2pm to 4pm - Hayward Station

Joyful accordion music - accordion duet of the Snow Waltz

Friday, March 28, 6pm to 8pm - San Bruno Station

Discotuba - trio of sousaphone, keyboard, and drums plays Jon Batiste-inspired versions of "the hits"

Saturday, March 29, 11:30am to 12:30pm - Powell St. Station

Bach Choralistas - vocal performance

Saturday, March 29, 11:30am to 12:30pm - Montgomery St. Station

Bach Choralistas - vocal performance

Saturday, March 29, 11:30am to 12:30pm - Embarcadero Station

Bach Choralistas - vocal performance

Saturday, March 29, 3pm to 4pm - Pittsburg/Bay Point Station

Marz LLC

Saturday, March 29, 5pm to 6pm - Downtown Berkeley

Eric H.

Sunday, March 30, 2pm to 4:35pm - Orinda Station

Bach-ish - singing duet with oboe and flute

Sunday, March 4pm to 6pm - Powell St. Station

Brittany Xiao

Monday, March 31, 4pm to 5pm - Downtown Berkeley Station

UC Jazz

 

How to play at a BART station

You are welcome to register as a solo artist or with a group. Playing Bach isn't a requirement, but it is recommended.

1) Register here.  
‪2) Apply for BART's free Expressive Activity Permit‬.  
‪3) Show up with your permit and play! 

For participating musicians, BART requires that they not affix any signs on the walls, do not use amplified music, and only perform in non-paid areas of the stations. Bach in the Subways requires that participating musicians not solicit tips or accept any money as it is meant to be a shared gift of musical joy. Read more about requirements and guidelines here. 

For general questions about Bach in the Subways, email [email protected]. For questions related to BART, email [email protected]. 

Download the promotional flyer here.

 

About Bach in the Subways

Bach in the Subways was started organically in 2010 by New York City-based musician Dale Henderson and has grown into an international event that invites musicians to play Bach in public spaces. Musicians have played in more than 150 cities across 40 countries. Watch a short video of some of last year's performances here. 

Brothers Lucas and Bryan Bai play Bach on their recorders as part of Bach in the Subways at Downtown Berkeley Station on March 2

BART Police hosts Trunk or Treat at Fruitvale Station on 10/25/23 4-7pm

On Wednesday, October 25, 2023, the BART Police Department will be hosting its annual Trunk or Treat Halloween event at the Fruitvale BART Station between 4-7 p.m.

The event will be held at the Fruitvale BART Parking Structure Level 1. 

Children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes, but costumes are not mandatory. Kids will get to collect candy and non-candy treats, play games and win prizes. 

The event is open to children under the age of 12 and entrance is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

View the PDF flyer. 

2023 Trunk or Treat 10/25 4pm-7pm Fruitvale BART

Hayward

The City of Hayward is known as the "Heart of the Bay" for its central and convenient location in Alameda County. Hayward BART Station is near a pedestrian-friendly downtown with a mix of housing, shops, offices and restaurants. Maps of this station: Station Map Parking Map Transit Stops Transit Routes

Richmond

Three major railroad tracks, including BART's, help to outline the "Iron Triangle" in Richmond: a largely residential area that also includes the downtown Richmond business district along Macdonald Avenue. Maps of this station: Station Map Parking Map Transit Stops Transit Routes Schedules and Fares

North Concord / Martinez

The North Concord/Martinez station opened December 16, 1995 and briefly served as "end of the line" until BART completed the Pittsburg/Bay Point extension over Willow Pass in 1996. Maps of the station: Station Map Parking Map Transit Stops Transit Routes Schedules and Fares

Pittsburg / Bay Point

Pittsburg/Bay Point is part of the yellow line serving northern and eastern Contra Costa County. A transfer platform located just outside the station connects riders to the BART to Antioch trains. Maps of this station: Station Map Parking Map Transit Stops Transit Routes Schedules and Fares