Good Vibrations Events

Good Vibrations New Store Grand Opening Party!
Saturday, January 28th
6:00pm – 9:00pm
FREE!

Join us as we celebrate the launch of our 6th store on Lakeshore Avenue in Oakland, California. Plus, meet very special guest Kandi Burruss, Grammy-winning songwriter, singer, producer, and Real Housewife of Atlanta, presenting her new intimate luxury line "Bedroom Kandi!" Enjoy free sexy prizes from the Wheel of Pleasure, including several Burguss' own Bedroom Kandi line from OhMiBod, along with tasty treats, and keepsake photos from the Good Vibrations custom photo booth.

Photos from our Opening Party

Mommy’s Playdate at Good Vibrations’ NEW Lakeshore Oakland store!
Thursday, February 2nd
7:00pm – 9:00pm
FREE!

Put down the diaper bag and call the sitter – Good Vibrations has scheduled a special Valentine’s Mommy’s Playdate, a fun mixer for moms who want to learn how to put the spice back in their sex lives. Staff sexologist and renowned author/expert, Dr. Carol Queen tells the straight truth about sex after kids, including libido boosters, kegel exercisers and beyond. Join like-minded moms at this fun, mommies-only mixer.

Plus enter to win a Good Vibrations “Sexy Starter Kit”!

Ask Our Docs: Intro to Anal Play
Tuesday, February 7th
7:00pm – 8:00pm
FREE!

Learn everything you ever wanted to know but didn’t know who to ask at this fun free presentation on anal play. Join Good Vibrations Education Program Manager Charlie Glickman, PhD as he explains the ins and outs of anal sex in a comfortable, educational context. Come learn the three essential ingredients of anal pleasure, get some tips on getting started, find out how to combine backdoor fun with other kinds of play, and get your questions answered!

Related: Anal Sex Toys

Be our Valentine! Customer appreciation nights at Good Vibrations!
February 11th & 12th
5:00 - 7:00 pm
FREE!

Be our Valentine! Customer appreciation nights at Good Vibrations! Pamper your way to Valentine’s Day with complimentary chocolates and sparkling cider during our pre-Valentine’s Day weekend Happy Hour! Let our personal shoppers help you pick out the perfect gift for your sweetheart, and don’t forget yourself!

Be sure to check out our ecorotic® green sex toy line, the natural choice for eco-friendly fun!

Related: Sex Valentine's Day Gift Guide

ACCESS Women’s Health nonprofit Reception and Store Tour at Good Vibrations
Wednesday, March 7th
5:00 – 7:00pm
FREE!

Join us for a special mixer and info night featuring our current donation partner, ACCESS Women’s Health in Oakland! Enjoy a light reception and store tour by staff sexologist Dr. Carol Queen, and learn everything you ever wanted, but were afraid to ask. Inspired?

You can contribute to ACCESS Women’s Health directly at check-out!

Related: accesswhj.org

Humpday Happy Hour: Work it out! PC Muscles and Kegel Exercises
Wednesday, March 14th
7:00 – 9:00pm
FREE!

PC muscles are an important and often overlooked (or over-simplified) element of sexual health and satisfaction. Both men and women benefit from strong kegels, in all stages of life – single, partnered, pregnant, or menopausal. Come by and get the low-down on how to tone up those kegels! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Dr. Carol Queen Interviews Good Vibrations Founder Joani Blank
Friday, March 16th
7:00 – 8:00pm
FREE!

Without founder Joani Blank, we'd have no Good Vibes -- and probably a very different landscape for women (and everyone else) wanting to shop for erotic products and needing good information about sex. Come meet Joani and hear about the start of this groundbreaking company -- and help us celebrate our 35th birthday with a look back at the early days of the 1970s and '80s. How did she get the idea for GV? What was it like to bring a new perspective to the mostly-male adult industry? Joani tells all!

Ask our Docs: Prostate Play and Pleasure
Thursday, March 22nd
7:00 – 8:00pm
FREE!

The prostate is one of the most overlooked sexual organs, but it can bring you amazing pleasure. With a little know-how, you can have lots of prostate fun, on your own or with a partner. Charlie Glickman, Ph.D will tell you everything you need to know to get started, what toys work best for prostate play, tips for making it easier, and more. Whether you or your partner are new to prostate fun or you’re looking for some new ideas, come get your questions answered and discover how amazing it can be!

Ask our Docs: The Anatomy of Sexual Pleasure with Dr. Carol Queen
Tuesday, April 3rd
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
FREE!

Supplement your sex education with some advanced knowledge from noted writer and Good Vibrations Staff Sexologist Dr. Carol Queen. From the mysterious G-spot to the ins and outs of arousal and orgasm, enjoy this comprehensive workshop on sexuality and pleasure.

From partner-based erotic play to exploring toys, from people of all genders, Dr. Queen covers way more than the basics and answers your questions!

Humpday Happy Hour: G Marks the Spot!
Wednesday, April 11th
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
FREE!

Grab your maps and discover buried treasure.

Your trusty Sex Educator confirms the existence of the G-spot and tells you how to find and enjoy it! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Related products: G-spot Sex Toys

Special Mothers’ Day Mommy’s Playdate at Good Vibrations
Thursday, May 10th
Happy Hour: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Easy Lounge, 3255 Lakeshore, up the street!
Mommy’s Playdate: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
FREE!

Put down the diaper bag and call the sitter – Good Vibrations has scheduled a special Mommy’s Playdate just in time for Mother’s Day, a fun, after-hours mixer for moms who want to learn how to put the spice back in their sex lives. Staff sexologist and renowned author/expert, Dr. Carol Queen tells the straight truth about sex after kids, including libido boosters, kegel exercisers and beyond. Plus! Mommy author and blogger Shar Rednour shares her tips on sex after kids and explaining sex to kids. Join like-minded moms at this fun, mommies-only mixer. Plus enter to win a Good Vibrations “Sexy Starter Kit”! Enjoy a specially discounted mommi-tini at the Easy Lounge* from 5-7, then join us for the playdate!

Related products: Sex & Parenting, Kegel & PC Muscle Toys

Humpday Happy Hour: Intro to Anal Play
Wednesday, May 30th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Come hear valuable tips and tricks to get started exploring this highly erogenous zone.

From rimming to penetration, our sex educator will cover all you need to know to get started exploring. Singles, couples, and all genders and sexualities welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Related: Anal Sex Toys

Reception & Store Tour for Butterfly Kisses
Thursday, June 21st
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
FREE!

Celebrate Pride with Butterfly Kisses, an Oakland-based show & events for SF PRIDE weekend dedicated to Celebrating the Androgynous Woman. Show your pride and enjoy a Good Vibrations tour with Staff Sexologist Dr. Carol Queen.

Free for the first 30 ONLINE TICKET PURCHASERS of ANY Butterfly Kiss PRIDE Event

Related: Butterfly Kiss Vibrator

Humpday Happy Hour: Sex & Aging
Wednesday, June 27th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Great sex can get better with age! Attend this free workshop and learn how to navigate some of the features of aging for maximum pleasure. Good Vibrations Sex Educator Yvette will discuss menopause, erectile dysfunction, positioning, and more.

The first 10 people get a free vibrator!

Related: Shopping Guide: Celebrating Sex at an Older Age

Humpday Happy Hour: Safer Sexy!
Wednesday, July 25th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Confused and overwhelmed by the selection of safer sex supplies available? Let us help! From choosing the right lubricant, to finding the perfect fit for your safer sex needs; come learn how to make safer sex sexy. Enjoy a free workshop and a little inspiration to get you to the weekend! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibrator!

Related: Try Me Condom 12-Pack, Browse All Condoms & Gloves

Humpday Happy Hour: Exploring Erotica and Porn
Wednesday, August 1st
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Wondering how to choose the best erotica or find a sexy film you like? Not sure how to find a movie that you and your partner will both enjoy? Come in and learn some helpful tips for choosing an adult movie from one of Good Vibrations' own Sex Educator-Sales Associates. You'll get a breakdown of our in-store book and DVD section with explanations of each category as well as advice for easing the decision process and getting the most satisfaction out of your choice.

The first 10 people get a free vibrator!

Ask our Docs: Strap it to Me!
Thursday, August 9th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Explore the wonderful world of strap-on play for couples with Good Vibrations Education Manager Charlie Glickman, Ph.D. Come get the info you need to make it fun and hot for you and your partner: getting started, picking toys, and the basics of strap-ons. Get your questions answered and discover how much pleasure you can have! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

Related: Strap-On Harnesses

Mommy’s Playdate at Good Vibrations
Thursday, September 6th
Happy Hour: 5:00 – 7:00pm at the Easy Lounge, 3255 Lakeshore, just up the street!
Mommy’s Playdate: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
FREE!
goodvibessexymama.com
pelvicpainrehab.com

Whether your kids are going back to school or are still in diapers, call a sitter and schedule in a Mommy’s Playdate at Good Vibrations, a fun, after-hours mixer for moms who want to learn how to put the spice back in their sex lives. Staff sexologist and renowned author/expert, Dr. Carol Queen tells the straight truth about sex after kids, including libido boosters, kegel exercisers and toys for grown-ups. Plus! Our special guest is a physical therapist from the Pelvic Health and Rehab Center who will discuss pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, pain with sex/penetration, pain after orgasm, returning to sex after just having a baby, and more. Enjoy a specially discounted mommi-tini at the Easy Lounge from 5-7, then join us for the playdate!

Humpday Happy Hour: Strap-On! At Good Vibrations
Wednesday, September 19th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Explore the wonderful world of strap-on play for couples with a Good Vibrations Sex Educator. Come get the info you need to make it fun and hot for you and your partner: getting started, picking toys, the basics of strap-ons, come get your questions answered and discover how much pleasure you can have! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Humpday Happy Hour! Work it out! PC Muscles and Kegel Exercises
Wednesday, October 3rd
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

PC muscles are an important and often overlooked (or over-simplified) element of sexual health and satisfaction. Both men and women benefit from strong kegels, in all stages of life – single, partnered, pregnant, or menopausal. Come by and get the low-down on how to tone up those kegels! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Ask Our Docs: Intro to Anal Play with Dr. Charlie Glickman
Thursday, October 18th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn everything you ever wanted to know but didn’t know who to ask at this fun free presentation on anal play. Join Good Vibrations' Education Program Manager Charlie Glickman Ph.D as he explains the ins and outs of anal sex in a comfortable, educational context.

Come learn the three essential ingredients of anal pleasure, get some tips on getting started, find out how to combine backdoor fun with other kinds of play, and get your questions answered!

Reading and Signing with Janet Stickmon: Midnight Peaches, Two O’Clock Patience
Friday, November 16th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Author and Professor Janet Stickmon presents her collection of essays, poems, and short stories exploring ancestral connection, the multiple gazes upon the female body, and the sexual freedom born from motherhood. Midnight Peaches, Two O’Clock Patience disrupts the border separating public and private, human existence and the spirit realm, exposing the beauty of what has been named dirty, shameful, and repulsive.

Humpday Happy Hour! Better Together: Lubes & Vibes
Wednesday, November 21st
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

With so many options on the market, it can be tricky to determine which toy or lube will work best with your body. Join our Sex Educator for this fun and informative tour of toys, lube, physiology, and satisfaction! Good Vibrations is here to help you get over the hump with our free monthly Humpday Happy Hour workshops. All genders and sexualities are welcome.

Free gift for each attendee.

Humpday Happy Hour: Toys for Boys!
Wednesday, December 5th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

There are a whole host of products just for male-bodied people!

Whatever your persuasion, let our trusty Sex Educator guide you through the fun and accessible world of toys for boys in this free and comfortable tour.

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Reception and Store Tour and Fundraiser Mixer at Good Vibrations Oakland!
Thursday, December 13th
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
FREE!

Join us for a special mixer and info night featuring our current donation partner, Planned Parenthood Mar Monte! Enjoy a light reception and store tour by staff sexologist Dr. Carol Queen, and meet the good folks at your local Planned Parenthood.

Enter to win a fabulous Good Vibrations goodie bag. Inspired? You can contribute to them directly at check-out!

Holiday Happenings at Good Vibrations!
Friday, December 21st, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday, December 22nd, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

FREE!

Relax, refresh and get rewarded all month long! Enjoy refreshments on select nights, free workshops, vendor presentations, specially-priced holiday gifts, and rewards with purchase. For the entire month of December we're offering $10 GV Rewards dollars for every $75 you spend! Let our sex educator-sales associates help you pick out the perfect gift for everyone on your list, and don’t forget yourself!

Relax & Refresh...
Complimentary shortbread cookies, cider and personal shopping assistance at all Good Vibrations store locations!

Earn Rewards...
Receive $10 in GV Rewards dollars for every $75 you spend! Earn multiple certificates redeemable between 2/15/13 and 3/31/13 on purchases of $25 or more. (May not be combined with any other promotional discount). Hurry, this offer ends 12/31/12!

Humpday Happy Hour: Porn 101
Wednesday, January 2nd
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Curious about watching an adult film? Not sure how to find a movie that you and your partner will both enjoy? Come in and learn some helpful tips for choosing an adult movie from one of Good Vibrations' own Sex Educator-Sales Associates. You'll get a breakdown of our in-store DVD section with explanations of each category as well as advice for easing the decision process and getting the most satisfaction out of your choice.

People of all genders and sexualities welcome. Free gift for each attendee!

Ask our Docs: Pegging Demystified by Dr. Charlie Glickman
Thursday, January 17th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

More men and their partners are discovering how much fun it can be to use strap-on dildos! If you're curious about the amazing pleasure it can bring, come get all the info you need to maximize your experience from Charlie Glickman PhD. You'll learn how to pick a dildo and harness, making anal penetration feel great, tips for positions and technique, ways to include prostate stimulation in your fun, and much more. Whether you're just thinking about it or you want some new ways to play, come get your questions answered and see what new pleasures are in store for you!

The Ultimate Guide to Prostate Pleasure Book Launch and Signing
Wednesday, February 6th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
FREE!

The Ultimate Guide to Prostate Pleasure: Erotic Exploration for Men & Their Partners is the definitive book on the topic and it covers everything you need to know. Written by Charlie Glickman PhD and Aislinn Emirzian, this guide includes info on easy and pleasurable anal play, prostate massage, toys, pegging & anal intercourse, positions, combining prostate play with other fun, addressing common concerns, safety, and much more.

Good Vibrations Staff Sexologist will introduce the event. Meet the authors, get your copy signed, and pick up a few toys for your next prostate adventure!

Humpday Happy Hour: Boudoir Accessories and Fantasy Foreplay
Wednesday, February 13th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Get in the mood for love with an exploration of romance and fun foreplay in our boudoir accessories section. Learn to play with fantasy, role-play and make-believe, with or without costumes. From feathers to pasties, edible sexy treats and more, explore bedroom props that will heat up your amorous adventures! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

Humpday Happy Hour: March to the beat of your own drummer
Wednesday, March 6th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn how sex can be heightened by creating a variety of rhythms in your body: whether is breathing together, spanking in time, or keeping the stroke slow and steady, many people ride their specific rhythm to the peak of the orgasm. Come learn tricks to figure out your personal beat or your partners! All genders and orientations welcome!

Mommy's Playdate at Good Vibrations
Thursday, March 7th
Happy Hour: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm at the Easy Lounge, 3255 Lakeshore, just up the street!
Mommy's Playdate: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
FREE!
goodvibessexymama.com
pelvicpainrehab.com

Whether your kids are going back to school or are still in diapers, call a sitter and schedule in a Mommy's Playdate at Good Vibrations, a fun, after-hours mixer for moms who want to learn how to put the spice back in their sex lives. Staff sexologist and renowned author/expert, Dr. Carol Queen tells the straight truth about sex after kids, including libido boosters, kegel exercisers and toys for grown-ups. Plus! Our special guest is a physical therapist from the Pelvic Health and Rehab Center who will discuss pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, pain with sex/penetration, pain after orgasm, returning to sex after just having a baby, and more. Enjoy a specially discounted mommi-tini at the Easy Lounge from 5-7, then join us for the playdate!

AIDS Project of the East Bay Nonprofit Reception, Store Tour and Mixer at Good Vibrations
Tuesday, March 26th
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
FREE!

Join us for a special mixer and info night featuring our current donation partner, AIDS Project of the East Bay! Enjoy a light reception and store tour by staff sexologist Dr. Carol Queen, and meet the good folks at this wonderful organization.

Inspired? You can contribute to them directly at check-out!

Meet the Maker! We-Vibe Presents
Wednesday, March 27th
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
FREE!

Swing by for this fun, free in-store demonstration and meet the brilliant minds behind your favorite toys and their latest creations!

Cock Rings and Things with Dr. Charlie Glickman
Thursday, March 28th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Dr. Charlie Glickman answers your questions about the purpose and pleasures of cock rings in this comfortable workshop. He will discuss physical anatomy, explain the different types of rings, offer tips on using them (solo or with a partner), and cover important safety info. Discover a new way to play!

Humpday Happy Hour: April Showers - Female Ejaculation and the G-Spot!
Wednesday, April 3rd
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Good Vibrations Sex Educator will explain how to prepare for optimal arousal, stimulation, release, and female ejaculation with props, positioning, and know-how.

Humpday Happy Hour: Better together: Lubes and Vibes
Wednesday, May 1st
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Celebrate Masturbation Month with a little know-how! With so many options on the market, it can be tricky to determine which toy or lube will work best with your body. Join our Sex Educator for this fun and informative tour of toys, lube, physiology, and satisfaction! Free gift for each attendee!

Special Mothers’ Day Mommy’s Playdate at Good Vibrations
Thursday, May 9th
Happy Hour: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Easy Lounge, 3255 Lakeshore, just up the street!
Mommy’s Playdate: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
FREE!

Put down the diaper bag and call the sitter! Good Vibrations has scheduled a special Mommy’s Playdate just in time for Mother’s Day, a fun, after-hours mixer for moms who want to learn how to put the spice back in their sex lives. Staff sexologist and renowned author/expert, Dr. Carol Queen tells the straight truth about sex after kids, including libido boosters, kegel exercisers and beyond. Plus! Mommy author and blogger and radio host Shar Rednour of Love, Life & Sex on SwirlRadio.com shares her tips on sex after kids and explaining sex to kids. Join like-minded moms at this fun, mommies-only mixer. Plus enter to win a Good Vibrations "Sexy Starter Kit!" Enjoy a specially discounted mommi-tini at the Easy Lounge* from 5-7, then join us for the playdate!