San Francisco Bay Area events: experience the Golden City
There’s something magical about San Francisco, whether you’re cruising by the Golden Gate Bridge on a boat tour or dancing at a party in the Mission. Discover fantastic things to do in the Bay Area today by exploring this calendar of concerts, comedy shows, pop-up markets, and more — all selected by Eventbrite’s expert event curators.
Find a spot for your mat on the Grace Cathedral's famous indoor labyrinth, and enjoy the amazing architecture from different angles during this weekly yoga class, set to live music that rings throughout the church.
Guided Tour at The Marine Mammal Center
Otters, seals, and more adorable creatures await during this 45-minute tour of the legendary sea animal rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation facility, which has helped hundreds of water-dwellers survive.
Heath Ceramics Tile Factory Tour
Heath Ceramics is synonymous with Bay Area arts and crafts, producing stunning tiles and dinnerware since 1948. This full factory tour provides a rare peek into the manufacturing process.
A Foodie Thing Happened on the Way to Fight Breast Cancer
Swanky restaurant 25 Lusk pulls out all the stops to help combat the disease, offering an afternoon of delectable food and drink (plus STAR 101.3 DJs Marcus and Corey) for the great cause.
How Weird Street Faire 2024
The 25th installment of this celebration of all things weird, whacky, and otherwise perfectly San Francisco arrives on May 4th — so of course it's going to add a "Star Wars" theme to the usual Burning Man, underground rave, wild art vibes.
Learn to Roller Skate
The only thing better than learning to skate from D. Miles, Jr. — San Francisco's Skate Godfather himself — is learning in an old church that's been converted into a (socially distanced, masked) roller rink!
Hidden Stairways of San Francisco
Embark on this two-mile walking tour that takes you up (and down) some of the city's most iconic stairways. You'll scale the steps, soak in views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and explore San Francisco's steep terrain.
Black Panther Party Legacy City Tour
Dive deep into the history of this radical Black community group that has defined Bay Area resistance for more than five decades, in this educational walking tour led by Panther members themselves.
The Barbie Pub Crawl 2: Malibu Beach Party
Revel in Barbie-themed games, "Malibu-tiful" cocktails, and of course all the Barbie and Ken looks (and selfies) you can stuff into your imaginary Dreamhouse, as you drink your way through several Cow Hollow bars and establishments.
Haunted Haight-Ashbury & True Crime
Dive into the surprisingly spooky underbelly of an area known more for its free love than its serial killers. True crime aficionado Eric Curry guides you to spots like Charles Manson's house and a sidewalk made of tombstones.
SF Cheese Fest 2024
Smile, and say... well you know. That won't be difficult when the SF Ferry Building fills with more than 20 local cheesemaking artisans, complemented by several local brewers and winemakers to wet your tasting whistle.
Everyday Western Knife Skills
Sharpen up on your kitchen basics with the experts at terrific local knife shop Bernal Cutlery, offering a safe, hands-on, and informative overview of proper chopping technique.
Laugh GPT
Are we really ready for "SF's first AI-powered stand-up comedy show"? Find out, as comedians are pitted against jokes written by ChatGPT artificial intelligence in a laugh riot that just might result in a rare win for humanity.
Stand-Up Comedy at Mr. Bing's in Downtown San Francisco
Mr. Bing's is one of the low-key best cocktail bars in SF. The joint's been around for decades — even Anthony Bourdain loved it — but the laughs will be anything nut dated as it hosts a roster of stand-ups from Comedy Central and beyond.
The Magic Patio: Our Magic
For 10 years, underground "magic speakeasy" the Magic Patio has wowed crowds with inexplicable sights and feats. Creators Andrew Evans and Naomi Aeva revisit some of their favorite tricks and premiere new illusions in their latest show.
After Midnight: Chappell Roan Dance Party
Come on down and dance at the Pink Pony Club (aka Rickshaw Stop) with hundreds of other Chappell enthusiasts. We can't guarantee a "Red Wine Supernova" but there will definitely be a sea of pink cowboy hats.
Princess: Green Day's "American Idiot" 20th Anniversary
The masterpiece of Bush Era pop-punk rebellion legends turns 20 this year, so of course it deserves a spectacular drag tribute from the outrageous queens of the Princess party and Club Oasis.
Headdress Workshop in Bay Area
Summer music festival season is upon us — it's time to don your own unique floral creations and stand out in the crowd. No experience or supplies are necessary for this workshop at Mannequin Madness Craft Center.
His Name Is Alive
One of the most interesting underground acts of the 1980s, alongside the likes of the Cocteau Twins and the Pixies, this experimental synth-pop band, founded in Michigan, is making a comeback and being discovered by new fans.
Grace Cathedral Sound Bath
Immerse yourself in the ambient sounds of musicians Egemen Sanli, Phoenix Song, Sam Jackson, and special guest musician Destani Wolf as they take over the cathedral's sacred space for a soul-cleansing experience.
Art Battle San Francisco
On your marks, get set... art! Twelve local artists battle it out over three rounds of live painting, set to some of San Francisco's hottest DJs — while you enjoy cocktails, dancing, and audience judging.
Billy Bragg
For four decades, the outspoken British troubadour has brought working-class struggles and political protest into the spotlight, from early hit "A New England" through 12 acclaimed albums
Bright Light Bright Light
Need a shot of gay pop heat as fall hits? Welsh singer-songwriter Bright Light Bright Light has toured with Elton John and the Scissor Sisters — catch him on the wee back patio of El Rio bar for an extra energy boost.
Bearracuda SF: Horse Meat Disco
The only-in-SF shenanigans of the annual Folsom Street Fair wouldn't be the same without the hirsute-pursuit Bearracuda party kicking things off with disco DJ stars Horse Meat Disco.
Harvest Festival
The San Francisco Irish Cultural Center is having a "hooley in the sunset" in honor of harvest season. Fill your plate with tasty food and beverages and enjoy Irish dancers and pipers, live music, and fun for the wee folk.
Sake Day 2024
Drink your fill of more than 300 sakes — from your official commemorative sake cup — at Hotel Kabuki, as you schmooze with sake makers and sake lovers alike, and learn techniques for perfecting the Japanese favorite.
San Francisco Oktoberfest Bar Crawl
Did someone say lederhosen? Don your Oktoberfest gear (or not!) and join dozens of beer lovers in hoisting a stein or three at some of San Francisco's finest establishments, starting at the Marina's Comet Club.
Mellow Sessions Haight
Beloved plant store The Mellow Haight transforms into an intimate music venue twice every month, hosting live performances among its lush array of greenery. Guests can BYOB, listen to some tunes, and enjoy 15% off of purchases made during the event.
Hard & Gay: Peaches & Chicks on Speed
Two of the biggest queer party crews — Hard French and Fake & Gay — bring in one of the century's most outrageous performers, Peaches, plus Chicks on Speed as DJs, for a wild Folsom Street Fair Weekend throwdown.
Electroluxx Folsom 2024
Rev up for the outrageous Folsom Street Fair with the Electroluxx party crew, who will cover the Public Works club with dazzling artworks and a young and fun crowd dancing to local techno DJs.
Pixel Grip
The hyper-stylish Chicago-based trio makes music that easily straddles pop and dance — when they headlined a giant Pride party earlier this year, they brought the house down.
Sega Bodega
The Irish-Chilean electronic music producer and co-founder of the Nuxxe record label creates skittering, deeply atmospheric tracks full of poetic longing that bridge the dancefloor and the bedroom.
The Harold
The Endgames comedy improv troupe pushes it to the limit with this show, inspired by San Francisco beat poets and Chicago's experimental theater scene. If you enjoy anything-goes comedy that goes to unexpected places, you're in for a treat.
Jyoty
The 33-year-old electronic music wiz rose to one of the most in-demand DJs on the global circuit with her mix of eclectic international club sounds, from Indian disco classics to Latin American jams.
Great Cocktails: A First Course in Mixology
The skilled cocktail jockeys at Elixir, SF's oldest drinking establishment, pour out all their knowledge, serving up the tools, terminology, and techniques for perfect drinks.
Tiburon Wine Festival 2024
The gorgeous island in the Bay hosts its annual tribute to the fall harvest season, inviting dozens of Napa and Sonoma winemakers, local chefs, and arts and crafts vendors to fill the waterfront with delicious fun.
Walk with Spirits: A Haunted Pub Crawl
"Part bar-hop, part ghost tour," this haunted pub crawl balances booze with boos. A guide will take participants to Gold Rush-era haunts, tell tales of Barbary Coast specters, and accompany guests to modern-day watering holes that have no shortage of spirits.
Beats for Boobs
Arts, fashion, music, education, and, of course, lots of dancing, come together at this celebration of the diverse journeys of those who have experienced breast cancer, in this nightlife tradition started by local legend Silver Lucy.
Dark Alleys
Goth music and bowling — they're an unlikely pairing, but this party should melt even the darkest hearts. DJs Tom Axe, Zlaya, Polly Eurethane, and Starr Noir set an eerie mood at the hip Mission Bowling Club.
Sushi Making Class at Hotel Kabuki
Chef Kaz Matsune of the Breakthrough Sushi collective guides guests thorough knife handling skills, sushi rice preparation, and where to find ingredients for the freshest rainbow roll. After you're done learning, you'll eat!
Hello Mary
Bringing back a fuzzed-out, gritty alt-rock style that recalls the heyday of early '90s college radio, the New York trio is making its San Francisco debut at the Popscene party, in support of their new album "Emita Ox".
Chanel Beads
Mixing post-punk edge, pop sentimentality, and electronic ambiance, New York's Shane Lavers aka Chanel Beads paints sonic pictures that veer into the experimental yet hold tight to emotional reality. Catch him at the Popscene party.
Litquake Opening Night: Booksellers Ball
San Francisco's largest literary festival (since 1999) launches a new opening night event that honors the city's independent booksellers, including a literary-themed drag show hosted by Jubilee and dancing to DJ Lead Teddy.
Very Delta Live
Many drag queens are funny, but few qualify as full-blown comediennes, able to send audiences into fits of hysteria with bits like her infamous "Diet Coke taste test." Catch a rare live appearance at Verdi Club.
2024 San Francisco Fleet Week Cruise
Hop aboard the S.S. Jeremy O'Brien to cruise by the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges for incredible waterfront views, and catch the Blue Angels performing spectacular air stunts in honor of the annual Fleet Week.
California Deathfest VII
Two full days of the gnarliest death metal rattle Sweet's Ballroom in Oakland, featuring Sweden's Dismember, Norway's Mork, Cancer from the UK, and our very own Monstrosity and Oath of Cruelty.
"Polostan"
Acclaimed author Neal Stephenson's latest novel is the first in an epic series about the historical international espionage and intrigue leading into the Atomic Age. Join him at the SFJAZZ center for this star-studded launch.
RY X at Grace Cathedral
This Australian soul singer and electronic musician has the voice of an angel, so Grace Cathedral will provide the perfect setting for his return to our fair shores after a five-year absence
Maker Faire Bay Area
The annual explosion of hometown creativity and innovation known as the Maker Faire has been dazzling the Bay Area for almost two decades. Enjoy interactive exhibits, technological art, and family fun.
Sour Flour Starter Workshop
Level up your sourdough skills in this hands-on class, where you'll discuss how to feed and maintain a starter before using one to bake a sourdough flatbread. You'll go home with a starter and the knowledge needed to bake sourdough bread or pizza.
Foodwise Sunday Supper: A Farm to City Feast
One of harvest season's most anticipated events, the Sunday Supper from nonprofit food advocacy org Foodwise fills the Ferry Building with a grand four-course feast, with dishes from 30 restaurants to support its year-round mission.
San Francisco Halloween Bar Crawl
No other city takes Halloween as seriously as San Francisco. Hit up 10 bars and clubs with more than 300 fellow ghouls and goblins to toast the spookiest night of the year.
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2024
Every year, Fort Mason fills to the brim with bean fiends eager to discover their next java obsession, sipping the offerings of dozens of roasters, checking out the latte art competition, and jittering to live music and DJs.
San Francisco Bay Area events: experience the Golden City
There’s something magical about San Francisco, whether you’re cruising by the Golden Gate Bridge on a boat tour or dancing at a party in the Mission. Discover fantastic things to do in the Bay Area today by exploring this calendar of concerts, comedy shows, pop-up markets, and more — all selected by Eventbrite’s expert event curators.
Yoga on the Labyrinth at Grace Cathedral
Find a spot for your mat on the Grace Cathedral's famous indoor labyrinth, and enjoy the amazing architecture from different angles during this weekly yoga class, set to live music that rings throughout the church.
Guided Tour at The Marine Mammal Center
Otters, seals, and more adorable creatures await during this 45-minute tour of the legendary sea animal rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation facility, which has helped hundreds of water-dwellers survive.
Heath Ceramics Tile Factory Tour
Heath Ceramics is synonymous with Bay Area arts and crafts, producing stunning tiles and dinnerware since 1948. This full factory tour provides a rare peek into the manufacturing process.
A Foodie Thing Happened on the Way to Fight Breast Cancer
Swanky restaurant 25 Lusk pulls out all the stops to help combat the disease, offering an afternoon of delectable food and drink (plus STAR 101.3 DJs Marcus and Corey) for the great cause.
How Weird Street Faire 2024
The 25th installment of this celebration of all things weird, whacky, and otherwise perfectly San Francisco arrives on May 4th — so of course it's going to add a "Star Wars" theme to the usual Burning Man, underground rave, wild art vibes.
Learn to Roller Skate
The only thing better than learning to skate from D. Miles, Jr. — San Francisco's Skate Godfather himself — is learning in an old church that's been converted into a (socially distanced, masked) roller rink!
Hidden Stairways of San Francisco
Embark on this two-mile walking tour that takes you up (and down) some of the city's most iconic stairways. You'll scale the steps, soak in views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and explore San Francisco's steep terrain.
Black Panther Party Legacy City Tour
Dive deep into the history of this radical Black community group that has defined Bay Area resistance for more than five decades, in this educational walking tour led by Panther members themselves.
The Barbie Pub Crawl 2: Malibu Beach Party
Revel in Barbie-themed games, "Malibu-tiful" cocktails, and of course all the Barbie and Ken looks (and selfies) you can stuff into your imaginary Dreamhouse, as you drink your way through several Cow Hollow bars and establishments.
Haunted Haight-Ashbury & True Crime
Dive into the surprisingly spooky underbelly of an area known more for its free love than its serial killers. True crime aficionado Eric Curry guides you to spots like Charles Manson's house and a sidewalk made of tombstones.
SF Cheese Fest 2024
Smile, and say... well you know. That won't be difficult when the SF Ferry Building fills with more than 20 local cheesemaking artisans, complemented by several local brewers and winemakers to wet your tasting whistle.
Everyday Western Knife Skills
Sharpen up on your kitchen basics with the experts at terrific local knife shop Bernal Cutlery, offering a safe, hands-on, and informative overview of proper chopping technique.
Laugh GPT
Are we really ready for "SF's first AI-powered stand-up comedy show"? Find out, as comedians are pitted against jokes written by ChatGPT artificial intelligence in a laugh riot that just might result in a rare win for humanity.
Stand-Up Comedy at Mr. Bing's in Downtown San Francisco
Mr. Bing's is one of the low-key best cocktail bars in SF. The joint's been around for decades — even Anthony Bourdain loved it — but the laughs will be anything nut dated as it hosts a roster of stand-ups from Comedy Central and beyond.
The Magic Patio: Our Magic
For 10 years, underground "magic speakeasy" the Magic Patio has wowed crowds with inexplicable sights and feats. Creators Andrew Evans and Naomi Aeva revisit some of their favorite tricks and premiere new illusions in their latest show.
After Midnight: Chappell Roan Dance Party
Come on down and dance at the Pink Pony Club (aka Rickshaw Stop) with hundreds of other Chappell enthusiasts. We can't guarantee a "Red Wine Supernova" but there will definitely be a sea of pink cowboy hats.
Princess: Green Day's "American Idiot" 20th Anniversary
The masterpiece of Bush Era pop-punk rebellion legends turns 20 this year, so of course it deserves a spectacular drag tribute from the outrageous queens of the Princess party and Club Oasis.
Headdress Workshop in Bay Area
Summer music festival season is upon us — it's time to don your own unique floral creations and stand out in the crowd. No experience or supplies are necessary for this workshop at Mannequin Madness Craft Center.
His Name Is Alive
One of the most interesting underground acts of the 1980s, alongside the likes of the Cocteau Twins and the Pixies, this experimental synth-pop band, founded in Michigan, is making a comeback and being discovered by new fans.
Grace Cathedral Sound Bath
Immerse yourself in the ambient sounds of musicians Egemen Sanli, Phoenix Song, Sam Jackson, and special guest musician Destani Wolf as they take over the cathedral's sacred space for a soul-cleansing experience.
Art Battle San Francisco
On your marks, get set... art! Twelve local artists battle it out over three rounds of live painting, set to some of San Francisco's hottest DJs — while you enjoy cocktails, dancing, and audience judging.
Billy Bragg
For four decades, the outspoken British troubadour has brought working-class struggles and political protest into the spotlight, from early hit "A New England" through 12 acclaimed albums
Bright Light Bright Light
Need a shot of gay pop heat as fall hits? Welsh singer-songwriter Bright Light Bright Light has toured with Elton John and the Scissor Sisters — catch him on the wee back patio of El Rio bar for an extra energy boost.
Bearracuda SF: Horse Meat Disco
The only-in-SF shenanigans of the annual Folsom Street Fair wouldn't be the same without the hirsute-pursuit Bearracuda party kicking things off with disco DJ stars Horse Meat Disco.
Harvest Festival
The San Francisco Irish Cultural Center is having a "hooley in the sunset" in honor of harvest season. Fill your plate with tasty food and beverages and enjoy Irish dancers and pipers, live music, and fun for the wee folk.
Sake Day 2024
Drink your fill of more than 300 sakes — from your official commemorative sake cup — at Hotel Kabuki, as you schmooze with sake makers and sake lovers alike, and learn techniques for perfecting the Japanese favorite.
San Francisco Oktoberfest Bar Crawl
Did someone say lederhosen? Don your Oktoberfest gear (or not!) and join dozens of beer lovers in hoisting a stein or three at some of San Francisco's finest establishments, starting at the Marina's Comet Club.
Mellow Sessions Haight
Beloved plant store The Mellow Haight transforms into an intimate music venue twice every month, hosting live performances among its lush array of greenery. Guests can BYOB, listen to some tunes, and enjoy 15% off of purchases made during the event.
Hard & Gay: Peaches & Chicks on Speed
Two of the biggest queer party crews — Hard French and Fake & Gay — bring in one of the century's most outrageous performers, Peaches, plus Chicks on Speed as DJs, for a wild Folsom Street Fair Weekend throwdown.
Electroluxx Folsom 2024
Rev up for the outrageous Folsom Street Fair with the Electroluxx party crew, who will cover the Public Works club with dazzling artworks and a young and fun crowd dancing to local techno DJs.
Pixel Grip
The hyper-stylish Chicago-based trio makes music that easily straddles pop and dance — when they headlined a giant Pride party earlier this year, they brought the house down.
Sega Bodega
The Irish-Chilean electronic music producer and co-founder of the Nuxxe record label creates skittering, deeply atmospheric tracks full of poetic longing that bridge the dancefloor and the bedroom.
The Harold
The Endgames comedy improv troupe pushes it to the limit with this show, inspired by San Francisco beat poets and Chicago's experimental theater scene. If you enjoy anything-goes comedy that goes to unexpected places, you're in for a treat.
Jyoty
The 33-year-old electronic music wiz rose to one of the most in-demand DJs on the global circuit with her mix of eclectic international club sounds, from Indian disco classics to Latin American jams.
Great Cocktails: A First Course in Mixology
The skilled cocktail jockeys at Elixir, SF's oldest drinking establishment, pour out all their knowledge, serving up the tools, terminology, and techniques for perfect drinks.
Tiburon Wine Festival 2024
The gorgeous island in the Bay hosts its annual tribute to the fall harvest season, inviting dozens of Napa and Sonoma winemakers, local chefs, and arts and crafts vendors to fill the waterfront with delicious fun.
Walk with Spirits: A Haunted Pub Crawl
"Part bar-hop, part ghost tour," this haunted pub crawl balances booze with boos. A guide will take participants to Gold Rush-era haunts, tell tales of Barbary Coast specters, and accompany guests to modern-day watering holes that have no shortage of spirits.
Beats for Boobs
Arts, fashion, music, education, and, of course, lots of dancing, come together at this celebration of the diverse journeys of those who have experienced breast cancer, in this nightlife tradition started by local legend Silver Lucy.
Dark Alleys
Goth music and bowling — they're an unlikely pairing, but this party should melt even the darkest hearts. DJs Tom Axe, Zlaya, Polly Eurethane, and Starr Noir set an eerie mood at the hip Mission Bowling Club.
Sushi Making Class at Hotel Kabuki
Chef Kaz Matsune of the Breakthrough Sushi collective guides guests thorough knife handling skills, sushi rice preparation, and where to find ingredients for the freshest rainbow roll. After you're done learning, you'll eat!
Hello Mary
Bringing back a fuzzed-out, gritty alt-rock style that recalls the heyday of early '90s college radio, the New York trio is making its San Francisco debut at the Popscene party, in support of their new album "Emita Ox".
Chanel Beads
Mixing post-punk edge, pop sentimentality, and electronic ambiance, New York's Shane Lavers aka Chanel Beads paints sonic pictures that veer into the experimental yet hold tight to emotional reality. Catch him at the Popscene party.
Litquake Opening Night: Booksellers Ball
San Francisco's largest literary festival (since 1999) launches a new opening night event that honors the city's independent booksellers, including a literary-themed drag show hosted by Jubilee and dancing to DJ Lead Teddy.
Very Delta Live
Many drag queens are funny, but few qualify as full-blown comediennes, able to send audiences into fits of hysteria with bits like her infamous "Diet Coke taste test." Catch a rare live appearance at Verdi Club.
2024 San Francisco Fleet Week Cruise
Hop aboard the S.S. Jeremy O'Brien to cruise by the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges for incredible waterfront views, and catch the Blue Angels performing spectacular air stunts in honor of the annual Fleet Week.
California Deathfest VII
Two full days of the gnarliest death metal rattle Sweet's Ballroom in Oakland, featuring Sweden's Dismember, Norway's Mork, Cancer from the UK, and our very own Monstrosity and Oath of Cruelty.
"Polostan"
Acclaimed author Neal Stephenson's latest novel is the first in an epic series about the historical international espionage and intrigue leading into the Atomic Age. Join him at the SFJAZZ center for this star-studded launch.
RY X at Grace Cathedral
This Australian soul singer and electronic musician has the voice of an angel, so Grace Cathedral will provide the perfect setting for his return to our fair shores after a five-year absence
Maker Faire Bay Area
The annual explosion of hometown creativity and innovation known as the Maker Faire has been dazzling the Bay Area for almost two decades. Enjoy interactive exhibits, technological art, and family fun.
Sour Flour Starter Workshop
Level up your sourdough skills in this hands-on class, where you'll discuss how to feed and maintain a starter before using one to bake a sourdough flatbread. You'll go home with a starter and the knowledge needed to bake sourdough bread or pizza.
Foodwise Sunday Supper: A Farm to City Feast
One of harvest season's most anticipated events, the Sunday Supper from nonprofit food advocacy org Foodwise fills the Ferry Building with a grand four-course feast, with dishes from 30 restaurants to support its year-round mission.
San Francisco Halloween Bar Crawl
No other city takes Halloween as seriously as San Francisco. Hit up 10 bars and clubs with more than 300 fellow ghouls and goblins to toast the spookiest night of the year.
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2024
Every year, Fort Mason fills to the brim with bean fiends eager to discover their next java obsession, sipping the offerings of dozens of roasters, checking out the latte art competition, and jittering to live music and DJs.