Best Bay Area Events 7/8-7/28

Lucha Libre & Brazilian Music at the Excelsior Night Market!

Join us at the monthly Excelsior Night Market for a night of food, fun, and community vibes! It all kicks off this Friday 7/11 with Lucha Libre from Wrestling For Charity featuring Salvadorian luchador Kaka Meng. And there’s live Brazilian percussion, electronic, dance, music from Batuki. Free with RSVP!

Kiss Off
 by Vanessa Gil, Arts & Events Editor

I will FINALLY get to cross a band off my live show bucket list this week. I’m going to see Violent Femmes in Napa this weekend! So stoked. Also going on this week, two of my old KCBS co-workers, Stan Bunger and Doug Sovern, will be having a discussion at the Mechanics’ Institute about Stan’s book “Mornings with Madden: My Radio Life with an American Legend”. True story, one time Stan and Madden had an on-air discussion about whether or not I should have saved my Brandon Crawford 2nd round fantasy baseball draft pick for a later round that season. Stan is also the guy who gave me a pair of his season tickets to a game he was unable to attend. Thanks to him and those tickets, I got to see Matt Cain’s perfect game in person. Good memories! Congrats to Stan on his book. Here’s what else I’m excited for the week of 7/8 and beyond.

Our Partners’ Events

Unstaged! Live Music, Live Art Making, Live Community.
7/17 | Mid-Market Entertainment Zone | Market St between 5th & 6th | 4 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP, All ages

The Unstaged outdoor art party is back every 3rd Thursday in 2025!  UNSTAGED is a FREE, interactive arts, music, and community experience for absolutely everyone. On July 17th, tap into creativity and explore visual arts with Market Street Arts in Mid-Market’s Entertainment Zone. Performing & Painting artists: Ariel Rivera, Erik Barrios-Recendez, Evie Harra, Shrey Purohit, Wally Corona, Bea Byrne,  NehaXStitch, Ambika Jain, OBSIDIENNE OBSURD, Shovelman, Suki Berry, & The Genie. RSVP here.

Waiting for Britney Spears Book Reading & Discussion
7/15 | Book Passage San Francisco | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 5:30 p.m. | Free

Come hear Jeff Weiss talk about his new book Waiting for Britney Spears in which is a gonzo, nostalgic, and “allegedly true” recounting of his years as a tabloid spy in the lurid underbelly of Los Angeles. He’ll be in conversation with Zack Ruskin & Emma Silvers. More info here.

Healing Through Self Expression: Networking Mixer & Panel Discussion
7/15 | Arcana | 2512 Mission St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Join us for the second installment of Healing Through Self-Expression – a free, in-person networking event and digital art show celebrating BIPOC and Queer creativity, hosted by Realest Exposure in partnership with COVEN.art and Arts.Co.Lab. This evening invites artists, creatives, and visionaries to connect through artist talks, panel discussions, projected digital art, and meaningful conversations centered on community, care, and self-expression. Enjoy free wine, light refreshments, a plant propagation station, and opportunities to build lasting collaborations. RSVP here!

Blue Note Summer Sessions: Violent Femmes
7/13 | The Meritage Resort and Spa | 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa | 5:30 p.m. Doors | $61.50+

Violent Femmes formed in 1981 as an acoustic punk band playing on the streets of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their main influences at that time were Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps and The Velvet Underground. Their goal was to rock harder than any other acoustic act on the planet. Violent Femmes eponymous debut album became the first and only album in Billboard history to enter the charts with a platinum certification- eight years after its release. Over the ensuing three decades, the Femmes became a mainstay of festivals, clubs, and theaters in more than 20 countries worldwide. Their raw sound and honest lyrical perspective has been cited as an influence by artists as diverse as Pink, Keith Urban, The Smiths, The Pixies, John Cusack, Mark Morris, and Wim Wenders. More than 40 years into their careers, Violent Femmes continue to attract young audiences on tour, create lasting music, and inspire people of all ages. Get your tickets here.

This Week’s Events 7/8-7/14

Tuesday 7/8

The Weeknd w/ Playboi Carti + Mike Dean
7/8 & 7/9 | Levi’s Stadium | 4900 Marie P Debartolo Way, Santa Clara | 7 p.m. | $39.50-$299.50

The After Hours ’til Dawn Stadium Tour is the seventh concert tour by Canadian singer-songwriter the Weeknd, in support of his fourth, fifth, and sixth studio albums, After Hours (2020), Dawn FM (2022), and Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025).

Mikaela Davis, Lily Seabird
7/8 | Cafe du Nord | 2174 Market St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $27.27, 21+

Five years since her debut album Delivery, Mikaela Davis has moved away from her hometown of Rochester, shared the stage with the likes of Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Christian McBride, Bon Iver, Lake Street Dive, and Circles Around the Sun and entered a new decade. But it’s the ever-evolving relationships between her closest friends and bandmates that has propelled the Hudson Valley-based artist onto her new album And Southern Star––a truly collaborative effort that ruminates on the choices we make, and the people we always come back to. Navigating the periphery of past selves, the coexistence of isolation and excitement in a new environment and the tension of growing away from what we thought we wanted is tackled with a luscious, kaleidoscopic grace. And Southern Star picks apart the reflection we used to recognize, while trying to build a new one. 

Agustín Fuentes with Rose Eveleth – Sex Is a Spectrum
7/8 | Book Passage San Francisco | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 6 p.m. | Free

Being human entails an astonishingly complex interplay of biology and culture, and while there are important differences between women and men, there is a lot more variation and overlap than we may realize. Sex Is a Spectrum offers a bold new paradigm for understanding the biology of sex, drawing on the latest science to explain why the binary view of the sexes is fundamentally flawed—and why having XX or XY chromosomes isn’t as conclusive as some would have us believe.

Wednesday 7/9

Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet
7/9 | Cobb’s Comedy Club | 915 Columbus Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $38.20+

Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet is a critically acclaimed comedy podcast featuring dramatic readings of the internet’s wildest one-star reviews. Hailed by Vulture as “a giggly treat in tense modern times,” the show follows siblings Xandy and Christine as they dig into reviews of your favorite local hotspots. From nude beaches with too much nudity, to caves with no cell service, no complaint is too petty–and no review too ridiculous.

Free Art Workshop: Altar Diorama
7/9 | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | 701 Mission St, SF | 2 p.m. | Free w/ Registration

Create art inspired by programs at YBCA in this series of drop-in art workshops for participants of all ages. Each workshop will explore different practices and art-making methods. Materials will be provided, and participants will be able to take their artwork home as a souvenir. Honor someone you love who passed by creating an altar diorama in their memory. This workshop is inspired by Malaya Tuyay’s public art What is Legacy Without Liberation, located at YBCA’s Wavy Wall on Third Street. The mural acts as an altar where people in the community are invited to share about their loved ones who have passed and their relationship to their grief.

Jerry Rocha: Cancer Culture
7/9 | Punch Line San Francisco | 444 Battery St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $29+

What happens when a comedian that loves to play video games has to start the hardest game he’s ever played at Level 4? You end up with Cancer Culture, a show talking about one of the funniest things out there: Cancer. In 2021, comedian Jerry Rocha (Netflix, Conan, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing) was diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer. During the past two years while fighting this awful disease, Jerry found himself trying to make light of the ordeal that he and countless others suffer through and now he’s ready to bring that hour of tragedy, humor and hope in Cancer Culture.

Thursday 7/10

Valencia LIVE!
7/10 | Valencia & 16th | Valencia St between 16th and 19th, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

See you in the streets for Valencia LIVE! A FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration spotlighting local businesses, live music, and art.

Briny and Spicy: Oysters and Hot Sauce
7/10 | San Francisco Ferry Building | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 7 p.m. | $35.80

Taste how Hog Island oysters and Golden State Pickle Works innovate with the challenges that come with climate change. Both vendors from Bay Area farmers markets will be in conversation with climate journalist Laura Klivans and food journalist Cecilia Phillips about how their cultivation practices are shifting. Featuring yummy oysters, hot sauce, and pickles, we’ll deep dive into how foodies are pursuing good stewardship practices of the earth. 

Best Daze: Group Gallery Exhibition
7/10 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 6:30 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Join us for a collaborative group show featuring a variety of bay area artists with unique styles. Best Daze will be on display from July 10th to August 20th at San Francisco Gallery.

Faith XLVII Artist Talk for Venarum Mundi
7/10 | Heron Arts | 7 Heron St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Join us for an insightful conversation with South African artist Faith XLVII as she covers her process and inspirations for her solo show: Venarum Mundi. Through the delicate and labor-intensive process of deconstruction and reassembly, Venarum Mundi invites the viewer into an exploration of the economic and geopolitical systems that structure our world. Using the materiality of discontinued currency, maps, and flags, Faith weaves together complex commentaries on value, borders, and the shifting forces that shape our global reality.

Mornings with Madden
7/10 | Mechanics’ Institute | 57 Post St, SF | 6 p.m. | $7.18/Members, $17.85/Non-Members

Join author and radio host Stan Bunger (my old KCBS co-worker!) in conversation with Doug Sovern (him, too!) on Bunger’s new book Mornings with Madden: My Radio Life with an American Legend, an intimate and freewheeling portrait of John Madden through the NFL legend’s own words.

Van Goat / John Brothers Piano Company
7/10 | Rickshaw Stop | 155 Fell St, SF | 7:45 p.m. | $20.98

“Oakland’s Van Goat breathes a healthy dose of punk rock into swing by stripping it down, raw and so energetic that you’ll want to upstage your granddaddy on the dance floor.” – Good Times Santa Cruz

An Evening with Legend Zeppelin
7/10 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $31.91

LEGEND ZEPPELIN returns to The Chapel in San Francisco Thursday July 10th! Time travel back to the early club days of Led Zeppelin in 1969/1970 for a one-of-a-kind LIVE experience of inspired, improvised contemporary blues and psychedelic rock!

Friday 7/11

Audium VI: Rewind
7/11-8/23 (Friday & Saturday) | Audium | 1616 Bush St, SF | 8 p.m. | $22.75-$33

What did San Francisco’s experimental sound scene really sound like in 1975? Audium- the world’s only 176-speaker sound theater- is marking its 50th anniversary by reviving Audium VI, the first-ever piece composed for the space by co-founder Stan Shaff. Now, his son David Shaff reimagines it for a new era, bringing this immersive, all-in-the-dark experience to life every weekend starting July 11. Interactive archival installations, vintage tapes, and a control board from the ‘70s round out the experience.

BRIDGE SUITE COLLECTIVE | Opening Reception
7/11 | 111 Minna Gallery | 111 Minna St, SF | 5 p.m. | Free

Join us for the opening of Bridge Studio Collective, a dynamic group exhibition curated by San Francisco artist Robert Bowen, showcasing the work of 13 boundary-pushing artists across painting, illustration, sculpture, textile, and design.

SFHW Warehouse Party
7/11 | The Midway | 888 Marin St, SF | 4 p.m. | $12.36, 21+

The second annual SF H*sh Week’s big event is a Warehouse Party featuring: Kalya’s H*sh Tour with Bosky and Dunkz, plus Riddgeline Farms, Huckleberry Hill, Kiva-Lost Farm, Dr. Dabber, Jetty, Terphogz, Ay Papi, Canna Country, Purple City Genetics, Zeed Vault, Raw Garden, and glass, art, clothing, books, DJs, projection light show, Midway tacos and more.

Riff Rumble Comedy!
7/11 | Go With The Good | 1769 15th St, SF | 6:45 p.m. | $10.38+

Welcome to Riff Rumble, where the laughs come from the worst ideas imaginable! Watch as comics riff on hilarious topics they’ve never seen before—all completely live and improvised. Think you’ve got a funny premise? Add it to our bucket, but no pressure—participation is totally optional. That’s not all! There are 4 more comedians onstage, each with their own microphone, and they get to talk during the set, adding to the fun. It’s a fast paced, high energy comedy show that will keep you laughing the entire time.

Illenium
7/11 & 7/12 | Bill Graham Civic Auditorium | 99 Grove St, SF | 8 p.m. | $110.50

Illenium returns to Bill Graham Civic Auditorium two back-to-back weekends for four nights, July 11 + 12 and July 18 + 19! The American musician, DJ, music producer, and songwriter is known for creating innovative tracks that blend trap, future bass, and dubstep. Illenium’s music is cinematic, anthemic, and often lyrically personal, covering themes such as love, heartbreak, and rage.

Chinatown Night Market
7/11 | Chinatown | Grant Ave & Sacramento St, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Join us the 2nd Friday of the month (May through October) for the Chinatown Night Market! Enjoy 5 blocks of entertainment and food on Grant Avenue, as well as 2 blocks of games and seating on Waverly. This event helps support local businesses and restore San Francisco’s Chinatown as a premiere nightlife destination. Join us to ensure that this community keeps thriving for generations to come!

Wobbleland 2025
7/11 & 7/12 | Cow Palace | 2600 Geneva Ave, Daly City | 5 p.m. | $99-$199

SF – we are back and bringing our BIGGEST Wobbleland yet to the Cow Palace with Bassrush. Expect two massive nights of bass, featuring your favorite heavy hitters on July 11 & 12. 

Saturday 7/12

The Box SF Artists & Makers Fair
7/12-7/13 | Box Shop SF | 1069 Howard St, SF | 11 a.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Join us for a weekend of celebrating the creativity of 30+ local vendors at our historic venue in the heart of San Francisco. Support talented artists & makers plus check out our one-of-a-kind antique store at our FREE public event. Bring your friends and enjoy an unforgettable shopping experience!

MORF Concert at Solar Punk Farms
7/12 | Solar Punk Farms | 15015 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville | 2 p.m. | $39.19

Just as music heals the soul, permaculture heals the planet — nurturing both people and ecosystems through sustainable practices. with music as our universal language, we aim to spark a cultural shift in how we grow, share, and find joy through food, art & nature.

Daybreaker SF
7/12 | Saint Joseph’s Art Society | 1401 Howard St, SF | 10 a.m. | $29-$50

Join us on Sat, July 12th for a dope daytime rave in a cathedral-turned-art-temple at Saint Joseph’s. Expect an amazing sound system, incredible music, lots of happy humans, and fun surprises. See you at Daybreaker and don’t forget to grab a ticket.

Macy Gray
7/12 | Palace of Fine Arts | 3301 Lyon St, SF | 8 p.m. |
 $66.75+

Macy Gray is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her debut studio album “On How Life Is”. Macy Gray is known for her distinctive raspy voice and a singing style heavily influenced by Billie Holiday.

David Spade
7/12 | Mountain Winery | 14831 Pierce Rd, Saratoga | 8 p.m. | $$67.77+

David Spade began his career by performing stand-up comedy in clubs, theaters and colleges across the country. He made his television debut on SNL and was soon after named the “Hot Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” by Rolling Stone Magazine. As a writer and a performer on SNL for five years, he is best known for his memorable characters including the sarcastic “Hollywood Minute” reporter on “Weekend Update” and catch phrases like “And you are?” and “Buh-Bye!”

The Basement Yard
7/12 | The Masonic | 1111 California St, SF | 8 p.m. | $53+

A podcast hosted by lifelong friends Joe Santagato & Frank Alvarez.

Pacific Feats Festival
7/12-7/13 | Shoreline Amphitheatre | 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 2 p.m. | $67.70+

Pacific Feats Festival is an annual celebration that showcases the vibrant culture and rich traditions of the Pacific region. Transforming America’s technology capital into the ultimate Island Market, the Pacific Feats Festival is a dynamic multi-day celebration of Pasifika culture, innovation, and artistry. Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity through cutting-edge technology, thrilling sports showcases, captivating tatau exhibitions, cultural performances, and a star-studded lineup of Pasifika artists. Discover a vibrant marketplace featuring the best of Pasifika-inspired merchandise, retail, art, and food. Enjoy unique offerings like kava, CBD products, and an array of goods from nonprofit vendors spanning the globe. Celebrate the richness of Pacific culture with immersive experiences and unforgettable moments at the Pacific Feats Festival!

Closing Party! ICONS UNCOVERED: Rare, Raw Photos of Punk & Rock Legends
7/12 | Punk Majesty | 1124 Sutter St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

The clock is ticking on ICONS UNCOVERED, the must-see photo exhibit featuring never-before-seen images by legendary punk and glam rock documentarian Leee Black Childers. This collection reveals rare, behind-the-scenes images of icons like Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Debbie Harry, Lou Reed, Billy Idol, Siouxsie, Johnny Thunders, and the Sex Pistols—moments that have never been publicly shown until now.

West Coast Craft Waves Summer 2025
7/12 | Fort Mason Center | 2 Marina Blvd, SF | 11 a.m. | Free

West Coast Craft (WCC) fair hosts a vintage indoor show, West Coast Craft WAVES Summer 2025, in the Gateway Pavilion at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture. A juried exhibition of more than 120 artisans, WCC WAVES features the best in vintage clothing, design, and housewares, including retailers and artist and designer craftspeople using reworked vintage materials, and those whose work is rooted in nostalgia. Enjoy browsing for vintage items including accessories, apparel, books, ceramics, collectibles, furniture, headgear, jewelry, paper goods, textiles, vinyl, wall decor, and more.


Sunday 7/13

Ferry Fest
7/13 | San Francisco Ferry Building | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 11 a.m. | Free w/ RSVP, All ages

Noise Pop and SF Ferry Building present Ferry Fest 2025, a new music festival celebration for the 127th birthday of SF’s most beloved landmark! Get ready for a full day of live music from Bay Area musicians, plus shopping and family fun in all your favorite shops, bars and eateries. 

HAVE: Home, Art, Vintage, Entertainment
7/13| Broadway Studios | 435 Broadway, SF | 11 a.m. | Free, All ages

Part marketplace, part mini-festival, part love letter to San Francisco — HAVE is your new favorite Sunday plan. We’re taking over the historic Broadway Studios in North Beach for a one-day cultural mashup of vintage treasures, local art, live entertainment, and all the good vibes you didn’t know you were missing.

Monday 7/14

Bastille Day Celebration
7/14 | 7Social | 65 Post St, SF | 7 p.m. | $25-$35

This year, join us at our neighbor venue 7Social and step back in time to Les Années Folles with immersive visuals, specialty cocktails, and live jazz. Le Jazz Hot Quartet brings to the stage all the passion and sizzle of the French jazz style created by guitarist Jean “Django” Reinhardt of the world famous Hot Club de France, Paris circa 1920. Featuring band leader Paul Mehling (solo guitar, vocals), Isabelle Fontaine (rhythm guitar, vocals), Evan Price (violin), and Dexter William (bass). Festive wear (tri-color, vintage Parisian, etc) is encouraged but not required – enter our costume contest for a chance to win a 1 year individual membership to Mechanics’ Institute ($150 value)!

Morgan Jay
7/14 | Lagunitas Brewing Company | 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma | 4:30 p.m. Doors | Free w/ RSVP

Morgan Jay is a musician and comedian based in Los Angeles. Along with winning numerous awards and festivals across the country he’s become a fixture on social media with his viral tiktoks and instagram posts. Morgan has made appearances on MTV’s Wild n Out, NBC, and Comedy Central. In addition, Morgan was a featured comedian at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal as a new face of comedy.

The Week of 7/15-7/21

Tuesday 7/15

Rakim
7/15-7/16 | Yoshi’s Oakland | 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland | 7 p.m. Doors | $69-$125

In the history of the Hip-Hop, few artists have had as great an impact on the development and progression of the art forms lyrical style as Rakim Allah. Universally referenced as one of the Masters of the Microphone and an influence and inspiration to his peers and followers alike, Rakim first exploded onto the scene with the release of iconic Eric B. is President in 1986 with longtime collaborator Eric B. The single marked a turning point in the Rap world – raising the bar for future emcees and revolutionizing the way rhymes are delivered to this day. No serious discussion of the music’s greatest performers is held without a deferential accounting of his achievements, and no serious rap artist grips a microphone without channeling some of his legend. Rakim’s intricately intellectual lyrics draw their force from his worldly experience, inner faith and progressive contemplation; his liquid and seemingly effortless delivery – often imitated but still unrivaled – from a fire fueled by a deep understanding of not just Hip-Hop, but also the Jazz and R&B influences that have surrounded his family since his youth. 

The 4411
7/15 | Bottom of the Hill | 1233 17th St, SF | 8 p.m. | $16-$20, All ages

The 4411, an Austin TX based indie folk band comprised of two lifelong best friends Tomas Gerlach (Drummer) Cogan McBride (Singer). Shortly after moving in together while in college the duo wrote and released “As You Please” which quickly inspired the rest of their debut EP We Killed the Sun that came out on June 28th. 

The Coronas
7/15 | Cornerstone | 2367 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley | 8 p.m. | $33.43-$40.12, All ages

Today The Coronas celebrate the rare feat of four number ones in a row, with their eighth studio album, Thoughts & Observations, soaring to the top of the Irish album charts one week after its release. Although technically a three-piece, with Danny O’Reilly on vocals, piano and guitar, Graham Knox on bass and Conor Egan on drums, the band embraced the talents of their touring supergroup on this album with Lar Kaye (All Tvvins) on guitar, Cian MacSweeney (True Tides) on saxophone and Roisin O on backing vocals. Produced by Grammy award-winning, long-time collaborator, George Murphy (Mumford and Sons, The Specials, Ellie Goulding) Thoughts & Observations is at times anthemic, at times delicate, but always authentic and full of emotion.

Wednesday 7/16

Movie Music of Hans Zimmer
7/16-7/18 | Davies Symphony Hall & Frost Amphitheater | 201 Van Ness Ave, SF & 351 Lasuen Mall, Stanford | 7:30 p.m. | $30-$199

Sarah Hicks conducts an evening of unforgettable movie music from legendary film composer Hans Zimmer, featuring selections from the scores to The Lion King, The Pirates of the Caribbean, Batman: The Dark Knight, Gladiator, and more. (Please note: this concert does not contain film clips.)

Frankie and the Witch Fingers
7/16 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 8 p.m. | $33.14, All ages

Los Angeles psych-punk shapeshifters Frankie and the Witch Fingers have spent the last decade mutating their sound into bold, electrifying new forms. Their latest release, Trash Classic (via Greenway Records and The Reverberation Appreciation Society), plunges into a sewer-slick fusion of proto-punk venom, fractured new wave, and industrial grime. Brimming with wiry synths, angular melodies, and grooves that squirm and bite, it’s all delivered with a sly, playful wink. Fueled by relentless global touring and a fierce DIY ethos, the band has shared stages with OFF!, Ty Segall, Oh Sees, Cheap Trick, and ZZ Top, cementing their place as one of the most unforgettable live acts around. Frankie and the Witch Fingers continue to morph, dragging listeners into whatever warped direction their experimental journey takes next.

Free Art Workshop: Sculpting Memories
7/16 | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | 701 Mission St, SF | 2 p.m. | Free w/ Registration

Create art inspired by programs at YBCA in this series of drop-in art workshops for participants of all ages. Each workshop will explore different practices and art-making methods. Materials will be provided, and participants will be able to take their artwork home as a souvenir. Memorialize someone you love who passed by creating a special sculpture in their honor–a vessel for treasured memories. This workshop is inspired by Malaya Tuyay’s public art What is Legacy Without Liberation, located at YBCA’s Wavy Wall on Third Street. The mural acts as an altar where people in the community are invited to share about their loved ones who have passed and their relationship to their grief.

Thursday 7/17

Pete Escovedo: The California Art Tour Reception
7/17 | The Grand Gallery Oakland | 560 2nd St, Oakland | 4 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

His 90th Birthday, Kicks Off “Pete Escovedo: The California Art Tour” Unveiling His Paintings in Oakland, CA – Pete Escovedo, a globally celebrated musician and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, is preparing to unveil a lesser-known side of his artistry through his California Art Tour, a remarkable traveling exhibition showcasing his vibrant and personal collection of paintings.

Spontaneous Hitchcock: An Improvised Thriller in the Style of the Master of Suspense!
7/17-7/20 & 7/24-7/27 | Lesher Center for the Arts | 1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek | 8:15 p.m. | $27

Murder, madness, and mystery combine to weave a chilling tapestry of terror in Synergy Theater’s Spontaneous Hitchcock! Stuffed like a corpse with innocence accused, loyalty betrayed, sanity tested, and more twists and turns than a high-speed car chase in the dead of night on a mountain pass, this hysterical homage to Sir Alfred Hitchcock – completely improvised and all based on your suggestions – will keep you in stitches from the first creaking floorboard to the final shovel of dirt. So, fix Mother’s make up and bring her along to Spontaneous Hitchcock: An Improvised Thriller in the Style of the Master of Suspense!

Dark Satellite + Lady Starbeast + The Troubs
7/17 | Ivy Room | 860 San Pablo Ave, Albany | 8 p.m. | $15, 21+

Dark Satellite’s three members grew up playing different styles, coming together to form a one-of-a-kind band with a coalescence of riffs and song structures. Mixing various types of rock genres, blues, jazz and experimental indie progressions results in their own unique aesthetic and wall of sound. Come celebrate Ilana (Lady Starbeast’s) birthday!! Defying traditional genre and embodying idiosyncrasy, Oakland-based dark pop artists Ilana Magill, Marc Martell, and MJ Gurule join forces to form the project Lady Starbeast. Ilana is the songwriter and vocalist; Marc creates the instrumentation; and together they record and produce. Ilana combines sultry, powerful vocals with operatic background harmonies, dark, eerie and intricate melodies and a wild, irreverent spirit. Her lyrical content explores the introspective particularities of mental health, while using a broad lens to remark on the human condition. Marc’s dramatic electro-pop instrumentation gives the listener a glimpse into the inner workings of their minds and hearts, making for a raucous and haunting experience.

The Heat Will Kill Everything
7/17-7/19 | Brava Theater | 2781 24th St, SF | 7 p.m. | Pay what you can

The Heat Will Kill Everything is a powerful new one-person play that stands at the intersection of theater and fiction, weaving a deeply human story within a landscape scarred by climate change. At its heart is Leeden, a middle-aged Black professor of Black Studies whose life is shattered when his daughter, Asha, vanishes during a catastrophic climate event. As the police officially search for Asha, Leeden embarks on a solitary harrowing journey, navigating a world where the environment’s relentless fury mirrors his own internal tumult. Through visceral storytelling and poignant reflection, the play grapples with the intersections of race, masculinity, and the brutal reality of a world pushed to the brink. The Heat Will Kill Everything challenges audiences to examine the ways in which personal and environmental crises intertwine, leaving no one untouched.

Rooftop Radio: KEXP
7/17 | SFMOMA | 151 3rd St, SF | 6 p.m. | $30-$40, 21+

KEXP, the beloved listener-powered independent radio station born in Seattle and now also broadcasting from the Bay Area, has good vibes and music in store for you at this episode of Rooftop Radio. Take in a B2B (back-to-back) DJ set by Kelley Stoltz and Gabriel Lopez, hosts of Vinelands, KEXP’s San Francisco–based radio show highlighting Bay Area music. Then, enjoy a live performance by SPELLLING, the Oakland-based rising star of experimental pop who just released her new album, Portrait of My Heart, earlier this year.

Friday 7/18

Mating Ritual
7/18 | Cafe du Nord | 2174 Market St, SF | 9 p.m. | $27.27, 21+

You’ve probably heard a song the Mating Ritual brothers have written, even if you don’t know it. After amassing more than 150 million streams between their various bands and solo projects, prolific siblings Ryan Ritual and Suede James are back together after a 4 year break with Shangri-blah, their sixth and decidedly most “rock” record to date. Trading in synths and drum machines for acoustics and pedal steel, Shangri-blah is an epic album that touches on all the band’s established sounds while adding a few more to the canon.

San Francisco Cocktail History Tour
7/18 | Transamerica Pyramid | 600 Montgomery St, SF | 2:30 p.m. | $55 

Learn about San Francisco’s cocktail history as we share stories, a short walk, and a sip. We’ll meet near the original city shoreline where gold miners and the liquor to supply them were unloaded from ships. We’ll talk about bars inside of boats, cocktail muddlers made of gold, and the opulent saloons of the late 1800s. We’ll walk to the site of SF’s first famous drink, the Pisco Punch, and learn about its suspected secret ingredient. In the original red light district, we’ll discuss the great earthquake and fire of 1906 that destroyed almost all of the city and copies of its most famous bartender’s cocktail book. We’ll discuss how Prohibition did and did not impact the quantity of alcohol consumed, though the quality may have suffered. We’ll walk the strip where the post-war boom brought sailors seeking sin, and talk about the birth of tiki and Trader Vic’s Mai Tai. We’ll end our tour in a stunning 1907 saloon that still serves some of the best drinks in town and share a small cocktail in celebration of our journey.

Culture RenAIssance: A Hip-Hop x A.I. Symposium
7/18 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 6 p.m. | $61.80, 18+

Step into the future of Hip-Hop at Culture RenAIssance, a first-of-its-kind symposium exploring the intersection of Hip-Hop and Artificial Intelligence. Presented by SF Hip-Hop, this thought-provoking evening will feature keynote speaker Rakim, one of the most influential voices in music history, as he shares insights on culture, creativity, and the future of music in the age of AI.

Fort Mason Night Market
7/18 | Fort Mason | 2 Marina Blvd, SF | 4 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP, All ages

This outdoor market transforms the historic FMCAC campus into a dynamic showcase of local artisans, cuisine, and entertainment. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., this free public event combines the San Francisco Bay Area’s premier craft vendors with outstanding food offerings against a backdrop of stunning waterfront views.

Saturday 7/19

Mosswood Meltdown 2025
7/19-7/20 | Mosswood Park | 3612 Webster St, Oakland | 12 p.m. | $65-$219

Oakland’s beloved festival Mosswood Meltdown is returning July 19th and 20th, 2025 to Mosswood Park. Acts include DEVO, Osees, Kreayshawn, and more, and of course, the festival would not be complete without the inimitable and esteemed John Waters, who celebrates his 11th year as host in 2025. This is a weekend not to be missed!

My Chemical Romance: Long Live The Black Parade
7/19 | Oracle Park | 24 Willie Mays Plaza, SF | 6 p.m. | $134+

My Chemical Romance will be performing their seminal 2006 album The Black Parade in its entirety, celebrating its upcoming 20th anniversary.

Toad The Wet Sprocket
7/19 | The UC Theatre | 2036 University Ave, Berkeley | 7 p.m. Doors | $70.50+

Toad the Wet Sprocket, the beloved alternative rock band from Santa Barbara, California, first captured audiences in the late 1980s with their heartfelt lyrics and melodic sound. Rising to prominence with albums like Fear (1991) and Dulcinea (1994), they became known for hits such as “Walk on the Ocean,” “All I Want,” and “Good Intentions.” Their ability to blend introspective songwriting with catchy, folk-influenced rock has cemented them as a lasting presence in the music world.

Trumer Brewery Summerfest 2025
7/19 | Trumer Taproom | 1404 Fourth St, Berkeley | 11 a.m. | $10.38+, 21+

Get ready for an unforgettable Summerfest at Trumer Brewery! Saturday, July 19th, we’re going all out with live sets by DJ D Sharp (Golden State Warriors’ official DJ) and Grand-O aka the Bay Area’s Snack Sensei, exclusive Trumer beers, mouthwatering bites, and custom swag screen-printed by our friends San Franpsycho. You don’t want to miss this!

Parks4All: Brewfest 2025
7/19 | Civil War Parade Ground, Presidio | Graham St, SF | 12 p.m. | $55.20+

Sip your way through a curated lineup of local breweries offering unlimited tastings—including gluten-free and non-alcoholic options. If you’re looking for a beer tasting San Francisco experience, this is it. It’s the perfect place for beer lovers to explore new flavors while soaking in the scenery. Bring a blanket, your favorite snacks, and your crew—furry friends welcome (on leashes, please!). Or treat yourself to bites from delicious Presidio food trucks and vendors at the Presidio Pop Up nearby. Unwind with performances by Combo Tezeta, The SoulShake and Sam Johnson Live, and enjoy outdoor activities that capture the laid-back energy of a perfect San Francisco summer day. Browse goods from local artisans and merchants offering handmade, eco-conscious products that reflect the community of the Bay Area. With nature walks, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re 5 or 95. This is a family friendly beer event San Francisco.

SF Hip-Hop Festival 2025
7/19 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 1 p.m. | $43.26+

Join us for the first-ever SF Hip-Hop Festival, an all-day celebration of Hip-Hop culture, community, and creativity. Held across three stages at The Midway, the event features a powerful lineup of legendary and rising artists, live DJs, cultural conversations, art activations, food vendors, and streetwear. With performances by Tha Dogg Pound (30th Anniversary of Dogg Food), Digable Planets, Souls of Mischief, Mix Master Mike, and many more. Plus, local food and retail vendors, community organizations, and interactive programming throughout the day. Celebrate the legacy and future of Hip-Hop in the Bay Area and beyond. This is more than a concert—this is a cultural movement.

Caamp
7/19 | Greek Theatre | 2001 Gayley Rd, Berkeley | 6 p.m. Doors | $78.15

Acclaimed folk-rock band Caamp hits the road in 2025! The band recently released their brand new EP, Somewhere, their first collection of new music since 2022. The EP captures the band’s signature warmth and introspective storytelling while exploring themes of love, change, nostalgia, and letting go.

Sunday 7/20

Puzzle Challenge
7/20 | 81st Avenue Library | 1021 81st Ave, Oakland | 2 p.m. | Free

Join us for the Summer Puzzle Challenge, a jigsaw puzzle series open to all ages and abilities! Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or trying it for the first time, you are all welcome here. We’re excited to offer a variety of puzzles: for kids, people with dementia, and for those who like numerous pieces. Form teams or work solo as you listen to relaxing music and engage your mind. 

Maoli
7/20 | The Warfield | 982 Market St, SF | 8 p.m. | $61.38+

Maoli, referred to as Hawaii and Polynesia’s No. 1 independent commercial recording artist, has transcended borders with their extraordinary talent, capturing the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide. The band, which is fronted by Glenn Awong, formed in 2007 and has since performed across the U.S., New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific.

Mustard Service
7/20 | Rickshaw Stop | 155 Fell St, SF | 8 p.m. | $20-$25, All ages

Mustard Service is an indie rock band based in Miami, Florida. Self-described as “zest pop”, the band’s music draws influences from rock, surf, jazz, funk, and bossa nova, while also infusing Cuban, Uruguayan, Argentinian and Mexican flavors into their unique sound. The three-piece lineup features Marco Rivero Ochoa on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Leo Cattani on keyboard, and Adam Perez on drums. Their Latin heritage is deeply embedded in their sound, with many of their songs featuring Spanish lyrics and vibrant Latin rhythms. Produced and engineered by Chad Copelin, “Big Time” boasts a feel-good, sun-soaked vibe, with jangly guitars and vocals that channel the infectious energy of The Strokes. Its catchy, carefree melody is perfectly complemented by a prominent, bouncy bassline that gives the track an effortlessly cool, groove-driven charm.

Monday 7/21

M. Ward & The Undertakers Summer Tour 2025
7/21 | Bimbo’s 365 Club | 1025 Columbus Ave, SF | 8 p.m. | $46.36, 21+

M. Ward is an American singer-songwriter, Grammy nominated producer and guitarist whose solo work is a mixture of folk and blues-inspired Americana analog recordings. 

Trivia Night
7/21 | Saluhall SF | 945 Market St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free

Trivia masters, first-timers, and everyone in between – join us for Monday Night Trivia with Geeks Who Drink! Test your knowledge on every topic under the sun, whether you’re a pop culture specialist, a history buff, or an expert in something else entirely, you’ll have your time to shine.

Ben Kweller
7/21 | The Independent | 628 Divisadero St, SF | 8 p.m. | $32.42, 21+

BK is back and he’s not the same. Who could be after the heartbreak he’s endured since the sudden passing of his 16-year-old son. Instead of hiding away, the beloved indie-rocker is walking through the fire of grief with intention and purpose. This unimaginable journey has led him to his seventh album, Cover The Mirrors, and his current tour. Kweller has been an open book throughout his illustrious career. His songs hold a nostalgic quality that takes you to a time and a place, happy or sad. He’s also one of the rare few who can translate his recordings into captivating concerts that keep his fans coming back again and again. If you’ve never seen BK live before, the Cover The Mirrors Tour is sure to be his most heartfelt and joyous live show yet. This is a chance for old and new fans to come together and witness one of the great songwriters at his creative peak.

The Week of 7/22-7/28

Tuesday 7/22

Lady Gaga: The MAYHEM Ball
7/22, 7/24, & 7/26 | Chase Center | 1 Warriors Way, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $207.06+

MAYHEM marks a return to Gaga’s pop roots, reaffirming that she is a master of reinvention, crafting an album that is as bold and eclectic as it is deeply personal. A declaration of artistic freedom, it embraces the fractured pieces of oneself and how they come together to form something unexpected and beautiful. The album mirrors this concept with its diverse sonic palette and thematic layers, combining elements of chaos, defiance, and vulnerability into a cohesive artistic statement. Gaga describes this process as assembling a shattered mirror: “Even if you can’t put the pieces back together perfectly, you can create something memorable and whole in its own way.”

Charlotte Lawrence
7/22 | Cafe du Nord | 2174 Market St, SF | 8 p.m. | $29.33-$142.63

Regina Spektor is a Russian-born American singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist. Spektor performs using a broad vocal range, with a falsetto extension, but without any apparent break. She explores a variety of different and somewhat unorthodox vocal techniques, such as verses composed entirely of buzzing noises made with the lips and beatbox-style flourishes in the middle of ballads, and also makes use of such unusual musical techniques as using a drum stick to tap rhythms on the body of a chair. 

Tammytealove Who’s That?
7/22 | Yoshi’s Oakland | 510 Embarcadero W, Oakland | 7:30 p.m. Doors | $20-$30

Tammy E. Clarke (TammyTeaLove) is a comedian who was “Born in Brooklyn, raised in Los Angeles and Got her Game from The Bay”, now resides in Oakland. Her first break was on the spot with “Academy Award winning Actress” Mo’Nique at the San Jose Improv. She first stepped on stage in 2007 when her comedian friends pushed her on stage and said she should be a comedian. TammyTeaLove has been Awarded the NW Black comedy fest. “Funniest Comedian Award”  TammyTeaLove has performed at clubs such as Cobbs Comedy Club, Punchline SF & SAC, Comedy Château, The Comedy Store Hollywood, Sketchfest Sf 2019 & 2023 The Black Women In Comedy festival 2021-22 and many others, also Tammy is A two time Comedy Oakland “Champion.” on most nights and weekends Tammy is found on stage, Telling real life stories that everyone can relate too! Laughter is healing of the soul.

Poetic Tuesday
7/22 | Jessie Square, Yerba Buena Gardens | 760 Mission St, SF | 12:30 p.m. | Free

Sharing works that delight, provoke, inspire and rouse, the Poetic Tuesdays series turns lunchtime into an oasis of creative expression. Lighting up Jessie Square with a fabulously curated line-up of poets and musicians, Poetic Tuesdays offer a vivifying midday breather for neighborhood groups, students, office workers on break and out-of-towners looking for respite from The City’s hustle and bustle.

Wednesday 7/23

Kate Berlant Live
7/23 | Palace of Fine Arts | 3301 Lyon St, SF | 6 p.m. Doors | $56.25+

Kate Berlant is an Emmy nominated comedian, actress and writer. She recently concluded her fourth sold-out run of KATE, her one-woman off-Broadway play directed by Bo Burnham, to a rapturous response. Her comedy special Cinnamon in the Wind (directed by Bo Burnham) is now streaming on Hulu. In addition, her A24/Peacock sketch comedy special Would It Kill You to Laugh?, created with her collaborator John Early, was nominated for both a Critic’s Choice and Primetime Emmy award. 

Art Battle San Francisco
7/23 | Public Works | 161 Erie St, SF | 7 p.m. | $21-$26.26, 21+

Be a part of the electrifying energy as skilled artists engage in a high-speed showdown, flinging paint with every stroke. Cast your vote and crown the champion in three pulse-pounding rounds. And as the night unfolds, snag a one-of-a-kind masterpiece as every piece created goes up for auction. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of live art!

Raanan Hershberg
7/23-7/26 | Punch Line San Francisco | 444 Battery St, SF | 8 p.m. | $27.65-$42.50

Raanan Hershberg is a loud, neurotic Jew from Louisville, KY. He has performed his high-energy, joke-packed comedy on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late, Late Show with James Corden, and Comedy Central. His latest special ‘Jokes from the Underground’ was just included in the New York Times ‘Best Comedy of 2022’, where critic Jason Zinoman called it the funniest YouTube Special of the year, and said  ‘his punchy and deliriously funny club comedy made me laugh after second and third viewings.’ His first special ‘Downhill Ever Since’ is almost at 200K views on YouTube. Raanan performs all over the world and is a regular at The Comedy Cellar.

Los Bitchos
7/23 | Great American Music Hall | 859 O’Farrell St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $25-$30

Los Bitchos are made up of lead guitarist Serra, who carries both Australian and Turkish heritage, Uruguayan synth and keytar player Agustina Ruiz, Swedish bassist Josefine Jonsson, and British drummer Nic Crawshaw. Their live show has a contagious energy they’ve had no problem transmitting to the world: since the band officially arrived in 2019 with two sell-out 7″ singles, they marked themselves as one of London’s brightest bands to watch. 

Thursday 7/24

The Pancakes & Booze Art Show
7/24 | Public Works | 161 Erie St, SF | 7 p.m. | $20.24, 21+

Where else can you get free pancakes, live music, and some of the freshest art in the city? NOWHERE! The Pancakes & Booze Art Show brings together over 75 local artists and 500+ original works for a night that’s part gallery, part party, all vibe.

Dani Offline
7/24 | Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens | Mission St. between 3rd & 4th St, SF | 12:30 p.m. | Free

Dani Offline is an alluring artist plugged directly into her bountiful muse. The Oakland-based singer, songwriter, and producer has honed a sensuous aesthetic, blending dreamy melodies, gently hypnotic grooves, and understated vocals. A music besotted child who absorbed sounds while bouncing between Europe and the U.S. with her family, Offline was steeped in jazz and hip hop from an early age, with a particular affinity for  Sarah Vaughan and Betty Carter. Fresh off of sold-out shows in SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab as part of Noise Pop, she’s carved out a singular niche in the Bay Area ecosystem with songs that sound like both murmured revelations and communal observations.

15th Anniversary of Mission Community Market
7/24 | Ferry Plaza | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 3 p.m. | Free

Celebrate 15 years of the Mission Community Market on Thursday, July 24! Stock up on summer produce and join us in thanking the local farmers, food makers, and neighbors (you!) who have made this market so special for the last 15 years. Pick up a free Mission Community Market anniversary tote bag and enter a raffle to win Foodwise market coins. Stop by the orange Foodwise Seasonal Spotlight Tent for free samples, recipes, and cooking tips, featuring peak-season tomatoes. Enjoy live music with Mark y los Tiburones (4-6pm) at the Little Mission Studio stage.

Celebrating The Roots of Pasifika
7/24 | The Commons at KQED | 2601 Mariposa St, SF | 7 p.m. | $18.67 

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Pacific Islander culture, as KQED teams up with Pacific Islands Together to spotlight the vibrant influence of Pacific Islanders in the Bay Area! Dive into an evening of lively dance, enriching conversations and incredible stories that celebrate the heart and soul of these communities. Don’t miss out — come be part of this dynamic event and experience the power of Pacific Islander culture like never before.

Friday 7/25

Pod Meets World Live: The Kids (Still) Wanna Jump! Tour
7/25 | Palace of Fine Arts | 3301 Lyon St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $48-$219.42

We’re sending you to 1993 when TGIF reigned supreme and “Boy Meets World” first premiered. Danielle, Will and Rider are going back to school as they rewatch every episode of the iconic series, sharing memories, behind the scenes moments, and all the “Boy Meets World” stories a fan could ever want. Relive your first crush, first kiss, favorite moments and all the life lessons with Topanga, Eric, and Shawn.

Streetlight Manifesto
7/25 | The Regency Ballroom | 1300 Van Ness Ave, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $51.30-$76.80

Seven guys, seven different musical backgrounds, seven different personalities, one band, one unique and unmistakable voice. Formed in New Jersey as an ad hoc group intended to put out one album and disappear, one thing led to another, and within a few months of their debut release, Everything Goes Numb, Streetlight Manifesto was officially a full-time touring band, traveling the world, spreading their infectious and energetic tunes to all who would listen. A high energy rock band with more horn players than traditional rock instruments, with influences from Latin, klezmer, folk, world, funk, jazz, and classical music all blending into one cohesive sound, the band has somehow come a long way from where they started while staying true to their DIY roots. Twenty years later, the guys are still at it, still performing live to sold-out shows filled with sweat-drenched fans, all dancing and singing along at the top of their lungs.

Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience
7/25 | Davies Symphony Hall | 201 Van Ness Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $79-$325

Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience takes audiences on a journey through the soul-stirring history of the Delta Blues, merging the raw emotion of blues music with the expressive depth of an orchestra. Featuring a live appearance and multimedia narration by Hollywood icon and Mississippi son, Morgan Freeman, and featuring performances by respected Delta Blues musicians from Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Symphonic Blues is an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and storytelling.

Pete Escovedo & Family “90th Birthday Celebration”
7/25-7/27 | Yoshi’s Oakland | 510 Embarcadero W, Oakland | 7:30 p.m. | $49-$89

Legendary Bay Area percussionist Pete Escovedo will be celebrating his 90th birthday this year with his entire family at the place they call their “Musical Home”…Yoshi’s. The Escovedo family are the longest running artists that Yoshi’s has had the pleasure of booking since its conception. We at Yoshi’s are honored to have been chosen to host this monumental event, and we hope you will join us in celebrating this living legend for his 90th birthday concert.

Saturday 7/26

Alameda Rock & Roll Flea Market
7/26 | Faction Brewing | 2501 Monarch St, Alameda | 10 a.m. | $6.79, All ages

Little Steven’s Underground Garage, DJ Sid Presley, Faction Brewing, and Satay By The Bay SF invite you and the family to step into a vibrant and eclectic world where local food, craft beer, live music, and vintage collectors converge for a full day of entertainment.

Father John Misty w/ Lucinda Williams + Hamilton Leithauser
7/26 | Greek Theatre | 2001 Gayley Rd, Berkeley | 5:30 p.m. Doors | $78.15

Dispatch will perform tracks from their brand‑new album Yellowjacket, released in spring, alongside beloved classics. John Butler (with band): Celebrated for “Zebra” and “Treat Yo Mama,” is touring off his new album PRISM. G. Love & Special Sauce: Known for chill blues-funk grooves like “Cold Beverage” and “Baby’s Got Sauce”. Donavon Frankenreiter: Surf-rock vibes and relaxed melodies are on full display.

Dayshift Party
7/26 | Temple | 540 Howard St, SF | 5 p.m. | $25.30

Experience the Dayshift—a party designed for the 30+ crowd who crave the electric energy of a nightclub without the late-night exhaustion. Dance under disco balls, lose yourself in confetti showers and relive the best of the 80s, 90s, and 00s with top DJs spinning nonstop anthems. It’s the ultimate clubbing experience, but in the daylight—because great nights out don’t have to happen at night. Get your tickets today for the Dayshift Party in San Francisco!

US Air Guitar National Finals
7/26 | The Independent | 628 Divisadero St, SF | 9 p.m. | $32.47, All ages

San Francisco will host the National Finals for the first time since 2008. Regional Air Guitar Champions from twenty cities across the United States will converge to battle it out in the Bay. The winner will be crowned the 2025 US Air Guitar Champion and will proceed to represent the United States at the Air Guitar World Championships in Finland. This is the Super Bowl of Air Guitar.

Bingo Loco
7/26 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 4 p.m. | $35

We’ve flipped the traditional game of bingo on its head and turned it into a 3-hour long interactive stage show complete with dance-offs, rave rounds, lip sync battles, throwback anthems, confetti showers, and prizes ranging from international holidays, cars, air fryers, lawnmowers and so much more. Crazy prizes, rave rounds, dance offs, lip-sync battle, 90’s & 00’s tunes.

Sunday 7/27

Up Your Alley 2025
7/27 | Folsom St | 1286 Folsom St, SF | 11 a.m. | Free, 18+

Up Your Alley returns to the infamous streets of SOMA! Come get twisted with Steamworks, dance to our hot DJs and with our hotter gogos, watch kink and bondage demos that will blow your mind, cruise the artisan goods at our vendors, and get dirty at San Francisco’s notorious leather and kink block party.

PENTHOUSE SUNSET ROOFTOP PARTY
7/27 | Torch Rooftop Lounge | 1630 San Pablo Ave, Oakland | 5 p.m. | $0-$106.49

Exclusive rooftop lounge in beautiful downtown Oakland. Located on the sixth floor of a modern design, all-glass building, with automatic retractable roof and sunshades, fire torches and heaters, and modern furniture. Featuring Music By DJs Lexx Jonez & Slowpoke spinning Hip-Hop, R&B, Afrobeats and Club Classics! Hosted by Lloyd Lewis.

Monday 7/28

Haight Laughsbury Comedy Show
7/28 | O’Reilly’s Pub | 1840 Haight St, SF | 7:15 p.m. | Free

Welcome to Haight Laughsbury, the weekly comedy show that keeps the spirit of Haight-Ashbury weird, funny, and very much alive. Expect bold stand-up, fresh storytelling, and that unfiltered creative energy the neighborhood’s always been known for. Whether you’re bringing a date, your friends, or just your slightly hungover self, Haight Laughsbury is the perfect way to shake off the start-of-week and actually look forward to Monday.

The Atomic Bomb Audition
7/28 | Ivy Room | 860 San Pablo Ave, Albany | 7:30 p.m. Doors | $14.73, 21+

Born out of four friends’ individual experiments with art rock, chamber music, metal, free improvisation and film soundtracks, The Atomic Bomb Audition filters traces of these impulses through doom metal heft and pop-hook sensitivity. The result: apocalyptic love songs for an ever-ending world perpetually reborn. Referencing artists as far flung as The Melvins, The Cure, and Angelo Badalamenti, the band reveals something altogether unique—loud in feeling, heartbreaking in reach, yet always hopeful in spirit. This is the sound of our inevitable loss of innocence confronting an equally inevitable regeneration of life.

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