Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

museum

Multidisciplinary contemporary arts center presenting visual art, live performance, film/video and community programs in dedicated galleries, a forum, and an adjacent theater. Known for showcasing local, national, and international artists and producing the Bay Area Now triennial.

701 Mission Street, 94103
South of MarketWebsiteOpen in Maps
ArtTheater~8 events/monthUSD 12–20

Upcoming Events (5)

Artist-Led Tour of “Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer & Trans Movements”

Wed, 17 Jun 2026atAll day

Join an artist-led tour of Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer & Trans Movements at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. The guided walkthrough explores how queer and trans histories shape contemporary art and futures, with artist perspectives guiding the conversation through the galleries.

Zachary James Watkins & William Winant

Thu, 2 Jul 2026at12:00 PM

Two renowned performers Zachary James Watkins and William Winant present a night of immersive, live sound performances at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, exploring experimental sonic textures. The program promises a cutting-edge contemporary music experience in SF's vibrant arts venue.

Creative Power Moves

Wed, 19 Aug 2026at12:30 PM

A panel discussion at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts exploring strategies and stories behind creative leadership and cultural impact in contemporary arts. Industry voices share insights on power, collaboration, and innovation shaping the scene.

Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer & Trans Movements

Sat, 22 Aug 2026atAll day

An exhibition at YBCA exploring the roots, creative practices, and futures of queer and trans movements through art, history, and community-activated projects.

Free

Diedrick Brackens: gather tender night

Sat, 22 Aug 2026atAll day

Diedrick Brackens: gather tender night is a solo exhibition at YBCA showcasing Brackens's handwoven tapestries and textile works that explore Black queer identity, memory, craft, and storytelling through large-scale, intimate pieces.