Film Screening: "The Joy Luck Club"
Screening of The Joy Luck Club at the Asian Art Museum. A landmark film exploring Chinese-American mother-daughter relationships, presented in an elegant museum setting for a thought-provoking cinema experience.
Campfire Program
Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.
Family Studio: Lines That Move
Join a hands-on Family Studio at SFMOMA as 'Lines That Move' explores drawing and sculpture through line-based activities. This kid-friendly Sunday session (10 a.m.–1 p.m.) invites families to create together in the museum's education spaces, blending art and movement.
Big Mama Thornton: I Can't Be Anyone But Me
A documentary portrait in the DOC’N ROLL Film Festival of Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton, tracing her powerhouse blues voice, trailblazing stage presence, and influence on rock history, with highlights like Hound Dog and Ball & Chain. Screened at 4 Star Theater, it celebrates a pivotal figure in music and gender history.
Open: Art Lab
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA is a drop-in, hands-on studio program inviting visitors of all ages to experiment with materials and creative processes in the museum setting.
Jessica Kirson
Jessica Kirson headlines The Castro with fearless, boundary-pushing wit; an early show added by popular demand promises a packed Bay Area night of sharp, fearless laughs.
Blade of the Immortal
Screening of Blade of the Immortal at Balboa Theatre on Apr 26, 2026 at 1:30 PM. A samurai-action fantasy film presented in a classic cinema setting at this San Francisco venue.
Vienna Teng @ Montalvo Arts Center
Vienna Teng headlines a piano-driven singer-songwriter show at the Montalvo Arts Center in Saratoga. An intimate evening of melodic storytelling and lush arrangements in a renowned, atmospheric venue.
Duck Butchery and Southeast Asian Cookery
Join Gracie, the head chef and butcher, and Linda, a Malaysian Southeast Asian cook, for a hands-on evening at 18 Reasons. Learn whole duck butchery, then cook each piece to maximize flavor, tenderness, and presentation in a practical, chef-led kitchen workshop.
Aaron Diehl Trio at SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium
Aaron Diehl and his trio bring sophisticated modern jazz to Miner Auditorium, SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco on April 26, 2026, delivering intricate piano lines, intimate swing, and virtuosic trio interplay.
Startup Grind Global Conference
Startup Grind Global Conference (Apr 27–29, 2026) in Silicon Valley is a summit for founders, investors and tech leaders to share ideas, network, and explore funding and growth opportunities for startups.
VNV Nation @ August Hall
VNV Nation brings their electro-industrial anthems to August Hall in San Francisco on April 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The intimate venue sets the stage for a synth-driven, high-energy performance and crowd-wide sing-alongs in a sleek urban room.
SUHAILA SALIMPOUR IN AL ZAMAN WITH FADI ISLAMBOULI
An immersive live music, dance, and storytelling production, Al Zaman, by Suhaila Salimpour and Fadi Islambouli, celebrates the Golden Era of Arabic nightclubs. Set at Yoshi’s Oakland, it weaves rhythm, memory, and identity into a vibrant SWANA artistry experience.
Chad Daniels
Chad Daniels brings his stand-up routine to Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco for an evening of sharp, crowd-work driven humor. Expect tight storytelling and observational jokes from a veteran touring comedian, in an intimate SF venue.
Miami Marlins at San Francisco Giants
Major League Baseball game: Miami Marlins visit the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park for a live evening matchup under the ballpark lights.
Powerman 5000 @ DNA Lounge
Powerman 5000 headlines DNA Lounge in San Francisco with guests 12 Stones. A high-energy rock bill in the intimate club, promising thunderous guitars, driving rhythms, and a crowd buzzing with energy from the moment doors open.
Acid King @ Moe's Alley
Acid King, the doom-metal trio, headlines Moe's Alley in Santa Cruz. This intimate venue hosts a heavy, high-energy show blending sludgy riffs with thunderous rhythms. A must-see for metal fans seeking a gritty live experience in a classic Bay Area club setting.
Juliet McComas Keyboard Marathon: Gather Together
SF Community Music Center presents Juliet McComas Keyboard Marathon: Gather Together, a program of piano duets and two-piano works performed by CMC faculty and guest artists. The concert celebrates connection and collaboration through intimate, conversation-driven repertoire in a welcoming concert hall atmosphere.
Sundays at the Beach: Free Yoga Day
Join a casual beach yoga session at the Great Highway on Sundays (4th Sundays). Flow with the community at noon, BYO mat and coffee mug; enjoy a complimentary coffee after the class at Java Beach. No registration required.
Time and Water
Time and Water is presented at BAMPFA, pairing evocative documentary cinema with the museum’s architectural ambience. Explore how time, water, and imagery intersect as filmmakers probe environmental change and human perception.
Dykes, Camera, Action!
Screening of Dykes, Camera, Action! at the Roxie Theater, a provocative documentary exploring lesbian cinema history and queer representation. An artsy, thought-provoking night for film lovers in San Francisco.
Allegra Jordyn @ The Independent
Allegra Jordyn headlines a live indie set at The Independent in San Francisco. The intimate venue delivers crisp vocals and shimmering melodies, offering a songwriter-led night with energetic yet intimate atmosphere—perfect for fans of modern indie and thoughtful lyricism.
Chris Grey
Chris Grey headlines The Independent in San Francisco on the Paradise Lost Tour, pairing soaring guitar tones with Allegra Jordyn’s luminous support for a moody, intimate indie-rock night.
The World of Love
A curated screening at BAMPFA titled 'The World of Love' presenting diverse love stories from around the globe, offering a thoughtful look at romance across cultures in an intimate cinema setting.
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