Events in SF Bay Area

Dillon Francis B2B Flosstradamus

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Music

Dillon Francis B2B Flosstradamus blasts a peak-time electronic set, a clash of bass-heavy drops and neon energy, a high-voltage collaboration that lights the room from the first beat.

Meshell Ndegeocello at SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 12:30 PM

SFJAZZ Center

Music

Experience Meshell Ndegeocello in concert at SFJAZZ Center's Miner Auditorium in San Francisco. The Grammy-winning artist delivers an intimate, genre-blending jazz-soul performance in a renowned, acoustically rich setting.

Lewis Capaldi

Sat, 2 May 2026

Greek Theatre at UC Berkeley

Music

In Madison Square Garden's velvet-lit arena, Lewis Capaldi headlines with soulful torch songs, supported by Joy Crookes, delivering intimate heartbreak and stadium-wide sing-alongs to NYC's sea of lights.

Blackfest 2026

Sat, 2 May 2026

Frost Amphitheater

Music

Blackfest 2026 at Frost Amphitheater is Stanford's free Hip-Hop/R&B festival celebrating Black culture, community and art, bringing together students and the Bay Area for performances and cultural programming.

Peach Pit @ Quarry Amphitheater

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Frost Amphitheater

Music

Indie-pop band Peach Pit headlines Quarry Amphitheater in Santa Cruz for an upbeat evening of breezy guitars and catchy hooks. The outdoor venue promises an energetic show under the stars, blending sunny melodies with a sing-along-friendly atmosphere.

Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Paramount Theatre (Oakland)

Comedy

Bert Kreischer brings 'Permission to Party' to Oakland's Paramount Theatre, a raucous stand-up spectacle where his fearless storytelling and larger-than-life energy light up the storied stage.

Mooove Over: Goat, Sheep, and Buffalo Milk Cheeses and Wine

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 11:00 AM

18 Reasons

Food

Explore cheeses made from goat, sheep, and buffalo milk with wine pairings at 18 Reasons. This guided tasting explains regional milk choices, flavor profiles, and how non-cow dairies differ from traditional cow-milk cheeses.

King Tuff @ The Chapel

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 2:00 PM

The Chapel

Music

King Tuff headlines an electric night at The Chapel in San Francisco, joined by Gabriel Bernini. Expect blistering psych-rock energy in the intimate, historic venue. A must-see for fans of garage rock and DIY vibes on May 2, 2026.

Bert Kreischer

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 7:00 PM

Paramount Theatre (Oakland)

Comedy

At Oakland's Paramount Theatre, Bert Kreischer spins outrageous stories into a roar of laughter, the ornate room soaking up his energy as fans queue for a night of unapologetic comedy.

Alien Ant Farm

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Guild Theatre

Music

Alien Ant Farm perform live at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park on May 2, 2026 — expect an energetic alternative rock show featuring hits and fan-favorite covers.

Audien @ PURE Nightclub

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Pure Nightclub

Nightlife

Electronic music producer Audien headlines PURE Nightclub in Sunnyvale, delivering a high-energy, bass-driven set in a sleek club atmosphere. The night promises immersive visuals, booming sound, and an electric dance-floor experience under city lights.

Bert Kreischer: Stand-Up Comedy

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 7:00 PM

Paramount Theatre (Oakland)

Comedy

Bert Kreischer brings fearless stand-up to the Oakland Paramount Theatre, where his wild storytelling and high-octane delivery light up the historic venue with Bay Area laughs.

San Francisco Giants at Tampa Bay Rays

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:10 PM

Tropicana Field

Sports

MLB regular-season game: San Francisco Giants at Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on May 1, 2026 — live evening baseball action under the dome, great for fans and families.

DAZZ BAND

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 12:30 PM

Yoshi's Japanese Restaurant and Music Venue

Music

Celebrating 50 years of Dazz Band, this show at Yoshi's Oakland delivers horn-driven funk and classic soul hits from their Kinsman Dazz days to today. Expect tight grooves, soaring horns, and a high-energy live performance that honors a landmark funk/soul legacy in an intimate jazz-club setting.

Jensen McRae – God Has A Hitman Tour

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 2:00 PM

The Independent

Music

Jensen McRae performs her God Has A Hitman Tour at The Independent in San Francisco on May 2, 2026, with opening act Marie Dresselhuis.

Mahmut Orhan

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 2:00 PM

Treasure Island - San Francisco

Music

Mahmut Orhan performs an electronic/house DJ set at Treasure Island in San Francisco on May 2, 2026 — a ticketed night of dance and club music.

Brentano Quartet

Sat, 2 May 2026

Bing Concert Hall, Stanford University

Music

The Brentano Quartet performs an evening of masterful chamber music at Stanford's Bing Concert Hall on May 3, 2026, presenting refined classical repertoire in an intimate setting.

Mesto, Vibe J, Saul

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

DNA Lounge (San Francisco)

Music

Experience a high-energy electronic night at Halcyon SF as Mesto headlines with Vibe J and Saul spinning a club-ready set. Expect pounding bass, shimmering synths, and immersive visuals on SF's sleek indoor dancefloor.

Prosumer Germany: CarrieonDisco, DJ M3 at The Great Northern

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 2:30 PM

The Great Northern

Music

An electric electronic-night in London headlined by Prosumer (Germany) with CarrieonDisco and DJ M3 at The Great Northern. Expect high-energy techno-forward sets in a clubby venue with a late-evening start, drawing fans of cutting-edge house and dance music. A solid choice for night owls.

Bay Bridge Half

Sat, 2 May 2026

Alameda, California

Sports

Join the Bay Bridge Half, a scenic half-marathon that starts in Oakland and crosses the iconic Bay Bridge for sweeping San Francisco Bay views. This outdoor road race welcomes runners of all levels and delivers a memorable West Coast experience along the waterfront.

BUNT. in the San Francisco Round

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Music

BUNT. in the San Francisco Round, streamed on Instagram Page, brings a vivid, boundary-pushing music night blending indie, funk and experimental textures for Bay Area fans watching live.

Wage War - It Calls Me By Name Tour

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 12:30 PM

The Fillmore

Music

Wage War storms The Fillmore on their It Calls Me By Name tour, guitars crunching, drums hammering, and a mosh-ready Bay Area crowd that makes the historic venue shake with pure energy.

Ultimate Doobie Brothers Tribute Concert

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Balboa Theatre

Music

Ashes to Amber @ Bottom of the Hill

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Bottom of the Hill

Music

Ashes to Amber headlines this intimate San Francisco club night at Bottom of the Hill, with acts Nature TV and Preschool. A tight indie-night lineup in a classic venue delivering energetic, close-up sound and an authentic small-venue rock experience.

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