Events in SF Bay Area

Big Bang: Party After Dark

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

California Academy of Sciences

Nightlife

An after-hours fundraiser at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco. Big Bang: Party After Dark blends hands-on science demos, planetarium shows, and themed exhibits with music and cocktails for an adult, nightlife-friendly evening.

The Wines Of Marchesi Antinori Winemaker Dinner

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Main Street Kitchen & Bar

Food

An evening of Chianti sophistication as The Wines Of Marchesi Antinori returns for a Winemaker Dinner at Main Street Kitchen & Bar, pairing estate classics with inventive courses and storytelling.

Erik Jekabson String-tet with Jackie Ryan: Duke Ellington

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

The Freight & Salvage

Music

A captivating jazz night at Freight & Salvage as Erik Jekabson String-tet performs Duke Ellington with Jackie Ryan, delivering intimate quartet textures and lush tones of classic Ellington tunes in Berkeley's renowned venue.

Willamette Valley Wine Dinner at Skates On The Bay

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Skates On The Bay

Food

Willamette Valley Wine Dinner at Skates On The Bay pairs Oregon Pinot classics with oceanfront views in a curated tasting of vintages, chef-matched courses, and sunset Bay Area vibes.

Homeshake @ Rickshaw Stop

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Rickshaw Stop

Music

Indie musician Homeshake headlines Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco for an intimate live show, delivering moody guitar and hazy synths in a cozy club setting. Expect immersive textures, crowd sing-alongs, and close-up vibes at a renowned venue.

Horatio's - Willamette Valley Wine Dinner

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Horatio's

Food

Horatio's Willamette Valley Wine Dinner pairs Pinot noir elegance with a chef-driven tasting menu, staged in a refined setting where wine notes mingle with stories about Willamette terroir.

Griffin House @ Sweetwater Music Hall

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Sweetwater Music Hall

Music

Griffin House brings an intimate singer-songwriter set to the cozy confines of Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley. Expect melodic storytelling, acoustic guitar, and a warm, community-focused evening in the Bay Area venue.

Meet the Author 2026 Series

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Marines' Memorial Theatre

Literature

Meet the Author 2026 Series returns to Marines' Memorial Theatre in the SF Bay Area, featuring Captain Chas Henry USMC Ret, an award-winning journalist and author of Fuji Fire, with online registration open.

The Circular Vineyard

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Parker Wong Residence

Food

An intimate wine-tasting evening at the Parker Wong Residence in San Francisco, featuring a curated selection of boutique wines. Guests sample varietals, explore aroma notes, and enjoy a relaxed, private setting in a stylish residence.

slchld with Unusual Demont

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

Cafe Du Nord

Music

slchld with Unusual Demont at Cafe Du Nord is a late-night electronic live show/DJ set in San Francisco promising immersive beats and an intimate club vibe.

Architecture x Architecture: ML's Implications for Architecture

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)

Conference

At SFMOMA, a panel brings together architects and ML researchers to explore the implications of machine learning for architecture. Expect discussions on AI-driven design, computation, materials, and how data reshapes workflows and urban spaces.

Campfire Program

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

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.

Naomi Watanabe

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

Castro Theatre

Comedy

Naomi Watanabe lights up The Castro in San Francisco with flamboyant, high-energy comedy, sharp cultural savvy and glittering cosplay, making the iconic venue crackle with laughter.

Tommy Emmanuel @ Rio Theatre

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

Rio Theatre

Music

Renowned fingerstyle guitarist Tommy Emmanuel headlines a live show at Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz, joined by Jack Schneider. An intimate indoor setting highlights masterful acoustic guitar, inventive melodies, and the warm, high-energy performance that fans love.

Free Drive-in Movie Night

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Capitol 6 Drive-In (San Jose)

Film

Free Drive-in Movie Night returns to Capitol 6 Drive-In in San Jose with a free outdoor screening for the whole family. Gates open at 6 pm, and the evening usually features music, games, and classic family-friendly films under the stars.

Sarod Trilogy: Amjad Ali Khan & Bangash

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

The Freight & Salvage

Music

An intimate evening of raga-infused sarod virtuosity, Maestro Amjad Ali Khan joins his sons Amaan and Ayaan Bangash for a landmark Sarod Trilogy at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, delivering lush classical improvisations and masterful artistry.

Gerald Clayton @ Miner Auditorium, SFJAZZ Center

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

SFJAZZ Center

Music

Jazz pianist Gerald Clayton headlines Miner Auditorium at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, delivering an intimate, high-energy night of inventive jazz in a premier venue.

Under the Skin of the City

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Film

Screening of Rakhshan Bani-Etemad’s acclaimed Iranian social drama "Under the Skin of the City" at BAMPFA — a Persian-language film (with English subtitles) exploring urban life and family struggles.

EVERGLOW

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Regency Ballroom

Music

K-pop group EVERGLOW headlines the 2026 world tour at The Regency Ballroom, delivering a refined live show with elevated stage production.

Ukraine—The Future

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

An evening at the Commonwealth Club examining Ukraine’s path forward and its implications for European security and global policy. Experts analyze reform, resilience, and the evolving geopolitical landscape shaping Ukraine’s future in a changing world.

Bay Area Dance Week

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

eur and professional dancers10-day eventDates: April 24 - May 3 for 2026

Theater

Bay Area Dance Week brings 600+ free performances across San Francisco and the Bay Area from Apr 24 to May 3, featuring amateur and professional dancers.

Rave Culture: A New Era

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

4 Star Theater

Film

Part of the DOC'N ROLL Film Festival, Rave Culture: A New Era traces how late-1980s underground raves in Thatcher-era Britain fueled a new electronic sound. This screening at 4 Star Theater uses archival imagery and interviews to illuminate the birth of breakbeat and the global rave movement.

Skizzy Mars

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Independent

Music

Skizzy Mars storms The Independent in San Francisco with razor-sharp indie-rap swagger, neon mood and crowd-ready hooks that fuse street storytelling with glow-lit, late-night energy.

Dr. Rachel Zoffness

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Kepler's Books

Lecture

Dr. Rachel Zoffness speaks at Kepler's Books in the Bay Area about Tell Me Where It Hurts, a compassionate bridge between medicine and psychology that reframes pain into understanding and healing.

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