Events in SF Bay Area

AgentCon San Francisco: Call for Speakers

Sun, 3 May 2026

Tech

AgentCon San Francisco is a developer-focused AI agents conference in Silicon Valley featuring talks, hands-on workshops, and live demos. Attendees will explore building and integrating AI agents for real-world workflows across platforms, with networking opportunities among peers and industry experts.

Precision Med Tri-Conference

Sun, 3 May 2026

San Francisco Buddhist Center

Conference

Exclusive industry conference in San Francisco bringing together senior investors and leaders to explore innovation in diagnostics, precision medicine, and AI.

ENR FutureTech

Sun, 3 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square, San Francisco

Conference

ENR FutureTech gathers AEC leaders to explore innovations in construction tech through networking and live demonstrations in San Francisco.

Hail The Sun

Sun, 3 May 2026

Cornerstone Berkeley

Music

Hail The Sun bring their high-energy, progressive post-hardcore rock to Cornerstone Berkeley on May 4, 2026 — a loud, intense live show for fans of intricate guitars and emotive vocals.

69th San Francisco International Film Festival — Closing Night

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Castro Theatre

Film

Closing night of the 69th SF International Film Festival at The Castro, celebrating Star Wars Day with Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back.

Campfire Program

Mon, 4 May 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.

Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Castro Theatre

Film

Relive a galaxy far, far away as Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back lights up the Castro Theatre in San Francisco, a grand, retro cinema night that weds timeless score with the Castro's velvet charm.

I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Guild Theatre

Music

I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME play an indie/alt-rock live show at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park on May 4, 2026 — expect catchy, theatrical songs and energetic performances.

San Diego Padres at San Francisco Giants

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 11:45 AM

Oracle Park

Sports

MLB regular-season game: San Diego Padres visit the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on 2026-05-05 for a live, family-friendly stadium baseball experience.

Machine Learning Week

Mon, 4 May 2026

The Clift Royal Sonesta, San Francisco

Conference

Machine Learning Week 2026 in San Francisco explores integrating generative and predictive AI to boost practical deployment and value.

Religion, Khan, Lama, and Democracy in Mongolia

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 11:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

An insightful lecture at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco exploring whether Chinggis Khan, the Dalai Lama, and democracy can coexist in contemporary Mongolia. The talk examines religion's role in statecraft, historical legacies, and the challenges of building pluralist governance in a rapidly evolving nation.

Patti Poppe on PG&E Affordability and Breakup Bill

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 11:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

PG&E CEO Patti Poppe discusses affordability, outages, and the regulatory 'Breakup Bill' at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco, offering insights into energy pricing, reliability, and policy implications for California's utilities.

Kitchen Confidence: Three Week Series

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 11:00 AM

18 Reasons

Food

Join Kitchen Confidence: Three Week Series at 18 Reasons to level up your home cooking. Week 1 covers knife skills and a bright vinaigrette; Week 2 explores pureed seasonal soup and focaccia; Week 3 covers steak basics and a flourless chocolate cake, all in a friendly kitchen setting.

Sensors Converge

Mon, 4 May 2026

Santa Clara, CA

Tech

Sensors Converge in Santa Clara brings IoT, sensors and AI to the forefront with demos, talks and hands-on sessions set in the tech-forward Bay Area.

FRED WESLEY'S NEW JBS W/ MARTHA HIGH'S FUNKY DIVAS

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 12:30 PM

Yoshi's Japanese Restaurant and Music Venue

Music

Funk royalty takes the stage at Yoshi's Oakland as Martha High's Funky Divas back Fred Wesley and The New JBs for a power-packed set of James Brown-era hits. Expect explosive horns, tight rhythm, and soulful vocals from a legendary lineup that defined funk. A must-see for funk fans.

Salsa Crazy Mondays

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Neck of the Woods

Music

Salsa Crazy Mondays erupts at Neck of the Woods in the San Francisco Bay Area, where fiery Latin rhythms, easy swinging moves, and a lively crowd keep the dance floor burning.

The Wood Brothers

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Fillmore

Music

The Wood Brothers bring their rootsy folk-blues magic to The Fillmore in the Bay Area, trading tight harmonies and warm, jam-worthy grooves in a historic venue humming with musical history.

Long Now Talk: Bayo Akomolafe: The Untimely

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (Cowell Theater)

Lecture

Bayo Akomolafe presents “The Untimely” at Long Now, a public lecture exploring nonlinear time, futures, and ecological/decolonial thought at Fort Mason's Cowell Theater.

Campfire Program

Tue, 5 May 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.

TERROR

Mon, 4 May 2026

Cornerstone Berkeley

Music

TERROR, the hardcore punk band, performs a high-energy live show at Cornerstone Berkeley on 2026-05-05 — expect intense music, fast tempos and a mosh-friendly crowd.

Contact Improvisation Class + Jam

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 12:45 PM

Castro Theatre

Workshop

Join Merrick Jacob for a Contact Improvisation class and jam at The Castro Room. This movement-based workshop explores weight-sharing, momentum, listening, and spontaneous partnering in a welcoming space. All levels welcome; a live jam finishes the session.

Black Pine Circle Band Performance at Yoshi's Oakland

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Yoshi's Japanese Restaurant and Music Venue

Music

The Black Pine Circle Band, led by Jerry Kennedy, brings a tight middle school ensemble to Yoshi's Oakland for an evening of funk, jazz, and soul. Featuring special Bay Area guest musicians and alumni, the show promises energetic, skillful performances in an intimate club setting.

Chet Faker

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Music

Chet Faker brings moody, soul-infused electronic sounds to an intimate stage, weaving shimmering synths, husky vocals, and hypnotic grooves into a night that feels both personal and electrifying.

Under the Volcano

Mon, 4 May 2026 at 11:00 AM

Roxie Theater

Film

Screening of Under the Volcano at the Roxie Theater. An intimate cinema event at a legendary venue, showcasing this title to audiences who appreciate classic film storytelling and the Roxie’s authentic indie atmosphere.

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