Events in SF Bay Area

Fight Against AI-Powered Surveillance: Cindy Cohn & Adam Savage

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 10:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Cindy Cohn of the EFF and Adam Savage explore the battle against AI-powered surveillance, unpacking privacy implications and policy safeguards in a lively Commonwealth Club talk in San Francisco. A timely, accessible discussion of tech policy, civil liberties, and real-world safeguards in the age of AI.

Campfire Program

Wed, 13 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.

Romeo Santos And Prince Royce

Wed, 13 May 2026

Chase Center

Music

Latin mega-stars Romeo Santos and Prince Royce bring a powerhouse bachata night to Chase Center in San Francisco. Expect soaring vocals, sultry danceable grooves, and a stadium-sized celebration of hits, from romance ballads to club-ready anthems.

Unlimited Miles: Miles Davis at 100 All-Star Jazz Centennial Celebration

Wed, 13 May 2026

Presidio Theatre

Music

All-star jazz celebration honoring Miles Davis' 100th birthday with live performances at San Francisco's Presidio Theatre featuring top jazz musicians.

In a Year of 13 Moons

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Film

Screening of In a Year of 13 Moons at BAMPFA, offering a thought-provoking film experience in a renowned art-museum setting. The program invites cinephiles to engage with cinema as visual culture within Berkeley's iconic venue.

An Evening With Brandy Clark

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Guild Theatre

Music

Brandy Clark brings her singer-songwriter country/Americana set to The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park on May 13, 2026—an intimate evening of storytelling and live acoustic songs.

Texas is the Reason

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Independent

Music

Texas is the Reason performs an energetic rock show at The Independent in San Francisco. The set recalls 90s emo-tinged indie rock with driving guitars, melodic hooks, and a devoted crowd.

Chicago Sky at Golden State Valkyries

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 7:00 PM

Chase Center

Sports

WNBA game: Chicago Sky visit the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center in San Francisco on 2026-05-14 for a night of professional women's basketball action.

SaaStr Annual 2026 + AI Summit

Wed, 13 May 2026

hering for B2B and AI leaders

Conference

SaaStr Annual 2026 + AI Summit brings 10,000+ B2B and AI leaders to the SF Bay Area for 2.5 days of tactical content on scaling to $100M+ ARR.

Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really

Wed, 13 May 2026

San Francisco Playhouse

Theater

Kate Hamill's Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy — a contemporary, feminist reimagining of the Dracula myth — plays at San Francisco Playhouse with a female-led cast, sharp dialogue, and dark humor.

LARRY VUCKOVICH ALL-STARS

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 12:30 PM

Yoshi's Japanese Restaurant and Music Venue

Music

Legendary jazz night as the Larry Vuckovich All-Stars bring bebop, hard bop and post-bop flavors to Yoshi's Oakland, channeling the spirit of Miles Davis and John Coltrane with dynamic, intricate solos and tight ensemble work.

Robyn Hitchcock "Live And Electric - Full Band Shows"

Wed, 13 May 2026

The Chapel

Music

Robyn Hitchcock performs his 'Live And Electric - Full Band Shows' at The Chapel SF on May 14, 2026, with supporting acts Those Pretty Wrongs and Emma Swift — an intimate electric indie/singer-songwriter concert.

The Decibel Magazine Tour 2026

Wed, 13 May 2026

Cornerstone Berkeley

Music

The Decibel Magazine Tour 2026 brings high-energy extreme metal acts to Cornerstone Berkeley on May 14, 2026 for a loud, live night of heavy riffs and mosh-ready mayhem.

Wall Street South FinTech Summit

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 3:00 AM

Conference

Wall Street South FinTech Summit brings together finance-technology professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area for a day of talks and networking. Featuring Denis Hiller (1001 VC) and Pedro A Santos (Dir. Emerging, Miami Dade College), the event covers fintech trends and investment insights.

Campfire Program

Thu, 14 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.

Voyagers: Derek Gripper, Alam Khan, Guy Buttery

Thu, 14 May 2026

The Freight & Salvage

Music

Voyagers presents Derek Gripper, Alam Khan, and Guy Buttery in a world-music guitar night at Freight & Salvage. Expect intricate fingerstyle, shimmering melodies blending classical, Indian, and African traditions, in an intimate listening room with a global vibe.

Dr. Lerone A. Martin

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Kepler's Books

Lecture

Dr. Lerone A. Martin speaks at Kepler’s Books on Young King, exploring the origin story of Martin Luther King Jr.—the man, minister, and civil rights leader who shaped the nation and changed the world.

Future of Species: Artificial Biological Intelligence

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 10:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

A provocative public lecture at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco examining how artificial biological intelligence could redefine life and adaptation. Experts discuss breakthroughs in biotech, AI-driven design, and the ethical and societal implications.

Open Mic Night

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 12:30 PM

Neck of the Woods

Comedy

Open Mic Night lights up Neck of the Woods in the SF Bay Area, where fearless newcomers and seasoned comics try fresh bits on a responsive, intimate stage under warm, twinkling lights.

Dorian Gray in the Mirror of the Yellow Press

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Film

A screening at BAMPFA exploring how the yellow press reframed Dorian Gray and its cultural impact. The program pairs archival imagery with expert commentary to spark discussion on literature, media sensationalism, and visual culture in a museum setting.

Best of San Francisco Stand-up Comedy

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Neck of the Woods

Comedy

Dive into the Best of San Francisco Stand-up Comedy at Neck of the Woods, where razor-sharp jokes, fresh crowd work, and Bay Area flavor collide in a night of high-energy laughter.

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz: The Hero Next Door, Stories of Patriotism and Purpose

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 5:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Acclaimed journalist Martha Raddatz discusses patriotism and purpose, weaving personal stories with reflections on leadership and civic duty. At the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco, this insightful talk blends history and journalism to illuminate public-service values for an engaged adult audience.

Anna Ash with Malena Cadiz

Wed, 13 May 2026

Cafe Du Nord

Music

Anna Ash with Malena Cadiz perform an intimate singer-songwriter set at Cafe Du Nord in San Francisco on May 14, 2026 — a cozy indie/acoustic night for fans of melodic songwriting and live vocals.

Stanford Philharmonia

Thu, 14 May 2026

Bing Concert Hall, Stanford University

Music

The Stanford Philharmonia, conducted by John Eells, performs its 2026 Spring Concert on the main stage of Bing Concert Hall. It features the 2026 Concerto Competition winner Alex Tordjman, alongside a program of virtuosic orchestral works.

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