Lily Allen at The Masonic

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.

Centerpiece: I Love Boosters

Centerpiece screening I Love Boosters at Grand Lake Theatre promises a bold, heartfelt cinema moment—an engaging crowd, warm retro vibes, and a narrative that sparks conversation after the lights rise.

International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIM-2026)

International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIM-2026) gathers researchers and professionals to share breakthroughs, discuss developments, and explore transformative AI/ML applications.

Fossils, Ecology, and Human Evolution

Join Dr. Kay Behrensmeyer at the California Academy of Sciences for a compelling lecture on fossils, ecology, and human evolution. Learn how Turkana Basin bones and footprints reveal ancient climates, landscapes, and animal behavior, and how scientists connect these clues to understand adaptation and extinction across deep time.

Ask a Science Envoy: Elements & Fairness

Two Wonderfest Science Envoys host an evening at Hopmonk Tavern, with UC Berkeley astronomer Natalie LeBaron exploring how elements—from oxygen to gold—are forged in stars. The accessible talk and Q&A illuminate how the universe transforms hydrogen into matter that shapes our world.

San Francisco Giants at Philadelphia Phillies

Major League Baseball regular-season game: San Francisco Giants visit the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on 2026-04-28; outdoor evening ballgame with typical stadium food, fans, and ticketed seating.

Ambar Lucid @ August Hall

San Francisco’s August Hall hosts Ambar Lucid with maye, Judith, and Roberta Gambarini for a lively indie-pop/jazz-tinged concert. The intimate room promises dynamic vocals, genre-blending tunes, and a night rich with diverse artistry.

Chan Is Missing

Screen the indie classic Chan Is Missing at the historic Roxie Theater in San Francisco. Wayne Wang's witty, socially observant mystery explores Chinatown life with charm and humor, offered as a focused film screening at a beloved indie venue.

PIEDMONT EAST BAY CHILDREN'S CHOIR

Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir performs a refined evening of choral music at Yoshi's Oakland. This internationally acclaimed youth ensemble delivers polished vocal harmonies drawn from classical repertoire, showcasing young talents from the San Francisco Bay Area. A family-friendly night of live choral music in a renowned Bay Area venue.

The Toxhards @ Bottom of the Hill

Live show by The Toxhards at Bottom of the Hill in San Francisco, with Boris and The Joy. An intimate, high-energy punk/rock night in a classic SF venue, delivering gritty riffs and crowd-friendly energy. Date: Apr 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM.

Jesse Q. Sutanto: Ms Mebel Goes Back to the Chopping Block discussion

USA Today bestselling author Jesse Q. Sutanto discusses Ms Mebel Goes Back to the Chopping Block at Kepler's Books in the SF Bay Area, sharing wit, mystery insight, and the sly charm fans of Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers adore.

Depresión Sonora @ The Chapel

Depresión Sonora performs at The Chapel in San Francisco, delivering a moody, indie-tinged live set around their release Still Ruins. The Chapel's intimate room enhances the band's Spanish-language textures for a memorable, atmospheric night of immersive music.

Sal Calanni

Sal Calanni headlines a stand-up night at Punch Line Comedy Club in San Francisco. Expect sharp, fast-paced jokes and crowd-work in a classic comedy club setting. A lively evening of contemporary stand-up in a renowned SF venue.

French Talent USA: Manu Payet

French comedian Manu Payet performs his stand-up at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park on Apr 28 as part of the French Talent USA series.

Doris Kearns Goodwin: An Unfinished Love Story

Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses her forthcoming work 'An Unfinished Love Story' in an engaging evening at the Commonwealth Club. Through stories of leadership, love, and history, she reveals unfinished narratives in American political life and personal realms. A compelling blend of scholarship and storytelling.

Stripe Session

Paid industry panel on Apr 29 at Moscone West, San Francisco featuring senior payments and e‑commerce leaders (Stripe, Ramp, Squarespace, Wayfair, Privy, Block) discussing fintech and open-source in payments.

Dumbo Gets Mad @ Moe's Alley

Dumbo Gets Mad headlines Moe's Alley in Santa Cruz for an energetic indie-rock show inside the intimate club. Expect pulsating guitar hooks, melodic lines, and a high-energy, crowd-friendly night of live music at this beloved venue.

Emily Nenni

Emily Nenni headlines The Independent in the San Francisco Bay Area, delivering buoyant indie-pop with sunlit synths, airy harmonies, and a magnetic stage presence that lights up the night.

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.

How to Increase Your Luck, with Stanford’s Tina Seelig

Stanford professor Tina Seelig explains how to turn luck into opportunities in this engaging Commonwealth Club talk in San Francisco. Expect practical mindset shifts, creative problem-solving, and insights from entrepreneurship expert Seelig, in a lively evening of ideas and discussion.

CHAT ROOM: MONEY

A casual, discussion-friendly evening at Cafe Du Nord where attendees chat about money, finance, and value. CHAT ROOM: MONEY invites diverse perspectives in a cozy venue, blending informal dialogue with practical insights on personal finance, entrepreneurship, and economics.

Spirit World

Spirit World delivers shimmering indie rock at Neck of the Woods in the SF Bay Area, charging the venue with electrified guitars, bright hooks, and intimate, crowd-friendly energy in a cozy club setting.

Oh Wonder @ Fox Theater

Oh Wonder headlines a co-billed show with Wrabel at Fox Theater Oakland. This indie-pop night pairs intimate harmonies and lush synth textures in the historic venue, delivering crowd-pleasing tunes and memorable stage moments.