Gallery Chats at OMCA
Join OMCA Facilitators for Gallery Chats — an informal Q&A and guided conversation about the museum’s exhibitions; admission ticket required.
Sam Yo (Peloton) – The Monk's Mindset Book Tour
Sam Yo (Peloton) brings The Monk's Mindset to Café Du Nord in San Francisco for a live book tour reading. Expect an engaging author talk that blends mindfulness with practical mindset strategies, set in a cozy historic venue and open to book lovers curious about growth and focus.
Marjan Vahdat & Sahba Motallebi
Marjan Vahdat and Sahba Motallebi perform an intimate evening of Persian vocal art at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, weaving traditional Iranian melodies with contemporary improvisation for a moving, world-music concert in a warm, intimate setting.
SFMOMA Free Community Day with Matisse Exhibit
Visit SFMOMA on May 24, 2026 for Free Community Day, starting at 10:00, with free admission to the entire museum. See the special Matisse: Femme au chapeau—A Modern Scandal exhibition alongside the modern-art collections in a family-friendly, intellectually engaging setting in San Francisco.
AAPI Musicology
Join scholars for a focused discussion on Asian American and Pacific Islander contributions to musicology at the Asian Art Museum. The talk surveys traditions, diaspora voices, and contemporary contexts, highlighting cross-cultural influences and the soundscapes of AAPI communities.
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.
Rose Gray
Rose Gray shines at The Independent in the SF Bay Area, blending soulful pop with intimate storytelling, shimmering vocals, and an indie warmth that makes every chorus feel like a private encore.
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.
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.
Tom Stienstra: Tales of Survival and Top Adventure Spots
Outdoor writer Tom Stienstra shares gripping survival tales and his top adventure spots in this talk at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. Drawing on decades of wilderness reporting, he offers practical survival tips, vivid stories, and travel recommendations for fearless explorers.
Little Caesar
Screening of the 1931 crime classic Little Caesar at the Roxie Theater. A noir-era showcase that spotlights early gangster-film storytelling in an intimate venue. Ideal for film buffs, students of cinema, and fans of vintage Hollywood.
Booksmith presents: Isaac Fitzgerald / American Rambler
Join author Isaac Fitzgerald at The Booksmith on May 26 for a reading of American Rambler; RSVP appreciated but not required.
Steve Jobs in Exile
An insightful history-lecture at the Computer History Museum exploring Steve Jobs's career during a pivotal exile period and its influence on Apple and tech culture, illustrated with archival material and expert commentary in a museum setting.
AI DevSummit
AI DevSummit convenes AI developers and engineers at the South San Francisco Conference Center, delivering insights into the latest technologies, practical breakthroughs and future trends.
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.
San Francisco Opera 2025-2026 Season
Keystones of the 2025–26 SF Opera season include the world premiere of The Monkey King by Huang Ruo and David Henry Hwang, alongside a new production of Wagner’s Parsifal, at the San Francisco Civic Center.
Theo Baker: Uncovering Power and Money
Theo Baker explores how power and money shape policy and institutions in higher education, drawing on investigative work at Stanford and broader governance issues. The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco hosts this timely talk, offering insights into accountability and influence in modern economics and politics.
MIGUEL ZENON QUARTET
Grammy-winning saxophonist Miguel Zenón brings his acclaimed quartet to Yoshi's Oakland on May 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Expect a dynamic blend of innovation and tradition in an intimate jazz-club setting.
AI DevSummit 2026
Two-day AI DevSummit conference in South San Francisco focusing on AI management and real-world deployment, with tracks for managers, engineers, and data scientists.
Oscar Peñas
Jazz guitarist Oscar Peñas performs at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, delivering intimate melodies, nimble guitar work, and expressive improvisations in a renowned, intimate club setting.
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.
Barbacoa and Friends
Join Annelies at 18 Reasons for a hands-on barbacoa class. Learn two slow-roasted beef methods from Central Mexican BBQ, moving from traditional, long-braised technique to a modern twist, in a warm, collaborative kitchen setting.
Opera Parallèle: Doubt at the Presidio Theatre
Opera Parallèle presents Doubt at the Presidio Theatre on May 29, 2026 — a contemporary operatic staging of moral ambiguity and dramatic tension.
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.
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