Best Bay Area Events 7/1-7/21

Summertime
 by Vanessa Gil, Arts & Events Editor

The City provided another beautiful and sunny Pink Saturday in Dolores Park this past weekend. What a wonderful Pride making new memories with friends & family in San Francisco. I’ve been reenergized and am ready for the rest of these summer events. Podcast Meets World is coming to town at the end of this month. Violent Femmes are playing soon. Lady Starbeast’s birthday show is in a couple of weeks. Summer is about to go off! Here’s what I’m excited for the week of 7/1 and beyond.

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Rock n’ shop ’til you drop at the ALAMEDA ROCK & ROLL FLEA MARKET on Saturday July 26 at Faction Brewing. 10am-pm. All ages. $5 admission. Featuring 125 VENDORS – Indoor & outdoor, selling records, music memorabilia, musical instruments, vintage clothing, tiki/Hawaiiana, handmade jewelry & gifts, books, videos, and much more! LIVE MUSIC by 60’s legends Daryl Hooper and The Seeds, plus 80’s garage rockers The Pandoras, Muck & The Mires, Soraia, Stay Out, and The Greasy Gills. FOOD by Satay By The Bay SF, Yo Soy Ceviche, and more. CRAFT BEER by Faction Brewing.

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Cody Jinks w/ Tanner Usrey
7/12 | Greek Theatre | 2001 Gayley Rd, Berkeley | 5:30 p.m. Doors | $60.10+

Cody Jinks is bringing The Hippies and Cowboys Tour to the Greek Theatre in Berkeley on Saturday, July 12 with Tanner Usrey. Grab your tickets here!

Valencia LIVE!
7/10 | Valencia & 16th | Valencia St between 16th and 19th, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

See you in the streets for Valencia LIVE! A FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration spotlighting local businesses, live music, and art.

Briny and Spicy: Oysters and Hot Sauce
7/10 | San Francisco Ferry | Building 1 Ferry Building, SF | 7 p.m. | $35.80

Taste how Hog Island oysters and Golden State Pickle Works innovate with the challenges that come with climate change. Both vendors from Bay Area farmers markets will be in conversation with climate journalist Laura Klivans and food journalist Cecilia Phillips about how their cultivation practices are shifting. Featuring yummy oysters, hot sauce, and pickles, we’ll deep dive into how foodies are pursuing good stewardship practices of the earth. Get your tickets today.

This Week’s Events 7/1-7/7

Tuesday 7/1

& Juliet
7/1-7/27 | Orpheum Theatre | 1192 Market St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $57.92-$260.33

Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & JULIET asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way. Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone‚” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life‚” “That’s The Way It Is,“ and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

Post Malone
7/1 | Oracle Park | 24 Willie Mays Plaza, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $117.30+

Post Malone presents: “The Big Ass Stadium Tour” with Jelly Roll as his supporting act.

Buscabulla
7/1 | Bimbo’s 365 Club | 1025 Columbus Ave, SF | 8 p.m. | $33.43, 21+

Like generations of Puerto Ricans before them, Raquel Berríos and Luis Alfredo Del Valle, of experimental pop duo Buscabulla (slang for “troublemaker”), moved to the mainland United States to hustle for their dreams, but a longing for their island ran deep, never escaping their thoughts during the decade they resided there. It was in New York City that the Buscabulla sound was forged, elevated bedroom productions and unique juxtaposition of stylistic highs and lows: Raquel’s textured, high-pitched vocals counterpointed by Luis Alfredo’s poignant bassline; minimalist melodies that evoke throwback salsa and R&B; and whispery re-imaginings of catchphrases from 90s reggaeton and every-day island vernacular.


Wednesday 7/2

Drennon Davis
7/2 & 7/3 | Punch Line SF | 444 Battery St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $29+, 18+

From his bizarre impressions and absurd sketches to his provocative songs, puppets and animation, award-winning comedian, Drennon Davis has made a name for himself as one of the most innovative minds in today’s comedy scene. A favorite at music and comedy festivals all over the world, his shows receive rave reviews, including best comedy duo (with Karen Kilgariff of My Favorite Murder).

2025 Marin County Fair
7/2-7/6 | Marin County Fairgrounds | 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael | 11 a.m. | $25-$30

The 2025 Marin County Fair – BUG-TASTIC! – will celebrate all things creepy, crawly, sticky, prickly, wiggly, flittery, fluttery, buzzy, and everything in between. This ultimate bug fest will be filled with activities that highlight insects, spiders, scorpions, centipedes, millipedes, and more, from competitive exhibits, hands-on art projects, entertainment, education, and fairground décor, all while providing a great opportunity for families to have a good time and develop a love of nature. The 2025 fair will also include favorites such as the juried fine arts and photography exhibit, headline concerts, free carnival rides, sheepdog trials, a petting zoo, pig races, fireworks every night at 9:30pm, and more!

Jet Fuel Soda
7/2 | Music City SF | 1355 Bush St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | Free

An alternative band from Philly that started in 2021. They are releasing their second album soon and this will be their first tour of the west coast.

Thursday 7/3

Downtown Hoedown
7/3 | Front St Entertainment Zone | Front St & California St, SF | 4 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP, All ages

Part of Downtown First Thursdays (DFT). Giddy up and get down with line dancing, live bluegrass and country music, a mechanical bull, a giant disco bison, great bars and more surprises! It’s city-scene meets country-scene a the Downtown Hoedown.

QUEEN OUT Pride
7/3 | Public Works | 161 Erie St, SF | 9 p.m. | $26, 21+

Kick off the extended holiday weekend with part 2 of local hyperpop collective QUEEN OUT’s Pride series. This stacked lineup includes the return of TikTok royalty Prosperity Room by popular demand, newly-engaged trance and Eurodance legends SoFTT, and international genre-transcending icon Cam Girl.

My Fair Lady
7/3-9/13 | San Francisco Playhouse | 450 Post St, SF | 7 p.m. | $20-$79

San Francisco Playhouse presents Lerner and Loewe’s “My Fair Lady.” This Tony Award-winning musical adapted from George Bernard Shaw’s “Pygmalion” follows Eliza Doolittle’s transformation from cockney flower girl to the belle of elegant society under the tutelage of linguistic expert Professor Henry Higgins. What starts out as an innocuous bet blossoms into something more in this loverly musical favorite. My Fair Lady features Lerner and Loewe’s beloved score including “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?,” “The Rain in Spain,” “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “On the Street Where You Live.” 

Kesha and Scissor Sisters
7/3 | Shoreline Amphitheatre | 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 7 p.m. | $30+

The Tits Out Tour is a co-headlining concert tour by American singer and songwriter Kesha, and American band Scissor Sisters. The tour will promote Kesha’s sixth studio album Period (2025), her first on her independent label Kesha Records, and is part of the Scissor Sisters reunion which began in 2024.

Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers
7/3 | East Garden, Yerba Buena Gardens | 3rd St. between Mission and Howard St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free

All the world’s a dance floor when Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers start to play. A bona fide San Francisco institution, Smith has been a YBGF favorite since the 20th century, when she and her Skillet Lickers played a central role in the swing music revival of the 1990s. Smith earned international renown with her dance-inducing West Coast jump blues, Kansas City swing, and Depression-era torch songs, delivered without a hint of nostalgia. Led by ace pianist and arranger Chris Siebert, the Skillet Lickers feature some of the best musicians on the scene, including trombonist Danny Armstrong and drummer Howard Wiley.

SF BONDxBALL Masquerade
7/3 | Temple | 540 Howard St 1st Floor, SF | 9:30 p.m. | $29.96+

Sensory Overload Spectacle! 7 DJ’s. 30+ Hosts/Performers. 6 Areas. 2 Dance Floors. Main Ballroom. Awesome Iconic Venue. VIP Lair. Ball Photo wall. Main Stage Shows. Latex/PVC/Leather Fashion.

Friday 7/4

The Official Fourth of July Pub Crawl & Hot Dog Eating Contest
7/4 & 7/5 | Rick & Roxy’s | 2131 Lombard St, SF | 4 p.m. | $14.23

On Friday, July 4, join the celebration as bars across the Marina District open their doors for drink specials, live DJs, festive fun & a side of friendly (but messy) competition. Whether you’re looking for a pre-fireworks party or just an excuse to hit the town in red, white, and blue, this annual event has something for everyone. Start your Fourth of July festivities at Rick & Roxy’s where you can check in and grab your wristbands and pub crawl maps. Then you can begin exploring a lineup of amazing participating bars including Silver Cloud, White Rabbit, Palm House, The Blue Light & more.

4th of July Fireworks Display
7/4 | Fisherman’s Wharf | 100 Jefferson St, SF | 9:30 p.m. | Free, All ages

We invite you to come down to the waterfront to enjoy the day! A fireworks display will be launched from two barges on the Bay beginning at 9:30 pm— one located at PIER 39 and another located at Aquatic Park. Our neighborhood restaurants, activities, and retail shops in Fisherman’s Wharf WILL be open. 

4th of July Fireworks Spectacular w/ the SF Symphony
7/4 | Shoreline Amphitheatre | 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 7 p.m. | $29.50+

The 37th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular returns to Shoreline Amphitheatre with the San Francisco Symphony and featured soloist and ukulele virtuoso Taimane, bringing the North Shore to Shoreline with sounds of the Hawaiian Islands!

Mare Island Spirit Ship Celebration
7/4 | Mare Island Promenade | 860 Nimitz Ave, Vallejo | 5:30 p.m. | $10

Celebrate the 4th of July with an unforgettable evening on Mare Island, featuring a dazzling drone show illuminating the sky, a tempting array of food trucks offering delicious bites, refreshing beverages, a fun kid’s zone, energizing music by DJ TURN UP, and spellbinding magic by the renowned Magician, Perry Yan – creating a truly magical Independence Day extravaganza perfect for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and layers and settle in for a fun evening for all ages.

DISRUPTION – A Musical Farce
7/4-8/3 | Dolores Park | Dolores St between 18th & 20th, SF | 2 p.m. | Free, $20 Donation suggested

DISRUPTION – A Musical Farce features a four-person cast that includes veteran SF Mime Troupe collective members: Michael Gene Sullivan* (Hector Washington); Alicia M.P. Nelson* (Zubari Macintosh); and features Lizzie Calogero* (Elizabeth); Jed Parsario* (Augie Dimalanta). In a city where nothing is more important than “innovation” Augie – a son of immigrants whose life is all about helping his neighbors navigate an increasingly underfunded system. Meanwhile a tech genius is all about making a city attractive to the right kind of people. Who wouldn’t want that? Soon San Francisco will be a suburb of Silicon Valley – and just in time for the president’s upcoming visit. But if the city is poised to be a calm, efficient paradise why is everything suddenly on… FIRE!

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Old Fashioned 4th of July Parade & Festival

7/4 | Downtown Half Moon Bay | 501 Main St, Half Moon Bay | 10 a.m. | Free

Let the good times roll! The beloved Half Moon Bay Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade returns for its 54th year, filling downtown with a full day of patriotic fun. Main Street will be adorned in red, white, and blue as the community gathers to celebrate Independence Day with a classic small-town flair. 

Life of The Party w/ Dj Drama + Dj Shabazz + Sean G & Drew Banga
7/4 | Crybaby | 1928 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | 10 p.m. | $13.37-$108.64

DJ DRAMA is taking over LIFE OF THE PARTY for the holiday weekend! Whether you’re in town for the night or you’re a beloved local, the life of the party is where you want to be! Turnt sets by the hottest rappers, curated slaps by local DJs, and a hype dance floor!

USS Hornet Steel Beach Party & BBQ
7/4 | USS Hornet | 707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda | 10 a.m. | $38.77

Please join the USS Hornet as we celebrate Independence Day with a big Steel Beach BBQ on the Flight Deck with music, food and beverages! The Flight Deck will be converted into a Steel Beach BBQ Party! We will have music playing, food and non-alcoholic drinks to purchase, tables and chairs, free tours of the Island (normally a $12 charge!), some games for you to play and in the afternoon, a Flyover by the Memorial Squadron! Note: There will be NO Fireworks at the USS Hornet and no alcohol.

Saturday 7/5

Ritmos Tropicosmos
7/5 | Rickshaw Stop | 155 Fell St, SF | 8 p.m. Doors | $15-$20

Ritmos Tropicosmos is a seven-piece psychedelic cumbia group, from Oakland, creating heavy tropical rhythms with an emphasis on live percussion, synthesizers and familial stories put into song. Together in a time-warped crossroads of electric and acoustic instrumentation, Ritmos Tropicosmos stands somewhere within the traditional rhythms of the past and the futuristic soundscapes of The Now.

Fillmore Jazz Festival 2025
7/5-7/6 | Fillmore District | Fillmore St from Jackson to Eddy, SF | 10 a.m. | Free, All ages

Blending art and soul in one of the country’s most unique neighborhoods, the San Francisco Fillmore Jazz Festival is the largest free Jazz festival on the West Coast, drawing over 100,000 visitors over the Independence Day weekend. From sunup to sundown, visitors can groove to the sounds of live music from multiple stages, browse the offerings of over 12 blocks of fine art and crafts and enjoy gourmet food and beverages. Asian to Cajun, paintings to pottery, old favorites and new directions, the San Francisco Fillmore Jazz Festival is rich.

IllUM Block Party w/ Alan Walker + Audien
7/5 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 3 p.m. | $49.50-$162

San Francisco’s premier Independence Day weekend music and arts block party, IllUM, returns to The Midway on July 5th for a night of euphoric melodies, immersive art, and radiant energy. This years lineup features headliner Alan Walker’s Midway debut, Audien’s return after selling out RiDE in 2024, Bonnie X Clyde, Pikajenn, and Minijoy on the main outdoor stage. Plus expect a We Dream Worlds Takeover featuring Seduza, Alvyn, Wada, Chanse, and On The Hunt in RiDE. This year’s lineup and IllUM experience is designed to uplift, inspire, and recharge every attendee. When the music fades, you’ll be ready to take on the world with a renewed sense of joy and connection.

Rodeo Rooftop Day Party
7/5 | Torch Oakland Rooftop Bar | 1630 San Pablo Ave, Oakland | 4 p.m. | $16.65+

Saddle up and meet us on the rooftop for Rodeo Rooftop Party—a sundown celebration with a Southern twist, going down Friday, July 5 at Torch in Oakland. We’re bringing the backyard BBQ energy to the city skyline with DJs spinning hip-hop, R&B, Afrobeats, and country-inspired remixes that’ll keep you two-stepping all night. Expect good drinks, wild vibes, and a rooftop crowd that knows how to ride the rhythm. Cowboy hats, boots, and Southern drip encouraged. Whether you’re fresh off the grill or fresh off the plane, pull up and kick it with the flyest crew in Oakland.

Surge
7/5 | Monarch | 101 6th St, SF | 9 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

We’re bringing an electric blend of house and UK garage to the lounge at Monarch. Dance the night away this holiday weekend to some funky tunes from incredible local artists. SFDJCollective is a crew of local talent spreading love and positive vibrations through the community through music. They consistently host high-energy events and open for top shows across the city. They’ve been saving a few unexpected spin-backs just for tonight. The only thing that lasts longer than a Nokia phone are the good vibes at Surge.

Sunday 7/6

Moshe Kasher & Natasha Leggero: The Endless Honeymoon Podcast Tour
7/6 | Yoshi’s Oakland | 510 Embarcadero W, Oakland | 7 p.m. Doors | $39-$89

Natasha Leggero and Moshe Kasher, married comedians, are using their hilariously hard-won wisdom on relationships and building on their hit Netflix special to help others by offering love advice to callers while simultaneously examining the ups and downs of their own relationship!

Bamba Wassoulou Groove
7/6 | The Freight | 2020 Addison St, Berkeley | 6 p.m. Doors | $34-$39

Bamba Wassoulou Groove, a powerful collective of five musicians, knows the undeniable power of Malian guitars. Their hypnotic, spiraling rhythms effortlessly transport listeners to the vibrant streets and red earth of Mali. The band fuses the traditional with the modern, breathing new life into a genre that remains as potent and original as ever. By blending timeless Bambara classics with fresh compositions, the band ignites the stage with a powerful energy, captivating audiences worldwide. Their music, anchored by psychedelic bluesy electric guitars, intricate solos, and soulful vocals, is a force that propels Mali’s musical legacy into the future. Bamba Wassoulou Groove’s live performances are nothing short of electrifying, resonating deeply with fans while pushing the boundaries of contemporary Malian music.

Emily Rudolph & TK Moyer – Who’s That Live?
7/6 | Cobb’s Comedy Club | 915 Columbus Ave, SF | 7 p.m. | $26, 18+

Whenever you hear “so & so” performing live, most people ask: Who is that? We encourage you to invite some friends (no more than 3), arrive early, order a few drinks, maybe some appetizers, and enjoy the show! Let go of distractions and be present with those around you. We believe laughter has value, and the unexpected laugh is priceless. Our comedians will introduce themselves, share their stories, and entertain you — all they ask is for your support, follow, and share.

Monday 7/7

Heart of the Richmond District Night Market
7/7 | Richmond District | Clement St between 22nd and 25th Ave, SF | 4 p.m. | Free, All Ages

We’re back for our second year of the Heart of the Richmond District Night Market — a vibrant, family-friendly series that celebrates the culture, small businesses, and community spirit of the Richmond District!

Dark Alleys Darkwave Bowling
7/7 | Mission Bowling Club | 3176 17th St, SF | 6 p.m. | $10-$12, 21+

DJs Tom Axe, Zlaya, Polly Eurethane & friends play all your favorite dark alt jams of the past & present while you enjoy an evening of free bowling with your Ghoulfriends! After Party at Death Guild!

The Week of 7/8-7/14

Tuesday 7/8

The Weeknd w/ Playboi Carti + Mike Dean
7/8 & 7/9 | Levi’s Stadium | 4900 Marie P Debartolo Way, Santa Clara | 7 p.m. | $39.50-$299.50

The After Hours ’til Dawn Stadium Tour is the seventh concert tour by Canadian singer-songwriter the Weeknd, in support of his fourth, fifth, and sixth studio albums, After Hours (2020), Dawn FM (2022), and Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025).

Mikaela Davis, Lily Seabird
7/8 | Cafe du Nord | 2174 Market St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $27.27, 21+

Five years since her debut album Delivery, Mikaela Davis has moved away from her hometown of Rochester, shared the stage with the likes of Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Christian McBride, Bon Iver, Lake Street Dive, and Circles Around the Sun and entered a new decade. But it’s the ever-evolving relationships between her closest friends and bandmates that has propelled the Hudson Valley-based artist onto her new album And Southern Star––a truly collaborative effort that ruminates on the choices we make, and the people we always come back to. Navigating the periphery of past selves, the coexistence of isolation and excitement in a new environment and the tension of growing away from what we thought we wanted is tackled with a luscious, kaleidoscopic grace. And Southern Star picks apart the reflection we used to recognize, while trying to build a new one. 

Agustín Fuentes with Rose Eveleth – Sex Is a Spectrum
7/8 | Book Passage San Francisco | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 6 p.m. | Free

Being human entails an astonishingly complex interplay of biology and culture, and while there are important differences between women and men, there is a lot more variation and overlap than we may realize. Sex Is a Spectrum offers a bold new paradigm for understanding the biology of sex, drawing on the latest science to explain why the binary view of the sexes is fundamentally flawed—and why having XX or XY chromosomes isn’t as conclusive as some would have us believe.

Wednesday 7/9

Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet
7/9 | Cobb’s Comedy Club | 915 Columbus Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $38.20+

Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet is a critically acclaimed comedy podcast featuring dramatic readings of the internet’s wildest one-star reviews. Hailed by Vulture as “a giggly treat in tense modern times,” the show follows siblings Xandy and Christine as they dig into reviews of your favorite local hotspots. From nude beaches with too much nudity, to caves with no cell service, no complaint is too petty–and no review too ridiculous.

Free Art Workshop: Altar Diorama
7/9 | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | 701 Mission St, SF | 2 p.m. | Free w/ Registration

Create art inspired by programs at YBCA in this series of drop-in art workshops for participants of all ages. Each workshop will explore different practices and art-making methods. Materials will be provided, and participants will be able to take their artwork home as a souvenir. Honor someone you love who passed by creating an altar diorama in their memory. This workshop is inspired by Malaya Tuyay’s public art What is Legacy Without Liberation, located at YBCA’s Wavy Wall on Third Street. The mural acts as an altar where people in the community are invited to share about their loved ones who have passed and their relationship to their grief.

Jerry Rocha: Cancer Culture
7/9 | Punch Line San Francisco | 444 Battery St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $29+

What happens when a comedian that loves to play video games has to start the hardest game he’s ever played at Level 4? You end up with Cancer Culture, a show talking about one of the funniest things out there: Cancer. In 2021, comedian Jerry Rocha (Netflix, Conan, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing) was diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer. During the past two years while fighting this awful disease, Jerry found himself trying to make light of the ordeal that he and countless others suffer through and now he’s ready to bring that hour of tragedy, humor and hope in Cancer Culture.

Thursday 7/10

Van Goat / John Brothers Piano Company
7/10 | Rickshaw Stop | 155 Fell St, SF | 7:45 p.m. | $20.98

“Oakland’s Van Goat breathes a healthy dose of punk rock into swing by stripping it down, raw and so energetic that you’ll want to upstage your granddaddy on the dance floor.” – Good Times Santa Cruz

An Evening with Legend Zeppelin
7/10 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $31.91

LEGEND ZEPPELIN returns to The Chapel in San Francisco Thursday July 10th! Time travel back to the early club days of Led Zeppelin in 1969/1970 for a one-of-a-kind LIVE experience of inspired, improvised contemporary blues and psychedelic rock!

Friday 7/11

Riff Rumble Comedy!
7/11 | Go With The Good | 1769 15th St, SF | 6:45 p.m. | $10.38+

Welcome to Riff Rumble, where the laughs come from the worst ideas imaginable! Watch as comics riff on hilarious topics they’ve never seen before—all completely live and improvised. Think you’ve got a funny premise? Add it to our bucket, but no pressure—participation is totally optional. That’s not all! There are 4 more comedians onstage, each with their own microphone, and they get to talk during the set, adding to the fun. It’s a fast paced, high energy comedy show that will keep you laughing the entire time.

Illenium
7/11 & 7/12 | Bill Graham Civic Auditorium | 99 Grove St, SF | 8 p.m. | $110.50

Illenium returns to Bill Graham Civic Auditorium two back-to-back weekends for four nights, July 11 + 12 and July 18 + 19! The American musician, DJ, music producer, and songwriter is known for creating innovative tracks that blend trap, future bass, and dubstep. Illenium’s music is cinematic, anthemic, and often lyrically personal, covering themes such as love, heartbreak, and rage.

Chinatown Night Market
7/11 | Chinatown | Grant Ave & Sacramento St, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Join us the 2nd Friday of the month (May through October) for the Chinatown Night Market! Enjoy 5 blocks of entertainment and food on Grant Avenue, as well as 2 blocks of games and seating on Waverly. This event helps support local businesses and restore San Francisco’s Chinatown as a premiere nightlife destination. Join us to ensure that this community keeps thriving for generations to come!

From The E: Excelsior Night Market
7/11 | Norton St Parking Lot | 20 Norton St, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

Come join us at the Excelsior Night Market for a night of food, fun, and community vibes! This is the place to be for unique crafts, entertainment and live music. Explore the diverse offerings from local vendors and connect with your neighbors in a fun family-friendly environment.

Wobbleland 2025
7/11 & 7/12 | Cow Palace | 2600 Geneva Ave, Daly City | 5 p.m. | $99-$199

SF – we are back and bringing our BIGGEST Wobbleland yet to the Cow Palace with Bassrush. Expect two massive nights of bass, featuring your favorite heavy hitters on July 11 & 12. 

Saturday 7/12

MORF Concert at Solar Punk Farms
7/12 | Solar Punk Farms | 15015 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville | 2 p.m. | $39.19

Just as music heals the soul, permaculture heals the planet — nurturing both people and ecosystems through sustainable practices. with music as our universal language, we aim to spark a cultural shift in how we grow, share, and find joy through food, art & nature.

Daybreaker SF
7/12 | Saint Joseph’s Art Society | 1401 Howard St, SF | 10 a.m. | $29-$50

Join us on Sat, July 12th for a dope daytime rave in a cathedral-turned-art-temple at Saint Joseph’s. Expect an amazing sound system, incredible music, lots of happy humans, and fun surprises. See you at Daybreaker and don’t forget to grab a ticket.

Macy Gray
7/12 | Palace of Fine Arts | 3301 Lyon St, SF | 8 p.m. |
 $66.75+

Macy Gray is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her debut studio album “On How Life Is”. Macy Gray is known for her distinctive raspy voice and a singing style heavily influenced by Billie Holiday.

David Spade
7/12 | Mountain Winery | 14831 Pierce Rd, Saratoga | 8 p.m. | $$67.77+

David Spade began his career by performing stand-up comedy in clubs, theaters and colleges across the country. He made his television debut on SNL and was soon after named the “Hot Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” by Rolling Stone Magazine. As a writer and a performer on SNL for five years, he is best known for his memorable characters including the sarcastic “Hollywood Minute” reporter on “Weekend Update” and catch phrases like “And you are?” and “Buh-Bye!”

The Basement Yard
7/12 | The Masonic | 1111 California St, SF | 8 p.m. | $53+

A podcast hosted by lifelong friends Joe Santagato & Frank Alvarez.

Pacific Feats Festival
7/12-7/13 | Shoreline Amphitheatre | 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 2 p.m. | $67.70+

Pacific Feats Festival is an annual celebration that showcases the vibrant culture and rich traditions of the Pacific region. Transforming America’s technology capital into the ultimate Island Market, the Pacific Feats Festival is a dynamic multi-day celebration of Pasifika culture, innovation, and artistry. Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity through cutting-edge technology, thrilling sports showcases, captivating tatau exhibitions, cultural performances, and a star-studded lineup of Pasifika artists. Discover a vibrant marketplace featuring the best of Pasifika-inspired merchandise, retail, art, and food. Enjoy unique offerings like kava, CBD products, and an array of goods from nonprofit vendors spanning the globe. Celebrate the richness of Pacific culture with immersive experiences and unforgettable moments at the Pacific Feats Festival!

Closing Party! ICONS UNCOVERED: Rare, Raw Photos of Punk & Rock Legends
7/12 | Punk Majesty | 1124 Sutter St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

The clock is ticking on ICONS UNCOVERED, the must-see photo exhibit featuring never-before-seen images by legendary punk and glam rock documentarian Leee Black Childers. This collection reveals rare, behind-the-scenes images of icons like Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Debbie Harry, Lou Reed, Billy Idol, Siouxsie, Johnny Thunders, and the Sex Pistols—moments that have never been publicly shown until now.

Sunday 7/13

Violent Femmes
7/13 | The Meritage Resort and Spa | 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa | 5:30 p.m. Doors | $61.50+

Violent Femmes formed in 1981 as an acoustic punk band playing on the streets of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their main influences at that time were Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps and The Velvet Underground. Their goal was to rock harder than any other acoustic act on the planet. Violent Femmes eponymous debut album became the first and only album in Billboard history to enter the charts with a platinum certification- eight years after its release. Over the ensuing three decades, the Femmes became a mainstay of festivals, clubs, and theaters in more than 20 countries worldwide. Their raw sound and honest lyrical perspective has been cited as an influence by artists as diverse as Pink, Keith Urban, The Smiths, The Pixies, John Cusack, Mark Morris, and Wim Wenders. More than 40 years into their careers, Violent Femmes continue to attract young audiences on tour, create lasting music, and inspire people of all ages.

Ferry Fest
7/13 | Ferry Building | 1 Ferry Building, SF | 11 a.m. | Free w/ RSVP, All ages

Noise Pop and SF Ferry Building present Ferry Fest 2025, a new music festival celebration for the 127th birthday of SF’s most beloved landmark! Get ready for a full day of live music from Bay Area musicians, plus shopping and family fun in all your favorite shops, bars and eateries. 

HAVE: Home, Art, Vintage, Entertainment
7/13| Broadway Studios | 435 Broadway, SF | 11 a.m. | Free, All ages

Part marketplace, part mini-festival, part love letter to San Francisco — HAVE is your new favorite Sunday plan. We’re taking over the historic Broadway Studios in North Beach for a one-day cultural mashup of vintage treasures, local art, live entertainment, and all the good vibes you didn’t know you were missing.

Monday 7/14

Bastille Day Celebration
7/14 | 7Social | 65 Post St, SF | 7 p.m. | $25-$35

This year, join us at our neighbor venue 7Social and step back in time to Les Années Folles with immersive visuals, specialty cocktails, and live jazz. Le Jazz Hot Quartet brings to the stage all the passion and sizzle of the French jazz style created by guitarist Jean “Django” Reinhardt of the world famous Hot Club de France, Paris circa 1920. Featuring band leader Paul Mehling (solo guitar, vocals), Isabelle Fontaine (rhythm guitar, vocals), Evan Price (violin), and Dexter William (bass). Festive wear (tri-color, vintage Parisian, etc) is encouraged but not required – enter our costume contest for a chance to win a 1 year individual membership to Mechanics’ Institute ($150 value)!

Morgan Jay
7/14 | Lagunitas Brewing Company | 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma | 4:30 p.m. Doors | Free w/ RSVP

Morgan Jay is a musician and comedian based in Los Angeles. Along with winning numerous awards and festivals across the country he’s become a fixture on social media with his viral tiktoks and instagram posts. Morgan has made appearances on MTV’s Wild n Out, NBC, and Comedy Central. In addition, Morgan was a featured comedian at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal as a new face of comedy.

The Week of 7/15-7/21

Tuesday 7/15

Rakim
7/15-7/16 | Yoshi’s Oakland | 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland | 7 p.m. Doors | $69-$125

In the history of the Hip-Hop, few artists have had as great an impact on the development and progression of the art forms lyrical style as Rakim Allah. Universally referenced as one of the Masters of the Microphone and an influence and inspiration to his peers and followers alike, Rakim first exploded onto the scene with the release of iconic Eric B. is President in 1986 with longtime collaborator Eric B. The single marked a turning point in the Rap world – raising the bar for future emcees and revolutionizing the way rhymes are delivered to this day. No serious discussion of the music’s greatest performers is held without a deferential accounting of his achievements, and no serious rap artist grips a microphone without channeling some of his legend. Rakim’s intricately intellectual lyrics draw their force from his worldly experience, inner faith and progressive contemplation; his liquid and seemingly effortless delivery – often imitated but still unrivaled – from a fire fueled by a deep understanding of not just Hip-Hop, but also the Jazz and R&B influences that have surrounded his family since his youth. 

The 4411
7/15 | Bottom of the Hill | 1233 17th St, SF | 8 p.m. | $16-$20, All ages

The 4411, an Austin TX based indie folk band comprised of two lifelong best friends Tomas Gerlach (Drummer) Cogan McBride (Singer). Shortly after moving in together while in college the duo wrote and released “As You Please” which quickly inspired the rest of their debut EP We Killed the Sun that came out on June 28th. 

The Coronas
7/15 | Cornerstone | 2367 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley | 8 p.m. | $33.43-$40.12, All ages

Today The Coronas celebrate the rare feat of four number ones in a row, with their eighth studio album, Thoughts & Observations, soaring to the top of the Irish album charts one week after its release. Although technically a three-piece, with Danny O’Reilly on vocals, piano and guitar, Graham Knox on bass and Conor Egan on drums, the band embraced the talents of their touring supergroup on this album with Lar Kaye (All Tvvins) on guitar, Cian MacSweeney (True Tides) on saxophone and Roisin O on backing vocals. Produced by Grammy award-winning, long-time collaborator, George Murphy (Mumford and Sons, The Specials, Ellie Goulding) Thoughts & Observations is at times anthemic, at times delicate, but always authentic and full of emotion.

Wednesday 7/16

Movie Music of Hans Zimmer
7/16-7/18 | Davies Symphony Hall & Frost Amphitheater | 201 Van Ness Ave, SF & 351 Lasuen Mall, Stanford | 7:30 p.m. | $30-$199

Sarah Hicks conducts an evening of unforgettable movie music from legendary film composer Hans Zimmer, featuring selections from the scores to The Lion King, The Pirates of the Caribbean, Batman: The Dark Knight, Gladiator, and more. (Please note: this concert does not contain film clips.)

Frankie and the Witch Fingers
7/16 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 8 p.m. | $33.14, All ages

Los Angeles psych-punk shapeshifters Frankie and the Witch Fingers have spent the last decade mutating their sound into bold, electrifying new forms. Their latest release, Trash Classic (via Greenway Records and The Reverberation Appreciation Society), plunges into a sewer-slick fusion of proto-punk venom, fractured new wave, and industrial grime. Brimming with wiry synths, angular melodies, and grooves that squirm and bite, it’s all delivered with a sly, playful wink. Fueled by relentless global touring and a fierce DIY ethos, the band has shared stages with OFF!, Ty Segall, Oh Sees, Cheap Trick, and ZZ Top, cementing their place as one of the most unforgettable live acts around. Frankie and the Witch Fingers continue to morph, dragging listeners into whatever warped direction their experimental journey takes next.

Free Art Workshop: Sculpting Memories
7/16 | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | 701 Mission St, SF | 2 p.m. | Free w/ Registration

Create art inspired by programs at YBCA in this series of drop-in art workshops for participants of all ages. Each workshop will explore different practices and art-making methods. Materials will be provided, and participants will be able to take their artwork home as a souvenir. Memorialize someone you love who passed by creating a special sculpture in their honor–a vessel for treasured memories. This workshop is inspired by Malaya Tuyay’s public art What is Legacy Without Liberation, located at YBCA’s Wavy Wall on Third Street. The mural acts as an altar where people in the community are invited to share about their loved ones who have passed and their relationship to their grief.

Thursday 7/17

Pete Escovedo: The California Art Tour Reception
7/17 | The Grand Gallery Oakland | 560 2nd St, Oakland | 4 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP

His 90th Birthday, Kicks Off “Pete Escovedo: The California Art Tour” Unveiling His Paintings in Oakland, CA – Pete Escovedo, a globally celebrated musician and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, is preparing to unveil a lesser-known side of his artistry through his California Art Tour, a remarkable traveling exhibition showcasing his vibrant and personal collection of paintings.

Spontaneous Hitchcock: An Improvised Thriller in the Style of the Master of Suspense!
7/17-7/20 & 7/24-7/27 | Lesher Center for the Arts | 1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek | 8:15 p.m. | $27

Murder, madness, and mystery combine to weave a chilling tapestry of terror in Synergy Theater’s Spontaneous Hitchcock! Stuffed like a corpse with innocence accused, loyalty betrayed, sanity tested, and more twists and turns than a high-speed car chase in the dead of night on a mountain pass, this hysterical homage to Sir Alfred Hitchcock – completely improvised and all based on your suggestions – will keep you in stitches from the first creaking floorboard to the final shovel of dirt. So, fix Mother’s make up and bring her along to Spontaneous Hitchcock: An Improvised Thriller in the Style of the Master of Suspense!

Dark Satellite + Lady Starbeast + The Troubs
7/17 | Ivy Room | 860 San Pablo Ave, Albany | 8 p.m. | $15, 21+

Dark Satellite’s three members grew up playing different styles, coming together to form a one-of-a-kind band with a coalescence of riffs and song structures. Mixing various types of rock genres, blues, jazz and experimental indie progressions results in their own unique aesthetic and wall of sound. Come celebrate Ilana (Lady Starbeast’s) birthday!! Defying traditional genre and embodying idiosyncrasy, Oakland-based dark pop artists Ilana Magill, Marc Martell, and MJ Gurule join forces to form the project Lady Starbeast. Ilana is the songwriter and vocalist; Marc creates the instrumentation; and together they record and produce. Ilana combines sultry, powerful vocals with operatic background harmonies, dark, eerie and intricate melodies and a wild, irreverent spirit. Her lyrical content explores the introspective particularities of mental health, while using a broad lens to remark on the human condition. Marc’s dramatic electro-pop instrumentation gives the listener a glimpse into the inner workings of their minds and hearts, making for a raucous and haunting experience.

The Heat Will Kill Everything
7/17-7/19 | Brava Theater | 2781 24th St, SF | 7 p.m. | Pay what you can

The Heat Will Kill Everything is a powerful new one-person play that stands at the intersection of theater and fiction, weaving a deeply human story within a landscape scarred by climate change. At its heart is Leeden, a middle-aged Black professor of Black Studies whose life is shattered when his daughter, Asha, vanishes during a catastrophic climate event. As the police officially search for Asha, Leeden embarks on a solitary harrowing journey, navigating a world where the environment’s relentless fury mirrors his own internal tumult. Through visceral storytelling and poignant reflection, the play grapples with the intersections of race, masculinity, and the brutal reality of a world pushed to the brink. The Heat Will Kill Everything challenges audiences to examine the ways in which personal and environmental crises intertwine, leaving no one untouched.

Rooftop Radio: KEXP
7/17 | SFMOMA | 151 3rd St, SF | 6 p.m. | $30-$40, 21+

KEXP, the beloved listener-powered independent radio station born in Seattle and now also broadcasting from the Bay Area, has good vibes and music in store for you at this episode of Rooftop Radio. Take in a B2B (back-to-back) DJ set by Kelley Stoltz and Gabriel Lopez, hosts of Vinelands, KEXP’s San Francisco–based radio show highlighting Bay Area music. Then, enjoy a live performance by SPELLLING, the Oakland-based rising star of experimental pop who just released her new album, Portrait of My Heart, earlier this year.

Friday 7/18

Mating Ritual
7/18 | Cafe du Nord | 2174 Market St, SF | 9 p.m. | $27.27, 21+

You’ve probably heard a song the Mating Ritual brothers have written, even if you don’t know it. After amassing more than 150 million streams between their various bands and solo projects, prolific siblings Ryan Ritual and Suede James are back together after a 4 year break with Shangri-blah, their sixth and decidedly most “rock” record to date. Trading in synths and drum machines for acoustics and pedal steel, Shangri-blah is an epic album that touches on all the band’s established sounds while adding a few more to the canon.

San Francisco Cocktail History Tour
7/18 | Transamerica Pyramid | 600 Montgomery St, SF | 2:30 p.m. | $55 

Learn about San Francisco’s cocktail history as we share stories, a short walk, and a sip. We’ll meet near the original city shoreline where gold miners and the liquor to supply them were unloaded from ships. We’ll talk about bars inside of boats, cocktail muddlers made of gold, and the opulent saloons of the late 1800s. We’ll walk to the site of SF’s first famous drink, the Pisco Punch, and learn about its suspected secret ingredient. In the original red light district, we’ll discuss the great earthquake and fire of 1906 that destroyed almost all of the city and copies of its most famous bartender’s cocktail book. We’ll discuss how Prohibition did and did not impact the quantity of alcohol consumed, though the quality may have suffered. We’ll walk the strip where the post-war boom brought sailors seeking sin, and talk about the birth of tiki and Trader Vic’s Mai Tai. We’ll end our tour in a stunning 1907 saloon that still serves some of the best drinks in town and share a small cocktail in celebration of our journey.

Culture RenAIssance: A Hip-Hop x A.I. Symposium
7/18 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 6 p.m. | $61.80, 18+

Step into the future of Hip-Hop at Culture RenAIssance, a first-of-its-kind symposium exploring the intersection of Hip-Hop and Artificial Intelligence. Presented by SF Hip-Hop, this thought-provoking evening will feature keynote speaker Rakim, one of the most influential voices in music history, as he shares insights on culture, creativity, and the future of music in the age of AI.

Fort Mason Night Market
7/18 | Fort Mason | 2 Marina Blvd, SF | 4 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP, All ages

This outdoor market transforms the historic FMCAC campus into a dynamic showcase of local artisans, cuisine, and entertainment. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., this free public event combines the San Francisco Bay Area’s premier craft vendors with outstanding food offerings against a backdrop of stunning waterfront views.

Saturday 7/19

Mosswood Meltdown 2025
7/19-7/20 | Mosswood Park | 3612 Webster St, Oakland | 12 p.m. | $65-$219

Oakland’s beloved festival Mosswood Meltdown is returning July 19th and 20th, 2025 to Mosswood Park. Acts include DEVO, Osees, Kreayshawn, and more, and of course, the festival would not be complete without the inimitable and esteemed John Waters, who celebrates his 11th year as host in 2025. This is a weekend not to be missed!

My Chemical Romance: Long Live The Black Parade
7/19 | Oracle Park | 24 Willie Mays Plaza, SF | 6 p.m. | $134+

My Chemical Romance will be performing their seminal 2006 album The Black Parade in its entirety, celebrating its upcoming 20th anniversary.

Toad The Wet Sprocket
7/19 | The UC Theatre | 2036 University Ave, Berkeley | 7 p.m. Doors | $70.50+

Toad the Wet Sprocket, the beloved alternative rock band from Santa Barbara, California, first captured audiences in the late 1980s with their heartfelt lyrics and melodic sound. Rising to prominence with albums like Fear (1991) and Dulcinea (1994), they became known for hits such as “Walk on the Ocean,” “All I Want,” and “Good Intentions.” Their ability to blend introspective songwriting with catchy, folk-influenced rock has cemented them as a lasting presence in the music world.

Trumer Brewery Summerfest 2025
7/19 | Trumer Taproom | 1404 Fourth St, Berkeley | 11 a.m. | $10.38+, 21+

Get ready for an unforgettable Summerfest at Trumer Brewery! Saturday, July 19th, we’re going all out with live sets by DJ D Sharp (Golden State Warriors’ official DJ) and Grand-O aka the Bay Area’s Snack Sensei, exclusive Trumer beers, mouthwatering bites, and custom swag screen-printed by our friends San Franpsycho. You don’t want to miss this!

Parks4All: Brewfest 2025
7/19 | Civil War Parade Ground, Presidio | Graham St, SF | 12 p.m. | $55.20+

Sip your way through a curated lineup of local breweries offering unlimited tastings—including gluten-free and non-alcoholic options. If you’re looking for a beer tasting San Francisco experience, this is it. It’s the perfect place for beer lovers to explore new flavors while soaking in the scenery. Bring a blanket, your favorite snacks, and your crew—furry friends welcome (on leashes, please!). Or treat yourself to bites from delicious Presidio food trucks and vendors at the Presidio Pop Up nearby. Unwind with performances by Combo Tezeta, The SoulShake and Sam Johnson Live, and enjoy outdoor activities that capture the laid-back energy of a perfect San Francisco summer day. Browse goods from local artisans and merchants offering handmade, eco-conscious products that reflect the community of the Bay Area. With nature walks, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re 5 or 95. This is a family friendly beer event San Francisco.

SF Hip-Hop Festival 2025
7/19 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 1 p.m. | $43.26+

Join us for the first-ever SF Hip-Hop Festival, an all-day celebration of Hip-Hop culture, community, and creativity. Held across three stages at The Midway, the event features a powerful lineup of legendary and rising artists, live DJs, cultural conversations, art activations, food vendors, and streetwear. With performances by Tha Dogg Pound (30th Anniversary of Dogg Food), Digable Planets, Souls of Mischief, Mix Master Mike, and many more. Plus, local food and retail vendors, community organizations, and interactive programming throughout the day. Celebrate the legacy and future of Hip-Hop in the Bay Area and beyond. This is more than a concert—this is a cultural movement.

Caamp
7/19 | Greek Theatre | 2001 Gayley Rd, Berkeley | 6 p.m. Doors | $78.15

Acclaimed folk-rock band Caamp hits the road in 2025! The band recently released their brand new EP, Somewhere, their first collection of new music since 2022. The EP captures the band’s signature warmth and introspective storytelling while exploring themes of love, change, nostalgia, and letting go.

Sunday 7/20

Puzzle Challenge
7/20 | 81st Avenue Library | 1021 81st Ave, Oakland | 2 p.m. | Free

Join us for the Summer Puzzle Challenge, a jigsaw puzzle series open to all ages and abilities! Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or trying it for the first time, you are all welcome here. We’re excited to offer a variety of puzzles: for kids, people with dementia, and for those who like numerous pieces. Form teams or work solo as you listen to relaxing music and engage your mind. 

Maoli
7/20 | The Warfield | 982 Market St, SF | 8 p.m. | $61.38+

Maoli, referred to as Hawaii and Polynesia’s No. 1 independent commercial recording artist, has transcended borders with their extraordinary talent, capturing the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide. The band, which is fronted by Glenn Awong, formed in 2007 and has since performed across the U.S., New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific.

Mustard Service
7/20 | Rickshaw Stop | 155 Fell St, SF | 8 p.m. | $20-$25, All ages

Mustard Service is an indie rock band based in Miami, Florida. Self-described as “zest pop”, the band’s music draws influences from rock, surf, jazz, funk, and bossa nova, while also infusing Cuban, Uruguayan, Argentinian and Mexican flavors into their unique sound. The three-piece lineup features Marco Rivero Ochoa on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Leo Cattani on keyboard, and Adam Perez on drums. Their Latin heritage is deeply embedded in their sound, with many of their songs featuring Spanish lyrics and vibrant Latin rhythms. Produced and engineered by Chad Copelin, “Big Time” boasts a feel-good, sun-soaked vibe, with jangly guitars and vocals that channel the infectious energy of The Strokes. Its catchy, carefree melody is perfectly complemented by a prominent, bouncy bassline that gives the track an effortlessly cool, groove-driven charm.

Monday 7/21

M. Ward & The Undertakers Summer Tour 2025
7/21 | Bimbo’s 365 Club | 1025 Columbus Ave, SF | 8 p.m. | $46.36, 21+

M. Ward is an American singer-songwriter, Grammy nominated producer and guitarist whose solo work is a mixture of folk and blues-inspired Americana analog recordings. 

Trivia Night
7/21 | Saluhall SF | 945 Market St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free

Trivia masters, first-timers, and everyone in between – join us for Monday Night Trivia with Geeks Who Drink! Test your knowledge on every topic under the sun, whether you’re a pop culture specialist, a history buff, or an expert in something else entirely, you’ll have your time to shine.

Ben Kweller
7/21 | The Independent | 628 Divisadero St, SF | 8 p.m. | $32.42, 21+

BK is back and he’s not the same. Who could be after the heartbreak he’s endured since the sudden passing of his 16-year-old son. Instead of hiding away, the beloved indie-rocker is walking through the fire of grief with intention and purpose. This unimaginable journey has led him to his seventh album, Cover The Mirrors, and his current tour. Kweller has been an open book throughout his illustrious career. His songs hold a nostalgic quality that takes you to a time and a place, happy or sad. He’s also one of the rare few who can translate his recordings into captivating concerts that keep his fans coming back again and again. If you’ve never seen BK live before, the Cover The Mirrors Tour is sure to be his most heartfelt and joyous live show yet. This is a chance for old and new fans to come together and witness one of the great songwriters at his creative peak.

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