Best Bay Area Events 7/2-7/22

Happy Birthday, Brother and America!

by Vanessa Gil, Arts & Events Editor

 Happy 4th of July! And a very happy birthday to Brother! His band, Eureka Sound, recently filmed with Sugarshack Sessions and the first clip was released this week. His band will be playing at Hopmonk in Sebastopol later this month (see below for the date.) As far as other events go, here’s what I’m excited for the week of 7/2 and beyond.

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Tuesday, 7/2

Copa America | BRAZIL vs. COLOMBIA
7/2 | Levi’s Stadium | 4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara | 7 p.m. | $155+

Copa America 2024 – Group D match Brazil v Colombia. Brazil is a nine-time champion of CONMEBOL Copa América.

Cage The Elephant, Bakar
7/2 | Bill Graham Civic Auditorium | 99 Grove St, SF | 6 p.m. Doors | $89.50, All ages

Cage The Elephant, the GRAMMY® Award winning rock band mark their return with the release of their sixth studio album, Neon Pill. The new album finds the Kentucky-bred six piece forging new musical ground, while maintaining their uncompromising creativity and wildly cathartic performances. 

Wednesday, 7/3

Yerin Baek, Jonny, ChiHeon – “THE VOLUNTEERS”
7/3 | Cornerstone | 2367 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley | 7:30 p.m. | $42.50

The Volunteers (더 발룬티어스 as known as TVT) is an alternative rock band based in Seoul, South Korea. TVT composes of Yerin Baek 백예린 (vocal and guitar), Jonny 조니 (guitar), and Chiheon 치헌 (drums).

New Kids On the Block: MAGIC SUMMER TOUR 2024
7/3 | Shoreline Amphitheatre | One Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 7 p.m. | $39.95-$499.95

Step by step, ooh baby! New Kids On The Block is throwing the year’s biggest nostalgia-infused summer bash! Reimagining their smash tour from the good ol’ days of the ’90s, the band is bringing back the Magic Summer Tour for a massive outdoor run in 2024. The trek will see the band performing their greatest hits, fan favorites, and a bunch of magical surprises along the way.

Thursday, 7/4

Downtown First Thursdays: 4th of July
7/4 |  2nd Street between Market and Howard Streets, SF | 5 p.m. | Free

A FREE street party bringing live music, all-ages activities, DJs, drag, outdoor bars, food trucks, and the biggest disco ball west of the Mississippi to 2nd Street. The July 4 edition of DFT will feature Special Guest Performers Coco and Breezy, a Glow in the Dark Parade at 9:00pm, and a hot dog eating contest hosted by local drag legend Peaches Christ.

4th of July Pub Crawl + Hot Dog Eating Contest
7/4 | Del Mar SF | 2125 Lombard St, SF | 4 p.m. | $12-$25, 21+

This isn’t just any old pub crawl. Oh no, my friends, this is the Fourth of July Pub Crawl, which means we’re turning up the heat with drink specials that’ll make you wanna do the happy dance all night long. Plus, we’ve got DJs spinning the hottest tracks, so you can bust a move and dance the night away like nobody’s watching.

36th Annual 4th Of July Fireworks Spectacular w/ the SF Symphony
7/4 | Shoreline Amphitheatre | One Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 7 p.m. | $25-$99.50

Conductor Edwin Outwater and the SF Symphony fill the night air with a lineup of favorite American classics. Vocalist Jessica Vosk defies gravity in a celebration of heroes, featuring songs from Wicked and more. The evening concludes with a grand finale of spectacular fireworks!

4th of July @ the USS Hornet!
7/4 | USS Hornet Museum | 707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda | 10 a.m. | $20-$35

The 4th of July is always a great day on the USS Hornet! We have some great music lined up this year-from Nashville Honeymoon! They are a special brand of California Honkeytonk, playing modernized versions of 50s and 60s country songs! Lots of great food and beverage options (including 2 no host bars) this year at multiple stations around the Hangar Bay. 

Friday, 7/5

James Kennedy
7/5 | Temple | 540 Howard St, SF | 10 p.m. | $20, 21+

Known for his dynamic sets and magnetic stage presence, James Kennedy will be spinning the hottest beats to keep the party going all night long. As part of our July 4th Weekend festivities, this event promises to be unforgettable.

Cameron Esposito
7/5-7/6 | Cobb’s Comedy Club | 915 Columbus Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $35.25, 18+

Cameron Esposito is a standup comic, actor and writer who has appeared across television and film and, most recently, in print in the New York Times. You may also know Cameron from her popular interview podcast, Queery. Her first book, Save Yourself, was published in March 2020 from Hachette/Grand Central Publishing.

Saturday, 7/6

IllUM Block Party w/ Alesso, AC Slater + more
7/6 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 2 p.m. | $49-$140, 21+

Get ready to ignite the skies at IllUM, The Midway’s annual fourth of July Block Party celebration featuring headliner Alesso and a special extended Body Hi set, plus more exciting talent! Join us as we transform the streets into a pulsating playground of beats and light, featuring multiple stages, food trucks, stunning visual art, and much more. 

FUNDAY Rooftop Sessions
7/6 | The Third Floor @ The Jay Hotel | 433 Clay St, SF | 2 p.m. | Free before 3:30 w/ RSVP

Get ready for a day filled with music, fun, and good vibes. Join us for an unforgettable experience under the sun with great beats and even better company. Don’t miss out on this chance to dance, relax, and enjoy the view from the top.

Get Free Fest
7/6 | Yerba Buena Gardens | 750 Howard St, SF | 1 p.m. | Free, All ages

After a week of euphoria, healing and celebration, the 5th Annual Get Free Festival culminates at Yerba Buena Gardens with Timing is Synchronicity, a playfully inventive interdisciplinary performance that intertwines street dance battle culture, live music, spoken word and improvisation. The annual street dance festival is rooted in the artistry of freestyling, experimental battling, healing through community practices and love for Black social dance and the Bay Area street dance community. Get Free takes the party out of the theater and into the Gardens.

YG
7/6 | Fox Theater | 1807 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | 7 p.m. Doors | $59.50

YG is an American rapper from Compton, California. He released his debut mixtape 4Fingaz in 2008, and its follow-up, The Real 4Fingaz the following year.

Alex Cruz w/ Justin Waves
7/6 | Public Works | 161 Erie St, SF | 9:30 p.m. | $20

Alex’s true aim is to make the world a better place by bringing depth, love, and joy through music to as many hearts as possible. When music that stems from a place of such humble, selfless authenticity is met with the skillful mind and touch of such a talented artist, the palpable results are undeniable, powerful, and universal.

IllUM Block Party w/ Alesso
7/6 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 2 p.m. | $49-$140

Get ready to ignite the skies at IllUM, The Midway’s annual fourth of July Block Party celebration featuring headliner Alesso and a special extended Body Hi set, plus more exciting talent TBA. Join us as we transform the streets into a pulsating playground of beats and light, featuring multiple stages, food trucks, stunning visual art, and much more.

Sunday, 7/7

Mosswood Meltdown 2024
7/6&7/7 | Mosswood Park | 3612 Webster St, Oakland | 12 p.m. | $99-$279

The festival  features a very rare (and highly-anticipated!) set from The B-52s, Bay Area mainstays Hunx and his Punx, the iconic Big Freedia, Redd Kross, Pure Hell playing their first west coast show in over 30 years, Gibby Haynes and the Paul Green Rock Academy performing songs by the Butthole Surfers, Bush Tetras, and more. And of course, the festival would not be complete without the inimitable and esteemed John Waters, who celebrates his 10th year as host in 2024.

Monday, 7/8

Cabaret: The Burlesque Musical
7/8 | DNA Lounge | 375 11th St, SF | 8 p.m. | $10-$15, 18+

Willkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome! The Weimar Vamp invites you to a racy, risque evening at the Kit Kat Club! Monday Night Hubba is the perfect way to start your week sexy: with cocktails, tease, comedy and a more intimate experience than Hubba’s big monthly extravaganzas! 

The Week of 7/9-7/15

Tuesday 7/9

Fraenkel Film Festival
7/9-7/20 | Roxie Theater | 3117 16th St, SF | 6:30 p.m. | $16-$200

The Fraenkel Film Festival is an artist-programmed, 11-night event that we believe will be the first-ever film festival presented by an art gallery. We asked ten gallery artists including Nan Goldin, Carrie Mae Weems, and Christian Marclay to select two films that have been important to them. From July 9 to 20, their selections will screen—two per night—at the Roxie Theater. All of the proceeds from the festival will support the Roxie. 

blink-182 w/ Pierce The Veil
7/9 | Chase Center |  1 Warriors Way, SF | 7 p.m. | $18.20-$250

Multi-platinum, award-winning band blink-182 will be back on the road following the massive success of their colossal global outing and recent headlining festival performances at When We Were Young Festival, Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker will hit some of the biggest venues nationwide next year, debuting their new album One More Time… for the first time in the U.S. and Canada.

Missy Elliott w/ Busta Rhymes, Ciara, Timbaland
7/9 | Oakland Arena | 7000 S Coliseum Way, Oakland | 7 p.m. | $57.75+

Missy Elliott headlines the “Out of This World Tour” with legends Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Timbaland!

Wednesday 7/10

Beck w/ Berkeley Symphony
7/10 | Greek Theatre | 2001 Gayley Rd, Berkeley | 5:30 p.m. Doors | $49.50-$69.50

As the title of his most recent album Hyperspace might imply, eight-time Grammy-winner Beck has traveled light years from his emergence as a reluctant generational spokesperson when “Loser” exploded from a rejected 1992 demo into a ubiquitous 1994 smash. In the decades since, Beck’s singular career has seen him explore all genres and eras of music, blurring boundaries and blazing a path into the future while foraging through the past.

SongWriter Live w/ W. Kamau Bell + Las Cafeteras
7/10 | The Commons, KQED HQ | 2601 Mariposa St, SF | 7 p.m. | $29

This event features live storytelling by Emmy- and Peabody-winning television host and producer, comedian and bestselling author W. Kamau Bell, which will be transformed into original music by the Chicano band Las Cafeteras. Together with SongWriter host Ben Arthur and social psychologist Shira Gabriel, they craft an evening about identity, home and collective effervescence through a thrilling exchange of story, ideas and music.

Thursday 7/11

Tash Sultana
7/11 | The Meritage Resort | 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa | 5:30 p.m. Doors | $49-$99

The gender-fluid multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer-songwriter, engineer and entrepreneur has carved out every step in their musical journey over the years, which has taken them from busking the streets of Melbourne to releasing platinum records. 

Protoje Meets Tippy I
7/11 | The Independent | 628 Divisadero St, SF | 8 p.m. | $30/advance, $35/door, 21+

Born and raised in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica to singer Lorna Bennett and former calypso king Mike Ollivierre, Protoje blends hip hop, soul and jazz into his native sounds of reggae and dancehall. The musical prodigy, along with a collective of artists, began getting mainstream attention for their addictive melodies and conscious lyrical messages in a movement dubbed the “reggae revival.”

Secret Drag Film Screening
7/11 | Fox Theatre – Redwood City | 2215 Broadway, Redwood City | 9 p.m. | $24.15

Get ready for a spectacular “secret screening” of a dazzling drag-themed film, produced right here in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area! The night kicks off with a sensational drag performance, setting the stage for our feature film, which begins promptly at 10 pm. Drag is a cherished art form deeply rooted in the heart and soul of the San Francisco Bay Area. With numerous local drag films in the works, we’re beyond excited to offer you this fabulous sneak peek!

Friday 7/12

Hasan Minhaj
7/12-7/13 | San Jose Civic | 135 W San Carlos St, San Jose | 7 p.m. | $49

Hasan Minhaj is an American comedian, writer, producer, actor and television host. Much of his comedy involves Indian culture and the modern American political landscape through the use of satire, observational comedy and dark comedy. 

A Day to Remember w/ The Story So Far, Four Year Strong, Scowl
7/12 | Oakland Arena | 7000 S Coliseum Way, Oakland | 6:30 p.m. | $59+

A Day to Remember is an American rock band from Ocala, Florida, formed in 2003 by guitarist Tom Denney and drummer Bobby Scruggs. They are known for their amalgamation of metalcore and pop-punk. 

Saturday 7/13

Trumer Brewery’s 20th Anniversary Party
7/13 | Trumer Pils Brewery | 1404 Fourth St, Berkeley | 12 p.m. | Free

We have been proudly brewing Trumer Pils – The World’s Best Pilsner – in Berkeley for 20 years! Join us in celebrating our Anniversary. We’ll feature live music from Jane Blonde and the Goldfingers, have food options from the Taproom and HopMonk Tavern, and, of course, we will be pouring Trumer Pils and some other exclusive new beer styles brewed right here on-site!

United States Sail Grand Prix
7/13 | Marina Green | Fillmore St & Marina Bvd, SF | 1 p.m. | $75-$200

Five fleet races will take place across the two-day spectacle, propelling the top three teams into the winner-takes-all Grand Final showdown. The ultimate battle will then begin, with national pride and incredible prize money on the line. Will Tom Slingsby’s Australia secure a fourth consecutive SailGP victory – or will San Francisco host the crowning of a new winner?

Sunday 7/14

SALTED Day Party w/ DJ Sneak
7/14 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 1 p.m. | $35

Brothers and Sisters present our first SALTED event in 2024. We hope you can join us for this special day event at The Midway Patio – featuring very special guest from Chicago, the legendary DJ Sneak making his debut Salted appearance along with your resident players Miguel Migs and Julius Papp, along with Franky Boissy – celebrating Bastille Day!

Death By Stereo
7/14 | Ivy Room | 860 San Pablo Ave, Albany | 7 p.m. | $18-$23, 21+

Since their inception in 1998, DEATH BY STEREO has been balancing consciousness and chaos with their unique genre-bending amalgam of hardcore, metal and punk. DBS, as they are known by many of their loyal followers, have assembled a worldwide fan base built upon a seemingly endless international tour schedule, with enough passport stamps to make many of their contemporaries jealous.

Monday 7/15

Cabaret de la Noche
7/15 | DNA Lounge | 375 11th St, SF | 8 p.m. | $10-$15, 18+

Monday Night Hubba is the perfect way to start your week sexy: with cocktails, tease, comedy and a more intimate experience than Hubba’s big monthly extravaganzas! Each Monday night is a fun-filled, shimmering showcase of local, national and international burlesque and variety talent — and a chance to see the most dazzling debuts before they hit it big!

The Week of 7/16-7/22

Tuesday 7/16

Talib Kweli + Skyzoo
7/16 | The Ritz |  400 S 1st St, San Jose | 7 p.m. | $35-$40

After nearly 20 years of releasing mesmerizing music, The Brooklyn-based MC earned his stripes as one of the most lyrically-gifted, socially aware and politically insightful rappers.

Wednesday 7/17

The Rolling Stones
7/17 | Levi’s Stadium | 4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara | 7:30 p.m. | $31.50-$592

Fans can expect to experience Mick, Keith and Ronnie play their most popular hits ranging from “Start Me Up,” “Gimme Shelter,” “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” “Satisfaction” and more, as well as fan favorite deep cuts and music from their new album HACKNEY DIAMONDS.

Hootie & the Blowfish
7/17 | Shoreine Amphitheatre | One Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View | 7 p.m. | $39.75-$179.75

Iconic pop-rock band Hootie & the Blowfish return to the road in 2024, as the foursome sets out on the Summer Camp with Trucks Tour featuring special guests Collective Soul and Edwin McCain.

Thursday 7/18

Classical Mystery Tour: A Symphonic Tribute To The Beatles
7/18 | Davies Symphony Hall | 201 Van Ness Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $29-$129

Relive the magic with an evening of The Beatles’ greatest hits, transcribed note-for-note and performed as originally recorded, with four musicians who look and sound just like the original Fab Four! This special show features the set played by The Beatles on their first North American tour in 1964 (which launched at San Francisco’s Cow Palace), in addition to selected favorites alongside the San Francisco Symphony.

Aries Spears
7/18-7/20 | Cobb’s Comedy Club | 915 Columbus Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $30.25

Ever since New York native Aries Spears was 14 years old, he has been a force to be reckoned with in the comedy scene throughout America. His quick wit, charisma and ferociously aggressive style of comedy have earned him critical acclaim, high accolades, and above all, a busy schedule. 

Friday 7/19

Nick Sefakis, Eureka Sound
7/19 | Hopmonk Sebastopol | 230 Petaluma Ave, Sebastopol | 9 p.m. | $12-$18

Eureka Sound, my brother’s band, is opening up for and then backing up Nick Sefakis, formerly of Iya Terra. Come make party with the fam!

Taylor Tomlinson
7/19-7/20 | Punch Line SF | 444 Battery St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $40.25, 18+

New York Magazine says, “Watching Tomlinson gives you the same comfort as a Swift concert or a Broadway show that’s been on for years. This is a professional. This performance will be ultraproduced. You do not need to be anxious,” and the Los Angeles Times observes, “Even when she’s navigating painful waters, she can’t help but find the humor… her wit and pinpoint delivery reveal both an incisive writer and also a talented actor.”

Illenium
7/19-7/20 & 7/26-7/27 | Bill Grahm Civic Auditorium | 99 Grove St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $69.50, 18+

Nick Miller’s 10-year run as dance producer ILLENIUM has been nothing short of astounding. From humble bass beginnings to chart-topping crossover success and more than 8 billion global streams, the ILLENIUM sound has been honed into an adrenaline-rush style that fits heartfelt ballads, growling drops, emotional acoustic moments and ecstatic explosions alike.

Katchafire
7/19 | The UC Theatre | 2036 University Ave, Berkeley | 8 p.m. | $37.50

Hailing from New Zealand, KATCHAFIRE have crafted a universal vibe within their music building off the foundations of classic roots reggae, R’n’B, funk and modern dancehall whilst fusing it together with catchy pop, infectious grooves and uplifting vibes. 

Saturday 7/20

Nico Santos
7/20 | The Independent | 628 Divisdero St, SF | 8 p.m. | $27.50-$40

Born and raised in the Philippines, Actor and Comedian Nico Santos began his entertainment career performing stand-up in San Francisco, becoming a popular fixture in the Bay Area comedy scene. He is best known for portraying “Oliver T’sien” in the film Crazy Rich Asians, as well “Mateo” on Superstore. Nico can be currently seen stress eating carbs on his couch watching trashy TV while contemplating the delicate nature of our existence.

Ellen’s Last Stand… Up
7/20 & 7/21 | The Masonic | 111 California St, SF | 8 p.m. | $82-$359

As a beloved television icon and entertainment pioneer, Ellen DeGeneres has a distinctive comedic voice that has resonated with audiences from her first stand-up comedy appearance through her work today on television, in film, and in the literary world. Ellen is best known for hosting 19 seasons of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which earned 64 Daytime Emmy® Awards, including 12 for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show, crowning it the record holder in this category.

Sunday 7/21

Hubba Hubba Revue: Super Action Burlesque!
7/21 | DNA Lounge | 375 11th St, SF | 7 p.m. | $15-$30

Buckle up and hang on tight, ‘cuz San Francisco’s world-famous burlesque & variety show is taking you on an explosive, heart-pounding, top speed, high caliber thrill-ride of tease! And this time… it’s personal!

Monday 7/22

Vansire
7/22 | The Independent | 628 Divisadero St, SF | 8 p.m. | $25/advance, $30/door

Vansire is the chillwave-inspired project of multi-instrumentalists Sam Winemiller and Josh Augustin. Their music, inspired by the driftless region of Minnesota and travels across America, features dance-imbued earworms, vintage synthesizers, and ambient soundscapes. 

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