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Our Partners’ Events
Hubba Hubba Revue’s Holiday Spectacular
12/14 | DNA Lounge | 375 11th St, SF | 7 p.m. Doors | $15-$40, 18+
It's our 20th annual holiday bash, and Hubba Hubba Revue's gonna stuff your stockings with pole dancing reindeer, sultry Santas, & the tops in holiday tease! Get your tickets now and come deck your halls with world-famous burlesque!
The Richie Cunning & DJBADDJ Holiday Special
12/20 | Neck of the Woods | 406 Clement St, SF | 8 p.m. | $24.66, 21+
Cozy up and tune in for the first ever Holiday Special from your two favorite stocking stuffers, Richie Cunning & DJBADDJ. The fire is hot, the nog is cold, and we're expecting some very special guests throughout the night. Oh, and we just might have gotten you a little something...
This Week’s Events 12/9-12/15
Tuesday 12/9
Small Business Holiday Pop-Up
12/9 | San Francisco City Hall | 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Place, SF | 11 a.m. | Free
Take in the splendor of City Hall and support over 50 makers, artisans, and merchants as San Francisco celebrates the holiday season.
Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers
12/9 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 8 p.m. | $42.06
Hobo Johnson is an American vocalist and frontman of the band Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers, blending emo rap, spoken word, and raw hip‑hop.
Wednesday 12/10
The Holiday —Film with Live Orchestra
12/10 & 12/11 | Davies Symphony Hall | 201 Van Ness Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $49.50+
Watch “The Holiday” starring Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz with a live orchestra conducted by Anthony Parnther.
Thursday 12/11
Jolly Jack London! Holiday Bar Crawl
12/11 | Jack London Square | 333 Broadway, Oakland | 6 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
Explore your favorite neighborhood bars and restaurants, enjoy holiday-inspired cocktails, beers, and bites, and take in the twinkling lights and creative décor as each venue shows off its unique holiday spirit.
The Bouncing Souls
12/11 | The UC Theatre | 2036 University Ave, Berkeley | 7 p.m. | $44
The Bouncing Souls have been consistently churning out their beloved brand of anthemic punk since 1989 and have earned an intensely loyal fanbase with tireless touring and an unrelenting love of making music.
Friday 12/12
The Crossword Show at KQED
12/12 | The Commons at KQED 2601 Mariposa St, SF | 7 p.m. | $41.52-$87.21
Host Zach Sherwin (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” “Epic Rap Battles of History”) presides as his guests Glynn Washington, host of Snap Judgment, and comedian Jackie Keliiaa solve a crossword puzzle live onstage, with everything displayed on a screen so the audience can follow along.
Christmas Excelsior Night Market
12/12 | Norton Street Parking Lot | 14-16 Norton St, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
Get in the holiday spirit: make a dent in your gift shopping with lots of local artist vendors, warm up with some hot chocolate and cookies, and maybe sing a carol or two.
Saturday 12/13
Santa Con
12/13 | Various Bars | Mission District, SF | 12 p.m. | $23.18-$33.85
Join us in the lively Mission District, where the official SantaCon pub crawl will feature some of San Francisco’s best bars and venues.
Twisting the Rabbit Hole
12/13 | Heron Arts | 7 Heron St, SF | 2:30 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
Dive into a multidimensional, multimedia celebration of visionary art, consciousness, and sonic innovation at Twisting the Rabbit Hole.
Sunday 12/14
Unscripted: John Cusack
12/14 | Golden Gate Theatre | 1 Taylor St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $54.90+
An Evening with John Cusack and screening of "High Fidelity".
Monday 12/15
American Experience Screening: "American Coup: Wilmington 1898"
12/15 | New Parkway Theater | 474 24th St, Oakland | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
This community-centered gathering invites audiences to examine one of the most pivotal and under-told events in U.S. history—the only successful coup d’état ever carried out on American soil.
Next Week’s Events 12/16-12/22
Tuesday 12/16
Moulin Rouge
12/16-12/28 | Orpheum Theatre | 1192 Market St, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $72.54+
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza.
Wednesday 12/17
Unsilent Night
12/17 | Golden Gate Valley Library Branch | 1801 Green St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free
Gather in front of the Golden Gate Valley library for this special holiday event. Each participant simultaneously plays one of four pre-recorded tracks from a mobile device that amplifies music as we walk together on a pre-determined 45-minute route.
Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas
12/17 | The Freight | 2020 Addison St, Berkeley | 7:30 p.m. | $30-$65
Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas recreates the joy and innocence of a night before Christmas in a remote farmhouse in his native parish of Teampall an Ghleanntáin in the west of Ireland in the 1950s… when the neighboring families gather around the fire to grace the wintry night with traditional Irish Christmas carols.
Thursday 12/18
Castro Wine Walk Holiday Edition
12/18 | The Academy SF | 2166 Market St | 6 p.m. | $40-$70
Enjoy seasonal pours while soaking in holiday vibes and neighborhood spirit.
The Knife's Edge presents Quiet Alchemy
12/18 | Mirus Gallery | 540 Howard St, SF | 6 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
Join us for a special night at Mirus Gallery as we explore the softer side of The Knife's Edge exhibition with an intimate Art Workshop with two of our featured artists, Candlelit Cocktail hour and Meditation, Performance and Music.
Friday 12/19
Rooftop Holiday Faire
12/19 & 12/20 | Fairmont San Francisco | 950 Mason St, SF | 12 p.m. | Free
This unique open-air market will bring the charm of a European holiday village to Nob Hill… complete with lights, festive music, and panoramic city views.
Crazy Shades of Winter: An LGBTQ+ and Allies Holiday Art Show
12/19 | 2727 California Street Gallery | 2727 California St, Berkeley | 2 p.m. | $5
Last-minute holiday shoppers! Discover art by LGBTQ+ creators & allies—fun, bold, and even a little adults-only. Find the perfect gift!
Winter Solstice Inner Sunset Art Walk
12/19 | Hunt & Gather | 3143 Noriega St, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
Stroll through the charming, festive streets of the Inner Sunset, immerse yourself in the community atmosphere, and discover a diverse range of local art, music, and business.
Saturday 12/20
The Nutcracker - Celebrating 60 Years of Oakland Ballet
12/20 & 12/21 | Paramount Theatre | 2025 Broadway, Oakland | 1 p.m. | $97.90
The spirit of the holidays is brought to life with beautiful dancing, magnificent scenery and imaginative costumes.
A Darling Misfit Christmas with Kat Robichaud and Friends
12/20 | The Lost Church San Francisco | 988 Columbus Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. Doors | $56.37
This special engagement is a more direct, music-focused evening, offering a perfect blend of classic carols and Kat's signature new holiday classics, like the hilarious "The Gremlins Song" and "The Star Wars Holiday Special."
Manilatown Arts presents Club Mandalay
12/20 | International Hotel Manilatown Center | 868 Kearny St, SF | 2 p.m. | Free or Donation
This event will bring together jazz music lovers and community enthusiasts from all around the Bay Area. With a vibrant atmosphere and a lineup of talented musicians, Club Mandalay promises to keep you grooving all afternoon.
Sunday 12/21
Solstice Soiree w/ Deborah Crooks and Zoe FitzGerald Carter
12/21 | Thee Stork Club | 2330 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley | 6 p.m. | $19.59
Celebrate the solstice and new music from two deep-feeling, Americana songwriters and their bands!
Monday 12/22
Winter Walk 2025
Now-12/24 | Union Square | Stockton St between Post & O’Farrell | 11 a.m. | Free
San Francisco’s signature holiday will once again feature a holiday marketplace, food trucks, family-friendly stage programming, holiday decor, and seasonal drinks.
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