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Our Partners’ Events
10% off San Francisco’s Circus Bella: STARLIGHT
12/19-1/4 | The Crossing at East Cut | 250 Main St, SF | 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. (Check site for daily times) | $57.65+
San Francisco’s Circus Bella Presents STARLIGHT, An All-New Winter Circus Spectacular! STARLIGHT runs until Jan 4, 2026, in a custom, heated Big Top Circus Tent right in the heart of San Francisco. This show combines all the nostalgia and beauty of an old-timey circus with the eyebrow-raising savvy & modern look of 2025. Use code “STUART10” for 10% off or use the button below for automatic discount.
EAT ME! Artisan Food Fair
1/10-1/11 | The Box SF | 1069 Howard St, SF | 11 a.m. | Free
Enjoy a flavorful weekend at The Box SF each month by shopping and tasting a wide selection of artisanal food products brought to you by local culinary vendors! These FREE monthly fairs span two days: Saturday (11am-5pm) & Sunday (11am-4pm). Reservations are NOT required!
This Week’s Events 12/23-12/29
Tuesday 12/23
WinterFest
Now-1/4 | Six Flag Discovery Kingdom | 1001 Fairgrounds Dr, Vallejo | 2 p.m. | $39+
Celebrate the magic of the holidays, encounter amazing animals, experience thrilling rides, all in one place! See yours truly, Vanessa, announce the dolphin show!
The Fabulous Bud E. Luv Christmas Extravaganza
12/23 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 8 p.m. | $37.11
Mr. Luv delivers to you the hottest hits from Vegas: Frank Sinatra, Wayne Newton, Sammy Davis Jr., Tom Jones, and the list goes on. He's got a sense of humor that won't quit, and a set of pipes that'll knock your socks off.
Wednesday 12/24
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir
12/24 | Great American Music Hall | 859 O’Farrell St, SF | 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. | $28.25
Under the leadership of Emmy-winning director Terrance Kelly, this “treasured Bay Area institution” brings together over 300 singers of diverse faiths, races, and cultures who share one uplifting message: inclusion and belonging through song.
Thursday 12/25
33rd Annual Kung Pao Kosher Comedy
12/24-12/26 | Imperial Palace Restaurant | 818 Washington St, SF | 5 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. | $30-$95
Kung Pao Kosher Comedy™, which set out to answer the age-old question, “What are Jews supposed to do on Christmas?” is now celebrating its 33rd year and is one of San Francisco’s longest running comedy shows!
Friday 12/26
Al Madrigal
12/26-12/28 | Cobb’s Comedy Club | 915 Columbus Ave, SF | 7:30 p.m. | $38.20+, 18+
SF comedian Al Madrigal (best known for his work on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart). Also featuring Nicole Becannon.
Chuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes
12/26 & 12/27 | The Chapel | 777 Valencia St, SF | 8 p.m. | $37.11
Chuck Prophet’s Cumbia music intoxicatingly rhythmic, all but demanding you move your body while you listen. There are flashes of rock and roll, punk, surf, and soul, wrapped up in the rich legacy of a genre that traces its roots back hundreds of years and thousands of miles.
Saturday 12/27
RuPaul DJ Set
12/27 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 8:30 p.m. | $92.70
Sashay to see RuPaul DJ!
7th Annual Yuletide Oddities Market
12/27 | Winchester Mystery House | 525 S. Winchester Blvd, SJ | 10 a.m. | $7.18
Yuletide METAPHYSICAL FAIRE Tarot, Reiki, Belly Dancer Scarlet Conte, Scara Darling (W) Paint & Sip.
House of RED Fashion show
12/27 | First Presbyterian Church of Oakland | 2619 Broadway, Oakland | 6 p.m. | $35+
House of Red is an independent, high-intensity fashion-theater experience created by 15 artists across fashion, music, movement, and visual design. This isn’t a runway. It’s a full narrative performance staged inside a historic church, designed to hit you with atmosphere, story, and spectacle from the moment you walk in.
Sunday 12/28
Sound Bath Experience
12/28 | Conservatory of Flowers | 100 John F Kennedy Dr, SF | 5:30 p.m. | $45
Immerse yourself in the rejuvenating sounds of Crystal Singing Bowls, Paiste Gongs, Hand Pan, Monochord, Native and Ocean Drums, Chimes, vocals and more.
Monday 12/29
Monday Night Hubba Presents: Star Wars Holiday Party
12/29 | DNA Lounge | 375 11th St, SF | 9 p.m. | $10-$20, 18+
Monday Night Hubba is the perfect way to start your week sexy: with cocktails, tease, & comedy. A fun-filled, shimmering showcase of local, national and international burlesque and variety talent!
Swedish House Mafia
12/29 | Pier 80 Warehouse | 401 Cesar Chavez St, SF | 6 p.m. | $110.40+, 21+
Swedish House Mafia is a renowned Swedish electronic music supergroup consisting of members Axwell, Steve Angello, and Sebastian Ingrosso, known for their significant impact on the EDM scene.
Next Week’s Events 12/30-1/5
Tuesday 12/30
Primus
12/30 & 12/31 | Fox Theater | 1807 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | 8 p.m. | $78.15+
Primus rings in the New Year with two nights, December 30 and 31, at Fox Theater in Oakland! The hometown celebration will feature unique sets each night and special guest Puddles Pity Party on New Year's Eve!
Wednesday 12/31
Juanita MORE! x Mighty Real NYE 2026
12/31 | Phoenix Hotel | 601 Eddy St, SF | 8 p.m. | $25.39+, 21+
Join us for one final night of magic under the palms as we say goodbye to San Francisco’s beloved rock-’n’-roll motor lodge.
FERAL START: Dillon Francis + Twin Diplomacy
12/31 | The Midway | 900 Marin St, SF | 1 a.m. | $39.99+, 21+
Fresh Start x The Midway x Dirty Not Sorry present FERAL START at The Midway. NYE Late Night: 1-5 AM with Dillon Francis, Twin Diplomacy, + Much more TBA!
Dark Masquerade NYE: Circus Variety Show + Party
12/31 | FLUID510 | 1544 Broadway, Oakland | 9 p.m. | $50+, 21+
In a world where many are afraid to embrace their dark side, we invite you to a night where we celebrate the beauty in darkness. Come dressed in your modern interpretation of a dark masquerade and step into 2026 celebrating with us.
NYE 2026 Bar Crawl
12/31 | The Savoy Tivoli | 1434 Grant Ave, SF | 8 p.m. | $34.98, 21+
10+ NYE parties in one night with the NYE 2026 pub crawl ticket.
New Bohemia NYE 2026
12/31 | The San Francisco Mint | 88 5th St, SF | 9 p.m. | $111.68
The historic Mint is transformed into a playground for the senses. 23 immersive environments to explore over 6.5 hours. 7 dance floors, game rooms, Shibari Lounge, variety and sideshow stage, themed karaoke, circus performances, dancers and art galleries throughout.
Thursday 1/1
It's A New Day + Breakfast of Champions 2026 Block Party
1/1 | The Great Northern | Alameda & Vermont St, SF | 4 a.m. | $44.24+, 21+
ITS A NEW DAY & BOC bringing the beats that’ll have the whole city moving. Expect music, food, dancing in the streets, and good vibes only as we welcome in the first new day of the year together.
Downtown First Thursdays - New Year's Day Edition w/ Jazz Mafia
1/1 | Downtown SF | 2nd St between Market & Howard, SF | 5 p.m. | Free w/ RSVP
DFT is back for a full year of street parties in 2026! Kick off a brand-new season and a brand-new year of DFT on New Year's Day. DJs - Live Performances - Dancing - Drag - Food Trucks - Shopping - Fashion, and new surprises every month.
Friday 1/2
Nora En Pure
1/2 | 1015 Folsom | 1015 Folsom St, SF | 10 p.m. | $43.30+, 21+
Known for her lush, melodic soundscapes and nature-infused performances, Nora has captivated dancefloors around the world with a style that blends emotion, groove, and cinematic beauty.
RESET 2026
1/2 | Public Works (Loft) | 161 Erie St, SF | 9 p.m. | $8.81+, 21+
Come celebrate the first weekend of 2026 surrounded by the sounds of hard, uncut tech house, grimy trap, and heavy bass all night long.
Saturday 1/3
Glow Scout
1/3 | Ivy Room | 860 San Pablo Ave, Albany | 8 p.m. | $14.73, 21+
Glow Scout belongs to a classic DIY-rock tradition that stretches back to the jangly college rock of the '80s and the underground sounds of the '90s, but their rich, vibrant, restless sound belongs to the present. Also playing: Fuzz Kit, Sad Dads Anonymous, & Winter Stanley.
NYE Do-Over Party
1/3 | Cat Club | 1190 Folsom St, SF | 9 p.m. | $10, 21+
Whether you want a second chance to ring in the New Year right this time, we’ll be doing it all over again, complete with a midnight countdown, confetti, party hats, and all the best pop mashups from the past year!
Sunday 1/4
CLUTCH the PEARLS: Drag Show w/ host Mira
1/4 | Make-Out Room | 3225 22nd St, SF | 7 p.m. | $15-$20, 21+
CLUTCH the PEARLS: Drag Show w/ host Mira ~ A rotating cast of the Bay Area's HOTTEST drag performers strut-their-stuff at the Mission's COOLEST venue on the first Sunday of the month.
Monday 1/5
Contact Improv + Jam
1/5 | The Castro Room | 97 Collingwood St, SF | 7:45 p.m. | $28.52
Join The Castro Room for a playful evening of contact improvisation.
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