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fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

Free Opening Reception: African Diaspora Art (Alameda)

The exhibit features diverse artists from the African Diaspora showcasing various mediums and techniques.
#bay-area-dance-week
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
16 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
SF music
from48 hills
1 day ago

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates leaps and bounds of local scene - 48 hills

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates the region's diverse dance community with free classes and performances, promoting inclusivity and visibility in dance.
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
16 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
SF music
from48 hills
1 day ago

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates leaps and bounds of local scene - 48 hills

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates the region's diverse dance community with free classes and performances, promoting inclusivity and visibility in dance.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

Ferry Flicks at Fort Point Beer Garden "Crazy Rich Asians"

Ferry Flicks at Fort Point Beer Garden features iconic films, Drag Bingo, and food options every Friday in May at sunset.
SF music
fromsf.funcheap.com
15 hours ago

Free Punk Show + Art Walk Afterparty (SF)

Punk Majesty hosts an Art Walk closing reception featuring contemporary artists, followed by a live performance by DAMAGE PARTY at Mayes.
#comedy
Humor
fromSFGATE
20 hours ago

The San Francisco laundromat open mic where Ali Wong got her start relaunches

The SF Laundromat hosts a revival of the iconic comedy venue Brainwash, featuring emcee Tony Sparks and new comedians.
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Book Shop Comedy at Adobe Books (SF)

A free comedy show at Adobe Books features local comics in an intimate setting, encouraging donations to support the artists.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
8 hours ago

This week in Oakland: a Prescott Circus Theatre showcase, and Fairyland's 'Mad Tea Party'

Oakland showcases young talent through events like Ayo Brame's performances and Prescott Circus Theatre's spring showcase.
Board games
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
15 hours ago

Games of Berkeley has been on a roll for 46 years. What's its secret?

Games of Berkeley is a vibrant game shop that has been a community hub for nearly 50 years, adapting to various gaming trends.
fromLos Angeles Times
14 hours ago

At L.A. college campuses, Punjabi music is opening doors to heritage long kept closed

"I started hearing the themes inside [Punjabi] music - pride in language, resilience, and history, which helps to reconnect with my identity," Multani said.
Music production
Fashion & style
fromThe Bold Italic
13 hours ago

Every San Francisco fashion designer and seamstress I can vouch for

San Francisco has a vibrant fashion scene with talented designers and creators who deserve recognition and opportunities.
fromsfist.com
12 hours ago

Kaiser Has Plans For Big New Hospital at Geary and Divis

The new 14-story Kaiser hospital, which would rise across Geary Boulevard from the existing one, would have an expanded emergency room, 300 private in-patient beds, and about 623,000 total square feet.
Mission District
Silicon Valley
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 hours ago

This San Francisco store is run by artificial intelligence: Meet Luna, the boss

A store in San Francisco is managed by an AI named Luna, showcasing the integration of artificial intelligence in retail.
fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

8th Annual AAPI Fest + Free Bowling (Daly City)

The AAPI Fest is a FREE local family-friendly celebration organized by Over the Fog, whose mission is to foster understanding and appreciation of Asian American & Pacific Islander culture, identity, community and diversity through events, programs and activities.
East Bay food
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
15 hours ago

12 standout sandwiches in the Bay Area, from new discoveries to the classics

The spring 2026 list features 12 recommended sandwiches from various shops in the Bay Area, highlighting diverse flavors and ingredients.
Media industry
fromAxios
22 hours ago

Silicon Valley is building its own news-industrial complex

Elon Musk's X has transformed news into a product for trading and monetization, leading to new platforms like MTS and Objection.AI.
#lacma
Arts
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Peter Zumthor's LACMA David Geffen Galleries Open in Los Angeles

The David Geffen Galleries at LACMA feature a flexible, open exhibition space for 155,000 art objects spanning 6,000 years of history.
Music
fromKqed
4 days ago

Long Live The Pound: The Forgotten 2000s Venue That Changed the Bay Area | KQED

The Pound venue thrived due to its isolation, allowing loud music and all-ages shows, but faced challenges as bands moved to larger venues.
Independent films
fromKqed
5 days ago

What is 'Trans New Weird'? An Emerging Film Genre Screens at YBCA

Both Poison and The People's Joker challenge traditional narrative forms while addressing contemporary social issues through innovative storytelling.
#san-francisco
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.
SF music
fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

Tales from the Fog: Free Music Night w/ Oceanography (Bazaar Cafe)

San Francisco's music scene features artists exploring themes of obscurity and emotional depth through their unique sounds.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts starting April 14, 2026, featuring live music and food trucks.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week.
Arts
fromMission Local
10 hours ago

Review - Smuin Ballet's Future Forward

The show 'Future Forward' features a mix of classic and contemporary ballets, highlighting themes of lineage and connection.
Music production
from48 hills
19 hours ago

At the Warfield, Baroque pop avatar Oklou emerged a star - 48 hills

Oklou blends Baroque pop with modern elements, creating a unique sound that resonates with a niche audience in the hyperpop scene.
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Bus Stop 126th Anniversary Block Party (SF)

Join Bus Stop Saloon on Union Street for a free, all-ages celebration with live music, great food, drinks, and good vibes all afternoon long.
San Francisco
#valencia-live
Mission District
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and art in the American Indian Cultural District.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
20 hours ago

SF's FREE "Valencia LIVE!" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! returns in 2026 with monthly street celebrations featuring live music, food, and community activities in the American Indian Cultural District.
#pleasant-hill-night-market
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Native American remains discovered on UC Berkeley campus

Native American remains were found at UC Berkeley during construction, with authorities confirming they are not linked to a crime.
Berlin music
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Transcendence Surrounds

PWC concert features Freida Abtan's opera 'The sound of grief' with multimedia elements and performances of Holst and Biggs.
#art-exhibition
SF music
fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

"Don't Let Them Take You Alive" Punk Art Exhibition Closing Night (SF)

The closing night reception for the art exhibition 'Don't Let Them Take You Alive' features contemporary artists and supports independent art.
Arts
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Second Frame: Reclaimed Bowling Pin Art Exhibition (SF)

Local artists transform retired bowling pins into diverse art pieces, promoting sustainability and community engagement during a two-night exhibition at Mission Bowling Club.
SF music
fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

"Don't Let Them Take You Alive" Punk Art Exhibition Closing Night (SF)

The closing night reception for the art exhibition 'Don't Let Them Take You Alive' features contemporary artists and supports independent art.
Arts
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Second Frame: Reclaimed Bowling Pin Art Exhibition (SF)

Local artists transform retired bowling pins into diverse art pieces, promoting sustainability and community engagement during a two-night exhibition at Mission Bowling Club.
#rave-culture
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
9 hours ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
5 days ago

7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, April 17-19

This weekend features concerts, a new series, and a light turkey meatball recipe, catering to diverse entertainment and culinary interests.
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free AAPI Heritage Market: Art + Aerial Show at Yank Sing (SF)

AAPI Heritage Month Day Market at Yank Sing Rincon Center celebrates culture with local artists, vendors, and performances on May 2, 2026.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
11 hours ago

Highlights and Hidden Gems at Dumbo Open Studios

DUMBO Open Studios celebrated its 10th year, showcasing over 175 artists and fostering community despite challenges from rising rents and the pandemic.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Taste of North Berkeley: 30+ Food & Drink Tastings

North Berkeley hosts a culinary event featuring over 30 local businesses with diverse tastings and beverages on May 13, 2026.
fromArtnet News
3 days ago

What Not to Miss at the San Francisco Art Fair

"I love the range in this booth, from large-scale ceramic totems to more intimate neon paintings. I'm always impressed by the artists Freeburg represents and the clarity of her program's mission."
Arts
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

SF celebrates 100th anniversary of iconic Balboa Theatre with new mural, tribute

San Francisco celebrated the Balboa Theatre's 100th anniversary with free movies, a mural unveiling, and a tribute to costume designer Aggie Rodgers.
Portland food
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

30 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.20.26)

Earth Day celebrations include sustainable fashion events, cleanups, special menus, and various festivals throughout the week.
#yerba-buena-gardens
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Free Outdoor Movie Night (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)

The 2026 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers over 100 free performances from May to November in San Francisco.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's "ChoreoFest" Outdoor Dance Festival: Day Two (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)

The 2026 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers free performances from May to November, showcasing diverse arts and cultural programs in San Francisco.
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Free Outdoor Movie Night (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)

The 2026 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers over 100 free performances from May to November in San Francisco.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's "ChoreoFest" Outdoor Dance Festival: Day Two (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)

The 2026 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers free performances from May to November, showcasing diverse arts and cultural programs in San Francisco.
#yerba-buena-center-for-the-arts
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
SF music
fromFuncheap
23 hours ago

SF Neo-Futurists "The Infinite Wrench" (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)

The Infinite Wrench features 30 unique plays performed by the San Francisco Neo-Futurists, with audience participation determining the order.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

San Francisco Waldorf Art Show & Celebration 2026 (Fort Mason)

Art Show on April 18th at Fort Mason features original works by the SF Waldorf community, with free admission and an evening celebration.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

20 Years of Maker Faire (Sunday Assembly East Bay)

Maker Faire, founded by Dale Dougherty, has become a beloved event celebrating creativity and innovation in the Bay Area since 2006.
#civic-center-soundtrack
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week until October.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season with free concerts and food trucks from April 14 to October 2026.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

San Francisco's Civic Center Soundtrack concert series returns April 14, 2026, featuring free live music and food trucks twice a week until October.
Arts
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

A Berkeley couple's collection of women artists showing at BAMPFA

Penny Cooper and Rena Rosenwasser have created a significant art collection focused on women artists, now exhibited at BAMPFA.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

Tom Prochaska: Through the Open Door * Oregon ArtsWatch

Tom Prochaska distinguished himself in many mediums: He was a masterful printmaker, an intuitive painter, a builder of papier-mâché figures, a creator of fused glass panels, and graphite-on-paper drawings.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

LACMA Got a Makeover

The courtyard of MoMA PS1 in Queens was buzzing during Wednesday night's opening of Greater New York, now in its sixth edition. Our team shares first impressions from the expansive show, which included more than 50 New York City artists at the beginning of their careers.
Arts
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Petal passion, super-surreal Polaroids and Billy Childish's California the week in art

Kettle's Yard showcases artists' floral passion, while other exhibitions feature diverse contemporary art themes and historical reflections on trauma and beauty.
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

2026 "Duboce ParkJam" Free 5-Hour Concert Fest in the Park (SF)

Duboce ParkJam is a free event sponsored by Friends of Duboce Park, encouraging attendees to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics for an enjoyable afternoon of music.
SF music
Film
fromKqed
4 months ago

The Best Art I Saw and Didn't Write About in 2025 | KQED

Dynasty Handbag delivered shapeshifting, subversive comedy that juxtaposed absurd humor with climate anxieties, offering sanctuary and communal catharsis.
Arts
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum

BAMPFA offers free admission on the first Thursday of each month, promoting access to art and film for the community.
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum

BAMPFA is a forum for cultural experiences that transform individuals and advance the local, national, and global discourse on art and film, uniquely dedicated to art and film in equal measure.
Arts
#super-bowl-tailgate
Arts
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

What's on now at San Francisco museums, April 2026

The city is launching a competition for the 2027 Art on Market Street Poster Series with a deadline of April 17.
#theresa-hak-kyung-cha
Arts
fromThe Bold Italic
1 month ago

Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture & The Kramlich Art Foundation present Anthony McCall: First Light

Anthony McCall: First Light will be presented at Fort Mason Center on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

10 Art Shows to See in the Bay Area This Spring

The San Francisco Bay Area art scene faces closures and rising rents but shows resilience through community-focused exhibitions highlighting local history and ecology.
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