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Going Out, Aug. 29-Sept. 5, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Even if the fog is rolling on a cool night, you can still get hot and saucy at places like The Powerhouse, where the monthly Flex party shows off muscular men. We've got plenty more in our expansive listings of nightlife and art events in Going Out.
Road tripping to the Mariposa and Anderson Valleys
Get out of town for some refreshing overnight road trips that deliver major changes of scenery with minor fuss and planning. Jim Gladstone, his hubby and their dog, visited Mariposa Valley, Yosemite National Park, and the Anderson Valley inns and shops.
We Run This - Oakland block party will celebrate pride, diversity
September is Pride month in Oakland and Oakland-based drag artist Mama Celeste and her friends are throwing a party. Christened We Run This, the party, which happens on September 7, and is being produced by Oaklash.
Going Out, Aug. 22-31, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Find a new band to adore, drag queens and bartenders to tip, or a theater production worth a Standing O. We've got it all with our expansive listings of nightlife and art events in Going Out.
SF Drag King Contest: wildly campy show returns to Oasis
"It feels great," said drag king Fudgie Frottage. "Drag is a legit occupation now and kings are getting famous." Frottage was referring to the 28th annual San Francisco Drag King Contest, which returns to Oasis Sept. 8.
Going Out, Aug. 15-24, 2024 arts & nightlife events
You could boldly go where no one has gone before. But we recommend you go where everyone goes, like the Bestie-winning nightclub Oasis to see hilarious shows like "Star Trek Live." Select even more alluring galaxies to explore in Going Out.
Emily Saliers: Singer-songwriter on Indigo Girls' success
The Indigo Girls – Emily Saliers and Amy Ray – are having a moment. Along with a national tour, their songs have been featured in two recent films, and the documentary about their lives shares music and more.
Remembering Karen Carpenter: Laurie Roldan pays tribute to iconic singer
A lifelong fan of the singer-songwriter, Bay Area singer Laurie Roldan 'Sings a Song for You: a Cabaret Concert Inspired by the Music of Karen Carpenter" on August 17 and 25 at the Gateway Theater in San Francisco.
Ben Platt's 'Honeymind' - love songs on his new CD
Ben Platt's third album, unlike his previous electro-pop efforts, has a folky Americana sound, reminiscent of early 1970s, somewhere between James Taylor and Barry Manilow.
Going Out, Aug. 8-16, 2024 arts & nightlife events
Cure your FOMO (Feeling Of Missing Out) by taking part in some sweet and spicy events in late summer. You can catch up on the upcoming fun with our expansive listings of nightlife and art events, in Going Out.
Outside Lands is outer than ever - Queer representation hits a high note this year
From the disco era charisma of Grace Jones to the girlie-pop twinkle of Chappell Roan, there's a bumper crop of music from queer artists and icons to harvest at this year's Outside Lands festival, from Friday, Aug. 9 through Sunday, Aug. 11.
'Karma' - Boy George tells all
One of the primary prerequisites of being a true star is that the general public never grows tired of seeing or hearing you. Boy George's "Karma: My Autobiography" (Blink Publishing) proves his merit as a gender-blurring pioneer as well as a musician.
SF mayor, LGBTQ leaders mark Beaux 'reinvention'
The Castro LGBTQ nightclub Beaux held a "reinvention" celebration Saturday, August 3, that featured a ribbon cutting for recent renovations and a party.
Besties Nightlife 2024: Oasis, Disco Daddy and more winning nightclubs, bars and events
Whether you're up for a show, down to get dirty or just need a good stiff drink, our readers who voted in our annual Best of the Bay survey have recommendations for you as to where is the best places to go.