Bay Area Reporter :: Nightlife

Ginger's returns - FiDi LGBTQ bar now open regularly with drag performances

September 6, 2024 | by John Ferrannini

Ginger's, the San Francisco Financial District's only LGBTQ bar, is now going to be open regularly on some weeknights with a new lineup of programming including drag shows and a Terror Vault takeover..

Going Out, Sept. 5-13, 2024 arts & nightlife events

by Jim Provenzano
Sep 4, 2024

While our annual Fall Arts Preview in this week's issue covers arts events through the year, we'd like to get specific with even more entertainments in Going Out, our weekly arts and nightlife listings. Check it out.

Going Out, Aug. 29-Sept. 5, 2024 arts & nightlife events

by Jim Provenzano
Aug 28, 2024

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.

We Run This - Oakland block party will celebrate pride, diversity

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Aug 27, 2024

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

by Jim Provenzano
Aug 21, 2024

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

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Aug 20, 2024

"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

by Jim Provenzano
Aug 15, 2024

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.

Going Out, Aug. 8-16, 2024 arts & nightlife events

by Jim Provenzano
Aug 7, 2024

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

by Jim Gladstone
Aug 6, 2024

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.

Besties Nightlife 2024: Oasis, Disco Daddy and more winning nightclubs, bars and events

by Michael Flanagan
Jul 31, 2024

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.

Going Out, Aug. 1-10, 2024 arts & nightlife events

by Jim Provenzano
Jul 31, 2024

August tidings to you. Late summer's still great for fun arts and nightlife events, including our many Bestie winners and runners-up! It's all in this week's Going Out.

Besties Nightlife People 2024: DJs, comics, queens and kings

by Michael Flanagan
Jul 31, 2024

We've got Bestie-winning comedians, performers, DJs, dancers and photographers. What an impressive roster. Congratulations to all of our winners, to the runners-up and to the community for participating in choosing them.

Besties dining 2024: Savoring the buffet by the Bay

by Jim Gladstone
Jul 31, 2024

Food, glorious food. Your Bay Area dining options, day or night, are almost beyond countable, but our readers chose their favorites, many of them familiar and repeat winners, along with some new delicious options. Scoot up to the table and dig in.

Going Out, July 25-Aug. 2, 2024 arts & nightlife events

by Jim Provenzano
Jul 24, 2024

Merry musicals, classy concerts, admirable art exhibits and naughty nightlife are all in this week's Going Out.

Mama Cass tribute at Oasis: Ruby Vixen & Leigh Crow host the cabaret night

by David-Elijah Nahmod
Jul 20, 2024

On July 29, the 50th anniversary of Mama Cass Elliot's passing, Oasis will present a Mama Cass Tribute Cabaret, an evening of song hosted by Ruby Vixen and Leigh Crow.

Events :: Nightlife Events

Ginger's returns - FiDi LGBTQ bar now open regularly with drag performances

Going Out, Sept. 5-13, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Going Out, Aug. 29-Sept. 5, 2024 arts & nightlife events

We Run This - Oakland block party will celebrate pride, diversity

Going Out, Aug. 22-31, 2024 arts & nightlife events

SF Drag King Contest: wildly campy show returns to Oasis

Going Out, Aug. 15-24, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Going Out, Aug. 8-16, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Outside Lands is outer than ever - Queer representation hits a high note this year

Besties Nightlife 2024: Oasis, Disco Daddy and more winning nightclubs, bars and events

Going Out, Aug. 1-10, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Besties Nightlife People 2024: DJs, comics, queens and kings

Besties dining 2024: Savoring the buffet by the Bay

Going Out, July 25-Aug. 2, 2024 arts & nightlife events

Mama Cass tribute at Oasis: Ruby Vixen & Leigh Crow host the cabaret night

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