Listen to the sound of love, life, language and laughter. Watch as witty comics, magical musicians and deft DJs interpret these elemental parts of our world.
Thursday, Jan. 21
Academy of Friends @ Sui Generis
The nonprofit known for its annual Oscar gala hosts a salute to this year's Academy Awards nominees at the designer clothing consignment shop, with cocktails, appetizers, bow-tie tying demos, and door prizes. $20. 6:30-8:30pm. 2231 Market St. www.academyoffriends.org www.suigenerisconsignment.com
Beach Blanket Babylon @ Club Fugazi
The musical comedy revue celebrates its 40th year with an ever-changing lineup of political and pop culture icons, all in gigantic wigs. $25-$160. Beer/wine served; cash only; 21+, except where noted. 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd (Green St.). 421-4222. www.beachblanketbabylon.com
Bulge @ Powerhouse
Grace Towers hosts the fun sexy night. $100 cash prize for best bulge. $5-$10 benefits Groundswell Institute, the queer retreat camp. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Comedy Returns @ El Rio
Marga Gomez, Loren Kraut, David Lawrence Hawkins, Sabeen Sadiq and host Lisa Geduldig perform at the monthly LGBT-friendly night of wit. $7-$20. 8pm. 3158 Mission St. www.elriosf.com
Laura Ellis @ Feinstein's at the Nikko
The sultry chanteuse and the darling of the SF Noir City Film Fest, performs modern and classic melodies at the stylish cabaret. $25-$45. 8pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. (866) 663-1063. www.vintagevoicemusic.com www.ticketweb.com
Maria Konner @ Martuni's
Enjoy jazz, blue and rock from the talented pianist, with bass, drums and guest trumpet player Patina De Copper; then open mic. 3rd Thursdays. No cover. 6:30pm. 4 Valencia St.
Nightlife @ California Academy of Sciences
Themed event nights at the fascinating nature museum, with DJed dancing, cocktails, fish, frogs, food and fun. $10-$12. 6pm-10pm, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. 379-8000. www.calacademy.org
Oleta Adams @ Yoshi's Oakland
The amazing soul-gospel singer performs. $29-$65. 7pm & 9pm. 510 Embaracadero west, Oakland (510) 238-9200. www.yoshis.com
Rock Fag @ Hole in the Wall
Enjoy hard rock and punk music from DJ Don Baird at the wonderfully divey SoMa bar. 7pm-2am. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com
Sexitude PM @ Oasis
D'Arcy Drollinger's funtastic aerobic workout and dance party. Wear your neon Spandex and leg warmers! $10. 9pm. 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
SF Restaurant Week @ Citywide
Enjoy discounts and special food events at participating eatieries all over town in an eleven-day festival, with a portion of your bill going to local nonprofits. Thru Jan. 31. www.sfrestaurantweek.com
Star Trek Live @ Oasis
The hilarious popular drag parody performance (with kings and queens) of the original Star Trek series' episode, "Mudd's Women," returns, with Leigh Crow, Honey Mahogany, Jef Valentine, Persia and many other talents. Enjoy special space-age cocktails. $25-$35 and up. Wed-Sat 7pm. Thru Jan. 23. 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com
Friday, Jan. 22
Boy Bar @ The Cafe
Gus Presents' weekly dance night, with DJ Kid Sysko, cute gogos and $2 beer (before 10pm). 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Br�t @ Beatbox
Dan Darlington and Peter Napoli's New York-based leather night returns. $10. 10pm-4am. 314 11th St. www.brutparty.com www.beatboxsf.com
Comedy Noir @ Balancoire
Valerie Branch's weekly comedy night, where she embodies her faux queen character Pia Messing for some offbeat wit, along with guest performers. $5. 8pm-10pm. 2565 Mission St. www.balancoiresf.com
Edwardian Ball @ Regency Ballroom
16th annual large-scale two-night costume ball with old-time style, inspired by Edward Gorey, Tim Burton, steampunk, etc. Costumes strongly encouraged. $60-$125. 8pm-2am. Vendor bazarr, 12pm-5pm, Jan 23 only. 1300 Van Ness Ave. www.theregencyballroom.com
The Devil Makes Three @ Fox Theatre, Oakland
The rousing, popular Santa Cruz-based Bluegrass trio perform two nights. Parker Millsap opens. $27.50. 8pm. Also Jan. 23. 1807 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. www.thedevilmakesthree.com www.thefoxoakland.com
Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum
The family-friendly night events returns, with exhibit tours, dancing, food, drinks, and live music. 5pm-9pm. www.museumca.org/2016/friday-nights-omca-january-8
Happy Friday @ Midnight Sun
The popular video bar ends each work week with gogo guys (starting at 9pm) and drink specials. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Hard Fridays @ Qbar
DH Haute Toddy's weekly electro-pop night with hotty gogos. $3. 9pm-2am (happy hour 4pm-9pm). 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Ladies of San Francisco @ Club OMG
Galilea hosts the new weekly "old school drag show" with guest performers and DJ Jack Rojo, and a special Christmas night show. $4. 9pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubOMGsf.com
Latin Explosion @ Club 21, Oakland
Lulu Ramirez hosts the drag show and dance night, with Mitzy Lee and Jacqueline Aguilar La Gata; gogo guys, drink special. $6 before 10:30pm. Til 3am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. www.club21oakland.com
Manimal @ Beaux
Gogo-tastic dance night starts off your weekend. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Mark Ballas, Alexander Jean @ Feinstein's at the Nikko
The Dancing With the Stars choreographer-dancer shares his music talents with the soulful Jean. $55-$75. 7pm. Also Jan. 23. (2-drink min.) Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. (855-636-4556. www.feinsteinsSF.com
Midnight Show @ Divas
Weekly drag shows at the last transgender-friendly bar in the Polk; with hosts Victoria Secret, Alexis Miranda and several performers. Also Saturdays. $10. 11pm. 1081 Polk St. www.divassf.com
El Mundo @ Empire Ballroom
The new weekly Latin night at the Civic Center renovated nightclub features drag shows, gogo guys and gals, and DJed grooves. 9pm-3am. 555 Golden Gate. www.theempireroomsf.com
Porchlight/Sketchfest @ Various Venues
Funny, touching storytelling as part of the annual comedy fest. Jan. 22: Jon Daly, Moshe Kasher, Jackie Kashian, Aparna Nancherla and Iris Haas-Biel at Swedish American Hall, 2174 Market St. $20. 10pm. Jan 25: open mic five-minute story at Hemlock Tavern, $5, 7pm. 1131 Polk St. Jan. 26: Beyond Folsom Street Blues, with Ed Wolf, Jennifer Joseph and Janet Delaney at YBCA, 701 Mission St. www.porchlightsf.com
Red Hots Burlesque @ Beatbox
The saucy women's burlesque show hosted by Dottie Lux. $10. 7pm-10pm. 314 11th St. www.beatboxsf.com
Shenanigans @ Oasis
Juan and Brian Urmanita DJ at Sodom & Gomorrah, the theme of the monthly (4th Fridays) costume and dance party. $10. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
Some Thing @ The Stud
Mica Sigourney and pals' weekly offbeat drag performance night. 10pm-2am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com
Wesla Whitfield @ Hotel Rex
Society Cabaret presents the jazz vocalist, accompanied by pianist Mike Greensill and bassist John Witala. $30-$50. 8pm. Also Jan 23, 8pm. 562 Sutter St. 857-1896. www.societycabaret.com
Saturday, Jan. 23
La Bota Loca @ Club 21, Oakland
Latin, hip hop and Electro music night. $5-$25. 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. www.club21oakland.com
Boy Division @ Codeword
The new monthly gay New Wave night (4th Saturdays) features DJs Xander, Tomas Diablo and Donimo spinning Britop, Electro and queerwave classics. $6-$8. 9:30pm-2am. 917 Folsom St. www.codeword-sf.com
Club Rimshot @ Club BNB, Oakland
The weekly hip hop and R&B night. 8-$15. 9pm to 4am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com
Code @ The Edge
The monthly 'leather in the Castro' night gets kinky, with DJ Sean McMahon, furry gogo studs, clothes check, and the windows covered! 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. www.edgesf.com
The Jean Genies @ Rockbar Theater, San Jose
The David Bowie tribute band performs a special concert in celebration of the musician. $15-$80. 8pm. 360 Saratoga Ave., San Jose. www.rockbartheater.com
Lucky Dog Day @ Lucky 13
Fourth annual benefit for Rocket Dog Rescue, hosted by Fieldwork Brewing Company; dogs welcome; part of SF Beer Week. 3pm-7pm. 2140 Market St. 487-1313. www.facebook.com/Lucky13SF
Mother @ Oasis
Heklina's weekly drag show night with different themes, always outrageously hilarious. Jan. 24: Gay Icons. $10-$25. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Saturgay @ Qbar
Stanley Frank spins house dance remixes at the intimate Castro dance bar. $3. 9pm-2am (weekly beer bust 2pm-9pm). 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Soul Delicious @ Lookout
Brunch, booze, sass and grooves, with the Mom DJs, Motown sounds, and soul food. 11am-4pm. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
Soul Party @ Elbo Room
DJs Lucky, Paul, and Phengren Osward spin 60s soul 45s. $5-$10 ($5 off in semi-formal attire). 10pm-2am. 647 Valencia St. 552-7788. www.elbo.com
Sugar @ The Cafe
Dance, drink, cruise at the Castro club. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Zepparella @ Great American Music Hall
The all-women Led Zeppelin tribute band returns. Stars Turn Me On and Daniele Gottardo open. $18-$43 (with dinner). 9pm. 859 O'Farrell St. www.slimspresents.com
Sunday, Jan. 24
Afternoon Delight @ The New Parish, Oakland
Enjoy grooves from DJs Justime, Maximillian, Mark O'Brien, Taco Tuesday, Steve Fabus, and a live set with Krylon Superstar. 3pm-8pm. 1743 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. www.thenewparish.com
Beer Bust @ SF Eagle
The classic leather bar's most popular Sunday daytime event in town draws the menfolk. Beer bust donations benefit local nonprofits (Check the website for a list of recipients). 3pm-6pm. Now also on Saturdays. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com
Big Top @ Beaux
The fun Castro nightclub, with hot local DJs and sexy gogo guys and gals. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.Beauxsf.com
Domingo De Escandal @ Club OMG
Weekly Latin night with drag shows hosted by Vicky Jimenez and DJ Luis. 7pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Femme, Xtravaganza @ Balancoire
Weekly live music shows with various acts, along with brunch, mimosas, champagne and more, at the stylish nightclub and restaurant; shows at 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 2:45pm. After that, T-Dance drag shows at 7pm, 10pm and 11pm. 2565 Mission St. at 21st. 920-0577. www.balancoiresf.com
GlamaZone @ The Cafe
Pollo del Mar's weekly drag show takes on different themes with a comic edge. 8:30-11:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Jock @ The Lookout
Enjoy the weekly jock-ular fun, with DJed dance music at sports team fundraisers. 12pm-1am. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
?Nightclubbing @ Oasis
The San Francisco Album Project, the music, drag and theatre collective, perform different interpretations (but non-remixed audio) of Grace Jones' entire classic album, Nightclubbing; with Carnie Asada, Clammy Faye, Fauxnique, Johnny Kat, Landa Lakes, Mahlae Balenciaga, Qween, Suppositori Spelling, U-Phoria, Roxanne RedMeat, Roxy-Cotton Candy, Dulce DeLeche. $15-$20. 8pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Sunday's a Drag @ Starlight Room
Donna Sachet hosts the weekly fabulous brunch and drag show, now celebrating its tenth anniversary. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 395-8595. www.starlightroomsf.com
Monday, Jan. 25
Dina Martina @ Oasis
The hilarious drag performer returns with her new show, Sitting Ovations 2. $22. 7pm & 9pm. Also Jan. 26. 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Drag Mondays @ The Cafe
Mahlae Balenciaga and DJ Kidd Sysko's weekly drag and dance night, 2014's last of the year. 9pm-1am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Epic Karaoke @ White Horse, Oakland
Mondays and Tuesdays popular weekly sing-along night. No cover. 8:30pm-1am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com
Gaymer Meetup @ Brewcade
The weekly LGBT video game enthusiast night include big-screen games and signature beers, with a new remodeled layout, including an outdoor patio. No cover. 7pm-11pm. 2200 Market St. www.brewcadesf.com
Hysteria @ Martuni's
Irene Tu and Jessica Sele cohost the comedy open mic night for women and queers. No cover. 6pm-8:30pm. 4 Valencia St.
I Want to Believe @ Oasis
Watch all six new X-Files episodes, enjoy X-Files-themed drag acts and trivia, hosted by Linty and Mannequin. $3. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Karaoke Night @ SF Eagle
Sing along, with guest host Nick Radford. 8pm-12am. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com
Mahogany Mondays @ Midnight Sun
Honey Mahogany's weekly drag and musical talent show starts around 10pm. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Monday Musicals @ The Edge
Sing along at the popular musical theatre night; also Wednesdays. 7pm-2am. 2 for 1 cocktail, 5pm-closing. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com
No No Bingo @ Virgil's Sea Room
Mica Sigourney and Tom Temprano cohost the wacky weekly game night at the cool Mission bar. 8pm. 3152 Mission St. www.virgilssf.com
Opulence @ Beaux
Weekly dance night, with Jocques, DJs Tori, Twistmix and Andre. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Piano Bar 101 @ Martuni's
Sing-along night with talented locals, and charming accompanist Joe Wicht (aka Trauma Flintstone). 9pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com
PWR BTTM @ Rickshaw Stop
The New York power-punk duo performs; Dude York and Try the Pie also play. $10. 8pm. All ages. 155 Fell St. www.rickshawstop.com www.pwrbttm.bandcamp.com
Queer Jitterbugs @ Club Deluxe
The weekly LGBT-friendly swing dance event return, with lessons, social dancing and fun. $25-$40 for 4-week lessons at 6:30-7:30pm (also ASL-friendly). Free drop-ins 7:30pm-8pm. Dancing til 11pm. 1511 Haight St. at Ashbury. www.QueerJitterbugs.com
Underwear Night @ 440
Strip down to your skivvies at the popular men's night. 9pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com
Sampson McCormick in My Spirit Animal is a Butch Lesbian @ Punch Line
Tuesday, Jan. 26
Block Party @ Midnight Sun
Weekly screenings of music videos, concert footage, interviews and more, of popular pop stars. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Cock Shot @ Beaux
Shot specials and adult Bingo games, with DJs Chad Bays and Riley Patrick, at the new weekly night. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Funny Tuesdays @ Harvey's
Ronn Vigh hosts the weekly LGBT and gay-friendly comedy night. One-drink or menu item minimum. 9pm. 500 Castro St. at 18th. 431-HARV. www.harveyssf.com
Gaymer Night @ Eagle
Gay gaming fun on the bar's big screen TVs. Have a nerdgasm and a beer with your pals. 8pm. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com
Meow Mix @ The Stud
The weekly themed variety cabaret showcases new and unusual talents; MC Ferosha Titties. $3-$7. Show at 11pm. 9pm-2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com
My Spirit Animal is a Butch Lesbian @ Punch Line
Lesbian and gay comics Ash Fisher, Karen Ripley and Sampson McCormick returns with their hilarious shared comedy show. $15. 8pm. 18+. 444 Battery St. www.punchlinecomedyclub.com
Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre
Strip down as the strippers also take it all off. $20. 9pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com
Retro Night @ 440 Castro
Jim Hopkins plays classic pop oldies, with vintage music videos. 9pm-2am. 44 Castro St. www.the440.com
Sergio Mendes @ Yoshi's Oakland
The legendary bandleader, composer, and pianist performs Brazilian jazz with his band. $64. 8pm & 10pm. Jan. 27, 7:30pm, 9:30pm. 510 Embaracadero West, Oakland (510) 238-9200. www.yoshis.com
Switch @ Q Bar
Weekly women's night at the stylish intimate bar. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Trivia Night @ Hi Tops
Play the trivia game at the popular new sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com
Una Noche @ Club BnB, Oakland
Vicky Jimenez' drag show and contest; Latin music all night. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com
Underwear Night @ Club OMG
Weekly underwear night includes free clothes check, and drink specials. $4. 10pm-2am. Preceded by Open Mic Comedy, 7pm, no cover. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Wednesday, Jan. 27
Aiden James @ Beatbox
The Philadelphia gay singer-songwriter performs in a live music night with Honey Mahogany and Brian Kent. $10-$25. 7pm. 314 11th St. www.aidenjamesmusic.com www.beatboxsf.com
Bedlam @ Beaux
New weekly event with DJs Haute Toddy, Guy Ruben, Mercedez Munro and Abominatrix. Wet T-shirt/jock contest at 11pm. $5-$10. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Bone @ Powerhouse
New weekly punk-alternative music night hosted by Uel Renteria and Johnny Rockitt. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Bottoms Up Bingo @ Hi Tops
Play board games and win offbeat prizes at the popular sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com
B.P.M. @ Club BnB, Oakland
Olga T and Shugga Shay's weekly queer women and men's R&B hip hop and soul night, at the club's new location. No cover. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway, Oakland. www.bench-and-bar.com
Dream Queens Revue @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Collette LeGrande, Ruby Slippers, Sophilya Leggz, Bobby Ashton, Sheena Rose, Kipper, and Joie de Vivre perform at the classic old school drag show. No cover. 9:30-11:30pm. 133 Turk St. www.dreamqueensrevue.com
Lady Rizo @ Great American Music Hall
The passionate, funny and amazing singer returns with her new show. Rosin Coven and Moondrunk open. $21-$26. 8pm. 859 O'Farrell St. www.slimspresents.com
Latin Drag Night @ Club OMG
Weekly Latin night with drag shows hosted by Vicky Jimenez. 9pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Man Francisco @ Oasis
The sexy, funny weekly male burlesque show returns; choreographed by Christopher James Dunn, with Colin, Darius, Thomas and Jon. Mr Pam MCs. $20. 2-drink min. 9:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Miss Kitty's Trivia Night @ Wild Side West
The weekly fun night at the Bernal Heights bar includes prizes, hosted by Kitty Tapata. No cover. 7pm-10pm. 424 Cortland St. 647-3099. www.wildsidewest.com
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats @ The Fillmore
The funk-rock-folk band performs; Paper Bird opens. $25. 8pm. Also Jan. 28. 1805 Geary Blvd. (800) 745-3000. www.thefillmore.com
Open Mic/Comedy @ SF Eagle
Kollin Holts hosts the weekly comedy and open mic talent night. 6pm-8pm. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com
Pussy Party @ Beaux
Ladies night at the Castro dance club. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Shit Talk @ Oasis
Yuri Kagan's comedy night, with Zorba Jevon Hughes, Stefani Silverman, Irene Tu, Jesus U Betta Work, and Emily Epstein White. $5. 7pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
So You Think You Can Gogo? @ Toad Hall
The weekly dancing competition for gogo wannabes. 9pm. cash prizes, $2 well drinks (2 for 1 happy hour til 9pm). Show at 9pm. 4146 18th St. www.toadhallbar.com
Way Back @ Midnight Sun
Weekly screenings of vintage music videos and retro drink prices. Check out the new expanded front window lounge. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Wooden Nickel Wednesday @ 440
Buy a drink and get a wooden nickle good for another. 12pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com
Thursday, Jan. 28
Bulge @ Powerhouse
Grace Towers hosts the racy night with a $100 wet undies buldge contest at midnight. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Funny Fun @ Club 21, Oakland
Weekly LGBT and straight comedy night hosted by Dan Mires. $10. 8pm. 2111 Franklin St. Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com
Gym Class @ Hi Tops
Enjoy whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com
Literary Speakeasy @ Martuni's
The monthly reading event at the intimate martini bar's lounge this time features Cassandra Dallett, Willian Taylor, Jr., Tarin Towers, and Elizabeth Creely. James J. Siegel MCs. 7pm. 4 Valencia St.
Marilyn Maye @ Feinstein's at the Nikko
Music veteran performs her classy cabaret tribute to the songs of Johnny Mercer. Also Jan. 29. $45-$65. 8pm. (2-drink min.) Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. (855-636-4556. www.feinsteinsSF.com
Mary Go Round @ Lookout
Mercedez Munro and Holotta Tymes' weekly drag show. $5. 10:30pm show. DJ Philip Grasso. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
The Monster Show @ The Edge
The weekly drag show with themed nights, gogo guys and hilarious fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com
My So-Called Night @ Beaux
Carnie Asada hosts a new weekly '90s-themed video, dancin', drinkin' night, with VJs Jorge Terez. Get down with your funky bunch, and enjoy 90-cent drinks. '90s-themed attire and costume contest. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Nap's Karaoke @ Virgil's Sea Room
Sing out loud at the weekly least judgmental karaoke in town, hosted by the former owner of the bar. No cover. 9pm. 3152 Mission St. 829-2233. www.virgilssf.com
Picante @ The Cafe
Lulu and DJ Marco's Latin night with sexy gogo guys. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Queer Karaoke @ Club OMG
Dana hosts the weekly singing night; unleash your inner American Idol. 8pm. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Skate Night @ Church on 8 Wheels
Groove on wheels at the former Sacred Heart Church-turned disco roller skate party space, hosted by John D. Miles, the "Godfather of Skate." Also Wed, Thu, 7pm-10pm. Sat afternoon sessions 1pm-2:30pm and 3pm-5:30pm. $10. Kids 12 and under $5. Skate rentals $5. 554 Fillmore St at Fell. www.churchof8wheels.com
Thirsty Thursdays @ The Cafe
Drink specials, Top 40, gogo studs and no cover, 2 for 1 cocktails until 10:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Throwback Thursdays @ Qbar
Enjoy retro 80s soul, dance and pop classics with DJ Jorge Terez. No cover. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Thump @ White Horse, Oakland
Weekly electro music night with DJ Matthew Baker and guests. 9pm-2am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com
Thursday Night Live @ SF Eagle
Music night with local and touring bands. $8. 9:30pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com
Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night; December 31: a "cheap New Year's Eve."10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com
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