As Pride events reach a peak, we defiantly celebrate while keeping a suspicious eye on what the July 4 holiday means these days. Either way, we've got arts and nightlife events in every color of the rainbow, right here in Going Out.
(Click here for listings of LGBTQ movies, TV series, podcasts and community organizations.)
DANCE, OPERA, THEATER
& Juliet @ Orpheum Theatre
The North American Tour of the hit Broadway jukebox musical offers a different take on Shakespeare's tragic teen heroine. $58-$260, July 1-27, 1192 Market St. www.broadwaysf.com
Aztlan @ Magic Theatre
World premiere of Luis Alfaro's play that combines Mayan mythology and modern life struggles. $35-$75, thru July 13. Fort Mason, 2 Marina Blvd., Bldg D, 3rd floor. www.magictheatre.org
Brava Theatre Center
Plays, dance, comedy and music concerts mostly by BIPOC women. 2781 24th St. Also other shows at Brava Cabaret, 2773 24th St. www.brava.org
Circus Bella
'Hoopla!,' the local circus company's new free outdoor shows feature clowns, acrobats, jugglers, live music and family-friendly fun, at venues around the Bay Area, thru July 26. www.circusbella.org
Co-Founders @ A.C.T.'s Strand Theater
World premiere of Ryan Nicole Austin, Beau Lewis, and Adesha Adefela's hip-hop musical about unlikely partners chasing their career dreams. $25-$130, thru July 6, 1127 Market St. www.act-sf.org (Readour review.)
Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean @ Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
World premiere of Ashley Robinson, Dan Gillespie Sells and Shakina's musical adaptation based on Ed Graczyk's play about a reunion of old friends with a surprise. $34-$115, thru July 13, 500 Castro St. www.theatreworks.org. (Read our interviews with the cocreators.)
The Compton's Cafeteria Riot @ Coco's Pop-up
Collette LeGrande, Donna Personna and Mark Nassar's immersive play about the 1966 historic pre-Stonewall uprising of drag and trans patrons at the Tenderloin diner, with breakfast served. $75, Fri & Sat. thru July 26. 835 Larkin St. www.comptonscafeteriariot.com (Read our feature article.)
Copacabana Supper Club @ Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts, Oakland
Newly renovated venue hosts a festive immersive dinner theater experience of food, drinks and a Carnaval theme with singers, dancers and live music. $59-$189, thru June 29, 10 10th St. www.hjkarts.com (Read our review.)
CounterPulse
Arts center for experimental innovative performance, dance and art, often with a queer focus. 80 Turk St. www.counterpulse.org
Dance Mission Theater
Space for dance lessons, concerts with a modern often sociopolitical edge. 3316 24th St. www.dancemissiontheater.org
Dear San Francisco @ Club Fugazi
The 'high-flying love story' weaves local history with acrobatic theatrics and live music by The 7 Fingers company, now with new cast members; extended run after its 1000th show. $35-$99. 678 Green St. www.clubfugazisf.com
Do You Feel Anger? @ Marin Theatre, Mill Valley
Mara Nelson-Greenberg's satirical workplace comedy is performed. $47-$85, thru June 29, 397 Miller Ave. www.marintheatre.org
Frameline49 @ Bay Area Cinemas
The annual SF LGBTQ International Film Festival returns with 150+ feature, documentary and short films, screening at various theaters (Herbst, Roxie, Vogue, Oasis, Proxy, New Parkway and others) June 29. www.frameline.org (Read our first of three features.)
Happy Pleasant Valley @ Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek
World premiere of Min Kahng's 'Senior Sex Scandal Murder Mystery Musical,' $66-$70, thru June 29, 1601 Civic Drive, www.centerrep.org
Kyles' @ Theatre Rhinoceros
Olivia Bratko's solo cabaret play, subtitled 'Kyle (x7) Has A Complicated Relationship With Reality And With Himself,' makes its local debut. Donations, July 3-18, 4229 18th St. www.therhino.org
The Laramie Project @ Theatre Rhinoceros
Elevated staged reading of Moisés Kaufman and Tectonic Theatre Project's drama about the murder of Matthew Shepard and its lasting effect on the small town. $17.50-$35, thru June 29, 4229 18th St. www.therhino.org
The Last Goat @ Berkeley City Club
Gary Graves' play about a young Greek woman facing a dilemma of leaving her grandmother for a strange man. J$35-$45, June 28-July 27, 2315 Durant Ave. www.centralworks.org
Luigi the Musical @ Taylor Street Theatre
The much-hyped, controversial musical one-act satire about alleged healthcare CEO assassin Luigi Mangione continues to sell out. June 27 & 28 at 277 Taylor St., with added July dates at the theatre and Independent nightclub (628 Divisadero). www.luigithemusical.info
The Marsh
New and return engagements with acclaimed local storytellers and performers at SF and Berkeley stages. John Fisher's 'The Doodler,' thru July 6, SF. 1062 Valencia St. SF., and 2120 Allston Way, Berkeley. Each $20-$100. www.themarsh.org
My Fair Lady @ SF Playhouse
The company performs Lerner & Loewe's classic musical based on George Bernard Shaw's 'Pygmalion' about a British cockney woman transformed by a linguistics expert. $52-$135, July 3-Sept. 13, 450 Post St. www.sfplayhouse.org
Pagliacci in the Park
Festival Opera performs Ruggero Leoncavello's classic one-act tragic clown opera; June 26, 6pm, free at Orinda Community Park, 28 Orinda Way; June 29, 4pm at Civic Park, 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. www.festivalopera.org
Pride Comedy Night @ Chase Center
Thrive City and HellaFunny host a third annual night of stand-up comics Oliver Graves, Pallavi Gunalan, Ronnie Reddick and The Privé Cabaret, Marcus Williams, Stroy Moyd, Wonder Dave and Honotan Ortiz; free, June 26, 5:30pm, 1 Warriors Way. www.chasecenter.com
San Francisco Mime Troupe
The company performs its new show, Michael Gene Sullivan & Marie Cartier and Daniel Savio's 'Disruption: A Musical Farce,' about SF tech industry and contemporary political themes, at various outdoor venues around the Bay Area, July 4-Aug. 3 (Opening weekend in SF's Dolores Park July 4 & 5 and Yerba Buena Gardens July 6). www.sfmt.org
San Francisco Opera @ War Memorial Opera House
The company performs new and classic operas, with online livestreams; Pride Concert, $30-$225, with host Sapphira Cristál, opera soloists (mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton, baritone Brian Mulligan and mezzo-soprano Nikola Printz), DJ Juantia MORE! at the afterparty, June 27, 7:30pm 301 Van Ness Ave. (Read our feature article.) 'Bohéme Out of the Box,' free outdoor performances of an abbreviated version of Puccini's 'La Bohéme' thru June 29, in Sausalito, San Ramon, Los Altos Hills and Hayward. www.sfopera.com
The Sound of Music @ Berkeley Playhouse
The classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical about the Von Trapp family and their singing governess in pre-WWII Austria is performed. $19-$55, thru June 29, 2640 College Ave. www.berkeleyplayhouse.org
Sweat @ Lucie Stern Theatre, Palo Alto
Palo Alto Players performs Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize-winning play about laid-off Pennsylvania factory workers. $20-$63, thru June 29, 1305 Middlefield Road. www.paplayers.org
True West @ Town Hall Theater, Lafayette
Sam Shepard's intense play about rivalry between two brothers is given a Latinx reframing. $20-$45, thru June 28, 3535 School St. ww.townhalltheatre.com
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
25th anniversary season of free outdoor performances by local and visiting music, dance, circus, literary and theater artists; continues on various days thru Nov. 1, 4th St. at Mission. www.ybgfestival.org
LITERARY, LECTURES, SPECIAL EVENTS
Book Passage
Indie bookshops hosts local best-selling author events. 1 Ferry Bldg., SF; Corte Madera, 51 Tamal Vista Blvd. www.bookpassage.com
Book Society, Berkeley
East Bay book and wine shop. 2945 College Ave. www.booksociety.social
Books & Letters, Guerneville
The Russian River shop hosts readings by local and visiting authors, including LGBTQ writers and poets. 14045 Armstrong Woods Road. www.booksletters.com
Books Inc.
Author events at several locations; Opera Plaza store, 601 Van Ness Ave. Also shops on 2251 Chestnut St., in Berkeley (closing soon), Laurel Village, Campbell, San Leandro and Palo Alto. www.booksinc.net
Booksmith
The popular indie bookstore hosts author events and joins forces with Fabulosa Books to send banned LGBTQ books to people and libraries. Donate online or in person. 1727 Haight St. www.booksmith.com
City Lights Bookstore
Historic North Beach bookstore hosts frequent literary events. 261 Columbus Ave. www.citylights.com
Commonwealth Club
Local and world affairs discussion panels with authors, scholars and politicians. 110 The Embarcadero. www.commonwealthclub.org
De Colores @ Mission District
Multiple arts events celebrate LGBTQ Latin artists, June 28, 12pm-8pm, including visual artists, Queerchata dance class, Mariachi CMC, Chavalos Danza, Baruch Porras-Hernandez, and more. www.paseoartistico.org
Dyke March @ Dolores Park
Annual march for lesbians and supporters starts with a rally at Dolores & 18th streets, June 28, 5pm. www.thedykemarch.org
Fabulosa Books
In-store and online monthly (4th Saturdays) book club group discussion of literary works, 8:30pm-10pm. Donate (online or in-person) to the Books Not Bans campaign. 489 Castro St. www.fabulosabooks.com
Ghost Tours
Guided tours and pub crawls of SF locations known for their alleged spooky history. $19-$75. www.sfghosts.com
Green Apple Books
Popular bookstore has an extensive collection and frequent author events. 1231 9th Ave. www.greenapplebooks.com
Jewish Community Pride Events
Community talks, religious ceremonies and more through June. www.jweekly.com
Kayo Books
Fun bookstore sells vintage collectibles and pulp paperbacks, including many LGBTQ titles, at its new location. 907 Post St. www.kayobooks.com
Kepler's Books, Menlo Park
South Bay bookstore hosts author events. 1010 El Camino Real #100. www.keplers.org
Literary Speakeasy @ Martuni's
James J. Siegel hosts the monthly authors and poets night (last Thursdays, 7pm). 10-year anniversary June 26, with Baruch Porras Hernandez, Jase Peeples, MK Chavez, Cassandra Dallett ; and musical guest Matt Jaffe. 4 Valencia St.
Manny's
The cafe and event space hosts engaging talks with prominent authors, activists and politicians, viewing parties and more. 3092 16th St. www.welcometomannys.com
Marin County Tours
Enjoy nature hikes, bike rides, aquatic adventures in parks, trails and farms in Marin County. www.visitmarin.org
Medicine for Nightmares
Bookstore and gallery hosts a variety of events; poetry, music, workshops and author talks. 3036 24th St. www.medicinefornightmares.com
Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore, Berkeley
Author events and signings. 2904 College Ave. www.mrsdalloways.com
Oakland LGBTQ Community Center
Frequent workshops, discussion panels, clinic testing, vaccines, film screenings and more. 490 Lakepark Ave. www.oaklandlgbtqcenter.org
Queer Words
Listen to online literary chats hosted by author Wayne Goodman, with guests Kelliane Parker, Brian Broome, Michael Nava, Vi Khi Nao, Anne Shade, Brontez Purnell, Christopher Castellani, the late Leslie Cohen and many others. www.queerwords.org
Sequins, Revolution and the Future
The LGBTQ History Project hosts an online conversation with original Cockettes Scrumbly Koldewyn, Pam Tent and Tahara, moderated by August Bernadicou. Donations, June 28, 12pm. www.lgbtqhp.org
SF Hiking Club
Weekend hikes with LGBTQ nature lovers. www.sfhiking.com
SF Jewish Community Center
The center hosts lectures, art exhibits, classes and more. 3200 California St. www.jccsf.org
SF LGBT Center
Events, exhibits, talks, film screenings and workshops. Queer Prom: Twilight, an all-ages goth glam night of DJed music, performances, mocktails, food; costumes encouraged, June 28, 6pm-10pm. 'Queer & Proud; a Celebration of Lesbian Visibility,' exhibit. Queer & Well, the Center's wellness program, includes informative workshops, yoga classes, health clinics, housing, self-defense classes, and financial workshops. 1800 Market St. 1634 Jerrold Ave. www.sfcenter.org
SF Public Library
Check out books and DVDs, see various book-themed exhibits. 100 Larkin St. Pride-themed events at other branches thru June. www.sfpl.org
Strut SF
Literary readings, art exhibits and community talks at the LGBTQ health center. Rolando Saenz' exhibit 'Echoes: Beginner's Mind.' Queer Open Mic 3rd Tuesdays. 470 Castro St. www.sfaf.org
Surreal San Francisco Walking Tour
Clyde Always' creative outdoor cutely knowledgeable two-hour tour of Mission, Castro and Duboce Triangle areas. $32. Mon-Thu & Sat. 10am & 2pm. www.clydealways.com (Read our feature article.)
Trans March @ Dolores Park
Annual rally and march in support of trans rights. June 27, 11am-4pm, Start at Dorores @ 18th. www.transmarch.org
Walnut Creek Pride
LGBTQ events include Rainbow Family Storytime, Drag Queen Bingo and more, at various locations thru June. www.walnutcreekartsrec.org
Will & Willie Show @ Music City SF
Comic and social commentator Will Durst talks with former mayor Willie Brown at the nightclub/restaurant. $15-$20, June 28, 6pm, meet & greet 7pm; DJed dancing afterward. 1355 Bush St. www.eventbrite.com
Yerba Buena Pride
Various events through June include a Block Party hosted by Peaches Christ with DJ Lady Ryan, June 26, 5pm-11:30pm; Queertopia at Hotel W, June 27, 8pm-12am; Pride on the Great Lawn, June 28, 2pm-4pm; Drag Me to Brunch at Hotel W, June 28, 11:30am-1:30pm. www.yerbabuena.org/events/pride
MUSIC
The 222, Healdsburg
Jazz, classical & contemporary music concerts, authors & artist talks and more. 222 Healdsburg Ave. www.the222.org
924 Gilman, Oakland
Rock and punk music venue. 924 Gilman St. www.924gilman.org
Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center
International music and dance nights at the East Bay include folk, Samba, jazz and more; frequent Grateful Dead tribute nights. 1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley. www.ashkenaz.com
Bimbo's 365 Club
Varied music acts in rock, jazz and pop perform. 1025 Columbus Ave. www.bimbos365club.com
Blackstar Symphony @ Davies Symphony Hall
Gail Ann Dorsey, John Cameron Mitchell, band leader Donny McCaslin and members of the SF Symphony perform an orchestrated version of David Bowie's final album, 'Blackstar' and some of his hit songs. $99-$325, June 26 & 27, 7:30pm, 201 Van Ness Ave. www.sfsymphony.org (Read our interview with Gail Ann Dorsey.)
Bottom of the Hill
The queer-friendly nightclub hosts concerts by local and touring rock, punk and other-genre indie bands. 1233 17th St. www.bottomofthehill.com
Brick & Mortar
The Mission/SoMa nightclub hosts music acts in a variety of genres. 1710 Mission St. www.brickandmortarmusic.com
Cafe du Nord
Intimate downstairs nightclub hosts musicians in a variety of genres. 2174 Market St. www.cafedunord.com
Cal Performances @ UC Berkeley
Concerts of classical, modern and world music at Zellerbach Hall. Other shows at Zellerbach Playhouse & Hertz Hall, UC Berkeley campus. www.calperformances.org
The Chapel
Spacious venue hosts rock music acts. Dyke March after-party with Fleetwood Macramé cover band, $28-$32, June 28, 8pm. 777 Valencia St. www.thechapelsf.com
Cornerstone, Berkeley
Brewery hosts diverse music acts. 2367 Shattuck Ave. www.cornerstoneberkeley.com
Feinstein's at the Nikko
The upscale nightclub presents cabaret concerts. Drag at The Nikko, with Katya Smirnoff-Skyy, Matthew Martin, Dulce De Leche, Snaxx and accompanist Joe Wicht, $25, June 27, 8pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. www.feinsteinssf.com
The Fillmore
Historic venue hosts concerts by new and classic rock, folk and pop musicians. 1805 Geary Blvd. www.livenation.com
Fox Theatre, Oakland
Elegant large theater hosts a variety of music and comedy acts. 1807 Telegraph Ave. www.thefoxoakland.com/
Freight & Salvage, Berkeley
Music venue presents folk, rock, blues musicians and more. Pride at The Freight concerts: The Wailin' Jennies, $89-$94, June 28, 8pm. Pride concert with host Vivki Randall, Linda Tillery, Pangaea Colter, B DeVeaux, Genesis Fermin, Diana Alvarez, Black Gold Sun, and members of the iconic group Tribe 8. $25-$43, June 29, 7pm. 2020 Addison St, Berkeley. Livestreams available for some shows. www.thefreight.org
Golden Gate Park Band @ Bandshell
The local stage band performs their weekly summer series of concerts, Sundays 1pm, thru Sept. 28. Music Concourse Drive. www.goldengateparkband.org
Great American Music Hall
Enjoy live music at the classic venue. 859 O'Farrell St. www.gamh.com
The Independent
Nightclub hosts upcoming and popular rock bands. Bay Pride Amplified with Emily Afton, Pillowprince, Cardboard People, Medscool, DJ Nobe. $30, June 28, 9pm. 628 Divisadero St. www.theindependentsf.com
The Ivy Room, Albany
East Bay nightclub hosts diverse music acts. 860 San Pablo Ave. www.ivyroom.com
Kesha, Scissor Sisters @ Shoreline Ampitheatre, Mountain View
Two pop/rock faves perform. $30-$193, July 3, 7pm, One Amphitheatre Parkway. www.ticketmaster.com
Kilowatt
The Mission bar hosts frequent indie music acts. 3160 16th St. www.kilowattbar.com
The Lab
Contemporary and experimental art, music concerts, and installations. 2948 16th St. www.thelab.org
The Lost Church
Intimate music and theater venue presents local and touring performers in a variety of genres. Comedy variety show June 19, 8pm, $17-$20. 988 Columbus Ave. www.thelostchurch.org
Marin Jazz, San Rafael
Monthly concerts from the new jazz series. Marin Center Showcase Theater, 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. www.marinjazz.com (Read our interview with Marin Jazz CEO Todd Ghanizadeh.)
The Masonic
Large theater hosts notable music and comedy acts. 1111 California St. www.livenation.com
Mission Dolores Basilica
The historic church hosts concerts and recitals each second Sunday. 3321 16th St. www.missiondolores.org
Noe Music
In-person and online concerts in many genres; classical, folk, early music. 1021 Sanchez St. www.noemusic.org
Noontime Concerts @ Old Saint Mary's Cathedral
Enjoy concerts in a variety of genres. Tuesdays at 12:30pm. 660 California St. www.noontimeconcerts.org (Read our interview with pianist and artistic advisor Dr. Carl Blake.)
Old First Concerts
Enjoy in-person, live-streamed and archived music concerts of classic and contemporary music. Le Due Muse June 22, 4pm. Sixth Station Trio June 28, 8pm & 29 at 4pm. 1751 Sacramento St. www.oldfirstconcerts.org
Paramount Theater, Oakland
Art Deco concert hall hosts music and comedy acts in a variety of genres. 2025 Broadway. www.paramountoakland.org
Regency Ballroom
Large venue hosts concerts and special events. 1300 Van Ness Ave. www.theregencyballroom.com
Rickshaw Stop
Intimate venue hosts new, upcoming pop and rock music acts and dance nights. 155 Fell St. www.rickshawstop.com
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
Frequent concerts of classical and contemporary music by students, faculty and visiting artists, most free. Merola Opera Program's 'A Grand Night for Singing: An American Songfest,' a voice and piano recital concert of American Songbook classics, $18-$38, June 26, 7:30pm (www.merola.org). 50 Oak St. www.sfcm.edu
San Francisco Performances @ Herbst Theatre
Chamber music, classical, vocal concerts and recitals. 401 Van Ness Ave. www.sfperformances.org
San Francisco Symphony @ Davies Symphony Hall
Classical and contemporary music concerts. 201 Van Ness Ave. www.sfsymphony.org
SF Jazz
The acclaimed venue presents their concert series. 201 Franklin St. www.sfjazz.org
SF Live Arts @ Cyprian's
Concerts by acclaimed musicians in a variety of genres. 2097 Turk St. www.sflivearts.org
Shakira @ Oracle Park
The Latin pop diva performs. $231-$953, June 30, 7:30pm, 24 Willie Mays Plaza. www.ticketmaster.com
Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus @ Hammer Theatre Center, San Jose
The chorus' Desperate Measures ensemble performs a Pride concert themed 'Love,' $25-$45, June 26, 7:30pm, 101 Paseo de San Antonio.
Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
Intimate restaurant, nightclub and music venue presents all kinds of music, in the historic Masonic Lodge. 9 Corte Madera Ave. www.sweetwatermusichall.com
Thee Stork Club, Oakland
East Bay nightclub hosts a variety of music acts. 2330 Telegraph Ave. www.theestorkclub.com
The Warfield
Concert venue hosts rock bands, comics and more. 982 Market St. www.thewarfieldtheatre.com
Yoshi's
The elegant nightclub-restaurant features jazz and R&B musicians. Melba's Kitchen, an all-women big band, perform music by Black women composers Meelba Liston, Mary Lou Williams and more. $25, June 26, 8pm. 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. www.yoshis.com
NIGHTLIFE
440 Castro
Friendly neighborhood bar has ample outdoor seating, indoor Monday underwear parties, and two bars. Battle of the Bulges with $150 cash prize, hosted by Baruch Porras-Hernandez, 2nd Tuesdays. 440 Castro St. www.the440.com
Above It All @ Charmaine's
4th annual Pride parade viewing party and rooftop soirée, with DJ Hawthorne, hosts Suzan Revah and Nick Sincere, $28.50, June 29, 12pm-6pm, Proper Hotel, 1100 Market St. www.eventbrite.com
Abrazo Queer Tango @ Finnish Hall, Berkeley
Beginning and intermediate tango lessons and parties. 1970 Chestnut St. www.abrazoqueertango.wordpress.com
The Academy
LGBTQ social club offers membership, plus public events, art exhibits, music, community talks, wine-tastings and more. Vocalist Jason Brock and pianist Dee Spencer, first Weds. 7pm-9pm. 2166 Market St. www.academy-sf.com
After Dark @ Exploratorium
Evening cocktail parties at the interactive science museum, with different themes; Thursdays 6pm-10pm. Pride 'Queer Science' event June 26. Pier 15 (Embarcadero at Green St.) www.exploratorium.edu
Afterglow Pride: Galactic Gardens @ Space 550
Comfort & Joy's annual groovy glowy super-queer party returns, with DJs Denise, Tiny Time, Homero Espinosa and a performance by Ultra Naté! Plus playa aart, fruit, comfy zones and more. $44-$161, June 28, 10pm-6am, 550 Barneveld St. www.cnj.world
Aunt Charlie's Lounge
The intimate historic bar serves strong drinks and hosts frequent drag shows. DJ Bus Station John's Tubesteak Connection, $10, June 26, 9pm-2am. 133 Turk St. www.facebook.com
Badlands
The historic bar hosts nightly dancing, drag shows, and Sunday Tea Dance. 4121 18th St. www.sfbadlands.com (Read our news article.)
Bar49
New Castro bar and restaurant hosts events, 49+ beer and wine selections, and weekend brunch. 2296 Market St. www.bar49sf.com
Bearracuda @ Public Works
18th annual Pride dance party for the big beary men, cubs, otters and their admirers, with DJs David Harness, Paul Goodyear and Phillip Grasso. $36 and up, June 28, 9pm-3am, 161 Erie St. www.eventbrite.com
Beaux
Popular Castro club with drag entertainers, drinks and food. Corazon, a Latin night, 4th Fridays. Shangri-La second Saturdays. Latin Divas Live 4th Saturdays, You/nique 3rd Saturdays. Big Top Sundays; Pan Dulce Wednesdays, Friday Manimal and Circuit Papi with cute gogo dancers. Drag brunch Sat & Sun, 2pm & 4pm and weekly 'Drag Race' guest shows and viewings. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Blackbird
Classy Duboce area bar known for its artisanal cocktails. 2124 Market St. www.blackbirdbar.com
Blush Wine Bar
Popular wine bar also has a tasty food menu, live music events, too. 476 Castro St. www.blushwinebar.com
Bong-O Bingo @ Mission Cannabis Club
The rainbow herbal Pride edition of the pot game night, with DJ Dank, Thee Pristine Condition, games and prizes. $15/21+, June 28, 6pm-9pm. 2441 Mission St. www.missioncannabisclub.com
Brüt SF @ Great Northern
The hot circuit party returns for Pride, with DJs Matt Suave, Dave Aude & Brian Kent. $49, June 27, 10pm-4am, 119 Utah St. www.brutparty.com
The Cafe
Popular Castro nightclub with a dance floor and lounge areas, two bars, drag shows and gogo dancers on select nights; Picante Latin night on Thursdays. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Casements Bar
DJ Dank spins at the bar's Pride party, June 26, 6pm-9pm, 2351 Mission St. www.casementsbar.com
Castro Country Club
Sober space with meetings, events, art exhibits and a cafe; also host nonprofit of the monthly Mascara drag show at Eureka Valley Rec. Center, 100 Collingwood St., hosted by Ophelia Knightly. 4058 18th St. www.castrocountryclub.org
Castro Night Market
New outdoor event with food vendors, merchant booths and live entertainment, select 3rd Fridays. www.castronightmarket.com
Castro Stroll
Shopping promotions, live music, art galleries and more. www.instagram.com/castrostroll
The Cat Club
SoMa nightclub hosts a variety of events, including New Wave retro nights, Dancing Ghosts dark wave and '80s glam pop. 1190 Folsom St. www.sfcatclub.com
The Cinch
Historic bar in the Polk district. 1723 Polk St. www.cinchsf.com
Club 1220
Walnut Creek's gay bar, with drag shows, karaoke and dance nights. 1220 Pine St., Walnut Creek. www.club1220.com
Decant SF
Lesbian-owned wine bar and shop with tasting and culinary events, local delivery and shipping. 1168 Folsom St. www.decantsf.com
Detour
Castro bar and restaurant with pinball and arcade games; drag bingo Wed. nights. 2200 Market St. www.detoursf.com
DNA Lounge
SoMa nightclub hosts many queer-friendly events; Indie Oasis' Big Gay Day Party, June 28, $5-$10, 3pm-9pm. Eden SF women's party, $25-$29, June 28, 9pm-2:30am. Ascend: Neon Rainbow with Eric Vilar and Nina Flowers, $25-$100, June 29, 10:30pm-5am. Also goth nights, cosplay and themed events, Monday night Hubba burlesque show. 475 11th St. www.dnalounge.com
Drag Me Downtown @ One Market
Third annual free pop-up drag shows at downtown venues; $10 drag swag bags benefit the Transgender District. Fridays thru June, 5pm-8pm. June 27 block party with Bobby Friday, Peaches Christ, Major Hammy and Tila Pia, at 240 Front St. www.eventbrite.com
Drag Me to Brunch @ W San Francisco
Deja Skye, Miss Shugana, Madd-Dogg 20/20, Bobby Friday, and Sydni Deveraux perform at the hotel's brunch, $93 and up, June 28, 11:30am-1:30pm. 181 3rd St. www.eventbrite.com
Driftwood
Mixed cocktail bar hosts occasional queer-specific events. 1225 Folsom St. www.driftwoodbarsf.com
The Edge
Musical Mondays, The Monster Show (Thursdays), Beards & Booze and other events at the popular bar celebrating five decades. 4149 18th St. www.edgesf.com (Read our feature on The Monster Show.)
El Rio
The popular bar with a spacious outdoor patio hosts multiple LGBTQ events, including Hard French, Daytime Realness, Mango, Karaokiki with Dulce de Leche (Thursdays 9pm), live bands, comedy and more. 3158 Mission St. www.elriosf.com
The EndUp
Historic SoMa nightclub hosts straight, gay and whatever late-night dance events. 401 6th St. www.theendupsf.com
Eros
SF's queer sex club in a new location (site of the historic Bulldog Baths), open daily at 2pm to 10pm-12am; memberships available. 18+ only. $10-$30. 132 Turk St. www.erossf.com
Feelmore Social, Oakland
LGBTQ cocktail bar with a cool ambiance. 1542 Broadway. www.feelmoresocial.com (Read our feature article.)
Fireside Lounge, Alameda
Woman-owned LGBT-friendly bar with live shows, outdoor lounge, cool cocktails. 1453 Webster St. www.thefiresidelounge.com
Fluid510, Oakland
Nightclub blends LGBTQ, straight and fluid patronage. Wed-Fri, 4pm-2am. Sat & Sun 10am-2am. 1544 Broadway. www.fluid510.com (Read our feature article and our coverage of evening Jush Sundays and daytime drag brunch.)
Gilman Brewing Company
The bar hosts frequent LGBTQ events. 912 Gilman St. www.gilmanbrew.com
Ginger's
The historic downtown cocktail bar has DJed nights Wed-Thu 5pm-12am, 86 Hardie Place. www.gingers.bar
Golden Bull, Oakland
LGBTQ-friendly bar presents diverse live music acts and DJed events. 412 14th St. www.goldenbullbar.com
Hi Tops
Popular sports bar with multiple TV screens, events, and an irresistible snack menu. 2247 Market St. www.hitopsbar.com
Hole in the Wall Saloon
Local rock DJs like Don Baird play at the SoMa 'friendly neighborhood gay biker bar.' 1369 Folsom St. www.blackwolfmetal.com Also, listen online: https://www.twitch.tv/donbaird
Jolene's
SoMa queer and woman/trans-owned nightclub and restaurant. Ongoing: Coyote Queer, second Saturdays, with DJs Koslov & Livv, and a costume contest. Queer Karaoke Thursdays; UHaul SF on Fridays. Sunday brunch drag show 11am-5pm. 2700 16th St. www.jolenessf.com
Juanita MORE!'s Pride Party @ 620 Jones
The fab annual party attracts a fab crowd, with DJs Infinite Jess, Subeaux, Page Hodel, Beverly Chills and Sgt. Die Wies. $60, June 29, 12pm-7[pm, 620 Jones St. Proceeds benefit the Transgender Law Center. Tickets cash only; see website for locations. www.juanitamore.com
Last Call
Small neighborhood bar with a fireplace and an old-school jukebox. 3988 18th St. https://www.thelastcallbar.com/
Lookout
Castro bar and restaurant with a panoramic view. Ongoing: MSG, a monthly drag show hosted by Sushi Rollita, 2nd Thursdays, 10:30pm. Also, Encore, the drag musical revue hosted by Nitrix Oxide (first Thursdays); Bounce (Sat. nights), Lips & Lashes Drag Brunch with host Carnie Asada (Sat. afternoons); Jock (Sunday nights), and frequent themed fundraisers. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
Lone Star Saloon
DJed events at the historic bear bar, special events like Cubcake, plus regular nights of rock music and patio hangouts. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com
Martuni's
The intimate martini bar hosts music and cabaret acts. Pianist Russell Deason hosts the fun weekly Monday Happy Hour open mic gathering, with guest pianists 5:30pm-1am. Katya Presents, Sundays 7pm, a monthly music series hosted by Katya Smirnoff-Skyy with pianist Joe Wicht. (Read our interview). James J. Siegel hosts Literary Speakeasy, last monthly Thursdays. 4 Valencia St. at Market.
Midnight Sun
The popular bar celebrates five decades. Timeline Tuesdays, Honeypot Fridays with gogo studs; Nitrix Oxide's Killer Queen, 3rd Sundays, 9pm; Galaxy Saturday nights with DJ Lu; K-Pop and drag shows like Munro's at Midnight, 10pm Monday nights, Thursday Media Noche and more. 4067 18th St. www.midnightsunsf.com
Mighty Real Pride @ Hotel Phoenix
Enjoy DJs David Harness, Tedd Patterson and a live performance by Inaya Day at the poolside party, before it closes! $100, June 29, 1pm-7pm, 601 Eddy St. www.eventbrite.com
Milk SF
Queer cafe in the Mission offers coffee, pastries, food, local drag shows. Sober Karaoke on 4th Wednesdays, 6pm-9:30pm. 302 Valencia St. www.milk-sf.com
The Mix
Castro bar with pool table, jukebox, popular patio. 4086 18th St.
Moby Dick
Popular neighborhood bar known for its colorful aquarium and tasty drinks celebrates 40 years. 4049 18th St. www.facebook.com/MobyDickBar
Mother Bar
Women's bar at the former Esta Noche is a welcome addition in the Mission. 3079 16th St. www.instagram.com/motherbarsf (Read our feature article.)
Oasis
The multiple award-winning nightclub's shows include mostly drag acts. Bark Before Dark Pup Pride Happy Hour June 26, 5pm-10pm. Sherry Vine's 'The (Second to) Last Showgirl,' June 26, 7pm. Hole underwear night June 26, 9:30pm. Ongoing: Princess, the weekly Saturday night drag show, 10pm-2am (Pride show with Daya Betty June 28, 6pm and 9:30pm). Rooftop 'pool' party June 29, 2pm-8pm. Princess Pride Sunday with Courtney Act, June 29, 9pm. Reparations, the Fridays all-Black drag show, 10pm-2am. 398 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
Pilsner Inn
Historic neighborhood bar (since 1980) with an easy vibe, pool table, an excellent beer selection, and a spacious back patio. 225 Church St. www.pilsnerinn.com
Pink Block @ The Great Northern
Polyglamorous' Pride party stacks the talent with DJs Horse Meat Disco, Juanita MORE!, Harvey, singer Crystal Waters, $43 and up, June 28, 12pm-3am, 119 Utah St. www.eventbrite.com
Pink Party @ Roccapulco
Club Papi & Valentino's official Pride Latin Stage afterparty, with 'RPDR Mexico' star Cristian Peralta, Wendy Guevera, hot gogo guys, $45-$109, June 29, 9pm-3am, 314=0 Mission St. www.eventbrite.com
Powerhouse Bar
Popular cruisy SoMa bar hosts many events. Underwear Thursdays; Juanita MORE's Powerblouse (fun drag makeovers) 1st Saturdays; Glamamore's Pillows drag show on Mondays; and Beat Pig, 3rd Saturdays; Lance Holman's Lick It, 4th Saturdays. Flex, the muscle worship night with big guys, each fifth Friday. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Pride Afters @ Halcyon
Juanita MORE! and Mighty Real present David Harness, Tedd Patterson, MORE! and Black DJing the post-Pride dance party. $25, June 29, 7pm-2am, 314 11th St. www.eventbrite.com
Pride Ball @ Ruth Williams Opera House
The Power of Love Kiki Ball, a night of dancing, a vogue contest, and fun for LGBTQ POC, organized by D10 Pride, with DJ Spiider, performance by Push Dance Company. Donations, June 25, 6pm-11pm, 4705 3rd St. www.rwoh.org
Pride Happy Hour @ Third Floor Lounge
Celebrate Pride with singer Frenchie Davis, DJ Hawthorne on the outdoor patio, $12, June 26, 4pm-8pm, Jay Hotel, 433 Clay St. www.eventbrite.com
QBar
The Castro bar and dance club has reopened. Cake, Saturdays with DJ Cip & guests. 456 Castro St. www.instagram.com/qbarsf. (Read our news article.)
Que Rico, Oakland
LGBT Latinx nightclub features fun drag shows, DJed grooves, and gogo studs. 381 15th St., Oakland. www.quericonightclub.com
Queer Bowling @ Mission Bowling Club
Enjoy beer and bowling with your friends. $14, 6pm, and each third Monday. 3176 17th St. www.missionbowlingclub.com
Queerly Beloved Pride @ 1015 Folsom
Pussy Riot's Nadya Tolokonnikova performs live, with Bae Bae and other DJs; $50-$123, June 29, 9pm, 1015 Folsom St. wl.seetickets.us
Queertopia Pride Party @ W San Francisco
DJs Dreams and Chico Chi play at a post-Trans March queer dance party at the outdoor heated terrace, $15, June 27, 8pm-12am, 181 3rd St. www.eventbrite.com
R3 Hotel, Guerneville
The hotel hosts parties at its poolside and bar. Holiday pool parties, karaoke, drag brunch and more. 16390 4th St. www.ther3hotel.com
Rachel Scanlon @ Crybaby, Oakland
LA comic and cohost of Two Dykes and a Mic performs. $45, June 28, 7:30pm, 1928 Telegraph Ave. www.crybaby.live
Rainbow Cattle Company, Guerneville
The Russian River's LGBTQ bar serves up local fun since 1979. 16220 Main St. www.queersteer.com
Rikki's
New women's sports bar just opened. 2223 Market St. www.rikkisbarsf.com (Read our news article.)
Roller Disco @ Church of 8 Wheels
Roller-skating nights with groovy tunes, plus skate rentals. $5-$18. 554 Fillmore St. www.churchof8wheels.com
Roller Disco Pride @ SVN West
Brian Kent presents a benefit for SF Pride and the Folsom Street Fair, with DJs Hawthorne, DAD SF and Livv, Kathy Sledge of Sister Sledge ("We Are Family") performing live, rooftop disco rollerskating and dancing, glam costume contest, food vendors, skates provided. $37-$53, June 29, 2pm-8pm, 10 Van Ness Ave. www.eventbrite.com
San Francisco Pride @ Civic Center
55th annual celebration includes performances on multiple stages (main stage hosted by Grace Towers and John Weber June 28; Honey Mahogany & Sister Roma June 29), Pride for Breakfast $35-$65, June 28, 7:30am-11am with food, yoga, Pilates, wellness samples; later street fair with food, drinks, community and business booths, June 28 & 29, with the annual march June 29 from Embarcadero west up Market Street to Civic Center (at 8th), and a VIP party in City Hall, 1pm-5pm ($100: www.eventbrite.com. Donations at the gates, 11am-5pm. www.sfpride.org
SF Eagle
The famed leather bar has numerous events. DJ Bus Station John's Disco Daddy Pride edition, $20, June 29, 7pm-2am. Monthly Tom of Finland leather gear and erotic art night, each last Friday; Karaoke, Mondays 8pm, hosted by Dana Morrigan. BLUF Cigar Buddies 2nd Fridays; Adonis, a muscle fetish night, first Fridays; Woof, the pup/handlers play party, first Saturday afternoons, 3pm; Filth, first Saturday nights; monthly Lair with host Suppository Spelling; the classic Sunday beverage bust, 3pm-7pm, $10-$15. 398 12th St. www.thesfeagle.com
Sober Pride Party @ Yotel
Castro Country Club's annual Pride event, with DJed music, dancing, mocktails, snacks and access to the Pride festival. Free/RSVP, June 29, 12pm-5pm, 1095 Market St. www.yotel.com
SoMa Nights
New bimonthly bar and restaurant crawl in South of Market; 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 5pm-9pm on the 6th St. to 10th St. block of Folsom. www.soma-nights.com
Steamed Rize @ The Grand
LGBTQ dance party with DJs Dnza, Djaki and Sean Jupiter; partial proceeds benefiting Prism Foundation empowers the Asian & Pacific Islander LGBTQIA+ community; $20 and up, June 28, 9pm-2am, 520 4th St. www.sickening.events
Steamworks Berkeley
The award-winning bathhouse hosts special events, DJed nights, and a cruisy vibe. $5-$200 (6-month membership). 18+ only. Open 24/7 every day. 2107 4th St., Berkeley. www.steamworksbaths.com
The Stud
The historic bar has reopened at a new location with events, drag shows, and guest DJs each week. Drag Alive on Fridays; the cruisy Truck returns, Wednesdays, 9pm. 1123 Folsom St. www.studsf.com (Read our feature article.)
Suavecito @ Space 550
Valentino Presents and Club Papi present a weekly Saturday Latin dance night with DJs; Sonora Tropicana band, drag acts, gogo guys, three dance rooms, outdoor lounge; $15-$25. 9:30pm-3am. 550 Barneveld Ave. www.suavecitosf.com
Summer Bar & Lounge, Oakland
New East Bay nightclub with drag shows, gogo dancers, karaoke and open mic nights. 526 8th St. www.thebarsummer.com
Sundance Saloon @ Space 550
The (mostly) country music line-dancing, two-stepping night, Thursdays and Sundays, 5:30pm-10pm. 550 Barneveld Ave. Pride Hoedown, $20-$30, June 27, 7:30pm-11pm at the Bayview Opera House, 4705 3rd St. www.sundancesaloon.org
Thee Parkside
Nightclub hosts concerts by rock, punk, folk bands and more. 1600 17th St. https://www.theeparkside.com/
Toad Hall
Spacious Castro bar with a small dance floor and back patio. 4146 18th St.
Town Bar & Lounge, Oakland
Intimate stylish Art Deco bar serves up signature cocktails, DJed Fab Disq-O, first and third Sundays; dance nights, too. 2001 Broadway. www.goingtotownoakland.com (Read our feature article.)
Trax
Historic Haight gay bar (since 1940!) has temporarily closed and will reopen soon (still gay) as Mary's on Haight. 1437 Haight St. www.traxbarsf.com (Read our news article.)
Turf Club, Hayward
The 'world famous' East Bay nightclub hosts live bands, dancing, outdoor patio, and Gag, the drag show, last Sundays. 22519 Main St. www.worldfamousturfclub.com
Twin Peaks
Enjoy a great view and strong drinks at the historic tavern, now in its 50th year. 401 Castro St. www.twinpeakstavern.com
Underground SF
Intimate Lower Haight nightclub hosts varied DJed events, including LGBTQ nights like Hella Tight; also a cafe by day. French Press, first Thursdays. 424 Haight St. www.undergroundsf.com
White Horse Bar
Enjoy indoor and outdoor drinks at the famous Oakland bar, now in its 90th year, under new ownership. Respect, a new monthly tea dance with veteran DJ Page Hodel, first Sundays, 4pm-8pm. (Read our feature article.); music nights, new dance parties and more. 6551 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. www.whitehorsebar.com
Wild Side West
Historic lesbian and friends bar in Bernal Heights with an airy backyard garden (stairs). 424 Cortland Ave. www.wildsidewest.com
Zhuzh
New queer bar with a stylish retro vibe; DJed dance nights, drag shows, including Too Gay to Function hosted on Sundays by Juannina Million, 5pm-9pm. 1548 California St. www.zhuzh.bar
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
111 Minna Gallery
Downtown gallery exhibits vibrant contemporary artworks. 'Rising Tides,' an exhibit focusing on environmental art, June 26 (opening reception June 26, 5pm-10pm) thru July 2. 111 Minna St. 111minnagallery.com
500 Capp Street
Unusual art installation gallery. Mildred Howard's 'Collaborating With the Muses: Part Two,' thru Aug. 23. 500 Capp St. www.500cappstreet.org
836M
New gallery and performance space hosts events and exhibits. 836 Montgomery St. www.836m.org
Acion Latina
Community organization sponsors events, and hosts exhibits in its gallery. 2958 24th St. www.accionlatina.org
African American Art & Culture Complex
Exhibits and events featuring Black artists. 'Be Seen: The Genius and Gaze of Black Creatives,' a portrait photography exhibit by Marcella Sanchez. 762 Fulton St. www.aaacc.org
Art Haus Gallery
Artist and gallerist Elizabeth Dekker's Noe Valley gallery. 3977 24th St. www.arthaussf.com
Aquarium of the Bay
Aquatic museum of sea life hosts many special events. Daily, 11am-6pm. Pier 39 Embarcadero at Beach St. www.aquariumofthebay.org
Arion Press Gallery
Print and design art exhibits. 1802 Hayes St., The Presidio. www.gershoni.com
Asian Art Museum
Historic and contemporary works by Asian artists. 'Vikrant Bhise: Archival Historicity/Dalit Panthers,' works by the Indian contemporary artist inspired by the Black Panthers, thru Mar. 23, 2026. 'Yuan Goang-Ming: Everyday War,' a new video installation thru July 7. 'Qi Baishi: Inspiration in Ink,' 'A Billion Buddhas: The Awakened Ones in Himalayan Tradition,' and other exhibits. Fri-Mon 10am-5pm. Thu 1pm-8pm. 200 Larkin St. www.asianart.org
Artists Television Access
Screenings of unusual art films and videos, readings and live music. 992 Valencia St. www.othercinema.com www.atasite.org
Azgour Art Studio
New gallery opens with an exhibit of works by Michael Azgour. 320 West Portal Ave. www.azgourart.com
Balloon Museum
'Emotion Air,' a fun immersive pop art installation of several artists' works, $40-$60, with after-hours evening events thru Sept. 3301 Lyon St. www.balloonmuseum.world
Berkeley Art Center
Contemporary art exhibits. 1275 Walnut St., Berkeley. www.berkeleyartcenter.org
Berkeley Art Museum/Pacific Film Archive
'Routed West: Twentieth-Century African American Quilts in California,' thru Nov. 30. 'To Exalt the Ephemeral: The Impermanent Collection,' thru July 6. 'The Currents Beneath,' 55th annual UC Berkeley MFA exhibition, thru July 27. 'Sky Hopinka: Sunflower Siege Engine,' thru Aug. 17. Ongoing film screenings include 'Film Noir Beyond the City,' Robert Altman, Bruce Connor and Andrei Tarkovsky retrospectives. 2155 Center St., Berkeley. www.bampfa.org
Bob Mizer Foundation
Exhibits of vintage male physique and erotica prints. 'Beyond Symmetry: George Dureau's Celebrations of the Human Form,' thru June 28. 920 Larkin St. www.bobmizer.org
Bounty
Art gallery exhibits works by Charles Trapolin, antiquities, and other artists. 609 Pacific Ave. www.bountysf.com
Bubble Planet @ Henry J. Kaiser Center, Oakland
New interactive fun exhibit of colorful balloon and bubbly art-play spaces. $25-$40, thru Sept. 28, 10 10th St. www.bubble-planet.com
Building 12
New multi-use warehouse for artists and creative companies. Pier 70, Maryland St. www.pier70sf.com
California Academy of Sciences
The fascinating science museum includes live creatures (aquarium, terrarium) and educational exhibits. Pride Nightlife party with Oaklash drag performers, Nicki Jizz, zine displays, craft booths and more, $25, June 26, 6pm-9pm. 'Dino Days,' an exhibit of animatronic dinosaurs, thru Sept. 1, and 'Unseen Oceans' with undersea marvels. 'The State of Nature,' specimens, cultural objects, models, interactive experiences, videos, and sculptural elements, and more. 'The World's Largest Dinosaurs,' an exhibit about sauropods. 'Living Worlds,' a planetarium show. Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm. Sun 11am-5pm. Monthly Nightlife Live parties 6pm-10pm. 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. www.calacademy.org
California Institute of Integral Studies
Art and culture center hosts classes, workshops, exhibits. 1453 Mission St. www.artsatciis.org
Cartoon Art Museum
Exhibits of fun cartoon artists' works. 'Backstage with Edward Gorey: A Centennial Exhibition' of drawings and ephemera by the late gay illustrator, thru Aug. 10. 'Sunday Funnies,' original panels from the permanent collection. 'A Treasury of Animation,' rare production art from the 1920s-1990s. 'I Left My Art in San Francisco,' an exhibit of comic treasures from the museum's archives. Ongoing: 'The Batman Armory.' Open daily (except Wed.) 11am-5pm. 781 Beach St. www.cartoonart.org
Castro Art Walk
Tour galleries in the Castro District on a self-guided tour. 5pm-8pm; first Fridays. www.castroartwalk.com (Read our feature article.)
Catharine Clark Gallery
Contemporary art exhibits. 248 Utah St. www.cclarkgallery.com
CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts
Student, faculty and guest-artist exhibits. 145 Hooper St, www.cca.edu
Chabot Space & Science Center
NASA Ames Visitor Center with 360-degree projection, exhibits, models and more. Art + Science first Fridays with pop-up galleries, open mic and scifi fun; Pride-themed events thru June. Programs include live science programs each Wed. 10:30am, virtual telescope viewings each Sat. 9pm. $25 Adults 18+. Gen. Free-$30. 1000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland. www.chabotspace.org
Chan National Queer Arts Center
Performance space features visual art as well. 'Kaanyaga,' works by Jethro Patakinghug, focus on Asian drag and trans performers. 170 Valencia St. www.sfgmc.org
Chinese Cultural Center
Exhibits, programs and events at 750 Kearny St. and at the new Design Store, 41 Ross Alley. www.cccsf.us
Col Gallery
Contemporary gallery, 887 Beach St. www.colgallery.com
Conservatory of Flowers
Beautiful indoor and outdoor floral exhibits in the classic arboretum; special events and parties, too. 100 JFK Drive, Golden Gate Park. Free/$12. www.conservatoryofflowers.org
Contemporary Jewish Museum
Closed thru 2025. 736 Mission St. www.thecjm.org
Crisis Club Gallery, Oakland
East Bay gallery hosts art workshops and exhibits. 5887 San Pablo Ave. www.facebook.com/crisisclubgallery
David Ireland House
Home converted into an intimate gallery of unusual art projects by the late artist and designer and other invited artists. 500 Capp St. www.500cappstreet.org (Read our article.)
de Young Museum
Contemporary and classical collections of American, African, Oceanic, costume arts, sculpture and more. 'Isaac Julien: I Dream a World,' a film and video installation, thru July 13 (Read our review). 'Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64: Eyes of the Storm,' a multi-room exhibit of The Beatles' bass player's rediscovered never before seen photos from the band's 1963-4 concert tour; extended thru Oct. 5 (Read our review). ''Wayne Thiebaud: Art Comes from Art, thru Aug. 17. Matisse's 'Jazz' Unbound' thru July 6. 'Contemporary Painting in Papua New Guinea: Mathias Kauage and His Family,' thru March 15, 2026. New monthly Late Night Editions with food trucks, cocktails, DJed music and exhibition-viewing, $15-$30. Reg. free/$25. Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:15pm. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive. www.deyoung.famsf.org
Exploratorium
Talks and demos with a science theme, including comet-cam and more; 'Adventures in AI,' thru Sept. 14. weekly After Dark nighttime parties (6pm-10pm). Free/$23, Pier 15. www.exploratorium.edu
Foreign Lens
Candid City street photography collective's debut group exhibit. 513 Green St. www.candidcityspc.com
Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture
Historic Marina center hosts plays, dance concerts, exhibits and community events. 2 Marina Blvd. www.fortmason.org
Fraenkel Gallery
Contemporary art exhibits. 49 Geary St. www.fraenkelgallery.com
Galeria de la Raza
Arts center focuses on Latine art and events. 'The Q-Sides,' 10th anniversary exhibition restages lowrider albums and cultures with a queer focus; thru Aug. 2. Wed-Fri 12pm-5pm. 2779 Folsom St. www.galeriadelaraza.org
Gallery 16
Modern art and design exhibits. 501 3rd St. www.gallery16.com
Gallery 2727, Berkeley
'Bears are Everything! In Art!' a group exhibit of sexy bear animal and human art works; Adults only. 2727 California St. www.bearsareeverything.com
Gallery Wendi Norris
Contemporary artists' works. 436 Jackson St. www.gallerywendinorris.com
GLBT History Museum
Éamon McGivern's 'A/History,' an exhibit of paintings visualizing trans people. 'Queer Past Becomes Present,' the original Rainbow Flag, and 'The Flag in the Map: Charting Rainbow Flag Stories.' Online exhibits as well. $10/free for members. 4127 18th St. www.glbthistory.org
Gregangelo Museum
Take tours at the 27-room mansion filled with eccentric unusual interactive artworks and performances. 225 San Leandro Way. www.gregangelomuseum.com
Gray Area
Unusual and contemporary art exhibits and installations. 2665 Mission St. www.grayarea.org
Haight Street Art Center
Pop and contemporary art exhibits. Thu-Sun 12pm-6pm. 215 Haight St. www.haightstreetart.org
Harvey Milk Photo Center
View exhibits of masterful photographic art; 'Unapologetically Queer,' the annual Pride exhibit, thru July 31; also online galleries. 50 Scott St. www.harveymilkphotocenter.org
Headlands Center for the Arts
Installations and contemporary exhibits of site-specific art at the historic former military buildings. 944 Simmonds Road, Sausalito. www.headlands.org
Hunters Point Shipyard
Gallery, artists in residence and open studios events throughout the year celebrates 40 years. Stacey Carter's 'Decommissioned: The History of Hunters Point Shipyard' thru Aug. 2. 451 Galvez; 1 Rankin St. www.shipyardartists.com
Johansson Projects, Oakland
Contemporary art gallery. 2300 Telegraph Ave. www.johanssonprojects.com
Kadist
Gallery often exhibits unique multimedia installations. 3295 20th St. www.kadist.org
Ken Jones @ San Francisco AIDS Foundation
Exhibit of art works by the Black Brothers Esteem member, long-term HIV survivor and prolific mixed-media artist; ongoing. 1035 Market St., 4th floor lobby. www.sfaf.org
Legion of Honor
Centennial Celebration of the museum with events through the year. European and ancient art, giant Renaissance landscapes and historic paintings, plus classical sculptures and contemporary works, from Degas, Manet, Caillebotte and Vuillard to Egyptian, Greek and Roman artifacts. Free/$15. Tue-Sun, 9:30am-5:15pm. 100 34th Ave, Lincoln Park. www.legionofhonor.famsf.org
Letterform Archive
'10 x 10 x10,' an exhibit celebrating the archive's ten year anniversary, thru Oct. 2325 3rd St. www.letterformarchive.org
Loom + Ten Gallery
New intimate gallery's first exhibit is Musk Ming's 'Unseen Boundaries' a blend of Chinese cultural exploration and erotic figure studies; thru June 29. Wed-Sat 12pm-4pm and by appointment. 2323 Market St. www.loom-ten.com
Lost Art Salon
Intimate gallery exhibits small and unusual works of note by contemporary and early 20th-century artists, including LGBT artists. Abstract Expressionist works by Kurt Oscar Weber, and Richard Caldwell Brewer, figurative works by Alsyanne McGaffey. Art talk on artist Sydney Engelberg, June 26, 6pm. (Read our feature article.) 245 S. Van Ness. #303. www.lostartsalon.com
Louise Lawrence Transgender Archive
Renovated and re-opened archives, sponsored by the GLBT Historical Society; open to students, scholars, and the public by appointment only. 3021 Irwin St., Vallejo. www.lltransarchive.org
MAG Galleries
Contemporary art gallery. 'Expressions' by gay poet & artist Truong Tran, including butterfly collages made from gay erotica magazines; thru June 29. 3931 18th St. www.mag-galleries.com
Manna Gallery, Oakland
Contemporary works. Kim Cardoso's 'Glass Half Full,' thru July 19. 473 25th St., Oakland. www.mannagallery.com
Maybaum Gallery
Contemporary artists' works. 49 Geary St. #416. www.maybaumgallery.com
Mercury 20 Gallery
Contemporary art gallery. 475 25th St., Oakland. www.mercurytwenty.com
Minnesota Street Art Project
Multiple galleries - Anglim/Trimble (Ajit Chauhan and Leo Bersamina's exhibits thru June 28), Rena Bransten Gallery (50th anniversary photo and video exhibit and Robert Minervini's '36 Views,' thru Aug. 23), Jenkins Johnson Gallery, George Adams Gallery, Nancy Toomey Fine Art ('Turning the Page' group exhibition of book art thru Aug. 4), Municipal Bonds, Re.riddle, Eleanor Harwood Gallery, Hashimoto Gallery, The Jones Institute, Thomas+Projects and more - host different artist exhibits. 1275 Minnesota St. www.minnesotastreetproject.com
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts
Exhibits of art by Latine artists, plus performances, films and events. 2869 Mission St. www.missionculturalcenter.org
Modern Eden Gallery
Contemporary art exhibits. 'The Portrait Show 13: Magic,' an expansive group exhibit, thru July 27. 1100 Sutter St. https://www.moderneden.com
Museo Italo Americano
Museum of local Italian historical exhibits. Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd. www.museoitaloamericano.org
Museum of the African Diaspora
Exhibits include contemporary works by African and Black artists, and about Black culture; also, award-winning films, talks and music performances. Free-$12. 685 Mission St. www.moadsf.org
Museum of Craft & Design
Innovative art and design exhibits. Beau McCall's 'Buttons On!,' an exhibit of button-festooned couture and sculptures, and Neil Forrest and John Roloff's 'A Roadmap to Stardust,' both thru Sept. 14. Free first Thursdays. 2589 3rd St. www.sfmcd.org
New Museum Los Gatos
New exhibition space; 'Snapshots of Pride: Photographer Ted Sahl's Chronicle of the South Bay LGBTQ+ Community,' thru Oct. 6. Free-$10, 106 E. Main St. www.numulosgatos.org
NIAD Art Center, Richmond
The art studio for developmentally disabled adults shares in-person and online exhibits and sells beautiful works of art, and online exhibitions. 551 23rd St., Richmond. www.niadart.org
Oakland Museum
'Black Power' and 'Dorothea Lange: Photography as Activism,' both ongoing. Friday night interactive displays and live music, 5pm-9pm. Free/$25. 1000 Oak St., Oakland. www.museumca.org
Queer Arts Featured
LGBTQ-owned gallery, shop, and community space set in the former site of Harvey Milk's camera shop. 'Positives & Negatives,' an exhibit of 'Memories from Castro Camera in the Time of Harvey Milk,' including photos by Dan Nicoletta, thru June. 'Midnight at the Cinema Palace' author Christopher Tradowsky in a talk with author KM Soehnlein, June 21. 575 Castro St. www.queerartsfeatured.com
Queer Histories of Hawai'i
Online virtual tour of a new exhibit showcasing the intersection of indigenous Hawaiian and LGBTQ cultures. www.bishopmuseum.org
Radian Gallery
Contemporary art exhibits. 440 Brannan St. https://donhershman.com/ www.radiangallery.com
Robert Koch Gallery
Contemporary art exhibits. 49 Geary St. www.kochgallery.com
Root Division
Gallery hosts exhibits, classes, artist studios and events. 1131 Mission St. www.rootdivision.org
Rosebud Gallery
Cabure Bonugli's new queer-owned art gallery and community space showcases local artists. Pride group exhibit of works by 50+ LGBTQ artists, thru June. Closing party June 27, 5pm-8:30pm. 839 Larkin St. www.rosebudgallery.com
Rosie the Riveter Historical Park, Richmond
Museum showcases the real women who built WWII planes, with films, events and talks; now in its 25th anniversary. 1414 Harbour Way. www.rosietheriveter.org
Ruth's Table
Intimate arts nonprofit showcases works created by elders, disabled people and LGBTQ artists, plus workshops and events. 'Boldly Ourselves: Queer Expressions of Courage and Identity,' a new exhibition celebrating LGBTQ+ artists whose lives and creative practices span generations; thru July 11. Reg. hours Tue-Fri 10am-5pm. 3160 21st St. www.ruthstable.org
San Francisco Historical Society Museum
Ongoing and new exhibits, and historian talks, of fascinating local history. Thu-Sat 10am-4pm. 608 Commercial St. www.sfhistory.org
San Jose Museum of Art
Contemporary and traditional art exhibits. 'Tending and Dreaming: Stories from the Collection.' 110 South Market St. www.sjmusart.org
San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles
Handmade fabric art exhibits. 520 South 1st Street, San Jose. www.sjquiltmuseum.org
Schlomer Haus Gallery
Castro/Duboce gay-owned intimate art gallery. 2128 Market St. Tue-Sat 12pm to 6pm and by appointment. www.schlomerhaus.com
SF Arts Commission Gallery
Contemporary art exhibits - 'Service Tension,' a six-artist group exhibit of works focusing on queer bodies, power and representation; thru Aug. 23, at the War Memorial Veterans Building, 401 Van Ness Ave. Also, exhibits at City Hall, Ground Floor and North Light Court. 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Place. www.sfartscommission.org
SF Botanical Garden
Beautiful spacious gardens with multiple plants, trees and flowers. Free entry for SF residents; others $3-$10. 1199 9th Ave., Golden Gate Park. www.sfbg.org
SF Camerawork
Diverse photography exhibits; The Storehouse at Fort Mason Center for the Arts & Culture, 2 Marina Boulevard, Building D. www.sfcamerawork.org
SF Museum of Modern Art
'Ruth Asawa: Retrospective,' thru Sept. 2. 'Kunié Sugiura: Photopainting,' thru Sept. 14. Kara Walker's 'Fortuna and the Community Garden,' thru Spring 2026. Yayoi Kusama's 'Dreaming of Earth's Sphericity, I Would Offer My Love.' Pop, Abstract, and Figurative art collections. Reg. admission free/$25. Mon 10am-5pm. Thu 1pm-8pm. Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. First Thursdays free. 151 Third St. www.sfmoma.org
SF Public Library
'Get Busy: LGBTQIA Zines from the Bay and Beyond,' an exhibit of historic fun zines from the 1960s to present, curated by Kevin Darling; thru July 27. Lava Thomas' 'Portrait of a Phenomenal Woman,' a large sculpture honoring author Maya Angelou. Book displays and exhibits at the James C. Hormel LGBTQIA Center, 3rd floor. Also, book exhibits on the 6th floor. 100 Larkin St. www.sfpl.org
SOMArts Cultural Center
Community art exhibits and events. Reg. hours 11am-4pm. 934 Brannan St. www.somarts.org
Southern Exposure
Unusual art and installations and online projects. 3030 20th St. www.soex.org
Strike-slip Gallery
Contemporary art gallery. 201 Guerrero St. www.strike-slipgallery.com
Studio Gallery
Exhibits of works by Bay Area artists. 1641 Pacific Ave. www.studiogallerysf.com
Telematic
Gallery focusing on innovative experimental works in video and electronic media. 323 10th St. www.tttelematiccc.com
Tenderloin Museum
New and permanent exhibits of neighborhood history. Valley of the Queens walking tour $39, Jun 28, 2pm-4pm. (Read our feature article on the tours.) 398 Eddy St. www.tenderloinmuseum.org
Tunnel Tops @ Presidio
New outdoor beautifully landscaped area with scenic views, recreation, ranger talks, murals, and visiting food trucks. www.presidiotunneltops.gov
Vessel Gallery
In-person and online exhibits. 490 Lake Park Ave., Oakland. www.vessel-gallery.com
Walt Disney Family Museum
Located in The Presidio, the museum dedicated to the art of Disney films hosts online and in-person exhibits, classes and events. 'Mary Blair: Mid-Century Magic,' an exhibit of the Disney designer's work ('Cinderella,' 'Alice in Wonderland,' 'Peter Pan,' and the theme park attraction 'It's a Small World'), thru Sept. 8. $5-$15. 104 Montgomery St. www.waltdisney.org
We Were There
Online tours of art museums, showcasing hidden and overlooked LGBT themes, subjects and artists. www.wewerethere.org
Winchester Mystery House, San Jose
Strange and beautiful mansion with tour exhibits, brunch service and live performances celebrates 100 years. 525 S. Winchester Blvd. www.winchestermysteryhouse.com
Worth Ryder Art Gallery, UC Berkeley
Educational art space for students, faculty and alumni. 116 Anthropology + Art Practice Building (first floor), UC Berkeley Campus, College Avenue at Bancroft Way. www.art.berkeley.edu/gallery
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
Unusual modern art exhibits and installations, film screenings, murals, and tours. 701 Mission St. www.ybca.org
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