Events for January 20, 2017
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General Strike Against Trump | Oakland
The election of Donald Trump is dangerous for all working people, especially immigrants, people of color, women, and LGBTQI people.
A Trump administration, coupled with Republican control of the House and Senate, raises the very real possibility of:
National “Right-to-Work” and other anti-union legislation, repeal of overtime ...
Bay Area Resist Trump Morning March & Rally | Justin Herman Plaza
On January 20th, Donald Trump’s inauguration begins a presidential term marked by outright xenophobia, bigotry, sexism, corporate giveaways and hate-fueled policies. Americans must reclaim the democracy, and show the nation how the Bay Area stands together to defend the communities and fight for justice. On this historic day, ...
| 8:15 am | Free Animation & Web Production Class | SF | FREE |
A Day of Art & Resistance for the Community | SF
Wicked Grounds stands alongside activists calling for a national strike on Inauguration Day Friday, January 20th. However, they want to ensure that those in the community who need it most will continue to have a safe space every day of the year. Being them, they’re doing both.
On ...
“Bridge Together Golden Gate” Inauguration Day Peace Demonstration | Golden Gate Bridge
On January 20, 2017 (Inauguration Day), from 10 am to noon, Bridge Together Golden Gate is hoping to form the first human chain across the entire Golden Gate Bridge (and beyond), as a collaborative, grassroots, community-based demonstration and performance art piece.
Free, but an RSVP is required. They need an ...
“Pier 39 is 39” Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration
> EVENT UPDATE: This event is no longer taking place. Pier 39 is turning 39 and they’re celebrating with a bang. Beginning in January 2017, join in every Friday for 39 weeks to celebrate 39 years of amazing views, fresh seafood, unique local shopping and ...
Free Inauguration Day Refuge Yoga Class | Mission Dist.
Come together on Friday, January 20 at 10:15 am for a free Inauguration Day Refuge Yoga Class.
Yoga instructor Jasmine Tarkeshi says “Breathe, move, sing and sit in protest of president elect and his hateful regime. Let’s practice for human rights, equality, justice, freedom, safety for all and against ...
Create Community: Free Day At BAMPFA | Berkeley
In keeping with their mission to “inspire the imagination and ignite critical dialog,” BAMPFA invites all members of the community to come together on Friday, January 20. In the spirit of celebrating inclusion and promoting an open society, they are offering free admission and expanded programming throughout ...
Inauguration Day P*ssy March | SF
Obama’s service ends at Noon on Jan 20th. The organizer is going to take a walk up Market street to commemorate this, as a thank you for his service.
As a silent protest, the organizer will be wearing a p*ssy protector.
| All Day | Free Admission Fridays at Lindsay Wildlife Experience | Walnut Creek | FREE* *Free admission to all visitors on every third Friday.
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| 12:00 pm | Student Walkout on Trump’s Inauguration | Berkeley | FREE |
2017 Opening Night of Friday Nights at OMCA | Oakland
Oakland’s popular weekly night market is back for a fifth season of fun and festivities. Join OMCA and Off the Grid on 10th Street every Friday starting January 20 for a taste of local music, food, art, and culture. Savor California beer, wine, and non-alcoholic ...Every Friday
Art At The Dump: Recology’s Recycled Materials Art Exhibition | SF
San Francisco, CA–The Artist in Residence Program at Recology San Francisco will host an exhibition and reception for current artist-in-residence Neil Mendoza, and CCA student artist Emily Budd on Friday and Saturday. 2018 Recology Exhibit The art exhibition will take place on Friday, May 18, from ...
San Francisco Inauguration Day Trump Protest | UN Plaza
Sign up to volunteer. Become an organizer in the fightback movement against Trump.
Join and be part of the the movement as progressive people from all over the country descend on Washington, D.C. on January 20, 2017, to stage a massive demonstration along Pennsylvania Avenue on ...
Eat Chinatown: Photo Exhibit Featuring Classic Chinatown Restaurants | SF
Eat Chinatown is a photo exhibit at 41 Ross that commemorates classic Chinatown restaurants, diners and bakeries that have been operating for at least 40 years. Photographer Andria Lo and writer Valerie Luu (founders of Chinatown Pretty, a street-style blog that documents Chinatown seniors) profiled four ...
Revolutions Series: DJ Cryin’ Wand Mini Concert | Amoeba SF
Amoeba SF’s “Revolutions Dj” series presents Dj Cryin’ Wand on Friday, January 20th. He’ll take the stage at 5pm and work you into a frenzy, guaranteed. What better way to forget inauguration?
| 5:30 pm | 2nd Annual High School Arts Mashup | San Rafael | FREE |
| 6:30 pm | Inauguration Day Community Gathering | Woodacre | FREE |
| 6:30 pm | “Zoovie” Movie Night: “Finding Dory” | Oakland Zoo | $7* *Pre-registration is required. $7 per person. $6 per person for groups of 4 or more.
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You Have A Voice & You Matter | SF
The goal of this show is to empower people and let them know that their voice matters, that all of our voices matter. This show explores the political in art. They hope to bring understanding to how democracy works and to exercise your 1st ammendment ...
“100 Days Action” Absurd Inaugural Ball | Oakland
Come celebrate the launch of 100 Days Action, a project of artistic resistance, designed to be a counternarrative to Trump’s plan for his first 100 Days.
Wrap up your day of civic duties at their Inaugural Ball by taking an oath to protect the constitution on a ...
| 7:00 pm | Bicycle Art Salon | Oakland | FREE* *Free, but an RSVP is required by contacting the organizers via email to bicycleartsalon@gmail.com or phone at 510-230-8270.
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Anti-Trump Show: Originals Works of Musicians & Poets | Bazaar Cafe
The Bazaar Cafe hosts an Inauguration Day special this Friday at 7:00. It’s called “Hey Trump: Come here and tell me how my ass tastes“.
They’ll have around 30+ songwriters, poets and other writers performing brand new material written for the occasion.
| 8:00 pm | Win Tix: The Blue Ball | Treasure Island | WIN |
Every Friday
Free Bad-Ass Morning Workout: Conquer SF’s Hills | Every Friday
Every Friday morning at 6:30 am, gather at a different San Francisco hill for a free badass workout and a chance to meet fellow fitness enthusiasts in your city.
The hills change each week (it might be Alamo Square, Moraga Steps, Twin Peaks, Lombard…), but expect ...
CANCELLED: Friday Farmers Market & Bazaar | UN Plaza
UPDATE: Due to Coronavirus concerns, this event has been cancelled temporarily.
Every Friday from 7am to 4pm, UN Plaza will feature the best of San Francisco. Grab fresh fruits and veggies, buy gifts from local vendors, and grab lunch at delicious food stalls representing cuisine from ...
Free “Oysters on the Half Shell” Fridays | El Rio
El Rio, a neighborhood dive in the deep Mission, gives away free Oysters on the half shell from local folks in Tomales Bay, every Friday at 5:30 pm. Arrive on time, they go fast.
And get your drink on with happy hour on Friday from 5-8 pm ...
Big Mood Comedy: Free Stand-Up Comedy Show | Oakland
Big Mood Comedy is an intimate standup comedy show featuring the best local and touring comics every Friday upstairs at Oakland’s very own Legionnaire Saloon.
Hosted by Hayley Beacon, Jordan Thewlis, and Jeff Dean. Free cookies.
Please note that from February 7th, the shows happens every Friday ...
“HellaFunny Fridays” Stand-Up Comedy Showcase | SoMa
San Francisco has one of the best underground comedy scenes in America. Come check out some of the Bay’s best rising comics at HellaFunny’s weekly stand-up comedy show “HellaFunny Fridays.”
HellaFunny Fridays
Every Friday at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Trademark and Copyright, 1123 Folsom Stree (and 7th St.), SF
FREE ...
Free Burlesque: Hunny Bunny & Her Hot Toddies | Skylark Bar
Join Hunny Bunny and Her Hot Toddies for Mischief at the Skylark Bar every Friday at 8 pm.
Free Burlesque: Hunny Bunny & Her Hot Toddies Every Friday | 8 pm Skylark Bar, 3089 16th St, SF, CA FREE
Enjoy drinks, dancing, DJs and more at this free ...
Pamtastic’s Comedy Clubhouse | Mutiny Radio
Pamtastic’s Comedy Clubhouse on Mutiny Radio is a free comedy show every Friday from 8-11 pm at Mutiny Radio on the corner of 21st and Florida in the deep Mission District.
Pamtastic’s Comedy Clubhouse
Every Friday | 8-10 pm
Mutiny Radio, 2781 21st Street, SF, CA
$10
Over 25 of San ...
“Best of SF” Stand-Up Comedy Night | SF
Check out a fresh line-up of SF’s comics every Friday at 8 pm at the beautiful Variety Preview Theater in downtown SF’s iconic Hobart Building.
Funcheap Deal: Get tickets for $5 with promo code FUNCHEAP. Otherwise, tickets are $15.
Located in the iconic Hobart Building, right next ...
Jazz at The Atlas Cafe | SF
Jazz at The Atlas is a weekly jazz residency with five rotating jazz bands. Music is always free, though tipping is encouraged.
Closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
Updated 1/20/2020 – Event info last checked via website.
“The Setup” Underground Comedy Show | SF
The Setup is an underground stand-up comedy show in the heart of San Francisco. This venue used to be the green room for the legendary Blackhawk jazz venue where Miles Davis used to play. Now, it’s a comedy show that features established comedians from around the ...
Friday Night Outdoor Roller Skate DJ Party: “Midnight Rollers” | SF
Strap on your skates and roller disco around the city at the Midnight Rollers Friday Night Skate party.
This weekly skate (as long as it’s not raining or during Burning Man) hits up San Francisco’s main attractions, all while blasting their own beats from two jogging strollers ...
SF Beer Olympics: Beer Pong, Flip Cup & $2 Beers | North Beach
Meet and compete against locals, travelers, couch surfers, au pairs, and hostelers. Games are free to play (including flip cup, beer pong and relays) and many weeks they have themed events for holidays, or just because.
Get 6 drink coupons for $1 each. Use coupons before ...
“Comedy Soup”: Music, Comedy, Free Wine & Popcorn | Oakland
Comedy Soup is Oakland’s very own little Stand-Up house show that features top local and touring comics, complimentary Wine and popcorn and musical guests from a variety of styles.
Past guests have appeared on Comedy Central, Netflix, Viceland, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Conan, Colbert & Corden.
In November ...
“The Function” SF’s Newest Hip-Hop Dance Party | Milk Bar
Come party at Milk Bar located in the heart of the Haight for a early 2000s hip-hop and R&B club bangers.
DJ Beats Me plays everything from Missy Elliot, Aaliyah, Lil Jon, Mac Dre, Black Eyed Peas, Outkast, Notorious B.I.G., Rihanna, SOB X RBE, Usher, Robin ...
F!#&ing Free Fridays: Improv Comedy | SF
EndGames Improv is bringing something new to the genre, what could turn out to be a very hot affair (in that release of tension, funny kind of way) with “Your F!#&ed Up Relationship.”
“YFUR” is an entirely improvised comedy show inspired by stories of your own ...
