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Friday, January 30

SF’s “Double Down” Art Show w/ 50+ Artists (The Mission)
Friday, January 30 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Support the artists or buy something at the shop!
| Double Down
SF's "Double Down" Art Show w/ 50+ Artists (The Mission)

interested in joining the next show as an artist? Its free, and if your piece sells, you get 100% of the sale! link in bio of our instagram @doubledownshop
On January 30th, Double Down will be hosting the first group show of 2026 with over 50 …

$5 Friday at SF’s Circus Center
Friday, January 30 – 6:30 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 for entry, $10 extra for a swing on the flying trapeze
| Circus Center
$5 Friday at SF's Circus Center

Run away with the circus for $5-$15! Learn how to juggle, balance, clown, and other skills; watch a costumed and choreographed flying trapeze performance; and, for $10 on top of your admission fee, take a swing on the Bay Area’s only flying trapeze.

Karl Evangelista Plays Sonny Sharrock’s “Guitar,” Brown/Kumaran/Katz
Friday, January 30 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No Cover/Donations Accepted
| Medicine for Nightmares
Karl Evangelista Plays Sonny Sharrock’s “Guitar,” Brown/Kumaran/Katz

Other Dimensions in Sound is our Friday music series curated and hosted by Boohaabian multi reed player extraordinare David Boyce. Each week David will be inviting different musical guests to join him in our galeria for a night of sonic sustenance.
This month: fiery Filipino-American guitarist …

Afro-Centric Trivia Night (Oakland)
Friday, January 30 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Must purchase at least 1 glass of wine
| Coco Noir Wine Bar
Afro-Centric Trivia Night (Oakland)

Join us for a one-of-a-kind trivia night that celebrates Black culture, music, and community—set in the heart of Oakland’s premier Black-owned wine bar. Hosted by DJ ChuckT, this event blends brainpower with basslines, featuring:
3 themed trivia rounds rooted in Black excellence, history, and pop culture
Live …

“Loserland” Join Big Mike’s Wild Ride: Comedy + Clowning (SF)
Friday, January 30 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*Sliding Scale
| Church of Clown
"Loserland" Join Big Mike's Wild Ride: Comedy + Clowning (SF)

Ever feel like a LOSER? Beaten down by capitalism, the housing crisis, and little hope of getting ahead?
“brilliant, well-observed character comedy” – Stage Whispers (Australia)
Meet one Aussie bloke who can relate… He’s crass, chain-smokes, blows his paycheck on KFC and Marvel tatts and stumbles into …

Saturday, January 31

Toastique Grand Opening: $50 “Reward” for First 100 (San Jose) Toastique Grand Opening: $50 "Reward" for First 100 (San Jose)

Celebrate the grand opening of Toastique’s newest location in downtown San Jose, CA on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 8am-5pm!
Toastique is a gourmet café serving fresh, health-driven food like artisanal toasts, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and bowls, all made with high-quality, wholesome ingredients.
The first 100 guests will …

“Dessert” Arts & Crafts Release Party w/ Crafts + Free Cupcakes (SF)
Saturday, January 31 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*You can just walk in!
| The International Library of Young Authors
"Dessert" Arts & Crafts Release Party w/ Crafts + Free Cupcakes (SF)

Join Illustoria Magazine for their Issue 28: DESSERTS Release Party. There will be dessert-themed crafts and activities led by Jade Howe, Illustoria issues and subscriptions for sale, and free cupcakes generously donated by Mission Minis. ⁠
Illustoria is a print magazine for creative kids and their …

Free Musical Screening + Vegan Bites (St. Mary Cathedral)
Saturday, January 31 – 11:30 am | Cost: FREE | The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
Free Musical Screening + Vegan Bites (St. Mary Cathedral)

FREE MUSICAL SCREENING WITH FREE VEGAN REFRESHMENTS
We are proud to present (free) Loving the Silent Tears musical screening at the SMC, below Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco, CA
Loving the Silent Tears Trailer
Loving the Silent Tears, created by 2-time Oscar-winning …

Power the Future: KALW Youth Empowerment Summit
Saturday, January 31 – 11:30 am | Cost: FREE*
*free, donation welcome
| KALW
Power the Future: KALW Youth Empowerment Summit

Join us for KALW Public Media’s Youth Empowerment Summit: “Power the Future” an afternoon of inspiration, skill-building, and networking. Free and open to all Bay Area youth 14-22 years old.
What You’ll Experience
Hear directly from young changemakers at the California Association of Youth Commissions, The Youth Power Project, League of Women …

“ICE Out The Bay” Community Cookout (Sunnyvale)
Saturday, January 31 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No reservation, ticket, or money required. Just participation.
| Fairwood Park
"ICE Out The Bay" Community Cookout (Sunnyvale)

ICE outta the Bay!
Break bread with South Bay community groups as we discuss how we can support one another as ICE ramps up their fascist aggression in our communities. We’ll have:

Freshly cooked food
Legal resource
Mutual aid network training
Physical skill shares 🥊
An open mic! Bring …

Full Moon Trip Temple Art Party (SF)
Saturday, January 31 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donations are appreciated. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
| Live Worms Gallery
Full Moon Trip Temple Art Party (SF)

Join is for our monthly Full Moon Trip Temple!
Live music includes Levitation Quartet and Twango. We will also bring out some art supplies for art-making.
There will be a non-alcoholic bar serving drinks, and as always, loving vibes.

Sunday, February 1

Sucka Flea Market & Swap (SF)
Sunday, February 1 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | CITY STATION
Sucka Flea Market & Swap (SF)

Outdoor Flea Market featuring Local Art, Crafts, Food, Music, Brands & Culture.

SF’s Free “Black History Month” Celebration at Thrive City (2026)
Sunday, February 1 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*https://eventvesta.com/events/130400/t/tickets
| Thrive City

Join us in Thrive City for our annual Black History Month Celebration on Sunday, February 1st! Enjoy an afternoon full of vibrant live entertainment, featuring Queen Iminah featuring AAFE Queens Rising and live performances from The Prospect Band and Veotis Latchinson! Don’t miss out on …

Puppy Bowl 2026: Meet Adoptable Senior Dogs (SF) Puppy Bowl 2026: Meet Adoptable Senior Dogs (SF)

Join us for Wilder’s 5th Annual Puppy Bowl on Sunday, February 1, from 12-3pm in San Francisco! This fun-filled, pet-friendly event benefits Muttville Senior Dog Rescue and gives attendees the chance to meet adorable adoptable senior dogs. Enjoy specialty cocktails, light bites, and community festivities—all while …

Mozart to Mendelssohn : Eroica & Finlandia
Sunday, February 1 – 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP - donations are accepted
| Herbst Theatre
Mozart to Mendelssohn : Eroica & Finlandia

The San Francisco Civic Music Association presents Mozart to Mendelssohn: Eroica & Finlandia
Program

Harald Sæverud: The Ballad of Revolt

Jean Sibelius: Finlandia

 Ludwig vanBeethoven: Symphony No. 3 “Eroica”

 
Music Director & Conductor: John Kendall Bailey
Admission is FREE and registration/RSVPs are appreciated. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, …

Free Piano Concert: Bach to Jazz (Oakland)
Sunday, February 1 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Piedmont Piano Company
Free Piano Concert: Bach to Jazz (Oakland)

In this classical piano recital, Mira T. Sundara Rajan will introduce and play works that showcase the rich tradition of classical piano music while bridging the distance between classical and jazz. Bach, Brahms, Scriabin, and Ginastera will be featured, and no previous knowledge of classical …

Monday, February 2

“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)
Monday, February 2 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after
| Madrone Art Bar
"Motown On Mondays" DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)

Tuesday, February 3

“Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival” at First Tuesday Artwalk
Tuesday, February 3 – 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Aquatics & Fitness Center Gallery, Mill Valley Community Center
"Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival" at First Tuesday Artwalk

The Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival (MVFAF) is honored to participate in February’s First Tuesday Artwalk with the presentation of We Are Here, a community art project led by artist Robert Louthan at the 2025 Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival.
The completed artwork will be on …

Wednesday, February 4

Thursday, February 5

Friday, February 6

SF’s Free “Black History” Super Bowl Kick Off + Block Party (2026)
Friday, February 6 – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Block Party with vendors
| 1700 O'Farrell
SF's Free "Black History" Super Bowl Kick Off + Block Party (2026)

Fillmore Family Friday Nights Kick Off with a Black History Month and SuperBowl weekend
Live performances with a DJ Old Skool Mix. Food and Artisan market. Game and Art activities
 
BLACK HISTORY MONTH KICK OFF
1700 BLK O’FARRELL 4PM-9PM
BLACKS IN FOOTBALL
BLACK HISTORY & SUPERBOWL WEEKEND EXPERIENCE IN THE …

Saturday, February 7

“XOXO: A Love Letter” Valentine’s Day Time-Capsule Experience "XOXO: A Love Letter" Valentine’s Day Time-Capsule Experience

Need a cute experience to kick off Valentine’s Day? Stop by for a quick, cozy moment ☕️✨
XOXO: A Love Letter is a Valentine’s Day time-capsule experience running February 7–14 ️. Stop in, pick up a limited-edition V-Day card , a coffee ☕️, and write a …