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“The Bay Lights” Grand Relighting Celebration: After Party + Open Bar (SF)

Friday, March 20, 2026 - 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Cost: $200*
*Benefit for Illuminate

SHACK15 | 1 Ferry Building Suit 201

Event Details

A benefit for arts nonprofit Illuminate, the organization responsible for The Bay Lights. Be there when they shine again, with DJ GOSHFATHER

Join artist Leo Villareal and Illuminate founder Ben Davis as we celebrate the Grand Relighting of The Bay Lights on the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge.

Doors open at 7:00 PM at SHACK15 inside the historic Ferry Building. Guests will gather for cocktails, music, and anticipation as we count down to the return of one of San Francisco’s most beloved works of public art.

At approximately 7:30 PM, The Bay Lights will illuminate the western span of the Bay Bridge once again.

Guests can enjoy the countdown and relighting from inside SHACK15, where spectacular views of the bridge are paired with live monitors of the countdown.

Prefer to watch from the waterfront? Experience the moment along the Embarcadero, then join us at SHACK15 for the official after party.

Inside SHACK15, enjoy:

• Open bar

Goshfather

• Delectable bites

• Dancing with extraordinary views of The Bay Lights

This special evening is a benefit for Illuminate, supporting monumental public art experiences that are free for everyone to enjoy.

Come flashy. This is a night worth dressing for.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $200*
*Benefit for Illuminate
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Club / DJ, Community, Downtown San Francisco, Eating & Drinking, In Person, Other
Venue: SHACK15
Address: 1 Ferry Building Suit 201

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