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Pancakes & Booze Art Show
By - posted 2/22/2013
Artsy Fartsy

LA’s famous “Pancakes & Booze” Underground Art Show has made a home in SF with two nights of emerging and underground artists and, duh… pancakes. For a $5 cover charge expect to see the works from over 75 underground and emerging artists, live body painting, live audio and visual effects, a photo booth, a no-host bar more...

An Edward Gorey Birthday Party
By - posted 2/21/2013
Artsy Fartsy

In celebration of creepy author and artist Edward Gorey’s birthday (1925-2000), the Cartoon Art Museum Bookstore hosts a special evening of Gorey-themed entertainment on February 22, 2013, the late artist’s 88th birthday. 2013 is also the 50th anniversary of The Vinegar Works: Three Volumes of Moral Instruction, comprising The Gashlycrumb Tinies, more...

Free Chicken & Waffles Party
By - posted 2/21/2013
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Anthem Screen Printing has moved into a larger space and to celebrate, they’re throwing a party with cheap shirts, free booze, tasty grub, good times, oh and free booze. There will be free wine provided by Kaz Winery, free beer provided by Trumer Pils, and free chicken and waffle sandwiches provided more...

National Margarita Day
By - posted 2/20/2013
Eat & Drink

Rally Fusion, a multimedia showcase for artists and the tech community, is throwing a free event featuring nine local artists, a live fashion show, music from The Will Magid Trio and free margaritas, beer & tacos. In honor of National Margarita Day 2013, you can enjoy complimentary Herradura Tequila margaritas and more...

Storenvy Pop-Up Shop
By - posted 2/19/2013
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Join us in the Storenvy Pop-Up Shop at Crocker Galleria from 4-8pm for a night of drinks, music and fun. Shop four local designers and mingle with brands, retailers and space owners who are all excited about the future of pop-up retail. Storenvy Pop-Up Shop Launch Party Thursday, February 21, 2013 (4-8p) Crocker more...

Bad Movie Night
By - posted 2/18/2013
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Embrace the B-movie kitsch. Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus, biting commentary by Dark Room Theater, two free drinks (beer or wine), free popcorn, a complimentary pass to the Aquarium and more. Yes, it’s mega shark vs. giant octopus and you get to watch this very bad movie in an actual more...

The Bar Workers’ Ball
By - posted 2/18/2013
Eat & Drink

SF’s bar workers work long shifts pouring drinks and dealing with lousy tippers, so it’s time for them to have a night for themselves – at the 2013 Mid-Winter Bar Workers Ball. 7×7 magazine hosts this annual event free spirits tastings, drink specials, an Irish Car Bomb drinking contest and the more...

Green Pub Trivia Night
By - posted 2/17/2013
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How green are you? Can you prove it? Compete in Net Impact San Francisco’s Sustainability Pub Trivia night. It’s an opportunity to learn a thing or two and/or show off your ‘sustainability’ smarts on topics such as: inspiring entrepreneurs, responsible brands, international development, innovative design, biodiversity and alternative energy. The winning team will more...

Nightcall 80s/90s Night
By - posted 2/17/2013
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Every Monday at Playland Bar starting on February 18, 2013 drink for cheap and dance late into the night to ‘80s and ’90s video mixing by DJs Don Lynch and Scotty Fox. Nightcall Every Monday night at 10pm Playland Bar, 1351 Polk St., SF FREE >> Free Drink Deal: Come in your best ’80s or ’90s more...

Free Walking Tours
By - posted 2/16/2013
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Got a day off on President’s Day and want to learn a bit more about the city we love. San Francisco City Guides offers eight free walking tours on February 18, 2013. Presidents’ Day 2013 SF City Guides Walking Tours Monday, February 18, 2013 All over San Francisco FREE, but donations appreciated 9:30 am – Japanese more...

Unofficial 7×7 “Big Eat” 2013 Food Crawl
By - posted 2/16/2013
Eat & Drink

Ready for a fun, casual foodie scavenger hunt?  Every year, 7×7 magazine comes out with the 100 things to eat in SF before you die. Join this unofficial “Big Eat” Food crawl, totally unaffiliated with 7×7, but just a group of hungry people who love exploring SF’s food culture. The crawl starts in more...

Tulipmania 2013
By - posted 2/15/2013
Fairs & Festivals

Experience botanical bliss as Pier 39 transforms into a Bayside floral wonderland during the annual Tulipmania flower festival. Thousands of tulips and other whimsical floral displays adorn Pier 39′s two levels throughout this colorful event. Garden enthusiasts are invited to take a free Tulipmania tour, guided by a landscaping expert, daily more...

Sausage Eating Contest
By - posted 2/15/2013
Eat & Drink

Watch contestants stuff themselves like sausages in just five minutes during the second annual Craft Beer & Sausage Eating Contest at Rosamunde Sausage Grill in the Mission during SF Beer Week on February 16, 2013. Want to Watch?  It’s free to watch and everyone wins $1 off winner’s beer choice for the rest of the day or $2 more...

The $25 Pyramid
By - posted 2/14/2013
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Join SF Indie, an annual movie festival, for a night of wacky low-budget game show fun with $25 Pyramid. It’s like the old-school game show $25,000 Pyramid, except for cheapskates. Win “sorta decent prizes” as you guess words and phrases based on descriptions from your teammates. SF Indie’s “The $25 Pyramid” Friday, February 8, more...

Pillow Fight 2013
By - posted 2/12/2013
Fun & Games

Feathers will fly at this fun, flash-mob type event which takes place on Thursday, Valentine’s Day 2013, just as the Ferry Building clock tower strikes 6 pm. It’s Pillow Fight! Nearly 1,000 San Franciscans descend on Justin Herman Plaza with feather-stuffed pillows to run Braveheart-like at full speed at one another more...