Home » *Top Pick*, Community, In Person, Kids & Families, Lectures & Workshops, Literature

“Dessert” Arts & Crafts Release Party w/ Crafts + Free Cupcakes (SF)

Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*You can just walk in!
The International Library of Young Authors | 849 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA

Event Details

Illustoria

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 grownups. The magazine celebrates visual storytelling, makers, and DIY culture through stories, art, comics, interviews, crafts, and activities. This high-quality triannual publication is geared toward readers ages 6–12 and the young at heart. Illustoria is the official publication of the International Alliance of Youth Writing Centers, publishing writing and art by young people alongside accomplished professionals.

Illustoria’s Dessert issue features a bright, scrumptious, and sculptural cover by artist-duo Chiaozza. Inside the magazine, learn how to make cinnamon honey cake, discover forgotten desserts from history (such as the raspberry flummery), go on an upcycling adventure with ice cream makers Salt & Straw, make adorable animal-shaped gingerbread cookies with Isabel Roxas, read a heartwarming tale about rainbow cookies from Raj Tawney, and so much more.

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: FREE*
*You can just walk in!
Categories: *Top Pick*, Community, In Person, Kids & Families, Lectures & Workshops, Literature
Venue: The International Library of Young Authors
Address: 849 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA

Other Events on This Day

Saturday, January 31, 2026

All Day   2026 “Hearts in San Francisco” at the Ferry Building (Jan. 24 – Feb. 11)  FREE
8:00 am   Grand Opening for Japanese Supermarket ‘Tokyo Central’ (East Bay)  FREE
8:00 am   Toastique Grand Opening: $50 “Reward” for First 100 (San Jose)  FREE*
*https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toastique-san-jose-grand-opening-tickets-1980402654651
9:30 am   Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
9:30 am   Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
10:00 am   2026 White Elephant Sale in 90,000+ Sq Ft. Warehouse (Jan. 25 – Feb. 21)  $7
10:00 am   SF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)  $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
10:15 am   SF’s 2026 Free Lunar New Year Lion Dancing Festival at 16 SF Libraries (Jan. 17-31)  FREE
11:00 am   Rare Studio Ghibli Experience Pops Up in San Jose (Jan. 9 – Feb. 8)  FREE
11:00 am   San Francisco’s 2026 Slavic Festival (Jan. 31-Feb. 1)  $17.85*
*$15 adult | $10 seniors / military / students | Free for children 12 and under
11:30 am   Free Musical Screening + Vegan Bites (St. Mary Cathedral)  FREE
11:30 am   Power the Future: KALW Youth Empowerment Summit  FREE*
*free, donation welcome
12:00 pm   “ICE Out The Bay” Community Cookout (Sunnyvale)  FREE*
*No reservation, ticket, or money required. Just participation.
12:00 pm   San Francisco Giants 2026 FanFest Tour (Sacramento)  FREE*
*Free admission, but there may be a parking charge at certain venues. Tickets are free but RSVP is required
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $25 door tickets also available
8:00 pm   $5 Off: “The Confessional” SF’s Wild “Sins & Secrets” Improv Comedy Show  $11.94*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $17.12) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
8:00 pm   Full Moon Trip Temple Art Party (SF)  FREE*
*Donations are appreciated. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
8:00 pm   “Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required, but pre-rolls start at just $7
9:00 pm   SF Neo-Futurists “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)  $18.60*
*$13 + roll of a die at the door, OR $16 online. Group discounts—bring friends!
9:00 pm   $5 Off: “Your Fucked Up Relationship” Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)  $16.37*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $21.49) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
9:00 pm   Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
10:00 pm   SF’s Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP
< Friday, January 30 Sunday, February 1 >