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Karaoke Chaos: “Cupid’s Curse” Free Comedy + Song Showdown (SF)

Friday, February 13, 2026 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
KALW | 220 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA

Event Details

KALW/Fists of Improv
Part karaoke, part comedy showdown, all-out chaos! Enter the arena of song, satire, and sweet disorder in this high-energy karaoke game show experience. Think Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me gone rogue, with more glitter and way more drama. RSVP Here.

No singing skills required—just bravery and the will to have fun!

What to Expect:

Pick your song and choose your challenge level: Easy, Hard, or Extreme.

You’ll be challenged to dance, serenade, or complete surprise tasks on stage—be ready for anything!

⚡Cupid’s Curse is in effect—at random intervals we have to jump into a fast-paced

Survive challenges – sung at 1.5x to 2x speed—even interrupting performances!
Impress the Mic Overlords to earn your crown and titles!

Unlock Fever Mode by keeping the songs coming—expect epic remixes, medleys, and loads of audience participation.

Be there for Karaoke Chaos – a Bay Area original event from the Fists of Improv and KALW Public Media.

The Fists of Improv is the Bay Area’s BIPOC-forward LGBTQ+ improv troupe. Check out more of their work on their YouTube channel.

 

 

220 Montgomery St., San Francisco, 2 blocks from BART/MUNI

Doors open at 5

Refreshments for donation (and KALW members get their first one on the house)

🆓 The event is free with an RSVP — and you are welcome to donate what you want

This event is free thanks to member support. Please become a KALW member today and receive your first drink on us at all 220 Montgomery events.

Please note:

  • The event space is just to the left of the main entrance to the Mills Building at 220 Montgomery Street
  • We recommend taking BART/MUNI, exiting at Montgomery, and walking two blocks north
  • Ride-shares can drop off and pick up directly in front of the venue
  • If you drive, there are several garages within two blocks of the event location

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
Categories: *Top Pick*, Comedy, Community, Downtown San Francisco, Fun & Games, Geek Event, In Person, LGBTQ+, Live Music, Political Activism, Theater & Performance, Valentine's Day
Venue: KALW
Address: 220 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA

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