Featured Events in San Francisco in December, 2024 (June Updated)

Ragnar Kjartansson’s beloved video installation The Visitors (2012) is back at SFMOMA. In this mesmerizing hour-long work projected across nine screens, viewers are transported once again to the serene setting of Rokeby in upstate New York as the Icelandic artist and his musician friends perform together in various rooms of this historic mansion.

Table Manners brings together tableware, flatware, and drinkware from the SFMOMA Architecture + Design collection spanning nearly 100 years. The exhibition celebrates the ways design has shaped our relationship to food, our bodies, and communities, and how dining can be a profound communal and cultural experience. From self-filling wine glasses and teapots made of tea, to crisp modernist spoons and flatware made from discarded CDs, Table Manners explores the performance of dining. The exhibition includes works by Virgil Abloh, Joe Colombo, Zaha Hadid, Roberto Lugo, and many more, accompanied by illustrations and textiles by Lucy Stark.

Amy Sherald quickly came to the public eye with her portraits of former US President Barack Obama and his wife. She defined her portrait subjects as "Americans" to express that black people are also an integral part of American identity. The nearly 50 paintings on display continue her figurative representation of the black experience, placing the characters in historically typical and everyday environments, inviting the audience to participate in a more complex debate about the recognized concept of American identity.

Conversations at a party in Oakland in 1932 changed the history of photography. At that gathering, several now-iconic Bay Area figures — including Ansel Adams, Imogen Cunningham, and Edward Weston — banded together to form Group f.64, a collective dedicated to “true” photography and the rejection of the prevailing style of Pictorialism, which mimicked painting. The group’s name was technical, referring to the camera lens setting that permits the greatest depth of field, but their mission was creative: to make photographs of startling clarity and beauty that rivaled art made in other mediums. Although Group f.64 lasted for less than a year, its legacy endured, marking the Bay Area as an epicenter for modernist photography.

Bassrush Presents SVDDEN DEATH is set to take place at the prestigious Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco on December 7, 2024. The highly anticipated event will feature the renowned artist SVDDEN DEATH, known for delivering electrifying performances that blend heavy bass music with intricate sound design. Located at 99 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102, the venue provides the perfect setting for fans to immerse themselves in an unforgettable audiovisual experience. Don't miss this opportunity to witness SVDDEN DEATH live in action at Bassrush Presents SVDDEN DEATH in San Francisco.

Mary Cassatt (1844-1926) is often dismissed as a sentimental painter of mothers and children, but she was in fact a pioneering modernist. Her paintings, pastels and prints are characterized by constant experimentation and variation. The only American to join the French Impressionists, Cassatt first exhibited with the group in 1879 at the invitation of Degas and quickly became a key member of the movement. In addition to depicting women at the opera, visiting friends and drinking tea, Cassatt created many images of "women's work" - knitting and needlepoint, bathing children and nursing babies. These images suggest parallels between art-making and nursing work. The exhibition calls attention to the artist's own creative process - how she used brushes, etching needles, crayon sticks and even her fingertips to create radical works of art under the guise of "feminine" subjects.

Welcome to the 10th Annual OC Athlete Holiday Party! Join us for a night of celebration, good drinks, and great company at Mayes Oyster House. This annual fundraiser for the OC Foundation is an opportunity to party with fellow athletes and kick off the holiday season in style. Mark your calendars and get ready to have a blast -- dressed in your best anything-but-Christmas holiday attire -- at the OC Athlete Holiday Party! Information Source: Olympic Club Women's Soccer Team | eventbrite

The Golden State Warriors, established in 1946 and based in San Francisco, California, USA, play their home games at Chase Center. The Warriors have won the NBA Championship seven times, including four titles between 2015 and 2022. Current key players include Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The Cleveland Cavaliers, established in 1970 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, play their home games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The Cavaliers won the NBA Championship in 2016. Current key players include Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland.

From jongleurs to 說書人 Pingshu artists, storytellers throughout history have played a critical role in elucidating key facets of the human experience, making sense of our past and navigating our present. The stories they tell reveal profound truths about our reality, the shaping of identity, and human behavior. Both personal and political, some stories have insidiously perpetuated segregation, racism and sexism, whilst others offer visions of equitable futures through imagining and building worlds anew. Stories are inherently spiritual phenomena, often perceived as having a touch of magic, with their ability to manifest substance, texture, characters, and worlds. There is the gift of space, time and knowledge in stories. The exhibition, Walking Stories, contemplates the storied nature of human behavior and how individuals may be perceived as embodied "walking stories". Carried within the storyteller, passed down through generations are countless stories shared, given, received, and exchanged. Far from being fixed, stories are fluid in essence, constantly evolving as they are expanded on, abbreviated, and adapted per circumstance, context and audience. As such, how do we carry, gift, receive, exchange stories? What is said and intentionally left unsaid? How might we tell the untold stories of those who do not have capacity or reveal that which is not yet uncovered? In what ways do stories shape human connection, cross-generationally, personally and collectively? Artists Alice Wu, Dohee Lee, Farhana Sobhan, Katie Quan, Lydia Nakashima Degarrod, Hana Luna Her, Manon Wada, Mia Nakano, Miko Lee, Related Tactics, Trần Châu Hà and Tsim Nuj Vang explore these questions in their multimedia practice and collaborative exhibition, Walking Stories. Ranging from interactive installations, video, performance, photography, zines to conceptual potluck, the artists interrogate prevailing stories and their ramifications and prioritize stories that cultivate interconnectedness, empathy and invested involvement in the world around us. As individual and collective ‘walking stories’, every story we create, creates us. After all, we are shaped by our shaping of the world, which is perpetually shaped again in turn.

Explore a “narrative landscape” through pages from the janamsakhi (ਜਨਮਸਾਖੀ), or life story, of Guru Nanak (1469–1539). Incorporating styles found in traditional Indian miniatures, these works depict the guru’s meetings with various figures — from poet-saints like Kabir to kings and fantastical creatures — set against a shifting background of green fields, rolling hills, and streams full of fish. While underscoring Guru Nanak’s expansive work and influence, these images also reflect Sikhism’s quest to bridge ideological and religious divides.

Skateboarding has always been about more than tricks and competitions. It is a culture rooted in rebellion, creativity, style, and the pursuit of freedom. This exhibition, curated by Jeffrey Cheung and Gabriel Ramirez, founders of the skate collective Unity, celebrates the dreams and realities of queer, trans, BIPOC, and women skaters as well as the diverse communities that have shaped the sport, despite histories of hypermasculinity and exclusionary attitudes. Meet the pioneers who broke barriers, from the first women and queer skaters to go pro, to the underground movements that encouraged inclusivity and change in skateboarding. Through skateboards that represent queer and women skaters and artists, skate publications and zines, artworks, photographs, videos, and more, the works featured here explore how communities have fostered unity through a shared ethos of passion and determination. Just as skaters who, despite injuries and setbacks, persistently attempt a trick until they land it, Unity through Skateboarding encourages us to keep pushing for a more inclusive world, both on and off the board.

Inspired by the aura of global fame and popularity in Hallyu! The Korean Wave, the Koret Korean Galleries currently highlight artworks that speak to the idea of celebrity in a variety of creative ways. A brief survey of celebrity artists — renowned figures in the Korean art scene — includes works in watercolor, photography, and sculpture by Kim Whanki, Lee Gapchul, and Paik Nam June, as well as an arresting abstract painting by Korean American artist SoHyun Bae.

At its heart, Get in the Game: Sports, Art, Culture offers a collection of stories that show how sports impacts our culture and our psyches. They’re the type of stories that fuel our collective passion for “the game.” Discover the depth of swimmer Diana Nyad’s determination through an unexpected portrait angle. Feel the pressure Billie Jean King faced through a reenactment of her legendary “Battle of the Sexes” tennis match. Celebrate Kobe Bryant’s legacy as an NBA superstar and cultural icon in lustrous ceramic. This exhibition taps into the spirit of why you love sports through what we know best: art, design, and interactive experiences. It’s time to get in the game.

The Masako Martha Suzuki Teahouse is a tranquil and refreshing highlight of the Tateuchi Japanese galleries. Located in the Henri and Tomoye Takahashi Gallery and designed by architect Sato Osamu (b. 1931), the beloved teahouse features a display of collection objects that changes seasonally. The teahouse currently offers examples of rustic ceramics including a tea bowl, freshwater jar, and flower vase by renowned artist Tsujimura Shiro (b. 1947), curated by Associate Curator of Japanese Art Yuki Morishima. In the alcove, a hanging scroll by Chuho Sou (1760–1838), the 418th chief priest of Daitokuji Temple in Kyoto, bears a three-character inscription reading Muichimotsu: “All things are nothingness.” The phrase is a Zen Buddhist reminder to free oneself from desire and attachments — an appropriate message for a tea gathering, and an intriguing thought to consider while enjoying the teahouse’s atmosphere of minimalist serenity.

Illuminate SF™ is an annual light festival that illuminates San Francisco from November 24 to January 31. Christmas trees and holiday decorations aren't the only things that sparkle this holiday season. Illuminate SF™opens in a new window is an annual light festival that illuminates San Francisco from Thanksgiving through New Year's Day. There are more than 60 permanent and temporary light installations throughout the city. Experience this light trail to brighten your holiday season.

The Golden State Warriors, established in 1946 and based in San Francisco, California, USA, play their home games at Chase Center. The Warriors have won the NBA Championship seven times, including four titles between 2015 and 2022. Current key players include Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The Houston Rockets, established in 1967 and based in Houston, Texas, USA, play their home games at Toyota Center. The Rockets have won the NBA Championship twice, in 1994 and 1995. Current key players include Jalen Green.

If you have not attended a live standup special recording you are in for a real treat! The show will start at 8:00pm, we encourage all guests to arrive no later than 7:30pm so they have time to get drinks at the venue's bar and claim their seats. Since this show is a recording, there are a few extra important guidelines to follow: No talking or interrupting during the showAll cell phones must be put on silent or turned offAll attendees consent to potentially appearing in the final editHave fun & laugh!!If you would like to attend and have any questions please feel free to @zachlordcomedy or @tinyponycomedy on instagram. Information Source: Zach Lord | eventbrite

PAAM’s original production, A Scarf in Union Square, will put you in the spirit of the season with classic melodies, dynamic choreography, and a heartwarming story. Featuring performers ages 3 to 18. PAAM equips young artists with well-rounded, whole-person dance and theater arts training and the confidence to take on whatever path they choose. From acro to a cappella, we offer it all under one roof. Our school is the premier training program, providing continued excellence in arts education for students ages 3 & up. Our professional instructors not only bring experience, but also an incredible amount of passion and love for what they do. We look forward to seeing you in the studio and on stage! www.paamarts.com FAQsWhat's the refund policy? All ticket sales are final. What is the policy on lap infants? Children under the age of 12 months may sit on a caregivers lap free of charge. My assigned seats appear to be only even or odd numbers. Will my seats be together? Our theatre seats are numbered even on the left side, odd on the right side, so seats together will be consecutively even or odd. To review the theatre map, please visit our website at: https://www.palaceoffinearts.org/seating. What about parking? Parking is available along Palace Drive on a first come, first serve basis. We strongly recommend arriving 20-30 minutes before showtime to allow time for parking. Information Source: Performing Arts Academy of Marin | eventbrite

49ers vs CHICAGO BEARS SHUTTLE BUS FROM SAN FRANCISCO TO LEVI'S STADIUM 12/08/2024 10:00AM DEPARTURE. Hey football fans! Are you ready for the 49ers and the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium? Don't worry about driving and parking - hop on our shuttle bus from San Francisco (NORTH BEACH NEIGHBORHOOD) to the stadium on Sunday December 8, 2024 at 10:00 AM. Avoid the hassle and enjoy a stress-free ride to the game with fellow fans. Let's cheer on our team together! See you there! MRide it! Mride.com is San Francisco's preferred luxury shuttle to major events, festivals and concerts since 1998.Round-trip rides from San Francisco's North Beach District to Levi's Stadium to see The San Francisco 49ers vs Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium on Sunday December 8th 2024.Luxury shuttle bus to all 49ers home games at Levi's Stadium10AM DEPARTURE TIME from Toscano Brothers Italian Bakery 728 Vallejo Street, San FranciscoPlease arrive 15 minutes early to check inEasy Drop Off/Pickup Location To/From the game. Same pickup and drop-off location. GREEN RV/BUS LOT AT LEVI'S STADIUMPrice does not include tickets to the gameBring your own snacks and beverages (No Styrofoam coolers)Must be 21 and over to book with M Ride. (Minors ok when accompanied by an adult/parent)Ask about the special offers at all of Tony's affiliated businesses with your M Ride Wristband. Special deals for all M Ride passengers.M Ride Buses will depart from Levi's Stadium 30 minutes after the game ends. We cannot be held responsible for anyone who arrives after the 30 minute cutoff after the game. There will be no refunds for late arrivals. Go to www.mride.com for more information. Information Source: M Ride | eventbrite

Catch the R/T Shuttle Bus from San Francisco's Marina District to Westwood at 2036 Lombard Street, San Francisco, for the 49ers vs BEARS game at Levi's Stadium on December 8, 2024. Departing at 10:00 AM, enjoy a stress-free ride to the game with fellow fans. The luxury shuttle bus service has been a preferred choice for major events, festivals, and concerts since 1998. Ticket prices range from $75 to $99 and do not include game tickets. Snacks and beverages are allowed on board, but no Styrofoam coolers. Passengers must be 21 years or older to book with the service. Accompanied minors are permitted. Special deals are available at Westwood with the M Ride wristband. The bus will depart from Levi's Stadium 30 minutes after the game concludes. Late arrivals will not be refunded. Remember to check-in 15 minutes early for the smooth boarding process.

49ers Shuttle to Levis Stadium from Union Square Hilton O'Farrell. Hilton O'Farrell is located at 333 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco. Guests will meet at the white zone on the Mason Side of Hilton This event is your ticket to a hassle-free game day experience! Hop on the shuttle at Union Square Hilton and enjoy a smooth ride to Levis Stadium for the big game. Located at 333 O'Farrell Street, this convenient shuttle service will get you to the stadium in no time. Don't miss out on this opportunity to cheer on the 49ers with fellow fans - reserve your spot now! 49ers SHUTTLE BUS FROM SAN FRANCISCO TO LEVI'S STADIUM Hey football fans! Don't worry about driving and parking - hop on our shuttle bus from San Francisco to the stadium. Round Trip Shuttle bus/Van to Levi's StadiumDeparts Hilton O'Farrell Union SquarePlease arrive 15 minutes early to check inEasy Drop Off/Pickup Location To/From the game.Price does not include tickets to the gameBring your own snacks and beverages (No Styrofoam coolers)If you book Union Square you must depart Union Square. If you book Fisherman's Wharf you must depart Fisherman's Wharf. We will depart from Levi's Stadium 30 minutes after the game ends. We cannot be held responsible for anyone who arrives after the 30 minute cutoff after the game. There will be no refunds for late arrivals. We will utilize any bus or van of any size we desire to use on this event. Information Source: The Tour Store: San Francisco | eventbrite

Reaching new heights with both its influential style and its staggering auction prices, the work of Qi Baishi (Chinese, 1864–1957) remains an inspiration to audiences worldwide. Blending expertly minimal brushwork with passages of abstraction, Qi changed the course of traditional Chinese painting. His ink paintings capture everyday scenes and familiar moments, evoking the essential beauty of nature and the joy of life’s simple pleasures.In 1960, the de Young Museum presented a solo exhibition of Qi Baishi’s art in San Francisco, a recognition no other Chinese artist had previously achieved in the U.S. More recently, his paintings have set multimillion-dollar records as the most expensive Chinese artworks ever sold at auction. But throughout his lifetime, Qi maintained a down-to-earth sensibility rooted in his humble origins as a peasant carpenter — even as he rose to international prominence.

Reaching new heights with both its influential style and its staggering auction prices, the work of Qi Baishi (Chinese, 1864–1957) remains an inspiration to audiences worldwide. Blending expertly minimal brushwork with passages of abstraction, Qi changed the course of traditional Chinese painting. His ink paintings capture everyday scenes and familiar moments, evoking the essential beauty of nature and the joy of life’s simple pleasures.In 1960, the de Young Museum presented a solo exhibition of Qi Baishi’s art in San Francisco, a recognition no other Chinese artist had previously achieved in the U.S. More recently, his paintings have set multimillion-dollar records as the most expensive Chinese artworks ever sold at auction. But throughout his lifetime, Qi maintained a down-to-earth sensibility rooted in his humble origins as a peasant carpenter — even as he rose to international prominence.

49ers vs LOS ANGELES RAMS SHUTTLE BUS FROM SAN FRANCISCO TO LEVI'S STADIUM 12/12/2024 2:00PM DEPARTURE. Hey football fans! Are you ready for the 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium? Don't worry about driving and parking - hop on our shuttle bus from San Francisco (NORTH BEACH NEIGHBORHOOD) to the stadium on Thursday December 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Avoid the hassle and enjoy a stress-free ride to the game with fellow fans. Let's cheer on our team together! See you there! MRide it! Mride.com is San Francisco's preferred luxury shuttle to major events, festivals and concerts since 1998.Round-trip rides from San Francisco's North Beach District to Levi's Stadium to see The San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium on Thursday December 12th 2024.Luxury shuttle bus to all 49ers home games at Levi's Stadium2PM DEPARTURE TIME from Toscano Brothers Italian Bakery 728 Vallejo Street, San FranciscoPlease arrive 15 minutes early to check inEasy Drop Off/Pickup Location To/From the game. Same pickup and drop-off location. GREEN RV/BUS LOT AT LEVI'S STADIUMPrice does not include tickets to the gameBring your own snacks and beverages (No Styrofoam coolers)Must be 21 and over to book with M Ride. (Minors ok when accompanied by an adult/parent)Ask about the special offers at all of Tony's affiliated businesses with your M Ride Wristband. Special deals for all M Ride passengers.M Ride Buses will depart from Levi's Stadium 30 minutes after the game ends. We cannot be held responsible for anyone who arrives after the 30 minute cutoff after the game. There will be no refunds for late arrivals. Go to www.mride.com for more information. Information Source: M Ride | eventbrite

Trapxart San Francisco: The Holiday Gala Get fancy, enjoy our pop up art gallery & holiday gift shop. Dance to some music, order drinks and unwind. At trapxart we also always provide unique live art experiences, fashion exhibitions and musical highlights. 21+ with valid ID tickets are non-refundable. Information Source: @trapxart / trapxart.com | eventbrite

Every two years, SFMOMA celebrates Bay Area artists and our creative community with the SECA Art Award. Established in 1967, the award has honored nearly one hundred local recipients with an exhibition and platform for expanding their practices and sharing their work with new audiences. The 2024 SECA Art Award exhibition celebrates Rose D’Amato, Angela Hennessy, and Rupy C. Tut. Each artist has conceived a gallery with new works that bring distinct perspectives, processes, and materials into the museum.

Experience the ultimate Lucha Libre event in Guanajuato at Arena IPW Lucha Libre in San Francisco del Rincón. Witness all the top Superstars of IPW in action on December 14, 2024. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Mexican wrestling with ticket prices ranging from MX$54.06 to MX$162.17. Don't miss out on this electrifying opportunity to enjoy the best Lucha Libre in town.