Featured Events in San Francisco in October, 2024 (May Updated)

Get ready to experience the comedic genius of Bobby Lee at Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco on October 19, 2024. Known for his hilarious stand-up performances and acting roles, Bobby Lee never fails to entertain audiences with his unique style and sharp wit. Make sure to mark your calendar for this unforgettable event at 915 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94133. Don't miss the chance to see Bobby Lee live on stage for a night filled with laughter and fun.

Sponsored by Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Join RAWdance & Litquake’s Elder Project for a unique, collaborative blend of storytelling, dance, and dialogue. Featuring the personal narratives of former Catskills vacationers, including Elder Project’s 98-year-old Irene Zahler, brought to life by 826 Valencia, and excerpts from RAWdance's evocative dance performance Escape,” inspired by the history of culturally-specific summer havens. Q&A to follow with the artists and storytellers, exploring the themes of memory, culture, and belonging. FREE, $10-15 suggested donation Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

Sponsored by Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Darius Simpson presents María Esqinca, Meilani Clay, and Kevin Madrigal Galindo—local poets who’ve made explicit political commitments to creating a better world outside of electoral structures with work that incites action, inspiration, curiosity, and the creativity needed for transforming reality. FREE, $10-15 suggested donation Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated Deric Cahill event taking place on October 19, 2024, at Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco. The venue, located at 915 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94133, will host this must-see event. Deric Cahill promises to deliver a night filled with laughter and entertainment that you won't want to miss. Join fellow comedy enthusiasts in experiencing a memorable evening in the vibrant city of San Francisco.

Class Time/Dates: 10:00am-5:00pm on Saturday and Sunday // October 19, 20 Schedule: 2 sessions Class size: 12 students maximum Prerequisite: Foundation 4 or equivalent. Email bats@improv.org for the access code and other eligibility questions. Tuition: $329 Specificity is the spark that brings improv to life. It’s the key to creating distinct characters, rich relationships, and scenes that truly go somewhere. Yet, we’ve all been in those moments where everything feels flat—you're playing a vague character in an undefined space, and the scene lacks direction or purpose. In this two-day workshop, we’ll dive deep into making specific choices that add clarity, depth, and emotional stakes to every scene. You’ll learn how verbal and physical details can define your characters, shape their relationships, and create vivid worlds to explore. What you'll do: Use specifics at the very start of a scene to ignite the action.Use details to infuse our choices with meaning and purpose.Notice and build on your scene partner’s choices to create a cohesive world.Perform a ton of scenes to practice and refine these skills!While this workshop focuses on short scene work, the techniques you’ll learn can be applied to all styles of improv. ————— We have community standards, a conflict process, and a COVID prevention policy in place. Agreement/acceptance of these policies is required to participate in BATS classes. Please use the links above to access and read these policies, and check the boxes during registration to indicate your agreement/confirmation. ————— BATS Improv Class Refund Policy If you cancel more than 96 hours (4 days) before a class begins, we will refund your tuition less a 15% processing fee.If you cancel within 96 hours (4 days) of your first class, or any time after your first class session, your tuition will be forfeit.In the event that we cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, we’ll refund your tuition in full. Information Source: BATS Improv, Center for Improvised Theatre | eventbrite

Sponsored by Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Finding Home follows the journeys of authors who have fought for their sense of belonging, safety, and nourishment by overcoming adversity, reframing their identity, and building community. These poets will be sharing pieces that celebrate the full breadth of the human experience and what home means to them. Rhea Joseph presents Lorrie Chang, Papi Grande, Serena Chan, and Denise Masiel. FREE, $10-15 suggested donation Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

49ers vs KANSAS CITY CHIEFS SHUTTLE BUS FROM NORTH BEACH IN SAN FRANCISCO TO LEVI'S STADIUM 10/20/2024 10:00AM DEPARTURE. SUPER BOWL REMATCH! Hey football fans! Are you ready for the 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs 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 October 20, 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 Kansas City Chief's at Levi's Stadium on Sunday October 20th 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

Desi Femme Dance Workshop | Open Level | October 20, 2024 | @devudances Join us for an exciting Bollywood Femme Dance Workshop at the Sol Hot Yoga & Movement in San Francisco, CA. This workshop is open level, so whether you're just getting started in your dance journey or have been dancing your whole life, get ready to explore new movement in a fun environment. About @devudances D evanshi is a dancer and choreographer based in San Francisco, CA. With over 15 years of experience in Indian Dance Styles like Bharatnatyam, Garba, Raas, and Bollywood, she is incredibly passionate about fusing styles she grew up learning with styles she that intrigue her. In college, served as Choreography Captain and Lead Dancer for UCSB Taara, her collegiate Bollywood dance team, and explored styles like Heels, Hip Hop, and Commercial Jazz Funk while training for 2 years in Los Angeles. Devanshi has her degree in the History of Art & Architecture and Economics from UC Santa Barbara. She is loving investing in her new dance family in San Francisco! Information Source: Devanshi Mehta | eventbrite

Experience the electrifying event "Charli XCX & Troye Sivan present: Sweat" coming to San Francisco at the prestigious Chase Center on October 20, 2024. The venue is located at 300 16th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158. Don't miss the chance to witness these two talented artists perform live in one unforgettable night.

Catch the M Ride shuttle bus from San Francisco's Marina District to Levi's Stadium for the 49ers vs CHIEFS game on October 20, 2024. Departing at 10:00 AM from Westwood at 2036 Lombard Street, San Francisco, this luxury shuttle service offers a stress-free and convenient way to get to the game. With roundtrip rides available, fans can avoid the hassle of driving and parking. The shuttle provides easy drop-off and pickup locations at the stadium, ensuring a smooth experience for attendees. Please note that the ticket price ranges from $75 to $99 and passengers must be 21 or over to book with M Ride. Snacks and beverages are allowed on board, so you can enjoy the journey with fellow fans. After the game, the bus will depart 30 minutes post-game, so be sure to arrive on time to catch the ride back. Don't miss out on this opportunity to cheer on your team at Levi's Stadium - book your seat now!

The Hollywood Crime Scene Podcast is set to take place at Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco on October 20, 2024. This event promises an intriguing exploration of crime stories straight from the heart of Hollywood. Located at 915 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94133, the venue offers a perfect setting for an evening of chilling tales and gripping narratives. Join the podcast hosts as they delve into the dark side of Tinseltown, uncovering mysteries and scandals that have captivated audiences worldwide. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the fascinating world of Hollywood crime firsthand.

Sponsored by Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Join a conversation among poets in the lineage of June Jordan's Poetry for the People who write and speak into liberation struggles from America to Palestine. Noor Brody presents Dina Omar, Tehmina Khan, and more. FREE, $10-15 suggested donation Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

Join us to experience acro as an interface for physical connection The word “acro” is derived from the Greek akros, meaning “extremities” – parts of the human body that we use as an interface to connect with the physical world. With this weekly recurring gathering, we will dive into a playful exploration of physics by utilizing our akros. We will interact with a diverse set of props like balls, sticks and ropes to explore finding balance, giving and receiving forces and momentum. Help create a new acro vocabulary that is relatable and hence accessible by everyone Imagine exploring foot to foot not just as foot on foot but vertically stacked and aligned bodies in any way that is your own. This gathering is an invitation to explore what lies beyond the body-centric acroyoga jargon, and break free from acro poses and patterns! An opportunity to craft an acro practice that is open to all, where a unifying vocabulary rooted in physics empowers our moves and connects diverse bodies in magical ways. Share your movement story during our movement potluck style warm-ups, witness the group translate it to their own bodies through playful exploration. Share your discoveries with the group during our choreo exercises and celebrate the joy of acro's boundless language created by everyone in the room. Bring it all the awe and excitement we generate together back to the ground with a partner massage at the end. This event blends into the second event, Acro Explorations. The Foundations and the Explorations are independent from each other so one can choose to attend one or the other or both. Participants can join the events solo, partnered or as a group. They are free to stay solo, partnered or within their pod, or change partners during the class or form new groups of more than two bodies. Join us, unite in curiosity, and move together! Price for event: $30 Early Bird, $35 day of Schedule 730pm - 930pm Bio Kadir is a San Francisco based emerging performing artist offering weekly acro classes at Center SF and Menlo Park Academy of Dance. Kadir has had an unconventional history of training in acro. Kadir's acro journey began 15 years ago when he met his first acro partner in 2008, a Japanese humanoid robot called CB2, also known as the world's creepiest robot. Kadir was tasked with developing software so that the robot could get up from the ground when a human partner pulled it by its arms, and balance with them. While working on this project, Kadir unknowingly wrote source code that laid the foundation for his acro practice. In 2015, Kadir co-organized a 3-day yoga festival on the college campus with over 1,000 participants. There were no acro classes in Turkey at the time, so Kadir ended up teaching a series of acroyoga workshops before he took any acro classes himself. Kadir was born in Istanbul, the beautiful city that gave San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge its name. In 2016, he immigrated to SF. Since then, he has helped facilitate weekly acroyoga classes and offered workshops at various locations in the city, including Aerial Artique, SF Pole & Dance, Bay JiuJitsu, Yoga Tree and Yogaworks. In the last 5 years, Kadir has been offered scholarships to train with Axis Dance Company and Pilobolus Dance Company as he continued his search for an acro practice that is equally accessible for people of all minds and all bodies. Kadir is excited for the Center’s invitation to share and grow this practice with the community. ** no refunds or exchanges are available for this event - you can sell or gift your ticket to a friend** Information Source: The Center SF | eventbrite

Studying at the Royal College of Art places you at the heart of London: a city internationally renowned for its creativity, culture and diversity - the perfect place to develop your creative career in. What do prospective students need to know about living and studying in the UK? You’re invited to meet Dr Kamini Vellodi in San Francisco for an in-person conversation about studying at the RCA. What to expectMonday 21 October 2024, 5.30-8.30pm 5.30pm - Guest arrivals and refreshments 6.00pm - About the RCA presentation and Q&A 8.30pm - End We'd love you to join for all parts of the event but if you can only join for part of it, that's fine too. Who is this event forThose interested in postgraduate study at the Royal College of ArtCurrent RCA applicants and offer-holdersFriends and family are also welcome to join, though please ensure they have a ticketYou don't have to specialise in any discipline to attend this event: we welcome guests planning to apply to all subject areas. About the hostKamini Vellodi (Head of Painting MA programme) Dr Kamini Vellodi's work across teaching, research and leadership brings together a commitment to the interfaces of theory, history, and practice, to painting as a mode of thinking and to nurturing practice research cultures. Dr Kamini Vellodi joined the RCA in 2024 from Edinburgh College of Art, University of Edinburgh, where she was Senior Lecturer in Philosophy, Theory and History of Art, and Director of Research. An alumnus of the RCA Painting programme, she completed her PhD in Philosophy from the Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy, Middlesex University, in 2012. Kamini researches and publishes extensively in the fields of modern and contemporary European philosophy and critical theory, philosophies of art, theories and critical historiographies of art history, contemporary visual arts and theories of the image. Recent books include Tintoretto’s Difference. Deleuze, Diagrammatics and Art History (Bloomsbury, 2019), and Grey on Grey. At the Threshold of Philosophy and Art (Edinburgh University Press 2023), and she is Series Editor of Refractions. At the Borders of Art History and Philosophy (Edinburgh University Press). She has held senior academic roles and taught widely across departments of fine art practice, art history, visual culture and philosophy, nationally and internationally, and has been a visiting fellow/faculty at universities around the world including the University of California at Berkeley and Parsons School of Design. How to joinThe event is free to attend, but please note that places are limited. Pre-booking is essential to guarantee your spot. Other events at the RCAWe are continually adding to our diverse programme of events: conversations on key topics such as funding advice and portfolio development, symposia, exhibitions, open days and more. Many are free and open to the public. Information Source: Royal College of Art | eventbrite

Experience an evening of laughter and entertainment at the That's Messed Up Podcast event, taking place at Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco. The event is scheduled for October 22, 2024, at 915 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94133. Join the hosts as they discuss a variety of intriguing and thought-provoking topics that are sure to captivate the audience. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a live recording of this popular podcast in the vibrant city of San Francisco.

Co-presented with City Lights Booksellers & Publishers Bay Area author Joshua Mohr taps the troubled vein of class warfare and gentrification in Oakland with his latest book Saint The Terrifying, an ambitious tale of love and retribution. An ex-con, Saint was raised in the wilds of Norway, where his father brought him up in the old traditions and taught him the way of the Viking. Now Saint finds himself immersed in the Oakland music scene and, off stage, hunting down criminals no one else cares to find. Saint’s role as hardboiled detective is informed by Mohr’s deft interweaving of recent history, including Oakland’s Ghost Ship warehouse fire—a tragedy that Mohr revisits in a bold act of reclamation. Join the author in conversation with Peter Maravelis of City Lights, followed by a performance from Mohr’s band, Slummy. Doors at 6:30PM. $12 adv/$15 door Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

Join local author, National Book Award finalist and Sibert Medal winner Elizabeth Partridge at Books Inc. in the Marina to learn about her fabulous new picture book GOLDEN GATE; a thrilling look at the process of building San Francisco’s iconic landmark! The Golden Gate Bridge, beloved landmark and symbol of San Francisco, finally gets a gorgeous picture book that tells the thrilling story of how it was built! Across a treacherous strait where deep ocean waters rip back and forth with the tides, and during the depths of the Great Depression, daring teams of engineers and builders set out to make something many thought impossible. Begun in 1933 and officially opened on May 27, 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge and its awe-inspiring and groundbreaking construction are truly a testament to the power of hope and perseverance. Told from the point of view of the lighthouse keeper’s kids, who watch in fascination as the trucks and crews arrive and steel towers coated in heavy red paint begin to rise above the tempestuous water, Golden Gate shares a thrilling visual perspective on each stage of the breathtaking project. Young readers can look and learn as each turn of the page reveals dazzling, color-soaked artwork paired with text that blends factual details into the narrators’ keen observations. By the final spread, where fireworks explode in celebration over the mighty bridge, the tale is complete—not only of an astonishing feat of engineering but of the potential of human ingenuity to defy the odds and make the impossible possible. EXTRAORDINARY NONFICTION BOOK FOR KIDS: Painstaking research went into the writing and illustrating of this story, making it an outstanding resource for learning about an American engineering marvel. The author’s afterword summarizes key facts and offers a powerful reminder of why the Golden Gate is beloved around the world as one of the most beautiful and inspiring bridges ever built. AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR: Elizabeth Partridge is the acclaimed author of many books for young and young adult readers, including Seen and Unseen, Parks for the People, and Marching for Freedom, as well as biographies of Dorothea Lange, Woody Guthrie, and John Lennon. Her books have received multiple honors, including the Robert F. Sibert Medal, National Book Award finalist, Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, Los Angeles Times Book Prize, a Michael L. Printz Honor, and the Jane Addams Children's Book Award. Elizabeth Partridgehas lived near the Golden Gate Bridge all her life. Driving or walking across the strong steel bridge, suspended between sky and water, always thrills her. The author of many books, Elizabeth is a National Book Award finalist and has won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Literature, ALA’s Printz Honor Award, the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award, and the Sibert Medal. She lives in Berkeley with her three-generation family, two dogs, and the world’s shyest cat. For more information, please visit elizabethpartridge.com. Information Source: Books Inc. | eventbrite

Co-presented with Jewish Community Center San Francisco Bang Bang, Niner Gang! From award-winning SF Chronicle journalist Mike Silver comes the inside story of the brilliant, hypercompetitive young NFL coaches who threw out decades of received wisdom to fundamentally remake America’s most popular sport. When Kyle Shanahan became the NFL’s youngest offensive coordinator in 2008, he had one prevailing rule: Tell me the why. If a colleague couldn’t justify his position by providing the unassailable reasoning behind it, he was told to get the hell out of Shanahan’s office. Shanahan and the members of his coaching tree—Sean McVay, Mike McDaniel, Raheem Morris, and Matt LaFleur—are now NFL stars and coaching revolutionaries. With The Why Is Everything, Silver draws on unmatched access across the league to take us into the key moments of how it all happened, and in the process gives us a timeless account of friendship, rivalry, and the never-ending pursuit of perfection. Silver will be in convo with 49ers legend Steven Young. Doors at 6:30PM. $17 adv (book bundle avail.) / $20 door Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

Take a midweek pause, find stillness, and bask in the words of four phenomenal poets, whose verses will soar to the vaulted ceiling in magnificent Grace Cathedral. A. Van Jordan (When I Waked, I Cried to Dream Again), Dorianne Laux (Life on Earth), Ruben Quesada (Brutal Companion), and Alice Templeton (The Infinite Field) will read work from their latest collections, in one of Litquake’s most beloved annual events, curated by D.A. Powell and Preeti Vangani. FREE, $10-15 suggested donation Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite

Experience the magic of ZAYN's "Stairway To The Sky Tour" as it arrives in San Francisco at the prestigious Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on October 23, 2024. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of live music at this iconic venue located at 99 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102. Join ZAYN as he captivates the audience with his incredible vocals and electrifying performances. Get ready to be transported to new heights with this one-of-a-kind musical journey.

Experience the mesmerizing Loossemble 2024 Concert at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco on October 23, 2024. Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies and captivating performances at this prestigious venue located at 3301 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA, 94123. Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness an unforgettable musical event in the heart of the U.S.

⛳️ SF Aussies Mini-golf + Happy hour ⛳️ Holey Moley is a mini golf course and bar that turns traditional putt-putt into a multi-sensory labyrinth of unique holes. It's nifty, it's nostalgic, it's a bit 80s, and a bit 90s 🕺 Spots are limited, so reserve your tee time now! We can’t wait to see you there! 🤝🏻: this is a great opportunity for you to meet our growing community of Aussies in the Bay Area 🎟️: $20 for SFAussie members, $40 for non-members (join us here) 🍻: ticket includes 18 holes of mini-golf fun and a drink! After you’ve conquered the course, keep the good time rolling at our cash bar 😍: check out other exciting SFAussies events here Information Source: Australian American Chamber of Commerce SF | eventbrite

Some say it's an affliction; we call it comedy... The Bay Area Pun-Off is a bi-monthly sold-out San Francisco comedy staple: holding together a diverse community of wordplayers and countless unfortunate bystanders (and sitters). Bolstered by groans, eye rolls, and the ever-sought-after double-handed facepalm, we're 8 years strong with equal parts ironic triumph and gleeful apology. At the Pun-Off, we are proud to invite you to celebrate the contagious power of the pun, the lowest form of comedy, the highest form of intellect; a prized tool of parents, kindergarten teachers, Facebook trolls, and Witzelsucht patients everywhere! NOTE TIME: Doors open at 6:30 pm // Main events start at 7:30pm AUDIENCE: please get a General Admission ticket. *Any combo of the below tickets can be arranged with a note directly to organizer... PERFORMERS/COMPETITORS: Performer tickets come with a free drink and a chance to win other unique prizes and titles! See below for ticket instructions. Prepared Puntificators will open the evening with a non-competitive showcase of original punning on a topic of their choosing - Please keep it under 2 minutes, and do not plan to bring your phone on stage to read from. Please purchase a Prepared Puns (Puntificator) ticket. If they're sold out, they're sold out. 1 ticket per performer. Punslingers will battle fellow punsters in lightning rounds of freestyle punning on a given category.* Last punster standing could win an official hand-mei-made trophy, in addition to bragging rights (if you really want to call 'em that...) To compete, please enter the Punslinger competitor ticket lottery. The lottery will be open for approximately two weeks. Competitors will be drawn from this pool. Names not drawn will have their tickets changed to audience tickets. In the case of no-shows on show night, the emcee will select back-ups. We’ll send out an email to let you know when all the names have been chosen - you'll get notified either way. First timers very welcome - you will be well-prepped at the event**. Please grab a First Timer Only Punslinger competitor ticket. There are 3 spots reserved for first timers only. Once they're gone you may enter the Punslinger competitor lottery pool. Finally, remember: At the Pun-Off, jokes don't have to be funny, they just have to be puns. ~ The Pun-Off warmly encourages punsters of all backgrounds, identities, persuasions, and inclinations to attend. People with alternative modes of personal transportation can and will be accommodated, and we encourage a scent-free event - please be mindful with your dryer sheets, detergent scents, colognes, and perfumes. If the price is a serious obstacle, please contact the organizer to inquire about options. We aim to turn away no-buddy and we enjoy the company and labor of volunteers. Please don't contact the organizer for refunds or exchanges - our Facebook event page is a good place for such endeavors. *All categories and rules are subject to change. **Seriously, this is the warmest crowd in town. ***This is a very silly event and the judge's decisions are final. Information Source: Worldwide Puns | eventbrite

🧡 If you love fonts and type design, this is the place for you! 🤓 Whether you want to nerd out about kerning or chat about non-design topics, join us to connect with font friends and meet new ones! 📖 We'll have some cool pieces from our collection on view just for you! 📣 We won’t feature any presentations, but will give space for short announcements, such as news and launches in the community, birthday toasts, or anything else that might interest others. 💸 The entry fee helps cover the cost of drinks and snacks, but if money is tight for you, don’t worry about it—nobody will be turned away at the door. Information Source: eventbrite

Co-presented with Generation Women We’re pleased to welcome the San Francisco return of Generation Women, a live multigenerational storytelling series. One woman or non-binary performer in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s+ will share an original true story on the theme of “Plot Twists,” ones they’ve written, encountered, wished for, or regretted. Founded by author Georgia Clark in New York City in 2017, the mission of Generation Women is to amplify underheard voices and create space for intergenerational connection and community. Featuring Eirinie Carson, Susan Kiyo Ito, Giovanna Lomanto, Jenny Pritchett, Rachel Levin. and Jane Smiley. Hosted by writer, editor, and curator Samantha Schoech. Doors at 7:00pm. $20 adv / $25 door Information Source: Litquake, San Francisco's Literary Festival | eventbrite