Celebrate North Beach First Fridays at the legendary Vesuvio Café with a solo exhibition by San Francisco artist Daniel DiPierro. Located in the heart of Jack Kerouac Alley, Vesuvio has served as a sanctuary for artists and thinkers since 1948, making it the ideal backdrop for DiPierro’s striking, contemporary compositions. The Art: DiPierro is known...
Join Waystone for North Beach First Fridays as they feature the works of local artist Kevin Figueroa. Located on Market Street at the edge of the Financial District and North Beach, Waystone pairs its curated selection of beer and wine with a focus on contemporary Bay Area art. Figueroa’s work provides a sharp, intellectual aesthetic...
Experience a compelling visual narrative at Sweetie's Art Bar as it hosts Barbara Sizelove’s latest exhibition, Moody Landscapes / Toxic Places. Tucked away on Francisco Street, Sweetie’s provides a quintessential North Beach "hidden gem" atmosphere—a mix of pool hall cool and serious gallery intent—making it the perfect laboratory for Sizelove’s evocative and challenging works. The...
Celebrate the true heart of the neighborhood at Fish Tank Gallery for North Beach First Fridays. This month, the gallery hosts an exhibition by A Guy Who Lives Nearby, an artist whose work is as deeply embedded in the local landscape as the gallery itself. Located on Grant Avenue, Fish Tank Gallery—curated by the renowned...
Experience the authentic sounds of soul and funk with the OG Rhythm & Blues Band at the Sheba Piano Lounge from 7:30-10:30pm. this veteran ensemble brings a rich, classic energy to the historic Fillmore District. The group is a mainstay of Sheba’s rotation, known for their deep pockets and an infectious repertoire that honors the neighborhood’s...
Gaucho is a masterful Bay Area band that combines the influence of gypsy jazz of 1930’s Europe with the rhythmic drive and collective improvisation of New Orleans swing music, gutbucket blues and elements of ragtime. Their sound, a uniquely American concoction, blends instrumental acuity and lighthearted humor that keep their audience coming back for more....
Step into the vibrant heart of San Francisco's Chinatown and discover Lion's Den Bar and Lounge, your ultimate destination for electrifying nightlife and unforgettable experiences. With an irresistible fusion of Asian-inspired cocktails, pulsating beats, and a captivating ambiance, Lion's Den sets the stage for a night you won't soon forget.
Ladies and Gentemen, introducing Fog City Swing! The bay area's newest and hottest swing band featuring an electrifying three horn front line, stellar crooning vocals, and a swing till you drop rhythm section. This seven piece ensemble will transport you to the 1940’s, it is truly the world’s smallest big band! Fog City Swing is...
Jump blues, swing, jazz and rare gems inspired by the '30s, '40s and '50s!
Kick off your Friday night with the "chill but groovy" sounds of Radio Veloso, San Francisco’s premier instrumental quartet. Known for crafting a soundscape that feels like a lost 70’s movie soundtrack, RV blends the rhythmic pulse of 90’s hip hop with the grit of 60’s soul and the hazy textures of afro-funk psychedelia. Expect...
Steve Willis & The Willing ft. Marina Crouse bring gritty, soulful blues and roots with deep grooves and powerhouse vocals.
A staple of the Bay Area scene since 2013, Atta Kid is an all-star crew that reaches into the swampy lilt of New Orleans and the razor-sharp precision of the East Bay at the same time. Led by Daniel Casares (sax and vocals)and Max Cowan (B-3, keyboards and vocals), Atta Kid will take you on...
