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San Francisco stands as a legendary beacon for LGBTQ+ culture, where rainbow flags flutter proudly through the Castro District and decades of activism have shaped a city that celebrates authenticity at every turn.

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Events in the next 7 days in San Francisco

Wtf
Wtf
Tomorrow
The Stud
Mar 3
8:00 PM

Head to The Stud on Tuesday night for WTF—a chance to dance and celebrate at San Francisco's legendary queer institution that's been keeping the community alive since 1966. This worker-owned cooperative is where LGBTQ+ nightlife history happens, and every night brings that perfect mix of killer energy, diverse entertainment, and the kind of authentic vibe you can only find in a space built by and for the community. Come ready to have fun, connect with folks, and be part of something that actually matters.

Trivia Night

Tomorrow
Hi Tops San Francisco
Mar 3
8:00 PM

Join us for an exciting trivia night at Hi Tops San Francisco, the beloved neighborhood gay sports bar! Compete for cash prizes including $100 for first place, $50 for second place, plus a round of shots for the best team name. It's a fun, competitive evening in a welcoming community atmosphere with great food, drinks, and entertainment.

Truck
Truck
The Stud
Mar 4
9:30 PM

Listen up, heathens - Truck is shaking things up. ON Wednesdays, come park your TRUCK at @studsf. That's right, a new venue and a new day of the week. So long Truck Tuesday, hello Truck Hump Day. Don't worry, all the things you love about Truck Tuesday aren't going anywhere - we are just upgrading to give you the best possible experience and the Stud is exactly where Truck needs to be.

Climax with Freshie

Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Mar 5
9:00 PM

Climax with Freshie is your Thursday night escape at the legendary Aunt Charlie's Lounge—a cash-only dive bar institution where San Francisco's queer community has been gathering since the '80s. For just a $5 cover, you're getting front-row seats to the kind of authentic, unfiltered drag and nightlife that's becoming harder to find in the city, all in a space that's refreshingly unpretentious and genuinely welcoming. Whether you're a regular or discovering this iconic Tenderloin spot for the first time, it's the kind of night that reminds you why these spaces matter—real community, real talent, and real fun.

Dirty Boots
Dirty Boots
The Stud
Mar 6
10:00 PM

Dirty Boots is a menswear cruising party that brings together hot vibes, killer music, and plenty of flirtation across The Stud's legendary denim disco and darkroom spaces. This is your chance to experience one of San Francisco's most iconic queer venues—a worker-owned cooperative that's been the heart of the city's nightlife since 1966—while connecting with a fun, sexy crowd ready to have a good time. Come as you are, dress up, or dress down, and get ready for a night that celebrates queer joy, community, and unapologetic fun.

Queer Figure Drawing
Queer Figure Drawing
The Stud
Mar 8
5:00 PM

STUD Figure Drawing $5-15 sliding scale NOTAFLOF. Queer Figure Drawing is back at the STUD! Join us for a chill evening of drinking and drawing hosted by Kitty KaPowww, featuring 2 fabulous figure models. All experience levels welcome. Bring your own supplies. Seating available at 5:30pm - first come, first serve

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Wtf

The Stud
Mar 3, 8:00 PM

Head to The Stud on Tuesday night for WTF—a chance to dance and celebrate at San Francisco's legendary queer institution that's been keeping the community alive since 1966. This worker-owned cooperative is where LGBTQ+ nightlife history happens, and every night brings that perfect mix of killer energy, diverse entertainment, and the kind of authentic vibe you can only find in a space built by and for the community. Come ready to have fun, connect with folks, and be part of something that actually matters.

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Trivia Night

Hi Tops San Francisco
Mar 3, 8:00 PM

Join us for an exciting trivia night at Hi Tops San Francisco, the beloved neighborhood gay sports bar! Compete for cash prizes including $100 for first place, $50 for second place, plus a round of shots for the best team name. It's a fun, competitive evening in a welcoming community atmosphere with great food, drinks, and entertainment.

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Truck

The Stud
Mar 4, 9:30 PM

Listen up, heathens - Truck is shaking things up. ON Wednesdays, come park your TRUCK at @studsf. That's right, a new venue and a new day of the week. So long Truck Tuesday, hello Truck Hump Day. Don't worry, all the things you love about Truck Tuesday aren't going anywhere - we are just upgrading to give you the best possible experience and the Stud is exactly where Truck needs to be.

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Climax with Freshie

Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Mar 5, 9:00 PM

Climax with Freshie is your Thursday night escape at the legendary Aunt Charlie's Lounge—a cash-only dive bar institution where San Francisco's queer community has been gathering since the '80s. For just a $5 cover, you're getting front-row seats to the kind of authentic, unfiltered drag and nightlife that's becoming harder to find in the city, all in a space that's refreshingly unpretentious and genuinely welcoming. Whether you're a regular or discovering this iconic Tenderloin spot for the first time, it's the kind of night that reminds you why these spaces matter—real community, real talent, and real fun.

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Dirty Boots

The Stud
Mar 6, 10:00 PM

Dirty Boots is a menswear cruising party that brings together hot vibes, killer music, and plenty of flirtation across The Stud's legendary denim disco and darkroom spaces. This is your chance to experience one of San Francisco's most iconic queer venues—a worker-owned cooperative that's been the heart of the city's nightlife since 1966—while connecting with a fun, sexy crowd ready to have a good time. Come as you are, dress up, or dress down, and get ready for a night that celebrates queer joy, community, and unapologetic fun.

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Queer Figure Drawing

The Stud
Mar 8, 5:00 PM

STUD Figure Drawing $5-15 sliding scale NOTAFLOF. Queer Figure Drawing is back at the STUD! Join us for a chill evening of drinking and drawing hosted by Kitty KaPowww, featuring 2 fabulous figure models. All experience levels welcome. Bring your own supplies. Seating available at 5:30pm - first come, first serve

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Angels

Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Mar 10, 9:00 PM

Head to Aunt Charlie's on Tuesday night for Angels, where you'll catch some seriously talented drag performers before the dance floor takes over and things get properly wild. This legendary Tenderloin spot has been the heart of SF's queer nightlife for decades, and they've kept that authentic, unpretentious vibe alive—no fancy pretense, just real community and killer entertainment. Grab some cash, show up ready to have fun, and experience why Aunt Charlie's is still one of the most beloved queer bars in the city.

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Truck

The Stud
Mar 11, 9:30 PM

Listen up, heathens - Truck is shaking things up. ON Wednesdays, come park your TRUCK at @studsf. That's right, a new venue and a new day of the week. So long Truck Tuesday, hello Truck Hump Day. Don't worry, all the things you love about Truck Tuesday aren't going anywhere - we are just upgrading to give you the best possible experience and the Stud is exactly where Truck needs to be.

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