Club & Nightlifes in San Francisco

Naomi Smalls is the special guest for the wildest Drag Race viewing party in the Castro. Watch the Season 18 finale with hosts Hera Wynn and Melanie Sparks, then stick around for performances from all three, go-go dancers, DJs, and...

Gather with fellow fans to watch the latest season of RuPaul's Drag Race at The Stud, the city's iconic queer nightclub. It's the perfect excuse to settle in with a drink, cheer on your favorites, and celebrate drag culture alongside...

Slut Puppy is a playful pajama party where you show up comfy and leave a little messy. Slip into your cutest sleepwear—pj shorts, flannel, silk robes, onesies, pup hoods—and get ready for a night of dancing, a ball pit, and...

Dadhunt is SF Eagle's signature daddy-themed night, drawing a hot crowd of older men and their admirers for dancing, drinking, and connection in the heart of SOMA. It's the kind of night where the energy is electric, the bartenders know...

House music and good vibes every third Friday at Mother. DJ Junior spins from 9pm to midnight, drawing a crowd that knows how to dance. It's the kind of night that reminds you why the Mission's queer scene is worth...

Lone Star's weekly pool tournament brings together bears and their friends for competitive play and good company. Show up, grab a cue, and join the crowd — it's the kind of Saturday night that keeps people coming back.

Fagatha Christie's Book Club brings queer literary culture to The Stud with monthly gatherings that celebrate LGBTQ+ authors, stories, and the readers who love them. Whether you're deep into contemporary queer fiction or rediscovering classics, this is where book lovers...

Young Hearts is SF Eagle's signature disco dance party — a high-energy night built for the younger queer crowd to dance, connect, and celebrate together. Expect a packed dance floor, killer DJ sets, and the kind of electric atmosphere that...

Off Leash is GAYBANGERS with DJ Nico — a monthly third-Saturday night that's become a Mission District staple for anyone who wants to dance hard and sweat it out with a crowd that gets it. 10pm to 1am of pure...

PADDYBEAR's HIGH TEA is the Sunday afternoon reset you didn't know you needed — DJ Ben Fonik spinning on the decks, go-go dancer Emerson bringing the energy, and 2-for-1 Wells keeping things flowing. No cover, 21+, 4:30–9pm. It's the kind...

Monday night knitting circle at Lone Star Saloon where experienced knitters and curious beginners gather to create together. Bring your needles or hooks, or come learn from the talented folks already hooked on the craft. It's a relaxed, social night...

WTF is The Stud's late-night dance party that runs from 8 PM Tuesday into Wednesday morning. Part of the legendary worker-owned cooperative's rotating roster of drag, DJs, and dance nights, WTF is where the city's queer nightlife gets delightfully unhinged....

Safe Words is a kink and leather-focused event that brings together the SOMA community for an evening of connection, education, and celebration. Whether you're curious, experienced, or just looking to be around your people, this is a welcoming space to...

Truck is The Stud's signature Wednesday night party — a high-energy dance floor packed with a diverse crowd ready to move. It's the kind of midweek reset that keeps people coming back, with solid DJing and the kind of vibe...

A late-night gathering for the jock and athletic crowd at SF Eagle — where leather, attitude, and good company collide. Expect a mix of athletic types, leather enthusiasts, and everyone who appreciates the intersection of fitness and nightlife. It's the...

Club Papi's monthly Latin night celebrates two years with a special live performance from RuPaul's Drag Race Mexico star Horacio Potasio, plus ten go-go dancers and a packed dance floor. DJ Ben spins reggaeton, cumbia, merengue, and dance music while...

Six years of drag spectacular meets disco-pop dance party, and Princess is celebrating with RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 star Jane Don't headlining a night of Bay Area drag superstars. Doors at 10pm with a meet and greet, show around...

Lone Star's weekly pool tournament brings together the bear community and neighborhood regulars for competitive play and good company. Show up, grab a cue, and test your skills against folks who actually know how to play — it's the kind...

Rope Burn SF's rope bondage social brings together enthusiasts and curious folks for an evening of connection and education. Watch pro riggers and Rope Burn instructors demo rope suspension techniques, ask questions, and hang out with a welcoming community that...

DJ SUCIA brings the heat every fourth Saturday at Mother — a recurring night built for dancing and good vibes. Expect juicy beats, a packed dance floor, and the kind of energy that keeps people coming back month after month.

A playful night at SF Eagle where comfort meets community — slip into your favorite onesie and join the crowd for dancing, drinks, and pure fun. It's the kind of themed party that brings out everyone's inner kid while keeping...

Grunt is bringing the heat to The Stud, San Francisco's legendary worker-owned queer bar that's been a community cornerstone since 1966. Get ready for a night of high-energy dancing, killer vibes, and the kind of authentic SOMA nightlife that keeps...

The legendary Sunday afternoon tradition at Lone Star Saloon — cheap beer, a packed patio, and the bear community at its most relaxed and social. This is the weekly reset that's been drawing folks for years: good people, good vibes,...

Monday night knitting circle at Lone Star Saloon where experienced knitters and crocheters gather alongside folks just learning the ropes. Bring your needles or hooks, grab a drink, and settle in with a welcoming crowd of creative people who actually...

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 holding it down since 1966. This worker-owned cooperative is where LGBTQ+ nightlife history actually lives, and every night...

Truck is The Stud's weekly Wednesday night party — a reliable midweek escape with a packed dance floor and the kind of crowd that knows how to have a good time. Late-night energy, solid DJs, and the cooperative's iconic SOMA...

Latin house and tribal beats with DJ Joe Pacheco and DJ Geovanni Pacheco spinning live in the Castro. Ten go-go dancers, drink specials all night, and the kind of packed dance floor that's become Circuit Papi's signature. This is the...

Seasoned is the monthly party for queers in their prime years, held the first Saturday of every month at Mother. DJ SUCIA keeps the dance floor moving from 7 to 10pm with the kind of energy that only comes from...

Club Papi and Valentino present a Cinco de Mayo benefit party raising funds for SF Pride's 2026 Latin Dance Stage. DJs LU, Fabian, and DJ Jaffeth will keep the dance floor packed all night. All door proceeds go directly to...

ScripTease is Eagle Players' monthly showcase for queer performance artists, playwrights, actors, and songwriters to debut new work in progress. First Wednesdays bring writers sharing short pieces, performers reading fresh material, and everyone else there to watch, drink, and support...

Muñecas are back and bringing the noise—14 years deep, still making ruido with the chingonas from Skip The Needle and Pariah for their first desmadre together. Pull up with your crew, bring your attitude, pura raza. Doors at 8pm, $10.

The leather and kink crowd's favorite second-Friday ritual — gear, cigars, boots, and the kind of energy that keeps people dancing until 2am. No cover before 9:30pm if you show up in leather, but everyone's welcome to come as they...

Reinas is the city's go-to Latin dance night — reggaeton, cumbia, baile, funk, freestyle, salsa dembow, and Latin remixes that keep the floor moving. Every second Friday from 9pm to midnight, this is where the community comes to dance, celebrate,...

Nudie Nubie's is a lively drag and entertainment event at The Stud, San Francisco's iconic worker-owned cooperative nightclub. Expect vibrant performances, a packed dance floor, and the kind of Saturday night energy that keeps people coming back. This is the...

Juicy Love Dion, the dancing doll from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, is headlining Big Top Saturday at Beaux to celebrate Hera Wynn's birthday bash. Expect a sickening drag show hosted by iconic SF diva Hera Wynn and an all-star...

💃🏻🎨 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 @kittykapowww, featuring 2 fabulous figure models: 🧑‍🎨 All experience...

The Stud's bear happy hour brings together the city's bear community for drinks, conversation, and good vibes in one of San Francisco's most iconic queer spaces. It's the kind of Thursday evening where you'll find a welcoming crowd, strong cocktails,...

Step into Altaer at The Stud, San Francisco's legendary worker-owned queer bar, for a night of pure temptation and electric energy. This iconic SOMA institution has been the heart of queer nightlife since 1966, and Altaer brings that same magic...

JORGEOUS fresh off RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars is headlining Big Top Saturday, Beaux's monthly drag spectacular hosted by iconic SF diva Hera Wynn. Grab a meet-and-greet ticket for a photo with JORGEOUS before the show, then dance to pop...

GAYBANGERS with DJ Nico is the third Saturday night ritual for the leather and queer dance crowd — a monthly party that brings together the best of the scene for three hours of unapologetic fun. Every third Saturday from 10pm...

Memorial Day weekend brings an all-night Brazilian tribal circuit experience to the Castro. DJ Will Capitão from Brazil headlines this high-energy dance marathon—8pm to 3am—with opening sets from circuit master DJ AKI and visual production by The Level Productions. Expect...

Myki Meeks, the breakout star of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18, takes over Big Top Saturday to kick off SF Pride month. Catch the sickening drag show hosted by legendary SF diva Hera Wynn alongside Mary Vice, Yah Yah the...

Morphine from RuPaul's Drag Race is headlining Big Top Saturday, Beaux's monthly drag spectacular hosted by the legendary Hera Wynn alongside Amoura Teese, Vicky Christina Barcelona, and Melanie Sparks. The night runs six hours of drag, dancing, and go-go boys—VJ...