Club & Nightlifes in San Francisco

Beaux's Sunday drag brunch takes a one-time detour for the World Cup finale. From noon to 2pm, settle in with a full table service setup, order food from Taco Boys, and catch the match with sound while sipping mimosas and...

The SF Eagle Title Family's summer celebration doubles as a fundraiser for the Title Contests — come for the cold beer, good food, and the community that makes this bar legendary. Beer Bust and food runs $20, food-only is $7....

Sunday afternoons at Powerhouse mean one thing: a packed leather bar, shirtless bodies, and the kind of raw, unapologetic vibe that defines this stretch of Folsom. Free entry means there's no barrier to showing up and soaking in the scene...

Sunday afternoons in the Castro just got a lot sexier. Popper Slut Disco is the weekly underwear dance party that kicks off right after drag brunch—a dark, dirty, high-energy room where the Beaux go-go boys are always ready to show...

Sunday nights at The Edge belong to the showtunes crowd — think raunchy, irreverent takes on Broadway classics, a room full of people who know every lyric, and a piano bar energy that gets progressively looser as the night goes...

Cocktailgate is back for another round of gloriously under-rehearsed drag chaos. Built on the principle that a few minutes of prep is plenty, this long-running Bay Area institution pairs theatrical mess with genuine artistry—hosted by the incomparable Suppositori Spelling and...

GAYBANGERS with DJ NICO is a monthly late-night dance party that goes down every third Saturday at Mother. Expect a packed dance floor, high-energy house music, and a crowd that knows how to move. 10pm-1am.

GAYBANGERS with DJ Nico is the third Saturday night ritual for people who know how to dance. 10pm to 1am at Mother—the kind of night that builds momentum as it goes, with a packed floor and a DJ who actually...

Monday nights at Lone Star belong to knitters and crocheters of all levels — whether you're already skilled or just want to learn. Bring your needles, grab a drink, and settle in with a room full of creative folks who...

Start your week with live showtunes and piano bar energy at The Edge. Musical Mondays brings the Broadway magic to Castro — expect singalongs, talented performers belting out the classics, and a room full of people who know every word....

Monday nights at the Eagle belong to Dana and her legendary Big Ass Book of songs — a collection that goes way beyond the usual suspects. You'll find yourself singing stuff you never thought you'd belt out at karaoke, which...

Monday nights at Powerhouse belong to Glamamore and crew—a rotating cast of drag performers, fresh beats, and live crafting that turns the dance floor into something between a show and a party. It's the kind of night where performance and...

Amoura Teese hosts this weekly karaoke night every Monday at Beaux — no cover, drink specials all night, and a room that actually knows how to have fun. Whether you're belting out your power anthem or just here for the...

Gather at The Edge for a DRAGula viewing party — the kind of afternoon where drag fans settle in with friends, strong cocktails, and the kind of chaotic energy this show demands. It's low-key community time with high entertainment value,...

Tuesday nights at Hi Tops belong to the regulars who show up for free trivia, cheap drinks, and the questionable team names they've been workshopping since last week. Cash prizes sweeten the deal—$100 for first place, $50 for second, and...

The Castro's hottest midweek underwear party—Beaux's go-go boys set the tone every Tuesday from 9pm to 2am. Free coat check, killer drink specials if you're in your underwear, and a dark, packed dance floor that lives up to its reputation....

An evening exploring consent, communication, and community within the leather and kink scene. Safe Words brings together folks interested in learning more about BDSM culture, meeting others in the lifestyle, and celebrating the values that make kink spaces work —...

The Bay Area's favorite Latin humpday fiesta is back at Beaux with eight go-go dancers, drag performances, and a packed Castro dance floor. This week La Vicky hosts and performs live with DJ Ben behind the decks. Free before 10:30pm...

Truck has moved to its new home at The Stud on Wednesday nights — same high-energy vibe, upgraded venue. This is where the party lives now: a packed dance floor, killer entertainment, and the crowd that actually knows how to...

Queer punk, dark magic, and leather debauchery — Muñecas and UNICRÖNE are here to stir the pot with live guitars, bad behavior, and the kind of night that leaves a permanent stain on your weekend. Dore Alley energy, soaked leather,...

Queer punk, dark magic, and leather gone wet — Muñecas and UNICRÖNE are here to stir the pot with DJ Platiscaisle spinning the chaos. Expect loud guitars, bad behavior, and a night designed to leave a permanent stain on your...

San Francisco's longest-running underwear party keeps Thursday nights exactly as they should be — minimal clothes, maximum freedom, and a room full of people who came to cruise, dance, and have a genuinely good time. Underwear drink specials, free coat...

Lesney Channel is the sapphic dance party that actually gets it — a rotating lineup of drag performers (Cunterella, Hex the Deceased, Helixir) paying tribute to the iconic soundtracks that shaped us, from Hannah Montana to High School Musical. DJs...

Kick off Dore Weekend with the SF Eagle and the boys of Filth. Leather, rubber, whatever makes you feel sexy and dirty — bring it. The Eagle's dark play spaces fill up fast, and this night delivers old-school Eagle energy:...

San Francisco's notorious Ripe Pit night brings together pit pigs, pups, and perverts for a music-forward experience that's equal parts hedonistic and communal. Every fourth Friday at Powerhouse, the Pit Crew sets the soundtrack while the room leans into the...

ShyBoy® brings the heat with RIHYONCÉ, a Beyoncé and Rihanna mashup that's part dance party, part drag spectacular. Nicki Jizz, Rahni NothingMore, Bionka Simone, and Hera Wynn take the stage while Princess Daddi and Mario Luna work the go-go platforms...

Saturday and Sunday drag brunches at Beaux in the Castro — two shows daily at 12:30pm and 2:30pm with rotating local drag talent, champagne and mimosa specials, spirit-free mocktails, and tacos from Taco Boys. The vibe is unhinged in the...

SF Eagle's legendary ball brings the leather and kink communities together for a night of fierce competition, stunning performances, and pure celebration. Expect fierce voguing, category competitions, live entertainment, and a packed dance floor where the city's most creative and...

The Powerhouse's monthly drink special night brings the leather and kink community together on the fourth Saturday for five hours of specials, cruising, and that raw, unapologetic energy the venue is known for. 9pm to 2am—come thirsty.

DJ Junior spins hip hop, R&B, throwbacks, edits, and flips every fourth Saturday at Mother. 9pm to midnight is the sweet spot for a night that feels like the best house party in the Mission — good music, good people,...

DJ JUNIOR spins every fourth Saturday at Mother — hip hop, R&B, throwbacks, edits, and flips that keep the dance floor moving from 9pm to midnight. It's the kind of reliable neighborhood night that builds a real crowd of people...

DJ Junior spins every fourth Saturday at Mother — hip hop, R&B, throwbacks, edits, and flips that keep the dance floor moving from 9pm to midnight. It's the kind of reliable, unpretentious night that regulars actually plan around.

Cool off from Dore Alley Fair on the SF Eagle's patio with International Mr. Leather 2026 and Honey Davenport spinning the first two hours. After the DJ set wraps, stick around for a public meet-and-greet with the legend herself. Sexy...

Sunday Funday in the Castro gets hedonistic at Popper Slut Disco — a weekly underwear dance party that starts at 5pm and goes all night. The Beaux go-go dancers are out in full force, bartenders are slingin' drinks in their...

Monday nights at Lone Star belong to knitters and crocheters who actually show up to make something with their hands and hang out with people who get it. Beginner or experienced, bring your needles and join a room full of...

Monday nights at Beaux belong to Amoura Teese and the regulars who show up to belt out their favorites. Free entry, drink specials all night, and a crowd that actually knows how to have fun — whether you're taking the...

Wednesday nights belong to the women, gays, and theys ready to test new material and support each other's comedy. Hysteria is where the Bay Area's queer comedians come to hone their craft in front of a room that actually gets...

Truck Wednesday is the weekly reset that actually delivers — a packed dance floor, rotating entertainment, and the kind of crowd that knows how to have a good time. Now calling The Stud home, this midweek night has all the...

The queer party that gets it — where Middle Eastern and Latin music, culture, and nightlife energy collide on one packed dancefloor. Reggaetón to Arabic pop, perreo to belly bass, this is diasporic pride meeting San Francisco's underground scene. Two...

RuPaul's Drag Race superstar Crystal Envy takes over Big Top Saturdays at Beaux for a night of drag, dancing, and pure debauchery. Expect the kind of energy that keeps this Castro institution packed week after week — live performances, a...

Meet the SF K9 Unit pups and their handlers at a dog-friendly afternoon gathering at the Eagle. Bring your own furry friends or just come hang out with the pack — it's a casual, community-minded way to connect with other...

First Saturday at the Eagle is all about leather, kink, and unapologetic fun — a night packed with horny hunks, primal energy, and plenty of play spaces for whatever you're into. Old-school Eagle action at its finest: spanking, stuffing, and...

STEAM Towel Party is back with the dark, seductive energy that's made it legendary at The Stud — pulsing tech house, a packed dance floor, and that infamous play maze where the night gets hotter by the minute. Towels available...

RuPaul's Drag Race superstar Crystal Envy takes over Big Top Saturdays for a night of drag, dancing, and pure debauchery. This is the Castro's Saturday night institution at its finest — expect a packed dance floor, go-go dancers, and the...

Stuart Bousel's bold new play lands at the Eagle for a one-night-only run—a powerful story staged in the heart of SOMA's queer community. This is theater that belongs in a space like this: raw, unapologetic, and made for the people...

A monthly showcase where queer playwrights, actors, and songwriters get first peeks at new works in progress. Writers bring short pieces to be read aloud; performers step up to present their own material; everyone else shows up to watch, drink,...

The leather community's monthly gathering for folks who live it, love it, or just want to be around it — a first Friday tradition that's been going strong for over 15 years. Come cruise, reconnect with regulars, meet someone new,...

Greece meets gays at this Friday night celebration of Mediterranean vibes and queer joy. Think sun-soaked energy, dancing, and a room full of people ready to have a good time. It's the kind of themed night that actually delivers on...

The Bay Area's Brazilian dance party is back the first Saturday of every month. Host Melanie Sparks and DJs Leandro & Leo bring the heat with a packed dance floor, infectious rhythms, and a crowd that knows how to move....

A sleek night at SF Eagle where style meets edge. Noir brings the sophisticated darkness — expect a dressed-up crowd, moody vibes, and the kind of energy that rewards showing up looking sharp. It's the bar's invitation to dress to...

Corazón is the Bay Area's biggest monthly Latin party, and this edition brings RPDR Mexico Season 1 winner Cristian Peralta performing live with two shows and a free meet-and-greet. Ten go-go dancers, DJ Sebastian spinning reggaeton, cumbia, and merengue, hosted...

The second Wednesday open-stage drag show where anyone can perform — first-timers, seasoned queens, or anyone curious about trying drag for the first time. Bring a thumb drive with your track, hit the stage, and feed off the crowd's chaotic,...

Stuart Bousel's bold new play lands at the Eagle this August—a powerful story told in the heart of SOMA's queer community. This is theater that belongs in a leather bar, performed for the people who make this neighborhood what it...

Thursday evenings at The Stud belong to the bears and their admirers — cheap drinks, a welcoming crowd, and the kind of low-key vibe that makes you actually want to stick around. No pretense, just good company and solid happy...

Four hours of back-to-back electronic and experimental music at the Eagle — Lower Companion opens at 8:30, followed by Tashow, GOOF, and Custody Weekend closing out the night at 11:15. $10 gets you in the door for a Thursday night...

Altaer brings a night of underground energy to The Stud's dance floor — expect cutting-edge electronic sounds, a crowd that knows how to move, and the kind of late-night intensity that makes Thursday nights worth staying out for. This is...

Leather, cigars, and boots — the second Friday ritual for SF's gear community. BLUF SF's HARD night at the Eagle runs 9pm–2am with no cover before 9:30pm if you're wearing gear (though everyone's welcome regardless). It's the kind of night...

Athena Dion, the legendary house mother from RuPaul's Drag Race, is headlining Big Top Saturday at Beaux—the monthly drag show that's become a Castro institution. Hosted by iconic SF diva Hera Wynn with a stellar cast including Amoura Teese, Kipper...

Big Top's SLAYYYTER themed night brings drag and debauchery to the dance floor. Part of the venue's signature Saturday lineup, expect performances, a packed crowd, and the kind of energy that keeps Beaux's weekend nights legendary. Ticket giveaway details coming...

RuPaul's Drag Race superstar Mia Starr takes over the Big Top stage for a night of high-energy performance and pure drag excellence. Expect the kind of star power that makes Saturday nights at Beaux unforgettable — this is the show...

RuPaul's Drag Race superstar Mia Starr takes the Big Top stage on Saturday, September 19th. Part of Beaux's signature Saturday drag showcase series, expect high-energy performances and a packed dance floor ready to celebrate one of the franchise's brightest stars.

Thursday night at Badlands Castro means DJ Visack spinning club hits and dance floor anthems all night long. Grab BOGO cocktails during happy hour until 8:30pm, then the party kicks into high gear at 9pm. Come solo, bring your crew,...

DJ Mario spins club hits, anthems, and pop favorites to keep the dance floor packed all night. Kick things off early with BOGO cocktails during happy hour until 8:30 PM, then the energy ramps up at 9 PM. Grab your...