Bare Maximum

Saturday, October 10th, 2026

Cubcake is one of the Lone Star Saloon's signature nights, a playful, bear-friendly party where the room fills up with the community's most loyal regulars and first-timers alike. Expect the historic bar's warm, welcoming energy, a crowd that knows how to have a good time, and the kind of easy camaraderie that makes San Francisco's bear scene so special.

Dance Party

Emo Night

Sunday, October 11th, 2026

Emo Night at Lone Star Saloon is a wonderfully specific kind of queer dance party: a room full of people singing every word of the songs they grew up with, a packed floor, and a bear-bar crowd that knows how to let loose on a Saturday. The night runs from 7:00 PM, and it has the cozy, unpretentious energy this historic SOMA spot is known for.

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Queertoberfest

Gettin' Knit - Knitting Night

Lone Star Saloon's Queertoberfest brings the bear community together for an Oktoberfest-inspired celebration — expect seasonal brews, the legendary patio, and a room full of people ready to have a genuinely good time. It's the kind of event that feels like a neighborhood tradition, even if you're showing up for the first time.

Social Events

Monday, October 12th, 2026

Friday, October 16th, 2026

Monday nights at Lone Star Saloon belong to knitters and crocheters of all levels — whether you're already skilled or just want to learn. Bring your needles or hooks, grab a drink, and settle in with a room full of creative folks who actually get it. A low-key, welcoming weekly hangout to work on projects, swap techniques, and enjoy good company, often with DJ Bartender keeping the vibe going. Runs from 7pm until whenever the night takes you.

Leather Bar

Slut Puppy

Gettin' Knit - Knitting Night

Slut Puppy is Lone Star Saloon's pup play and fetish night, bringing together the leather and kink community for an evening of uninhibited fun. This is where the bear bar's edgier side comes alive — expect a crowd that knows what they want and isn't shy about it. A regular fixture that keeps things spicy and unapologetic.

Social Events

Monday, October 19th, 2026

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Community Focused

Altaer

9:00 PM

The Stud

A spiritual gathering for the queer community at The Stud. Come worship, connect, and celebrate together in this sacred space designed for LGBTQ+ folks seeking community and transcendence.

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Locker Room Thursdays

9:00 PM

Beaux

San Francisco's sweatiest sports fetish dance party, every Thursday night at Beaux. Expect gogo oil wrestling all night long, towel boys slinging shots, and a packed dance floor of jocks in singlets, sneakers, and short shorts. DJ AKI (with occasional guest sets from DJ Juanita More!) keeps the energy high with sports fetish visuals and beats. Two-for-one drinks from 9–11pm and no cover charge all night — the post-gym reset the Castro has been waiting for. Happens every Thursday except the 4th.

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UP Underwear Party

9:00 PM

Powerhouse

San Francisco's longest-running underwear party keeps Thursday nights at Powerhouse exactly as they should be — minimal clothes, maximum cruising, and a dance floor that doesn't quit. Underwear drink specials, free coat check, and rotating go-go dancers set the mood, while a crew of longtime hosts keeps the energy up all night. Raw, unapologetic, and true to the leather district's roots — this is the real deal for anyone looking to dance, cruise, and connect.

Sports Bar

Gym Class

Friday, October 9th, 2026

10:00 PM

Hi Tops San Francisco

Thursday nights at Hi Tops are for the jocks, the gym regulars, and everyone who appreciates them. Expect free shots, a packed crowd that knows how to have a good time, and the kind of low-key sports bar energy that turns a weeknight into a weekend. No pretense—just hunky guys, good drinks, and better company.

Trans

Divine Masc: T Dance

Friday, October 9th, 2026

Powerhouse

A casual after-work hangout for trans masc folks who want to skip the late-night bar scene. No cover, just donations—grab a drink, hit the complimentary pizza, chat with new friends, and if you're into it, there's a rotating tattoo artist on-site. Low-key, welcoming, and exactly what a Friday evening reset should be.

Happy Hour

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