Sunday Shirt Check

San Francisco's infamous Ripe Pit night happens every fourth Friday at Powerhouse — a music-forward gathering where pit pigs, pups, and perverts converge for deep sounds, heady aromas, and the raw energy of the Pit Crew. This is leather and kink culture at its most authentic and unapologetic. Stank has also taken the road, hitting cities up and down the West Coast and beyond.

Latin Leather Night returns to Powerhouse with the energy, attitude, and community that made it a favorite. This is where the leather and Latin communities come together — expect a packed dance floor, rotating DJs, and the kind of crowd that knows how to celebrate. Friday nights at the Folsom institution mean serious vibes and serious fun.

Lick It is the Powerhouse's monthly drink special night, hitting the fourth Saturday of every month from 9pm to 2am. Come for the deals, stay for the crowd — this is where the leather community gathers to unwind and connect in one of San Francisco's most authentic spaces.

Carne Fresca is Powerhouse's legendary Sunday afternoon meat market — a raw, unapologetic gathering where the leather and cruising communities come together. This is where the scene happens: real bodies, real energy, and the kind of authentic leather bar culture that defines San Francisco. Show up, connect, and experience what makes Powerhouse a cornerstone of the city's leather heritage.

Monday nights at Powerhouse get a creative spin with Glamamore and crew bringing drag, fresh beats, and live crafting to the dance floor. It's performance meets participation—expect rotating performers, solid DJing, and the kind of unpretentious vibe that makes a leather bar's drag night actually feel special.

Whorror is the Bay's monthly horror and alt drag show, landing on the first Wednesday of every month at the legendary Powerhouse. Expect theatrical performances, a crowd that lives for the macabre, and the kind of unapologetic energy that makes this leather district institution feel like home. Hosted by Polly Amber Ross and rotating performers who understand that drag and horror belong together.