Catch seven back-to-back standout shorts, including two award-winning titles from last year’s Sundance Film Festival.
Date and timeThursday, Jan. 22, 8:45 p.m.
More than 50 museums, galleries, and organizations host special programming and receptions during the 10 most art-filled days of the year. Check out our guide to the best events.
Date and timeThursday, Jan. 22, to Sunday, Jan. 25
At this free reception in conjunction with the opening of the SF Public Library’s exhibition “We’ve Got Sole: Hip Hop, Hoops and the Rise of Sneaker Culture,” educator Marlon Richardson will present a timeline of hip-hop style and perform a rap set.
Date and timeThursday, Jan. 22, 6 to 7 p.m.
Dress to the nines and imbibe themed cocktails at this bash featuring local DJs, a bounce house, and activities to unleash your sense of childlike wonder.
Source: Morgan Ellis/The StandardDate and timeThursday, Jan. 22, 7 to 10 p.m.
Comedy lovers, lock in. The three-week festival features the city’s best standups — including The Standard’s very own comedy correspondent, Sophia Garrow — and actors like Jenny Slate and Randall Park.
Date and timeThursday, Jan. 22, to Sunday, Feb. 1
This no-frills production of Tennessee Williams’ play has a cast of four and select onstage seats.
Date and timeThursday, Jan. 22, to Sunday, Feb. 1
The three-day fair — SF’s version of Art Basel — features local and international exhibitors plus a slate of artist and industry talks.
Source: Nikki Ritcher/FOG Design+ArtDate and timeThursday, Jan. 22, to Sunday, Jan. 25
Dazzle your ears with the sounds of the Grammy-winning alternative jazz composer and musician.
Date and timeFriday, Jan. 23, 8:30 p.m.
The rumors are true: Black Flag is back! Three new members join founding guitarist Greg Ginn with a lineup featuring beloved anthems and new tracks.
Date and timeFriday, Jan. 23, 8:30 p.m.
Explore all that gallery tenants have to offer with live music, art activities, and new exhibition previews.
Date and timeFriday, Jan. 23, 6 to 8 p.m.
Regain your faith in the younger generation at this powerful celebration and naming of San Francisco’s youth poet laureate and vice poet laureate.
Date and timeFriday, Jan. 23, 6 p.m.
Calling all kids in America: Jam out to nostalgic hits with ’90s pop-punk favorites MxPx.
Date and timeSaturday, Jan. 24
The community pop-up in Union Square will be buzzing with music, photo booths, Latina-owned vendors, and drag storytime.
Date and timeSaturday, Jan. 24, 12 to 4 p.m.
Laugh away your stresses with the comedian and host of the “Giggly Squad” podcast.
Date and timeSaturday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m.
The alternative R&B artist’s tour makes its final stop in San Francisco.
Date and timeSaturday, Jan. 24, 9 p.m.
In honor of the beloved SF artist, learn how to sculpt with baker’s clay at the elementary school where her contributions to the city’s arts education began.
Date and timeSaturday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lunar New Year isn’t until Feb. 17, but library branches across the city are spreading good fortune for the Year of the Horse with two weekends of lion dancing performances.
Source: Manuel Orgbezo for The StandardDate and timeSaturday, Jan. 24, and Saturday, Jan. 31
The Chinatown History and Culture Association invites community participation for the annual installation of its “Zodiac Wall,” made up of 1,100 red envelopes.
Date and timeSaturday, Jan. 24, and Sunday, Jan. 25
Don’t miss your last chance to see luminous, light-bending artworks at the Exploratorium.
Date and timeSunday, Jan. 25Sold-out EventsLooking Ahead: