{"id":424512,"date":"2026-08-05T14:01:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/424512\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T14:01:32","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:01:32","slug":"no-outside-lands-no-problem-here-are-14-of-the-best-events-in-sf-this-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/424512\/","title":{"rendered":"No Outside Lands? No problem. Here are 14 of the best events in SF this week"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Published Aug. 5, 2026at6:00am<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">So, you couldn\u2019t decide if you should drop a pretty penny on a weekend at Outside Lands and missed out on tickets (or you\u2019re simply happy to avoid the festival altogether). We\u2019re here to help. While thousands will be in Golden Gate Park, you can build out your own lineup of concerts, after-parties, and wholesome happenings for a weekend to remember without the FOMO.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">And you can always watch the festival <a href=\"https:\/\/www.primevideo.com\/detail\/0G3KV91QJIETKOMRJSJDBL56NZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">livestream (opens in new tab)<\/a> from home on Prime Video and live vicariously through our coverage on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sfstandard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Instagram (opens in new tab)<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@sfstandard?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">TikTok (opens in new tab)<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Before the chaos of OSL weekend, get in a night of dancing at this free block party headlined by DJ Eric Rhodes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeThursday, Aug. 6, 5 to 10 p.m. <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Following last weekend\u2019s performance at Lollapalooza, the R&amp;B artist stops in San Francisco for one night only. <\/p>\n<p>Date and timeThursday, Aug. 6, 8 p.m. <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Watch fantastic felines on the big screen at this two-week festival that raises funds for animal welfare associations and shelters.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeThursday, Aug. 6, to Thursday, Aug. 20<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Get a first look at this surrealist solo exhibition, meet the artist and curator, and sip on themed cocktails.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"block \" width=\"8256\" height=\"5504\" alt=\"A woman rests her arms on a pink surface, a knife nearby, a black cat wearing a white hood sits by a bowl, and a tray holds a toy duck and scattered bones.\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/-S3840x2560-FPNG.png\"\/>Source: Courtesy GaHee Park and Yerba Buena Center for the ArtsDate and timeFriday, Aug. 7, 6 to 9 p.m. <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Get a second chance at winning a Charli XCX lookalike contest and hear all the club classics at this themed party.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeFriday, Aug. 7, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">This night has it all: circus acts, a silent disco, a non-silent lineup of DJs, carnival games \u2026 are we missing anything?<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeFriday, Aug. 7, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Calling all 365 party girls: DJs will be spinning hyperpop all night long after Charli XCX\u2019s headline OSL set.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"block \" width=\"4207\" height=\"2800\" alt=\"A female performer in a yellow outfit and black boots kneels on stage, singing into a microphone with a smoky, illuminated background.\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/-S3840x2556-FPNG.png\"\/>Joseph Okpako\/WireImage\/Getty Images<br \/>\n | Source: Charli XCX will headline OSL for the first time this year.Date and timeFriday, Aug. 7, 10 p.m to 2 a.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Charli XCX collaborator Umru, DJ Gaszia, DJ Mama San, and others join forces to celebrate this year\u2019s festival lineup.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeFriday, Aug. 7, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Three days of aerial performances, contemporary dance, and film come to Fort Mason for an inspiring and bold program on the waterfront.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeFriday, Aug. 7, to Sunday, Aug. 9<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Traverse the hills of Bernal Heights as dozens of homes open their garages and closets to the public.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeSaturday, Aug. 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Score school-supply goodie bags, partake in hands-on learning activities, and munch on local bites at this family-oriented block party.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeSaturday, Aug. 8, noon to 5 p.m. <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">No wristband? No problem. See the Canadian singer-songwriter belt anthems a day after her festival set.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"block \" width=\"3000\" height=\"2000\" alt=\"A crowd of young people wearing sunglasses and colorful outfits dance and cheer under hanging ribbon decorations and a disco ball.\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/1785938492_418_-S3840x2560-FPNG.png\"\/>Source: Morgan Ellis\/The StandardDate and timeSaturday, Aug. 8, 10 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Before indie duo Sports kicks off Sunday\u2019s OSL lineup, groove to their biggest hits in an intimate crowd.<\/p>\n<p>Date and timeSaturday, Aug. 8, 9:30 p.m.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph-block break-words article-body text-left\">Following performances at the Dolores\u2019 Outside Lands stage, \u201cRuPaul\u2019s Drag Race\u201d alumni Nicki Jizz, Kori King, Lydia B Kollins, and others bring the drama at Oasis in SoMa. <\/p>\n<p>Date and timeSaturday, Aug. 8, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.Sold-out events:Wednesday, Aug. 5: <a href=\"https:\/\/tix.axs.com\/BTg4EgAAAADArIrAAgAAAABV%2fv%2f%2f%2fwD%2f%2f%2f%2f%2fC0dvbGRlbnZvaWNlAP%2f%2f%2f%2f%2f%2f%2f%2f%2f%2f\/shop\/search?axssid=token_5173255af835&amp;locale=en-US&amp;originalReferringURL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.axs.com%2Fevents%2F1446039%2Fzack-fox-tickets%3F__cf_chl_tk%3DRcBy6E77eBDJRW9KdBgl2bDeeGr9mNhxjjQIc0XT6ho-1785872812-1.0.1.1-1Ni4FyXqT5yToALTIeIw7Ucv7sU3BQJJOPKgVU0PLVc&amp;axsEventId=1446039\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Zack Fox at the Regency Ballroom (opens in new tab)<\/a>Thursday, Aug. 6: <a href=\"https:\/\/apeconcerts.com\/events\/modest-mouse-260806\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Modest Mouse at The Castro Theatre (opens in new tab)<\/a>Thursday, Aug. 6: <a href=\"https:\/\/apeconcerts.com\/events\/clipse-260806\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Clipse at The Independent (opens in new tab)<\/a>Friday, Aug. 7, to Sunday, Aug. 9: <a href=\"https:\/\/sfoutsidelands.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Outside Lands in Golden Gate Park (opens in new tab)<\/a>Friday, Aug. 7: <a href=\"https:\/\/apeconcerts.com\/events\/griz-260807\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">GRiZ at The Independent (opens in new tab)<\/a>Friday, Aug. 7: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amoeba.com\/live-shows\/upcoming\/detail-3149\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Charli XCX Q&amp;A at Amoeba (opens in new tab)<\/a>Saturday, Aug. 8: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/like-a-star-celebrating-20-years-san-francisco-california-08-08-2026\/event\/1C006454A6813640?_gl=1*1a02ujo*_ga*MTA3NjEzMTQ1MS4xNzY0NzIyMTMy*_ga_C1T806G4DF*czE3ODU4NzMwOTQkbzQ1JGcwJHQxNzg1ODczMDk0JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Like a Star: Celebrating 20 years of Corinne Bailey Rae at The Fillmore (opens in new tab)<\/a>Sunday, Aug. 9: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sterngrove.org\/pattilabelle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Patti Labelle at Stern Grove Festival (opens in new tab)<\/a>Looking ahead:<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Published Aug. 5, 2026at6:00am So, you couldn\u2019t decide if you should drop a pretty penny on a 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