{"id":80709,"date":"2025-12-04T01:51:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T01:51:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/80709\/"},"modified":"2025-12-04T01:51:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T01:51:18","slug":"the-18-best-events-in-sf-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/80709\/","title":{"rendered":"The 18 best events in SF this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"

Holiday MarketsNest x Gap holiday makers market (opens in new tab)<\/a>: (opens in new tab)<\/a>Friday, Dec. 5, 5 to 9 p.m.Small Press book bazaar (opens in new tab)<\/a>: (opens in new tab)<\/a>Saturday, Dec. 6, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.\u00a0Muni Diaries art market (opens in new tab)<\/a>: (opens in new tab)<\/a>Saturday, Dec. 6, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.Sunset holiday mercantile (opens in new tab)<\/a>: (opens in new tab)<\/a>Saturday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Hunter\u2019s Point Shipyard holiday art show (opens in new tab)<\/a>: (opens in new tab)<\/a>Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.SFMOMA holiday makers market: Sunday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (opens in new tab)<\/a><\/p>\n

Join the comedian and cohost of the \u201cLas Culturistas\u201d podcast for an evening of songs to get you in a campy holiday spirit.<\/p>\n

Date and timeThursday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m.<\/p>\n

The TikTok-famous DJ known for her unhinged mixes will spin tracks all night during the monthly block party.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Date and timeThursday, Dec. 4, 5 to 10 p.m.<\/p>\n

The pier might be a tourist trap, but it\u2019s home to a 60-foot Christmas tree \u2014 plus plenty of boozy options, so you can get lit too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"ADate and timeThursday, Dec. 4, 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

San Francisco\u2019s best drag performers hit the ice in Union Square. Skate alongside them or watch from the sidelines.<\/p>\n

Date and timeThursday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

A holiday edition of Cal Academy\u2019s Thursday-night series and market will include a tribute to Claude, the beloved albino alligator who died Tuesday. RIP to an SF legend.<\/p>\n

Date and timeThursday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m.<\/p>\n

Odds are you\u2019ve seen the comedian\u2019s videos (opens in new tab)<\/a> slinging jokes about her striking resemblance to Jim Carrey. Now\u2019s your chance to see her IRL, for one night only.<\/p>\n

Date and timeThursday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

For the 35th year, Hayes Valley will turn festive with carolers, shopping deals, and community celebration.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Date and timeFriday, Dec. 5, 5 to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n

The light art exhibition \u201cLet\u2019s Glow\u201d returns through Dec. 14. Kick things off at the opening ceremony with free hot chocolate (while it lasts), performances, and the grand lighting.<\/p>\n

\"ADate and timeFriday, Dec. 5, 6 to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sofia Coppola, Davia Nelson, and Vendela Vida join for an evening of readings, clips, and conversation about the late conceptual artist and documentary filmmaker.<\/p>\n

Date and timeFriday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Nothing screams holidays like crab in a Christmas tree lot. Enjoy an evening of crustaceans and cocktails, with 100% of proceeds supporting Bay Area at-risk youth.<\/p>\n

\"ASource: The GuardsmanDate and timeFriday, Dec. 5, 6 to 11:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Amoeba is throwing a nostalgia-fueled celebration of all things Peanuts \u2014 including visits from Snoopy and Woodstock and the timeless music of jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi.<\/p>\n

Date and timeSaturday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

\u2019Tis the season for taking shots in ugly sweaters. Dust off your favorite and crawl your way through 13 Polk Street bars.<\/p>\n

\"\"Source: Noah Berger for The StandardDate and timeSaturday, Dec. 6, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The drag queen and environmental activist Pattie Gonia is hiking 100 miles<\/a> to raise $1 million for outdoor nonprofits. Once she crosses the Golden Gate Bridge, she\u2019ll celebrate with a drag show and fundraiser in the city.<\/p>\n

\"ADate and timeSaturday, Dec. 6, 8 p.m.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t your typical holiday special. The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence pay homage to the spooky side of Christmas and crown the best Krampus of the bunch, all while raising money for charities that benefit LGBTQ+ youth.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Date and timeSaturday, Dec. 6, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n

Strip down and get ready to hit the pavement! The annual fun run returns, with hundreds dashing through the streets in nothing but undies and Santa hats to raise funds for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation.<\/p>\n

\"PeopleSource: Camille Cohen for The StandardDate and timeSunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.<\/p>\n

Calling all kids to the dance floor: A \u201cbaby rave\u201d for infants is taking over the \u201cRave Into the Future\u201d exhibition at the Asian Art Museum. Teach \u2019em young.<\/p>\n

Date and timeSunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.<\/p>\n

Deck the paws! Spark Social is throwing a party for Santa\u2019s yelpers with local vendors, ornament making, a pup cup race, ugly sweater contest, and food trucks.<\/p>\n

Date and timeSunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sold-out events<\/p>\n

Tickets may not be available, but these great events are happening too. Congrats to all who are going, and happy ticket hunting!<\/p>\n

Fred Again (opens in new tab)<\/a>: Dec. 5 at Cow PalaceKatseye (opens in new tab)<\/a>: Dec. 5 and 6 at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium