All dressed up and nowhere to go? Check out our handy list of upcoming events.
SF HUNT
12-hours, 100 riddles, 1 scavenger hunt across San Francisco—sounds like fun. The SF Hunt goes down this Saturday across the city. Put on a costume, run and bike around the city, solve riddles, and make new friends. Tickets are $67, get them here.
When: Saturday, May 21, 8am
Where: Meet at Sports Basement Presidio: 610 Old Mason St. (Presidio), handstandwith.us/thehunt/sanfrancisco
(Photo courtesy of biography.com)
The Times of Harvey Milk at The Castro Theatre
What: The Castro Theatre will be showing a special screening of The Times of Harvey Milk on what would have been Harvey's 86th birthday. Hosted by the LGBT Democratic Club, this is a rare opportunity to see the film on its original and restored version in 35mm. Several local elected officials are also expected to be on hand to answer questions regarding the upcoming elections (June 7th). Tickets start at $10 and are available here.
When: Sunday, May 22, 2pm
Where: The Castro Theatre: 429 Castro Street (Castro), castrotheatre.com
(Photo courtesy of James Brown)
What: Ifyou're looking for a day of free music, community, and fun, head over to the Mission for SF Porchfest. 45 musical acts will be performing on various porches all over the Mission district, from restaurants and stores to people's homes. In the evening, Chapel will be hosting an after party that's open to all!
When: Saturday, May 21st 12pm -6pm. Chapel Bar After Party: 6:30pm-10pm
Where: See a full map here.Chapel Bar: 826 Valencia St. (Mission), sfporchfest.org
Flor y Canto Literary Festival
What: Featuring a group of diverse local and international poets, Flor y Canto is headed back to the Mission this weekend. SF Poet Laureate Alejandro Murguia will be speaking, and best of all, all the events are free.
When: Friday, May 20—Saturday May 21
Where:See a full list of events and locations here; florycantosf.org
(Photo courtesy of Shannon Casey Photography)
A Hassle Free Way to Plan a Wedding
What: If you're in the midst of planning your wedding, and feel like nothing is going the way it should be, drop by Poppin Wedding Expo! Consult a wedding planner, photographer, make-up artist, hair stylist and more, for free, and with no commitment! Sip on mimosas while entering to win some fabulous prizes, and draw some inspiration for your upcoming nuptials.
When: Sunday, May 22, 12pm-3pm
Where: B Parlor: 782 Haight St. (Lower Haight), poppinsf.weebly.com
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Jack's Night Market Returns to Oakland
What: For three nights—in May, June, and July—you'll get your fill of weird and wonderful street performers, eclectic art, tasty eats, new music, and more at Jack's Night Market.
When: Friday, May 20th, 6pm-10pm
Where: Jack London Square: Embarcadero West (Oakland), jacklondonsquare.com
