Go gallery hopping on an epic scale with exhibits all over the city during San Francisco Art Week. (Courtesy of San Francisco Art Week)
22 Fun Things to Do This Week (1.13.25)
10 January
Get some comic relief ahead of the inauguration with countless shows from SF Sketchfest. For something more soul-stirring, check out SF Art Week, an MLK tribute concert, and sound healing at Grace Cathedral.
In between, imbibe on cocktails, wine, and the flavors of Pongal, a South Indian harvest festival. Have a good one.
Enjoy New York’s Sip in the Mission. The iconic cocktail bar is coming to True Laurel and Trick Dog for delicious collaborations; Monday, 6pm to 9pm. // True Laurel, 753 Alabama St. and Trick Dog, 3010 20th St. (Mission)
Take a friend for power lunch with a buy-one-get-one, three-course prix fixe menu at STK Steakhouse; weekdays through January 31. // STK Steakhouse, 1 Market St., Ste. M3 (Emcadero); reservations at stksteakhouse.com
“Vine and dine” at the W. Multi-course meals are perfectly paired with sommelier picks. First up in the series: Silver Oak and Twomey Wines; Wednesday, 6:30pm to 9pm. // Trace at the W San Francisco, 181 3rd St. (SoMa); tickets at eventbrite.com
Cozy up for warm cocktails near the waterfron. Barrio’s winter menu delivers hot nog and the creamy coconut Coquito alongside stunning views. // Barrio, 900 North Point, Unit J101 (Fisherman’s Wharf); reservations at exploretock.com
Join a cookbook club at Saluhall. This month’s meetup brings in Dr. Linda Shiue, author of Spicebox Kitchen, for a discussion, short cooking demo, and light bites; Thursday at 6pm. // Saluhall, 945 Market St. Ste. 102 (SoMa); tickets at eventbrite.com
Get ready forSF Sketchfest. The funny fest is back with 190 shows from major stars and local performers. Enjoy sketch, stand-up, music, live podcasts, and more across the Bay; Thursday through Sunday,February 2. // Details and tickets at sfsketchfest.com
Celebrate Black music with a special concert series. The Dee Spencer Trio will headline the Lift Every Voice series, drawing on gospel, blues, and jazz traditions and singing with the community; Friday through Sunday at 7pm. Closing reception at Sheba's Piano Lounge (1419 Fillmore St.), Sunday at 8:30pm. // SFJAZZ, 201 Franklin St. (Civic Center); tickets at sfjazz.org
Eat out at SF institutions to support L.A. A portion of sales from signature dishes and drinks at a trio of Flour + Water Hospitality restaurants will support World Central Kitchen's efforts to distribute free hot meals to first responders and communities in Los Angeles; Friday. // Flour + Water (2401 Harrison St.), Penny Roma (3000 20th St.) and Flour + Water Pizzeria (532 Columbus Ave.)
See “Dr. Phil” live—that is, Adam Ray’s hilarious rendition. Expect hijinks, celebrity guests, and surprise characters from the comedian and actor; Friday at 8pm. // The Masonic, 1111 California St. (Nob Hill); tickets at livenation.com
Escape to the Russian River Valley in style at Farmhouse Inn. From jetted tubs and oversize fireplaces to world-class wineries and the "wellness barn," a luxury stay awaits (one that's 20% off, including dining, for 7x7 Social Club members). // Farmhouse Inn, 7871 River Rd. (Forestville); reservations at farmhouseinn.com
Drop into an epic sound healing session. Join a thousand other peace-seekers at Grace Cathedral for the Sound Healing Symphony, where the West Coast's best meditative musicians will take you along a sonic journey; Friday at 8pm. // Grace Cathedral, 1100 California St. (Nob Hill); tickets at eventbrite.com
Immerse yourself in the city’s cultural scene during San Francisco Art Week. Find events and shows all throughout the city atart museums, galleries, non-profit organizations and creative spaces celebrating local art and artists; Saturday through Sunday, January 26. // Details and schedule at sfartweek.com
Eat it all at Lumpia Fest. Enjoy spring rolls galore, along with merch and live karaoke; Saturday, 10am to 5pm. // Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave. (Daly City); tickets at eventbrite.com
Honor the legacy of MLK with the iconic sounds of Aretha Franklin at one of Oakland’s biggest civic and cultural events, “In the Name of Love.” Saturday at 8pm. // Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway (Oakland); tickets at livingjazz.org
Feast for Pongal at Copra. The stylish restaurant is hosting a two-day brunch in honor of South India’s harvest festival. Chef Sri will serve up a 15-dish celebratory menu inspired by the region’s flavors; Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 2pm. // Copra, 1700 Fillmore St. (Pacific Heights); reservations at resy.com(Join 7x7 Social Club for extra perks and VIP treatment, like exclusive amuse bouche.)
Take some tiki time at Trader Vic's. The home of the Mai Tai is serving up Polynesian-style fare and tropical drinks with Bay views—with even sweeter deals for 7x7 Social Club members; Wednesdays through Sundays. // Trader Vic's, 9 Anchor Dr. (Emeryville); reservations at opentable.com
Make it a night out at Chotto Matte, where avant-garde interiors meets inventive Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. Enjoy a pisco sour on the rooftop (and on the house for 7x7 Social Club members) with live entertainment throughout the night. // Chotto Matte, 50 O'Farrell St. (Union Square); reservations at chotto-matte.com
Take a guided mushroom hike on Filoli’s gorgeous grounds and learn allabout fungi, lichen, and mosses.Saturday, 1:30pm to 3pm. // Filoli, 86 Cañada Rd. (Woodside); tickets at filoli.org
Send out some beautiful Christmas thank-you's with a calligraphy workshop. Learn beginner-friendly foundational script with calligrapher Michelle Chu; Sunday, noon to 2:30pm. // WorkshopSF, 1310 Haight St. (Upper Haight); register at etix.com
Spend your Sunday with chef Mateo Granados. Head to Healdsburg for a fresh winter feast with the chef's Sunday residency at Spoonbar. Enjoy wild mushroom soup, butternut squash lasagna, and slow braised goat shank; Sundays at 5pm through February 2. // Spoonbar, 219 Healdsburg Ave. (Healdsburg); reservations at spoonbar.com
Score your next beloved piece at Pickwick Vintage Show. Shopvintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, and textiles from more than 70 vendors; Sunday 10am to 4pm. // Ferry Building, 1 Ferry Building (Embarcadero); details at ferrybuildingmarketplace.com
Say goodbye to Lewis Black at his final stand-up comedy show, "Goodbye Yeller Brick Road." The two-time Grammy Award–winner is making a last stop in SF on his way off stage; Sunday January 26. // The Masonic, 1111 California St. (Nob Hill); tickets at livenation.com
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