MTT & Jean-Yves Thibaudet

Thu.–Sat., Jan. 26–28, 7:30 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall MTT conducts the San Francisco Symphony in a program highlighting works by Claude Debussy, Olivier Messiaen, and Heitor Vi... Read More

Dance

Fresh Festival: Collectiveness

Fri.–Sat., Jan. 7–15 Joe Goode Annex (401 Alabama St.) Don’t miss cutting-edge live art featuring work by six risk-taking artists and companies. Visit website for details an... Read More

Dance

S.F. Ballet | Next @ 90

Most days, Jan. 20–Feb. 11 In celebration of the ballet’s 90th anniversary, this festival presents nine world premier ballets by nine international choreographers. $29–$448, ... Read More

Potables & Edibles

ZinEx 2023 Wine Festival

Thu.–Sat., Jan. 26–28 Pavilion at One Market (30 Steuart St.) Enjoy a winemaker dinner, auction, and grand tasting at the most comprehensive showing of Zinfandels and blends in... Read More

Film & Lectures

Glow Cinema: Illuminated Frames

Mostly daily through Jan. 29 Exploratorium (Pier 15) This selection of artist-made movies draw inspiration from nature and optical effects and is presented in a dimmed cinema atmos... Read More

Potables & Edibles

Bay Area Brew Fest

Saturday, Jan. 28, noon–10 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center It’s back — and featuring over 50 breweries, hundreds of beers, food trucks, and more. $50–$90, bayarea... Read More

Film & Lectures

Jurassic Park with Live Orchestra

Fri.–Sat., Jan. 6–7, 7:30 p.m. Davis Symphony Hall The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival, and is projected in H... Read More

Holiday Happenings

S.F. Ballet | The Nutcracker

Most days, Dec. 8–27 War Memorial Opera House In this unforgettable holiday tale, enter a magical wonderland of toy soldiers, a blizzard of snowflakes, and a kaleidoscope of more... Read More

Arts & Culture

20th Annual Parol Lantern Festival

Saturday, Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m. Yerba Buena Gardens The parol lantern is the quintessential Filipino holiday symbol of joy and hope. Get into the holiday spirit with specialty parols ... Read More

Arts & Culture

Festa Dei Dolci

Sunday, Dec. 11, 2–5 p.m. Museo Italo Americano (Fort Mason Center) Celebrate the holidays Italian style with sweet and savory Italian treats accompanied by cheese, wine, and cof... Read More

Community Corner

S.F. Firefighters Virtual Toy Drive

Daily through Dec. 31 Online The S.F. Firefighters Toy Program is the nation’s oldest program of its kind. Shop online to purchase gifts and toys or set up your own virtual toy d... Read More

Community Corner

Russian Hill Neighbors Parks Work Day

Saturday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Redfield Alley (Taylor Street between Union and Filbert) Join your neighbors to weed, water, and plant native plants, which provide sustenance t... Read More

Theater

Custom Made Theatre Co. | Shoshana in December: A New Musical

Thu.–Sun. through Dec. 18 Phoenix Theatre (414 Mason St.) This poly-holiday musical explores Hanukkah, Christmas, and the traditions we create for ourselves. $35–$55, 415-798-2... Read More

New Year's Celebrations

American Bach Soloists | A Baroque New Year’s Eve at the Opera

Saturday, Dec. 31, 4 p.m. Herbst Theatre Enjoy an early night on the town with a delightful program of arias, duets, and instrumental music from Baroque opera and concert, with sop... Read More

Holiday Happenings

29th Annual Union Street Festival of Lights

Friday, Dec. 9 & 16, 3–7 p.m. Union Street (btw. Gough & Steiner) Fillmore Street (btw. Union & Greenwich) Come celebrate for the first time in three years Union Stre... Read More

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