S.F. Opera: It’s a Wonderful Life

Select days through Dec. 9 War Memorial Opera House You know the story about George Bailey on the snowy bridge contemplating his end in Frank Capra’s classic film. Now see the We... Read More

Theater

26th Annual Kung Pao Kosher Comedy

Sun.–Tue., Dec. 23–25, 5:30 & 8:30 p.m. New Asia Restaurant (772 Pacific Ave.) Enjoy this uniquely Bay Area holiday tradition of Jewish comedy and delicious Chinese cuisin... Read More

Theater

Brian Copeland: The Music Box

Fri.–Sat., Dec. 8–23 (except Dec. 16) The Marsh (1062 Valencia St.) In his one-man show, Copeland returns to his childhood in Oakland one Christmas, when he searched town for t... Read More

Theater

ACT: A Christmas Carol

Most days, Dec. 6–29 Geary Theater (405 Geary St.) Featuring a lively cast of dozens, gorgeous costumes, and those deliciously spooky ghosts, the Bay Area’s favorite holiday tr... Read More

Theater

BATS Improv: Songs for A Sixpence

Saturdays, Dec. 1–29, 8 p.m. Bayfront Theatre, Fort Mason Center In the spirit of Oliver and A Christmas Carol, performers create improvised songs, music, dances, and more. Exper... Read More

Community Corner

Pre-Christmas Outreach

Saturday, Dec. 15, 8:30–2 p.m. Salvation Army Krock Center (240 Turk St.) Christmas Day Outreach: Tuesday, Dec. 25, 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. S.F. City Impact (136 Taylor St.) The Pre-... Read More

Just for Fun

West Coast Craft Winter 2018

Sat.–Sun., Nov. 17–18, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center This juried exhibition features items that exemplify the mood and aesthetics of the West Coast life... Read More

Just for Fun

Renegade Craft Fair

Sat.–Sun., Nov. 10–11, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center This curated indie-craft marketplace showcases the brightest talents in contemporary craft and desi... Read More

Child's Play

ODC: The Velveteen Rabbit

Sat.–Sun., Nov. 24–25 Thu.–Sun., Nov. 29–Dec. 10 YBCA Theater (700 Howard St.) Told though music, dance, and a powerful narrative, this play celebrates the unique relations... Read More

Child's Play

S.F. Symphony Youth Orchestra

Sunday, Nov. 11, 2 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall Enjoy the young talent as they perform an exhilarating showcase of Dvořák’s Symphony No. 7. $20–$55, 415-864-6000, sfsymphony.org... Read More

Child's Play

S.F. Birth and Baby Fair

Sunday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Golden Gate Club (135 Fisher Loop, the Presidio) This event features workshops, demonstrations, a nursing nook, tot play space, spa lounge, local... Read More

Sports & Health

Run in the Dark

Wednesday, Nov. 14, 8 p.m. Start/finish: HiDive Bar (Pier 28–30) This 5k/10k to the Ferry Building/AT&T Park and return occurs simultaneously in 50 cities in support of resea... Read More

Sports & Health

6th Annual Yoga for Change

Saturday, Nov. 10, 1 p.m. Grace Cathedral Come for an inspiring afternoon of yoga led by renowned Bay Area yoga teachers Darren Main and Peter Walters and enjoy live music by Nat K... Read More

Potables & Edibles

9th Annual Fall Holiday Chocolate Salon

Sunday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. County Fair Bldg. (1199 9th Ave.), Golden Gate Park Discover, savor, and taste the finest artisan, gourmet, and premium chocolates. Highlights in... Read More

Potables & Edibles

S.F. Vintners Market

Sat.–Sun., Nov. 17–18 City View at the Metreon (135 4th St.) Try and buy fine wines from as many as 150 vintners during this wine tasting and shopping event. Explore two room... Read More

Events