SHN: An American in Paris

Tue.–Sun., Sept. 12–Oct. 8 SHN Orpheum Theatre (1192 Market St.) This Tony Award-winning musical about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and an indomitable Europe... Read More

Galas & Benefits

Komen S.F. 27th Annual Race for the Cure

Sunday, Sept. 24, 7:30 a.m. Start: Justin Herman Plaza Finish: Ferry Building The largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world, this flat-course race raises funds and awar... Read More

Galas & Benefits

53rd Annual Big Book Sale

Wed.–Sun., Sept. 20–24, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center The largest used book sale on the West Coast supports the S.F. Public Library and features over 2... Read More

Last Chance

Degas, Impressionism and the Paris Millinery Trade

Tue.–Sun. through Sept. 24, 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Legion of Honor, Lincoln Park (100 34th Ave.) See approximately 40 Impressionist paintings and pastels displayed with 40 exquisi... Read More

Last Chance

Presidio Twilight

Thursdays through Sept. 21, 5–9 p.m. Main Parade Ground, the Presidio’s Main Post Celebrate the last of summer evenings with lantern-lit dining cabanas, blanket-side cocktail... Read More

Major Events

S.F. Fashion Week

Daily, Sept. 22–Oct. 1 Various Bay Area venues The week aims to explore how diversity has become the battle cry of the fashion industry by utilizing technology and showcasing eme... Read More

Major Events

A 24-Decade History of Popular Music

Friday, Sept. 15 & Sunday, Sept. 17 Friday, Sept. 22 & Sunday, Sept. 24 Curran Theatre Each performance represents a chapter in American history through 246 songs from 177... Read More

Sports & Health

5th Annual Jog in the Fog 5k

Sunday, Sept. 10, 8–11 a.m. Mountain Lake Park to Land’s End Bring the family for a fun run/walk through the Richmond District, enjoying parks and coastal scenery. Proceeds ben... Read More

Film & Lectures

Robert Thurman: Reflections on Peace and His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Monday, Sept. 11, 12:30 p.m. The Commonwealth Club (555 Post St.) Hear the first Westerner to be ordained a Tibetan monk by the Dalai Lama talk about his friend, the 14th Dalai Lam... Read More

Music

Opera in the Park

Sunday, Sept. 10, 1:30 p.m. Sharon Meadow, Golden Gate Park Bring a picnic and enjoy arias al fresco while hearing a sampling from operas in the upcoming fall season. Free, 415-864... Read More

Performances

The Fisher King Project

Thu.–Sun., Sept. 7–10 Magic Theatre, Bldg. D, Fort Mason Center Honor the memory of Robin Williams by attending the stage version of The Fisher King movie for which he recei... Read More

Arts & Culture

8th Annual J-Pop Summit

Sat.–Sun., Sept.9–10 Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center Discover the latest in Japanese music, fashion, film, art, games, technology, anime, food, niche subcultures, and emer... Read More

Galas & Benefits

2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. Crissy Field This three-mile walk raises awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Alzheimer’s is the nation’s sixth leading... Read More

Community Corner

Sunday Streets: Western Addition

Sunday, Sept. 10, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Fillmore, Fulton, Baker & Grove Sts. (see website for exact locations) Explore by biking, walking, skating, playing, or just people watching... Read More

Community Corner

Pier 39’s 39th Anniversary Celebration

Fridays through September Pier 39 Celebrate with a ’70s Roller Disco Party (Sept. 8), free desserts at participating restaurants (Sept. 15), the Fall Beer Pour (Sept. 22), and th... Read More

Events