San Francisco - Daily Events List

December 8, 2012

SATURDAY

Headliners

2:00 pmSan Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker.
The ballet -a national holiday tradition. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330
7:00 pmSan Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker.
The ballet -a national holiday tradition. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330

Festivals

9:00 am-
4:00 pm
The Mission Village Market.
The Mission Village Market is a weekly community gathering featuring local artists, regionally-grown produce, a swap meet, food,… The Mission Village Market. (Festivals - Arts & Crafts Show). 415-643-3469
12:00 pm-
6:00 pm
Market SF Weekly Artist Market.
Local artist market in San Francisco features 25 to 50 local designers and artists, with a revolving cast of vendors. Blue Macaw. (Festivals - Arts Festival / Fair). 415-505-8839
12:00 pm-
4:00 pm
Visit Santa Claus & Santa's Workshop.
Santa Claus has setup a special area to visit with your little ones to pose for photos with Santa and share a holiday wish list.… Japan Center. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 415-567-4573

The Arts

10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Duncan Hannah: The Infatuationist.
The artist Duncan Hannah presents his collection: The Infatuationist. Modernism. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-541-0461
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Fletcher Benton: The Alphabet Series and New Works.
Artist Fletcher Benton presents his collection: The Alphabet Series and New Works. Modernism. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-541-0461
11:00 am-
6:00 pm
Making a Better Yesterday Today: Isabel Samaras.
Pop Surrealist painter Isabel Samaras' first solo exhibition with Varnish. In this very special exhibition, the gallery divides… Varnish Fine Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-222-6131
11:30 amDaily Tours at SFMOMA.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
12:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Empty Room, New Works by Adam Caldwell.
Empty Room acts as a continuation and culmination of the series Caldwell has been working on since the beginning of the year, ad… Shooting Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-1500
12:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Congo, A Solo Show by Jonathan Darby.
Congo will feature a collection of mixed media paintings on wood and the gallery will be transformed into a Congolese street sce… White Walls. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-1500
12:00 pm-
3:00 pm
SCRAP Art.
SCRAP Art is an exhibition of the potential of materials. Artists who come to SCRAP use all manner of materials in their work ta… Arc Studios & Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-647-1746
12:30 pmDaily Tours at SFMOMA.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
1:30 pmDaily Tours at SFMOMA.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
2:00 pmSan Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker.
The ballet -a national holiday tradition. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330
2:00 pmA Christmas Carol.
A Christmas Carol is a favorite holiday tradition. American Conservatory Theater. (Performance - Theater). 415-749-2228
2:00 pmThe Book Of Mormon.
A hilarious Broadway musical about a pair of mismatched Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt L… Curran Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
2:00 pmThe Lion King.
Disney's Tony Award winning musical about Simba, a young cub, and his journey from childhood to adulthood and eventually the thr… Orpheum Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
2:30 pmDaily Tours at SFMOMA.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
4:00 pmPeter And The Wolf: John Lithgow.
Annual show featuring festive holiday song good for music fans of all ages. Davies Symphony Hall Davies Symphony Hall. (Arts - Concerts). 415-552-8000
6:00 pmNot So Silent Night: Jack White, The Shins & Metric.
Line up includes The Killers, M83, Passion Pit, Tegan and Sara, Grouplove and Imagine Dragons! Line up subject to change. Oracle Arena. (Arts - Concerts). 510-569-2121
6:00 pm'Love, Chaos and Couture' - All Dressed Up with Someplace to Go.
Featuring an artistic collaboration with international fashion designer Luly Yang. An affectionate send-up of the world of high… Teatro ZinZanni's Spiegeltent. (Performance - Show Comedy). 415-438-2668
6:30 pmBeach Blanket Babylon.
Beach Blanket Babylon presents sketches, that include the use of spectaculary large hats and outrageous costumes, poking fun at… Club Fugazi. (Performance - Musical). 415-421-4222
7:00 pmSan Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker.
The ballet -a national holiday tradition. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330
7:00 pmA Christmas Carol.
A Christmas Carol is a favorite holiday tradition. American Conservatory Theater. (Performance - Theater). 415-749-2228
7:00 pmTony N' Tina's Wedding.
Tony n' Tina's Wedding allows you to become a part of the show as the audiences witnesses and participates in the wedding ceremo… Castagnola. (Performance - Interactive Theater). 415-776-5015
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Point of No Return.
Juried exhibition, the premier showcase of contemporary work by promising local artists. Guest juror Hesse McGraw chose work fro… Southern Exposure. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-863-2141
7:00 pmFrisco Fred's Holiday Magic and More.
Frisco Fred's Holiday Magic and More features a madcap mix of clean entertainment for the entire family - magic, juggling & craz… The Alcove Theater. (Performance). 415-992-8168
7:30 pmBobby Slayton.
Known as "The Pit Bull of Comedy", Bobby Slayton appears regularly on HBO's acclaimed series "The Mind of the Married Man", with… Punch Line Comedy Club. (Performance - Comedic). 415-397-PLSF
7:30 pmJim Breuer.
American stand-up comedian performing live. Cobb's Comedy Club. (Performance - Comedic). 415-928-4320
8:00 pmRichard Thompson.
Richard Thompson performs live. Montalvo Arts Center. (Arts - Concerts). 408-961-5800
8:00 pmTaj Mahal.
Blues legend performs live. Uptown Theatre. (Arts - Concerts). 707-259-0123
8:00 pm-
9:45 pm
Improvised Theatre from the Bay Area's Most Acclaimed Theatre.
For 20 years, BATS Improv has been the leader in the Bay Area's innovative improv theatre scene, presenting a series of complete… Bayfront Theater at Fort Mason. (Performance - Theater). 415-474-9835
8:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Blue Blanket Improv Presents: "Coastside Comedy Improv".
Comedy Improv hits the coast, guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. A full night of comedy improv made up on the spot, based… Enso. (Performance - Comedic). 650-726-1409
8:00 pmShopping! The Musical.
Shopping! The Musical, winner of the Bay Area Critics Circle award, presents songs and sketches about the trials and tribulation… The Shelton Theater. (Performance - Musical). 415-882-9100
8:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Saturday Night Comedy Spectacular.
Blue Blanket Improv presents a wild theatre experience designed to keep you in stitches and teetering on the edge of your seat t… The Wine Bar. (Performance - Comedic). 650-726-0770
8:00 pmThe Book Of Mormon.
A hilarious Broadway musical about a pair of mismatched Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt L… Curran Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
8:00 pmThe Lion King.
Disney's Tony Award winning musical about Simba, a young cub, and his journey from childhood to adulthood and eventually the thr… Orpheum Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
8:00 pmMatisyahu.
Performing live. Nob Hill Masonic Center. (Arts - Concerts). 415-776-4702
9:00 pmHysterical, Historical San Francisco - Holiday Edition.
Kurt Weitzmann's "Hysterical, Historical San Francisco - the Holiday Edition" - takes you on a refreshingly "incorrect" 60 minu… The Alcove Theater. (Performance). 415-992-8168
9:30 pmBeach Blanket Babylon.
Beach Blanket Babylon presents sketches, that include the use of spectaculary large hats and outrageous costumes, poking fun at… Club Fugazi. (Performance - Musical). 415-421-4222
9:30 pmBobby Slayton.
Known as "The Pit Bull of Comedy", Bobby Slayton appears regularly on HBO's acclaimed series "The Mind of the Married Man", with… Punch Line Comedy Club. (Performance - Comedic). 415-397-PLSF
9:45 pmJim Breuer.
American stand-up comedian performing live. Cobb's Comedy Club. (Performance - Comedic). 415-928-4320
10:00 pm-
1:00 am
Hayes Valley Follies Drag Show.
Every Saturday night Marlena's features a great drag show. There is never any cover. Celebrating a birthday, bachelorette party,… Marlena's. (Performance - Singer / Impersonator). 415-864-6672
10:00 pm-
11:30 pm
Secret Improv Society.
San Francisco's own Secret Improv Society presents live improvisation every Saturday night featuring veteran improvisers, plus w… The Shelton Theater. (Performance - Improv). 866-468-3399
 Annual Holiday Group Show.
To celebrate the end of the year 2012, Sandra Lee Gallery presents our Holiday Group Show featuring selected gallery artists. Th… Sandra Lee Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-291-8000

For Children

11:00 amChildren's Story Time at the Early Explorer's Cove.
Children between the ages of 2 - 5 are invited ,along with their parents, to the the Early Explorers Cove to hear stories about… California Academy of Sciences. (Kids - Children's Activities). 415-379-8000
1:00 pmThe Velveteen Rabbit - A Holiday Tradition!.
ODC/Dance enlivens Margery Williams' classic tale of a well-worn nursery rabbit that becomes real. The Velveteen Rabbit celebrat… Novellus Theater. (Kids Theater). 415-978-2787
2:00 pmChildren's Storytime.
A new and exciting story,along with corresponding activites, are featured each week. Borders. (Kids - Children's Activities). 650-286-1895
4:00 pmThe Velveteen Rabbit - A Holiday Tradition!.
ODC/Dance enlivens Margery Williams' classic tale of a well-worn nursery rabbit that becomes real. The Velveteen Rabbit celebrat… Novellus Theater. (Kids Theater). 415-978-2787

Community

9:00 am-
5:00 pm
Urban Permaculture Design Course.
This is a design course and participants will be working in teams producing a design for an actual project here in San Francis… Permaculture Demo Garden. (Educational - Class). 415-260-6570
9:00 am-
4:15 pm
Waterfront Segway Guided Tour.
Guided Segway tours depart daily from San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and also from Sausalito. Sightsee at 8 miles per hour. 2… Segway Tours. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-474-3130
10:30 amPenquin Feedings.
Watch the members of the African Penguin colony being feed by the Academy marine biologists, who will also answer your questions. California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000
11:00 am-
1:00 pm
'Foot!' Tour: Come Out to the Castro.
The 'Foot!' comedian-led tour Come Out To The Castro is a trip through San Francisco's Gay Village from top to bottom, including… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378
11:00 amSwamp Talk.
Learn about the creatures, including some of the Academy's most popular animals, such as the albino alligator and alligator snap… California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000
12:00 pm-
3:00 pm
Haas-Lilienthal House Tour.
Featured on A&E's America's Castles' series, the Haas-Lilienthal House, built in 1886, is a Queen Anne-style Victorian complete… San Francisco Architectural Heritage. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-441-3000
1:00 pmFlashback: From the Summer of Love to the Winter of Discontent.
Flashback is a two hour walking tour of the Haight-Ashbury district and its hippie counter culture. Meeting location for this to… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378
1:00 pmSwamp Talk.
Learn about the creatures, including some of the Academy's most popular animals, such as the albino alligator and alligator snap… California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000
1:00 pm-
3:00 pm
Family Holiday Wreath Workshop.
Bring the whole family to this hands-on workshop and create a beautiful, fresh greenery wreath. You'll choose from a large selec… San Francisco County Fair Building. (Educational - Class). 415-661-1316
3:00 pmSwamp Talk.
Learn about the creatures, including some of the Academy's most popular animals, such as the albino alligator and alligator snap… California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000
3:30 pmPenquin Feedings.
Watch the members of the African Penguin colony being feed by the Academy marine biologists, who will also answer your questions. California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000

Dining Specials

6:00 am-
2:30 pm
Farmer's Market Brunch.
Fresh, seasonal ingredients from the farmer's market are featured on weekends. Luce. (Dining - Brunch). 415-616-6566
8:00 am-
4:00 pm
O'Reilly's Celtic Brunch.
O'Reilly's, a North Beach premier Irish pub and restaurant, serves a Traditional Irish Brunch, with a delectable selection of di… O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-989-6222
8:00 am-
2:30 pm
California-French Brunch.
Enjoy brunch in an elaborate ballroom, featuring croissant eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, a raw seafood bar, escargots, an… Grand Cafe. (Dining - Brunch). 415-292-0101
9:00 am-
3:00 pm
Bistro Brunch.
Croissants, eggs Benedict, French toast and eggs cooked to order are offered on weekends. Bistro Vida. (Dining - Brunch). 650-462-1686
9:00 am-
2:30 pm
Upscale Brunch.
A full menu and cocktails are offered for brunch on weekends. Il Fornaio. (Dining - Brunch). 415-986-0100
10:00 am-
3:00 pm
Brunch at Pier 23.
Pier 23 Cafe serves Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm, on the patio overlooking the Bay. Pier 23 Cafe. (Dining - Brunch). 415-362-5125
10:00 am-
2:00 pm
Beach Chalet Brunch.
Fresh micro-brewery beer, full bar, a special brunch menu, a kids' menu are available on weekends, with a great view of the Paci… Beach Chalet. (Dining - Brunch). 415-386-8439
10:00 am-
2:00 pm
Mexican Weekend Brunch.
A traditional Mexican brunch is served along with some of the restaurant's special creations. Colibri Mexican Bistro. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-2737
10:00 am-
2:00 pm
Bloody Mary Brunch.
A build your own Bloody Mary bar is available for $4, to accompany a special brunch menu offered on weekends. Home Restaurant and Bar. (Dining - Brunch). 415-503-0333
10:00 am-
2:30 pm
Brunch.
Enjoy brunch and a beatiful view of San Francisco Bay any day of the week. Horizons Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-331-3232
10:30 am-
2:30 pm
Patio Sports Brunch.
Enjoy a game on our wide screen TV, or sit on our patio, for a special brunch featuring eggs Benedict, cinnamon raisin French to… Cafe Pescatore. (Dining - Brunch). 415-561-1111
10:30 am-
2:30 pm
Traditional French Brunch.
Eggs benedict, caramelized French toast and croque monsieur are a few of the special items offered on weekends. Cassis. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-4500
10:30 am-
3:00 pm
Italian American Brunch.
Enjoy classic presentation and service with an assortment of Italian and American brunch favorites, along with the regular full… Fior d'Italia. (Dining - Brunch). 415-986-1886
10:30 am-
2:30 pm
Garibaldi's Brunch.
A special brunch menu is offered on weekends. Garibaldi's. (Dining - Brunch). 415-563-8841
10:30 am-
2:30 pm
Large Plate Weekend Brunch.
Known for its tapas and small plate selections, Andalu serves a special brunch on weekends. Andalu. (Dining - Brunch). 415-621-2211
11:00 am-
3:00 pm
French and Italian Weekend Brunch.
French and Italian items are offered on Sundays. Absinthe Brasserie and Bar. (Dining - Brunch). 415-551-1590
11:00 am-
2:30 pm
Weekend Brunch.
A special brunch menu is available on weekends. Bar Tartine. (Dining - Brunch). 415-487-1600
11:00 am-
3:30 pm
Brunch on the Water.
Enjoy brunch featuring turmeric-grilled snapper, poached eggs with crab Louis and Hollandaise sauce, and more, indoors or on the… Butterfly Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-864-8999
11:00 am-
2:30 pm
Bay View Brunch.
A brunch of traditional and specialty items is served outdoors, where you can enjoy a beatuiful view of the San Francisco Bay Br… Epic Roasthouse. (Dining - Brunch). 415-369-9955
11:00 am-
1:30 pm
Weekend Brunch Buffet Cruise.
Live music and complimentary Champagne are featured on each 2-hour brunch cruise. Hornblower Cruises. (Dining - Brunch Cruise). 415-788-8866
11:00 am-
2:30 pm
Weekend Italian Brunch.
French toast, breakfast pizzas and made to order omelettes are added to the regular authentic Italian menu. Il Fornaio. (Dining - Brunch). 650-375-8000
11:00 am-
3:00 pm
Valencia Street Brunch.
A special brunch menu is offered on weekends. Luna Park. (Dining - Brunch). 415-553-8584
11:30 am-
2:00 pm
Weekend Brunch at Waterbar.
A seafood brunch menu is served each weekend, including - Make Your Own Mimosas -a bottle of prosecco & fresh orange juice. Waterbar. (Dining - Brunch). 415-284-9922
11:30 am-
2:30 pm
Prix Fixe Brunch.
A special 2-course brunch is available every day of the week. Bushi-Tei. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-4959
11:30 am-
3:30 pm
Organic Egg Brunch.
Curry Bloody Mary, all-organic eggs made to order, chaat, dosa and uttapam are offered on weekends. DOSA on Fillmore. (Dining - Brunch). 415-441-3672
11:30 am-
3:30 pm
Weekend Brunch.
Curry Bloody Mary, all-organic eggs made to order, chaat, dosa and uttapam are offered on weekends. Dosa on Valencia. (Dining - Brunch). 415-642-3672
11:30 am-
2:30 pm
Mimosa Brunch.
$4 mimosas, a good assortment of traditional and home-created breakfast and lunch items. Astaria. (Dining - Brunch). 650-344-9444
11:30 amQuick Lunch.
A soup and salad option is available for lunch. Charanga. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-282-1813
12:00 pm-
3:00 pm
Italian Weekend Brunch.
Homemade pasta and focaccia are featured on the brunch menu. Farina Focaccia and Cucina Italiana. (Dining - Brunch). 415-565-0360
2:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Traditional English Tea.
Traditional English Tea is served every weekend in the Windsor Room, offering homemade scones and Devon cream, tea sandwiches, t… King George Hotel. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-781-5050
 Cocktail Brunch.
A full menu and cocktails are offered. Groups welcome. IL Fornaio Corte Madera. (Dining - Brunch). 415-927-4400

Nightlife

4:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Bottled Beer and Mixed Drink Specials.
Happy Hour specials on bottled beers and mixed drinks run from 4 - 9 pm daily. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-441-5678
5:00 pm-
6:30 pm
Solstice's Happy Hour.
Happy Hour every day from 5:00 to 6:30pm: menu and drink specials. Solstice Restaurant & Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-359-1222
7:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Kaleo Cafe Luau Night.
Luau nite: Live Hawaiian music, Hula, Hawaiian food and more. Kaleo Cafe. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-753-2460
8:00 pm-
11:30 pm
Eric Kurtzrock Trio.
Listen to the sounds of Eric Kurtzrock's classic jazz piano trio featuring Gary Brown and world-renowned pianist, Peter Horvath.… Ana Mandara. (Nightlife - Jazz). 415-771-6800
8:00 pm-
11:00 pm
Savvy Night Live (SNL).
Savvy Cellar features a rotating line-up of wine, music and trivia. Live jazz music every third Saturday, alternating with wine… Savvy Cellar. (Nightlife - Live Music). 650-363-8737
9:00 pm-
1:00 am
Ricardo Scales and Company.
Ricardo Scales performs with a five piece band and features guest vocalists as well. Top of the Mark. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-392-3434
10:00 pm-
2:00 am
DJs and Dancing.
DJs and dancing every night. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Dance). 415-441-5678
10:00 pm-
2:00 am
Seduction: Saturday Nights at the Cellar.
DJs play Hip Hop and Dance at one of the city's hottest weekly parties. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-441-5678
10:00 pm-
2:00 am
Soul Collective.
DJ Jerry Ross, Merrell spinning R&B, Hip-Hop, NeoSoul and Dancehall. DJ Grand T spinning Old School and New School. Hosted by Ch… Icon Ultra Lounge. (Nightlife - DJ). 415-407-8537
 Live Music at Mad Dog in the Fog.
Mad Dog in the Fog features a great line-up of live music performances on Saturday nights, usually with no cover charge. Mad Dog in the Fog. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-626-7279
 Live Blues Performances at The Saloon.
This historic hotspot - one of San Francisco's best blues venues - is a huge supporter of the local music scene and features a n… The Saloon. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-986-7666
 Live Entertainment at Biscuits and Blues.
Live music most days, often 2 shows on weekend nights. Biscuits and Blues. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-292-2583
 Live Latin Jazz.
850 is a sublime Latin oasis offering live Latin, Cuban and Afro-Caribbean music Thursday through Saturday. Cigar Bar and Grill. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-398-0850
 Live Entertainment at Eastside West.
Eastside West features DJs or Live Bands Thursday through Saturday night. Call for current music schedule. Eastside West Restaurant & Raw Bar. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-885-4000
 Live Bands At Pier 23.
Pier 23 Cafe offers live entertainment, with jazz, reggae, salsa and rock bands playing nightly. Pier 23 Cafe. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-362-5125
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