Whether you'll be cuddling at home sipping eggnog on Christmas, planning to go out and guzzle champagne on New Year's Eve, or staying home and ignoring it all with a Netflix binge, we've got events for you, both online and away from home. Note: Some events are being cancelled due to health precautions. We'll stay updated here, but do contact venues in advance.
ARTS DANCE, OPERA, THEATRE
The Cassandra Sessions: Recording this World @ Ashby Stage Beth Wilmurt and Jake Rodriguez' music-performance of the music of Berkeley-born folk singer and activist Malvina Reynolds; through Dec. 26. Video-on-demand, Dec. 23 to Jan. 9) $7-$27; at Ashby Stage, 1901 Ashby Ave., Berkeley. (510) 841-6500. www.shotgunplayers.org (Read our review.)
A Christmas Carol @ Golden Gate Theatre New vibrant production of the Tony-winning adaptation of the Charles Dickens short story. All shows cancelled. 1 Taylor St. https://broadwaysf.com
"Dear San Francisco" @ Club Fugazi The "high-flying love story" weaves local history with acrobatic theatrics and live music by The 7 Fingers company; through March 2022. $35-$99 (New YearsEve shows $49-$175). 678 Green St. https://www.clubfugazisf.com/
"Gently Down the Stream" @ New Conservatory Theatre Center West Coast premiere of the new witty drama by Martin Sherman ("Bent," "The Boy From Oz") that explores an intergenerational relationship between gay men. $25- Dec. 3-Jan. 9. 25 Van Ness Ave. www.nctcsf.org (Read Tim Miller's interview with Martin Sherman.)
"Kung Pao Kosher Comedy" 29th annual comedy show goes online, with Lisa Geduldig and her media sensation mom, Arline, plus Jessica Kirson and Ophira Eisenberg. $25-$50. Dec. 24 & 25, 5pm; Dec. 26, 2pm. www.koshercomedy.com
"The Magic Lamp" @ Presidio Theatre British-style panto with hilarious drag retells the story of Aladdin set in contemporary San Francisco; thru Dec. 31. $25-$50. 99 Moraga Ave.www.presidiotheatre.org
ODC Dance Watch on-demand concerts like "The Velveteen Rabbit" (thru Dec. 31), and the feature-length dance film, "Up for Air / Decameron" directed by Brenda Way.https://odc.dance/
"A Red Carol" SF Mime Troupe's radio play adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." $20; thru Jan. 9. https://www.sfmt.org
"San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker" @ War Memorial Opera House Helgi Tomasson's dazzling San Francisco-inspired production is accompanied by a brilliant live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's beloved score. $19-$325. Thru Dec. 30. 301 Van Ness Ave. www.sfballet.org (Read our review.)
SF BATCO San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company streams weekly new plays, readings, arts talks, improv and more; hosted by Rodney Earl Jackson, Jr., and Marcelo Javier. They've also returned to in-person shows. https://www.twitch.tv/sfbatco
Smuin Contemporary Ballet The popular local dance company performs Michael Smuin's "Christmas Ballet" at concerts in Walnut Creek, Mountain View, Carmel, and San Francisco (Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 700 Howard St.), thru Dec. 26. Dec 21: LGBTQ Night, with Lady Camden. $25-$99. https://www.smuinballet.org/
Theatre Rhino Gay-themed plays, most performed by John Fisher, free and archived on YouTube; performed live from New York City's LGBT Center. Dec. 23: "Christmas Truce" (5pm PT). Dec. 30: the Holiday Extravaganza Benefit, with Host Tanika Baptiste, featuring the cast of "Foodies the Musical," L. Duarte, Justin Lucas, Leandra Ramm, Bobby Singer, Stan Stone, Elsa Touché, Jesús U. BettaWork and other talents, with food, drinks, raffles and a balloon drop; $40. 8pm. Gateway Theatre, 215 Jackson St. http://www.johnfisher.biz/
"Twelfth Night" @ SF Playhouse Kwame Kwei-Armah and Shaina Taub's musical adaptation of William Shakespeare's rollicking comedy; in-person and streaming. $15-$100; thru Jan 15. 450 Post St. www.sfplayhouse.org (Read our review.)
"The Woman in Black" @ Strand Theater American Conservatory presents the London production of Susan Hill's spooky two-actor mystery drama, adapted by Stephen Mallatratt; thru Jan. 16. 1127 Market St. https://www.act-sf.org/
COMMUNITY Gay Men's Sketch @ online/Mark I Chester Studio Join the weekly online Zoom drawing session, with male models. 6:30pm. $20 suggested donation. https://www.instagram.com/gaymenssketch/
Manny's Events The cafe hosts meetings, music concerts, and community talks, in-person and online. 3092 16th St. https://welcometomannys.com/
LITERARY Events & Exhibits @ SF Public Library Along with checking out books and DVDs, see various book-themed exhibits. 100 Larkin St. www.sfpl.org
MUSIC BratPack @ Feinstein's at the Nikko 1980s movie music-themed concert; retro '80s attire welcome. $35-$104. Wed-Sat 8pm; extended thru Jan. 1. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. https://www.feinsteinssf.com/
Cal Performances @ UC Berkeley Music and dance concerts and more at Zellerbach Hall and nearby theaters. Bancroft Way at Dana St., Berkeley. calperformances.org
Jazz and R&B Bands @ Yoshi's Oakland Enjoy live music at the stylish nightclub-restaurant. 510 Embarcadero, Jack London Square. https://yoshis.com
Jeff Goldblum @ Feinstein's at the Nikko The actor and jazz pianist performs with the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, with special New Year's Eve shows. $99-$155. Dec 31, 7pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. https://www.feinsteinssf.com/
Melvins @ Great American Music Hall Rock band plays their classics; hepa.Titus and Side Eyes open. Dec. 30, 8pm, and a NYE concert Dec, 31, 9pm. $28-$55. 859 O'Farrell St.
Noe Music Online concerts in many genres; classical, folk, early music. https://www.noemusic.org/|https://www.noemusic.org/
Noontime Concerts @ Old Saint Mary's Cathedral Enjoy weekly concerts in a variety of genres, Tuesdays at 12:30pm. 660 California St. www.noontimeconcerts.org
Old First Concerts Enjoy live streaming and archived music concerts of classic, and contemporary music. https://www.oldfirstconcerts.org
San Francisco Bach Choir Weekly online concerts of classical music and other genres, including a candlelight concert of traditional holiday music at Calvary Presbyterian Church, online. https://sfbach.org/
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Dec. 24 concerts at the Castro Theatre are cancelled. (Read more here.) www.sfgmc.org
San Francisco Opera Recorded and live performances, plus artists panels. https://sfopera.com/
San Francisco Performances @ Herbst Theatre Fall season of chamber music, classical and vocal concerts and recitals. 401 Van Ness Ave. http://sfperformances.org/
San Francisco Symphony @ Davies Symphony Hall Celebrate New Year's Eve Dec. 31 with Darren Criss in concert; $45-$185, 7:30pm. 201 Van Ness Ave. http://www.sfsymphony.org/
SF Jazz The acclaimed venue brings their concert series online with talented musicians, and has returned to in-person concerts. Dec. 30-Jan. 2: Monsieur Periné. 201 Franklin St. https://www.sfjazz.org
"Stars in the House" Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's popular YouTube series of chats and game nights with musical theatre and TV/film talents continues, with donations going to The Actors Fund. www.youtube.com
"A Very Liberace & Liza Christmas" @ Feinstein's at the Nikko David Saffert and Jillian Snow Harris' comic tribute concert to the two music legends. Dec. 28 & 29, 8pm. $65. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. https://www.feinsteinssf.com/
Yoshi's The elegant nightclub-restaurant features jazz and R&B musicians. Dec 24: Alvon Johnson Holiday Party. Dec. 26: 2Morrows June/Anais Chantel. Dec. 27: Top Shelf. Dec. 28: Tommy Igor Groove Conspiracy. Jan 29-31: The Stylistics' New year's Eve Celebration ($44-$119). 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. https://yoshis.com
MOVIES, TV "Always Jane" Four-part docuseries follows transgender teenager Jane Noury and her family as she nears graduation and prepares to leave the nest in a true coming-of-age story. https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Video
"Beyto" Gay drama about a Turkish swimmer who falls in love with his Swiss coach but is forced into a straight marriage. https://darkstarpics.com/
"The Bitch Who Stole Christmas" Christmas is a real drag in this movie from gay filmmakers Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey, the men behind "Drag Race." RuPaul herself co-stars along with drag superstars Ginger Minj, Pandora Boxx, Brooke Lynn Hytes, Jaymes Mansfield, Chad Michaels, and San Francisco's own Rock M. Sakura. Ru's gal pal Michelle Visage, along with "Queer Eye"'s Carson Kressley, are also on hand; on VH1.
"The Browns" @ OutTV Dark drag duo comedy show about Tammie Brown and Kelly Mantle – Brown as a semi-retired singer and homemaker and Mantle as her drunk best friend; on OutTV, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime. https://www.outtv.com
"Call Me Mother" @ Out TV Three drag stars – Miss Peppermint, Crystal and Barbada – adopt the next generation of artists into their new drag houses, mentoring them through a fierce drag competitions. Check out many other LGBT-themed shows, too. $3.30 monthly subscription. https://www.outtv.com/
"Changemakers" GLAAD video series about Black LGBTQ small business owners. YouTube
"Christmas at the Ranch" Lindsay Wagner, Laur Allen and Amanda Righetti star in the new lesbian holiday romantic comedy set on a horse ranch. https://www.tellofilms.com/
"Collar Confessions" @ Here TV Series based on Dwight Allen O'Neal's novel about a closeted pastor. https://www.here.tv/
"Cured" Bennett Singer and Patrick Sammon's fascinating documentary about the pioneering LGBTQ+ activists who fought to remove homosexuality from the "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders" in 1973. https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/cured/
"The Disappointments" Season 1 of Rich Burns' gay comedy about older gay men in Los Angeles. www.youtube.com/
Films @ Alamo Drafthouse Enjoy new and repertory films with a full food and drink menu, super-comfy seats, and a strict no-cell-phone policy. https://drafthouse.com/sf
Films @ New Parkway Theater Enjoy new, indie and classic films with a variety of comfy chairs and sofas. 474 24th St., Oakland. https://www.thenewparkway.com/
Films @ Embarcadero Center Cinema Varied new feature films and documentaries, in-person. www.landmarktheatres.com
Films @ Revry The streaming service showcases a 'best of 2021' Top 20 round-up of LGBT films on Jan. 1; also narrative films and historical documentaries, including "49 Pulses," "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge," "Love V. Kentucky," "Happy Birthday, Marsha," "Gay USA," and more. https://watch.revry.tv/Home
Films @ Roxie Watch new and repertory films in-person and online. 3117 16th St. https://www.roxie.com/
"Hedwig and the Angry Inch" @ Revry John Cameron Mitchell's film adaptation of his queer hit rock musical is viewable free online on Revry, through Jan. 2022, in celebration of its 20th anniversary. https://watch.revry.tv/details/37266
"Hipbeat" Writer/director Samuel Kay Forrest's acclaimed new film about a political activist fighting against the system while searching for love in the Berlin queer community. Buy or rent on YouTube
"Isaac" Spanish film about two married friends who reconnect after a passionate teenage affair; on DVD and VOD, platforms including iTunes/Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, Vudu, Vimeo, and through local cable & satellite providers. https://www.bgpics.com/
"The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Special" Filmed version of Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme's wacky show. www.jinkxanddela.com
LGBT Films @ TellFilms Watch queer movies and documentaries, most with women's stories. https://www.tellofilms.com/
"Logo Live" Gay actor Johnny Sibilly hosts the twice-weekly LGBT talk show with celebrities. Tuesdays & Thursdays on the network's Instagram 4pm PT. https://www.instagram.com/logotv/
"Mayor Pete" Jesse Moss' documentary about Pete Buttigieg's presidential campaign, with his husband Chasten featured as well; on Amazon Prime.
"No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics" Vivian Kleiman's documentary, based on Justin Hall's award-winning print anthology, about LGBT comic and cartoon pioneers and new talents. https://nostraightlinesthefilm.com/ (Read our review.)
"Nuclear Family" @ HBO Filmmaker Ry Russo-Young she turns the camera on her own past to explore the meaning of family in a 3-part documentary series. In the late '70s/early '80s, when the concept of a LGBTQ family was inconceivable to most, Ry and her sister Cade were born to two lesbian mothers through a sperm donor. https://www.hbo.com/nuclear-family
"Out of the Closet" New season of the six-episode show that showcases the drag outfits of "RuPaul's Drag Race" alumni. YouTube
"Q-Force" on Netflix Animated comic parody of spy capers features several LGBT characters and voice actors (Sean Hayes, Wanda Sykes). See feature article with co-creator Gabe Liedman. Netflix
"Red Rocket" Simon Rex stars as a has-been porn actor who returns to his small town Texas home. www.a24films.com
"Right to Try" Short films about Jeffery Drew's struggle to get on an HIV drug trail in the 1990s. https://www.peacocktv.com/
"Shit & Champagne" Darcy Drollinger and her crew's wacky photo retro exploitation sex comedy, adapted from the Hitt nightclub show, hits Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video. https://www.shitandchampagne.com/
"Stories of Resistance: Documentaries by Arthur Dong" Stream compelling documentaries about Asian Americana and LGBT subjects made by the award-winning director. https://www.deepfocusproductions.com/
"Tampa Baes" @ Amazon Prime New reality show about two lesbian couples and their life & career ups and downs. https://www.amazon.com/
"Things We Dare Not Do" POV Presents the moving trans emancipation tale from Mexican director and cinematographer Bruno Santamaría; streaming online thru Nov. 24. www.pbs.org/pov
"Twenties" @ BET Season 2 of the comedy series about "Hattie," a masculine-presenting queer Black woman in her twenties, played by Jonica T. Gibbs. https://www.bet.com/shows/twenties.html
"A Wake" Gay-themed drama about clashing and romantic reunions at a family funeral; available on iTunes/Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, Vudu, and through local cable & satellite providers. https://www.bgpics.com/
"We're Here" @ HBO Season 2 of the Emmy-nominated weekly series features drag stars Eureka O'Hara, Shangela and Bob the Drag Queen. https://www.hbo.com/were-here
"Who Am I Now?" In Louise E, Lathey's debut film, new friends Erin and Alex discover a mutual attraction that neither of them have ever felt before. Streaming via multiple outlets. whoaminow.ca
"With Love" Romantic comedy series about an American Latin family, including Mark Indelicate as the gay son with a boyfriend; on Amazon Prime.
LGBT films @ Breaking Glass Stream a variety of LGBT films and series, including Season 3 of "Woke," the French dramatic series. https://www.bgpics.com/
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES ArtHaus 25th Anniversary Gallerists James Bacchi and Annette Schutz celebrate their gallery's silver anniversary with a group retrospective exhibit. 228 Townsend St. http://www.arthaus-sf.com/main-gallery/
"The Art of Banksy" @ Palace of Fine Arts Exhibit of works by the notorious graffiti artist; thru February 2022. $55-$75. 3601 Lyon St. https://www.banksyexhibit.com/sanfrancisco/
"The Art of the Brick" @ LEGO� Exhibit View sculptures and interactive installations made of the toy bricks. $18-$21; thru Jan. 2022. 1 Grant Ave. https://artofthebrickexhibit.com/
Asian Art Museum "teamLab: continuity," an animated ecosystem of lush imagery drawn from nature and East Asian art. Other exhibits include "Memento: Jayashree Chakravarty and Lam Tung Pang," "After Hope: Videos of Resistance," "Zheng Chongbin: I Look for the Sky," and historic works. Fri-Mon 10am-5pm. Thu 1pm-8pm. 200 Larkin St. asianart.org
Berkeley Art Museum/Pacific Film Archive "New Time: Art and Feminisms in the 21st Century" showcases 140 Works by a range of contemporary Feminist artists; thru Jan. 31. Also, group exhibit "Suspended Matter," thru Jan. 15. "Quilts, Blankets, and Tapestry: Contemporary Art and Textiles," "Ron Nagle: Handsome Drifter," "Folk and Modern Art in Postcolonial India") and art films streamed online and screened outdoors (BYO chairs). 2155 Center St., Berkeley. www.bampfa.org
"Beyond Van Gogh" @ San Jose Convention Center Immersive projected art experience showcasing paintings by Vincent Van Gogh (not affiliated with the San Francisco Van Gogh exhibit). $25-$57. Thru Jan 2. 435 S Market St, San Jose https://vangoghsanjose.com/
Bonnie Banks @ The Lab "Exotic Muons in Your Skin Respond to X Ray Prayers During Trottelklown Krieg," an exhibition of Banks' vibrant and disturbing visual and sound collage art, with special performances on Saturdays. $5-$20. Wed & Thu 3pm-6pm and by appointment, thru Jan. 14. 2948 16th St. www.thelab.org
California Academy of Sciences The fascinating science museum includes live creatures (aquarium, terrarium) and educational exhibits. Also, "Living Worlds," a planetarium show. Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm. Sun 11am-5pm. 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. https://www.calacademy.org/
Cartoon Art Museum "The Legend of Wonder Woman," an exhibition celebrating 80 years of DC Comics' iconic Amazon, featuring comic books, merchandise, and original illustrations by many of Wonder Woman's most prominent artists. Also at the Fisherman's Wharf gallery; contemporary and historic original cartoon, comic and graphic novel art exhibits, including "A Treasury of Animation" and "Emerging Artists Showcase: Nomi Kane" (thru Feb. 21, 2022), as well as books and prints for sale. Sat & Sun 11am-5pm. 781 Beach St. https://www.cartoonart.org
Catherine Clark Gallery Deborah Oropallo and Andy Rappaport's "UPRISING," a fascinating photo video assemblage of works about how we engage with public monuments and memory; thru Dec. 23. 248 Utah St. https://cclarkgallery.com/
Chabot Space & Science Center Re-opened, programs include live science programs each Wed., 10:30am, virtual telescope viewings each Sat. 9pm. Free/$15. 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland (opens in Nov.). chabotspace.org
Chinese Cultural Center "Women: From Her to Here," an in-person and online exhibit focusing on women Asian diasporic cultures, including diverse gender and sexual identities, with video and film works, mixed media installation, photography, painting. Closing party Dec. 17, 5pm-7pm. 750 Kearny St. https://www.cccsf.us/
Conservatory of Flowers Beautiful indoor and outdoor floral exhibits in the classic arboretum; special events and parties return soon. 100 JFK Drive, Golden Gate Park. Free/$12. www.conservatoryofflowers.org
Contemporary Jewish Museum The spacious downtown museum includes "Experience Leonard Cohen" with a series of four solo exhibitions by contemporary artists George Fok, Judy Chicago, Candice Breitz, and Marshall Trammell, all inspired by the life and work of the revered singer-songwriter; also, Julie Weitz' "Golem: A Call to Action" and Stephen Berkman's "Predicting the Past: Zohar Studios, The Lost Years," an immersive photography installation about a mythical 19th-century Jewish photographer. Free/$16. 736 Mission St. thecjm.org
de Young Museum Major exhibits include "Judy Chicago: A Retrospective," "Patrick Kelly: Runway of Love," "Hung Liu: Golden Gate," thru Mar. 13, 2022; "Nampeyo and the Sikyátki Revival," thru Feb. 2023; also, collections of American, African, Oceanic, costume arts, sculpture and more. Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:15pm. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive. deyoung.famsf.org
Exhibits @ SF Public Library Book display exhibits on the 6th floor. Also, the James C. Hormel LGBTQIA Center has reopened. 100 Larkin St. https://sfpl.org/
Exploratorium Events Talks, and demos with a science theme, including comet-cam and more. Weekly After Dark nighttime parties have returned. Pier 15. www.exploratorium.edu
GLBT History Museum Gilbert Baker's original rainbow flag on display, plus ongoing exhibits. Online exhibits include "Stories of Our Movement: Bay Area Reporter at 50." Also, "Legendary: African American LGBTQ Past Meets Present"; "Fighting Back," a series that brings together community leaders, experts, historians and activists to explore lessons from the past that might be useful in formulating resistance efforts today; "Reigning Queens: the Lost Photos of Roz Joseph," curated by Joseph Plaster; and other exhibits. Online events as well. 4127 18th St. www.glbthistory.org
Gregangelo Museum Take online tours at the 27-room mansion filled with eccentric unusual interactive artworks and performances. www.gregangelomuseum.com
Immersive Van Gogh @ SVN West Designer Massimiliano Siccardi's popular large-scale installation of projected animated images of paintings by Vincent Van Gogh, with sound and music by Luca Longobardi. (Social distancing circles have been reintroduced). $25 and up. Thru March 6, 2022. 10 South Van Ness Ave. at Market. https://www.vangoghsf.com/
Jenkins Johnson Gallery Online solo and group exhibits of works by Philomela Williamson, Alex Jackson, and others. https://www.jenkinsjohnsongallery.com
Legion of Honor European and ancient art, giant Renaissance landscapes and historic paintings, plus classical sculptures and contemporary works. From Degas, Manet, Caillebotte and Vuillard to Egyptian, Greek and Roman artifacts; also Wangechi Mutu's fascinating modern outdoor and indoor sculptures. Tue-Sun, 9:30am-5:15pm. Free/$15. legionofhonor.famsf.org
Lost Art Salon Intimate gallery exhibits small and unusual works of note by contemporary and early 20th-century artists. 245 S. Van Ness. #303. https://lostartsalon.com
Minnesota Street Art Project Multiple galleries host different artist exhibits. "Judith Belzer: Contact Hypotheses" at Anglia-Trimble, thru Dec. 23. 1275 Minnesota St. https://minnesotastreetproject.com/
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts New and ongoing exhibits. 2869 Mission St. missionculturalcenter.org
MOAD Museum of the African Diaspora's exhibits include "Amoako Boafo: Soul of Black Folks"; also, "Sam Vernon: Impasse of Desires," both thru Feb 27. Also, award-winning films, talks and music performances. 685 Mission St. www.moadsf.org
Museum of Craft & Design "Call & Response: Craft as a Tool for Activism," and other exhibits online. www.sfmcd.org
My Park Moment @ Presidio Large-scale outdoor exhibit of visitor-submitted images in local and regional state parks; at the new Tunnel Tops. www.presidiotunneltops.gov
Nancy Toomey Fine Art Online and in-person exhibits. 1275 Minnesota St. nancytoomeyfineart.com
NIAD Exhibits The art studio for developmentally disabled adults shares online exhibits and sells beautiful works of art; in-person window displays and weekly online exhibitions. New: "I See What You're Feeling," a group exhibit. www.niadartstore.org
Nocturne X @ Grand Theater Immersive science and art experience; the weekend event series features evening DJ sets, experimental theater, paid bar, and more. $30-$50. 2665 Mission St. at 23rd. https://nocturne-x.com/
Oakland Museum "Mothership: Voyage Into Afrofuturism," a relevant and timely exhibition that imagines the world through a Black cultural lens; thru Feb 27, 2022. Other exhibits: "You Are Here: California Stories on the Map" (through 2022), "Black Power" and "Dorothea Lange: Photography as Activism" (both ongoing). 1000 Oak St., Oakland. museumca.org
The Pink and Purple Church in the Castro Online multimedia exhibit documenting the history of Metropolitan Community Church, its LGBTQ-inclusive services and outreach through the AIDS pandemic. http://arspgallery.com/mccsf-exhibit-main/
Pride and Progress The Victory Fund's online exhibit showcases a timeline of LGBT political history. https://www.prideandprogress.org/
Robert Koch Gallery Stunning photos by Mimi Plumb, thru Dec 31. 49 Geary St. https://kochgallery.com/
Schlomer Haus Gallery New Castro/Duboce gay-owned art gallery; "Unseen Seen," with works by Heather Benjamin, Lanee Bird, Evan Paul English, David King, Ryan McMenamy and John Webster. 2128 Market St., just west of Church St. Regular gallery hours Tue-Sat 12pm to 6pm and by appointment. (415) 275-0960. https://www.instagram.com/schlomer_haus_gallery/
SF Museum of Modern Art Diego Rivera's massive 1940 mural "Pan American Unity," on display during its restoration. Also, Joan Mitchell retrospective. View Pop, Abstract, and Figurative art collections; Warhol, Rosenquist, Lichtenstein, to name a few. Bay Area Walls mural project, the outdoor vertical garden and Olafur Eliasson's sparkling one-way color tunnel. Free/$25; reserved, timed ticketing. Mon 10am-5pm. Thu 1pm-8pm. Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. First Thursdays free. 151 Third St. www.sfmoma.org
Southern Exposure Unusual art and installations. 3030 20th St. https://soex.org
Walt Disney Family Museum Located in The Presidio, the museum dedicated to the art of Disney films hosts online and in-person exhibits, classes and events. 104 Montgomery St. www.waltdisney.org
We Were There Online tours of art museums, showcasing hidden and overlooked LGBT themes, subjects and artists. http://wewerethere.org/
Worker Online exhibit showcases photos and historic paintings of sex workers by 19 artists, from the late 19th Century of Edouard Manet and Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec to modern day contemporaries such as Felix Gonzalez-Torres, David Hockney, Nan Goldin, Bruce LaBruce and Margie Schnibbe. NSFW. www.artreporttoday.com
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Unusual modern art exhibits; also, film screenings, murals, and tours. https://ybca.org
NIGHTLIFE ABBA '70s Glitter NYE @ Great Northern Dancing Queens, dive into an all-ABBA New Year's Eve party; 1970s disco attire encouraged. $20-$60. 9pm-2am. 119 Utah St. https://www.thegreatnorthernsf.com/
After Dark @ Exploratorium Evening cocktail parties return to the interactive science museum, with different themes. $20. Thursdays 6pm-10pm. https://www.exploratorium.edu/
Bootie Mashup @ DNA Lounge Adriana A and guest DJs blend pop hits to danceable grooves on Saturdays, and a special New Year's Eve night with a live set by Smash-Up Derby. 375 11th St. https://www.twitch.tv/BootieMashup. https://www.dnalounge.com/
Bounce @ Lookout Weekly Saturday night dance party at the Castro bar with the panoramic view. 9pm-2am. $5. 3600 16th St. at Market. http://www.lookoutsf.com/
Club OMG Intimate mid-Market nightclub includes DJed dancing, drag shows and a karaoke night. 43 6th St. http://www.clubomgsf.com/
Curbside Cabaret with Carly Ozard @ Poesia The talented vocalist performs participatory concerts at the Italian restaurant. $10. Sat, 5pm-8pm. Sun 3pm-7pm. 4072 18th St. https://www.poesiasf.com/
DJ Don Baird @ The Hole in the Wall The fave local rock DJ's returned to the SoMa "friendly neighborhood gay bikers" bar; Thursdays and Fridays. 1369 Folsom St. https://blackwolfmetal.com/ Also, listen online: https://www.twitch.tv/donbaird
Drag Brunch at Curio Rexy hosts 12pm & 2pm drag shows (with Kylie Minono, Kipper Snacks, Bionka Simone) with brunch. 775 Valencia St. https://www.curiobarsf.com/
Events @ Beaux Nightlife's back at the popular Market Street club, with drag entertainers, go go studs, drinks and food. Sat & Sun, 2pm & 4pm. https://www.beauxsf.com/
Events @ The Edge Musical Wednesdays, Beards & Booze and other events have returned to the popular bar. 4149 18th St. www.edgesf.com
Frolic @ SF Eagle The furry cosplay dance party returns from hibernation, with DJs Pepe, LycanCatt, NeonBunny, and Khatalyst; now second Saturdays at The SF Eagle. $8-$12. 8pm-2am. 398 12th St. http://frolicparty.com/
It's a New Day + Breakfast of Champions @ Great Northern Massive indoor-outdoor New Year's Day party with 90+ DJs, 8 Stages, an interactive playground, art installations, cocktails, food trucks, aerial performances. $30 and up. 4am-9pm. 119 Utah St. https://www.thegreatnorthernsf.com/
Jolene's Dec. 31, Uhaul SF Black & Gold NYE Party; $20-$40, at the SoMa queer and woman/trans-owned nightclub and restaurant; Coyote Queer, second Saturdays, with DJs Koslov & Livv, costume contest. Sunday brunch 11am-5pm. Mask up, make a reservation. 2700 16th St. http://jolenessf.com/index.html
Lookout The Castro bar with a panoramic view; ongoing: Bounce (Sat. nights), Lips & Lashes Drag Brunch with host Carnie Asada (Sat. afternoons), Jock (Sunday nights). 3600 16th St. http://www.lookoutsf.com/
Lone Star Saloon DJed events at the historic bear bar, plus regular nights of rock music and patio hangouts. 1354 Harrison St. https://www.lonestarsf.com/
Martuni's Monday Happy Hour Pianist Russell Deason hosts the return of the fun weekly open mic gathering. 5:30pm-8:30pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market.
Mighty Real NYE @ Phoenix Hotel, Chambers DJs David Harness, Juanita MORE!, Roll, Brown Amy, and Chuck Gunn spin New Year's Eve grooves at the indoor-outdoor party. $20-$60. 8pm-2am. 601 Eddy St. www.eventbrite.com
Muévelo @ Que Rico, Oakland Valentino Presents' new East Bay Latin club is already a hit. Enjoy the new nightclub's weekly dance party with DJed grooves, drag divas, and gogo studs. Fridays, $10 and up, 9:30pm-3am. 381 15th St., Oakland. www.quericonightclub.com
New Bohemia NYE @ SF Mint Vau de Vire Society & Opel Productions' costume-friendly, Burning Man-ish, steampunk, glam/whatever party includes multiple mini-parties, DJs bars, and performers all over the historic building, 445-$11. Dec. 31. 9pm-3am. 88 5th St. www.eventbrite.com
Oasis In-person shows include Princess, the new weekly Saturday night drag show. Also, a special New Year's Eve weekend with SF Baloney, the sexy funny burlesque troupe, and a NYE party 8pm-2am. $40-$100. 398 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
Pan Dulce @ Beaux The weekly Latin dance night gets a hot invasion of Club Papi's LA logo studs. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Port Bar, Oakland New Year's Eve party with Amoura Teese, DJ Magic Matt, Pinche Queer, Cock & Richie. Wednesdays are a Drag shows at 9pm, 10pm, 11pm; Sunday Brunch, Big Gay Trivia and "Dragula" viewing parties on Tuesdays; dancing on Saturday nights, and more events at the Oakland bar. 2023 Broadway. www.portbaroakland.com|
Powerhouse Bar Enjoy indoor and outdoor drinks at the popular SoMa bar; Beatpig, Dec. 18. 9pm-2am. Cow Contest Finale, Dec. 19, 5pm-8pm. Underwear Thursdays and other events. 1347 Folsom St. https://www.powerhousebar.com/
Qué Rico New LGBT Latinx nightclub features cute go go guys and drag shows, DJed dance floor, brunch and dinner menus, too. 381 15th St., Oakland. www.quericonightclub.com
Red Hots Burlesque Enjoy drag and strip shows, music acts and more in online performances. $15. Oct. 13. http://redhotsburlesque.com/
Safeway Holiday Ice Rink @ Union Square The popular holiday-themed ice rink, now open thru Jan 17. 333 Post St. https://holidayicerink.com/
SF Eagle The famed leather bar, re-opened, has numerous events; Sunday beer bust (3pm-6pm). 398 12th St. https://thesfeagle.com/
Suavecito @ Space 550 Valentino Presents and Club Papi present a new weekly Latin dance night with DJs Mike, Mr. Biggs, and Lola; Sonora Tropicana band, drag acts by Dorys, Ms. Lola, Delilah BeFierce and Betty Fresas; go go guys galore, three dance rooms, outdoor lounge. Oct. 30 big Halloween party. Saturdays, $15-$25. 9:30pm-3am. 550 Barneveld Ave. www.suavecitosf.com
Sundance Saloon @ Space 550 The (mostly) Country music line-dancing, two-stepping night returns in-person, August 8, 5pm-10:30pm. $7. Space 500, 550 Barneveld Ave. www.sundancesaloon.org
Thirst Trap Thursdays @ Dirty Habit New weekly event on the heated 5th floor outdoor terrace of Hotel Zelos, $5 benefits the SF Queer Nightlife Fund. 5pm-10pm. 12 4th St. https://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/zelos/dirty-habit
White Horse Bar Enjoy outdoor dining and drinks at the famous Oakland bar. 6551 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. whitehorsebar.com
PODCASTS, RADIO "Being Seen" GLAAD's new podcast focuses on the Black gay and queer male experience, hosted by Darnell Moore, producer of Being Seen and singer, actor and activist, Lawrence "Miss Lawrence" Washington. www.beingseenpodcast.com
Broadway Podcast Network Enjoy talks and audio performances with writers, composers, actors and professionals in theater. https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/
Broadway Radio Online Broadway music radio station featuring the best in the Off-Broadway, Broadway, and the London stage. New: Styles of Stephen Sondheim with music scholar Gail Leondar-Wright, hosted by Stuart Brown. https://broadwayradioprograms.com/
"A Christmas Carol on Air" American Conservatory Theatre's annual popular performances of Carey Perloff and Paul Walsh's stage adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens short story is this year a radio play. Dec. 5-31. www.act-sf.org
"In the Key of Q" Dan Hall's podcast with interviews and selections by LGBTQ musicians. https://www.inthekeyofq.com/
"I Still Think About You" Noir drama podcast from "The Boys in the Band" revival actor Brian Hutchison is part memoir, part psychological thriller, and part love letter to Broadway. https://www.istillthinkaboutyou.com/
"LGBT Asylum Project Podcast" Creator and host of the LGBTQ Asylum podcast is 28-year-old Sayid Abdul, a queer Uighur refugee who was granted political asylum in 2018. https://www.lgbtasylumproject.org/
"Midnight Mass Podcast" Peaches Christ presents an online audio show with Michael Varrati about horror and cult movies; on Apple and Spotify. http://store.peacheschrist.com/
"Out in the Bay" The long-running LGBT radio show, offline for a few years, has returned with new podcast episodes, and an extensive archive. Host Eric Jansen welcomes artists, community leaders and celebrities. https://www.outinthebay.org/
"The Queerness" SF Pride's podcast with notable hosts and LGBTQ guests (Franco Stevens, Michelle Meow, Snaxx, Vinny Eng and more). https://sfpride.org/podcast.html
Queer Powers Indie channel of chats radio shows, vintage zine archives and drag shows. https://www.queerpowers.com/
"A Queer Serial" LGBT-themed podcasts with voice actors such as Sam Pancake ("Transparent," "Gilmore Girls"), Matthew Reimer, Radical Faeries' Will Roscoe and Joey Cain, and Chicago performers Salvio Gado and Jon Martinez, along with real recordings of pioneers including transgender entertainer Christine Jorgensen, civil rights activist Bayard Rustin, and lesbian journalist Edythe Eyde. https://www.mattachinepod.com/
Queer Nightlife Talks Blog and links to talks among Bay Area nightlife organizers and producers, with community input and opinions. Tune in, offer assistance or thoughts. sfqueernightlifefund.org
"Queercore Podcast" "The QueerCore Podcast," hosted by August Bernadicou, elucidates radical, LGBTQ activists' histories, including Phyllis Lyon, Don Kilhefner, Jack Fritscher, drag rocker Jayne County, Vanguard Editor Keith St. Clare, a Theater of the Ridiculous oral history, and veteran gay rights activist and prolific author Perry Brass. New: SF Tavern Guild cofounder and bar owner legend Robbie Robinson. Also, the Rev. Ed Hansen, Rev. Robert Cromey, veteran activist Martha Shelley; community activist Gene Fedorko, pioneering LA gay dance club owner Jewel Thais-Williams, and punk drag rock sensation Jayne County. Also, 2022 print calendar on sale. https://www.queercorepod.com/
Sounds of Broadway 24/7 radio station plays classic Broadway songs, with interviews and trivia shows, too. New Stephen Sondheim and 'West Side Story' tribute programs, including author Barry Singer ("Ever After: Forty Years of Musical Theater and Beyond 1977–2020"), also Rick Pender, Ethan Mordden and Eddie Shapiro. https://soundsofbroadway.com/
"Taimi Talks" LGBTQ personalities (Jason Wimberly, Chris Mosier, Monique Heart and others) share guest-talks on various topics, with/on the Taimi app. (Apple Store or Google Play). https://taimi.com/
"Twits in Love" Broadway Podcast network presents Tom Alan Robbins' audio comedy with steampunk setting, starring Michael Urie, Christian Borle, Mary Testa, James Monroe Iglehart, Lillias White and others. https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcast/twits/
"You Make Me Real" LGBT podcast series, with Juanita MORE! & David Glamamore, Joan Jett Blakk, Lynn Breedlove and Tom Ammiano. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1753585
