Need a fun activity to keep the weekdays entertaining? San Francisco is always buzzing with diverse community-led events, and here are the most fun ones for those days in between the weekends when you're with friends or are just itching to be out!
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500 Divisadero St / (415) 241-0202 / Website
"Motown on Mondays" is dedicated to making your Monday feel like a Friday, and Madrone Art Bar is the perfect place for it! With their intimately lowkey atmosphere, eclectic decor, and no-frills ambience, this cozy setting is perfect for a mellow Monday hangout with the most talented DJs.
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1233 17th St / (415) 626-4455 / Website
What better way to kick off your work week than with an intimate concert at this historically iconic Bottom of the Hill? With a different talented show almost every day of the week, this premier venue is the perfect musical outing to affordably chill, relax, or maybe even mosh all your stresses out.
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298 11th St / (415) 795-3180 / Website
Folsom's Oasis is an amazing venue with a scenic rooftop, quality drinks, and a theatre stage where many of RuPaul's Drag Race legends have graced with showstopping acts. Known also for their lovely open piano bar Sundays, come sing your heart out to their inclusive and highly entertaining SAY GAY! Happy Hour Karaoke and Cocktails.
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2200A Market St / (415) 872-5310 / Website
Are you a game board fanatic, an arcade enthusiast, or just looking to make some friends and build a wholesome community? Castro's The Detour is your new fun and friendly favorite. From their expansive arcade games both new and old, to their tasty Filipino food and inventive cocktails, The Detour is a highly entertaining and welcoming home for the locals, especially with their inclusive game board Tuesdays.
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2344 Market St / Website
If you're looking to party on hump day, Beaux in Castro is ready for you with their Pan Dulce Latin-themed nights! With a themed event every day of the week, Beaux is easily one of the best clubs in this vibrant neighborhood, not to mention their quality drinks, upstairs balcony, and trendy music.
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3158 Mission St / (415) 282-3325 / Website
Hosted on every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, our bingo choice is at the hip and gorgeous El Rio. Known for their refreshing cocktails and brilliantly tucked away back patio, bingo Wednesdays here will truly make the mid-week slump go by effortlessly when you sit in their magical open space.
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1582 Folsom St / (415) 226-7768 / Website
Trivia nights are an essential brain-stimulating activity for the weekdays, and our choice is Thursdays at The Willows. This casual bar is a beloved staple for many in the SoMa/Folsom neighborhood that boasts cheap drinks and a large interior with plenty of comfy seating. Their trivia nights always has a different theme, and is open for anyone to participate with fun prizes and a convivial crowd.
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2512 Mission St / (415) 795-3842 / Website
Arcana is a plant shop truly like no other, because where else can you find a wine bar and live music inside one, especially on a weekday? Arcana is a sultry oasis that's impressively chic, swanky, and devoted to getting your weekend started off right with their talented musicians. This is the perfect place to unwind with live Jazz to, or even to bring a date on a weekday.
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425 Mission St / (415) 597-5000 / Website
A revitalizing Friday morning activity is to partake in some peaceful community yoga in the scenic surroundings of the lush Salesforce Park! This is a literal elevated experience in the heart of downtown that feels like a serene and centering oasis above all of the bustle.
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2526 Mission St / (415) 648-7600 / Website
Located near Arcana and beside Foreign Cinema, Laszlo excels at exuding a sophisticated, yet casual escape with their fun libations and upbeat music sets. If you're looking for an after-work hangout before hitting the Friday night club scene, Laszlo is a swanky choice to unwind with style.
Thank you to these dedicated local landmarks to making the weekdays more exciting!
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