Our warm weather delivers countless soirees, special events and creative gatherings over the next few months— here are the ones not to miss.
The de Young Museum’s Bouquet to Arts is back June 5 to 11.
2023 DANCE DOWNTOWN GALA
After a splendid evening of dinner and drinks at The Forum, head to the YBCA for an amazing performance by ODC Dance. Be sure to step into some boogie shoes for the afterparty. 701 Mission St.; 700 Howard St., 415.863.6606, odc.dance
SFFILM FESTIVAL
This long-standing SF festival is back again for its 66th iteration. Look forward to innovative filmmaking that fosters cultural understanding and film appreciation. Multiple locations, sffilm.org
SALVATION ARMY: SWING FOR THE WAY OUT GOLF TOURNAMENT
This charity golf tourney at Presidio Golf Course raises funds to shrink the gap between residents on the street—homeless and struggling with drug addiction—and their ability to achieve long-term recovery in San Francisco. The Salvation Army is preparing to provide up to 1,000 beds in therapeutic communities for those experiencing homelessness and long-term addiction challenges. 300 Finley Road, goldenstate.salvationarmy.org
ALONZO KING LINES GALA
The 2023 LINES Gala will premiere a stunning dance performance featuring artist collaborations with photographer Richard Misrach and Grammy Award-winning vocalist Lisa Fischer. Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 700 Howard St., linesballet.org
Fun photo ops at Cal Academy’s Big Bang Gala BIG BANG PHOTO BY DREW ALTIZER
ART MARKET SAN FRANCISCO
With 85 top galleries worldwide, this Bay Area art fair offers an incredible opportunity to become immersed in San Francisco’s vibrant art community and beyond. Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd., artmarketsf.com
LOTUS LEADERSHIP AWARDS GALA
Join special guest Nigel Barker and honoree Gloria Steinem at The Asia Foundation’s reception and dinner to recognize and celebrate contributions toward women’s empowerment in Asia and the Pacific. Mandarin Oriental, 80 Columbus Circle, New York, 332.240.2070, asiafoundation.org
BIG BANG GALA
The leading science gala in San Francisco, the Cal Academy’s Big Bang Gala promises to be a mind-blowing night. Expect dinner, drinks, dancing and a seriously chic afterparty with special musical guests. 55 Music Concourse Drive, 415.379.5423, calacademy.org
Dance the night away at the Big Bang Gala April 27.
SONOMA VALLEY AUTHORS FESTIVAL
Drink and be merry at the sixth annual Sonoma Valley Authors Festival, where top-tier wines are paired with remarkable speakers and authors from across all genres. Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, 100 Boyes Blvd., Sonoma, 707.282.9028, svauthorsfest.org
ONE AMAZING COMMUNITY GALA
Hosted by 10,000 Degrees, an organization dedicated to educational equality, the gala raises funds to help support SF students with low-income backgrounds. Marin Civic Center, 10 Ave. of the Flags, San Rafael, donate.1000degrees.org
SF DECORATORS SHOWCASE
This year’s showcase house is a 1920s Sea Cliff dwelling that exudes Mediterranean Spanish splendor with stunning Bay Bridge and Marin Headlands views. 625 El Camino Del Mar, decoratorshowcase.org
SFJAZZ GALA 2023
Tune in for an evening of all-star performances in honor of SFJAZZ founder and Executive Artistic Director Randall Kline, who is stepping down later this year. 201 Franklin St., 415.788.7353, sfjazz.org
EXPLORATORIUM PARTY AT THE PIERS
Save the date for an electrifying evening at the Piers. In true Exploratorium fashion, this party reveals imaginative programs that exude fun and learning. Pier 17, Ste. 1000, 415.528.4402, exploratorium.edu
TASTE OF TEL HI
Savor delicious wines and a sumptuous three-course meal from the comfort of Oracle Stadium, all while celebrating the men and women who contribute to the city’s diversity. 24 Willie Mays Plaza, 415.203.6087, telhi.org
GARDEN FEAST
Gather with fellow green thumbs at the SF Botanical Garden’s Garden Feast. Enjoy a delicious luncheon and exciting luxury auction while raising funds for the garden’s youth education programs. 1199 Ninth Ave., 415.661.1316, sfbg.org
Peep works from international galleries at Art Market San Francisco
DE YOUNG BOUQUETS TO ART
Stopping to smell the roses has never been so easy. More than 100 leading floral designers are taking over the museum to host myriad floral design workshops and lectures. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, 415.750.3600, famsf.org
Photography by: DREW ALTIZER; COURTESY OF BRANDS
