By: Kat Bein By: Kat Bein | November 7, 2024 | Lifestyle, Feature,
Hey, San Francisco! What’s shakin’?
We’re lucky to live in a city brimming with culture, food, art, music, business, and community. There’s always something interesting to learn, a new exhibit to check out, a cutting-edge performance to see, and a new menu begging to be savored.
See also: 10 Must-See Art Exhibits This Spring & Summer In San Francisco
We want you to maximize your weekend, so we’ve gathered a few options to fill your calendar. Whether you’re looking to hit the road on a small adventure or stay close to home, this weekend’s activities will inspire you!
Curran Theater, 445 Geary St / Website
The five-time Tony Award-winning musical is on show now at the Curran Theatre. Buy tickets now through Dec. 1 and enjoy a family musical that follows 16-year-old Kimberly as she explores her new home in New Jersey. Can her optimism get her through family trouble, a genetic condition, her first crush and more? Bring the tissues, get ready to laugh and find out!
Chase Center, 1 Warriors Way / Website
Drink an extra shot of “Espresso” and, “Please Please Please,” don’t miss this stellar pop extravaganza. The Disney-star turned song-of-this-summer singer is hitting the Chase Center stage Saturday night with a few of her best musical friends. Here’s everything you need to know.
Union Square / Website
Now through Jan. 6 is your chance to lace up those skates and enjoy a bit of winter fun. The annual Safeway Ice Rink is back, decorated with festive lights among the Union Square shopping atmopshere. Silent discos, Drag On Ice shows and more are planned, so check the full calendar of events to find your favorite visit or two.
Various Locations / Website
Friday marks the kickoff of SF Restaurant Week, running through Sunday, Nov. 17. Hundreds of restaurants are participating with special menus, discounted deals, exclusive options and more. Almost every flavor and atmosphere is on showcase, so check the official website and find the best deal at your favorite restaurants all week long.
2316 Polk St / Website
How often do you get a bake sale at a Michelin starred restaurant? This Sunday, Nisei opens its doors for a special event as chefs David and Ellie host from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Get your hands on David’s Texas-style Klobasinky and Sweet Kolaches, while chef Ellie is cooking up everything bagel bomboloni, New Yorker cookies and miso cardamom buns. Enjoy this exciting special taste, because it won’t happen again very soon!
Looking for even more fun in our city by the sea? Check our list of best summer festivals in the Bay Area.
Photography by: Alexander Spatari