While it may not be as notoriously star-studded as Los Angeles or New York City, San Francisco still famously gets its fair share of celebrity sightings. Many stars both local and visiting have been known to frequent our picturesque city, either for special events, movie filmings, or just hanging out at their personal favorite spots. We've got the scoop on where these hotspots so that you may encounter even the most elusive of A-listers.
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429 Castro St / (415) 621-6120 / Website
The Castro Theatre has historically been the trusted home for exclusive movie premieres, and during the annual San Francisco International Film Festival, this venue rolls out the red carpet and becomes packed with the most brilliant directors, filmmakers, and actors. Legendary performers such as Michelle Yeoh, Dakota Johnson, Chrissy Metz, and Joel Kim Booster were a few of highly talented names to grace this landmark in 2022, so be sure to stay updated on the film screenings so that you can be a part of such iconic moments in cinematic and SF history!
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298 11th St / (415) 795-3180 / Website
Oasis is the incredibly enjoyable and spectacular nightclub renowned for hosting talented drag queens, particularly many of those of the RuPaul Drag Race pedigree. The showstopping talents seen here have been Violet Chachki and Gottmik, Manila Luzon, and most recently, Lil Nas X, making a positively unexpected visit as a spectator during his tour! Oasis is always a highly entertaining time, from their sumptuous rooftop to their radiant performance stage, and the experience only gets better with their famous appearances, which you can keep track of on their site.
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24 Willie Mays Plaza / (415) 972-2000 / Website
Oracle Park is where you can casually and affordably go to watch all of your favorite baseball stars and even guest celebritiy appearances. Many of whom are also known to frequent the surrounding area and support their local community businesses, such as Hunter Pence and Wife Alexis seen here dining at the remarkable 25 Lusk with Chef Matthew Dolan!
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1 Warriors Way / (888) 479-4667 / Website
Like Oracle Park, for the basketball stans, there's nothing quite like sitting inside the margnificent Chase Center and knowing that you're sharing the indoor space with superstars like Steph Curry and Jordan Poole right on the court! Many celebrities are also famous for showing their Dub Nation support by sitting courtside or making a marvelous appearance, like Simu Liu!
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1712 Duboce Ave / (415) 551-3000 / Website
San Francisco's vibrant skate scene is historic, everlasting, and just simply unparalleled, all thanks to effortlessly talented local skaters like our own Nico Hiraga. Although you may see him consistently busy with fashion, art, and award-winning film projects like Booksmart and North Hollywood, the global superstar is a true San Franciscan at heart and takes time to show his love for our city either at the underpass community skatepark or around the Embarcadero.
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590 20th St / (415) 865-0407 / Website
RH is the opulent new addition to the Dogpatch neighborhood, which unveiled with a grand and star-studded premiere party. This is a truly lavish furniture store, rooftop restaurant and bar all nestled among golden architecture, grand chandeliers, and marble accents that even celebrities like Ellen Degeneres, Jessica Alba, and Alexandra Daddario can't resist perusing through.
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1233 17th St / (415) 626-4455 / Website
Bottom of the Hill is a legendary neighborhood favorite that is known for being relaxed, intimate, and pleasantly casual. Visit when you see an enticing act coming, (particularly on a weekday to spice things up!) and chill out on their lush patio or get right up to the stage to potentially even meet them in person!
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924 Gilman St, Berkeley / (510) 524-8180 / Website
Those well-versed in the local punk and rock scene will know that 924 Gilman is *the spot* for catching an unexpected glimpse of the best classic musicians, famously the illustrious Oakland-born Green Day! Whether or not you happen to serendipitously see them visit, coming to this enduringly storied joint makes for mesmerizing memories every time.
Here's to hoping more celebrities come and stop by our welcoming golden city by the Bay!
See also: A Crash-Course On The San Francisco Bay's Punk Culture And Its Most Prominent Bands
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