Happy Friday Everyone! You've worked hard all week, and now it's time to have fun! Getting out and enjoying the beautiful Bay Area, as well as enjoying the company of friends old and new, is great for your mental health. So check out some of our favorite events from around the Bay that you can attend this weekend!
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Friday, June 14th
Punchline Comedy Club, San Francisco
7:30 PM Ages: 18+
$85
For over 32 years the nation's best comics have appeared at the San Francisco Punch Line, the city's longest running comedy club. Stars such as Robin Williams, Ellen Degeneres, Rosie O'Donnell, Drew Carey, Chris Rock and Dana Carvey took their first comedic steps on the Punch Line stage, entertaining thousands while perfecting their craft. The Punch Line's dedication to comic tradition has earned the San Francisco Examiner and the San Francisco Chronicle's readers' choice award for the best comedy club.
Sarah Silverman is a two-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer. She currently hosts her weekly podcast, the critically acclaimed The Sarah Silverman Podcast, available on iTunes and wherever podcasts are available. She can next be seen as the host of TBS' Stupid Pet Tricks, an expansion of the famous David Letterman late night segment. She recently wrapped production on Netflix's Maestro, a biopic on the life of composer Leonard Bernstein. She will star opposite Bradley Cooper as Bernstein's sister Shirley. Other upcoming projects include the indie psychological thriller Viral, starring alongside Blair Underwood. This past Spring, Silverman's off-Boadway musical adaptation of her 2010 memoir "The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee" had a sold-out run with the Atlantic Theatre Company. Silverman previously hosted the Emmy and Writers Guild-nominated Hulu series I Love You, America.
Presidio, San Francisco
6 PM, Ages: All
Free
The Presidio preserves an astonishingly complex cultural and natural heritage within its 1480 acres. For details, select the "In Depth" link to the right. For thousands of years, the Ohlone Native Americans managed and harvested the natural bounty of what is now the Presidio. In 1776, Spanish soldiers and missionaries arrived, forever disrupting Ohlone culture and beginning 218 years of military use of the area just south of the Golden Gate.
Sundown Cinema is back for its fifth season! This year, the free outdoor movie series will feature seven films in seven parks across San Francisco. While all Sundown Cinema movie nights are free and open to the public, current and new SF Parks Alliance members have exclusive access to members-only seating!
Bullitt
A nonconformist San Francisco cop is determined to find the underworld kingpin who killed the witness under his protection.
Saturday, June 15th
Fillmore District, San Francisco
AM, Ages: All
Free
Over 10,000 will be in attendance to commemorate Juneteenth in San Francisco’s historic Fillmore District. The Celebration will span six city blocks beginning @ Fillmore St. and Geary Blvd. featuring great food, vendors and a massive kids zone. Plus, enjoy 3 stages of live music starring The Whispers, Stokely of Mint Condition, Yolanda Adams, Young Bleu, Jacquees, and the Decades Fashion show by Mario B.
Having attracted over 12,000 attendees in 2023, the Nation’s 2nd largest Juneteenth event boasts loads of attractions for residents and visitors of all ages with six sprawling blocks of free, family entertainment.
Get ready for the DECADES EDITION of The Bay’s Largest Juneteenth Celebration!
70’s Block: Fulton to McAllister
All attendees will have access to free, unlimited carnival rides, games, pony rides and endless kid-friendly activities
The Entertainment District:
Hosted by 106.1 KMEL, the R&B Block Party and music concert takes center stage at Fillmore and O’Farrell Street. Acts TBA!
80s Block: McAllister to Golden GateBlock
Food trucks, ethnic cuisine, soul food, sweet delights and free food demos will be provided by Bay Area chefs and local restauranteurs throughout the day. Complimentary wine tasting will take place alongside the Beer & Wine Garden for the 21 and up.
90s Block Golden Gate to Turk
Get busy on the Dance-floor at stage #3 featuring Local Performers, Professional Dancers and Community colaborations.
2K Block Turk to Eddy
Food Trucks and Vendor Booths
2K+ Block Geary to Turk2 Main Stages, Premium Vendor Booths, Free Concerts, Fashion Show by Mario B. and much more!
The Juneteenth SF Freedom Celebration commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and celebrates African American culture in recognition of black contributions and progress. To RSVP, or to apply for vendor space and sponsorship opportunities, visit Juneteenth-sf.org.
North Beach, San Francisco
11 AM, Ages: All
Free
Considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals, the North Beach Festival celebrates its 70th anniversary in historic North Beach.
The North Beach Festival is held in historic North Beach District, known to locals and visitors alike as San Francisco’s Little Italy and the home of the famed Beat Generation.
Join us on Saturday, June 15th & Sunday, June 16th as we celebrate this vibrant and historic neighborhood at the 70th Anniversary of the North Beach Festival featuring:
Over 150 local makers and merchants
Makers Block (Grant/ Union) filled with interactive “art in action” (scroll down for details)
Biordi’s Italian I’Madonarri Street Painting on Vallejo St
Delicious food from the world-renowned North Beach restaurants as well as from local and Bay Area gourmet food vendors and trucks
4 beer gardens with an assortment of lively libations
Live music
Family fun including activities, games, lego-building, bubble-making, chalk zone and more!
Unique shops and restaurants surrounding the festival and so much more!
ALL AGES are welcome to come and experience art in action on the Makers Block located on Grant between Union and Filbert featuring;
Typically, the festival spans 9 blocks and feature over 100 arts and crafts booths, some of the Bay Area’s best gourmet food vendors, several stages of live music, DJs, beer gardens, Makers Block activities, Italian Street Art, the Blessing of the Animals, performances from Club Fugazi acrobats, and so much more all in the heart of North Beach, nestled amongst its many charming and unique shops and restaurants.
For the 70th Anniversary, expect an exciting line-up of live music, DJs, Club Fugazi Acrobats and poetry reading at 4 stages throughout the festival including some of the best from years past as well as some exciting new ones.
Sunday, June 16th
Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco
All Day, Ages: All
Free
A beloved Father’s Day tradition celebrating the creativity of North America’s indigenous peoples, the 26th annual Native Contemporary Arts Festival showcases a diverse array of Native music, dance, spoken word, visual artists, vendors and crafts. The program is curated by Janeen Antoine (Sicangu Lakota), American Indian Contemporary Arts’ founder and producer of the weekly KPFA 94.1 broadcast Bay Native Circle.
Performances:
L. Frank, Open Prayer Song and Land Acknowledgement
Winnama Ba-Kay Yachma Pomo Dancers
Sweet Lodge Sistaz
All Nations Drum / Youth Dancers Round Dance
Manny Lieras on Father’s Day and Honor Song
Twice As Good Blues Band
L. Frank, Closing Prayer Song
Art activities:
Celeste Aguilar – Beadwork Bracelets
Nizhoni Ellenwood – Corn husk dolls
Monique Sonoquie – Natural Windchimes
Ernesto Hernandez Olmos – Jaguar masks
533 Sutter, San Francisco
8 PM, Ages: 18+
$25
San Francisco stand-up comedy every Wed @8pm, Thu @8pm, Fri-Sat @8 & 10pm, and Sun @8pm. No drink minimum.
Cheaper Than Therapy offers a healthy dose of live stand-up comedy every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, year-round. Located in San Francisco's historic Shelton Theater in the heart of Union Square, Cheaper Than Therapy is convenient to get to, whether you live in the Bay Area or are just visiting.
About the show
Each show features five to six hand-picked, experienced comedians and an occasional guest drop-in.
Please arrive at the theater by 7:45pm to check in with the box office. The bar opens at 7pm, and the show starts at 8pm. Last seating is at 8:20pm.
The theater has a full bar with no drink minimum. Come early for craft drinks and great seats!
The show always ends by 9:30pm. For a list of restaurant recommendations in the area, please visit our website.
We encourage everyone 21+ to party with us at the Shelton Theater bar.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an age requirement?
The show is for mature audience members of 18+ only.
Is there a drink minimum?
No, there is no drink minimum.
What if I'm late?
This is a live show, and we want everyone to have a great time. As a courtesy to the performers and audience, we will not seat those who arrive after 8:20pm. If you are unable to make it by this time, please let us know. We would be happy to transfer your tickets to a future date.
Is there parking available?
There is no parking at the theater, but there are many public parking garages close by. See your options on Parkopedia.
If the event is sold out, will you have tickets at the door?
We often sell out, so please buy your tickets in advance. If the event is sold out online, we will not have any extra tickets to sell at the door. In that case, please get tickets to the next show!
If I can't make it to the show anymore, will the fees be refunded?
Unfortunately, Eventbrite does not refund any fees, so only the base ticket price is refunded. However, we're happy to transfer your tickets to a future show of your choice instead. Just email us at info@cttcomedy.com let us know that you can no longer make it and want to transfer your tickets. Once you've decided on a date that works better for you, email us again at least 48 hours in advance of the show, and we'll confirm your tickets.
More information
For more information, please visit our website.
Still have questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions? Feel free to email or call us at (415) 506-8474 anytime. We'd love to hear from you!
Cheaper Than Therapy is presented by CTT Comedy and Shelton Theater.
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