Arts + Culture

Photos: Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering commemorated Alcatraz reclamation

Annual voyage and ceremony marks 55 years since the occupation of the island—and celebrates a resilient culture.

Protest Emma Garcia - October 14, 2026

Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Creative Collective

Event production company stays looking on the bright side of the city's artistic future with events like Pier Party, the Diwali Festival, and Lower Polk Live!

Best of the Bay Dorothy O'Donnell - October 14, 2026

Under the Stars: Telemakus blazes back on the future jazz path

Plus: Allah-Las at Psyched! Fest, Stones Throw 30, Crud, Naked Eyes, and the weirdest 'reunion' tour ever, courtesy Gnarls Barkley.

Music John-Paul Shiver - October 14, 2026

Screen Grabs: Green and UN film fests land at a raw moment for humanity

Plus: A feast of global vampire flicks, a revamped return of 'The Devils,' 'Deathgasm II: Goremaggedeon,' more movies

Movies Dennis Harvey - October 13, 2026

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Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Tarpey-Schwed LGBT Families Children’s Book Collection

Lou Fancher - October 13, 2026

There's never been a better time to celebrate the history of queer stories for kiddos!

Dance

60 years of formidable bailaores: Theatre Flamenco’s milestone flourish

Aimée Ts'ao - October 12, 2026

With all-star 'De Ayer a Hoy,' the groundbreaking troupe celebrates more than half a century of dancing to its own rhythm.

Culture

At Sui Generis, 20 years of fierce looks and immigrant vision

Joshua Rotter - October 12, 2026

Miguel Lopez and Gabriel Yanez’s designer consignment boutique has become a dynamic cultural hub in a changing city.

Featured

Come to our big Triple Gala and save local journalism (the fun way)!

Marke B. - October 12, 2026

Live entertainment, local bites, great cocktails, and tons of elbow-rubbing on October 27 at El Rio club.

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Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Golden State Valkyries

John-Paul Shiver - October 11, 2026

Fresh WNBA expansion team hits the finals in their second season—and sparks a wellspring of Violet Pride from Ballhalla Stans.

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Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Far Out Gallery

Emily Wilson - October 11, 2026

Perched amid the mists of Outer Sunset, a plucky space opens the doors of the art world to creatives in need.

Art Review

In ‘Character Development,’ personae made of monsters, makeup, and dark magic

Genevieve Quick - October 10, 2026

Kadist and Minnesota Street Projects team up for an exhilarating video show that examines layers of self.

Music

Imperial Teen: ‘We refuse not to be hot’

Joshua Rotter - October 10, 2026

With 'All Over You,' the indie pop heroes show they're still playful, restless, and frequently horny, three decades in.

Big Week

BIG WEEK: Psyched! Fest, Other Minds, Sex Pistols, High on Fire, Electric Fields…

Marke B. - October 9, 2026

Final Girl, Unseen Visions, Oklava Cafe, Derya Yildirim, Assimilation, Never After Dark, more to do!

Food & Drink

Good Taste: Firenectar is a chef’s secret weapon

Tamara Palmer - October 8, 2026

A flavor-bombed pie with Tony’s Pizza highlights Emari Stevens’ new hot honey.

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Welcome to Best of the Bay 2026!

Marke B. - October 8, 2026

Thousands of you voted in dozens of categories, now it's time to see who won our 52nd annual Readers' Poll

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Best of the Bay 2026: City Living Winners

Marke B. - October 8, 2026

Best Street Fair, Best Night Market, Best Tattoo Parlor, Best Yoga Studio, Best Gym, Best Hotel, more

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Best of the Bay 2026: Food & Drink Winners

Marke B. - October 8, 2026

Best Burrito, Best Dive Bar, Best Best Pizza, Best Brunch, Best Date Restaurant, Best Sports Bar, more

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Best of the Bay 2026: Arts & Nightlife Winners

Marke B. - October 8, 2026

Best Cinema, Best Live Music Venue, Best Drag Show, Best Strip Club, Best Karaoke, Best Comedy Club, more

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Best of the Bay 2026: Shopping Winners

Marke B. - October 8, 2026

Best Bookstore, Best Bike Shop, Best Cannabis Dispensary, Best Flea Market, Best Thrift Store, Best Shoe Store, more

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Arts + Culture

Photos: Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering commemorated Alcatraz reclamation

Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Creative Collective

Under the Stars: Telemakus blazes back on the future jazz path

Screen Grabs: Green and UN film fests land at a raw moment for humanity

Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Tarpey-Schwed LGBT Families Children’s Book Collection

60 years of formidable bailaores: Theatre Flamenco’s milestone flourish

At Sui Generis, 20 years of fierce looks and immigrant vision

Come to our big Triple Gala and save local journalism (the fun way)!

Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Golden State Valkyries

Best of the Bay 2026 Editors’ Pick: Far Out Gallery

In ‘Character Development,’ personae made of monsters, makeup, and dark magic

Imperial Teen: ‘We refuse not to be hot’

BIG WEEK: Psyched! Fest, Other Minds, Sex Pistols, High on Fire, Electric Fields…

Good Taste: Firenectar is a chef’s secret weapon

Welcome to Best of the Bay 2026!

Best of the Bay 2026: City Living Winners

Best of the Bay 2026: Food & Drink Winners

Best of the Bay 2026: Arts & Nightlife Winners

Best of the Bay 2026: Shopping Winners

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