March 31, 2016
On the Tab :: March 31 - April 7
READ TIME: 11 MIN.
We've got plenty of fun nightlife including events on Friday, April 1; no foolin'!
Thursday, March 31
Bulge @ Powerhouse
Grace Towers hosts the fun sexy night. $100 cash prize for best bulge. $5-$10 benefits Groundswell Institute, the queer retreat camp. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Literary Speakeasy @ Martuni's
The popular new monthly literary series, hosted by James J. Siegel, this time features writers Kwan Booth, Ocean Capewell, Lewis DeSimone, Jose Luis Gutierrez, and musical guest Dawn Oberg on piano. No cover or drink minimum. 7pm. 4 Valencia St.
Mary Go Round @ Lookout
Mercedez Munro and Holotta Tymes' weekly drag show. $5. 10:30pm show. DJ Philip Grasso. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
Nightlife @ California Academy of Sciences
Themed event nights at the fascinating nature museum, with DJed dancing, cocktails, fish, frogs, food and fun. $10-$12. 6pm-10pm, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. 379-8000. www.calacademy.org
Rock Fag @ Hole in the Wall
Enjoy hard rock and punk music from DJ Don Baird at the wonderfully divey SoMa bar. 7pm-2am. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com
Three's Company Live @ Oasis
The wacky sitcom about '70s roommates gets the local drag parody treatment, with Heklina, D'Arcy Drollinger, Matthew Martin, Adam Roy, Sara Moore and Laurie Bushman. $25, $25 and $225 VIP tables. Thu-Sat 7pm. Thru April 1. 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
Thursday Night Live @ SF Eagle
Music night with local and touring bands. $8. 9:30pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com
Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com
Friday, April 1
Ain't Mama's Drag @ Balancoire
Weekly drag queen and drag king show hosted by Cruzin d'Loo. Mar. 25 features Donna Personna and many other acts. 8pm-10pm. No cover. 2565 Mission St. www.balancoiresf.com
Boy Bar @ The Cafe
Gus Presents' weekly dance night, with DJ Kid Sysko, cute gogos and $2 beer (before 10pm). 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Comedy Noir @ Balancoire
Valerie Branch's weekly comedy night, where she embodies her faux queen character Pia Messing for some offbeat wit, along with guest performers. $5. 8pm-10pm. 2565 Mission St. www.balancoiresf.com
Fauxgirls @ Infusion Lounge
The classic drag show moves to first Friday nights, with Victoria Secret, Alexandria, Chanel, Mini Minerva, Kipper, Ruby LeBrowne and Lulu Ramirez; optional dinner at 6pm, show 8pm. No cover. Reservations suggested. 124 Ellis St. at Powell. 421-8700. www.fauxgirls.com www.infusionlounge-sf.com
Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum
The family-friendly night events returns, with exhibit tours, dancing, food, drinks, and live music. $7-$15. 5pm-9pm. 1000 Oak St. www.museumca.org
Gogo Fridays @ Toad Hall
Hot dancers grind it on the bar at the Castro bar, with a dance floor and patio. 4146 18th St. www.toadhallbar.com
Happy Friday @ Midnight Sun
The popular video bar ends each work week with gogo guys (starting at 9pm) and drink specials. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Hard Fridays @ Qbar
DH Haute Toddy's weekly electro-pop night with hotty gogos. $3. 9pm-2am (happy hour 4pm-9pm). 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Ladies of San Francisco @ Club OMG
Galilea hosts the weekly "old school drag show" with guest performers and DJ Jack Rojo. $4. 9pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubOMGsf.com
Latin Explosion @ Club 21, Oakland
Enjoy Latin, hip hop and electro, plus hot gogos galore, and a big dance floor. $10-$20. 9pm-3am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. www.club21oakland.com
Manimal @ Beaux
Gogo-tastic dance night starts off your weekend. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Midnight Show @ Divas
Weekly drag shows at the last transgender-friendly bar in the Polk; with hosts Victoria Secret, Alexis Miranda and several performers. Also Saturdays. $10. 11pm. 1081 Polk St. www.divassf.com
Pacific Mambo Orchestra @ Yoshi's Oakland
Grammy-winning band performs vibrant Latin music. $24. 8pm & 10pm. 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. (510) 238-9200. www.yoshis.com
Pansy Division @ 924 Gilman, SF Eagle
The veteran pop-punk gay band returns with music from their new album. April 1, 924 Gilman St., Berkeley (with Love Songs, Kepi Ghoulie and Laguna Screech). April 2 at the SF Eagle, 398 12th St. (Also April 3 at the LA Eagle). www.pansydivision.com
Polyglamorous @ Oasis
CarrieOnDisco guest-spins with the Poly crew. $7-$10. 9pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Red Hots Burlesque @ Beatbox
The saucy women's burlesque show hosted by Dottie Lux. $10. 7pm-10pm. 314 11th St. www.beatboxsf.com
Rita Wilson @ Feinstein's at the Nikko
The actress-singer (Girls, The Good Wife, Sleepless in Seattle) performs songs from her second album, and popular favorites. $55-$75. ($20 food/drink min.) Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. (866) 663-1063. www.ritawilson.com www.hotelnikkosf.com/feinsteins www.ticketweb.com
Some Thing @ The Stud
Mica Sigourney and pals' weekly offbeat drag performance night. $7. 10pm-3am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com
SWMRS @ Thee Parkside
The Oakland-based teen beach punk-pop band performs; with The Frights and Pity Party. $13. 9pm. 1600 17th St. 252-1330. www.swmrs.band www.theeparkside.com
Saturday, April 2
La Bota Loca @ Club 21, Oakland
Latin, hip hop and Electro music night. $5-$25. 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. www.club21oakland.com
Candy Kingdom @ Mighty
Glamcocks' super-gay Burner-style costume dance night gets sweet. $12-$22. 10pm-3am. 119 Utah St. www.twitter.com/glamcocks www.mighty119.com
Club Rimshot @ Club BNB, Oakland
The weekly hip hop and R&B night. 8-$15. 9pm to 4am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com
Go Bang! @ The Stud
Enjoy disco groovy classics and new mixes with DJs Steve Fabus, Sergio Fedasz, Prince Wolf and guests Imfromull and vogue act SirJoQ Whitfield. $10 (free before 10pm). 9pm-3am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com
Eileen Zamora @ Hotel Rex
The veteran cabaret singer performs Broadway classics, Big Band hits and jazz standards. $35-$50. Cocktails and small plates available. 8pm. 562 Sutter St. www.societycabaret.com
Fou Fou Ha! @ Oasis
The splashy fun circus Vaudeville dance and music ensemble performs their new show, Whoa, Man! $20. 7pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Hard French @ El Rio
The Honey Soundsystem crew guest-DJs the fun soul-funk patio party, along with Carnita and Brown Amy; free BBQ while it lasts. $8. 2pm-8pm. 3158 Mission St. www.hardfrench.com www.elriosf.com
Mack Avenue Superband @ Yoshi's Oakland
Soulful jazz band performs live. $24. 7:30pm & 9:30pm. April 3, 7pm & 9pm. 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. (510) 238-9200. www.yoshis.com
Mother @ Oasis
Heklina's weekly drag show night with different themes, always outrageously hilarious. April 2: guest performer Ginger Minj. $15. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Nitty Gritty @ Beaux
Weekly dance night with nearly naked gogo guys & gals; DJs Chad Bays, Ms. Jackson, Becky Know and Jorge T. $4. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Powerblouse @ The Powerhouse
Juanita More!, Glamamore and crew give a drag makeover to a selected man, this time Govinda. Guy Ruben spins groovy grooves; proceeds go to AIDS Housing Alliance. $5-$10. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Saturgay @ Qbar
Stanley Frank spins house dance remixes at the intimate Castro dance bar. $3. 9pm-2am (weekly beer bust 2pm-9pm). 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Sex, Drags & Rock n Roll @ Midnight Sun
Mutha Chucka's hilarious rockin' drag night at the Castro bar, with Dulce de Leche, Kelly Rose, a gay wedding theme and more. 4pm. 4067 18th St. www.midnightsunsf.com www.MuthaChucka.com
Songhoy Blues @ Slim's
The Mali-based African pop & traditional ensemble makes a rare Bay Area appearance. $21 ($46 with dinner). 9pm. 333 11th St. www.slimspresents.com
Soul Delicious @ Lookout
Brunch, booze, sass and grooves, with the Mom DJs, Motown sounds, and soul food. 11am-4pm. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
Soul Party @ Elbo Room
DJs Lucky, Paul, and Phengren Osward spin 60s soul 45s. $5-$10 ($5 off in semi-formal attire). 10pm-2am. 647 Valencia St. 552-7788. www.elbo.com
Sugar @ The Cafe
Dance, drink, cruise at the Castro club. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Sunday, April 3
Beer Bust @ SF Eagle
The classic leather bar's most popular Sunday daytime event in town draws the menfolk. Beer bust donations benefit local nonprofits (Check the website for a list of recipients). 3pm-6pm. Now also on Saturdays. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com
Big Top @ Beaux
The fun Castro nightclub, with hot local DJs and sexy gogo guys and gals. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.Beauxsf.com
Domingo De Escandal @ Club OMG
Weekly Latin night with drag shows hosted by Vicky Jimenez and DJ Luis. 7pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Femme, Xtravaganza @ Balancoire
Weekly live music shows with various acts, along with brunch, mimosas, champagne and more, at the stylish nightclub and restaurant; shows at 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 2:45pm. After that, T-Dance drag shows at 7pm, 10pm and 11pm. 2565 Mission St. at 21st. 920-0577. www.balancoiresf.com
GlamaZone @ The Cafe
Pollo del Mar's weekly drag show takes on different themes with a comic edge. 8:30-11:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Jock @ The Lookout
Enjoy the weekly jock-ular fun, with DJed dance music at sports team fundraisers. 12pm-1am. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com
Peter Murphy @ Swedish American Hall
The Bauhaus cofounder performs acoustic solo and classic tunes. $45. 8pm. 2174 Market St. www.swedishamericanhall.com
Sunday's a Drag @ Starlight Room
Donna Sachet hosts the weekly fabulous brunch and drag show, now celebrating its tenth anniversary. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 395-8595. www.starlightroomsf.com
Sunday Brunch @ Thee Parkside
Bottomless mimosas til 3pm at the fun punk club. 1600 17th St. 252-1330. www.theeparkside.com
Sundance Saloon @ Space 550
Weekly two-stepping and line-dancing fun, with lessons and DJed music (not just country). $5. 6:30-10:30pm. Also Thursdays. 550 Barneveld Ave. www.sundancesaloon.org
Tiki Night @ Blackbird
The popular bar with a tasty unique drink menu hosts its second Hawaiian-themed night, with special drinks, guest bartender, DJ, and Tiki mug giveaways for best Hawaiian shirt. 8pm-close. 2124 Market St. www.blackbirdbar.com
Monday, April 4
Drag Mondays @ The Cafe
Mahlae Balenciaga and DJ Kidd Sysko's weekly drag and dance night, with 9pm RuPaul's Drag Race viewings. 9pm-1am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Epic Karaoke @ White Horse, Oakland
Mondays and Tuesdays popular weekly sing-along night. No cover. 8:30pm-1am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com
Gaymer Meetup @ Brewcade
The weekly LGBT video game enthusiast night includes big-screen games and signature beers, with a new remodeled layout, including an outdoor patio. No cover. 7pm-11pm. 2200 Market St. www.brewcadesf.com
Hysteria @ Martuni's
Irene Tu and Jessica Sele cohost the comedy open mic night for women and queers. No cover. 6pm-8:30pm. 4 Valencia St.
Karaoke Night @ SF Eagle
Sing along, with guest host Nick Radford. 8pm-12am. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com
Mahogany Mondays @ Midnight Sun
Honey Mahogany's weekly drag and musical talent show starts around 10pm, with 9pm RuPaul's Drag Race viewings. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Monday Musicals @ The Edge
Sing along at the popular musical theatre night; also Wednesdays. 7pm-2am. 2 for 1 cocktail, 5pm-closing. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com
No No Bingo @ Virgil's Sea Room
Mica Sigourney and Tom Temprano cohost the wacky weekly game night at the cool Mission bar. 8pm. 3152 Mission St. www.virgilssf.com
Opulence @ Beaux
Weekly dance night, with Jocques, DJs Tori, Twistmix and Andre. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Piano Bar 101 @ Martuni's
Sing-along night with talented locals, and charming accompanist Joe Wicht (aka Trauma Flintstone). 9pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com
Underwear Night @ 440
Strip down to your skivvies at the popular men's night. 9pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com
Tuesday, April 5
Block Party @ Midnight Sun
Weekly screenings of music videos, concert footage, interviews and more, of popular pop stars. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Cock Shot @ Beaux
Shot specials and adult Bingo games, with DJs Chad Bays and Riley Patrick, at the new weekly night. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Gaymer Night @ Eagle
Gay gaming fun on the bar's big screen TVs. Have a nerdgasm and a beer with your pals. 8pm. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com
Hella Saucy @ Q Bar
Queer dance party at the stylish intimate bar. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
High Fantasy @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Weekly drag and variety show, with live acts and lip-synching divas, plus DJed grooves. $5. Shows at 10:30pm & 12am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com
Meow Mix @ The Stud
The weekly themed variety cabaret showcases new and unusual talents; MC Ferosha Titties. $3-$7. Show at 11pm. 9pm-2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com
Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre
Strip down as the strippers also take it all off. $20. 9pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com
Retro Night @ 440 Castro
Jim Hopkins plays classic pop oldies, with vintage music videos. 9pm-2am. 44 Castro St. www.the440.com
Ronn Vigh's Gay Bash @ Punch Line
The local gay comic hosts a new monthly LGBT and gay-friendly comedy night; first Tuesdays. This month, Chantal Carrere, Casey Ley, Marcella Arguello and Pippi Lovestocking. $16.50. 8pm. 444 Battery St. 397-7573. www.PunchLineComedyClub.com
Tinashe @ The Warfield
The R&B-pop singer performs music from her second album, Joyride . $28-$40. 8pm. 982 Market St. www.facebook.com/OfficialTinashe www.thewarfieldtheatre.com
Trivia Night @ Hi Tops
Play the trivia game at the popular new sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com
Una Noche @ Club BnB, Oakland
Vicky Jimenez' drag show and contest; Latin music all night. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com
Underwear Night @ Club OMG
Weekly underwear night includes free clothes check, and drink specials. $4. 10pm-2am. Preceded by Open Mic Comedy, 7pm, no cover. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Wednesday, April 6
Bedlam @ Beaux
New weekly event with DJs Haute Toddy, Guy Ruben, Mercedez Munro and Abominatrix. Wet T-shirt/jock contest at 11pm. $5-$10. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Bone @ Powerhouse
New weekly punk-alternative music night hosted by Uel Renteria and Johnny Rockitt. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Bottoms Up Bingo @ Hi Tops
Play board games and win offbeat prizes at the popular sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com
B.P.M. @ Club BnB, Oakland
Olga T and Shugga Shay's weekly queer women and men's R&B hip hop and soul night, at the club's new location. No cover. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway, Oakland. www.bench-and-bar.com
Floor 21 @ Starlight Room
Juanita More! presents a new weekly scenic happy hour event, with host Rudy Valdez, DJs Vin Sol and Rolo. No cover, and a fantastic panoramic city view. Sir Francis Drake Hotel, 450 Powell St. www.starlightroomsf.com
Latin Drag Night @ Club OMG
Weekly Latin night with drag shows hosted by Vicky Jimenez. 9pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Man Francisco @ Oasis
The sexy, funny weekly male burlesque show returns; choreographed by Christopher James Dunn; Mr Pam MCs. $20. 2 Two-drink min. 9:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Miss Hope Springs @ Oasis
The statuesque British drag cabaret sensation performs her show of original music. $25. 7pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com
Miss Kitty's Trivia Night @ Wild Side West
The weekly fun night at the Bernal Heights bar includes prizes, hosted by Kitty Tapata. No cover. 7pm-10pm. 424 Cortland St. 647-3099. www.wildsidewest.com
Open Mic/Comedy @ SF Eagle
Kollin Holts hosts the weekly comedy and open mic talent night. 6pm-8pm. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com
Pussy Party @ Beaux
Ladies night at the Castro dance club. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Rookies Night @ Nob Hill Theatre
Watch and vote as newbie strippers compete for $350 in cash prizes. $20. Show 9pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com
So You Think You Can Gogo? @ Toad Hall
The weekly dancing competition for gogo wannabes. 9pm. cash prizes, $2 well drinks (2 for 1 happy hour til 9pm). Show at 9pm. 4146 18th St. www.toadhallbar.com
Spring Gala @ Exploratorium
Playful celebratory fundraiser at the interactive science museum, with open bars, food, desserts, music, dancing and more; creative cocktail attire, please. $75-$100. 8:30-11:30pm. Pier 15 at Embarcadero. www.exploratorium.edu
Way Back @ Midnight Sun
Weekly screenings of vintage music videos, and retro drink prices. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com
Wooden Nickel Wednesday @ 440
Buy a drink and get a wooden nickle good for another. 12pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com
Thursday, April 7
Besties Party @ Oasis
The Bay Area Reporter celebrates its 45th anniversary, and the winners of the sixth annual Bestie Readers Choice Awards, with guest-host Shawn Ryan, Heklina, D'Arcy Drollinger, performances by Veronica Klaus, Connie Champange, Jason Brock and Kingdom. No cover; hosted bar and food 6pm-7pm, show 8pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. www.ebar.com/besties2016
Bulge @ Powerhouse
Grace Towers hosts the racy night with a $100 wet undies bulge contest at midnight. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com
Gym Class @ Hi Tops
Enjoy whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com
Kingdom of Sodom @ Nob Hill Theatre
The highly interactive sexy stripper party returns for more debauchery. $20, with cash bar. 8pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com
The Monster Show @ The Edge
The weekly drag show with themed nights, gogo guys and hilarious fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com
My So-Called Night @ Beaux
Carnie Asada hosts a new weekly '90s-themed video, dancin', drinkin' night, with VJs Jorge Terez. Get down with your funky bunch, and enjoy 90-cent drinks. '90s-themed attire and costume contest. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com
Nap's Karaoke @ Virgil's Sea Room
Sing out loud at the weekly least judgmental karaoke in town, hosted by the former owner of the bar. No cover. 9pm. 3152 Mission St. 829-2233. www.virgilssf.com
Picante @ The Cafe
Lulu and DJ Marco's Latin night with sexy gogo guys. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com
Queer Karaoke @ Club OMG
Dana hosts the weekly singing night; unleash your inner American Idol. 8pm. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com
Skate Night @ Church on 8 Wheels
Groove on wheels at the former Sacred Heart Church-turned disco roller skate party space, hosted by John D. Miles, the "Godfather of Skate." Also Wed, Thu, 7pm-10pm. Sat afternoon sessions 1pm-2:30pm and 3pm-5:30pm. $10. Kids 12 and under $5. Skate rentals $5. 554 Fillmore St at Fell. www.churchof8wheels.com
Throwback Thursdays @ Qbar
Enjoy retro 80s soul, dance and pop classics with DJ Jorge Terez. No cover. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com
Thump @ White Horse, Oakland
Weekly electro music night with DJ Matthew Baker and guests. 9pm-2am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com
Thursday Night Live @ SF Eagle
Music night with local and touring bands. 8. 9:30pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com
Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night; 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com
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