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Entertainment

San Francisco's Night Life is exciting and fun, with many options for going out on the town:

- Biscuits & Blues
- Crash Night Club
- Impala
- Pink Night Club
- Suite 181
- Three Babes and a Bus

Theater

San Francisco offers a wide variety of Theater experiences. Use one of quick links here, or look down below for more information

- Beach Blanket Babylon
- Best of Broadway
- ACT
- IL Teatro
- ACT at Zeum
- S. F. Shakespeare Festival
- Teatro Zinzanni
- Orpheum Theatre
- Burn The Floor

Music

The Music Scene in San Francisco has a wide variety of genres and venue's to experience great music.

- Biscuits & Blues
- SF Blues Festival
- SF Symphony
- SF Opera
- SF Performances
- Audium
- Old First Concerts
- Noe Valley Chamber Music
- SF Jazz Festival

Art

San Francisco offers a wealth of Museums and Exhibitions renound the world over.

The 74X CultureBus is an entirely new bus route providing easy service from downtown SF to Golden Gate Park.

The bus stops near various cultural institutions including: the Asian Art Museum, the Contemporary Jewish Museum, the de Young Museum, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Yerba Buena Neighborhood, and the California Academy of Sciences.

The $7 fare is valid all day and additional information is at www.SFCultureBus.org

- Palace of Legion of Honor
- MOMA
- Asian Art Museum
- De Young
- Academy of Sciences
- Exploratorium
- Buena Center for the Arts

Sports

San Francisco offers you many opportunities to spectate at world class venues.

- S.F. Giants Baseball
- 49ers Football
- Warriors Basketball

Recommended Downtown Restaurants

San Francisco is home to some of the finest restaurants in the world, here is a list of just a few...

- farmerbrown
- Colibri Mexican Bistro
- Max's on the Square - Geary St.
- Daily Grill - Geary St.
- Farallon
- Aqua
- Anjou
- Fifth Floor
- Masa's
- Postrio
- TWO

Shopping In and Around Union Square

Just a few steps away is Union Square, known the world over for the premiere shopping you can do here. Here is a list of just a few of the shops.

- Neiman-Marcus
- Cartier
- Saks Fifth Avenue
- Tiffany and Company
- Gucci

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Year Round
Free Museum Days
Many San Francisco museums have a day of free admission at the beginning of every month. Participating museums include the Asian Art Museum, the Legion of Honor Museum, Museum of Modern Art, Yerba Buena Center, Academy of Sciences, and Exploratorium.

12/19/2009 - 06/06/2010
75 Years of Looking Forward: The Anniversary Show
Celebrating the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)'s impact on modern and contemporary art, this anniversary exhibition traces the art and individuals that have made SFMOMA the institution it is today. (sfmoma.org)

01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010
2010 International Wedding Festival
A sigh of relief can be heard from brides and party hostesses throughout the Bay Area as California Bridal Events announces the arrival of the International Wedding Festival in San Francisco! (westinstfrancis.com)

01/10/2010 - 02/04/2010
Chefs' Holidays
These culinary adventures provide a showcase for the range of styles, personalities and trends that characterize the American cuisine scene (yosemitepark.com)

01/16/2010 - 06/06/2010
75 Years of Looking Forward
In conjunction with the museum's 75th anniversary, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) will present multiple exhibitions. (sfmoma.org)

01/22/2010 - 02/28/2010
Pride Season 2010: Doubt, A Parable
In this 2005 Pulitzer Prize and Tony winner, Sister Aloysius, principal of a Catholic school in the Bronx in 1964, takes matters into her own hands when she suspects the young Father Flynn of improper relations with one of the male students. (nctcsf.org)

02/02/2010
Sara Lukinson
Once an artist has been chosen for a Kennedy Center Honors, Sara Lukinson calls and says can I come over? Sara shows the films and shares the stories that help bring an Honoree to life. (jccsf.org)

02/04/2010 - 02/18/2010
San Francisco Independent Film Festival
The 12th annual film festival screens the best of independent films and videos from the Bay Area and beyond. (sfindie.com)

02/05/2010 - 02/07/2010
San Francisco Arts of Pacific Asia Show
This exhibit will display all periods of exceptional Asian art and artifacts of the People of the Pacific and Mainland Asian Region. (fortmason.org)

02/06/2010
Dionne Warwick
Winner of five Grammy Awards, she has had 68 Billboard chart hit records; has placed 44 records in the Billboard Top Ten and has had nine records achieve the coveted Billboard #1 chart position. (thecastrotheatre.com)

02/09/2010 - 02/13/2010
Macworld 2010
Macworld offers access to hundreds of Mac products and services, paired with expert advice, demonstrations and instruction. (moscone.com)

02/10/2010 - 02/15/2010
Tulipmania 2010
PIER 39 presents its popular Tulipmania showcasing thousands of tulips throughout both levels of the pier. (pier39.com)

02/12/2010 - 02/14/2010
San Francisco Tribal, Folk and Textiles Arts Show
More than 100 folk and ethnic art dealers exhibiting pre-1940 tribal arts, pottery, textiles and jewelry from around the world. (fortmason.org)

02/13/2010
Billy Joel and Elton John
The rumors are true. Beginning in March, Billy Joel and Elton John, will reunite for their Face 2 Face tour and continue the most successful and longest-running concert pairing in pop history. (anotherplanetent.com)

02/13/2010 - 02/14/2010
Valentines Day
Celebrate your love at one of the most romantic places in the world! The Napa Valley Wine Train is a haven for lovers and Valentine's Day is a special treat on board. (winetrain.com)

02/15/2010
Chinese New Year Festival
Gung hay fat choy! Welcome the Year of the Tiger by joining the Bay Area Discovery Museum for their annual celebration of Chinese New Year. (badm.org)

02/16/2010
Billy Joel and Elton John
The rumors are true. Beginning in March, Billy Joel and Elton John, will reunite for their Face 2 Face tour and continue the most successful and longest-running concert pairing in pop history. (anotherplanetent.com)

02/17/2010
Cellar360: Wine Down Wednesday Featuring Hearty Winter Reds 2010
Come to Cellar360 as they explore several regions and varietals of red wines that will pair wonderfully with your winter vegetables and game, as well as keep you warm on the chilly evenings. (cellar360.com)

02/18/2010 - 03/14/2010
Bay One-Acts Festival (BOA)
This showcase for new playwrights usually features a dozen new and exciting works by Bay Area writers. (eurekatheatre.org)

02/19/2010 - 02/28/2010
6th Annual Black Choreographers Festival
Celebrating African and African American dance and culture with two weekends of dynamic performances, the Black Choreographers Festival features award-winning Bay Area choreographers and companies. (bcfhereandnow.com)

02/20/2010
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Public Tasting
The SFCWC Public Tasting provides a wide array of delectable varietals and victuals, to be enjoyed among sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin County and the San Francisco Bay. (fortmason.org)

02/20/2010
Clam Chowder Cook-Off
Come see wacky chefs compete for the title of best clam chowder and vote on favorites at this annual fundraiser for Santa Cruz City Parks and Recreation! (beachboardwalk.com)

02/21/2010
2nd Annual WORDUP Wine Tasting
The Word Up (Winemakers of the Richmond District, Upper Panhandle and Presidio) Wine Tasting is back! Join Friends of the San Francisco Public Library's Neighborhood Library Campaign to celebrate good wine in support of a great cause. (friendssfpl.org)

02/22/2010
Make My Monday
Enjoy live art and music, waterfront views and drink specials. Support the Bay Area's local art community (fortmason.org)

02/23/2010 - 02/28/2010
Noise Pop 2010
San Francisco's premier independent music, film and art festival is a full-scale cultural happening which also includes gallery art shows, a music-themed film festival, an indie-designer trunk sale and educational panels. (noisepopindustries.com)

02/24/2010
Cellar360: Wine Down Wednesday featuring Napa vs. Sonoma
Come to Cellar360 as they showcase wines from these regions in a guided tasting and then compare, contrast, and debate! (cellar360.com)

02/26/2010
Pacific Orchid Exposition
The 58th annual edition of the San Francisco Orchid Society's show dazzles with 150,000 flowers including hundreds of award winners selected by the American Orchid Society. (orchidsanfrancisco.org)

02/27/2010
Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade
Named one of the top ten Parades in the world by the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA), the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco is one of the few remaining night illuminated Parades in the country. (chineseparade.com)

03/01/2010
Cellar360: Take a Stab at Cab
The number one thing you need to have in stock this season is a rounded sampling of Cabernet Sauvignon. (cellar360.com)

03/03/2010
Allen Toussaint
Allen Toussaint is one of America's greatest musical treasures. Singer, pianist, songwriter, arranger and producer the New Orleans native has been making hit records for over forty years. (gamh.com)

03/04/2010 - 04/03/2010
14th Annual Youth Speaks Teen Poetry Slam
Youth Speaks, one of the leaders in Spoken Word performances, works with 45,000 teens annually and is a presenter of local and national youth poetry slams, festivals, reading series and more. (youthspeaks.org)

03/05/2010 - 03/28/2010
Vintner Series: March
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay will partner with several distinguished California vintners and wineries between December 2009 and March 2010, as its ongoing Vintner Series offers guests premium wines to taste while visiting Half Moon Bay. (ritzcarlton.com)

03/06/2010 - 03/07/2010
The Great San Francisco Crystal Fair
The Crystal Fair is a magical mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and the healing arts. More than 40 vendors from around the country as well as places like Nepal, Bali, Afghanistan and China, provide thousands of items available at affordable prices. (crystalfair.com)

03/07/2010
Academy of Friends Academy Awards Gala
A gala celebration benefiting Bay Area AIDS/HIV organizations. (academyoffriends.org)

03/08/2010
Cellar360: Women Winemakers Wine Class
Come to Cellar360 as they showcase wines in our cellar made by female winemakers. (cellar360.com)

03/11/2010 - 03/21/2010
28th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival
The 28th San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival is the biggest event in North America dedicated to the exhibition of Asian American and Asian cinema. (asianamericanmedia.org)

03/12/2010
Vintners Lunch
Spend an afternoon with your favorite local winemaker. (winetrain.com)

03/13/2010
Family Date Night
Parents are treated to a quiet, uninterrupted gourmet dining experience in lavishly restored 1915-1917 Pullman Dining and Lounge Cars. Children are entertained by professional day care providers in another rail car on the train with games, movies, and their own special meal complete with sundaes! (winetrain.com)

03/13/2010
St. Patrick's Day Parade
One of San Francisco's largest annual parades and one of the longest-running parades in the U.S. is celebrated with live music, dance, beverages and traditional Irish cuisine. (sfstpatricksdayparade.com)

03/14/2010
22nd Annual Pi Day Celebration
Welcome to 22nd annual Pi Day, founded at the Exploratorium by their own Prince of Pi, Larry Shaw. (exploratorium.edu)

03/15/2010
United States Naval Academy Men's Glee Club
The United States Naval Academy Men's Glee Club, is the most active of the Naval Academy's musical organizations and has achieved national prominence as one of America's premier men's choral ensembles. (gracecathedral.org)


ART MUSEUMS
Asian Art Museum
The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco is one of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art.
(www.asianart.org)

Yerba Buena Center
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts is the Bay Area's premier venue for adventurous art.
(www.ybca.org)

Legion of Honor Museum
The Legion of Honor displays an impressive collection of 4,000 years of ancient and European art in an unforgettable setting overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge.
(www.famsf.org/legion/index.asp)

SF Modern Museum of Art
Located in a spectacular new building by Mario Botta, SFMOMA offers the West Coast's most comprehensive collection of 20th century art. (www.sfmoma.org)

Academy of Sciences
Explore the natural world within the halls of the California Academy of Sciences.
(www.calacademy.org)


THEATERS
Beach Blanket Babylon
Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon is the longest running, hit musical revue in theatre history. The show premiered in 1974.
(www.beachblanketbabylon.com)

Best of Broadway
Watch touring acts from Broadway fame at one of these downtown theaters: the Golden Gate, Curran or Orpheum.
(www.bestofbroadway-sf.com)

American Conservatory Theater
A.C.T. is nationally recognized for its groundbreaking productions of classical works and bold explorations of contemporary playwriting.
(www.act-sfbay.org)

SF Shakespeare Festival
SF Shakespeare Festival is a regional theater company and major arts education provider that organizes Free Shakespeare in the Park.
(www.sfshakes.org)

SPORTS
San Francisco 49ers (Football)
Catch all the excitement of the NFL as the 49ers take on their NFC West rivals and more.
(www.sf49ers.com)

San Francisco Giants (Baseball)
Catch a major league baseball game at spectacular SBC Park. Watch as Barry Bonds and the Giants pursue a National League West title.
(www.sfgiants.com)

Oakland Athletics (Baseball)
Catch a major league baseball game at the Oakland Coliseum -- just a BART ride away -- and watch as Eric Chavez and the A's pursue an American League West title.
(www.oaklandathletics.com)

Golden State Warriors (Basketball)
Take a BART ride to Oakland and watch a young and exciting team compete in the NBA. With the addition of Baron Davis, the future looks bright for the Warriors.
(www.nba.com/warriors)


DINING

Farallon
(www.farallonrestaurant.com)

Aqua
(www.aqua-sf.com)

Anjou
(www.anjou-sf.com)

Fifth Floor
(www.hotelpalomar.com)

Masa's
(www.masas.citysearch.com)

Postrio
(www.postrio.com)

Hawthorne Lane
(www.hawthornelane.com)


SHOPPING

Neiman-Marcus
(www.neimanmarcus.com)

Cartier
(www.cartier.com)

Saks Fifth Avenue
(www.saksfifthavenue.com)

Tiffany and Co.
(www.tiffany.com)

Gucci
(www.gucci.com)

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