# Literary-art Events | List Of All Upcoming Literary-art Events In San Francisco

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming literary-art events in San Francisco, find information & tickets for upcoming literary-art events happening in San Francisco.
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Explore all upcoming literary-art events in San Francisco, find information & tickets for upcoming literary-art events happening in San Francisco.

## Events in San Francisco

- **Event Name**: Amy Tan in conversation with George McCalman
  - **Description**: Arion Press is proud to present award-winning author Amy Tan as the first Kirkpatrick Speaker of 2026.About this EventWhat stories shape the writers who shape us?Please join us for a special evening at Arion Press
  - **Date**: Tue May 26 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue May 26 2026 at 08:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/amy-tan-in-conversation-with-george-mccalman/100001987709174649
  - **Venue**: Bayfront Theater
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  - **Price**: USD 23
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Entertainment, Music, Concerts, Exhibitions, Theatre, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: When We Exhale: Black Women Writers on Rest, Grief & Intimacy
  - **Description**: KALW's Sights & Sounds welcomes the authors behind the new anthology “When We Exhale” for a night of poetry, fellowship, and connection.About this EventBe in community with us as we celebrate the release of the book “
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  - **Date**: Thu May 28 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 28 2026 at 08:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/when-we-exhale-black-women-writers-on-rest-grief-and-intimacy/100001988528445109
  - **Venue**: 220 Montgomery St
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 66
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, nonprofit, workshops, fine-arts, performances, sports, health-wellness, theatre, entertainment, storytelling, mental-health
- **Event Name**: LitLounge: In Defense of the Short Story
  - **Description**: with Lori Ostlund, Anita Felicelli, Joan Frank, & Kar Johnson.About this EventLit Lounge is a new series celebrating the joy of analog connection—reading together, discovering new voices, and sharing a drink with fell
  - **Date**: Thu May 28 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 28 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/litlounge-in-defense-of-the-short-story/100001986936454422
  - **Venue**: Mechanics' Institute
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 13
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, contests, performances, exhibitions, it, theatre, entertainment, charities, parades
- **Event Name**: Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can't Forget
  - **Description**: An ambitious memoir in essays by beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande that illuminates the hidden cost of the American DreamAbout this EventCo-presented with KALWReyna Grande
  - **Date**: Tue Jun 30 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Jun 30 2026 at 08:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/migrant-heart-essays-about-things-i-cant-forget/100001986347342372
  - **Venue**: KALW Public Media
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOTdlNmQzOWUwZTcwYTIxZDk0ZWVmNWVmNTc2OThhYWJlYWY3MGY3NDUwNmM3NTQ2OTAzY2VmYjI0NTMxNjQzYi1yaW1nLXc5ODEtaDU1NS1kYzQzNjliMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzU0NTQ0MDQ.avif
  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: A Conversation with Rita Bullwinkel
  - **Description**: American writer Rita Bullwinkel (“Headshot”, “Belly up”) shares her experiences living in Germany at the Goethe-Institut San Franciso.About this EventA Conversation with Rita Bullwinkel
  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/a-conversation-with-rita-bullwinkel/100001988526515337
  - **Venue**: Goethe-Institut San Francisco
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xYmM1YjRlOTEzZDVlMWM1ZDI3NjQxZGQxY2UzNWQzMDg1NjYwMTNkZjJiZGM4ZDIxY2FhMDZkNzczM2MwN2RkLXJpbWctdzQ1Mi1oNDUwLWRjMmYyZjJmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3Nzg3NDQyMA.avif
  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops
- **Event Name**: On Black Buddhism and Radical Thought (In Person)
  - **Description**: A Conversation with Dr. Rima Vesely-FladAbout this EventInterested in becoming a CIIS student? Secure your complimentary ticket today.This is an in-person conversation event with audience Q&A. R
  - **Date**: Thu Jun 04 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Jun 04 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/on-black-buddhism-and-radical-thought-in-person/100001985411980680
  - **Venue**: California Institute of Integral Studies - Main building
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83MGMyYzYxZDBiZTY4NzMxZTY2MzE5ZmEyNThhYTQ1YWEzNmM2NzY5ZTY2MjU4ZDVmZWE4ZGU5MjE5YjU2NjYwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMy1kYzRiOGZiOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQxOTU2ODU.avif
  - **Price**: USD 11 to 32
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, virtual
- **Event Name**: San Francisco Book Launch: A Celebration of Orange
  - **Description**: A family style reading celebrating Noel Quiñones' debut poetry collection!About this EventThis reading is a family affair!Featuring Bay Area poets who supported Noel throughout their poetry journ
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/san-francisco-book-launch-a-celebration-of-orange/100001987279177516
  - **Venue**: Medicine for Nightmares
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9mNThmMDYwNmZiYjVjM2VhZGVlYjdiODIzMGMxZmY5MmVjYzE1Zjk0OTE0MzcwNWQ4OTVjODNhZjQ4OGRkOGRjLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc2MjU0NDM3.avif
  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, spoken-word, workshops, fine-arts, entertainment, nonprofit, open-mic, sports

## Trending Events in San Francisco

- **Event Name**: Golden Gate Comedy Night
  - **Description**: Looking for a true San Francisco comedy night? 🎤🌉 Golden Gate Comedy Night brings together some of the Bay Area’s funniest comedians for a fast paced, laugh packed show in an intimate comedy club setting. Hosted inside SF’s only Black owned comedy club
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a5b5f70e415.jpg
- **Event Name**: "Hayes Valley Comedy Night" at SF's Newest Comedy Club / THE FUNCTION
  - **Description**: Looking for the perfect night out in San Francisco? 🎤✨ Hayes Valley Comedy Night at The Function brings together top comedians, stylish vibes, and nonstop laughter right near the vibrant Hayes Valley district. From the moment you walk in, expect an int
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
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- **Event Name**: Crazy Funny Asians
  - **Description**: Get ready for a night full of huge laughs and good vibes at Crazy Funny Asians 🎤🔥 A fan favorite in the Bay Area comedy scene, this weekly showcase brings together some of the funniest Asian comedians for an unforgettable live comedy experience at The
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
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- **Event Name**: Rush Hour Comedy Night: SF's Best Black & Asian Comics
  - **Description**: Get ready for a comedy night packed with big laughs, sharp punchlines, and unforgettable cultural chaos at Rush Hour Comedy Night 🎤🔥 This unique showcase brings together some of the Bay Area’s funniest Black and Asian comedians for a high energy night
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6951c754e2c22.jpg
- **Event Name**: Laugh GPT: SF's First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show
  - **Description**: Ready for a comedy show unlike anything you’ve seen before? 🤖🎤 Laugh GPT is San Francisco’s first AI powered stand up comedy experience where human comedians go head to head with artificial intelligence for the ultimate battle of laughs. Hosted at The
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb678fc22a66dec.jpg
- **Event Name**: "Crazy Funny Asians" AAPI Comedy Month May 2026
  - **Description**: Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with huge laughs, great energy, and unforgettable comedy at “Crazy Funny Fridays” 🎤✨ Every Friday in May, The Function hosts a special edition of its hit comedy showcase featuring some of the Bay Area’s funniest Asian come
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f1269718bf2.jpg
- **Event Name**: San Francisco Mother’s Day Weekend Comedy Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Top mom comics highlight 3-day comedy festival at The Function with happy hour all night on Mother's Day, May 10thMother’s Day Weekend Comedy Festival 2026 at The FunctionCelebrate Mother’s Day weekend with killer comedy, top mom comics,
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
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- **Event Name**: San Francisco Jewish Week Comedy Showcase (2026)
  - **Description**: San Francisco Jewish Week at The Function! All-Star Bay Area Jewish comics, no filters, just laughs. One night only—pull up. Value Culture!Celebrate San Francisco Jewish Week with a night of comedy, culture, and connection at The Fu
  - **Venue**: The Function SF: Comedy Club & Cocktail Lounge
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69fb8d5f1dca9.jpg
- **Event Name**: Mother's Day Boat Party | SF 2026
  - **Description**: Celebrate Mom with a scenic boat party in SF, good vibes, music, and stunning views on the water!About this EventVive el Día de las Madres como nunca antes: yate, música en vivo, DJs y vistas esp
  - **Venue**: Pier 3 Hornblower Cruise
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** Amy Tan in conversation with George McCalman (Tue May 26 2026 at 06:30 pm at Bayfront Theater), When We Exhale: Black Women Writers on Rest, Grief & Intimacy (Thu May 28 2026 at 07:00 pm at 220 Montgomery St), LitLounge: In Defense of the Short Story (Thu May 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Mechanics' Institute), Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can't Forget (Tue Jun 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at KALW Public Media), A Conversation with Rita Bullwinkel (Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Goethe-Institut San Francisco).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can't Forget (Tue Jun 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at KALW Public Media), A Conversation with Rita Bullwinkel (Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Goethe-Institut San Francisco), San Francisco Book Launch: A Celebration of Orange (Sat Jun 06 2026 at 07:00 pm at Medicine for Nightmares).
- **Q**: What events are happening in San Francisco in May 2026?
  - **A:** Amy Tan in conversation with George McCalman (Tue May 26 2026 at 06:30 pm at Bayfront Theater), When We Exhale: Black Women Writers on Rest, Grief & Intimacy (Thu May 28 2026 at 07:00 pm at 220 Montgomery St), LitLounge: In Defense of the Short Story (Thu May 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Mechanics' Institute), A Conversation with Rita Bullwinkel (Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Goethe-Institut San Francisco).
- **Q**: How can I find events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in San Francisco on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in San Francisco include Bayfront Theater, 220 Montgomery St, Mechanics' Institute.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** Prices for events in San Francisco range from USD 11 to USD 66. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in San Francisco include Arion Press, KALW Public Media, Mechanics' Institute.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in San Francisco?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in San Francisco.

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