March Comes in Like a Lion: Your Guide to San Francisco’s Hottest Events
As March unfolds in San Francisco, a bustling social calendar is fulfilling an old proverb – March comes in like a lion! The City is roaring with exciting events and activities for everyone. Here’s a curated selection of the top happenings this week, ensuring you don’t miss out on the vibrant cultural scene.
Arts & Culture
Film Screenings & Discussions
The Roxie Theatre will showcase Nazrin Choudhury’s Oscar-nominated short film, “Red White and Blue,” alongside Robert Greenwald’s “Trump’s War on Women.” These powerful films explore the challenges to abortion access and reproductive healthcare. Following the screenings, a panel discussion with advocates and experts will delve deeper into these critical issues. Learn more and purchase tickets.
Playground SF: Goodnight Moon Inspired Plays
Playground San Francisco, a hub for playwrights, presents an evening of original 10-page plays inspired by Margaret Wise Brown’s beloved children’s book, “Goodnight Moon.” Featuring six talented actors, this event promises a unique theatrical experience. Reserve your spot and donate online.
Rosebud Gallery’s Two-Year Anniversary Exhibition
Celebrate two years of art and community with Rosebud Gallery! Featuring 65 Bay Area artists, this exhibition is their first of the year and runs through March 27th. The opening reception takes place from 6 to 10 p.m. at 839 Larkin Street.
P. Staff’s ‘The Prince of Homburg’ Exhibition Tour
Join Jeanne Gerrity, a curator at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, for a guided tour of P. Staff’s solo exhibition, “The Prince of Homburg.” The exhibition explores themes of desire, repression, and violence in contemporary culture. RSVP online for the tour.
Dylan Bartolini-Volk’s Visual Art Exhibition
San Francisco native Dylan Bartolini-Volk presents an exhibition of acrylic paintings on canvas, alongside furniture and home goods he’s created. The admission-free event runs from 5 to 9 p.m. through March 15th at 1547 Pacific Ave.
Music & Performance
“Spamalot” at Golden Gate Theatre
The Tony-winning musical “Spamalot,” based on “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” brings its hilarious antics to the Golden Gate Theatre for a nearly three-week engagement. Tickets range from $62.01 to $175.50. Purchase tickets online.
Aleksey Igudesman & John Malkovich: “The Music Critic”
Prepare for a comedic spectacle as conductor and violinist Aleksey Igudesman joins forces with actor John Malkovich in “The Music Critic.” Malkovich will playfully dissect compositions by Beethoven, Brahms, and Debussy. Tickets range from $75 to $275. Get your tickets online.
Dog’s Breakfast Live Set with Alex Spoto
Enjoy an admission-free live set by violinist and fiddler Alex Spoto, as part of his musical act Dog’s Breakfast. Spoto, also a Tenderloin Museum program director, will be joined by special guests. The concert runs from 1 to 2 p.m. at 246 Eddy St.
Live Music at Balboa & 4 Star Theaters
Balboa Theater and 4 Star Theater are hosting an afternoon of live music at the intersection of Ashbury and Oak streets, featuring Grahame Lesh, Danny Eisenberg, and more. The event is free and runs from 2 to 6 p.m.
Literary Events
Gilbert Milam Jr. Book Signing
Gilbert Milam Jr., co-founder and CEO of Cookies, will discuss his debut book, “Becoming Legend: The Billion-Dollar Blueprint to Be a Whale in a Sea of Sharks,” at Book Passage in the Ferry Building. Tickets cost $32 and include a signed copy of the book. Learn more and purchase tickets.
Kalyn Josephson & K.X. Song Book Talk
New York Times-bestselling author Kalyn Josephson will chat with diaspora writer K.X. Song about her new fantasy novel, “The Library of Amorlin.” RSVP online for the event.
Community & Festivals
SoMa Block Party
SoMa’s free all-ages block party returns, featuring DJs Camillionaire and Black Panda, followed by a special set from Sofia Kourtesis. The event runs from 5 to 10 p.m. on Second Street between Market and Howard streets. RSVP online.
North Beach International Women’s Month Art Crawl
Celebrate the start of International Women’s Month with an art crawl featuring live performances, poetry, and artwork from twenty merchants in North Beach. The event begins at 5 p.m.
Chinese New Year Parade
Experience the vibrant energy of San Francisco’s annual Chinese New Year Parade, featuring floats, fireworks, and lion dancers. The parade starts at 5:15 p.m. and follows a one-mile route. Bleacher seating is available for purchase.
The Setup Comedy Show
The Setup, a comedy group known for its speakeasy shows, comes to the Palace Theater’s bar in North Beach. Tickets are $35 and the show runs from 9 to 10:30 p.m.
This March, San Francisco offers a diverse range of experiences. Whether you’re a fan of film, music, literature, or community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
