There are a variety of events to choose from in the next few days, whether indoors or outdoors, from theater and dance to a fall festival, a night market, and more. Read on for my picks.
Thursday, Oct. 15
Lovers of beautiful things won’t want to miss the San Francisco Fall Show, the renowned international art, antiques, and design fair on the West Coast (although some say it’s the best in the country). This year’s show will celebrate Métallique Chic — think Rococo gilding, Brutalist metalwork, Art Deco chrome, Georgian silverware, burnished surfaces, patinas, and time-worn bronze. Over 40 top international designers and artisans will offer a wide range of decorative arts spanning all styles and periods, including paintings, furniture, ceramics, photography, and more. Other features include lectures, other special programming, and food for purchase by Cultivar. Through Sunday at Fort Mason’s Festival Pavilion. Tickets: $55
The world premiere of the immersive theater experience Our Loving Companions celebrates the bond between people and their pets. Audiences will experience a range of emotions from laughter, joy, and devotion to grief that we all share with a furry companions. Attendees are also encouraged to bring a small photo of their loving companions, past or present, to add to the art installation at the theater. (And I’d suggest also bringing a box of tissues.) Most shows are followed by a facilitated discussion for those who wish to participate. 7:30 p.m. tonight at The Marsh through Sunday (3 p.m.). Tickets from $35.
The Smuin Contemporary Ballet continues its fall program in San Francisco, French Kiss, featuring a revival of Stabat Mater, byMichael Smuin to honor his lasting influence; a world premiere by My’Kal Stromile, after his commissions with the Paris Opera Ballet and the Boston Opera; and French Kiss, by Amy Seiwert, which the San Francisco Chronicle descrbed as a “sweet, chic dessert.” 7:30 p.m. tonight and Friday; 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Cowell Theater. Tickets from $25.
Enjoy the Big Art Loop — Portside at the Waterfront Walkabout with live music, interactive craft activities, and pop-ups. Stroll at your own pace or sign up for a guided tour. 5 to 8 p.m. between Pier 14 and the Exploratorium. Free admission, sign up here for guided tours.
Friday, Oct. 16
Kick off Halloween at Sundown Cinema’s screening of Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice at Crane Cove Park. Pack a picnic or feast from the local food trucks, enjoy the preshow entertainment, and bring some canned goods to support the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank, 5 p.m. (film at 6 p.m.). Free admission. RSVP for a chance to win a pair of reserved seating tickets and up to $1,000 for your Amazon Wish List.
Tonight is Fort Mason’s Night Market. Enjoy more than 25 food and beverage options from Off the Grid, live music, workshops, over 50 retail vendors, live music, public art installations, and more, like a costume contest. 5–10 p.m. Free
Saturday, Oct. 17
The Half Moon Bay Art and Pumpkin Festival is a Bay Area tradition. Now in its 54th year, the festival features a gigantic pumpkin weigh-off championship, live music, arts and crafts from local artists, food and drink (yes, pumpkin-infused ales), Farmer Mike (pictured above, a costume contest, and more. Through Sunday. Free.
The San Francisco Opera is hosting a Costume Sale, where the public can purchase authentic costumes from the opera’s productions. You’ll find Victorian dresses, Renaissance doublets, embroidered military uniforms, whimsical fantasy creations, and more made by skilled artisans as well as stage props and other opera merchandise. 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the San Francisco Opera’s Scene Shop (826 Burlway Road, Burlingame) through Sunday. Tickets from $5 (timed entry).
Sunday, Oct. 18
Spend some time out on the water at a community rowing event in traditional wooden rowboats with skilled instructors. Looks like fun! 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at India Basin Waterfront Park. Free admission.
Enjoy an elegant reception followed by a four-course feast prepared by 35 of the Bay Area’s most acclaimed restaurants at the Foodwise Sunday Supper: A Farm to City Feast, which supports Foodwises’s farmers’ markets, food access initiatives, and education programs. 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Ferry Building. Tickets: $185.
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Tuesday, Oct. 20
Watch Gore Verbinski’s The Ring on the big screen with Hans Zimmer’s score performed live by the San Francisco Symphony. 7:30 p.m. at Davies Symphony Hall. Tickets from $69.
Enjoy your out and abouting and remember to be safe and kind.
