Events

HOUSING DROP-IN

Every Tuesday from 12:30-4:30pm at Bob Ross LGBT Senior Center, 65 Laguna Street. Housing and resource navigation staff are available in-person to help with your questions, applications, and resource needs. First come, first served. They see the first 5 people. You can also sign up for 1-on-1 housing counseling appointments. OpenHouse has multiple workshops, which are an introduction to searching for housing, affordable housing availability and eligibility requirements, strategies you can use, and helpful resources. All in an LGBTQ+ affirming environment, English and Spanish! Call (415) 296-8995 ext. 306 or email them for any of these services.

WEDNESDAY CASTRO FARMER’S MARKET

Every Wednesday from 3-7pm at 270 Noe Street (at Market Street). Open April 1 through November 18 every Wednesday. Check out the local producers and entertainment.

YOUTH HOT MEAL WEDNESDAY

Every Wednesday from 3:30-6pm for LGBTQQ+ youth 12-24 at the Purple House, 127 Collingwood Street, hosted by LYRIC. Come grab a bite every Wednesday, relax, and connect with community in a welcoming space designed for you with a delicious, freshly prepared meal. Check out all of LYRIC’s programs.

QUEER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Every Thursday from noon to 1:30pm at the SF LGBTQ Center at 1800 Market Street and Mondays from 2-3pm virtually. Reach your employment goals alongside the community in the SF LGBTQ Center. In-person and virtual drop-in space for LGBTQ+ job seekers to meet with Center Employment Specialists, recruiters, and industry experts in various industries, including tech, education, and banking. More info and other dates on their website or RSVP on Eventbrite.

CASTRO ART MART

Sunday, May 3 from 2-8pm at Noe and Market Streets. Explore unique works from talented artists, enjoy music performances, and be dazzled by show-stopping drag acts. Hosted in the heart of The Castro every first Sunday of the month, this art mart brings together artists, musicians, and performers for a day of art, culture, and connection. Best of all, this event is completely FREE! So grab your friends, bring your family, and make a day of it—everyone is welcome to join in the fun and support local talent! Volunteer, perform, get involved, and more info.

BIKE & ROLL TO SCHOOL WEEK

Monday, May 4 - Friday, May 8 every day across San Francisco. This annual celebration of fun and healthy ways to commute to schools across our city is held every spring. Bike & Roll to School Week welcomes anyone and everyone with wheels! It’s time to get out your bicycles, skateboards, wheelchairs, roller skates and strollers. Any San Francisco school, from Pre-K to high school, is invited to participate in the fun! Register today.

There is also an art contest for this event! Create a piece of visual art showing your favorite mascot or animal biking or rolling in San Francisco.  View art contest flyer for details. Deadline is May 15, 2026.

DISABILITY CULTURAL CENTER TOWN HALL

Wednesday, May 6 from 5-6pm Zoom and in person at 165 Grove Street (masks required). Look back over the past year and chat about what’s next. Come with your questions, insights, hopes, and dreams. This community is everything – we’re here for all of it! More information and RSVP.

D8 CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATE FORUM

Wednesday, May 6 with doors at 6:30, forum from 7 to 8:30pm at the Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way. A congressional candidates forum is being sponsored by the neighborhood associations of District 8, including EVNA. The doors open at the Randall Museum at 6:30 and the forum is 7:00PM to 8:15PM. Joe Fitzgerald Rodriguez, a reporter of The SF Standard, will be the moderator. RSVP on Eventbrite.

THE CENTER’S NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

Thursday, May 7 from 6-7:30pm at the SFLGBT Center at 1800 Market Street. Volunteer Orientation will provide you with a general overview of the Center’s programs and where volunteers fit into the work. RSVP and complete online form.

CASTRO CLEANUP

Saturday, May 9 starting and ending at HiTops at 2247 Market St.  At 10am, we provide the equipment and instructions for a 1-hour cleanup shift. At 11am, you return to HiTops to drop off your equipment and trash bags. Then you get great perks via Mobilize. RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

KITE HILL WEEDING DAY with GAY FOR GOOD

Saturday, May 9 at 9:30am at Kite Hill Park on Yukon Street at Eagle Street. Gay for Good has coordinated this volunteer weeding day and everyone is welcome! Sign up here.

MOHCD HOMEBUYER ORIENTATION

Saturday, May 9 from 9 to 11am via Zoom. In this workshop you will learn if you are eligible for MOHCD Homeownership program and decide if you want to move forward with the remaining homebuyer education. The 2-hour orientation provides an overview of affordable city programs, including eligibility requirements and the application process. Then, if you are interested and become certified, you can register for step two: the 6-hour workshop. Sign up on Eventbrite for the orientation. Learn more on the First-Time Homebuyer Program page.

RAINBOW LUNCH

Monday, May 11 from noon to 1:30pm at Openhouse at 75 Laguna Street. Space is limited and fills up quickly, so RSVP as soon as possible. To RSVP, call 415-231-5871 or email rsvp@openhousesf.org. More information.

DROP-IN TECH COACHING

Wednesday, May 13 from 3-4pm in person at the Eureka Valley / Harvey Milk Memorial Public Library, 1 Jose Sarria Court. Librarian tech coaches are available to help with basic questions about technology, such as computer tasks or how to use your phone or tablet. Learn how to attach a file to an email, send photos from your phone and more. Questions about the library's eResources such as Libby, Hoopla or Kanopy are also welcome. Bring your device in — library wi-fi will be available. Drop-in, no registration needed. They also have a monthly Tech Time e-newsletter of upcoming classes and events. Check out all the events at our local public library.

FABULOSA BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, May 13 starting at 7pm at Fabulosa Books at 489 Castro Street. New members are welcome to join Fabulosa's friendly book club. You can just show up (no pre-registration necessary). ​Book club selections are 10% off to purchase for attendees (but you have to ask). More information.

CASTRO WINE WALK - SUMMER KICK OFF

Thursday, May 14 Join the Castro Merchants Association for the Castro Wine Walk! Sip seasonal pours, sip and stroll through local businesses, and celebrate in the gayborhood. More info and get your $40-$70 ticket on Eventbrite.

CASTRO NIGHT MARKET

Friday, May 15 from 5-10pm between Collingwood and Hartford Streets on 18th Street. Theme is to be announced. You can even sign up for a volunteer shift. More information.

CASTRO CLEANUP

Saturday, May 16 starting and ending at HiTops at 2247 Market St.  At 10am, we provide the equipment and instructions for a 1-hour cleanup shift. At 11am, you return to HiTops to drop off your equipment and trash bags. Then you get great perks via Mobilize. RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

MOHCD HOMEBUYER ORIENTATION

Saturday, May 16 from 9 to 11am via Zoom. In this workshop you will learn if you are eligible for MOHCD Homeownership program and decide if you want to move forward with the remaining homebuyer education. The 2-hour orientation provides an overview of affordable city programs, including eligibility requirements and the application process. Then, if you are interested and become certified, you can register for step two: the 6-hour workshop. Sign up on Eventbrite for the orientation. Learn more on the First-Time Homebuyer Program page.

MASCARA: a sober monthly drag show

Saturday, May 16 doors 6:45, show at 7:30 at The Edge, 100 Collingwood Street. Donation is $20 and all proceeds go to The Castro Country Club. Please note: this event will not be livestreamed. More details and RSVP on Facebook.

SELLING THE RAINBOW: when the market adopts & drops a movement

Thursday, May 21 at 6:30-8:30pm at the GLBT Historical Society Museum, 4127 18th Street. The panel will ask the question that activists have been raising since the 1970s: what does it mean when your liberation becomes a marketing strategy? More details and $15 tickets general admission, free for Society Members.

HARVEY MILK DAY

Friday, May 22 from 6-7:30pm. Make signs at Queer Arts Featured. March up Castro Street to a rally at Jane Warner Plaza with live music. More information on the Castro Merchants calendar.

CASTRO CLEANUP

Saturday, May 23 starting and ending at HiTops at 2247 Market St.  At 10am, we provide the equipment and instructions for a 1-hour cleanup shift. At 11am, you return to HiTops to drop off your equipment and trash bags. Then you get great perks via Mobilize. RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

QUEER PROM: DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE (AGES 16-24)

Friday, May 29 from 7-10pm at the SF LGBTQ Center at 1800 Market Street. What adventures await you down the rabbit hole? Could it be yummy food? A fun photobooth? Maybe a dazzling drag performance? Find out! Reserve a spot on Eventbrite.

CASTRO CLEANUP

Saturday, May 30 starting and ending at HiTops at 2247 Market St.  At 10am, we provide the equipment and instructions for a 1-hour cleanup shift. At 11am, you return to HiTops to drop off your equipment and trash bags. Then you get great perks via Mobilize. RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

PINK TRIANGLE VOLUNTEER DAY

Saturday, May 30 from 1-2:30pm at Twin Peaks. Please help install the huge 31st annual Pink Triangle of the side Twin Peaks in San Francisco, visible to the City and the world! Many families bring children to learn the “History of the Pink Triangle” during the ceremony. It takes a village to make this enormous Pink Triangle happen year after year. Please be a part of it. All volunteers receive a fashionable Pink Triangle t-shirt for their efforts. Sign up to volunteer here. Learn more about the Pink Triangle display.

LYRIC FUNDRAISER - PRIDE POUR

Saturday, May 30 from 6-9pm at The Pearl. Kick off Pride with defiant joy and community! Pride Pour is an intentional celebration of queer joy, resilience, and the power of community. Attendees will experience a cornucopia of 20+ of the finest wineries, including non-alcoholic options, and enjoy delectable heavy hors d'oeuvres all while raising money to invest in our LGBTQQ+ youth. Join LYRIC’s chosen family of supporters, friends, community leaders, influencers, and more as we show up for our LGBTQQ+ youth and raise essential resources to ensure their ability to thrive. Sponsorship opportunities still available and special early bird tickets on sale through the end of April!

JUNE CASTRO ART WALK

Friday, June 5 from 5-8pm. Castro Art Walk is every first Friday of the month. Experience the collaboration between local artists and small businesses as they extend their hours and open their doors to showcase exceptional artwork. Route and information.

CASTRO CLEANUP

Saturday, June 6 starting and ending at HiTops at 2247 Market St.  At 10am, we provide the equipment and instructions for a 1-hour cleanup shift. At 11am, you return to HiTops to drop off your equipment and trash bags. Then you get great perks via Mobilize. RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

CLIFF’S VARIETY ANNIVERSARY - SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, June 6 from noon to 5pm-ish at Cliff’s Variety at 479 Castro Street. There will be a craft table, drag performances, live DJ, first ever Cliff’s Man Costume Contest hosted by Sister Roma at 4pm (more details coming soon). There will be the big raffle at 5pm! Raffle tickets will go on sale May at $5 each or 5 for $20. All funds raised will support Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy and the Castro Country Club. Grand Prize: the ultimate Cliff’s basket of a $500 gift card and assortment of swag. Other prizes will include a game night basket, shop/eat/drink in the Castro, and lots of other prizes. Come celebrate this favorite local small business with the community!

MI PASAJE 2026 for MISSION GRADS

Thursday, June 11 at 5:30pm details coming soon. Join this annual celebration honoring the achievements of College Access and Success graduates. Mi Pasaje, meaning “My Journey” in Spanish, is the moment when “Sí Se Puede” becomes “Sí Se Pudo.” Each year, we come together with students, families, educators, and community to celebrate the young people who have overcome barriers to pursue higher education, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college. This year’s ceremony will feature inspiring stories from graduating students, perspectives from community leaders, and a keynote speaker — all in celebration of the journeys that brought our students here. Donate and RSVP.

PULSE NIGHT CLUB MEMORIAL - SAVE THE DATE

Friday, June 12 evening at Jane Warner Plaza. More details coming soon.

CASTRO CLEANUP

Saturday, June 13 starting and ending at HiTops at 2247 Market St.  At 10am, we provide the equipment and instructions for a 1-hour cleanup shift. At 11am, you return to HiTops to drop off your equipment and trash bags. Then you get great perks via Mobilize. RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

FRAMELINE50 LGBTQ+ FILM FESTIVAL

Wednesday, June 17 through Saturday, June 27. Volunteer. Sponsor. Founded in 1977, the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival, hosted by Frameline, is the longest-running, largest, and most widely recognized queer film exhibition in the world. In June 2026, be part of film festival history as we celebrate five decades of queer media. More information and ticket sales.

CASTRO NIGHT MARKET

Friday, June 29 from 5-10pm between Collingwood and Hartford Streets on 18th Street. Theme is to be announced. You can even sign up for a volunteer shift. More information.

JULY CASTRO ART WALK

Friday, July 3 from 5-8pm. Castro Art Walk is every first Friday of the month. Experience the collaboration between local artists and small businesses as they extend their hours and open their doors to showcase exceptional artwork. Route and information.

CASTRO NIGHT MARKET

Friday, July 17 from 5-10pm between Collingwood and Hartford Streets on 18th Street. Theme is to be announced. You can even sign up for a volunteer shift. More information.

AUGUST CASTRO ART WALK

Friday, August 7 from 5-8pm. Castro Art Walk is every first Friday of the month. Experience the collaboration between local artists and small businesses as they extend their hours and open their doors to showcase exceptional artwork. Route and information.

CASTRO NIGHT MARKET

Friday, August 21 from 5-10pm between Collingwood and Hartford Streets on 18th Street. Theme is to be announced. You can even sign up for a volunteer shift. More information.

CASTRO CARNIVAL FAMILY BLOCK PARTY

Saturday, August 29 from noon to 5pm on Noe at Market Streets. More information.

DISTRICT 8 SUPERVISOR FORUM

September date to be confirmed at the Castro Theater. We will be co-sponsoring a District 8 Supervisor candidate forum in the late summer, at The Castro theater, in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of San Francisco.

CASTRO STREET FAIR - SAVE THE DATE

Sunday, October 4 more info coming soon.

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GARDENING

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