Events

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WEEKLY EVENTS

SATURDAY CASTRO CLEANUP

Every Saturday 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, like $15 off lunch at HiTops if you’d like to join us after the cleanup! RSVP isn’t required, but it gets you your perks. Have fun. Meet neighbors. Bring your friends.

TUESDAY HOUSING DROP-IN

Every Tuesday from 10am-2pm 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) is open through November 18 every Wednesday. Check out the local producers and entertainment.

WEDNESDAY YOUTH HOT MEAL

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.

THURSDAY 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.

OCTOBER EVENTS

CASTRO ART WALK

Friday, October 2 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 ART MART

Sunday, October 4 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.

CASTRO STREET FAIR & GOOD NEIGHBOR WEEK

Sunday, October 4 from 11am to 6pm centered at Castro and Market Streets. Suggested donation $10-$20 to be shared by the fair with their beneficiaries. Since 1998, the Castro Street Fair is proud to have given over $1.6 million back to the community beneficiaries. This is only made possible through your generous donations. Please visit the Castro Street Fair PayPal page to make a donation — every bit helps!.

EVNA is going to have a booth with Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy Parent Faculty Club. We will be celebrating Good Neighbor Week award recipients. Come say hi!

GENERAL ELECTION - EARLY VOTING

Monday, October 5 is when in-person voting begins at the City Hall Voting Center, on the ground floor of City Hall, in front of Room 48. Hours are weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed on October 12), the two weekends before Election Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Election Day (Tuesday, November 3): 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Get more information from the San Francisco Department of Elections and it is very easy to call them at 415-558-6100.

WALK & ROLL TO SCHOOL WEEK

Monday, October 5 - Friday, October 9 is when thousands of students across San Francisco will walk, bike, scoot, and roll to school. Make sure your school joins the fun and competes in the Golden Sneaker Award for a chance to win the Golden Sneaker Trophy – topped with a Steph Curry shoe, courtesy of the Golden State Warriors! Sign up here.

MOHCD HOMEBUYER ORIENTATION

Thursday, October 8 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in person at the SF LGBT Center at 1800 Market Street. 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.

SUSTAINING US: WRITING ACADEMY WITH ESMÉ WANG

Friday, October 9 from 2-3pm virtual with ASL | Deaf interpreter hosted by the Disability Cultural Center. This is the first in a series of three writing workshops. Our stories are everything. They are our anchor to the present, the legacy we leave, the windy path toward our future, and our portal to dimensions that only we can imagine. We need to write and share our stories. All that said, we all know that it’s HELLA hard to sustain a writing practice. You’ll learn so much, develop new skills, and create a writing practice that is sustainable for you. This series is made possible by Alice Wong and the Disability Visibility Project. More information. Register.

WORKSHOP: SOFT SCULPTURE with Jun Yang

Saturday, October 10 from 2-3pm in person workshop for adults at the Eureka Valley / Harvey Milk Memorial Public Library, 1 Jose Sarria Court.  Explore the art of soft sculpture through techniques inspired by Jun Yang, a multidisciplinary Korean artist based in San Francisco. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-5616. Check out all the events at our local public library.

CASTRO HEIGHTS BLOCK PARTY

Sunday, October 11 from noon to 5pm on 19th Street between Yukon and Danvers. Face painting, ballon artistry, sidewalk chalk drawing contest, DJ, a visit from Fire Station 24’s fire truck, and more! Suggested donation $15 per adult. Cute kids and docile dogs warmly welcomed.

FABULOSA BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, October 14 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.

TRANSIT’S FUTURE IS UNCLEAR: Learn why this election matters

Thursday, October 15 from 6 to 7:30pm at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 100 Diamond Street. Uncertain transit funding may drive your favorite ride right off a fiscal cliff and increase traffic congestion. Experts will explain what is on your ballot this November at this educational event. Presented by: Castro LBGTQ Cultural District, Cole Valley Improvement Association, Diamond Heights Community Association, Dolores Heights Improvement Club, Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association, Eureka Valley Neighborhood Association, Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, Mission Dolores Neighborhood Association, Mount Olympus Neighborhood Association.

NERT CITYWIDE DRILL

Saturday, October 17 from 9am-5pm (your time will be based on your battalion) at the Division of Training, 2310 Folsom Street, right next door (in the Mission). At this event, trained NERTs will work together in their Battalions to set up a Staging Area and put their Incident Command System skills to use! This drill will include Amateur HAM Radio communications. You can sign up on the NERT Member Platform: just sign-in, go to "My Events" and register.

Are you not a NERT member yet, but are curious about training to be one? Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT) is a free training program for individuals, neighborhood groups and community-based organizations in San Francisco.  Through this program, you learn the basics of personal preparedness and prevention.  The training also includes hands-on disaster skills that will help you respond to a personal emergency as well as act as members of a neighborhood response team. Learn more and get involved.

BUILDING POSITIVE DIGITAL COMMUNITIES

Wednesday, October 21 from 2-3pm in person workshop at Morton B Blatt & Peter G Holmstrom LGBTQ+ Senior Community Center, 75 Laguna St, San Francisco, CA 94102. Join your neighbors for another presentation from Raine Fisher, LGBTQ+ Tech Navigator from Curry Senior Center.

WORKSHOP: KINTSUGI PAPER CRAFT

Friday, October 30 from 4-5pm in person workshop for adults at the Eureka Valley / Harvey Milk Memorial Public Library, 1 Jose Sarria Court. Create something beautiful from brokenness. Local artist Louise Diskerud will guide attendees through a hands-on session inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi, using gold to highlight and honor the places where things have been repaired. In this workshop, participants will create a paper-based interpretation of kintsugi, exploring the technique’s themes in an accessible, creative format. Louis Diskerud is a mixed-media artist with extensive experience in ceramics restoration and community arts education. She brings a thoughtful approach to exploring creativity through imperfection. Her artwork is currently on display at the Eureka Valley branch, offering a deeper look at the themes she will explore during the workshop. Space limited. Seats available first come, first served. Check out all the events at our local public library.

HALLOWEEN CASTRO NIGHT MARKET on Saturday!

Saturday, October 31 from 5-10pm on 18th Street between Diamond and Noe. Apply for a volunteer shift. Apply to be a vendor. RSVP on Eventbrite to get updates and reminders.

NOVEMBER EVENTS

CASTRO ART MART

Sunday, November 1 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.

GENERAL ELECTION

Tuesday, November 3 is election day! Over 500 polling places across San Francisco will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. To find your assigned polling place, you can use our Voting Site Wait Times Lookup Tool, check the top right-hand corner of the Vote-by-Mail Instructions enclosed with your ballot, or use the Voter Portal.

The City Hall Voting Center is located on the ground floor of City Hall, in front of Room 48. In-person voting for registered voters begins on Monday, October 5, 2026. In-person voting hours are:

  • Weekdays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed on October 12)

  • The two weekends before Election Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Election Day (Tuesday, November 3): 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Get more information from the San Francisco Department of Elections. It is very easy to call them at 415-558-6100.

THE CENTER’S NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

Tuesday, November 3 from 6-7:30pm virtual on Zoom. 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.

THE CENTER’S NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

Thursday, November 5 from 6-7:30pm in person 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 ART WALK

Friday, November 6 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.

HMCRA NIGHT - GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS

Saturday, November 7 at 5pm at Chase Center. Join HMCRA families and friends as the Golden State Warriors take on the Orlando Magic! Tickets are $110 in Sections 223–224, and a portion of every ticket purchased will benefit HMCRA. Plus, your game ticket doubles as an all-day Muni ticket, making it easy to get to and from Chase Center. Check out the flyer to learn more! Purchase your tickets by October 2. Prices may increase based on availability and demand.

MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR EVNA BOARD

Tuesday, November 10 from 6-7:30pm at Hot Johnnie’s at 4077 18th Street. Come meet the candidates for the EVNA board term 2027-2029. We will share their bios closer to the date. The board election is November 15-30 for voting members. Delicious snacks and drinks will be provided on the back patio.

FABULOSA BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, November 11 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.

MOHCD HOMEBUYER ORIENTATION

Thursday, November 12 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in person at the SF LGBT Center at 1800 Market Street. 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.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING

Monday, November 30 from 6-6:30pm at Bank of America Plaza, 501 Castro Street. Get ready to kick off the holiday season in style as we light up the iconic Castro Holiday Tree! Join us as we gather to strengthen our community bonds, and uplift our merchants by supporting their local businesses by shopping from them during the holidays. Don’t forget to bring your family and friends to this heartwarming Castro holiday tradition. More information.

DECEMBER EVENTS

CASTRO MENORAH LIGHTING

Monday, December 7 from 6-7pm at Jane Warner Plaza. Join us in spreading the warmth of Hanukkah lights in the Castro as we hold a Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Jane Warner Plaza on Monday, December 7, at 6 PM. This event is brought to you by Castro Community Benefit District, Castro Merchants Association, and Sha'ar Zahav.

SANTA SKIVVIES

Sunday, December 13 starting at 11am at multiple locations in the Castro neighborhood. Santa Skivvies Run is San Francisco AIDS Foundation’s iconic holiday fun run through the Castro—where participants strip down to their skivvies (or best festive gear) to raise funds for HIV prevention, care, and harm reduction services. By registering, fundraising, or donating, you help provide free HIV and STI testing, access to PrEP and PEP, overdose prevention and syringe access, and community programs that support people living with or at risk for HIV. Join us, have a blast, and make a real impact for the health and wellbeing of our community. Use promo code XMASJULY for 50% off registration. Register and donate now.

CASTRO WINE WALK

Thursday, December 17 from 6-9pm at multiple locations in the neighborhood. Enjoy seasonal pours—from bold reds to sparkling sips—while soaking in autumn vibes and neighborhood spirit. Each stop will feature a unique wine and a warm welcome, making it the perfect evening to connect with friends, neighbors, and fellow wine lovers, all while supporting local businesses. More information coming soon.