There’s never a lack of things to do in our fair city, but are my suggestions to consider for your weekend.
Thursday, Oct. 10
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Writers unite: It’s time for our annual literary festival, the largest Litquake in five years, which seeks to provide a forum for Bay Area writing and “bring[ing] people together around the common humanity encapsulated in literature.” There’s a Kidquake, and LitCrawl, and over 60 exciting events. Free admission.
Tickets go on sale today for Unscripted: A Conversation with Cher at the Golden Gate Theatre, which is sure to sell out. Moderated by acclaimed music journalist Joel Selvin, the icon will discuss her new memoir, which is included in the ticket price. Dec. 4. Tickets here .
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SFMOMA’s final Rooftop Radio for the year will feature two modern jazz bands courtesy of S.F. Jazz and the open-air screening the masterpiece silent film, Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans. Limited tickets will be available onsite at 3 p.m . 6–9 p.m. Tickets: $35
Friday, Oct. 11
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It’s time to head to the roofs, the Marina Green, or out of town for the polarizing Blue Angels Airshow . Other aircraft perform the preshow at 12:45 (12:30 Saturday and Sunday), and the Blues fly at 3 p.m., weather permitting. Through Sunday. Free viewing.
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The contemporary Smuin Ballet never disappoints, and its Dance Series 1 is on at Fort Mason featuring Renaissance by Amy Seiwert, set to music by Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble ; the world premiere of ByChance by new choreographers to Smuin, Jennifer Archibald and Matthew Neenan; and the Last Glass by Matthew Neenan, set to music by indie-rock band Beirut . Through Oct. 20. Tickets from $25.
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The San Francisco Latino Film Festival begins today, and will feature virtual and in-person film screenings, visiting filmmakers, panels, meet-ups, and more at various venues through the city. Tonight’s opening night film, Prodigal Daughter, will screen at the Roxie. Through Nov. 3. Tickets from $10.
Art Deco lovers especially won’t want to miss the Tamara de Lempicka exhibition opening at the de Young today. Her paintings that depict the glamour of postwar Paris have become synonymous with the Art Deco movement, and her work continues to influence pop culture. This is the first major U.S. retrospective of the artist and not to be missed. Through Feb. 9, 2025. Tickets from $15.
Sunday, Oct. 13
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Who doesn’t love North Beach? Head over to the 156th (that’s since 1868 for reference) Italian Heritage Parade celebrating Italian culture with floats, bands, vintage cars, and performances. Free admission.
It’s a busy weekend out there, so be safe and enjoy.
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