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offbeatSF (formerly North Beach Live) is a curated calendar helping you discover live music, independent artists, and off-the-radar venues across San Francisco.
Events
Mitch Polzak
The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesMitch Polzak is a guitarist, singer, banjoist, and bandleader appearing at The Saloon in North Beach under his own name. He draws on rockabilly, 1960s country, honky tonk, Bakersfield-influenced country, surf, early rock and roll, bluegrass, Cajun, blues, and related American roots styles, reflecting a long career steeped in these traditions.
FreeLATE NIGHT SET: GAVIN HALLORAN
Dawn Club 10 Annie St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesLate night set at the Dawn Club: Gavin Halloran and his band. Gavin Halloran is a Saxophonist born and raised in the East Bay. Halloran’s inspiration comes from the tenormen of old growing up to the sounds of Coleman Hawkins, Ben Webster and Don Byas. Halloran has worked across the scene now for over a...
FreeMonthly Morning Ragas
Bird & Beckett 653 Cheney St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesKick off your Sunday morning with the rare, transformative beauty of a live Morning Raga. In the Indian classical tradition, ragas are intimate expressions aligned with specific times of day—a concept known as samay raga. Because most modern concerts take place in the evening, hearing morning ragas performed live during their intended hours is an...
$20Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson
Choquet’s 2500 Washington St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesTransport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the breezy elegance of a classic French bistro. Set against the backdrop of one of San Francisco’s most iconic shopping corridors, this event offers a high-fidelity...
FreeMagic School Busk
Red Window 500 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesExperience the ultimate "living theater" of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and...
FreeHenry Plumb
The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesHenry Plumb brings prodigious talent and boundless versatility to The Deluxe — a 24-year-old award-winning drummer from the San Francisco Bay Area and Berklee College of Music graduate whose command of styles ranges from big band swing and gospel to funk, fusion, hip-hop, Afro-Cuban, New Orleans second line, and beyond. As saxophonist and educator Paul...
$10Bluegrass Jam
The Lucky Horseshoe 454 Courtland Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Lucky Horseshoe hosts its long-standing Bluegrass Jam every Sunday afternoon. Unlike a typical circle jam, this is a unique performance jam where musicians take to the stage to play into microphones for a live crowd. It’s an intermediate-to-advanced level session that brings together the best of the Bay Area’s roots and bluegrass community, turning...
FreeSunday Blues Jam
Pier 23 23 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 is the perfect way to spend a rollicking afternoon on the waterfront — anchored by the inimitable blues drummer Sean Donoghue, this open jam welcomes professional musicians and budding artists alike to jump in and play. Grab a drink, a bite, hit the dance floor, and bring your...
FreeBlues Power
The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesCatch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon. Blues Power is a San Francisco blues project led by Mark Naftalin, known as a legendary pianist, producer, and blues advocate. The core band members typically include Mark Naftalin on keyboards, along with a rotating lineup of top Bay Area blues musicians such as...
FreeSalsa Saturdays
The Ramp 855 Terry A Francois Blvd, San Francisco, CA, United StatesLive Salsa Saturdays at The Ramp bring live salsa bands to the waterfront patio every week from 4 pm to 10 pm, turning the bayside spot into one of San Francisco’s go‑to salsa destinations. Dancers and listeners can enjoy high‑energy salsa sets with sweeping Bay views, evening breezes, and a casual outdoor vibe, with a...
$20Gaucho
Brenda’s French Soul Food 652 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesSettle into a Sunday evening that feels straight out of a New Orleans daydream as Gaucho brings their signature hot-club–inspired jazz to Brenda’s French Soul Food. From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the band turns the Polk Street institution into a warm, swinging supper room, mixing Django-style gypsy jazz, classic standards, and soulful improvisations that...
FreeHector Lugo Jazz/Latin Trio
Keys Jazz Bistro 498 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Hector Lugo Jazz/Latin Trio brings deep Caribbean roots and jazz sophistication to Keys Jazz Bistro. Performing under their Trio Caribe project, the ensemble features master Puerto Rican percussionist and vocalist Héctor Lugo alongside Julio de la Cruz on piano and Sam Bevan on acoustic bass. The trio explores an expansive repertoire ranging from tight,...
$40A Sunday Music Cafe
Peña Pachamama 1630 Powell St, San Francisco, United StatesMeet the owners of Peña Pachamama, co-founders of SUKAY & Savia Andina. Every Sunday, Eddy Navia & Quentin Navia invite you into the heart of Peña Pachamama 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆
$10Marissa McLain Jazz
Otherwise Brewing 1402 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesMarissa McLain brings classic jazz vocals to Otherwise Brewing, backed by a rotating group of local musicians. An emerging San Francisco vocalist and poet originally from Oregon, McLain is noted for a warm, rich voice and strong sense of swing; her regular North Beach appearances favor beloved standards and a relaxed Sunday-afternoon jazz atmosphere.
FreeTwango SF
Etcetera Wine Bar 795 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesTwango SF plays every Sunday evening at Etcetera Wine bar. This gypsy jazz group that plays hot swing music in the style of Django Reinhardt.
FreeGavin Holloran Trio
Waystone 1609 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesGavin Halloran Trio at Waystone features the East Bay born and raised Jazz Saxophonist. Halloran’s inspiration comes from the tenormen of old, raised in the sounds of Coleman Hawkins, Ben Webster and Don Byas. Halloran has worked across the scene now for over a decade with the Bay Area’s very best in Straight Ahead. Notable...
FreeCosmo Alleycats Album Release Party
Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesSan Francisco vintage jazz outfit The Cosmo Alleycats celebrate their latest album release with a live performance at Mr. Tipples. Fronted by vocalist Emily Day, the ensemble delivers a vibrant...
$15The Luxomatics
The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesA long-running house favorite at the venue, The Luxomatics return to The Deluxe with a raw, high-spirited mix of early blues, vintage rock and roll, and boogie-woogie. Driven by Sandy Clifford’s gritty vocals and blues harmonica, the seasoned San Francisco outfit delivers foot-stomping rhythm and blues anchored by barrelhouse piano, swinging guitars, and a rock-solid...
$5NO(w) Beauty
Black Cat Jazz Supper Club 400 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesNO(w) Beauty at Black Cat brings the French-American quartet to San Francisco for a four-night residency of poetic, boundary-crossing modern jazz where acoustic lyricism meets electronic texture and classical color. Their acclaimed debut earned honors from Jazz Magazine, Jazz News, the Académie Charles Cros, FIP, and the Académie du Jazz, and their new album (un)Seen...
$20Guajirón Cuban Jam
Live Cuban jam session every 4th Sunday w/Guajirón band at Bissap Baobab! Come to dance or jump in and jam — it's free! Whether you're a musician ready to sit in or a dancer looking for a groove, this night is all about sharing rhythm, culture, and vibes with the community. What to expect:– Open...
FreeRaúl
Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesRaúl Vargas is a Spanish folk‑influenced singer and guitarist appearing at Amélie. Raúl is half of the duo Dos Bandoleros. His sets blend acoustic Spanish folk with Manu Chao‑style groove and feel, creating a relaxed, bohemian atmosphere that fits the wine bar’s intimate Polk Gulch setting.
FreeBohemian Knuckleboogie
Sheba Piano Lounge 1419 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesBohemian Knuckleboogie is a unique San Francisco an eclectic and high-octane mix of Blues, Funk, and Neo-soul playing weekly Sundays at Sheba Piano Lounge. Featuring Elaine Alt on Saxophone, Miles Spearman on Trumpet, Rob Bassinette on Bass, and Gary Williams on Drums. Bohemian Knuckleboogie carries on the torch for former band lead RIP Mike Pitre’s...
FreeThe Tides & Tunes Sessions
The Riptide 3636 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Tides & Tunes Sessions is a monthly concert series hosted by Charlie Kaupp at The Riptide in San Francisco every fourth Sunday of the month from 7:30-10pm. The series is intended to showcase a new pair of musical acts each month. Acts span all genres and styles, but are focused on solo, duos, and...
FreeMagic School Busk Latin Collective
Persona 685 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesCap off your weekend with an electrifying explosion of rhythm as the Magic School Busk Latin Collective takes over Persona every Sunday night. While the "Busk" is famous for their daytime street-side swing in North Beach, their Sunday residency at this sleek Lower Nob Hill lounge pivots into a high-fidelity exploration of the Afro-Latin diaspora....
FreeRotating Bands at the Lion’s Den
Lion's Den 57 Wentworth Pl, San Francisco, CA, United StatesExperience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den. Tucked away on Wentworth Place, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music, featuring a rotating roster...
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OffBeatSF is a hand‑curated calendar of San Francisco’s off‑beat live culture—jazz and blues, intimate concerts, poetry readings, and neighborhood art events. We do the digging so you can see everything in one place and know where to go tonight when you want to really listen.
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