Live Music

Name: Peninsula Project
Start: 2026-09-09T20:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-09T23:00:00-07:00
Location: Comstock Saloon

September 2026
Patrick Wolff Quartet
September 8 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Patrick Wolff Quartet

Dawn Club 10 Annie St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Patrick Wolff is a saxophone and clarinet player with a long history in the jazz scenes of New York City and San Francisco. He has performed or recorded with Albert "Tootie" Heath, Matt Wilson, Grant Stewart, Louis Moholo-Moholo, Dena Derose, and many other jazz greats. Since moving to San Francisco in 2009, Wolff has played and recorded regularly in the bands of Marcus Shelby, Richard Sears, Graham Connah, Adam Shulman, and Diana Gameros. Outside of the jazz world, he has had an eclectic mix of work including long stints in West African pop/funk group Asiko, prog metal band Kayo Dot, and […]
Free
The North Beach Django
September 8 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Paris 75 515 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United States
Transport yourself to a 1930s sidewalk café in Montmartre as North Beach Django takes residency at Paris 75 every Tuesday. Located on the edge of the historic Broadway corridor, this charming French lounge provides the perfect backdrop for the "Hot Club" sound. With its selection of authentic French cocktails and wines, the venue feels less like a San Francisco bar and more like a secret sanctuary for lovers of European jazz and vintage aesthetics. The Sound: North Beach Django delivers an authentic exploration of Jazz Manouche (Gypsy Jazz). Their sound is defined by the "pumping" rhythm of acoustic guitars and soaring, […]
Free
Kitten on the Keys
September 8 @ 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm Kitten on the Keys

The Rite Spot 2099 Folsom Street at 17th Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Join us at The Rite Spot for an evening with Suzanne Ramsey, a.k.a. "Kitten on the Keys" Her songbook is deep and wide. Pianist, accordionist, and singer she plays a delicious smorgasbord of styles and eras. Kitschy cabaret originals, bawdy blues, unexpected covers and forgotten gems of yesteryear! Swing on by to enjoy this night...
Free
Wayne de la Cruz
September 8 @ 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm Wayne de la Cruz

Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge 3202 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Wayne De La Cruz is an acclaimed jazz keyboardist and Hammond B3 organist based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Free
Lucky Strike
September 8 @ 9:30 pm - 1:30 am

The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
Lucky Strike, led by guitarist and bandleader Joe Lococo, appears at The Saloon in North Beach with a set that draws on blues, jazz, and rock & roll. The band features Richard McDonough on drums and vocals, Derek Evans on vocals, Joe Lococo on guitar and vocals. The group reflects Lococo’s long experience in the Bay Area scene as both sideman and bandleader, bringing that background into a bar-focused live setting.
Free
Jose Simioni Trio
September 9 @ 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
Jose Simioni Trio's improvisational jazz performance at the Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Ron Estrada on vocals and guitar.
Free
Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander
September 9 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander

The Grove 690 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander bring a taste of San Diego's acclaimed soul-jazz scene to The Grove, performing as an intimate duo drawn from their six-piece band Tori Roze and The Hot Mess. Roze is a vocalist of rare range and imagination, weaving together influences from Michael Jackson, Erykah Badu, Ella Fitzgerald, Björk, and musical theatre into something wholly her own. Alexander complements her with inventive guitar work that bends standard chord structures and time signatures into rich, atmospheric landscapes — together earning the band seven San Diego Music Award nominations and a glowing verdict from the San Diego Troubadour: "This […]
Free
Le Jazz Hot
September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Scopo Divino 2800 California St #101, San Francisco, CA, United States
Le Jazz Hot, the local trio/quartet incarnation of the Hot Club of San Francisco, brings spirited Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli-style jazz to Scopo Divino every Wednesday from 6:00–9:00 PM. Led by guitarist Paul “Pazzo” Mehling, the group channels the acoustic string swing of 1930s Paris—often with guitar, bass, clarinet, and violin—in a dinner-and-wine setting with no cover.
Free
Lara Louise
September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lara Louise

North Beach Restaurant 1512 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Lara Louise brings a sultry blend of jazz, bossa nova, and folk-inflected songcraft to North Beach Restaurant. The Dutch-born vocalist and guitarist sings in English and French, shaping classic American Songbook and French repertoire with influences ranging from Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen to Astrud Gilberto and Madeleine Peyroux.
Free
Mike Keneally and Beer For Dolphins
September 9 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Biscuits & Blues 401 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Mike Keneally and Beer For Dolphins at Biscuits & Blues brings the guitarist, keyboardist, vocalist, and composer’s wildly inventive progressive-rock project to an intimate San Francisco stage. A member of Frank Zappa’s final touring band and a longtime collaborator with Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Mastodon, and Dethklok, Keneally leads a quintet that combines intricate arrangements, sharp musical humor, virtuosic ensemble playing, and spontaneous improvisation. Two shows: 6:30-8pm and 8:30-10pm Tickets: $30-65
$30
King David
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Black Cat Jazz Supper Club 400 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA, United States
King David at Black Cat brings the Lagos-born, San Francisco-based vocalist and his full band for a night of voice-led, genre-bending soul that runs through gospel fire, jazz harmony, funk pocket, Afrobeat propulsion, rock abandon, and folk honesty. His voice moves from church-born intensity to falsetto shimmer, built around songs that turn ache into movement. He's backed by bassist Mark Ligonde, drummer Rich Newell, guitarist Chili Corder, and Joe Maier.
$20
Naama
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States
New York vocalist Naama brings her elegant, emotionally direct take on classic jazz to Mr. Tipple’s, joined by Charles Chen on piano, Nico Martinez on bass, and Brian Fishler on drums. The program draws from her forthcoming album Songs From The Road, using standards-inspired storytelling to trace travel’s anticipation, excitement, solitude, and longing; Naama’s style is rooted in the songcraft of Rodgers and Hart, Fields and Hugh, and Cole Porter. Tickets: $15-20
$15
Robert Kennedy
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Robert Kennedy

Keys Jazz Bistro 498 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United States
Robert Kennedy leads a Hammond B-3 quartet at Keys Jazz Bistro with Tom Griesser on tenor sax, Kelyn Crapp on guitar, and Joe Kelner on drums. A Bay Area resident since 1988 and former SFJAZZ Monday Night Band pianist, Kennedy draws on the groove-rich soul jazz and hard bop of Jimmy Smith, Jack McDuff, Charles Earland, Lee Morgan, Horace Silver, and Herbie Hancock; his 2018 Hammond-led album Closer to Home reached No. 1 on the RMR jazz chart.
$40
The Charles Unger Experience
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Charles Unger Experience

Ti Piacera 1507 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Join us for a high-energy evening of soulful jazz and funk with the Charles Unger Experience at Ti Piacera! Performing every other Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, the legendary San Francisco saxophonist Charles Unger brings his signature blend of passion and virtuosity to the stage. Known for his charismatic stage presence and explosive playing, Charles Unger leads a band that bridges the gap between classic jazz and contemporary grooves. The Charles Unger Experience is more than just a jazz set; it is a vibrant musical journey featuring soulful melodies, driving rhythms, and intricate improvisation. Whether he is playing a […]
Free
Open Jazz Jam, Swing, Country, Manouche, Blues, and Standards
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Open Jazz Jam, Swing, Country, Manouche, Blues, and Standards

The Liberties 998 Guerrero St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Every Wednesday Mark Brazil hosts an open jam at The Liberties in the Mission. Come by for a hang, a bit, a drink, a dance, or the opportunity to play with some fantastic local talent. Bring your horn, strings, keys or voice. Friendly to all levels of playing.
Free
David Parker Quintet
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm David Parker Quintet

Sheba Piano Lounge 1419 Filmore St, San Francisco, CA, United States
The David Parker Quintet is a Bay Area jazz ensemble led by bassist and arranger David Parker, appearing at Sheba Piano Lounge in the Fillmore. Centered on the true jazz tradition, the group focuses on bebop and hard‑bop repertoire associated with classic Blue Note and Prestige recordings, emphasizing driving swing, intricate harmonies, and lyrical improvisation. A longtime mainstay at Sheba, Parker’s quintet is known for polished, acoustically rich sets that match the lounge’s intimate, Ethiopian‑inspired setting and attentive listening crowd.
Free
Wacky Wednesday
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Wacky Wednesday

Jack Kerouac Alley San Francisco, CA, United States
Wacky Wednesdays in Kerouac Alley brings a wildly creative outdoor rock and punk party to one of San Francisco's most legendary blocks every Wednesday from mid-June through Halloween, 7–10pm. Sponsored by the iconic Vesuvio Cafe and hosted by artist Jeremy Fish and Freddie Levy, this rotating lineup of rock and punk bands transforms the historic alley into an only-in-North-Beach evening where the rebellious spirit of the Beats lives on in the most delightfully loud and unpredictable way. Come early, stay late, and expect the unexpected.
Free
Stella Heath
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Stella Heath at The Deluxe showcases one of the Bay Area’s most compelling jazz vocalists, known for her warm, story-centered delivery, supple swing, and command of a wide repertoire. Since emerging on the local scene in 2014, Heath has led projects spanning Django Reinhardt–influenced Gypsy jazz, early jazz and swing, and her acclaimed Billie Holiday Project; her 2026 debut album, For Billie, deepens that exploration of Holiday’s legacy.
$10
The Good Bad
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Hi-Lo Club 1423 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States
The Good Bad at Hi-Lo Club brings the San Francisco newgrass band’s high-octane mix of three-part harmonies, virtuoso string-band playing, and a distinctly modern edge to Polk Street. Formed in 2010, the group stretches bluegrass toward folk, country, rock ’n’ roll, and punky Americana, making a lively fit for Hi-Lo’s relaxed neighborhood-bar atmosphere.
Free
Beer with Soul
September 9 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Beers with Soul

Otherwise Brewing 1402 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
For over a decade Otherwise Brewing has hosted Beer with Soul with the mega talented Booker D. Beers With Soul pairs DJ Booker D’s all-vinyl 45 RPM selections with Otherwise Brewing’s North Beach taproom, delivering an easygoing evening of soul, R&B, and deep-cut grooves alongside gluten-free craft beer.
Free
Magic School Busk
September 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Magic School Busk

Persona 685 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Turn your midweek slump into a vibe at Persona SF! Every Wednesday at 8 PM, the Magic School Busk brings an electrifying fusion of Funk, Soul, Latin, Afro, and more to keep the energy high all night long. Let the rhythm elevate your evening as this dynamic collective delivers a genre-blending experience that’s impossible to ignore. Whether you're sipping on our signature cocktails or simply soaking in the sounds, Wednesdays at Persona are your new weekly ritual.
Free
Jazz Jam Session
September 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Stookey’s Blue Room 891 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, United States
This is a drop in jazz jam session, led by rotating musicians. Come catch the next generation of jazz cats and be transported back in time to the 1920’s.
Free
Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den
September 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lion's Den 57 Wentworth Pl, San Francisco, CA, United States
Experience 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 of the city’s up and coming funk, soul, and R&B ensembles. The Sound: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the stage belongs to a curated selection of live bands. The rotation frequently features bands such as Mark Maiden, Funky Sound Experience, Jay Neal, The Groove Foundation, […]
Free
Arthur Khu
September 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Arthur Khu

Dawn Club 10 Annie St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Arthur Khu is a world-renowned pianist whose remarkable virtuosity and artistry draws inspiration from Keith Jarrett, Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter as well composers such as Chopin and Debussy. Collaborating with some of California’s finest musicians, his music is always intense, emotional, and driving.
Peninsula Project
September 9 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Peninsula Project

Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
The Peninsula Project brings its high-energy, trombone-led jazz to Comstock Saloon. Featuring Rick Brown on trombone, Jeremy Leber on piano, Carl Herder on bass, and Garry Williams on drums, the quartet combines swinging standards, bluesy grooves, and boogie-woogie rhythms in the historic North Beach venue.
Free