Cultural Celebrations San Francisco

San Francisco State University - Day of The Dead Concierto & Fiesta!

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Music, Memory, and Fiesta Join the Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra & Chorus for an hour of moving music under Music Director Urs Leonhardt Steiner — then let the party begin! Stay for a full-on fiesta: with music, dancing, delicacies, and a community altar honoring loved ones. Dress up in color and celebrate life and your loved ones with the Golden Gate Symphony! Benicia Clocktower – Sat, 10/31/26, 2pm SF State McKenna Theatre – Sun, 11/1/26, 2pm Discounts for seniors & youth & SFSU students & faculty https://sfsu.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1724

Sunset Disco Dandiya SF City Hall with ®️ BKB

Celtic New Year Céilí 2026

You are invited to come celebrate the Celtic New Year with us on **Sunday, November 8**, with lots of dances and lots of dancers! We are having a big, traditional Irish dance night (known as a *céilí*) in the largest ballroom of the United Irish Cultural Center in San Francisco. There will be a mix of set and ceili dances for all skill levels – complete beginners are welcome to join! Live traditional Irish music will be performed by **TBD**. Please feel free to bring a treat to share during break time. Tea and coffee will be provided. Admission (cash or credit card at the door): * **$15** for Comhaltas members. If you are not yet a member, **[join here](https://sfcooleykeegancce.org/misc/join_cceck.html)**! * **$20** for non-members *This event is hosted by the [San Francisco Cooley-Keegan branch](http://sf.ccewest.org) of [Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann](https://comhaltas.ie), the international organization dedicated to promoting Irish culture.* *** **How to find us:** The ceili is on the 2nd floor in St. Patrick's Room (the large ballroom). Entrance will be from the REAR of the UICC through Wawona Gates on Wawona Street and up the steps from the parking lot. Elevator access will also be open.

🎉🌮 Cheers to Teddy’s Excellent Adventure! Happy Hour in San Mateo

One of our longtime New Beginnings friends, **Teddy, is starting a new adventure!** She’ll soon be trading San Mateo for **Roseville, California**, and we’d love to send her off with plenty of smiles, hugs, good conversation—and maybe a margarita or two. 🍹 Come join us for a casual **Happy Hour at Celia’s Mexican Restaurant** as we celebrate Teddy, share some memories, and wish her all the best in her new home. 📅 **Wednesday, October 21** 🕔 **5:00–7:00 PM** 📍 **Celia’s Mexican Restaurant** 504 Peninsula Avenue, San Mateo Drop in anytime between 5:00 and 7:00 and stay as long as you like. Order whatever food or drinks you’d like and enjoy some time catching up with Teddy and other New Beginnings friends. Celia’s has a full Mexican menu, appetizers, margaritas, sangria, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks—plenty of choices for a festive Happy Hour. 🌮🍹 **Let’s give Teddy a wonderful New Beginnings send-off as she begins her next chapter in Roseville!** 💛 We hope you can join us! 🤗 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🚗 **Parking** There is a small lot west of the restaurant. After it is full, there is street parking and the Safeway/Starbuck's lot at Delaware and Peninsula Avenues. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🔷 **See our Group Guidelines [HERE](https://sites.google.com/view/new-beginnings-guidelines/home)** *❤️* ***Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026*** *We’re a volunteer-led group, and member contributions help cover annual Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. See our* ***[2026 contributor list](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FhXm1V0hEuWSbuOMivlLUqTm3JaCPD6VSOzg3ZrAJyE/edit?usp=sharing).*** *Please make your annual $20 contribution for 2026 by giving cash with your name to the host at an in-person event. (Contributions are not tax-deductible.) As a thank-you, you can opt in to receive one-way group text updates with reminders and last-minute announcements. New here? Enjoy a few events first, then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!* ❤️ ***Liability Reminder*** *By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and fellow participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home.*

[Festival] World of Dumplings

**World of Dumplings** *World of Dumplings* is a festival organized by *Asians are Strong*. Tickets are free, but dumplings are not. This is the third year of this festival at the Ferry Building. a few dozen vendors will showcase their various dumplings from around the world, many cuisines will be represented celebrating the cultures of many asian countries and others including Italy and Spain. This is a large festival, so it is loosely organized, we'll meet around 11:00a at the western front doors near Peaches Patties. I'll have a flag, I will also have a discussion channel created for this event on WhatsApp in the San Francisco Foodies group, so people can point out great finds, posting in this event's comments is also recommended. **Minutiae** Tickets are free, and can be purchased at [World of Dumplings 2026](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-of-dumplings-2026-tickets-1997773482264) **History** Started by *Asians are Strong* in 2024, this is the third year at the San Francisco Ferry building, last year was a lot of fun. From their site: *What to expect:* * *Dumplings from all over the world* * *25+ restaurant vendors* * *Eating contests* * *Cooking demos* * *Beer garden* * *Raffle prizes* * *Dumpling trivia* * *Family activities* * *Performances* * *Music* * *And more exciting new additions to be announced!* Administratriva Estimated Cost (of Entree or three course meal) *Dress is smart casual*

Apna Chulha

Happy Hour and Language Practice in the Mission

🎈 🎉 🎊 FOURTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF MEET UP EN ESPAÑOL 🎊 🎉 🎈 NOV 5th

🎊 🎉 CUMPLIMOS CUATRO AÑOS!!! It’s been four years since we started this endeavor!!!!! Acompáñanos a celebrar nuestro cuarto aniversario! Participa de juegos, conversaciones, rifas gratis y mucha celebración. No te lo pierdas! Para que nos encuentres, la mesa tendrá los globos rojos 🎈 🎈 Safe parking behind the venue across the Street

Thursday Kirtan and Supper

#### Thursday, 6:30–8:00 PM KIRTAN & SUPPER * Kirtan, or mantra meditation, is a call-and-response chanting practice, blending sacred mantras with music and dancing. It fosters ecstatic joy and deep collective participation. No experience needed. Suggested donation: $15. **Registration is not required.** Bhakti SF [https://bhaktisf.com/](https://bhaktisf.com/) 3250 17th Street San Francisco, CA 94110

SF Halloween Party for 21-49

Prepare for a night of wicked beats, dark waters, and pulse-pounding energy at an exciting new venue in the heart of San Francisco’s Marina District! A live DJ will be spinning high-tempo tracks to keep the energy electric from the first beat at 9:00 pm until the final track at 1:30 AM. Halloween the right way. Meet new friends, **21-49**. **WHEN:** Saturday\, October 31\, 2026\, \| 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM **WHERE**: [Eria Marina](https://www.eria.co/), 2300 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123 **[DISCOUNT TICKETS](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-party-for-single-professionals-21-49-tickets-1999052946175?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true):** * Early Bird: $30 *(Best value—available for a short time only)* * Last Minute: $50 *(For the late planners)* * At the Door: $60 (if space permits). * Tickets are limited. If you want to buy tickets, please click **[HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-party-for-single-professionals-21-49-tickets-1999052946175?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)**. Your RSVP on meetup is NOT a ticket and you will need to purchase a ticket at the door if space is available. CO-SPONSORED by *The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area*, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit [The Seva Foundation](https://www.seva.org/), to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at [[www.thepartyhotline.com](http://www.thepartyhotline.com/)](). · [Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speed-dating-for-40s50s-at-fun-union-square-hotel-tickets-1995325455149?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Oct 10, San Francisco · [Master Speed Dating!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/master-speed-dating-online-seminar-for-men-tickets-2000213001933?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) Online Seminar, all ages, Oct 11 · [Salsa Saturday!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-saturday-tickets-2001938799841?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) All ages, Oct 17, Novato · [Single and Ready to Mingle](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-and-ready-to-mingle-50-tickets-1998161677366?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon · [Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asian-singles-those-who-love-them-tickets-2002848833777?keep_tld=true), all ages, Oct 18, Los Gatos · [Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfosadt-doubletree-san-francisco-airport-south-blvd/), Oct 25, South San Francisco · [Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooftop-party-at-lovely-napa-hotel-tickets-2001262960387?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40+, Oct 25, Napa · [Fresh Start Social](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fresh-start-social-for-divorced-or-separated-tickets-2002479534192?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-party-for-single-professionals-21-49-tickets-1999052946175?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-costume-party-dance-for-single-professionals-50-tickets-1999054831815?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley · Halloween Party, adults of all ages, Oct 31, Silicon Valley (TBA) · [Peninsula 50+ Mixer](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peninsula-mixer-for-50-tickets-1999055415561?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Nov 1, Burlingame · [Sonoma Wine Country Tasting & Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sonoma-wine-country-wine-tasting-party-for-single-professionals-tickets-2002850867861?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40+, Nov 5, Windsor · [Silicon Valley Speed Dating](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silicon-valley-speed-dating-for-40s50s-tickets-2002851209884?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40s/50s, Nov 11, Palo Alto · [Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asian-singles-those-who-love-them-tickets-2002765438339?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), adults of all ages, Nov 15, Newark/Fremont · Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon · Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell FOLLOW US ON **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/singlesbayarea/)**. **[VIDEO](https://www.instagram.com/p/DETWrxSvvvW/)** from our New Years Eve Bash. PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including *Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google*, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.

Halloween Costume Party & Dance for 50+

Halloween always boasts the year’s best party! Everyone is so much less-inhibited. This year we celebrate at a lovely restaurant right on the water at Harbor Point Tennis Club, where the world’s top tennis players compete each year! Meet new friends, 50+ and compete for prizes for the best costumes (optional). Dance to your favorite hits with Top [DJ Darryl K](http://www.djdarrylk.com/)! PLEASE NOTE: We have 3 Halloween parties this year, all on Oct 31! · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-party-for-single-professionals-21-49-tickets-1999052946175?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-costume-party-dance-for-single-professionals-50-tickets-1999054831815?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley · Halloween Party, all ages, Oct 31, Silicon Valley. Details soon. **[DISCOUNT TICKETS](http://xn--halloween%20always%20boasts%20the%20years%20best%20party!%20everyone%20is%20so%20much%20less-inhibited-6f49d./)**: * **Early Bird:** $30 *(Best value—available for a short time only)* * **Last Minute:** $50 *(For the late planners)* * **At the Door:** $60 *(if space is available)* RSVP does NOT guarantee admission, only if you purchase an advance ticket online. WHERE: **[Lighthouse Restaurant at Harbor Point](https://lighthouse-restaurants.com/)**, 475 E Strawberry Dr, Mill Valley CA. Free parking! WHEN: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 8-11pm. CO-SPONSORED by *The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area*, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit [The Seva Foundation](https://www.seva.org/), to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at [[www.thepartyhotline.com](http://www.thepartyhotline.com/)](). · [Silicon Valley Speed Dating](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silicon-valley-speed-dating-for-30s40s-tickets-1998025308483?aff=oddtdtcreator), 30s/40s, Oct 1, Santa Clara · [50 & Fabulous, 50+](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/50-fabulous-party-for-single-professionals-50-tickets-1995324979727?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Oct 3, San Francisco · [Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speed-dating-for-40s50s-at-fun-union-square-hotel-tickets-1995325455149?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Oct 10, San Francisco · [Master Speed Dating!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/master-speed-dating-online-seminar-for-men-tickets-2000213001933?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) Online Seminar, all ages, Oct 11 · [Salsa Saturday!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-saturday-tickets-2001938799841?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) All ages, Oct 17, Novato · [Single and Ready to Mingle](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-and-ready-to-mingle-50-tickets-1998161677366?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon · [Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfosadt-doubletree-san-francisco-airport-south-blvd/), Oct 25, South San Francisco · [Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooftop-party-at-lovely-napa-hotel-tickets-2001262960387?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40+, Oct 25, Napa · [Fresh Start Social](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fresh-start-social-for-divorced-or-separated-tickets-2002479534192?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), adults of all ages, Oct 29, San Francisco · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-party-for-single-professionals-21-49-tickets-1999052946175?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-costume-party-dance-for-single-professionals-50-tickets-1999054831815?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley · Halloween Party, all ages, Oct 31, Silicon Valley · [Peninsula 50+ Mixer](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peninsula-mixer-for-50-tickets-1999055415561?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Nov 1, Burlingame · Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, Nov15, all ages, FremontNewark · Marin Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, Tiburon · Silicon Valley Christmas Mixer, 50+, Dec 15, Campbell FOLLOW US ON **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/singlesbayarea/)**. **[VIDEO](https://www.instagram.com/p/DETWrxSvvvW/)** from our New Years Eve Bash. PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including *Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google*, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.

2026 International Mahjong Festival

# International Mahjong Festival:Around the World Through Mahjong Mahjong is so much more than a game. For generations and across cultures, it has brought people together to connect, learn, laugh, and share traditions around the table. ​ The International Mahjong Festival will celebrate the many ways Mahjong is played around the world, with Mahjong demonstrations and play, cultural experiences, international food, Mahjong-related vendors, community partners, auction, and plenty of Mahjong love! Tickets now on sale! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003100213661?aff=oddtdtcreator For more information: https://www.marinmahjong.com/2026-international-mahjong-festival ## One Game. Many Traditions. One Community. Join us for a one-of-a-kind celebration of Mahjong, culture, food, and community as we explore the many ways this beloved game is played around the world. The International Mahjong Festival brings together players, instructors, and enthusiasts representing a variety of Mahjong traditions, including: 🀄 Chinese Mahjong 🀄 American Mahjongg 🀄 Japanese Riichi Mahjong 🀄 Taiwanese Mahjong 🀄 Filipino Mahjong 🀄 Malaysian Mahjong 🀄 And other regional styles Whether you're a seasoned player, Mahjong-curious, or simply interested in experiencing different cultures, this festival offers a unique opportunity to discover the rich history, traditions, food and variations of Mahjong from around the globe. ​ ### What to Expect 🌏 Learn about different Mahjong styles and their origins 🀄 Watch demonstrations and participate in beginner-friendly introductions 🎲 Meet players from a variety of Mahjong communities 🀀 Enjoy Social Play tables available for drop in play of all styles of Mahjong demonstrated 🍜 Savor international food from local food vendors and food carts 🎟️ Food tickets available for purchase and redemption at participating vendors 🤝 Connect with fellow Mahjong lovers and cultural enthusiasts ### Play, Connect & Give Back The Festival is also a community fundraiser, supporting programs and opportunities for youth, teens, adults, and seniors through Mill Valley Recreation. Proceeds will benefit Mill Valley Recreation’s scholarship program, helping individuals and families throughout Southern Marin access recreation and enrichment programs that might otherwise be out of reach. From Mahjong and bridge to summer camps, swim lessons, recreation programs, and so much more, these offerings create opportunities for people of all ages to learn, stay active, experience culture, make connections, and build community.