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BROWN & Boujee – San Francisco’s Premium Desi Pop Night With DJ Prashant

BROWN & Boujee – San Francisco’s Premium Desi Pop Night With DJ Prashant

Sun, May 31, 4:00 AM
From Bollywood Dance Parties for Bay Area Desi Bipoc LGBT+ Allies
3.9

**[🎟 GET YOUR TICKETS NOW 🎟](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brown-boujee-san-franciscos-premium-desi-pop-night-with-dj-prashant-tickets-1988149935978?aff=Meetup)** 𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐖𝐍 & 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐣𝐞𝐞 – 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢 𝐏𝐨𝐩 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ✨ – 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨 Brown & Boujee Desi Pop night at Paname SF—if you’re not on the dance floor, you’re just watching everyone else live your explore page. When you’ve been waiting for a night that actually feels like your explore page, the universe delivers with DJ Prashant taking over one of North Beach’s most stylish new nightlife spaces. ▲ 𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐖𝐍 & 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐣𝐞𝐞 \| 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢 𝐏𝐨𝐩 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ▲ This one’s for us—a space for our people, the new generation of South Asians taking over the city, steered by the inimitable DJ Prashant. At Paname SF, if you’re not on the dance floor, you’re just watching it on your feed. 🎵 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 – 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 All night long, we’re honoring the modern global diaspora: Global Punjabi anthems (Karan Aujla, Diljit Dosanjh) Dark & moody Desi trap (AP Dhillon, Talwiinder) UK Asian underground and modern fusion Exclusive club edits and mashups crafted for this floor This isn’t a throwback night and it’s not your typical Bollywood party. This is the new wave of Desi Pop—blending South Asian cultural pride with the swagger of modern hip‑hop, R&B, and pop, curated to keep you dancing from 9 PM to 1:30 AM. 🟡 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 Time: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM Music: Desi Pop all night with DJ Prashant 🎵 Age: 21+ only (valid ID required) Dress Code: Upscale nightlife attire. Dress to impress. Own the room. 👗🤵 📍 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 – 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐅 Paname SF, 523 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States A French‑inspired nightclub and live music venue in North Beach, blending Las Vegas‑style energy with Parisian elegance, complete with state‑of‑the‑art sound and lighting for premium nightlife experiences. 📸 WHAT DO OUR PARTIES LOOK LIKE? Scroll down or click here for more party photos: https://www.facebook.com/jaihodanceparty/photos_albums 🎧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐉 & 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 – 𝐃𝐉 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 We aren’t just bringing you a playlist; we’re bringing you an experience. Prepare to be moved by DJ Prashant—an iconic performer and master of the crowd—known for viral mashups, exclusive genre‑blending sets, and highly interactive dance‑floor energy. An ex‑Intel engineer turned DJ, choreographer, singer, and event producer, he doesn’t just play tracks, he curates moments—with 20M+ YouTube views and 50K+ subscribers and a mission to bring cultures together and keep you dancing longer than you thought possible. Instagram: https://instagram.com/dreamprashant TEDx talk, story, music & dance videos: https://linktr.ee/dreamprashant ✨ 𝐂𝐨‑𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 – 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬 Alpha Colors is an influential Bay Area creative collective known for bringing vibrant energy, art, and style to music events across the region. From unique visual experiences to community‑focused collaborations, they transform ordinary parties into immersive, must‑attend gatherings. Instagram: https://instagram.com/bayarea_alphacolors 🟢 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐬 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Photos and videos captured during this event may be shared on our social media platforms and used to promote future events; you may receive an email with party photos and be added to our mailing list. Bollywood Dreams reserves the right to use media captured at the event anywhere without seeking prior permission. We are not liable or responsible for any injury or theft during or after the event. No refunds or chargebacks. ❤️ 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 When not hosting our own dance nights, we love DJ’ing weddings, private, and corporate events. Connect via http://dreamsperfected.com if you want to collaborate on a Brown & Boujee‑level celebration of your own.

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Japanese-English language exchange Berkeley

Japanese-English language exchange Berkeley

Wed, May 27, 12:00 AM
From Japanese English Language Exchange Berkeley
4.8

Make international friends & speak in Japanese and English. Members of all ages, from university students to working adults, are welcome to participate. 現役の大学生から社会人まで幅広い年齢の方が参加します。 どなたでも参加可能です! 是非お越し下さい!お待ちしております。 Please order a drink directly upon arrival to participate (beer or soft drinks etc.)

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Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

Sat, Jun 6, 12:30 AM
From " ¡ ᗯᗩᑎTEᗪ TO ᗪO TᕼᗩT . . . ᒍᑌᔕT ᑎOT ᗩᒪOᑎE ! ! ! ℠ " Nor Cal
4.4

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

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Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!

Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!

Sat, Jun 6, 2:00 AM
From " Ⓒulture, Ⓒuisine, Ⓒocktails, Ⓒoffee & Ⓒonvos = Ⓒommunity'
4.5

***¡¡¡ Pura Vida !!!*** Come alone, leave with friends! This is what Meetup is all about. Being able to join and do what you wanted to do . . just not alone. We are going to Costa Rica for 9 nights/10 days of exploration and tropical adventures. . . . **Best Meetup ever!**! To see how fun it is . . . Here are photos from when we did go before [https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9](https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9) Costa Rica is a playground for the adventurous and an eco-tourist's dream! It is an unspoiled tropical paradise. * Beautiful beaches * Rainforest biodiversity * Misty volcanoes * Roaring rivers * Lush jungles * Exotic flora and fauna * And more!! **And we are going there to enjoy it, learn about it and make memories of a lifetime!** This event is a true Meetup. We are creating it from scratch, and bringing like-minded people together on this adventure. Along the way making lifelong memories and friendships. Together . . . let’s make a Meetup to remember! * Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano * Selvatura Zip Line Canopy Tour * Guided visit to Finca Luna Nueva Farm * Caño Negro Refuge Tour/Visit * Rio Frio Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour * Hanging Bridges Walking Tour * Ecotermales Hot Springs * Monteverde Night Walk Tour * Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour (daytime) * River Floating Tour * Tamarindo Beach * Sunset Sailing * Snorkeling Tour * And more! For a detailed Day By Day itinerary **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) **Land Tour cost $3350 per person, double occupancy** (we match roommates for those traveling solo, and most of us are doing just that). If you want your own room: **Solo occupancy additional $950** The only way to secure your spot for this meetup is a $300 deposit that is refundable up to 90 days before departure. **[Click here for secure deposit link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/24X2UREP9XPKC)** When you make a deposit be sure to fill out this [ATTENDEES FORM](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11uywUNCIB5ONrpZ-gU_4mk3bvpc4p_nhhL3ewsbkC5A/edit)**.** As we mentioned, . . . the cost is $3350. This is for the "Land" portion only. Airfare is not included. This gives you the flexibility to have a flight with timing that works best for you. Or to use points/miles. I can also help arranging your airfare. To receive an offer, **[CLICK HERE and send me a message.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** **What is Included in this trip:** * **9 Nights hotel accommodation** * **9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.** * **Meet & Greet at the airport.** * **Pick-up from airport to our hotel, and hotel to airport at the end of the trip** * **Transportation throughout the trip** * **Private naturalist English speaking tour guide** * **All entrance fees and tours mentioned in the itinerary day-by-day description** * **Daily water bottles for the group** * **Hotel and Added Value Tax** Does not include: ***x*** *International Airfare* ***x*** *Meals other than specified* ***x*** *Optional Tours* ***x*** *All items of personal nature (telephone calls, Laundry, room service, etc.)* ***x*** *Tipping for tour guides and drivers* **Want more info?** **[Click Here to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)** **OR** **RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.** **OR** **[CLICK HERE to send me a message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** Whatever is easiest for you! *Still have questions?* **We do a Q & A Zoom once a month.** **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/)** for our Q & A Zoom. RSVP on that event to get a reminder for the zoom. [Click here for the ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)**[MAIN ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/288444641/)[location of this event on Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)** RSVP there to post any discussion and to get notice of any comments and discussions. As well as any updates and reminders **We believe in good decent social.** **SOT 2000318-10** **[Click Here to see all our other events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events)**

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Great Music Belongs to Everyone

Great Music Belongs to Everyone

Sun, May 31, 2:00 AM
From " Ⓒulture, Ⓒuisine, Ⓒocktails, Ⓒoffee & Ⓒonvos = Ⓒommunity'
4.5

The **Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra & Chorus** has always believed that great music shouldn't be reserved for a single concert hall — and this spring, that belief takes center stage. Maestro Urs Leonhardt Steiner leads the full orchestra and chorus in two Bay Area performances of Carl Orff's iconic Carmina Burana, paired with Vivaldi's Gloria and excerpts from The Four Seasons. **Featuring:** Gabrielle Goozee-Nichols, Soprano; Anne Richnavsky, Soprano; Hilary Hecht, Soprano; Alodiah Lunar, Mezzo-Soprano; Jack Wilkins, Tenor; Harlan Hays, Baritone **Special Guests:** Areté Singers · Golden Gate Boys Choir · San Francisco Boys Chorus · Voena Children's Choir The program continues this summer at Festival Scuol Classics in Scuol, Switzerland.

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Gamebridge Game Development Meetup

Gamebridge Game Development Meetup

Thu, May 28, 2:00 AM
From Noisebridge Hackerspace
4.7

THE MEETUP IS HAPPENING IN PERSON AND ONLINE VIA STREAMING ON OUR DISCORD SERVER. (https://discord.gg/R9GkDjk) IN THE "Church Classroom" CHANNEL. Learn to make games, music and art in free beginner-friendly class meetups with tutorials! (https://gamebridgeu.wordpress.com/tutorials) and projects (https://gamebridgeu.wordpress.com/projects). WHEN: 7-9ish PM PST Wednesdays WHERE: Noisebridge Hackerspace, (https://noisebridge.net) 272 Capp St, San Francisco, CA 94110 WE ARE IN THE DISCORD!! ^__^ https://discord.gg/R9GkDjk • Noisebridge Hackerspace Meeting (https://noisebridge.net/meeting): 7-7:30pm every Tuesday. meet Noisebridge members & participate in the broader community! • What to bring: a laptop, Unity, Unreal, Godot, or any game engine of choice, game, art and music tools!(http://gamebridgeu.wordpress.com/resources). .

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Not all cultural interests may have active groups in every area of San Francisco. It's good to check regularly or use Meetup to start your own group if you see a gap.