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The Level productions bring DJ Karol for a magical night of Brazilian tribal circuit music.

SF's DJ Danek opens the night with his iconic sound that always brings the energy to get the party pumping.

Gorgeous gogoboys set the dance floor on fire dressed is dreamland styled costumes.

Dress in theme to make DREAMLAND come to life this MLK weekend at MAXXXIMUS.

21+ with ID only

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*MLK WEEKEND* Saturday, January 17: HEIDI N CLOSET (RPDR) @ Big Top Saturday

A Homo Disco Circus hosted by Hera Wynn with the Bay Area’s best drag performers and Rupaul’s Drag Race stars!

Joining us under the BIG TOP (now on a monthly Saturday!) is Rupaul's Drag Race superstar HEIDI N CLOSET for a holiday spectacular drag show and dance party only at BEAUX in the Castro on Saturday Jan 17th

Dance before and after the show to the best pop dance video hits while the BEAUXTORIOUS gogo boys show off for you.

HEIDI N CLOSET

HERA WYNN
MILITIA SCUNT
MERCEDEZ MUNRO
JAYMELAH MOORE
UNIEKE MOORE

No Cover before 8pm | Meet and Greet @ 8:30pm | Drag Show @ 9:30 | Then dance the night away!

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*MLK WEEKEND* Sunday, January 18: POPPER SLUT DISCO (A Hedonistic Underwear Dance Party)

Kicking off MLK Weekend and going off every Sunday after that is the fan favorite party POPPER SLUT DISCO!

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1. Don't miss out on the shade. Get your VIP ticket now with a complimentary photo with Kori King and seating during the viewing party to catch all the drama.

Melanie Sparks and Hera Wynn host the wildest, most gag worthy Drag Race viewing party in the Castro, only at Beaux.

The comic, electric show is different each time, with the Queens taking on everything from Disney princesses to pop stars. 

The self-styled "safe space" is stylish and modern, with a large front room with booths, a pool table and plenty of bar seating, and additional tables in an alcove at the back. Get ready to be entertained by an array of the most talented drag performers in the Bay Area while indulging on bottles of champagne, mimosas, boozy drink specials, spirit-free mocktails, and a taqueria brunch provided by our neighbors at Taco Boys.

Our drag brunches are the perfect way to kickstart (or end!) your weekend in the heart of the vibrant and historic Castro district of San Francisco.

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Queer artistic expression thrives at Oasis, a club and cabaret theater in SoMa. Live music on Thursday nights is a nice counterpoint to the often wild and unexpected Friday and Saturday night parties that feature everything from lube wrestling to gaymer nights.

Big, meaty men gravitate to this self-styled Bear Bar in SoMa.

A true neighborhood bar in every sense of the word, the drinks are strong, the patrons are friendly, and the back patio is generous. We’ve got tips for sober activities, too. The Stud

Address: 1123 Folsom St. San Francisco, CA 94103

A true San Francisco institution, The Stud has been a beacon of queer nightlife since 1966.

SPECTACULAR MIDNITE COUNTDOWN & CONFETTI BLAST!

Direct from Mexico City, Rupaul Drag Race Mexico Queen, AVA POCKET performs a special LADY GAGA Tribute.

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Join us as we watch Season 18 of Rupaul's Drag Race! The Level productions bring DJ Karol for a magical night of Brazilian tribal circuit music.

SF's DJ Danek opens the night with his iconic sound that always brings the energy to get the party pumping.

Gorgeous GoGo boys set the dance floor on fire dressed is dreamland styled costumes.

Dress in theme to make DREAMLAND come to life this MLK weekend at MAXXXIMUS.

Interested in discount group rates?

Don't miss out on the shade.

Melanie Sparks and Hera Wynn host the wildest, most gag worthy Drag Race viewing party in the Castro, only at Beaux. This season we are turning things up with special guests from Rupaul's Drag Race to watch the show with us and let you have it!

Special performances by Hera‍ & ‍Melanie after the Drag Race viewing.

Drag Race @ 8pm | DJs, Gogos and dancing after the show until 2am

Early arrival suggested for prime seating and BOGO 2-4-1 drinks until 7pm!

Saturday, January 10: Castro Comedy Cabaret

Castro Comedy Cabaret is a bold, curated night of queer performance — blending stand-up, burlesque, storytelling, and surprise acts at one of San Francisco’s most iconic nightlife venues.

Thursday and Friday nights Jolene's kitchen serves satisfying comfort fare with plenty of veggie options. Open seven days and nights a week, we offer a buy one/get one cocktail Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3-8pm and a party every night of the week starting at 9pm. Be sure to bring singles and plan to tip every girl. Vintage videos will transport you back in time as you dance and sing to the music.