Wednesday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m. Palace of Fine Arts Theatre This production is performed by a multinational cast of 50 professional ballet dancers and features over 150 hand-sewn costum... Read More
Wed.–Sun. (except Dec. 25) through Jan. 14, 2023 450 Post St. (in the Kensington Park hotel) This rollicking and poignant musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s play is a dreamli... Read More
Saturday, Dec. 10, 6:30 p.m. Courtyard, the Cannery There’s no better way to celebrate the holidays than to watch classic films — bring a blanket, the whole family, and your ho... Read More
Thursday, Dec. 8, 5:30–7 p.m. Second floor, Ferry Building Join sugar cookie sisters Maya (Painted Ladies Pastry) and Murrah (Burnt Cookies by Murrah) to decorate a custom S.F. V... Read More
Sunday, Dec. 4, 4–6 p.m. Bayfront Theater (Bldg. B, Fort Mason Center) Enjoy Bay Area choral groups singing pop and seasonal tunes for the whole family. $25, 415-347-1807, bcvoca... Read More
Fri.–Sun., Dec. 23–25, 5–7:30 p.m. Congregation Sherith Israel (2266 California St.) & livestream Enjoy this uniquely Bay Area holiday tradition of Jewish comedy with Chi... Read More
Monday & Saturday, Dec. 12–19, 7–9 p.m. Fountain Plaza Enjoy outdoor movies through December with screenings of The Grinch (Dec. 12), The Nightmare Before Christmas (Dec. 1... Read More
Fri.–Sat., Dec. 9–10, 7:30 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall Masaaki Suzuki leads the S.F. Symphony and Chorus in this celebrated masterpiece and holiday favorite, one of the best-love... Read More
Fri.–Sat., Dec. 16–17 Davies Symphony Hall This vibrant 2000 adaptation brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved book stars Jim Carrey and has plenty of laughs for audiences of all ages. Th... Read More
Saturday, Dec. 10, noon–4 p.m. Golden Gate Bandshell This concert features 10 singer songwriters each performing three holiday songs. Free, sfrecpark.org, goldengatebandshell.org... Read More
Monday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall SFGC’s annual December concert will feature a program of spirituals, cutting-edge vocal works, and a few familiar holiday favorites, ... Read More
Tuesday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall Broadway vocalist Capathia Jenkins and acclaimed jazz singer/pianist Tony DeSare light up the stage with songs made legendary by El... Read More
Tue.–Sun., Dec. 13–18 201 Franklin St. & livestream Performing a cross-genre mix of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop, the band’s infectiously joyous takes on classi... Read More
Sat.–Sun., Dec. 17–18, 8 p.m. St. Ignatius Church (650 Parker Ave.) From the candlelit chant procession to the triumphant gospel conclusion, this program offers joy and transce... Read More
Wed.–Thu., Dec. 21–22, 8 p.m. Feinstein’s at the Nikko (222 Mason St.) Celebrate the spirit of the season in this program of traditional carols, Broadway standards, a moving ... Read More