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Formal wear, Folsom style, hits the fair

Formal wear, Folsom style, hits the fair

The 40th annual Folsom Street Fair unleashed plenty of leather and kink in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood.

SF LGBTQ bar vandalized with anti-trans slur

SF LGBTQ bar vandalized with anti-trans slur

  • BARS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Sep 27, 2023

The Cinch Saloon, the last LGBTQ bar on Polk Street in downtown San Francisco, was vandalized with graffiti containing an anti-trans slur.

B.A.R.'s Bestie balloting begins

B.A.R.'s Bestie balloting begins

It's time for Bay Area Reporter readers to cast their ballots for the LGBTQ newspaper's annual Best of the Bay contest.

2 LGBTQ bars won't be open for Castro Street Fair

2 LGBTQ bars won't be open for Castro Street Fair

  • BARS
  • by John Ferrannini
  • Sep 21, 2023

Two LGBTQ bars in the Castro neighborhood will not be open for the Castro Street Fair October 1, despite initial hopes to the contrary.

Going Out, Sept. 21-29, 2023

Going Out, Sept. 21-29, 2023

  • BARS
  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Sep 21, 2023

While we've got all the details on the annual Folsom Street Fair (this Sunday, Sept. 24) and its related events, we also have plenty of less kinky arts and nightlife events listed, this week and every week.

Folsom Street welcomes the world for 40th fair

Folsom Street welcomes the world for 40th fair

The 40th annual Folsom Street Fair is bringing leatherfolk and kinksters to San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood from around the world Sunday, September 24.

Legalization of Casinos Gaining Momentum in More US States

Legalization of Casinos Gaining Momentum in More US States

  • DAYTIME
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Sep 19, 2023

Many forms of casino gambling are patronized in the United States. Commercial casinos, racetrack casinos, tribal casinos, and online casinos have been legalized in some states.

From SF's Golden Gate to Canada's Golden Offers: Uncovering the Best Casino Welcome Bonuses for Bay Area Players

From SF's Golden Gate to Canada's Golden Offers: Uncovering the Best Casino Welcome Bonuses for Bay Area Players

  • DAYTIME
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Sep 19, 2023

California attracts with its views and high living standard. That's why about 8 million people live in the Bay Area, where they enjoy the Pacific Ocean and its Golden Gate.

DJ Tom Stephan aka SuperChumbo

DJ Tom Stephan aka SuperChumbo

Also known as Superchumbo, Tom Stephan has DJed countless clubs, festivals, and parties, and includes to be one of the hardest-working DJs behind the decks. He'll play at Matinee Pervert at The Midway on September 23.

Man on Man: Roddy Bottum and Joey Holman's new album, SF show

Man on Man: Roddy Bottum and Joey Holman's new album, SF show

Gay duo Man On Man effortlessly avoids the dreaded sophomore slump with the incredible "Provincetown." Not shying away from its sexy subject matter, the duo is in peak condition in songs like "Gloryhole" and "Piggy."

Kiki and Herb return for Castro Theatre holiday concert

Kiki and Herb return for Castro Theatre holiday concert

  • CABARET
  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Sep 18, 2023

On December 15, Kiki and Herb's "O Come Let Us Adore Them" will bring out the holiday spirit, and/or spirits, at the Castro Theatre. Justin Vivian Bond and Kenny Mellman's sometimes soused cabaret duo rounds off their tour with a Bay Area homecoming.

The Best All-Inclusive EU Resorts for LGBTQ+ Travelers

The Best All-Inclusive EU Resorts for LGBTQ+ Travelers

  • DAYTIME
  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Sep 18, 2023

Everyone sometimes needs to relax with a cocktail or two on a warm, sandy beach. Who doesn't want to escape reality for a few days, especially if it's all-inclusive?

Going Out, Sept. 14-22, 2023

Going Out, Sept. 14-22, 2023

Try to remember events in September that thrill and fill your week with pleasure. And if you forget, just check out our expansive arts and nightlife listings, this week and every week.

'P.S. Burn This Letter Please' — fascinating '50s New York drag scene told in new book

'P.S. Burn This Letter Please' — fascinating '50s New York drag scene told in new book

  • BARCHIVE
  • by Michael Flanagan
  • Sep 12, 2023

The discovery of a series of letters addressed to someone named Reno Martin from a writer using the name Daphne talking about drag in New York in the 1950s has led to a fascinating documentary and now a book by Craig Olsen.