Calendar | August 2022
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Ai Weiwei: Everyday Monuments
Catch Ai Weiwei: Everyday Monuments, the Chinese artist-activist’s solo show at Haines Gallery, while you can. Making its San Francisco debut as part of the exhibition is Weiwei’s “Zodiac” (2018), a dozen panels that portray the animals in the traditional Chinese zodiac.
Through August 27. | hainesgallery.com
AUGUST 1
Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic
The Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic brings plenty of star power to San José State University Tennis Center. This year, teen sensation Coco Gauff is slated to compete in the WTA 500-level event for the first time.
Through August 7. | mubadalasvc.com
AUGUST 3
Disney’s The Lion King
Disney’s The Lion King — the winner of multiple Tony Awards — roars into town for a three-week engagement at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Recommended for ages 6+.
Through August 21. Tickets: from $43. | broadwaysanjose.com
AUGUST 4
The Code
A.C.T.’s Young Conservatory premieres The Code, written by Kate Kilbane and Dan Moses (aka The Kilbanes), and directed by Jessica Holt. The pop-rock musical centers on seven students at Valhalla Academy who discover a secret message in the library. Through August 7. Tickets: from $10. Strand Theater, San Francisco. act-sf.org
AUGUST 5
Starry Night
Stanford Live and SF Ballet present Starry Night at the university’s Frost Amphitheater. The program features a trio of short ballets, including Helgi Tomasson’s 7 for Eight.
August 5 and 6, 8 p.m. Tickets: from $40. | live.stanford.edu
AUGUST 5
Outside Lands
Green Day, Post Malone, Sza, Lil Uzi Vert and Phoebe Bridgers are among the many acts slated to take the stage in Golden Gate Park during the three-day Outside Lands music festival (read more in Preview, page 12).
Through August 7. Tickets: from $175 for single-day pass. | sfoutsidelands.com
AUGUST 6
48th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair
For two days, two blocks of Japantown — Post Street from Webster to Laguna — will be closed to accommodate the thousands expected for the 48th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair. Artisans, live music, dancing and even a car show will enliven the neighborhood.
August 6 and 7, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. | nihonmachistreetfair.org
AUGUST 9
Menlo Charity Horse Show
Menlo Charity Horse Show, a beloved benefit for Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, (belatedly) commemorates its 50th anniversary this year. Exhibitors, spectators and competitors converge at Menlo Circus Club for the six-day equestrian event, which includes a Friday night gala and auction.
Through August 14. | menlocharityhorseshow.com | NHG Sponsored
AUGUST 12
Filoli’s Gala in the Garden
Cocktails, dinner and dessert in a stunning alfresco setting? Sign us up! Don’t miss Filoli’s Gala in the Garden, a fundraiser for the historic Woodside estate. This year’s Honorary Host is Mary Wheeler George.
Tickets: from $2,000 for two seats. 5:30–9:30 p.m. | filoli.org
AUGUST 13
Much Ado About Nothing
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival presents Much Ado About Nothing at Redwood City’s Red Morton Park, part of the Free Shakespeare in the Park program, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this summer.
Weekends through August 28, 4 p.m. | sfshakes.org
AUGUST 14
The Big Picnic Concert & Benefit
The Stern Grove Festival’s 2022 season concludes with The Big Picnic concert and benefit, headlined by Phil Lesh & Friends. Book a table for 10 that comes with a catered lunch by McCalls (from $5,000) or nab a free reservation online starting August 2.
AUGUST 19
Annual Glide Legacy Gala
The Annual Glide Legacy Gala, at the City’s Terra Gallery, is all about community building and celebration. DJ King Most and the Glide Ensemble are slated to perform, while Aimee Allison and Dr. Connie Wun will receive the Rev. Cecil Williams Legacy Award and the Janice Mirikitani Legacy Award.
Tickets: from $100. 8–11 p.m. | glide.org
AUGUST 20
28th Annual Burlingame On the Avenue
Partake in the festivities at the 28th Annual Burlingame On the Avenue. The two-day affair includes live music, with jazz, blues and rock bands along Burlingame Avenue and neighboring streets.
August 20 and 21, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | burlingamechamber.org
AUGUST 26
Salvation Army’s 19th Annual Flower Power Luncheon
The Salvation Army’s 19th Annual Flower Power Luncheon benefits its back-toschool and after-school programs in San Francisco. Join emcee Juliette Goodrich, of KPIX 5, at the Fairmont Hotel for a floral design show by John James, silent auction, luncheon, inspiring stories and more.
Tickets: from $200. 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | sanfrancisco.salvationarmy.org | NHG Sponsored
AUGUST 27
10th Anniversary of Beyond Trend.
Party at the Oakland Museum of California with Creative Growth, as the latter celebrates the 10th anniversary of Beyond Trend. This year’s fundraising fete will include the premiere of Cheryl Dunn’s documentary that commemorates a decade of fashion at the nonprofit, which supports artists with developmental disabilities by providing studio space and gallery representation.
Tickets: from $150. 7–10 p.m. | creativegrowth.org
AUGUST 27
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts, hosted by the city’s chamber of commerce, draws some 150,000 to University Avenue for two days of fun, with purveyors of fine art and contemporary crafts, street painters, a kids’ art studio, gourmet food, fine wines, microbrews and live entertainment.
August 27 and 28, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | paloaltochamber.com
