BARTable This Weekend: Oct. 30-Nov. 1

Head to SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco to see “Femeninas” live. Photo courtesy of SFJAZZ.

Every week, BARTable finds the most fun and unique events accessible by public transportation. From street fairs to live music, the Bay Area has plenty to do this weekend. Check out SF Music Day, Kacey Musgraves at the Oakland Arena, the World of Dumplings festival and much more. 

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Step into San Francisco’s Fillmore District in the 1950s with the jazz musical “Every Saturday Night.” Photo courtesy of the San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company (SFBATCO)/”Every Saturday Night.

Elim Chan Conducts Adams and Mendelssohn
Oct. 29-31 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
7:30 p.m. | 201 Van Ness Ave.

The San Francisco Symphony performs Adams and Mendelssohn, conducted by Elim Chan, on Oct. 29th, 30th and 31st at Davies Symphony Hall. An Inside Music Talk with Music Director Designate Elim Chan, in conversation with Benjamin Pesetsky, will be presented on stage one hour before each concert. Tickets start at $45, with orchestra seats from $59. The Civic Center/UN Plaza Station is just 0.3 miles away.

Oakland Skates v. Santa Rosa Growlers
Oct. 30 | 19th St. Oakland
7:30 p.m. | 519 18th St. 

Catch some fast-paced, hard-hitting, action-packed ice hockey in the heart of downtown Oakland! The Oakland Skates are embarking on their inaugural season in the semi-pro Mountain Hockey League and showing everyone what #TownHockey is all about – fun, community and hometown pride. Whether you’re a lifelong hockey fan or ready to take in your first game, grab your friends, bring the family and get ready to root for your Oakland Skates. Home games are at the Oakland Ice Center, just 0.3 miles from 19th St. Oakland.

“Luna Mexicana”
Oct. 30-Nov. 1 | 19th St. Oakland
Times vary | 2025 Broadway

Oakland Ballet presents “Luna Mexicana,” now in its 10th anniversary! It’s one of the Bay Area’s most elaborate and inclusive Día de los Muertos events. Like the celebration that inspires it, “Luna Mexicana” blends exuberant dance, joyful music, colorful costumes, flowers, candles, food and, most of all, the celebration of family. This event takes place at the Paramount Theatre, just feet from 19th St. Oakland.

John Scofield’s “Electrospective”
Oct. 30-Nov. 1 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 201 Franklin St.

Guitar legend John Scofield revisits his hugely influential electric jazz songbook and jazz fusion classics, October 30th through November 1st, at the SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium in San Francisco's Hayes Valley district. He will be joined by an all-star quartet, including organist Larry Goldings, bassist Oteil Burbridge and drummer Adam Deitch of Lettuce. SFJAZZ is just 0.5 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.

Halloween Hoopla
Oct. 31 | Montgomery St.
Noon-3 p.m. | 799 Howard St. 

The 26th annual Halloween Hoopla features family-friendly entertainment kids will enjoy. The event includes Circus Bella with live music and the popular Halloween Costume Parade. All kids are welcome to join the parade in costume! Take BART to Montgomery St., and walk about 0.3 miles to Yerba Buena Gardens.

Club Darc by Goldenvoice
Oct. 31 | Powell St
8 p.m. | Pier 48

From the organizers behind Portola Festival and Coachella comes Club DARC, an electronic music club experience at San Francisco’s Pier 48 featuring a season of shows. This Halloween weekend, catch sets by Eric Prydz, Tiga, Kelly Lee Owens (DJ set) and Canary Yellow. Take BART to Powell St, then walk approximately 1.3 miles or transfer to Muni’s T Third Street line and exit at Mission Rock.

Día de los Muertos & La Catrina 
Nov. 1 | Fruitvale
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | 3301 E. 12th St. 

The Unity Council proudly presents the 31st Annual Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival in the heart of Fruitvale Village. This year, they've welcomed La Catrina de Oakland, the tallest Catrina in the United States. Come enjoy music, food, art and culture while celebrating 31 years of Oakland’s largest Día de los Muertos event. It takes place at Fruitvale Village, right next to Fruitvale. 

“The Brothers Size” 
Through Nov. 1 | Powell St. 
Times vary | 533 Sutter St. 

A contemporary drama by Academy Award-winning playwright Tarell Alvin, “The Brothers Size” blends the storytelling traditions of Yoruba mythology with modern American life in the South. Presented by African-American Shakespeare Co., the play follows the story of an auto mechanic and his younger brother, who has recently returned home after incarceration. As it continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, this play is sure to be a hit in the Bay Area, too. Catch it through Nov. 1 at Theatre 33, located just 0.2 miles from Powell St.

“Every Saturday Night” 
Through Nov. 1 | Powell St. or Civic Center/UN Plaza 
Times vary | 1127 Market St. 

See this heartfelt new jazz musical that transports audiences to San Francisco’s Fillmore District in the 1950s. The show explores home, belonging and resilience, revealing how the Fillmore’s past and present are connected by the fight to stay rooted in the community. Unlock $5 off tickets when purchased online using code BART5. Exit at Powell St. or Civic Center/UN Plaza and see the show in just 0.4 miles at A.C.T.’s Strand Theater.

"Terror Vault SLASHED: Return to Hellville"
Through Nov. 8 | Powell St.
Various times | 88 5th St.

This Halloween weekend, step inside a twisted 1980s slasher movie where the movie is starting… and you’re in it. Guests are transported into the abandoned town of Shellville, where a string of happenings has left an entire community deserted. Audiences must navigate a series of cinematic environments while attempting to stop more from happening. Step into this haunting and immersive theatre at the San Francisco Mint just feet from Powell St.

You needn’t pay a dime – or even a pretty penny! – to enjoy the breadth of the Bay Area’s offerings. Below you’ll find a roundup of free local events, including festivals, markets, museum admission-free days and more!

Enjoy a community celebration of Día de Muertos at the Tenderloin Street Fair this weekend. Photo courtesy of Into the Streets.

Chinatown Halloween Festival
Oct. 31 | Montgomery St. 
11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Waverly Place bet. Sacramento St. and Washington St. 

San Francisco’s Chinatown neighborhood is hosting a festive daytime Halloween festival with arts and crafts, a pumpkin patch, games and more. This is a family-friendly event with a costume contest, so feel free to dress up and take part in the competition! The contest includes categories for both children and adults. To take BART to the festival, get off at Montgomery St., which is about 0.5 miles from Waverly Place. 

Castro Halloween Block Party and Night Market 
Oct. 31 | 16th St. Mission
5-10 p.m. | 18th Street (bet. Diamond St. and Noe St.) 

Celebrate Halloween in San Francisco’s Castro District! With four blocks and three stages, this block party and night market is sure to be a lively event. There will be a costume contest, trick-or-treating, live entertainment, food, local bars and vendors to add to the fun. 16th St. Mission is one mile away. 

Diwali Celebration at the Asian Art Museum
Nov. 1 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
1 p.m. | 200 Larkin St. 

The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco is hosting a Diwali celebration during its “Free First Sunday” program on Nov. 1st. Enjoy art activities like rangoli and henna art, taste traditional Diwali sweets and watch dance performances by Labonee Mohanta featuring both traditional and modern Indian dance. The Asian Art Museum is just 0.2 miles from Civic Center/UN Plaza.

Tenderloin Street Fair: Día de Muertos Celebration
Nov. 1 | Powell St. or Civic Center/UN Plaza
2-8 p.m. | 150 Golden Gate Ave. 

This street fair brings the traditions of Día de Muertos to the Tenderloin for a family-friendly block party. Enjoy live Latin music, including música mexicana, mariachi, salsa, Latin rock and more. To join the festivities, head to 150 Golden Gate Ave., which is just 0.2 miles from both the Powell St. and Civic Center/UN Plaza stations. 

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Catch a psychedelic show in Oakland this Halloween. Photo courtesy of Fox Theatre.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Oct. 30 | 19th St. Oakland
8:45-10 p.m. | 2619 Broadway

Listen to Halloween-inspired music by candlelight at this multi-sensory musical experience in Oakland, featuring the Listeso String Quartet. The tentative program includes songs like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” the “Stranger Things” theme, the medley from “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” and many more. Get in the Halloween spirit at this special tribute concert. The event will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Oakland, just 0.5 miles from 19th St. Oakland. 

Shpongle Live Halloween Concert at the Fox Theater
Oct. 30-31 | 19th St. Oakland
8 p.m. | 1807 Telegraph Ave.

Shpongle (Simon Posford Live) is an immersive experience from a pioneering force in psychedelic electronic music. Blending live instrumentation, cutting-edge production and improvisation, the show is sure to be a memorable experience for electronic music fans. The two-concert series also features Mindex, Cosmic Trigger and unique elements like live floral art. 19th St. Oakland is just steps (about 0.1 mile) away.

18th Cine+Más SF Latino Film Festival
Through Nov. 1 | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Times vary | 1000 Van Ness Ave. (Apple Cinemas)

It’s the final weekend of the 18th Cine+Más SF Latino Film Festival, and there are plenty of movies to check out. The festival includes feature-length films and short films, documentaries, dramas and comedies from the U.S., Latin America and Spain. The screenings are in different locations in San Francisco, including Apple Cinemas Van Ness IMAX and the San Francisco Main Public Library – both within a mile of Civic Center/UN Plaza. 

Indian Restaurant Week
Nov. 1-14 | Montgomery St. or Powell St. 
Times vary | Various addresses (San Francisco)

In the spirit of Diwali, Indian Restaurant Week in San Francisco features six chefs and six special menus created as a tribute to home and heritage. Participating Indian restaurants include ROOH, Tiya, Bombay Brasserie, Amber India, New Delhi Restaurant and Copra. Indian Restaurant Week kicks off on Sunday, November 1st, and runs through November 14th. Four of the restaurants are within a few blocks of Montgomery St. and Powell St.  

As Halloween approaches, check out these haunted happenings around the Bay Area. Or click here to see how the Bay Area is celebrating Día de los Muertos. Getting ready for trick-or-treaters? Show your love of public transportation with these BART-themed pumpkin stencils. And if you’d rather catch a movie this weekend, check out these BARTable movie theaters. 

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