Anime Clubs San Francisco

East Bay Open Meetup

\*\*RSVPs do not reflect actual attendance...event is listed on multiple sites All Ages Venue serves Food and Alcohol How to find us: Drake's Dealership is located in a small pedestrian lane off Broadway between two large buildings: OakStop and Mixe. There is an archway with the word "HIVE" above the entrance. Walk through it, and look for a Drake's sign on your left. Enter the courtyard and look for a table with a red and white "Open House" sign on it. That's us! The East Bay Open Meetup is a monthly gathering of friendly folk from in and around the East Bay. This is primarily a social gathering for those who are interested in polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships and/or BDSM/kink, or who enjoy the company of others who do. \*\*\* NOTE: This event is a friendly, inclusive, T.R.A.S.H. free space. Transphobia, Racism, Ableism, Sexism and/or Homophobia are not welcome and will not be tolerated \*\*\*

Metal Social Meetup-Oakland

SF Bay Area Interactive Fiction Group Meetup

We're playing more IFComp games this month! ifcomp.org Perhaps some of these! \* Tableaux Vivants \* Ultraviolent Unicorn Deathmatch of Destiny 4 \* Skeletrom Crew On The Loose! \* Necromanceers \* Forensic Necromancy: A Murder in Nineveh \* Deceit in the Guildhall of Virtue \* Wait-Our-Way Tower For the foreseeable future, we're operating as a hybrid event, where you can meet us in person and online! (Please attend wearing a mask. If wearing a mask is an issue for you, you can always attend via Zoom!) https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97894693608

SF Bay Area Interactive Fiction Group Meetup

We'll talk about what we're playing and what we're working on, and discuss our plans for world domination. (This agenda is tentative. If you have suggestions for what to play or talk about at the meetup, please post a comment!) For the foreseeable future, we're operating as a hybrid event, where you can meet us in person and online! (Please attend wearing a mask. If wearing a mask is an issue for you, you can always attend via Zoom!) https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97894693608

Perfect Blue | Remastered 4k Screening

**ANIME CINEMA CLUB PRESENTS: ONE NIGHT ONLY** **PERFECT BLUE REMASTERED SCREENING** Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 6–8:30 PM PDT New People Cinema 1746 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115 **THE FILM** Perfect Blue follows pop idol Mima Kirigoe as fame, identity, and reality begin to blur. Satoshi Kon’s breakthrough still hits hard in a dark theater with the soundtrack surrounding you. Experience this psychological thriller on the big screen for one special night. Trailer: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrWausp8zDQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrWausp8zDQ) **THE NIGHT** Arrive early to check in, collect your free poster, and find your seat. The film begins at 6:30 PM. Keep the night going with an optional after-party nearby in Japantown around 9:00 PM. Details will be confirmed closer to the event. **PRESENTED BY** Anime Cinema Club / Animori / Eleven Arts

Cozy Anime Watch together at Donut Cafe!

Anime watch together Every 3rd Fridays of the month Anime Watchalongs together in person at WhackDonuts! Make anime friends! Feel free to join! it is free to come in. Event goes 6-9PM! feel free to stay longer ***I will not be at this event this month so feel free to mingle and watch with people who come!! But I will be in next events*** Each Month will be a different anime movie or series we watch together It’ll be cozy and small group, there are donuts and coffee at the cafe for purchase if you want! The place is small so be mindful. Thanks! NOTE: On google maps it says this place may say it closes at 2PM, but for the cafe’s anime event specifically the cafe opens 6-9PM every 3rd fridays of the month!

Perfect Blue (Remastered) - 3 Guest Cosplayers / Venue After Party TBA

Opening night of a new adult anime cinema series in San Francisco’s Japantown. Per venue details, optional after party TBA, 3 cosplayers onsite, and if you cosplay you get your money back. Lobby and after-party get photographed for recap. Don't want in? Say so at check-in and we'll give you a no-photo sticker Movie: Perfect Blu Venue: New People Cinem Date: Thursday, 10/15/2 Time: 6:00pm, screening 6:30pm (approximately 81 minutes; ends ~8:00–8:30pm) Address: 1746 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115 Tickets: GA 10 / VIP Collectors 15 / Co-Host $10 Trailer: [https://youtu.be/JOFx64zFDNU?is=feh6HK3fO3wddhIL](https://youtu.be/JOFx64zFDNU?is=feh6HK3fO3wddhIL) Tickets:[ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anime-cinema-club-presents-perfect-blue-remastered-tickets-200012386632](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anime-cinema-club-presents-perfect-blue-remastered-tickets-2000123866326) Website: [https://www.animecinemaclub.com](https://www.animecinemaclub.com) Cosplayers - LILIPHA - KOHALU COSPLA - POPPY LOP COSPLA All three are in the lobby at doors and again after the credits

Berkeley Furmeet

Free Metal Shop Open Hours

Bring your curiosity, questions and metal projects to the Ace metal shop and talk with the metal team. Anyone is welcome! New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/). Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland. RSVP HERE: [Calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/)

Bollywood Nights - Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

50 & Fabulous! Party for Single Professionals, 50+

Meet new single friends, 50+ at a fun hotel in San Francisco’s Union Square area! Make connections easily with our FUN Mixer Game! Dress to impress and join us for a memorable evening! Saturday, Oct 3, 2026, 7-9pm. **[TICKETS](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/50-fabulous-party-for-single-professionals-50-tickets-1995324979727?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)**: $45 (early birds). $55 at the door (if space permits). Don't wait, as these events often sell out! RSVP does NOT guarantee you a spot, only if you prepay online by credit card. WHERE: [Hotel Zeppelin](https://www.zhotelssf.com/hotels/zeppelin), 545 Post St, San Francisco CA. We request that everyone purchase at least one drink, so this fun venue invites us back. CO-SPONSORED by *The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area*, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit [The Seva Foundation](http://%5Bhttps//www.seva.org/%5D(https://www.seva.org/)), to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at [[www.thepartyhotline.com](http://www.thepartyhotline.com/)](). · [Salsa Saturday!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-saturday-tickets-1998251820988?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) All ages. Sep 5, Novato · [Labor Day Holiday Wine Tasting Mixer](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/labor-day-holiday-wine-tasting-mixer-for-single-professionals-tickets-1996055498729?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40+, Sep 7, Martinez · [Singles Night in The Silicon Valley](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/singles-night-in-the-silicon-valley-for-40s50s-tickets-1997045775674?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40s/50s, Sep 12, Mt View · [Marin Speed Dating](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marin-speed-dating-for-30s40s-tickets-1991392492552?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) for 30s/40s, Sep 13, Tiburon · [I’m Single, Let’s Mingle](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/im-single-lets-mingle-for-50-at-new-upscale-marina-sf-restaurant-tickets-1991788723690?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Sep 15, San Francisco · [Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asian-singles-those-who-love-them-tickets-1997978873595?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), all ages, Sep 20, SF · [National Singles Day Speed Dating](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-singles-week-speed-dating-for-40s50s-tickets-1996885269596?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 40s/50s, Sep 26, Emeryville · [Silicon Valley Speed Dating](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silicon-valley-speed-dating-for-30s40s-tickets-1998025308483?aff=oddtdtcreator), 30s/40s, Oct 1, Santa Clara · [50 & Fabulous, 50+](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/50-fabulous-party-for-single-professionals-50-tickets-1995324979727?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Oct 3, San Francisco · [Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speed-dating-for-40s50s-at-fun-union-square-hotel-tickets-1995325455149?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Oct 10, San Francisco · [Single and Ready to Mingle](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-and-ready-to-mingle-50-tickets-1998161677366?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon · [Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfosadt-doubletree-san-francisco-airport-south-blvd/), Oct 25, South San Francisco · [Halloween Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-party-for-single-professionals-21-49-tickets-1999052946175?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco · [Halloween Party](http:), 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley · [Peninsula 50+ Mixer](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peninsula-mixer-for-50-tickets-1999055415561?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), Nov 1, Burlingame FOLLOW US ON **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/singlesbayarea/)**. **[VIDEO](https://www.instagram.com/p/DETWrxSvvvW/)** from our New Years Eve Bash. PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including *Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google*, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.

SF - Marina Chess Club Night

♟️ **This isn’t your typical chess meetup** Every week **20+ people** show up We play in bars. We bring the vibes. Whether you’re a total beginner or a blitz addict—this is your place. 🫱 Hosted by your **CVO (Chief Vibes Officer) Stephen** – expect high energy, good convos, and games with people who love chess and community just as much as you do. **SV Chess Community = Chess + People + Vibes** We’re the **largest social chess community in NorCal**, bringing people together across the Bay through the love of the game. 🧩 **What to expect**: – Chill blitz & casual games – No judgment, no pressure—just good vibes – Great convo, good drinks, and new friends – Boards provided—just show up and play 🍻 All games happen at the bar. Didn’t sign up ahead of time? No worries—we’ll help you join at the event. **Join the movement. Make your move. We’ll see you over the board.** 📲 Follow us on Instagram → [@sv_chess_community](https://www.instagram.com/sv_chess_community/) 🌐 Learn more → [sv-chess.com/community/about](https://sv-chess.com/community/about) 📝 Register now → [sv-chess.com/community/registration](https://sv-chess.com/community/registration)