Cultural Celebrations San Francisco

The Official Nigeria Independent Celebration & Oakland 1st Friday, Oct. 2nd

Skyconcepts & FlyBoy Promotion Present The Official Nigeria Independence Day Celebration Date 📅: Friday October 2nd, 2026 Time ⏰: 9:00 pm until 2:00 am Were 📍: Lux Oakland Sounds by: DJ Tay Bottlez *DJ Tunde* DJ KnockOut *DJ Ghenga* and more Surprise guests appearances and Performances Tickets 🎫 can be purchase at: skyconceptsentertainment.com RSVP can be done via (Eventbrite): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afrobeats-vibe-nigerian-independence-day-celebration-friday-october-2nd-tickets-1998617294128?aff=oddtdtcreator Hosted by @skyconcepts & @flyboypromotion What to expect: live dj mix, live performances, food 🍱, drinks & cocktail 🍹 & hookah, unlimited entertainment experiences, and VIP table experience. Dress Code: Dress to impress Invite your loved ones, your friends, your besties, and your squad. See you there. Don’t miss out Skyconcepts

🎈🎈Language and Cultural Exchange Event! Berkeley! October 3rd@ Cellarmaker

Welcome! Participate with us on Saturday for a cultural and language exchange. This event will be hosted by native Spanish speakers, however, all languages are welcome! Spend your Saturday afternoon connecting with international friends and fun interactions. Look for the table with the Red balloons 🎈

Berkeley Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow & Indian Market Celebration

Come and celebrate with us in honor of all our ancestors, the people continuing the struggle and spirit today, and future generations. Intertribal dancing, Contest dancing, Round dancing. Native American foods, Arts & Crafts and American Indian culture, drumming and singing. Family friendly. All can participate. Free Admission. Schedule: 10:00 am – 11:00 am - Exhibition Dancing, featuring Native California and Aztec Dancers 12:00 PM - Grand Entry 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM - Contest dancing & Intertribal dancing. Event Website Link: https://ipdpowwow.org/

🔥 UD Night Out: Fall Kuthu Fest! 💃🕺

Discover SF -- Italian Heritage Parade & Fleet Week Fest

* Have you thought of walking with the **Italian heritage parade** all the way from **Fisherman wharf** to **North Beach**? * * Have you thought of observing the **Blue Angels** flying over the bay from the green hilltop of Coit tower? * * Have you thought of descending onto the Pier 27 **Fleet Fest** through the famous steep **Greenwich Steps**, which we only ascended the last part of it in the North Beach Festival? Here is our **signature** multi stop, **civic and natural landmarks walk** through the city, a full half day's Itinerary. One Sunday, two celebrations. The 158th Italian Heritage Parade, the oldest in the U.S., marches through North Beach while the Blue Angels fly over the Bay for Fleet Week. We'll walk the parade together, explore North Beach in small groups, then gather at the foot of Coit Tower to watch the air show. https://sfitalianheritage.org/ https://fleetweeksf.org/ **The plan** ☕ **11:45–12:15: Gather at Buena Vista Cafe** (2765 Hyde St at Beach). Name tags, quick intros, group assignments, and grab a coffee to go. 🚶 **12:15: Walk to the start line** at Jefferson & Powell, about 10 minutes along the waterfront. 🎺 **12:30: Step-off.** We walk with the parade down Columbus Ave through North Beach, past bands, floats, Queen Isabella's court, and restaurants seating people at the curb. ⛪ **\~1:45: Washington Square.** The parade ends in front of Saints Peter and Paul Church, next to the Concorso Italiano car show and the church's annual Bazaar. 👥 **Small groups.** We split into groups of 5–8, each with a TownFlame captain. Your group chooses its own hour: the Bazaar, the car show, espresso on Columbus, a slice of pizza, or City Lights bookstore. ✈️ **\~2:45: Final gathering at Pioneer Park,** the lawn at the foot of Coit Tower. We watch the Blue Angels close out the air show over the Bay. ⚓ **\~4:00: Optional tail.** Walk down the Filbert Steps, through the hillside gardens, to **Fleet Fest at Pier 27** for military bands, food trucks, and a waterfront finish. It's open until 5. **🙋 Active Participation roles open** * **Culture Guide.** You have Italian or Italian-American roots, or you know the traditions. Share stories about the parade, the food, and North Beach history. * **Locality Guide.** You know North Beach, Telegraph Hill, or the waterfront. Point out what's worth seeing and help your group choose its hour. * **Group Lead.** Shepherd a small group of 5–8 after the split and bring them to Coit Tower. * **Sweep.** Walk at the back so nobody gets lost in the crowds. Reply with the role you'd like, or tell us at staging. Every role is paired, so no one does it alone. **Getting there** Take Caltrain to 4th & King, then Muni. The Powell-Hyde cable car ends a few steps from the café, and the F-line streetcar runs along the Wharf. This is one of the busiest days of the year on the waterfront, so transit is strongly recommended over driving. Please plan your own route and arrive on time. We leave the café at 12:15 sharp. Running late? Wait at Leavenworth & Columbus, one block from the café. The parade passes there on its way into North Beach, and you can join us as we come by. **Good to know** Everything is free: the parade, the air show, and Fleet Fest. The day covers about 2.5 miles, including a climb up Telegraph Hill, so wear good shoes. Bring layers for the waterfront wind and something for sun on the hilltop. Name tags are required at TownFlame events. **After the walk:** if your group clicks, tell your captain. Groups that want to keep going can form a squad and plan their next outing together. **Join [TownFlame](http://www.townflame.org/), Make Life Happen.** **Liability Waiver:** Participation in TownFlame events is voluntary and involves social interaction in public spaces. Activities are designed to be inclusive and respectful. Participants assume all risks and release TownFlame, its organizers, volunteers, and affiliates from liability for injury, illness, or damages, except in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct. By attending, participants acknowledge that photographs, audio, and video recordings may be taken during events, and grant TownFlame the right to use such media for promotional and marketing purposes, in any format or platform, without further consent or compensation.

Bolly Garba at Union Square

🎉 Bollywood Garba at Union Square – Free & Open to All!🪔 Saturday, October 10th · 11:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m. Come casual or dressed. No pressure. Beginner friendly. Walks ins and people who never done Garba more than welcome. We will do multiple lessons throughout the night and party after each lesson. For advanced dancers come show off what you got and get the group going in your own circle. Get ready to twirl under the city lights! ✨Join us for an unforgettable Bollywood Garba in the heart of San Francisco — a vibrant celebration of rhythm, joy, and community. 💃🏽 Schedule: 🕔 11:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m. – Bolly Garba Dance Lessons throughout the day with party - No experience needed — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun! 🕕 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm – Dance Party! We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour open dance party. Dance solo, with friends, or in circles of celebration! 🎶 Expect a fusion of traditional Garba beats and Bollywood bangers — colorful, energetic, and full of heart, Its non stop fun entertainment. You wont want to stop dancing. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds.✨ Wear your brightest, twirliest outfits or come as you are.🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! Dress as you want Indian or Non Indian - no pressure be comfortable Let’s fill Union Square with color, culture, and connection.This is more than a dance — it’s a celebration of culture, community, and love. 🎭 **Interested in performing at Union Square?** Join our WhatsApp group for performance opportunities, updates & details. 💃✨ link: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LlMhuZHiy7PF1jOLI0Wrpq](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LlMhuZHiy7PF1jOLI0Wrpq "https://chat.whatsapp.com/LlMhuZHiy7PF1jOLI0Wrpq")

Bolly Garba Dancing at Union Square

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Dancing with the festive theme of Gujarat India** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, community. **11:00-11:30 a.m.** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.**– *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **1:00 pm - 2:00 pm** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour Bolly Garba open dance party. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. \* Surprise Performances ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! We prefer an Indian touch of some kind this day. Bring your friends, learn some moves, find your groove, find your friends, be a part of a magical community once a month at Union Square. Previous class in 2025 summary joy v[ideo: ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHSENixJaVA&list=RDnHSENixJaVA&start_radio=1) Park in garage, Uber over, or take Powell exit on Bart Do come say hello to us so we can welcome you in our La Dolce Vita :)

Bollywood Garba at Union Square

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Dancing with the festive theme of Gujarat India** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, dance, circles of community joy. **11:00-11:30 a.m.** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.**– *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **1:00 pm - 2:00 pm** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour Bolly Garba Party Come one come all. Wear a little touch of Indian as we celebrate a festive Garba Day from Gujarat, India Take Powell Street for Bar or park underneath union square for about $25 or Uber over. Sign up at rang.eventbrite.com

Bollywood Nights at 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!**

Indigenous Peoples Day PowWow & Indian Market

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!**

Yawanawa Tour 2026 - Ceremony, Art Market & Live Concert

Purchase tickets **[HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yawanawa-tour-2026-ceremony-art-market-live-concert-tickets-2001125182289)**. San Francisco Psychedelic Society is excited to host Matsini and Family for an unforgettable night of music, sacred rapeh ceremony, indigenous art, visionary plant education, and Amazonian culture. 🌍🎶 Join us for a remarkable evening that transcends geographical borders and immerses you in the vibrant spirit of the Brazilian Amazon. This is a unique, multi-faceted event in Berkeley, California, where we come together to support and celebrate the Yawanawa people, welcoming in leaders of an indigenous community from the heart of the Brazilian jungle. This is a special and unique opportunity to learn directly from the tribe about their wisdom and traditions. They will guide a sacred Rapeh medicine ceremony, filled with their beautiful prayers and blessings. This event is an entry point to establish a profound connection with the world of visionary plants, allowing you to sit in the presence of knowledgeable teachers who hold the wisdom of these sacred medicines directly from the jungle. Our evening will begin with an exclusive screening, followed by a rapeh ceremony and live music concert. **🎤 Educational talk** You will expand your understanding of the Yawanawa peoples, an indigenous community from the heart of the Amazon rainforest. This talk will provide valuable insights into their traditions, sacred visionary plant medicines, and the challenges the community faces in preserving their rich cultural heritage. Learn about the rituals and ceremonies that surround sacred medicines in the Yawanawa culture. **🎸Live Music Concert** Let the rhythms and prayers of the rainforest enchant your soul as we present an extraordinary lineup of musicians, each bringing a piece of the Amazon to Berkeley. Experience the traditional sounds of the Yawanawa, in a concert that promises to transport you to the heart of the jungle. **🌿 Rapeh Ceremony** Participate in a profound and ancient ritual known as rapeh, led by indigenous shamanic practitioners. This sacred ceremony, utilizing a traditional Amazonian snuff, offers a unique opportunity for personal growth, healing, and spiritual connection. It's a chance to experience the wisdom of the forest in a profound way. The rapeh ceremony is completely optional. **🎨 Indigenous Art Market** Explore a curated art market featuring exquisite creations from indigenous artists and artisans. Explore sacred geometry designs and ancient art from the jungle. You can support these talented artists while taking home a piece of the Amazon's rich cultural heritage by acquiring jewelry, rapeh and handcrafted exquisite pieces. **🎙️ Q&A Session** Ask your burning questions and engage in an interactive dialogue with our teachers. Gain a deep understanding of the spiritual ancient wisdom of this community. **⭐ Supporting Indigenous Communities** By attending this event, you're not only immersing yourself in an evening of cultural expansion, but also actively contributing to the well-being and empowerment of the Yawanawa Tribe and honoring reciprocity of indigenous peoples. A significant portion of the proceeds will be directed towards the preservation of indigenous culture in the Brazilian rainforest. Experience the magic of the Amazon right here in the bay area, where we come together as a community to celebrate the force and vitality of the forest and its indigenous guardians. Let's stand together in solidarity, recognizing the importance of preserving these vital cultures and their natural habitats. Together, we can make a difference and support these indigenous communities as they share their traditions and wisdom with the world. **About the Yawanawa:** The Yawanawa people live along the banks of the Gregorio River, in the Brazilian state of Acre. They are the guardians of some 200,000 hectares of Amazonian rainforest, of which about 95% is kept intact. In the most biodiverse biome on the planet, their ancestors developed a vast knowledge of the healing plants of the forest and a cosmovision of great spiritual wisdom. The Yawanawa's first contact with the non-indigenous world happened a little over a hundred years ago. The initial conflicts reduced the Yawanawa family to less than 100 people. For decades they endured the presence of the rubber industry and the missionaries who invaded their lands and tried to forbid Yawanawá language, culture and spirituality. In the 1980s, their fight for the recognition of their ancestral territory led the Yawanawá to become the first indigenous people to obtain the official rights to their lands in the state of Acre. Under the guidance and teachings of pajés Tata and Yawa, the last living elders and medicine men of their people, the Yawanawa have been on a profound journey of cultural and spiritual revival. Their sacred rituals, prayers, songs and art are now celebrated all year round. In the last 20 years, the Yawanawa leaders have been dedicated to developing a model of sustainability that allows them to engage with the outside world on their own terms, without compromising their cultural and spiritual identity. Nowadays, the Yawanawa population is estimated at over 1000 people, 80% of which are children and youth. The new generations carry their identity with pride and are committed to the continuation of the legacy of their ancestors. In the last decade the Yawanawa youth introduced instruments such as guitars, flutes and drums into their traditional ceremonies and prayers, and an exceptional musical culture has been rising from deep in the Amazon rainforest. Combined with their powerful voices, Yawanawa music is now known around the world and the new generation of Yawanawa leaders travel the world to share the message of the forest through their ancestral prayers and phenomenal music.