Slithering into the Lunar New Year, we greet the Year of the Snake, associated with wisdom, charm, elegance, and transformation. Reflecting these attributes, our Events Calendar overflows with great jazz, theater, dance, art, design, food and drink, classical music, and basketball, too. Gung Hay Fat Choy!
CURRENT
Through Feb. 9
de Young | Tamara de Lempicka
Young Girl in Green, Centre Pompidou
Defining Art Deco with paintings capturing the glamorous vitality of postwar Paris and the cosmopolitan sheen of Hollywood, the first major museum retrospective of Lempicka in the U.S. explores her distinctive style and unconventional life through more than 100 artworks. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr., Golden Gate Park. famsf.org
Through Feb. 18
SFMOMA | Get in the Game: Sports, Art, Culture
Love sports? A collection of stories and exhibits that show how sports impacts our culture and our psyches, fueling our collective passion for “the game.” 151 Third St. sfmoma.org
Feb. 3, 23, 25
Chase Center | Golden State Warriors
In Mission Bay, with seating for 18,064 fans, home to the Golden State Warriors since 2019. Watch them take down their rivals live in action. 1 Warriors Way. nba.com/warriors
Through March
The Walt Disney Family Museum | Directing at Disney
An exhibition to spotlight the legendary directors whose creative talent and innovations made Walt Disney’s animated films possible. 104 Montgomery St. waltdisney.org
Through April 7
Asian Art Museum | Qi Baishi: Inspiration in Ink
An intimate look at a modern master whose work revitalized traditional Chinese ink painting. By capturing everyday scenes and familiar moments, he evoked the essential beauty of nature and joy of life’s simple pleasures. 200 Larkin St. exhibitions.asianart.org
FEBRUARY
Feb. 6
Olivia Decker Power of Music | Festival Napa Valley
An intimate evening concert featuring the renowned Beijing Guitar Duo. Known for virtuosity and emotional depth, Meng Su and Yameng Wang blend Eastern and Western influences, creating a musical experience honoring this special tradition. Celebrating Lunar New Year at The St. Regis with wines by Domaine Carneros and light fare. 125 Third St. festivalnapavalley.org
Feb. 6 – 9
Broadway SF | Annie
Little Orphan Annie reminds theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner. A celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for the hard knocks life can throw your way. Orpheum Theatre, 1192 Market St. broadwaysf.com
Feb. 10
Fox Theater | David Gray
Acoustic guitar in hand, the English singer-songwriter performs his heartfelt hits for devoted fans during his “Past & Present World Tour” in celebration of his 13th album, Dear Life. 1807 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. thefoxoakland.com
Feb. 12 – March 9
BroadwaySF | Back to the Future: The Musical
When Marty McFly is transported back to 1955 in a time machine, he accidentally changes the course of history. Now he’s in a race against time. A cinematic classic is turned into an award-winning live show. Orpheum Theatre, 1192 Market St. broadwaysf.com
Feb. 13 – 16
San Francisco Symphony | Esa-Pekka Salonen & Yuja Wang
Experience the musical world of Esa-Pekka Salonen in his final season as San Francisco Symphony Music Director. Bucket-list brilliance in a piano program featuring Stravinsky and Debussy. Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave. sfsymphony.org
Feb. 13 – 19
San Francisco Ballet | Cool Britannia
A dynamic exploration of British dance through provocative new voices: Chroma by Sir Wayne McGregor; Within the Golden Hour by Christopher Wheeldon; and Dust by Akram Khan. War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave. sfballet.com
Feb. 15
Chinese New Year Parade
Gary Tou: Unsplash
Named one of the world’s top 10 parades, this is one of the few remaining night illuminated Parades in North America and the biggest parade celebrating the lunar new year outside of Asia. Kick off at 5:15 p.m. from 2nd & Market. chineseparade.com
Feb. 16
Chase Center | 74th NBA All-Star Game
The Warriors previously hosted NBA All-Star in 2000 and 1967. More NBA All-Star events take place in the Bay Area throughout the weekend including Moscone Convention Center, Oakland Arena and the Warriors’ Oakland Facility. 1 Warriors Way. chasecenter.com
Feb. 16
San Francisco Performances | Sunday Strings Series at Presidio Theatre
Photo: Martyn Selman
A mix of highly acclaimed veterans and rising stars in captivating performances. The inaugural performance of this new series features Alexi Kenney on violin, Owen Dalby on violin and viola, Christopher Costanza on cello, and Amy Yang on piano. 99 Moraga Ave. sfperformances.org
Feb. 26
San Francisco Symphony | Joshua Bell & Academy of St Martin in the Fields
Photo: Shervin Lainez
From child prodigy to virtuoso, Bell has performed with every major orchestra worldwide. With Fiona Cunninghame-Murray on violin and SF Conservatory of Music in a program of favorites by J.S. Bach, Haydn, and Rimsky-Korsakov. Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave. sfsymphony.org