On the Tab :: Dec. 21 - 28

Here's to everyone not flying, driving, training or hitchhiking out of town. Here's to the holiday happy hour haunts, the Santafied saturnalias.

Thursday, Dec. 21

After Dark @ Exploratorium
The cocktails and science night for adults, with installations throughout the hands-on exhibit museum. Dec. 21: Managnese, demos about the plant-supplement. Dec. 28: Mixing Color, demos with full-spectrum colors. $20. 6pm-10pm. Pier 15 at Embarcadero. https://www.exploratorium.edu/

Comedy Returns @ El Rio
Enjoy the intelligent stand-up comedy of Marga Gomez, Will Durst, Aundre the Wonderwoman, David Lawrence Hawkins, and Lisa Geduldig. $7-$20. 8pm. 3158 Mission St. www.elriosf.com

Gay Witch Solstice Trivia, Ho is Life @ The Stud
Enjoy pagan puns and pontification at the queer trivia night. 7pm-10pm. Followed by the fun slutty par-tay. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Gayface @ El Rio
Queer weekly night out at the popular Mission bar. 9pm-2am. 3158 Mission St. www.elriosf.com

The Golden Girls @ Victoria Theatre
The hugely popular drag performances of Christmas episodes from the classic elder women sitcom return, with Heklina, Matthew Martin, D'Arcy Drollinger, Holotta Tymes and special guest stars. $25-$40. Thu-Sat 8pm. Sun 7pm. (Sun Dec. 10 & 17, 2pm). Thru Dec. 23. 2961 16th St. www.goldengirlssf.com

Jason Brock @ Oasis
The popular local singer performs two nights of holiday-themed songs; guests include vocalist Paula West, flautist Gerald Beckett, and piano accompanist Dee Spencer. $40-$45. 8pm. Dec 22 at 7pm. 298 11th St. www.brockwest.eventbrite.com www.sfoasis.com

Junk @ Powerhouse
MrPam and Dulce de Leche cohost the weekly underwear strip night and contest, with sexy prizes. $5. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

The Monster Show @ The Edge
The weekly drag show with host Sue Casa, DJ MC2, themed nights and hilarious fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Nice Jewish Boys @ Evil Eye
Gay Jewish men's group and GAPA (Gay Asian Pacific Alliance) and their friends happy hour mixer. 6:30pm. 2937 Mission St. https://www.keshetonline.org http://www.evileyesf.com/

Picante @ The Cafe
Lulu and DJ Marco's Latin night with sexy gogo guys. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Queer Karaoke @ Club OMG
KJ Dana hosts the weekly singing night; unleash your inner American Idol; first Thursdays are Costume Karaoke; 3rd is Kinky Karaoke 8pm. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Rock Fag @ Hole in the Wall
Enjoy hard rock and punk music from DJ Don Baird at the wonderfully divey SoMa bar. Also Fridays. 7pm-2am. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Sundance Saloon @ Space 550
The Country-Western line-dancing two-stepping dance events celebrates 18 years. Free-$5. 5pm-10:30pm. Also Sundays (not Dec 24). 550 Barneveld Ave. www.sundancesaloon.org

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night. $5. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

Winter Sausage Party @ Hole in the Wall
The SoMa rock bar celebrates the holidays with sausages paired with their tasty beer selection. 6pm-10pm. 1369 Folsom St. www.hitws.com

Winter Solstice Ceremony @ East Bay Venue
Women's celebration of Poli'ahu, the Hawaiian Snow Goddess of Mauna Kea. $15. 7:30pm. RSVP for info and address. www.daughtersofthegoddess.com

Winter Solstice Party @ Port Bar, Oakland
DJ Jibbs plays grooves, plus vegan food, vendors, and no cover. 7pm-1am. 2023 Broadway. www.portbaroakland.com

XXXmas Variety Show @ SF Eagle
Sister Roma and Dulce de Leche cohost the holiday show, with Munecas, Bitch Please, Juanite MORE!, Voodonna Black, Thee Pristine Condition, Beth BiCoastal and more, plus DJs Spaz and Dakota Pendant. $10. 9pm-2am. 398 12th st. www.sf-eagle.com

Friday, Dec. 22

Ain't Mama's Drag @ Balancoire
Weekly drag queen and drag king show hosted by Cruzin d'Loo. 8pm-10pm. No cover. 2565 Mission St. www.balancoiresf.com

Beach Blanket Babylon @ Club Fugazi
The musical comedy revue celebrates its 43th year with an ever-changing lineup of political and pop culture icons, all in gigantic wigs. Popular holiday-themed shows now booking. $25-$160. Beer/wine served; cash only; 21+, except where noted. Wed-Fri 8pm. Sat 6pm & 9pm. Sun 2pm & 5pm. 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd. (Green St.). 421-4222. www.beachblanketbabylon.com

Bear Happy Hour @ Midnight Sun
Hairy men and their pals enjoy 2-for-1 drinks and no cover. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Club Papi @ Club 21, Oakland
Hip Hop and Latin grooves event, with 3 dance floors, gogo studs and drag acts. $10-$20. 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. www.club21oakland.com

Disco Holiday @ Club OMG
Vin Sol & Primo DJ disco grooves at the intimate club. $10-$20. 10pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

DTF Fridays @ Port Bar, Oakland
Various DJs play house music, and a few hotties gogo dance at the new gay bar's weekly event. 9pm-2am. 2023 Broadway. (510) 823-2099. www.portbaroakland.com

Friday Nights at the Ho @ White Horse Bar, Oakland
Dance it up at the historic (and still hip) East Bay bar. 9pm-2am. 6551 Telegraph Ave. http://whitehorsebar.com

Friday Night Live @ El Rio
Enjoy the weekly queer and LGBT-friendly live acoustic concerts. $5pm. 3158 Mission St. www.elriosf.com

Gogo Fridays @ Toad Hall
Hot dancers grind it at the Castro bar with a dance floor and patio. 4146 18th St. www.toadhallbar.com

Happy Friday @ Midnight Sun
The popular video bar ends each work week with hot gogo guys (starting at 9pm) and drink specials; also Saturday nights. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Hard Fridays @ Qbar
DH Haute Toddy's weekly electro-pop night with hotty gogos. $3. 9pm-2am (happy hour 4pm-9pm). 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

Hella Gay Comedy @ Club OMG
Queer joke night, with host Nasty Ass Bitch. $15. 7pm. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

iCandy @ The Cafe
Gus Presents' weekly dance night, with DJ Deft, cute gogos and $2 beer (before 10pm). 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Manarchy Male Revue with Planet Booty @ Oakland Metro Operahouse
The sexy male burlesque review (acrobats, circus studs and strippers) is joined by the groovy sexy Oakland funk band in a special show. $10-$170. 9:30pm-11:30pm. 522 2nd St., Oakland. https://www.facebook.com/manarchymalerevue/ http://www.oaklandmetro.org/

Manimal @ Beaux
Gogo-tastic dance night starts off your weekend. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Midnight Show @ Divas
Weekly drag shows at the last transgender-friendly bar in the Polk; with hosts Victoria Secret, Alexis Miranda and several performers. Also Saturdays. $10. 11pm. 1081 Polk St. www.divassf.com

Queer Folk Punk Holiday Disaster Show @ The Lost Church
Shawna Virago, The Secret Emchy Society and Eli Conley share a festive bill of live music at the super-intimate cabaret club. $10-$15. 8pm. 65 Capp St. http://www.emchy.com/ http://www.thelostchurch.com/

Red Hots Burlesque @ The Stud
The saucy women's burlesque show hosted by Dottie Lux will titillate and tantalize. $10-$20. 8pm-9:30pm. 399 9th St. Also Sunday brunch shows at Piano Fight Theatre. 144 Taylor St. www.redhotsburlesque.com www.studsf.com

Shenanigans @ Oasis
The fun costumed theme dance night comes to an end, with a "So long and thanks for all the fish" Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy theme. $10-$15. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com

Skate Night @ Church on 8 Wheels
Groove on wheels at the former Sacred Heart Church-turned disco roller skate party space, hosted by John D. Miles, the "Godfather of Skate." 7pm-11pm. Sat afternoon sessions 1pm-2:30pm and 3pm-5:30pm. $10. Kids 12 and under $5. Skate rentals $5. 554 Fillmore St. at Fell. www.churchof8wheels.com

Steam @ Powerhouse
Bath house-ish fun, with towel-clad gogos, wet towel contest, the notorious gogo power shower, and DJ Kelly Naughton. $6. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Vibe Fridays @ Club BnB, Oakland
House music and cocktails, with DJs Shareef Raheim-Jihad and Ellis Lindsey. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Underwear Night @ SF Eagle
Strip down to your skivvies at the famed leather bar, with host Dulce de Leche and DJ Marcos Moreno. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Saturday, Dec. 23

Bad Santa @ SF Eagle
Sit on his lap and get a photo taken with Dirty Ole Santa. 9pm-1am. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Bollywood Dance Party @ Club OMG
Trikone's South Asian dance party with DJ Sshaan. $5. 9pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Bootie @ DNA Lounge
Resident DJs and guests spin at the mash-up DJ dance party, with four rooms of different sounds and eight DJs; The Monster Drag Show hosted by Sue Casa. $10-$15 and up. 9:30pm-3am. 375 11th St. www.bootiesf.com www.dnalounge.com

Bounce @ Lookout
Dance music with a view at the Castro bar. 9pm-2am. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Christmas Queens @ Mezzanine
RuPaul's Drag Race stars perform a mega-big holiday-themed comedy show, including Manila Luzon, Ginger Minj, Jinkx Monsoon, Sharon Needles, Phi Phi O'Hara, Peppermint, Thorgy Thor, Willam, and Ivy Winters; hosted by Michelle Visage. $39-$149. 9pm. 444 Jessie St. www.ChristmasQueens.net http://mezzaninesf.com/

Lips and Lashes Brunch @ Lookout
Weekly show with soul, funk and Motown grooves hosted by Carnie Asada, with DJs Becky Knox and Pumpkin Spice. The yummy brunch menu starts at 12pm, with the show at 1:30pm. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Mother @ Oasis
Heklina's popular drag show, with special guests and great music themes (No bachelorette parties admitted!) Dec. 23 is a Golden Girls after-party, and Christmas-themed drag acts by Heklina, D'Arcy Drollinger, Matthew Martin, Holotta Tymes, and (all the way from LA) Monistat! $5. 10pm-3am (11:30pm show). 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com

Nitty Gritty @ Beaux
Josh Carmichael with DJ Salazer host the tattoo appreciation night. $10. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

The Playground @ Club BNB, Oakland
Revamped night at the popular hip hop and Latin dance club. $5-$15. 9pm to 4am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Polyglamorous @ F8
The groovalectic DJ crew showcases residents mix masters Major, Mark O'Brien and Beya. Dance, cruise and enjoy; holiday garb encouraged. $7-$12. 10pm-3am. 1192 Folsom St. https://www.facebook.com/polyglamorous.club/

Pretty in Ink @ Powerhouse
DJ Becky Know, tattooed love boy gogos and cruisy fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Saturgay @ Qbar
Stanley Frank spins house dance remixes at the intimate Castro dance bar. $3. 9pm-2am (weekly beer bust 2pm-9pm). 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

Shake It Up @ Port Bar, Oakland
DJ Lady Char spins dance grooves; gogo studs, and drink specials, too. 9pm-2am. 2023 Broadway. (510) 823-2099. www.portbaroakland.com

Soul Party @ Elbo Room
DJs Lucky, Paul, and Phengren Osward spin 60s soul 45s. $5-$10 ($5 off in semi-formal attire). 10pm-2am. 647 Valencia St. 552-7788. www.elbo.com

Sugar @ The Cafe
Dance, drink, cruise at the Castro club, with DJs Gay Marvine, Taco Tuesday and Matthew XO. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Vivvy's Saturnalia @ The Stud
VivvyAnne ForeverMORE's night celebrates the ancient Roman holiday; Pagan and mythological dress code adored; with DJ Siobhan Aluvalot. $5-$10. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Winter Onsieland @ Lone Star Saloon
Don your gay union suits at Reddroxx and the bear bar's onesie night. 9pm-2am. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com

Sunday, Dec. 24

[Christmas Eve; some venues may be closed.]

Beer Bust @ Lone Star Saloon
Beer, bears, beats at the weekly fundraiser for various local charities. $15. 4pm-8pm. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com

Beer Bust @ SF Eagle
The popular weekly event packs in the fans, with proceeds going to local charities. $10. Beer bust 3pm-5pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Beverage Benefit @ The Edge
Fundraiser and fun, with proceeds going to local nonprofits. $10. 4pm-7pm. 4149 18th St. www.edgesf.com

Big Gay Beer Bust @ The Cinch
Beenfits and plenty of beer at the historic neighborhood bar. 3pm-7pm. 1723 Polk St. www.cinchsf.com

Big Top @ Beaux
Enjoy an extra weekend night at the fun Castro nightclub, plus hot local DJs and sexy gogo guys and gals. $8. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.Beauxsf.com

Blessed @ Port Bar, Oakland
Carnie Asada's fun drag night with Carnie's Angels Mahlae Balenciaga and Au Jus, plus DJ Ion. 2023 Broadway. www.portbaroakland.com

Dirty Musical Sundays @ The Edge
Sing along at the popular musical theatre night, with a bawdy edge; also Mondays and Wednesdays (but not dirty). 7pm-2am. 2 for 1 cocktail, 5pm-closing. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Domingo De Escandal @ Club OMG
Weekly Latin night with drag shows hosted by Vicky Jimenez and DJ Carlitos. (Comedy Open Mic 5:30pm). 7pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Femme Brunch @ Balancoire
Weekly live music shows with various acts, along with brunch buffet, bottomless Mimosas, champagne and more, at the stylish nightclub and restaurant, with live entertainment and DJ Shawn P. $15-$20. 11am-3pm. After that, Femme T-Dance drag shows at 7pm, 10pm and 11pm. 2565 Mission St. at 21st. 920-0577. www.balancoiresf.com

Game Heavan @ Brewcade
Take a break from holiday burdens with a few rounds of video games and specialty beers. No cover. 2200 Market St. www.brewcadesf.com

GlamaZone @ The Cafe
Pollo del Mar's weekly drag show takes on different themes with a comic edge. 8:30-11:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Jock @ The Lookout
Enjoy the weekly jock-ular fun, with DJed dance music at sports team fundraisers. 12pm-1am. NY DJ Sharon White from 3pm-6pm. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Queer Tango @ Finnish Hall, Berkeley
Same-sex partner tango dancing, including lessons for newbies, food and drinks. $5-$10. 3:30pm-6:30pm. 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley. www.finnishhall.org

Sunday's a Drag @ Starlight Room
The weekly brunch and drag show with a panoramic view. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 395-8595. www.starlightroomsf.com

Sunday Brunch @ Thee Parkside
Bottomless Mimosas until 3pm at the fun rock-punk club. 1600 17th St. 252-1330. www.theeparkside.com

Monday, Dec. 25

[Christmas Day; most venues will be closed.]

Holiday Ice Rink @ Union Square
Enjoy skating at the downtown holiday rink; special performances and events thru January. To skate: $13-$25, daily 9:30am-9pm. 333 Post St. http://unionsquareicerink.com/

Holiday Potluck, Marathon Meetings @ Castro Country Club
Also, open Christmas Day for AA meetings, 7:30am-11pm; Holiday Potluck dinner, 1pm-4pm in the cafe. Family Jewels, an exhibit of Timothy Snyder 's colorful new works at the LGBT sober space. 4058 18th St. http://castrocountryclub.org

Tuesday, Dec. 26

Cock Shot @ Beaux
Shot specials and adult Bingo games, with DJs Chad Bays and Riley Patrick, at the new weekly night. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Dragula @ Oasis
Weekly screenings of LA's Boulet Brothers' dragtastic TV show of ghoulish glamour. No cover. 7pm. 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com

Hella Saucy @ Q Bar
Queer dance party at the stylish intimate bar. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

High Fantasy @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Weekly drag and variety show, with live acts and lip-synching divas, plus DJed grooves. $5. Shows at 10:30pm & 12am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

Hysteria Comedy @ Martuni's
Open mic for women and queer comics, with host Irene Tu. 6pm-8pm. 4 Valencia St.

Karaoke Night @ The Stud
Sing Till It Hurts with hostess Sister Flora; 2 for 1 happy hour, no cover, plus raffle prize drawings. 8pm-2am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Karaoke Cocktails @ Ginger's
The new basement tribute to the old Ginger's Trois hosts a weekly singing fun. 8pm-12am. 86 Hardie Place. https://www.gingers.bar/

The Kinsey Sicks @ Boxcar Theatre
The dragapella quartet returns with Oy Vey in a Manger, their multi-holiday comic music romp. $45-$65. 7:30pm. Wed & Sat also 2:30pm. Thru Dec. 30. 644 Broadway. https://www.thespeakeasysf.com/event-oy-vey/

Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre
Strip down with the strippers at the clothing-optional night. $20. 9pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Retro Night @ 440 Castro
Jim Hopkins plays classic pop oldies, with vintage music videos. 9pm-2am. 44 Castro St. www.the440.com

Sing Out @ Encore Karaoke Lounge
Home of drag shows, and hilaraoke karaoke. 9pm-1am. 1550 California St. #2. 775-0442.

Stag @ Powerhouse
Single, or a couple looking for an extra? Cruise it up. $5. 5pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Trivia Night @ Hi Tops
Play the trivia game at the popular new sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Trivia Night @ Port Bar, Oakland
Cranny hosts a big gay trivia night at the new East Bay bar; drinks specials and prizes. 7:30pm. 2023 Broadway. www.portbaroakland.com

Underwear Night @ Club OMG
Weekly underwear night includes free clothes check, and drink specials; Santa hats welcome. $4. 10pm-2am. Preceded by Open Mic Comedy, 7pm, no cover. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Wednesday, Dec. 27

Bondage-a-Gogo @ The Cat Club
The weekly gay/straight/whatever fetish-themed kinky dance night. $7-$10. 9:30pm-2:30am. 1190 Folsom St. www.bondage-a-go-go.com www.catclubsf.com

Bottoms Up Bingo @ Hi Tops
Play board games and win offbeat prizes at the popular sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

B.P.M. @ Club BnB, Oakland
Olga T and Shugga Shay's weekly queer women and men's R&B hip hop and soul night, at the club's new location. No cover. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway, Oakland. www.bench-and-bar.com

Castro Karaoke @ Midnight Sun
Sing out with host Bebe Sweetbriar; 2 for 1 well drinks. 8pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Cocktail Time @ Ginger's Trois
Enjoy drinks at the intimate downstairs tribute to the original dive bar; Tue & Wed 5pm-12am. Thu-Sat 5pm-2am. 86 Hardie Place.

Comedy Showcase @ SF Eagle
Kollin Holtz hosts the open mic comedy night. 5:30pm-8pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Freeball Wednesdays @ The Cinch
Free pool and drink specials at the historic neighborhood bar. 8pm-1am. 1723 Polk St. www.cinchsf.com

Juicy @ Club OMG
Weekly women's event at the intimate Mid-market nightclub, with DJ Micah Tron. 9pm-2am. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Miss Kitty's Trivia Night @ Wild Side West
The weekly fun night at the Bernal Heights bar includes prizes, hosted by Kitty Tapata. No cover. 7pm-10pm. 424 Cortland St. 647-3099. www.wildsidewest.com

Movie Night @ SF Eagle
Enjoy drinks and a flick, with trivia games and prizes. 8pm-2am. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com

Pan Dulce @ Beaux
The hot weekly Latin dance night with sexy gogo guys, drag divas and more, with Club Papi's Frisco Robbie and Fabian Torres. $7. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Hump @ Powerhouse
DJ Jim Collins plays vinyl grooves. 7pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Wrangler Wednesdays @ Rainbow Cattle Company, Guerneville
Wear your jeans and meet new folks at the Russian River gay bar. 16220 Main St., Guerneville. www.queersteer.com

Thursday, Dec. 28

Beer Bust @ Lone Star Saloon
Weekly beer bust and benefit for local charities. 9pm-11pm. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com

Buffy Sing-Along @ Lone Star Saloon
Enjoy musical numbers from Buffy the Vampire Slayer TV show, plus drag acts and trivia contest prizes. 8pm show. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com

Dancing @ Badlands
The Castro bar's intimate dance floor and gogo guys, with drink specials. 9pm-2am. 4121 18th St. http://www.sfbadlands.com/

Fuego @ The Watergarden, San Jose
Weekly DJed sex party with Latin videos and musics, free salsa bar, half-price lockers, at the famed South Bay bath house. 4pm-12am. 1010 The Alameda, San Jose. www.thewatergarden.com

Ginger Minge @ Oasis
The RuPaul's Drag Race star brings her Crossdresser for Christmas show to the SoMa nightclub. $27.50-$40. 8pm. Also Dec 29 & 30, 7pm (and at Mother Dec 30). 298 11th St. www.sfoasis.com

Goapele @ Yoshi's, Oakland
The gorgeous singer with an amazing voice performs four nights at the elegant restaurant-nightclub, including two New Year's Eve concerts with her band. $36, $69, $99. Thu & Fri 8pm & 10pm. Sat 7:30pm & 9:30pm. Dec 31, 8pm and 11pm. 520 Embarcadero West. https://www.goapele.com/ www.yoshias.com

Gym Class @ Hi Tops
Enjoy whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Junk @ Powerhouse
MrPam and Dulce de Leche cohost the weekly underwear strip night and contest, with sexy prizes. $5. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Kick It @ DNA Lounge
Kandi Love, Northcore Collective and Plus Alliance's weekly EDM, flow arts dance night, with DJs; glow drag encouraged. $5-$10. 9pm-2am. 375 11th St. www.dnalounge.com

Literary Speakeasy @ Martuni's
Readings by local authors, with Gina Stella dell'Assunta, Lewis DeSimone, Diane Glazman, Tony Press, and David Welper, and host James J. Siegel. 7pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market.

The Monster Show @ The Edge
The weekly drag show with host Sue Casa, DJ MC2, themed nights and hilarious fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

My So-Called Night @ Beaux
Carnie Asada hosts a weekly '90s-themed video, dancin', drinkin' night, with VJs Jorge Terez. Get down with your funky bunch, and enjoy 90-cent drinks. '90s-themed attire and costume contest. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Nap's Karaoke @ Virgil's Sea Room
Sing out loud at the weekly least judgmental karaoke in town, hosted by the former owner of the bar. No cover. 9pm. 3152 Mission St. 829-2233. www.virgilssf.com

Nick Spangler @ Feinstein's at the Nikko
The Bay Area native and Broadway star performs his new cabaret concert, Since I've Been Gone. $22.50-$50 ($20 food/drink min.). 8pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason st. www.feinsteinsatthenikko.com

Queer Karaoke @ Club OMG
KJ Dana hosts the weekly singing night; unleash your inner American Idol; first Thursdays are Costume Karaoke; 3rd is Kinky Karaoke 8pm. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Rice Rockettes @ Lookout
Local and visiting Asian drag queens' weekly show with DJ Philip Grasso. $5. 10:30pm show. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Sundance Saloon @ Space 550
The Country-Western line-dancing two-stepping dance night. $5. lessons at 5:30pm, dancing til 10:30pm. Also Sundays. 550 Barneveld Ave. www.sundancesaloon.org

Thirsty Thursdays @ Moby Dick
Happy hour at the Castro bar. 5pm-8pm. 4049 18th St. http://www.mobydicksf.com/

Thursday Night Live @ SF Eagle
Rock bands play at the famed leather bar. $5-$10. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Throwback Thursdays @ Qbar
Enjoy retro 80s soul, dance and pop classics with DJ Jorge Terez. No cover. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

Thump @ White Horse, Oakland
Weekly electro music night with DJ Matthew Baker and guests. 9pm-2am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge
Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

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