Trade
2026-09-18 21:00 - 2026-09-19 02:00, 2026-10-16 21:00 - 2026-10-17 02:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Powerhouse Bar, 1347 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
TRADE is a monthly dance party at Powerhouse produced by Mark Weston and Mike Castro, bringing together underground house music, late-night energy, and a crowd that’s always ready to move. Built around connection, community, and a packed dance floor, TRADE has quickly become a staple for those looking for an elevated nightlife experience with a little edge.

At the heart of TRADE is resident DJ Will Vitagliano, whose signature sound blends deep melodic house, driving rhythms, and hypnotic grooves. His sets create the perfect journey—from warm, emotional builds to peak-time moments that keep the floor moving well into the night.

Each month, TRADE welcomes a rotating lineup of local favorites and guest talent, creating a unique experience while staying true to its roots: great music, great people, and an atmosphere where everyone can let go, connect, and lose themselves in the moment.

Whether you’re a regular or joining us for the first time, TRADE is where house music, community, and nightlife come together on one unforgettable dance floor.

Chub Rub
2026-09-19 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-17 17:00 - 21:00

BEATPIG
2026-09-19 21:00 - 2026-09-20 02:00, 2026-10-17 21:00 - 2026-10-18 02:00
Every Third Saturday

BEATPIG brings together all the great elements of leather, fashion, and drag to the legendary Powerhouse SOMA venue. Hosted every third Saturday by Juanita MORE! & DJ Stanley Frank this party features great music, cheap drinks, juicy gogo dancers, bondage demonstrations & rotating photographers all carrying on at the legendary leather bar – Powerhouse.
Benefiting Openhouse – Openhouse enables San Francisco Bay Area LGBTQ+ seniors to overcome the unique challenges they face as they age by providing housing, direct services and community programs.

Shirts Off Sundays
2026-09-20 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-27 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-04 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-11 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-18 16:00 - 20:00

Cocktailgate
2026-09-20 20:00 - 2026-09-21 02:00
Cocktailgate 2.0 – The drag show that just refuses to die.
One of the Bay Areas longest running shows built on chaos and art. Come see what “Minutes of Rehearsal” can do for you.
Hosted by Suppositori Spelling and Florence Frightengale.

PILLOWS
2026-09-21 21:00 - 2026-09-22 02:00, 2026-09-28 21:00 - 2026-09-29 02:00, 2026-10-05 21:00 - 2026-10-06 02:00, 2026-10-12 21:00 - 2026-10-13 02:00
The Monday drag party with Glamamore and crew…fresh beats, crafting & performance!

Stank
2026-09-25 21:00 - 2026-09-26 02:00
Stank is San Francisco’s infamous Ripe Pit night. Every 4th Friday the pit pigs, pups, and perverts converge on Powerhouse for a music forward night to take in the heady aromas, deep sounds, and experience the Pit Crew. Stank can also be seen on the road, having traveled the West Coast, to New York, and internationally.

LICK IT
2026-09-26 21:00 - 2026-09-27 02:00
What Do You Have A Taste For?

Drink Specials.
Every 4th Saturdays at the Powerhouse
9pm to 2am.

Carne Fresca
2026-09-27 16:00 - 20:00

Fan-Dumb
2026-09-27 21:00 - 2026-09-28 02:00
Where nerds and geeks come to be the cool kids.
Take a little cosplay, a little drag and make a big Big Show!

TRAVIESO
2026-10-02 21:00 - 2026-10-03 02:00
TRAVIESO! Your new favorite Latin Leather Night is back at @sfpowerhouse

Powerblouse!
2026-10-03 22:00 - 2026-10-04 02:00
Every First Saturday

Each month Juanita MORE! and Glamamore invite one lucky person to the stage of the Powerhouse Bar for a full-fantasy drag makeover. Watch as they use their sacred drag queen powers to tuck, tape, shape, glue, and staple this person together. Once the vision is complete, they push the newbie baby drag person onto the stage for their first-ever live lip-sync performance! The magic mascara wand will be casting spells!
Benefiting GSA Network, Roses Program – The Roses Program grew out of our TRUTH Program and our commitment to support trans girls of color. The Roses program is creating space built by and for trans girls of color, sculpted to not only welcome girls in but to uplift their voices and power.

Wild Cards
2026-10-04 20:00 - 2026-10-05 01:00
Welcome to the ultimate free-for-all drag show.
Performers are welcome to come perform whatever they want with no theme. (Most of the time)
Hosted by the thrilling Florence Frightengale.
Every first Sunday!

WHORROR
2026-10-07 20:00 - 2026-10-08 01:00
” WHORROR!,
the hottest monthly horror/alt show in the Bay!
Every FIRST WEDNESDAY
with Polly Amber Ross at the legendary SF Powerhouse.
Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @whorrordragshowofficial “

Rubber Ducky
2026-10-08 17:00 - 21:00

T - Dance
2026-10-09 17:00 - 21:00
Divine Masc: T-Dance is a Trans Masc meet up and happy hour.
This is our casual after work bar hangout time,
for those that don’t want to stay out late,
or don’t vibe with the evening bar scene. No cover, just donations.
Come relax, have a drink, have some complimentary pizza,
get a tattoo, and meet new friends!
Everyone is welcome!

Cuir
2026-10-09 22:00 - 2026-10-10 02:00
“It’s pronounced queer, you heathens.”
Think infernal leather, heavy bass, cruising energy, and unapologetic queer presence.
A night for the bold, the deviant, and the beautifully adorned.
Bring your harnesses, your boots,
your attitude—and maybe a friend who bites.

HOUSE PARTY
2026-10-10 21:00 - 2026-10-11 02:00
The furniture and rugs get moved back in for the best frat infused underground dance party! Ky and Juan Martinez give you a lasers, lights ‘n smoke!!

PRIMAL
2026-10-11 20:00 - 2026-10-12 01:00
Powerhouse’s favorite Pup and Furry party. With electrifying dance music, strong drinks and hot gogo pup’s!
Hosted by pup handler themselves Whisper!

What the Fuck!
2026-10-14 20:00 - 2026-10-15 02:00
It’s the show that brings the chaotic energy, experimental drag and fun beats to you every second Wednesday.

Do you want to try out a new performance ?
First day in drag?
Or just want to twirl on stage ?
bring a thumb drive, whether you just started or you’re a pro
there’s a space for you.
Open to any and all styles of performance.
