Costume Parties San Francisco

Cemetery Walk

Startup World Cup Grand Finale

Registration: [https://swcgf26.eventbrite.com] Startup World Cup Grand Finale: [www.startupworldcup.io/grand-finale](http://www.startupworldcup.io/grand-finale) **Join us for the Startup World Cup Grand Finale!** Hosted by Pegasus Tech Ventures, Startup World Cup is a global startup pitch competition that brings together ambitious entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, corporate leaders, and technology innovators. Watch outstanding startups compete on a global stage for a $1 million investment prize, connect with investors and industry leaders, and discover groundbreaking ideas shaping the future of technology. The event offers opportunities to network with founders, explore emerging technologies, attend insightful speaker panels, and build meaningful business connections within the global startup ecosystem. Whether you're a founder looking to grow your business, an investor seeking the next big opportunity, or a technology enthusiast passionate about innovation, Startup World Cup is where connections turn into possibilities. **Event Details:** * **Semi Finals (Day 1):** November 4\, 2026 \| 9AM \- 6PM * **Semi Finals (Day 2):** November 5\, 2026 \| 9AM \- 12PM * **Corporate Innovation Seminar:** November 5\, 2026 \| 2PM \- 5:30PM * **Grand Finale:** November 6\, 2026 \| 9AM \- 6PM * **Networking Party:** November 6\, 2026 \| 6PM \- 8:30PM * **Location:** Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Bhangra & Beats Night Market-Official City of San Francisco Diwali Celebration

**Bhangra & Beats Night Market** **Official City of San Francisco Diwali Celebration** **Friday\, November 13\, 2026 \| 4–9 PM** **Yerba Buena Gardens + Jessie Square + Yerba Buena Lane** **Family Friendly & All Ages** **Free With RSVP:** [https://bb-diwali-26.eventbrite.com](https://bb-diwali-26.eventbrite.com) Celebrate Diwali in the heart of San Francisco as **[Bhangra & Beats Night Market](https://www.instagram.com/bhangraandbeats/)** returns to [Yerba Buena Gardens ](https://www.instagram.com/p/DdagBp2S9LJ/)for the **Official City of San Francisco Diwali Celebration**! The Gardens come alive with the infectious energy of **[Non Stop Bhangra](https://www.instagram.com/nonstopbhangra/)** bringing its signature mix of Bhangra music, dance, live drummers, colorful performances, interactive dance lessons, DJs, and an open dance floor where everyone is invited to join the celebration. Enjoy delicious Indian food, local makers and artisans, henna, family-friendly activities, arts and crafts, community activations, Bollywood music at Jessie Square plaza, plus more throughout Yerba Buena Gardens and Yerba Buena Lane. Inspired by the joy, light, and togetherness of Diwali, Bhangra & Beats transforms the heart of downtown San Francisco into a vibrant celebration of South Asian culture and Bay Area community bringing people of all backgrounds together through music, dance, food, art, and connection. Indian inspired fits encouraged\~come dressed in vibrant colors and your favorite Diwali look as we light up the gardens together! ✨🪔

SAN FRANCISCO Cuddles - Cuddle Party at HeartLab! Nov 21, 2026

**Sat Nov 21- Cuddle Party at HeartLab!** Sign up[ ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-sep-12th-tickets-1990461988389?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=sfcmu)**[on Eventbrite only](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-november-21st-tickets-2001433976902?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=ebcpmu)**[ ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-november-21st-tickets-2001433976902?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=ebcpmu)\- to join our Cuddle Party\! Due to COVID-19, you must be fully vaccinated and boosted in order to attend the event. RSVPing here DOES NOT guarantee a spot - make sure to REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE. All other details can be found on [Eventbrite.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-november-21st-tickets-2001433976902?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=ebcpmu) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-november-21st-tickets-2001433976902?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=ebcpmu **What is a Cuddle Party?** Cuddle Party is a 3-4 hour workshop experience where participants engage in communication exercises, explore touch in a non-sexual space, experience personal exploration and intimacy, and have fun with like minded people. More details are in the[ ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-sep-12th-tickets-1990461988389?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=sfcmu)[Eventbrite.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuddle-party-at-heartlab-sat-november-21st-tickets-2001433976902?aff=ebdsoporgprofile?aff=ebcpmu)

Mini-Meetup: Fun and Games at Jila's House

Costumed Figure Drawing @ Madrone Art Bar (SF)

🗓️ Every Tuesday 🕡 630 to 830pm 📍500 Divisadero Ave., SF **🎟️ ADMISSION $15 CASH ONLY** 🪑 LIMITED SEATING: 30 max ✏️ Bring your own art supplies, though some are available. **🎨 MUST BE 21+ with valid ID and all skill levels welcomed.**

Monthly Game Night @ Madrone Art Bar

Come solo or bring friends and choose from a mix of party games, strategy games, chess, puzzles, and more. The Gamescape crew will be on hand to help you find a game and get started. Every 1st Saturday of the month! Free, 21+, and outside food is welcome! 1st Saturdays of the month // 4–7 PM at Madrone Art Bar

OAKLAND Cuddles - Cuddle Party in Oakland! November 8th 2026

NOTE: This event is cross posted, so RSVPs on Meetup do not reflect the actual number of tickets sold. We often sell out a week or so before the event, so it is advised to get your tickets well in advance. **Visit the [Eventbrite](https://OaklandPlatonicTouch110726.eventbrite.com) listing to buy a ticket and get more info!** This workshop offers participants opportunities to learn about and practice communication skills, explore consent, and discover the power of platonic touch. Attendees will practice identifying and asking for what they want, saying no to what they don’t want and yes to what they do want, and experiment with platonic touch in a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. If you... 1. have been suffering from skin hunger and lack of touch in your life 2. desire physical contact with other people in a non-sexual way 3. long for nurturing and healing touch 4. need a safe place to relax and rejuvenate 5. are looking to connect with an inspiring and welcoming community 6. want to stretch out of your comfort zone 7. often find yourself in the role of caretaker, but need a turn to be taken care of 8. have no idea how to answer the question "what kind of touch do you like?" 9. feel overwhelmed by both a desire for connection and a desire to run away from connection ...then our Platonic Touch Workshop & Practice may be just what you have been looking for! More details about this event: **WHAT TO EXPECT:** Upon arrival participants will get checked in, make a name tag, and be directed to the workshop space. The welcome circle and workshop will introduce participants to one another and offer guided exercises and support to practice communication skills. Afterwards, there will be approximately two hours available for practicing touch, eating snacks, or just hanging out. Our event ends a few minutes before 6:00pm with a brief closing circle. NOTE: Touch is not required at this event. Every activity is optional. You are welcome to come and observe only. You get to choose THE WHOLE TIME. **SICK POLICY:** If you're feeling sick, please stay home. One of the ways we care for one another as a community is by helping prevent the spread of illness. If you're experiencing symptoms of a cold, the flu, COVID, or any other potentially contagious illness, we ask that you sit this one out and join us another time. If you're unable to attend because you're not feeling well, you may either transfer your ticket to a future Platonic Touch Workshop or receive a full refund. No questions asked. Thank you for helping us keep our community healthy. **PUNCTUALITY:** Allow time for losing your keys and getting caught in traffic and looking for parking in order to be on time. Doors open at 1:00pm and close PROMPTLY at 1:30pm. In order to provide a safe and respectful environment for all participants, there will be no admittance after 1:30pm. **PARKING:** There is street parking within 2-3 blocks of the home. Allow extra time to find parking! **ACCESSIBILITY:** No pets live in the home. There is one flight of stairs to climb to attend the event, and another flight of stairs to reach the all gender restroom. **CLOTHING:** Wear pajamas or comfortable lounge wear. Shoes are not allowed in the carpeted space where we will be gathering. **FOOD & BEVERAGE:** Please bring a snack, a potluck dish, or non-alcoholic beverages to share with the group in the kitchen area. **PERSONAL HYGIENE:** Avoid perfumes or any other strongly scented products, as some people may be sensitive to these. Make sure you have showered or bathed recently. **TICKETS:** You must reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket through Eventbrite. Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with exact location details. Your email address will also be added to the Platonic Touch email list, so you can receive emails about upcoming events, as well as links to register. You can unsubscribe to this list at any time. **FINANCIAL AID:** If you are facing financial hardship, I invite you to **use the promo code SUPPORT to get a 50% discount on your ticket.** There are a limited number of these discounted tickets available, so please only apply it if you need the discount in order to attend. **ABOUT ME:** I am a Certified Cuddle Party Facilitator. I also have more than ten years experience working in the field of early childhood and parent education which help me bring empathy, compassion, clarity, creativity and strong leadership into my role as a Cuddle Party Facilitator. I love creating safe spaces for people to connect to themselves and each other. To learn more about Cuddle Parties, click here: http://www.cuddleparty.com/ (I choose to call my events Platonic Touch Workshops & Practice because I have found that the term "cuddle party" can be intimidating to individuals new to the world of platonic touch. It's important to me that my events appeal to a broad spectrum of people and feel safe for everyone. If you are feeling intimidated about attending, please know that one of the foundational rules of our events is that you never have to touch anyone you don't want to, ever. In fact, not touching or cuddling is always an available and viable option. Aside from practicing touch, there is also space for chatting, writing, coloring, reading, napping, and eating snacks!) If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please message me through Eventbrite. All good things, Autumn Vandiver **Visit the [Eventbrite](https://OaklandPlatonicTouch110726.eventbrite.com) listing to buy a ticket!**

Berkeley Furmeet

Fandom Mashup Party

Grab a ticket to one of the funnest nights coming right after Halloween! Nerdy Nostalgia-Core Bangers & more! Cosplay welcome! All your geekdom favorites mashed up! The doors open at 9 PM, optional meet up beforehand at 8 PM for dinner and fun anime chat (and optional pregame!) Optional cosplay! Advanced tickets are starting at $12 at the link below! Come for a night of fun, new friends, music, and anime! https://bootiemashup.com/parties/bootie-con-fandom-mashup-party-cat-club/

ONLINE LIVE- Are you Brighter than a 6th grader? Trivia

**\*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT - [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13686#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13686#tix)** Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register. (\*Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so RSVP's shown are just a small % attending. ABOUT: Do you know more than 6th Graders! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live interactive trivia game (Categories will be History, English/literature, Geography, Science, Math, Potpori). HOW IT WORKS: You can attend via a computer & Webcam or Smartphone/Ipad/Tablet. This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. In addition you get to meet and interact with other participants. At game time, your host will read off Trivia questions. Your goal is to come up with the right answer to each question and write it down on your paper. Once the round is over (about 6 questions), we will go through the answers and determine who had the highest score for the round. They will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize at the end of the event. We will have multiple rounds of play and have a system to also virtually introduce you to other participants. HOW DO YOU FIND THE VIRTUAL ROOM: After you purchase your ticket, you will get a confirmation with the zoom link ON DAY OF THE EVENT. RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. **\*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT - [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13686#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13686#tix)** Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register.

cosplay photoshoot meet up *+.

come in cosplay !! plan to take some fire pics for the gram ( and walk to different places for a nice backdrop ) , to buy a nice meal at a local place , and meet new people ! no specific theme , just for fun to show off ur cosplay :p