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Bollywood Festive Nights at Union Square

Sat, Apr 25, 12:00 AM

From " ¡ ᗯᗩᑎTEᗪ TO ᗪO TᕼᗩT . . . ᒍᑌᔕT ᑎOT ᗩᒪOᑎE ! ! ! ℠ " Nor Cal

4.4

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Night** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, community. **5:00 – 6:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **6:00 – 7:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **7:00 – 8:00 PM** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour open dance party. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 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) Free class every month on 4th Friday of the Month except in August it will be on August 14th Classes go till end of September 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 :)

10 attendees

Korean for Everyone - Intermediate Level : Free Class & Cultural Meetup

Sat, May 2, 9:30 PM

From San Francisco Korean Language and Culture

5.0

**Welcome to the Intermediate Korean Class!** 🎉 We’re so glad to have you join our **Intermediate Level Korean group**! This class is designed for learners who already know the basics and want to build confidence in speaking and expressing themselves more naturally. During our sessions, we focus on: 🗣️ Practicing conversation and fluency ✍️ Strengthening grammar and sentence structure 🌸 Learning about Korean culture and expressions **This week’s focus:** We’ll be practicing speaking! Please prepare a short story (about 2–3 minutes) about your week to share and discuss with your peers and teacher. 📍 **Location:** 1911 Hayes Street 🕔 **Time:** 2:30pm Let’s have fun learning and connecting through Korean together! 💫

2 attendees

Earth Day Concert

Sun, Apr 26, 11:00 PM

From San Francisco Indian Music Meetup

4.9

# 🌎🎶 **Let’s celebrate the Earth with a big community sing. Join us for the Earth Day Concert and SingJam.** # **A joyful afternoon of live music, community singing, and open jams** # **🎶 Music leaders from diverse faith based communities sharing songs of the Earth 🌎, water 🌊, trees 🌱, oneness ❤️and more....** # **🛠️ Make your own musical instrument from salvaged materials with [@urbanore](https://www.instagram.com/urbanore/)♻️ Even the stage is built from reclaimed materials!🌿 Plus eco resources from [@transitionberkeley](https://www.instagram.com/transitionberkeley/)** # Schedule # **🎵 4–5pm Community Jam** # 🎤 5–6:30pm Concert with Sacred Music Fellowship and Anhad Naad Collective # **🎵 6:30–7pm Community Jam** # **Come sing, play, or simply enjoy the music. Bring a blanket and friends, and help fill the park with song** # **🎶All ages • All voices • All instruments welcomeFree • RSVP encouraged** # **[Link Here](l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.humanitix.com%2Fearthdayconcert%3Futm_source%3Dig%26utm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_content%3Dlink_in_bio%26fbclid%3DPAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn8lmf22bUX9xeeUsLWxmFferLG-DG94hch1k8d8h_cicltv3Dw18CBxzpC_8_aem_ORuLJb9FT52v1KmArvRGYA%26utm_id%3D97760_v0_s00_e0_tv3_a1denni6ullxm4&e=AT4SyppnzGQZiXUf8dH_kbrLcibNWxAp1f4nrZ3HroYuUZpef9C31KSszmuC-grYOfBV55MnRNmcgg6DXnp54zifuCFNHDaNrMXgF-kBOcf7R2RVV_vkC2w5_g)** # **Supported in part by a Civic Arts Grant from [@cityofberkeley](https://www.instagram.com/cityofberkeley/)**

3 attendees

Korean for Everyone - Beginners: Free Class & Cultural Meetup

Sat, May 2, 8:00 PM

From San Francisco Korean Language and Culture

5.0

**Come hang out with us at the San Francisco Korean Culture and Language Meetup Group!** This Meetup is for **beginner-level Korean learners**. If you already have a basic understanding of Korean and want to focus more on **speaking fluently and improving expression**, please sign up for the **Intermediate Level** class instead. In our last session, we learned how to form the past tense in Korean. For your review, here is a simple summary of the past tense forms. In Korean, the past tense is usually made by adding: –았어요 (used when the last vowel of the verb stem is 아 or 오) –었어요 (used with all other verb stems) –했어요 (used with all verbs that end in 하다) Examples: 저는 집에 갔어요. → I went home. 저는 커피를 마셨어요. → I drank coffee. 저는 어제 공부를 했어요. → I studied yesterday. Vowel Sounds 👉 https://youtube.com/shorts/cNpBn5vFmas?si=_4iMeM01Tv0CMfRZ Combined Vowel Sounds 👉https://youtube.com/shorts/bFM4dQIEzfE?si=LMeRs1OPMoncUQWY Consonant sounds 👉 https://youtube.com/shorts/5huk-375qTM?si=HKLK-h-aeLyeV_dX Combination of vowel and consonant chart 👉 https://youtu.be/ihtB9EVOfpg?si=AYfyYVJPyIJ0fY-l **For the Intermediate Level, please RSVP separately for that class. We have opened another Intermediate Korean class on Meetup.** Address: 1911 Hayes Street Time: 2:30pm (Intermediate Level) See you all!

5 attendees

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

Sat, May 2, 12:30 AM

From " ¡ ᗯᗩᑎTEᗪ TO ᗪO TᕼᗩT . . . ᒍᑌᔕT ᑎOT ᗩᒪOᑎE ! ! ! ℠ " Nor Cal

4.4

**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!**

6 attendees

New School Berkeley's Backyard Boogie!

Sat, May 2, 10:00 PM

From Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists

New School of Berkeley is excited to invite you to one of our favorite events of the year! Join us for an afternoon of music, play, and community fun! Dance the day away, try your luck at raffle prizes, and enjoy delicious food and drinks with friends and family. It’s a wonderful chance to connect, celebrate, and simply have a great time together. 📅 Saturday, May 2nd 🕒 3:00–7:00 PM This event helps raise funds for our scholarship program, supporting equitable access for families in our community. Purchase Tickets<[https://secure.givelively.org/event/new-school-of-berkeley/new-school-annual-fund-2025-26/the-2026-new-school-of-berkeley-backyard-boogie](https://secure.givelively.org/event/new-school-of-berkeley/new-school-annual-fund-2025-26/the-2026-new-school-of-berkeley-backyard-boogie)> We can’t wait to celebrate with you! Warmly, The New School Team

1 attendee

Sacred Music Fellowship's Earth Day Concert & SingJam

Sun, Apr 26, 11:00 PM

From San Francisco Kirtan Connection

4.8

**Earth Day Community Sing + Jam** Let’s celebrate the Earth **with a big community sing in the park - free!** Join us at **Cedar Rose Park** in Berkeley for a joyful afternoon of **live music, community singing, and open jams.** 🌿 **Sing along with local music leaders from many cultures sharing songs of the Earth, water, trees, and more.** **Make your own musical instrument from salvaged materials (with Urban Ore)! Eco-resources from Transition Berkeley.** **Come sing, jam, or just listen. Bring your voice, an instrument, a blanket, and friends. All ages welcome!** **Schedule** 🎵 4–5pm Community Jam 🎤 5–6:30pm Concert & Singalong 🎵 6:30–7pm Community Jam Supported in part by a **Civic Arts Grant from the City of Berkeley**. Questions? [events@sacredmusicfellowship.org](mailto:events@sacredmusicfellowship.org)

3 attendees

Bollywood Festive Nights | April 24

Sat, Apr 25, 12:00 AM

From Desis Dance Meetups

4.5

**Bollywood Festive Nights at Union Square – Free & Open to All 🎉** Friday\, April 24 \| 5:00–8:00 p\.m \| Union Square\, San Francisco **Get ready to twirl under the city lights! ✨** Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Festive Night** in the heart of San Francisco — a vibrant celebration of rhythm, joy, and community. 💃🏽 **Schedule:** Unique choreos taught each hour! 🕔 **5:00 – 6:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! 🕔 **6:00 – 7:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! 🕕 **7:00 – 8:00 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! **More details:** 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. Beginner friendly. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 👑 Unique festive theme each month 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Walks ins are more than welcome. But we encourage you to register before hand. Donations via PayPal → rangdebollywood@gmail.com Sign Up → rang.eventbrite.com *"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* **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.**

2 attendees

Bollywood Nights at Union Square

Sat, Apr 25, 12:00 AM

From " Ⓒulture, Ⓒuisine, Ⓒocktails, Ⓒoffee & Ⓒonvos = Ⓒommunity'

4.5

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Night** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, community. **5:00 – 6:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **6:00 – 7:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **7:00 – 8:00 PM** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour open dance party. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 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) Free class every month on 4th Friday of the Month except in August it will be on August 14th Classes go till end of September 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 :)

3 attendees

Free Bhangra Dance Class in Berkeley-Bay Area Dance Week Celebration

Sat, Apr 25, 4:00 PM

From Non Stop Bhangra

4.7

**Dholrhythms Free Bhangra Class** *Bay Area Dance Week Celebration* **Saturday\, April 25th \| 9:00–10:00am** Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center 1317 San Pablo Ave \| Berkeley [Free Registration Here](https://dancersgroup.org/calendar/non-stop-bhangra-dance-class-with-dholrhythms/) **Love dancing with us at Non Stop Bhangra or Bhangra & Beats Night Market? Ever wanted to try one of our Bhangra classes?** Here’s your chance to experience it for free as part of [Bay Area Dance Week ](https://dancersgroup.org/badw/) a 10-day celebration of dance across the Bay with classes, performances, workshops, and more. Bring a friend (or a few!) and come enjoy a fun, low-key community class while picking up some moves for the next dance floor. Our [Dholrhythms Bhangra classes](https://nonstopbhangra.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=36e8187490e8f981a154fce01&id=14af1a6d92&e=7fe5b3ae4f) are welcoming and open to all levels—no experience necessary. Make sure to RSVP to save your spot. We look forward to dancing with you 💛

4 attendees

Social Volunteering -- Carnival Parade & Festival, SF

Sun, May 3, 2:00 AM

From Growth Social Volunteering Professionals

4.9

This is an info post, for people who are interested in **volunteering** with the Carnival Festival, or **help** with the festival social event we are holding. If you only plan to participate for social, see our other DiscoverSF: Carnival post. The volunteering for the event follows a different schedule, so we put up a separate event post. The Carnival Festival is one of the three **largest** Festival & Parade in SF, besides Chinese New Year & Pride. It is recruiting volunteers now, both for the 2 days festival and the Sunday parade. Here is the link: https://carnavalsanfrancisco.org/volunteer/ Benefits of the volunteering include lunch, T-shirt and festival insider experience, with said **half a million** attending this huge community event. By our past festival volunteering experience, you get plenty of chances to interact with people, but often **short and limited** to your assigned station. You will be simply let go after your shift. Your chance to connect with other volunteers, or have deeper conversation, is quite limited. We are **fixing** that, with two ways. One is that we will setup a real time whatsapp channel for (volunteer) social, so you can chat with other volunteers and set up **after shift coffee** / meal debriefing social together. We welcome people to host this after shift social, you volunteered already any way :). The other is that you are invited to attend the DiscoverSF **community structured social** in the event, as insiders guides to the festival. This would give you **unique** position to **get noticed** in the group. And if you are on duty the parade day, we can **visit** you on your shift along the parade route. So in addition to social with other volunteers, you get another chance to social a volunteer support group also. **Double** your chances. If you need any help in social, let us know. We set up the separate social event to **support** **our volunteers**. So if you are simply warm hearted to help acting as guides or assistants in the coming DiscoverSF -- Carnival social, you can signup here as well. And let us know if so. The volunteer application **deadline** is May 2nd. We would then change the date to actual event date afterwards. **[TownFlame](http://www.townflame.org/): Community & Connections.** **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.

10 attendees

Free Bhangra Dance Class in SF-Bay Area Dance Week Celebration

Thu, Apr 30, 3:00 AM

From Non Stop Bhangra

4.7

**Dholrhythms Free Bhangra Class** *Bay Area Dance Week Celebration* **Wednesday\, April 29th \| 8:00–9:00pm** Abada Capoeira Arts Center 3221 22nd Street, San Francisco [Free Registration Here](https://dancersgroup.org/calendar/non-stop-bhangra-dance-class-with-dholrhythms-2/) **Love dancing with us at Non Stop Bhangra or Bhangra & Beats Night Market? Ever wanted to try one of our Bhangra classes?** Here’s your chance to experience it for free as part of [Bay Area Dance Week ](https://dancersgroup.org/badw/) a 10-day celebration of dance across the Bay with classes, performances, workshops, and more. Bring a friend (or a few!) and come enjoy a fun, low-key community class while picking up some moves for the next dance floor. Our [Dholrhythms Bhangra classes](https://nonstopbhangra.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=36e8187490e8f981a154fce01&id=14af1a6d92&e=7fe5b3ae4f) are welcoming and open to all levels—no experience necessary. Make sure to RSVP to save your spot. We look forward to dancing with you 💛

3 attendees

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects you with cultural enthusiasts like yourself through events in San Francisco. Whether it's a festival, parade, or cultural workshop, you can find activities to explore and enjoy diverse cultural traditions.

You can search by location on Meetup to find cultural events happening in San Francisco. Simply enter 'San Francisco' and browse the list to find exciting local cultural celebrations.

Yes, by checking the upcoming events section, you can see a variety of cultural meetups happening this weekend. It provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in local traditions and activities.

Absolutely, you can join as many cultural groups as you like on Meetup. This allows you to engage with various communities and learn about different cultural practices.

Cultural events may include festivals, dance performances, art exhibitions, traditional ceremonies, and more. Each event offers a glimpse into distinct cultural expressions and celebrations.

Many cultural meetups are free to join, but some may require a fee for attending events or activities. Details are typically provided on the event page, ensuring you know before you RSVP.

RSVPing is simple on Meetup. Once you find a cultural event in San Francisco that interests you, select the event page and click 'RSVP' to confirm your attendance.

Yes, you can host cultural events on Meetup. By creating a group, you have the ability to organize and promote cultural activities, inviting others to join and celebrate.

Connecting with like-minded people interested in cultural celebrations is one of Meetup's strengths. Finding a group that aligns with your interests helps ensure shared experiences with the community.

While many cultural events are held in person, some may still be online. The event description will specify the format, offering virtual options if you're unable to attend physically.

Yes, Meetup allows you to join groups centered around specific cultural interests. Search by particular cultural keywords to find events that celebrate those traditions in San Francisco.

Meetup is designed to foster community building, though forming deep connections may require active participation. Regular attendance and engagement help you integrate into cultural groups.

Expect a vibrant mix of people and activities at cultural events. These gatherings often feature various performances, discussions, and exhibitions tailored to celebrating specific cultural heritages.

Meetup focuses on group interactions rather than one-on-one introductions. Such group events provide a comfortable setting for naturally meeting others with shared interests.

Not all cultural interests may have active groups in every area of San Francisco. It's good to check regularly or use Meetup to start your own group if you see a gap.