It's Friday the 13th, and Valentine's Day is coming up tomorrow, making this a spooky-sexy weekend that's sure to be full of surprises.On the lookout for Castro events to keep you occupied over the weekend? Read on.
Friday, February 13th
Friday the 13th happens three times this year, but if you're feeling especially frisky tonight, Castro Tattoo will give you a lucky 13 tattoo for just $13 (offer valid until midnight).
50 Shades of The Armory
Though slightly outside of the Castro proper, if you've a hankering for a bondage show to start the weekend off, this "not so average Valentine’s date night opportunity" will serve. Hosted by Kink.com and benefiting the Three Strikes Justice Center, this charity dinner will include live entertainment, VIP auction and backstage access that will be sure to make for an interesting evening.
Dragula Anniversary
The one-year anniversary ball celebrating Dragula takes place tonight at the newly opened Oasis on 11th, hosted by the Boulet Brothers with RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 6 contestant Laganja Estranja. "Walk, work, slay & snatch" your way to the drag pageant's $500 grand prize at midnight. (Side note: if you're a "drag or faux queen in recovery," applications are now open for the 6th annual "Miss Castro Country Club Pageant", which will take place on April 11th and be judged by Peaches Christ).
Michael Keaton 2x
Feeling introverted but still want to do something tonight? Spend the evening at the Castro Theatre for a Michael Keaton double feature. The evening begins at 7pm with Tim Burton’s Batman (amongst the most conflicted and complex superheroes), with Jack Nicholson as the maniacal Joker and Kim Basinger as Batman’s love interest. If you stay for the second film, Night Shift, you’ll be treated to Keaton's debut film, directed by Ron Howard, which follows the life of two morgue attendants who moonlight as pimps.
Saturday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day)
Tap That
SF Beer Week wraps up this weekend, and there are still plenty of opportunities to drink some delicious beer. Head on over to Cerveceria de Mateveza from noon-4pm to sample some of the ‘7 Day Brew.’ Crafted in a collaborative effort between fans, brewers and drinkers alike just last week, this beer is ready to be tapped and tasted.
Love Is on the Sea
Want to get away? After reopening on 19th Street last month, Now, Voyager is celebrating its grand opening from 3pm-5pm. Stop by, meet the team and maybe book a cruise.
Magnet Hella Gay Comedy
Need a good laugh to get over the stress of being single on Valentine’s Day, or just want to laugh it off with friends or more-than-friends? Stop on by Magnet for the free comedy show presented by Hella Gay Comedy and hosted by Nasty Ass Bitch from 8pm-10pm. And it gets better: free cupcakes!
Romeo and Juliet at the Castro
Perhaps the last show brought to you by Hollywood impresario Marc Huestis, this Saturday night screening of the 1968 classic Romeo and Juliet will include tribute performances, rare film clips, and Romeo & Juliet look-a-like and "best mask" contests.
"Stupid Cupid" at the Lookout
If you're feeling less than blissful at the prospect of Valentine's Day, Lookout is the place to be. Its "Stupid Cupid" anti-Valentine's Day party will include "it's not you it's me" drink specials, a "Love Stinks" photo booth, and a "smash and bash" Cupid piñata at midnight.
Dinner Date
Still looking for a place for Valentine’s Day Dinner? Bisou Bistro will have a Valentine’s Day 4-course prix fixe menu for $85, Canela has a 4-course dinner for $65, and Frances will be serving up a V-Day menu of its own. (Did we miss any V-Day specials? Let us know in the comments.)
Sunday, February 15th
Imperial Court Gala
After voting last week for the next Empress and Emperor, join the Imperial Council of San Francisco for a 50th anniversary gala at City Hall. The night promises "gowns & crowns, memories & goals, pageantry & a bit of fun along the way."
Let us know if we missed any Valentine's weekend events in and around the Castro, and here's to a weekend full of love and fun coming your way.
