5 fun events to enjoy in San Francisco, for $20 or lessPhoto: Austin Neill/Unsplash 
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Published on April 05, 2019

Want to get out and about this weekend, without breaking the bank? Here are five ideas for what to do in San Francisco for $20 or less.

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Shana Cleveland (of La Luz), Sagittaire

First, Swedish American Hall hosts musical artist Shana Cleveland on Friday. The guitar-slinging frontwoman of LA surf rockers La Luz has released a solo album, called "Night of the Worm Moon," that has her singing about UFOs and other dimensions. Singer-songwriter Sagittaire (aka Ivan Mairesse) opens.

When: Friday, April 5, 7:30–11:30 p.m.
Where: Swedish American Hall, 2174 Market St.
Admission: $16
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Roche Musique Label Night: Darius, Zimmer, Arius, Kartell at 1015 Folsom

Next, French electronic music label Roche Musique is showcasing some of its top artists at 1015 Folsom on Friday. Headliner Darius brings a minimalist yet funky approach to house music on EPs like "Maliblue," "Velour" and "Romance."

When: Friday, April 5, 10 p.m.–Saturday, April 6, 3 a.m.
Where: 1015 Folsom St.
Admission: $20
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Muni Diaries Live

Started in 2008 as a blog written by Muni riders, Muni Diaries is now a live forum for a new generation of San Franciscans who've got something to say about living with and on the only public transportation system we've got. The lineup on Saturday includes comedians, writers, artists and storytellers.

When: Saturday, April 6, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Where: The Rickshaw Stop, 155 Fell St.
Admission: $16
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Dilly Dally, Chastity at Cafe du Nord

Then, Canadian indie rockers Dilly Dally are at Cafe du Nord. Pitchfork, Rolling Stone and NME are among those who've heaped praise on its sophomore album, "Heaven." The Ontario-based group Chastity will open the show.

When: Saturday, April 6, 7 p.m.–Sunday, April 7, 6 a.m.
Where: Cafe du Nord, 2174 Market St.
Admission: $15
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Low Cut Connie with Mad Noise 

Finally, Low Cut Connie can count Sir Elton John and Barack Obama among its fans. The Philadelphia band builds on frontman Adam Weiner's piano to create a soulful, rocking and raucous live show. Neo-blues chamber poppers MAD NOISE opens.

When: Saturday, April 6, 8–11:59 p.m.
Where: Great American Music Hall, 859 O'Farrell St.
Admission: $18
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