What's happening in Chinatown

Carry-On by Justin Wong

London-based comics artist and scholar Justin Wong bridges political satire, visual storytelling, and cultural research in his first U.S. exhibition, "Carry-On" by Justin Wong. The exhibition brings a message of hope and humor during a tumultuous year of change, with street-level intervention and new artworks. Wong began his career in 2007 as a political cartoonist and illustrator, gaining wide recognition for his long-running daily column Gei Gei Gaak Gaak in the Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao. In 2021, after being reported following the implementation of the National Security Law on July 1, 2020, Wong left Hong Kong abruptly and relocated to London. Alongside his editorial work, Wong has published a number of comics series in Hong Kong, Taiwan and France, including Lonely Planet, Hello World, New Hong Kong, Big Time, Je préfèrerais ne pas, and This City / That City, a series that ultimately became a farewell to the city he once called home. Wong will show a new body of work created over the past three years since leaving Hong Kong. The works reflect both personal and political vantage points, shaped by displacement and distance. The presentation, including ten new digital illustrations, six outdoor works, and three new handmade books, offers an intimate look at how the artist has been processing exile, memory, and everyday resistance through humor and quiet observation. “Carry-On” is a lighthearted introduction to a visiting artist, a soft landing, and a reminder to carry on. It reflects the emotional jet lag of freedom that many diasporic artists continue to navigate Wong is a Spring 2026 Visiting Professor in the Folklore Program at UC Berkeley, where he is offering a graduate course entitled “Laughter as Resistance: Humour, Art, and the Everyday Politics of Hong Kong.” Carry-On by Justin Wong is on view free to the public at Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco at 667 Grant Ave., February 14-September 30, 2026 every Thursday - Monday, 11am - 6pm. This will be the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco’s inaugural exhibition in its new gallery at 667 Grant Ave.

Mahjong with Kim

Learn to play Mahjong in a supportive and fun way. Go to mahjongwithkim.com to find out about this increasingly popular tile game. Schedule a lesson with Kim at the Showgirl Magic Museum! BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Discover this underground alcove that pays tribute to the vibrant nightclub scene in San Francisco Chinatown during the 1940’s to 70’s and the people who made it happen. Beautiful headdresses, costumes and other memorabilia from that enchanting era are displayed giving an extra layer of intrigue to your Mahjong party.

Carry-On by Justin Wong

London-based comics artist and scholar Justin Wong bridges political satire, visual storytelling, and cultural research in his first U.S. exhibition, "Carry-On" by Justin Wong. The exhibition brings a message of hope and humor during a tumultuous year of change, with street-level intervention and new artworks. Wong began his career in 2007 as a political cartoonist and illustrator, gaining wide recognition for his long-running daily column Gei Gei Gaak Gaak in the Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao. In 2021, after being reported following the implementation of the National Security Law on July 1, 2020, Wong left Hong Kong abruptly and relocated to London. Alongside his editorial work, Wong has published a number of comics series in Hong Kong, Taiwan and France, including Lonely Planet, Hello World, New Hong Kong, Big Time, Je préfèrerais ne pas, and This City / That City, a series that ultimately became a farewell to the city he once called home. Wong will show a new body of work created over the past three years since leaving Hong Kong. The works reflect both personal and political vantage points, shaped by displacement and distance. The presentation, including ten new digital illustrations, six outdoor works, and three new handmade books, offers an intimate look at how the artist has been processing exile, memory, and everyday resistance through humor and quiet observation. “Carry-On” is a lighthearted introduction to a visiting artist, a soft landing, and a reminder to carry on. It reflects the emotional jet lag of freedom that many diasporic artists continue to navigate Wong is a Spring 2026 Visiting Professor in the Folklore Program at UC Berkeley, where he is offering a graduate course entitled “Laughter as Resistance: Humour, Art, and the Everyday Politics of Hong Kong.” Carry-On by Justin Wong is on view free to the public at Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco at 667 Grant Ave., February 14-September 30, 2026 every Thursday - Monday, 11am - 6pm. This will be the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco’s inaugural exhibition in its new gallery at 667 Grant Ave.

Book Talk with John T. Lee: Mysteries from My Childhood

John T. Lee presents a transpacific story of immigration and return over several generations in one family.

A Day of Public Art in Chinatown

Join the San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC), Chinese Culture Center (CCC), and Chinatown Media and Arts Collaborative (CMAC) to celebrate a day of new public art commissions across Chinatown: three venues, one neighborhood, all just minutes apart.

Film: Chinatown (1995)

Storytime: For Families

Activity: Creative Saturday Afternoons / 創意無限周六午

Chinatown Cleanup

Join the community for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Portsmouth Square Parking Garage entrance (745 Kearny St) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 3:00pm to 4:30pm around the neighborhood. Stay afterwards for a free food at V Cafe (600 Kearny St)! Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together! Organizer: Jessica By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer - https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver

Ryan Beatty - Arms Over Armor North American Tour '26

Located at the top of San Francisco's historic Nob Hill, the Masonic's re-opening in the Fall of 2014 unveiled a transformed space unlike any other of its size in the Bay Area. Renovations include a brand-new concert stage, state-of-the-art sound system tailored specifically to the room, and a new general admission open floor with tiered levels, bringing the venue's general admission capacity to 3,300. The renovation of the Masonic marks a landmark transformation for the historic San Francisco venue. With the significant upgrades and updates, and the change from a fixed seat venue to a flexible, multi-tiered venue, the uses of the Masonic become endless—general admission concerts, seated concerts, private receptions, meetings and classroom-style events, or private dinners with entertainment on stage. The new Masonic is now a prime venue for concerts and special events alike, in one of San Francisco's premier neighborhoods, next door to some of the Bay Area's greatest hotels and restaurants. Capacity: 3,481

Ryan Beatty

Mahjong with Kim

Learn to play Mahjong in a supportive and fun way. Go to mahjongwithkim.com to find out about this increasingly popular tile game. Schedule a lesson with Kim at the Showgirl Magic Museum! BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Discover this underground alcove that pays tribute to the vibrant nightclub scene in San Francisco Chinatown during the 1940’s to 70’s and the people who made it happen. Beautiful headdresses, costumes and other memorabilia from that enchanting era are displayed giving an extra layer of intrigue to your Mahjong party.

Hawthorn feat. Mackswell + Mode LeeLoo, Elle Rae, Yango, Dymonds

Table Reservations: Call/Text 415-969-0196

Polyphia with RJ Pasin and Ladrones

Polyphia: TOUR MMXXVI

Polyphia Tour MMXXVI

Polyphia: BE NOT AFRAID World Tour

Tutorial: 預約圖書館員 / Book a Librarian

Carry-On by Justin Wong

London-based comics artist and scholar Justin Wong bridges political satire, visual storytelling, and cultural research in his first U.S. exhibition, "Carry-On" by Justin Wong. The exhibition brings a message of hope and humor during a tumultuous year of change, with street-level intervention and new artworks. Wong began his career in 2007 as a political cartoonist and illustrator, gaining wide recognition for his long-running daily column Gei Gei Gaak Gaak in the Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao. In 2021, after being reported following the implementation of the National Security Law on July 1, 2020, Wong left Hong Kong abruptly and relocated to London. Alongside his editorial work, Wong has published a number of comics series in Hong Kong, Taiwan and France, including Lonely Planet, Hello World, New Hong Kong, Big Time, Je préfèrerais ne pas, and This City / That City, a series that ultimately became a farewell to the city he once called home. Wong will show a new body of work created over the past three years since leaving Hong Kong. The works reflect both personal and political vantage points, shaped by displacement and distance. The presentation, including ten new digital illustrations, six outdoor works, and three new handmade books, offers an intimate look at how the artist has been processing exile, memory, and everyday resistance through humor and quiet observation. “Carry-On” is a lighthearted introduction to a visiting artist, a soft landing, and a reminder to carry on. It reflects the emotional jet lag of freedom that many diasporic artists continue to navigate Wong is a Spring 2026 Visiting Professor in the Folklore Program at UC Berkeley, where he is offering a graduate course entitled “Laughter as Resistance: Humour, Art, and the Everyday Politics of Hong Kong.” Carry-On by Justin Wong is on view free to the public at Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco at 667 Grant Ave., February 14-September 30, 2026 every Thursday - Monday, 11am - 6pm. This will be the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco’s inaugural exhibition in its new gallery at 667 Grant Ave.

Carry-On by Justin Wong

London-based comics artist and scholar Justin Wong bridges political satire, visual storytelling, and cultural research in his first U.S. exhibition, "Carry-On" by Justin Wong. The exhibition brings a message of hope and humor during a tumultuous year of change, with street-level intervention and new artworks. Wong began his career in 2007 as a political cartoonist and illustrator, gaining wide recognition for his long-running daily column Gei Gei Gaak Gaak in the Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao. In 2021, after being reported following the implementation of the National Security Law on July 1, 2020, Wong left Hong Kong abruptly and relocated to London. Alongside his editorial work, Wong has published a number of comics series in Hong Kong, Taiwan and France, including Lonely Planet, Hello World, New Hong Kong, Big Time, Je préfèrerais ne pas, and This City / That City, a series that ultimately became a farewell to the city he once called home. Wong will show a new body of work created over the past three years since leaving Hong Kong. The works reflect both personal and political vantage points, shaped by displacement and distance. The presentation, including ten new digital illustrations, six outdoor works, and three new handmade books, offers an intimate look at how the artist has been processing exile, memory, and everyday resistance through humor and quiet observation. “Carry-On” is a lighthearted introduction to a visiting artist, a soft landing, and a reminder to carry on. It reflects the emotional jet lag of freedom that many diasporic artists continue to navigate Wong is a Spring 2026 Visiting Professor in the Folklore Program at UC Berkeley, where he is offering a graduate course entitled “Laughter as Resistance: Humour, Art, and the Everyday Politics of Hong Kong.” Carry-On by Justin Wong is on view free to the public at Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco at 667 Grant Ave., February 14-September 30, 2026 every Thursday - Monday, 11am - 6pm. This will be the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco’s inaugural exhibition in its new gallery at 667 Grant Ave.