Name: The Stud
Address: 1123 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Rating: 4.3

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Transformaciones

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Join us for Afro Habibi, a Black & Arab dance party in San Francisco, celebrating Black/Brown queer and trans communities. The event features hip hop and Arab house music played by LBXX and Subeaux at The Stud on Friday, May 8th, 2026. Doors open at 9:00 PM. Tickets are $10 pre-sale and $15 at the door. The event is for attendees aged 21 and over, and it lasts approximately 5 hours.

Afro Habibi

Join us for a queer figure drawing session at The Stud on May 10, 2026, from 17:00 to 21:00. This event offers a welcoming environment for artists of all levels to explore figure drawing with a focus on queer themes. Materials are provided, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own supplies. The event aims to foster community and artistic expression within Toronto's vibrant LGBTQ+ scene.

Queer Figure Drawing at The Stud

An event named TRUCK scheduled to start on May 14, 2026, at 21:30 and end at 02:00. Further details about the event are not provided in the content.

TRUCK

An event named TRUCK scheduled to start on May 20, 2026, from 21:30 to 02:00. No additional details or location provided.

A night of electronic dance music with a stacked lineup of talented DJs and performers.

ARKTOI & FRIENDS

GEMINI kicks off Pride Month on June 5 at The STUD in San Francisco, featuring an all-night set from DJ James Axon, along with local DJs Beverly Chills, Mama San, and Peer Pressure. The event celebrates LGBTQ+ community with music genres including cosmic disco, electroclash, house, techno, and Y2K pop. Doors open at 10 pm.

GEMINI

Join Assemblymember Haney's Pride Kickoff Party at The Stud, 1123 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA. The event is scheduled for June 6, 2026, from 13:00 to 16:00. Enjoy food, beverages, and fun while learning about legislative initiatives and support for the LGBTQ+ community. Attendance is free with RSVP, and there is a no-host bar.

Team Haney Pride Kickoff!

Join us at The Stud in San Francisco for the Drag Race All Stars 11 Viewing Party on June 12, 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at 8:00 PM. Enjoy an evening of fun, shenanigans, and community as we watch the latest season of Drag Race All Stars. The event is hosted by The Stud, a historic queer nightclub in SOMA, San Francisco.

DRAG RACE ALL STARS 11 VIEWING PARTY

LA's @socyb3r performs a seductive hybrid set soaked in hard bounce, ghetto tech, hard house, techno, and rave at The Stud.

So Cyber

An event titled 'PALACE OF TRASH Presents: Trash & The Coming of the Second Sun' scheduled for June 13, 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00. Further details about the event are not provided.

PALACE OF TRASH Presents: Trash & The Coming of the Second Sun

Join the Treasure Trail event in San Francisco on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at The Stud. The event starts at 21:00 and continues until 02:00. Enjoy steamy go-go performances, heavy cruising, and hard sounds by DJ Paul Goodyear. The venue is located at 1123 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. Doors open at 9 pm, and the event is for patrons aged 21 and over. Clothes check is encouraged, and wristbands are available for different preferences. Tickets are non-refundable.

Treasure Trail SF at The Stud

Season 11 Viewing Party hosted by CURVEBALL at STUDIO.

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 11 Viewing Party

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Join us for Queer Figure Drawing at The Stud in San Francisco on June 14, 2026. The event runs from 17:00 to 21:00 and features a relaxed atmosphere with drinking and drawing, hosted by Kitty KaPowww. All experience levels are welcome, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own supplies. Seating begins at 17:30, first come, first served.

Queer Figure Drawing

Season 11 Viewing Party hosted by CURVEBALL, featuring performances and entertainment from drag queens.

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Viewing Party

Weekly event held at The Stud in San Francisco, featuring a drag race all stars 11 viewing party every Friday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Truck Wednesdays

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Bear Happy Hour SF

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Altaer

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INFINITE PRIDE

An event celebrating Pride Sunday, scheduled for June 28, 2026, from 12:00 to 00:00. The event details include activities and festivities related to Pride celebrations.

PRIDE SUNDAY

Hard beats, sweat, musk lovers event with DJ Marco and The Stud.

PIT PIG!

Truck Entertainment

Join us for TRUCK at The Stud on July 9, 2026, starting at 21:30 and ending at 02:00. Experience an exciting event at The Stud venue in Toronto, featuring music, entertainment, and socializing. For more details, visit the event page.

TRUCK at The Stud

A lively event featuring DJ performances and a vibrant atmosphere, now held on Wednesdays at The Stud.

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Yala Papa

Yala Papa returns to San Francisco for its debut edition on Friday, July 31, from 9 PM to 2 AM at The Stud, 1123 Folsom Street. This high-energy queer party blends Middle Eastern and Latin music, culture, and nightlife, featuring genres from reggaetón to Arabic pop and belly bass. The event is for attendees aged 21 and over, with doors opening at 9 PM, and includes a coat check. Sponsored by Mistr, it promises an unforgettable dancefloor experience with two rooms and vibrant diasporic pride.

Yala Papa - Latin & Middle Eastern Party

The Stud is a welcoming and inclusive gay bar in San Francisco, known for its diverse crowd and affordable drinks. Many patrons appreciate the friendly bartenders and the variety of events, including drag shows and karaoke. However, some reviews mention issues with drink quality and the venue's upkeep, indicating a mixed experience for some visitors.

San Francisco is internationally renowned as a LGBTQ+ mecca, with the Castro District serving as the heart of the gay community. The city has been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ rights and culture for decades, from Harvey Milk's activism to the AIDS crisis response. The Castro features iconic venues like Twin Peaks Tavern, The Mix, and Castro Theatre. San Francisco Pride is one of the largest Pride celebrations globally, and the city's progressive politics and diverse queer community make it a beacon for LGBTQ+ individuals worldwide.

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Upcoming events

July 2026

Yala Papa

Yala Papa - Latin & Middle Eastern Party

Past events (last 90 days)

May 2026

Transformaciones

Afro Habibi

Queer Figure Drawing at The Stud

TRUCK

TRUCK

June 2026

ARKTOI & FRIENDS

ARKTOI & FRIENDS

GEMINI

Team Haney Pride Kickoff!

DRAG RACE ALL STARS 11 VIEWING PARTY

So Cyber

So Cyber

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 11 Viewing Party

PALACE OF TRASH Presents: Trash & The Coming of the Second Sun

Treasure Trail SF at The Stud

Queer Figure Drawing

RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Viewing Party

Truck Wednesdays

Bear Happy Hour SF

Altaer

INFINITE PRIDE

PRIDE SUNDAY

July 2026

PIT PIG!

TRUCK at The Stud

TRUCK at The Stud

GIRL FUND ME

TRUCK - Shake Things Up

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