Thu December 4th Open 11 AM–5 PM
Exhibitions
Bay Area Then
Presented by YBCA
August 1, 2025–January 25, 2026
“Bay Area Then” showcases work by 21 artists who forged a new creative legacy for the Bay Area in the 1990s—including Barry McGee, Alicia McCarthy, Chris Johanson, and Margaret Kilgallen.
Music
Bay Area Then: Ovarian Trolley & Wife
Presented by YBCA
Ovarian Trolley and Wife perform as part of the musical programming for Bay Area Then.
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Workshops
Parol Lantern-Making Workshop
Presented by SOMA Pilipinas in partnership with YBCA
Build your own parol–the iconic Filipino lantern symbolizing hope, blessings, and community.
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Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Parol Felt Ornaments
Presented by YBCA
Experiment with color and texture by using soft materials such as felt to create a vibrant 3D parol felt charm.
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Festival
23nd Annual Parol Lantern Festival
Presented by SOMA Pilipinas in partnership with YBCA
This festival continues the tradition of the parol lantern–a quintessential Filipino symbol of hope, peace, and community during the holiday season.
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The Grand Lobby & Forum, YBCA
Tickets: Free and open to the public
Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Sanctuary City Print Shop
Presented by YBCA
Join artists Sergio De La Torre and Chris Treggiari for a print-making workshop as part of their ongoing Sanctuary City Project.
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Tours
Curator-Led Tour of MAKIBAKA: A Living Legacy
Presented by SOMA Pilipinas in collaboration with YBCA
Join curator Trisha Lagaso Goldberg for this unique opportunity to learn more.
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