This weekend in South San Francisco, CA

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This two-day celebration of robotics and artificial intelligence brings together students, families, educators, engineers, founders, investors, and technology leaders to explore what is ahead for smart machines. At the San Mateo County Event Center, 40 to 60 middle school and high school teams compete for the Lobster Cup while AI and robot showcases, live demos, exhibitor booths, expert talks, and hands-on workshops fill the schedule. Attendees can see inventive student projects in action, learn from leaders in AI and emerging technology, connect with exhibitors, and take part in hands-on STEM activities designed for students, families, builders, and the broader Silicon Valley community. The focus is on innovation, collaboration, and the future of robotics and AI.

Silvana Estrada is performing live at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The show starts at 10:00 AM. Tickets are available via Bandsintown.

GM Bobby Taboada of Taboada Balintawak returns to the Bay Area for a workshop presented with Legacy Filipino Martial Arts, continuing a shared mission to promote a range of Filipino Martial Arts systems. Drawing on more than 50 years of teaching Balintawak around the world, GM Taboada offers guidance for participants of any background. The workshop is open to all martial arts practitioners as well as complete beginners, welcoming those from other styles and systems.

Celebrating a milestone year, the 25th Annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival brings together community spirit and sounds from near and far. The main stage features Halau Makana with Polynesian dance, Nzuri Soul delivering soul and R&B, MJ’s Brass Boppers carrying the traditions of New Orleans brass, In Lak’ech Danza Azteca sharing Aztec dance, Bululú bringing tropical Latin rhythms, Non-Stop Bhangra pulsing with Punjabi dance music, Bongo Sidibe highlighting Guinean and West African movement, Duniya Dance & Drum Company uniting West African and South Asian drum and dance, and the Shabnam Bellydance Ensemble showcasing Middle Eastern and Egyptian styles, with more to come. Festival highlights include a kids carnival presented by Jain Williams State Farm, the CA Draft Tech craft beer garden, specialty cocktails, and a lively marketplace of local shops and vendors. This long-running celebration is made possible by the dedication of sponsors, volunteers, artists, vendors, staff, Laurel residents and merchants, and the many visitors who support it year after year. Admission is free, and the event is welcoming for all ages.

Reactivity is a frequent training concern, and this accessible seminar focuses on practical ways to address it. The session covers the key information you would typically go over in an initial appointment with a private trainer, making it useful for anyone waiting for an open class or for those who want tools to begin working on their own right away. The class is for people only. Managing several reactive dogs in the same room takes careful handling and practice, so this format keeps attention on learning the material without the distraction of supervising a dog during class. Limiting attendance to humans allows for more seats and greater pricing flexibility, resulting in the most affordable introductory reactivity course offered.

Monster Jam brings colossal 12,000-pound trucks to Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum for a high-energy showcase of gravity-defying stunts. Watch as these machines balance on two wheels and launch skyward, delivering big air and nonstop action. Featured trucks include Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Sparkle Smash, and more, all performing the signature two-wheel skills and jumps that define this event.

At Barnes & Noble Hillsdale, Jim Madrid hosts a book signing for Meatballs and Mindset, a collection that blends recipes with life lessons. The book centers on recovery, optimism, and discovering meaning when challenges arise.

All The Best is a Marathi comedy-drama from writer and director Devendra Pem that centers on three roommates, Vijay, Chandrakant also called Chang, and Dilip. One is blind, one is deaf, and one is mute. They work at a telephone booth, a food truck, and a music store, where a frequent visitor named Mohini captures each of their affections. Hesitant to reveal their disabilities, they keep their feelings to themselves until Mohini unexpectedly visits their home and they realize they are all in love with the same person. The plot follows their efforts to hide their own challenges while exposing the others in hopes of impressing her, using situational humor, irony, and puns. Presented at the Capuchino-Samuel Johnson, Jr. Performing Arts Center.

Catch Slopfunkdust live at The Midway in San Francisco. The show starts in the late afternoon, giving you a great lead-in to the evening. Tickets are available through Bandsintown.

Cyrus Chestnut appears in a solo piano concert at Piedmont Piano Company as part of the Jazz Piano Masters Series. He pairs agile technique with a rich, soulful approach shaped by gospel roots and a passion for hard bop. Raised in the church and trained in the classical tradition, he brings a warm gospel feel to his swinging style. Each set is created in the moment, responding to the audience and the room for a one-of-a-kind experience. General admission is $40 in advance and $45 at the door. Seating is limited, so advance purchase is encouraged. Two performances will be offered.

Head to Chulita Vinyl Club’s Saturday Night Dance Party for a vinyl-powered mix of cumbia, funk, oldies, soul, freestyle, hip hop, reggaeton, and more. Presented by The Knockout and brought by the CVC SF crew, it’s a 21+ night with music playing from 10:00 PM until close.

Get ready for a night of Chicago DJ/producer energy as Très Mortimer brings his beats to Halcyon SF, with support from NILE and Miami Pete. This is a 21+ event, and doors open at 10:00 PM. Expect a high-energy set featuring tracks like “BAMBU,” which has been making rounds with major DJs.

Catch Goldie Boutilier for an Outside Lands Night show at The Independent. This is a 21+ event. Doors open at 9:30 PM, with the performance starting at 10:00 PM. Support acts may change without refund.

Catch camoufly, 1-800 GIRLS, Vertigo, and Joe Vertigo for a night of future bass, house, and dance music at The Great Northern in San Francisco.

Learn to design and assemble a lasting flower crown inspired by circular fashion. Participants use lifelike faux blooms and thoughtfully selected embellishments to craft wearable art, and no prior crafting experience is required. This experience suits individuals attending on their own, friends celebrating together, or groups planning an event.

Outside Lands is taking over Golden Gate Park for a Sunday lineup featuring RÜFÜS DU SOL, Baby Keem, and Empire Of The Sun, along with many other artists. The show starts late morning and tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Enjoy a Motown-themed Sunday brunch experience at Hotel Nikko, featuring brunch upstairs at Anzu followed by a live Motown tribute performance in Feinstein’s theater. Doors open for brunch at 11:30 AM, and the concert show time is listed as 12:45 PM. All ages are welcome, but this listing is marked sold out, with the next available show noted for September 13.

Monster Jam brings high-energy action to Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, featuring massive 12,000 pound trucks performing two-wheel skills and launching for big air. Look for well-known trucks such as Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Sparkle Smash, and more as they deliver a live spectacle packed with stunts and excitement for all ages.

Cruz Beckham is performing at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The show is listed for 1:00 PM. Ticket options are shown as available through Bandsintown.

Young artists from Sunnyvale, Fremont, San Bruno, and Milpitas are invited to a kids drawing competition that celebrates creativity. Participants can bring their ideas to life on the page while connecting with peers in a friendly setting. Winners will receive medals, certificates, and special prizes. This is a chance for children to build confidence, make new friends, and showcase their artistic talent. Space is limited, and registration details are available by calling 408-590-5226.

A stage production that celebrates storytelling, folk music, and cultural traditions, bringing age-old tales to life through performance, song, and artistic expression. Appropriate for all ages, this Indian cultural showcase offers an immersive journey through folklore and heritage in the Bay Area at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center.

Case Woodard brings his R&B and soul sound to Yoshi's Oakland -Jack London square with a live band. Raised in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Mount Vernon, he moved from early group work to solo success after being discovered by Russell Simmons and signing with Def Jam. His catalog spans platinum milestones and love-centered storytelling, from Touch Me, Tease Me with Foxy Brown and Mary J. Blige to Happily Ever After and Faded Pictures, leading to the chart-topping Missing You and Grammy nominations. His songs have appeared on soundtracks for The Nutty Professor, Rush Hour, and The Best Man, and collaborations with artists like Ja Rule broadened his reach. Later projects such as The Rose Experience, Here, My Love, Heaven's Door, and Therapy, including Make Love with Teddy Riley and Tank, reflect an artist who continues to evolve. This performance highlights decades of R&B craft, heartfelt vocals, and a career still moving forward with new music on the horizon.

Ben Böhmer is bringing his atmospheric, emotionally driven music to The Independent for an evening show. Doors open at 9:30 PM and the performance starts at 10:00 PM. Tickets are eTickets and will be emailed closer to the event date. Guests must be 21+ to attend.