Sofar Sounds puts on small concerts in living rooms, shops, offices and other unexpected spaces. You buy a ticket knowing only the neighborhood and start time. The address arrives about 36 hours before the show, and you don't find out who's playing until the music starts. Here's everything listed for the Bay Area on DoTheBay and outgoing.world as of Oct. 27.

Listed dates

  • Fri., Oct. 30: Berkeley, 7:30 p.m.
  • Fri., Nov. 6: SoMa, 7:30 p.m. on DoTheBay (outgoing lists 8 p.m.)
  • Sat., Nov. 7: Sunnyvale, 6:30 p.m.
  • Thu., Nov. 12: Yerba Buena, 6 p.m.
  • Fri., Nov. 13: Inner Richmond, 7:30 p.m.
  • Sat., Nov. 14: Old Oakland, 8 p.m. (outgoing)
  • Fri., Nov. 20: SoMa, 6 p.m.
  • Sat., Nov. 21: 7:30 p.m. (neighborhood not yet listed)
  • Fri., Dec. 4: SoMa, 7:30 p.m.
  • Fri., Dec. 11: Inner Richmond, 7:30 p.m.
  • Sat., Dec. 19: SoMa, 6 p.m.

What to know before you go

  • Addresses are secret on purpose. The venue is sent to ticket holders about 36 hours ahead, so we don't publish addresses even when they leak.
  • Drinks depend on the venue. The Old Oakland listing says it's BYO, so bring your own drinks, cups and a bottle opener. The SoMa listing says drinks will be for sale.
  • Bring something to sit on. Both listings say most seating is on the floor, and the Oakland listing suggests a cushion.
  • Expect a surprise lineup. Sofar shows usually have a few short sets in different genres.

Dates and times can shift, so check the listing before you buy.