If New York is the city that never sleeps, San Francisco manages to get at least seven hours a night. The needles scratch off the record at 2 a.m. sharp at most – but not all – dance venues, meaning there’s plenty of time to get to bed before the sun comes up. Or, thanks to a rising crop of after-hours clubs and an already extensive daytime dance scene, it’s possible to never leave the dance floor at all.
El Rio’s tiered backyard patio is home to dance parties. Typically populated by artsy types, the LGBT-heavy but by no means exclusive crowd is without exception friendly and relaxed. From the Hard French soul parties that kick up on Saturdays from early spring to fall, or the year-round second and fourth Salsa Sundays, the positive mood is inevitably infectious. The eclectic crowds are always willing to party, which means these events tend to start fast and fill up even faster.
The Bay Area’s relative dearth of megaclubs mean that superstar deejays rarely put in a residency anywhere in town, but Mighty comes closest. The Mission District’s most capacious venue keeps quiet on school nights, but Fridays and Saturdays the room plays host to a rotating set of sought-after spinners and hordes of late-night partiers. In the true underground spirit, you’d never know you were walking by the inconspicuous Mighty on, say, a Tuesday afternoon.
Also hidden in plain sight, on a spooky cul-de-sac near the 101 freeway in the Mission, is Public Works, which has become known as the go-to spot for large-scale parties on any celebratory holiday (think Cinco de Mayo, Pride or the Folsom Street Fair). This two-floor labyrinth often charges a pretty penny, depending on the event, but stays open until 3 a.m. and often later.
As the anchor tenant of the 11th Street entertainment quarter, DNA Lounge stands head-and-shoulders above the neighboring clubs. For decades, it’s been the place where superstars play their secret shows, while hosting a ridiculously wide variety of events from DJ mash-up nights and live bands to burlesque and theater. If you get winded on the floor, the adjacent pizza parlor stays open 24 hours a day. No word on whether dancing is allowed while you chow down on a slice.
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Four-Hour Beginning Rock Climbing Class for One, Two, or Three from Treks and Tracks (Up to 60% Off)
Experienced outdoor guides teach climbing and belaying techniques at two picturesque state parks and provide all safety gear
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$105 $49
$18 for $40 Groupon — Tavan Music Academy
Tavan Music Academy
Los Gatos
$40
$18
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$65 for Three Guitar, Piano, or Voice Lessons at Chris Bryant Guitar School ($135 Value)
Chris Bryant Guitar School
Los Gatos
$135
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$28 for $80 for 2 hours of Golf Simulator Rental — Fit Precision The Golf Difference
Fit Precision The Golf Difference
Los Gatos
$80
$28
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4 Beginner, 6 Intermediate, or 10 Advanced CrossFit Classes at CrossFit Los Gatos (Up to 76% Off)
CrossFit Los Gatos
Los Gatos
$120
$29
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One, Three, or Five Private Pilates Sessions at Pilates Effect (Up to 59% Off)
Pilates Effect
Los Gatos
$95
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One or Two Months of Unlimited Fitness Classes at The Dailey Method (Up to 60% Off)
The Dailey Method
Los Gatos
$100
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Two-and-a-Half Hour Painting Party for One, Two, or Four from Bottle & Bottega San Jose (Up to 51% Off)
Bottle & Bottega - SW San Jose
Los Gatos
$35
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One or Three Private Sessions of Pilates at Heart Of A Rose Pilates Healing Arts (Up to 69% Off)
Heart Of A Rose Pilates Healing Arts
Los Gatos
$175
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Boot-Camp Package at Be Fit Boot Camps (Up to 91% Off). Three Options Available.
Be Fit Boot Camps
Multiple Locations
$221
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Cardio Kickboxing or Martial Arts Classes at Studio Kicks Training Center (Up to 82% Off). Three Options Available.
Studio Kicks Training Center
Los Gatos
$57
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$35 for Four Stroller-Fitness Classes from StrollerPower! ($90 Value)
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The Los Gatos Weekly-Times profiled the Museum of Los Gatos and its new Duchamp exhibit and community outreach efforts. Culturevulture.net and VIA magazine featured the museum as part of profiles on Los Gatos. The Los Gatos Observer reviewed a number of exhibits at the Museum of Los Gatos.
24 North Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos,
CA
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Digital Media Academy is a technology camp for both kids and adults, which landed a spot on Worth magazine's Top 10 Summer Camps list in 2010. Founded at Stanford University in 2002, the camp hires industry professionals to lead campers in exploring a huge variety of topics in STEM fields?that's science, technology, engineering, and math. Kids and teens ages 6 through 17 learn video game design, app development, filmmaking, photography, computer programming, Python, and more?all while practicing physical and teamwork skills as well. Adult classes focus on practical skills for career advancement, including topics such as digital photography, app design, and computer-graphic design. Teen and adult courses are even eligible for Stanford's continuing-studies credits.
718 University Ave.
Los Gatos,
CA
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Though the word collage may conjure images of elementary-school projects covered in macaroni art, the form has been around for centuries and practiced by renowned artists such as Picasso and Matisse. Twin Soul Art Studio founder Jeanne teaches the techniques of collage to students as young as 7, drawing on her BFA in graphic design and career as a children’s book illustrator. During classes and collage parties, Jeanne guides each student toward creating aesthetic and functional pieces with disparate items such as newspaper clippings, buttons, photos, and pets' obedience-school diplomas.
644 N Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos,
CA
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Creating a comfortable, fun environment is the first step. Next, add a little wine. Then, grab a paintbrush. This is the fundamental idea behind Bottle & Bottega - Fort Wayne, where visitors are made to feel comfortable so they can have fun expressing themselves. Depending on the night, budding artists will focus on a different subject, ranging from cityscapes to portraits of cherished wine glasses, and all materials are included with the cost of the party.
15-1/2 N Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos,
CA
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In 2001, Carrie Rezabek Dorr’s only venue for her Pure Barre workouts—a blend of dance, Pilates, and strengthening stretches—was the basement of an office building. Crowds drawn by Carrie's choreographing expertise and the infectious music of her routines necessitated expansion, however, and Pure Barre soon spread its franchises across the country, spurred by mentions in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, and Health magazines.
Pure Barre guides students through precise isometric movements that craft lean, not bulky, muscles. By flowing through scalable maneuvers that balance limbs against a ballet barre, participants can lift and tighten traditional problem areas such as the thighs, abs, seat, and arms. The workout is accessible to all fitness levels, and can help new mothers get back in shape. Intimate classes with a limit of 15 attendees ensure personalized adjustments and tips, allowing each guest to get the most from the workout's alternating strength and stretch drills.
50 University Ave
Los Gatos,
CA
US
Created by former personal trainer and kinesiology degree-holder Jill Dailey McIntosh, The Dailey Method unites elements of muscle strengthening, core conditioning, yoga, and orthopedic exercise to work major muscle groups and improve alignment. Participants perform active stretches and controlled exercises that may enlist such equipment as ballet bars and saltwater taffy. An emphasis on neutral spine positions helps further home in on proper alignment and tone musculature. The Saratoga and Los Gatos locations' founder, experienced fitness guru Macey Kalin, and her team of instructors trained under The Dailey Method for three to four months, refining their understanding of the hybrid technique. Trainers aim to provide one-on-one attention to all students, helping ensure effectiveness and a personalized workout more easily than fingerprinting a pair of gym shorts.
15200 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos,
CA
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