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Best Special Events in October 2024

Hillary Clinton at Davies Symphony Hall

Hillary Clinton

Celebrating the release of her new book Something Lost, Something Gained, join the former First Lady, U.S. Senator, and Secretary of State for insightful discussions on politics, democracy, personal growth, and the shared path to a brighter future. One of the most infamous and inspiring women of all time, the former first lady spent four years as Secretary of State to President Obama and came close to taking the Presidency in the 2016 elections before losing in a highly controversial competition to Donald Trump. Now she's released her most intimate memoir yet.

Richard Dawkins at SF Masonic Auditorium

Richard Dawkins

Ethologist, thinker and author Richard Dawkins hosts a night of his thoughts, ideas and theories! Dawkins first gained notoriety with the release of his 1976 book 'The Selfish Gene', where he describes the Gene-centered view of evolution as being a "selfish gene." Renowned for his groundbreaking work in evolutionary biology, Dawkins has celebrated authorship with other seminal books like "The God Delusion,".

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Curran Theatre

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Don your highest high heels, fishiest fishnets, tightest of corsets, and other generally garish garments because it's time to do the Time Warp... Again! Richard O'Brien's iconic Horror Picture show returns triumphantly for this anniversary spectacular screening featuring special guest, Magenta herself, Patricia Quinn!

Ina Garten at War Memorial Opera House

Ina Garten

Ina Garten is one foodie with an unusual start - she has an MBA instead of any formal chef training, and started her career working for the White House's nuclear programme. Our tastebuds are eternally grateful however that she left her office job to run a small food store in the Hamptons called the Barefoot Contessa, a move which kick-started her dream job as a full-time foodie. This year, Garten invites you behind the scenes for an intimate conversation as she discusses her new long awaited memoir: Be Ready When The Luck Happens.

Josh Gates at Ruth Finley Person Theater

Josh Gates

Josh Gates is a television host, famous for his work on the ghost-hunting show, 'Destination Truth.' In it, Gates travels far and wide in search of paranormal creatures claimed to have been spotted by spooked locals. Join the dashing Gates as he brings tales of his travels to a stage near you this year!

Sunny Day Real Estate at August Hall

Sunny Day Real Estate

Often hailed as the godfathers of the contemporary emo sound, Sunny Day Real Estate is embarking on their highly anticipated 'Diary' 30th Anniversary tour. From March to October, the iconic Seattle pioneers will traverse the United States, commemorating their seminal album that includes timeless tracks such as 'Seven' and 'In Circles'. Don't miss the opportunity to witness this legendary band as they revisit their groundbreaking work and captivate audiences anew.

Oct 15 - 16

August Hall

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