2nd Annual Lower Polk Live! Music, Art & Community Street Festival

Live music, art & more take over Polk Street at Lower Polk Live! A free neighborhood street festival, October 23 from 4–9 PM
About this Event

Lower Polk Live! returns to Polk Street for a free neighborhood celebration of music, art, and community. Experience an evening of live entertainment, local art, creative experiences, and more in the heart of Lower Polk.

Featuring Top Chefs, JP Breganza, and more with additional artists, performances, and event announcements coming soon!

Event Details

• Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
• Time: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
• Location: Polk Street (Btwn Bush & Sutter Streets), San Francisco
• Cost: Free

All Ages Welcome!

Pet Friendly

THE TOP CHEFS

BAY AREA FUSION BAND · CREATORS OF STOOP SESSIONS

The Top Chefs are a powerhouse live band based in San Francisco. Known for their dynamic performances that blend hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and soul, the group transforms stages with a sound that is both forward-thinking and rooted in tradition.

They have performed across the USA, UK, Europe, and South America. Their versatility allows them to command festival stages, jazz clubs, corporate events, family-friendly gatherings, and weddings alike, offering tailored live experiences ranging from full-band productions to intimate acoustic sets.

Their lineup features a rotating cast of all-star musicians including Shogun (bass), Loveberry (guitar), Shawn (drums), Des & Diego (keys), Will Shannon (trombone), TJ Milan (saxophone), Ryan & Alejandro (trumpet), Jaeden Lino (percussion), and vocalists Sunday & ASH, with Afterthought driving the band as MC and frontman.

The Top Chefs often perform Afterthought’s original music alongside covers of R&B, soul, and early 2000s classics. They have also backed legendary Bay Area artists including B-Legit, RBL Posse, Rappin' 4-Tay, Nef The Pharaoh, and Cellski.

JP BREGANZA

OPEN FORMAT DJ · HIGH ENERGY SETS

Vallejo-raised DJ JP Breganza is an open-format DJ known for high-energy sets and creating memorable experiences that bring people together. He is the DJ behind the original viral Seafood City dance parties in Daly City, which have helped build a growing following throughout the Bay Area. From unexpected pop-up settings to large-scale events, JP brings an energetic, crowd-focused approach to every set.

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Keep the Party Going

After Lower Polk Live! wraps up, the music keeps going! Support live music in the Lower Polk by visiting our neighborhood merchants each bringing their own late-night energy with live bands, DJs, and great vibes.

R-Bar | 1176 Sutter Street |

Mayes | 1233 Polk Street |

McTeague's | 1237 Polk Street |

Deco Dance | 1160 Polk Street |

Hi Low Club | 1423 Polk Street |

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Lower Polk Live! is part of the I ❤️ Lower Polk initiative presented by the . Event programming by