Saving Space for San Francisco’s Creative Class
Schedule
Wed Feb 25 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Manny's | San Francisco, CA
About this Event
As the cost of living and creating in San Francisco continues to rise, artists and cultural workers are being pushed further to the margins, threatening the very creative ecosystem that defines the city. This candid conversation brings together leaders from government, real estate development, artist advocacy, and the music and creative industries to examine the challenges facing artists today and explore innovative strategies for keeping creative communities rooted in San Francisco and the Bay.
With Panelists -
Randall Kline, 1687 Market Street
James Kass, Executive Director, KALW/ Warfield Commons
Peter Kadin, EVP Marketing, EMPIRE
Meg Shiffler, Director, Artist Space Trust
Moderated by Ben VanHouten, Director of Nightlife Initiatives OEWD
Part 3 of the SF Music Week at Manny’s Series which brings the city’s music community together for a set of intimate conversations about where music is right now, and where it’s headed. From the lived experience of going to shows, to the urgent question of whether artists can still afford to call San Francisco home, to the deeply personal songs that shape a life in music, this three-part series centers the voices, stories, and realities behind the sound. More info at SF Music Week
Where is it happening?
Manny's, 3092 16th Street, San Francisco, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 12.36 to USD 24.72


















