REAL BAD

REAL BAD is an annual fundraising dance party produced by the Grass Roots Gay Rights Foundation.

The tradition began in 1989 when a group of friends came together to host a celebration of life. Jim Guequierre and his lover Jeff Swenton—who were renowned for throwing great parties—decided to host a gathering at their home before the Castro Street Fair. They served margaritas to their friends, starting a tradition that continues today with the annual kick-off margarita party in June. Though the

first REAL BAD was small, those who attended knew the event was special and that it would continue for years to come. To find out how REAL BAD grew into the event that now attracts over 2,000 guests from around the world and raises thousands of dollars for San Francisco LGBT charities, visit our webpage:
http://www.realbad.org/about/real-bad-history/

04/08/2026

👨🏻‍💼💼 We hope this RITUAL finds you well…

Leave the spreadsheets at the door and prepare for your onboarding. Overtime starts at 9:00pm. See you on the dance floor July 24th!

EARLY BIRD TICKET PRICING ENDS 5/31
🎟️https://realbadritual.eventbrite.com🎟️

11/13/2025

THIS SATURDAY it’s a DJ 3-Way! REAL BAD DJs Deanne, Peter Napoli and Philip Grasso share the decks all night long for a fusion of styles, sound and energy. Get down with us at NEXUS!
November 15 | Public Works | NexusParty.US 🎟️

10/18/2025

10/14/2025

🔊 NOW STREAMING: Experience 4.5 hours of high-energy perfection from Brady Prince's Main Room headlining set at REAL BAD 36! 🔊 Link in comments.

10/10/2025

🎧 Relive the magic of REAL BAD 36 with 3 hours of Matt Suave's Main Room opening set! 🎧 Link in comments.

10/01/2025

Thank you to our DJs Brady Prince, Matt Suave, Aleki, lighting and laser designer Robert Sanders / RAGERLAZER, visual artist Abbey Baker / VJ Blanket, 1015 Folsom, sponsors, hosts, beneficiaries, volunteers, Events Committee, and Board for making REAL BAD 36 a vibrant success and powerful showing of community! 🖤💙🤍❤️ Photos by Michael Smith.

09/27/2025

🚨IMPORTANT REAL BAD PARTY INFO ABOVE 🚨

09/22/2025

Folsom Week is upon us! 😈 Check out these events from our Sponsors and partners.

Mr-S-Leather, RED SF, TrophyDad, Brian Kent Productions, BRÜT, Folsom Street, Lookout, 1015 Folsom, SF Eagle, Atlantis Events, Treasure Island Media, Sui Generis Designer Consignment, FabulousMe

09/06/2025

SOLD OUT ❤️💙🖤
We are sold out of tickets! We cannot thank you enough for your support and are so excited to welcome you to REAL BAD 36, it’s going to be IN-CREDIBLE.
REAL BAD is a charity event and fundraiser. Individuals who purchased tickets may resell their tickets at their discretion but agree to not resell them for more than their purchase price including fees: $134.30 for General Admission and $176.30 for VIP, inclusive of fees. If a Host or Individual is attempting to resell a ticket for more than its value above please bring it to our attention by emailing [email protected].

09/04/2025

From our friends at 1015, join us this Saturday on Treasure Island for HONEY FREAKING DIJON! Special discount for the REAL BAD fam with code REAL BAD 🎟️ Tickets at tixr.com/e/146401

08/21/2025

Please join us for the legendary SF Eagle Beer Bust Sunday September 7th from 3 to 7 PM, benefiting GRGRF! No cover charge, but guests pay $20 for the beer/soda bust if they wish to indulge. There will be exciting raffle prizes, including tickets to REAL BAD 36!

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1015 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA
94103

Website

http://www.realbad.org/

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