Rickshaw Stop is a gem of the San Francisco live music scene — an intimate, independent venue that punches above its weight.
Over its 20 year history, the 350-capacity, charmingly dive-y concert hall has hosted early-career performances from stars like Billie Eilish, M.I.A., Vampire Weekend, Jorja Smith and more. But beyond touring acts, it’s also nurtured Bay Area artists like garage-punk-country crooner Shannon Shaw and rising rockers Fake Fruit. After weathering pandemic shutdowns, it remains a crucial resource for local musicians as corporate promoters continue to consolidate the concert industry.
Shaw, Fake Fruit and a slate of other Bay Area artists are helping Rickshaw Stop ring in two decades in January 2024. Its 20th anniversary celebration kicks off on Jan. 5 with a free band showcase (lineup coming soon) and continues with shows into February.
So far, nine anniversary concerts have been announced, with more to come. Highlights include a Jan. 11 show with San Francisco post-punks Pardoner with chokecherry, Spiral Dub and Armin; Shannon Shaw on Jan. 13 with Mae Powell and MAYYA; Fake Fruit on Jan. 18 with Dummy and April Magazine; and a funky dance party on Jan. 19 with Planet Booty and more.
Tickets go on sale Oct. 6 at 10 a.m., and VIP passes are available that grant fans access to all the anniversary concerts.
