@ The Stud, 399 9th Street.  A monthly benefit event hosted by Sgt Die Wies and guest performers with an absurd raffle including a drag queen pie-in-the-face. 10pm–3am. studsf.com

@ The Cinch, 1723 Polk Street. Hosted by Emperor 32 and Empress 49 China Silk, the annual party will include raffles, grab bags, show and crowning of the new Chico and Chica Chulo 2018. chinchsf.com

@ 21st & 24th Streets. The annual familyfriendly cultural celebration. 10am– 6pm. cincodemayosf.org

@ Jack London Square, Oakland. The first ever Cinco de Mayo Dance Festival will include turf battles hosted by featured emcees and DJs with live performances, dancing horses, live painting, prize giveaways and more. 12 Noon–7pm. jacklondonsquare.com         

@ Elixir, 3200 16th Street. San Francisco’s second oldest saloon continues celebrating its 160-year-old tradition with drink specials, free snacks, hat contest and more. 1pm-2am. elixirsf.com

@ Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street. Peaches Christ will host a parody stage show followed by a screening of the 1989 classic Steel Magnolias. 3pm & 8pm. peacheschrist.com

@ The Cinch, 1723 Polk Street. Emperor 32 Fernando’s Annual Cinco de Meow fundraising benefit, hosted by Empress 49 China Silk, will include raffles, grab bags, show and the crowing of a new Chico and Chica Chulo 2018. 4–7pm chinchsf.com

@ Era Art Bar, 19 Grand Avenue, Oakland. Hosted by Dr. Frankie, the event will provide opportunities to mix and mingle for singles and couples. 5pm. littlegaybook.com