Events

Presented by Daly City Public Library Associates, Art & Lit Fest brings local poets, authors, artists, musicians, and crafters together for performances, workshops, arts and crafts, and live music while raising funds for Daly City Public Library.

The announced lineup features Lyrical Opposition, Freska from 96.5 KOIT and 102.9 KBLX, and DJ Ajax from Ultra Entertainment. Lyrical Opposition’s individual performance time has not yet been announced.

Partners include Serramonte Center, Art Bias, City of Daly City, Daly City Public Library, Daly City Recreation, and Creative Collective SF.

Deville joins the 23rd Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema on September 10, 2026, in the 9 p.m. program at Studio 45, San Francisco.

Lyrical Opposition helped prepare the Art Zone Stage for a weekend of live art and music at the 55th Annual Millbrae Art & Wine Festival.

Oak Life Church invited Oakland artists to an August 28, 2026 Art Night with Lyrical Opposition and Park Boulevard Presbyterian Church.

Deville joined BraveMaker’s Summer Series for a free evening of Bay Area short films at Courthouse Square in Redwood City on August 6, 2026.

Fego Navarro reflects on Deville’s Southern California premiere, the festival experience, and the community behind the film.

Deville returned to the Mission on July 23, 2026, for a free community screening at 683 Florida Street, with food, music, and poetry.

Join us on June 17 at 7 PM at @medicinefornightmares for the release celebration of the inaugural issue of Not Like the Rest — a literary magazine designed by and featuring the work of incarcerated Bay Area artists.

The evening will feature readings by Fego Navarro of Lyrical Opposition and the Forced N2 Greatness Collective @artofficialgiraffe, @pharaoh_elisha, and Trey Xavier along with opportunities to write letters to the incarcerated artists featured in the zine.

Come through for an evening of storytelling, community, food, creative inspiration, and connection as we celebrate the voices and artistry of incarcerated creators.

Free and open to the community. See you there.

In case you missed it, see last season's short sci-fi thriller presented at the Film Crawls and meet the filmmaker!

VIBELAND: ZODIAC, a pilot for a San Francisco-based urban legend series, follows a woman's date night that turns into a cat-and-mouse hunt by the Zodiac killer through a surreal version of San Francisco. Bernal filmmaker Rodrigo Williams will appear with fellow filmmaker and collaborator, Fego Navarro for a conversation and Q&A .

Join us for the inaugural The Sunday After — a new collaborative gathering from Lyrical Assembly and Oak Life Church that blends faith, art, and community in the heart of Oakland.

Held at the creative hub Oakstop, this event reimagines what sacred space can feel like — a place to reflect, connect, and express through music, poetry, storytelling, and conversation. It’s church, redefined through the lens of justice, art, and authenticity.

Music, spoken word, dance, and community filled Brisbane Community Park for a free hip-hop benefit organized by Lyrical Opposition, Kapwa Kultural Center, and Rock The School Bells.

An evening of visual art, poetry, and live music celebrating the real stories that shape this country. We are America every background, every culture, every voice woven together in one powerful experience.

Presented by Atelier for Healing & Lyrical Opposition.

Come through. Bring your people. Let’s celebrate the art that reflects who we truly are.

The Journey of an Urban Missionary: 7 Stops to Living on Mission A conversation on purpose, community, and everyday impact​

Join us for an evening of learning, reflection, and creative expression as we explore what it means to live with purpose and make a meaningful impact in our communities.

Featured speaker Dhati Lewis will share insights on living with intention, building community, and stepping into the work we feel called toward in everyday life.​

Whether you’re exploring faith, leadership, or simply looking for ways to live more intentionally and serve the people around you, this space is open to you.

Join us for an evening of spoken word, reflection, and community as we celebrate Black History Month through the power of storytelling, poetry, and healing.

Spoken Word for Healing & Rejuvenation brings together an inspiring lineup of poets, artists, and community voices dedicated to sharing stories that uplift, empower, and connect us. Featuring performances by Pharoah Brooks, Trey Xavier, Jus' B, Antonio López, and Jenny Bonham, this gathering creates space for expression, restoration, and collective growth.

Lyrical Opposition is proud to support this event by providing professional audio and sound production, helping amplify every voice and every story shared throughout the evening.

Presented by Atelier for Healing and Forced N2 Greatness.

# WE'RE IN!*+

Proud to announce our film @devillemovie has been accepted into the 28th San Francisco Independent Film Festival @sfindiefest we and will be screening at the iconic Roxie Theater •

Roxie Theater - House 1

Fri, Feb 6 - 8:30 PM

Sat, Feb 7 - 1:00 PM

Tickets available now — link in bio

Hope to see you there. Grateful for all the love and support At

Starring

@thesfg415 - Mikey @mattkim81 - Alvin @demo_24st_925 — Tío Pablo @allmothug - Rogee

@elizabethivallejo — Sabrina @gabbyyfranco — Jocelyn

@_94shots_ - Officer Jackson

@grando1k — OG Store Owner @halyna_k_k - Weed lady

An invitation to the opening of my new art exhibit "Fresh Horizons/ Restored to Flourish" featuring murals, paintings and prints.

Saturday January 17 from 5-8pm at The Atelier for Healing Showroom at 1150 El Camino Real Ste 283 at the Tanforan Mall in San Bruno, CA...

Thankful to Gods mercy for a second chance at life, a new year, three years of remission, five years of sobriety, 52 years of art, music and mural painting, my 67th birthday, a beautiful family, loved ones, friends, acquaintances and greater community. Please come out to share the love and count our blessings.

Live performances by Lyrical Opposition and the Latin Soul sounds of Los Mendoza & Friends....... Prints, teeshirts & hoodies will be available for sale.

​Join us for an Open House with Lyrical Opposition, located inside Tanforan Mall. This gathering invites the community into our creative space for an afternoon rooted in art, culture, and conversation.

​The Open House will feature poetry, hip-hop, live DJ sets, a mixer, and a keynote, alongside a curated gallery experience. Guests will also be able to engage with our Re-Entrification Exhibition and witness a live podcast recording, highlighting voices and narratives often left out of traditional cultural spaces.

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, live performance, and community as Micah Bournes stops in Brisbane, CA on his Stay. book release tour. This special event will feature Micah sharing selections from his newest book, Stay: Love and Grief Poetry, a deeply personal collection that explores themes of heartbreak, healing, and hope.

Join us at the 4th Annual Art & Lit Fest on Saturday, September 27, as Lyrical Opposition takes the stage from 1:00pm to 1:30pm! Get ready for high-energy hip-hop, powerful poetry, and crowd-shaking call-and-response moments that celebrate community pride and creativity. Don’t miss this dynamic performance bridging the voices of the Bay with love for Daly City, local libraries, and the arts.

Join us for poetry, spoken word, and storytelling with San Mateo Poet Laureate and system-impacted Bay Area writers.

Ready to be moved? Join us for a phenomenal night of poetry and truth-telling.

A community farmers market gathering at Hans Schiller Plaza with Mission Blue Coffee and Lyrical Opposition.

Join Lyrical Opposition for an unforgettable performance at the inaugural Future is Now Jazz Festival! Taking the stage at the Patricia Qualls Gallery, Lyrical Opposition will bring a unique fusion of poetry, hip-hop, and soulful rhythm that complements the festival’s vision of elevating diverse, emerging voices and genre-defying creativity.

Join us for Lyrical Legacy, a powerful celebration of 10 years of Lyrical Opposition — uplifting lyrical expression, community storytelling, and creative resistance in the Bay Area and beyond.

Lyrical Opposition is honored to be the special musical guest at the Pupusa Party — a flavorful celebration of culture, literature, and community hosted by NIXTA and acclaimed Salvadoran author Jorge Argueta.

Lyrical Opposition, The Web Artists, and Visitacion Valley Connections invite you to the third installment of Live at the Baylands — a dynamic fusion of photography, poetry, film, and live music in one immersive evening.

This multi-sensory showcase transforms The Baylands into a space of creative encounter and community reflection. Whether through a camera lens, a pen, or a microphone, artists share powerful stories shaped by culture, resilience, and hope.

The Sunday After, previously called the Lyrical Takeover, is an annual collaboration between Lyrical Assembly and Oak Life Church, where they create space for a unique and inspiring event held at Oakstop in Oakland, California. It is a celebration of music and faith that brings together a diverse community of people to connect, worship, and express themselves through the power of poetry, music, hip-hop and storytelling.

Lyrical Opposition is teaming up with Visitacion Valley neighbors and Mission Blue Coffee to host a vibrant night of creativity and community! Join us for an Open Mic & Community Showcase featuring music, poetry, dance, and more — all ages welcome and admission is free!

Lyrical Opposition artist and DZN Records signee, Elisa Solei will be performing at the Brick and Mortar Music Hall!

🌟 The Bay Area’s own @_sabrinashauna, known for her soulful vocals and genre-blending sound, is bringing her captivating live performance to San Francisco on April 25th! She'll be joined by the talented @elisasoleimusic and @livbelda for a night of unforgettable music.

Lyrical Opposition is proud to be part of the 2nd Annual Community Day Fest at Downtown HS on Thursday, April 17th, from 2:30-4:30 PM. The intention of this event is for Downtown High School’s students, families, staff, and community partners to continuously build a positive school culture by creating a space for sense of belonging, providing at hand resources (jobs, groceries, thrift boutique etc), and strengthening their school spirit. There will be BBQ'n, live screen printing, providing outdoor games, and more!

7 Last Poems: The 7 Days of Holy Week at Ruth Williams Opera House.

Hyphy Theology is an experiential and empowering expression of faith and culture, inspired by the Bay Area’s hyphy movement and the deep exploration of Creator through theology. It celebrates the beauty of divine creation as seen through the unique lens of Bay Area geography, music, art, poetry, and illustration. Rooted in inspiration and authenticity, Hyphy Theology is inspired by the sacred in the creative, the spiritual in the everyday, and the presence of Creator in the pulse of the people.

Lyrical Opposition will be spinning timeless tunes and good vibes with live DJing and music to set the tone for a joyful neighborhood gathering. Shop local vendors, sip some coffee, and enjoy the rhythm of community.

Kick off your month with fresh vibes and fresh produce at the Saturday Farmers Market, hosted by Mission Blue Coffee and featuring the Rollin’ Root — a mobile farmers market bringing seasonal goods directly to the community!

Lyrical Opposition will be on-site spinning timeless tunes and uplifting the neighborhood with live DJ sets and soulful soundscapes. Shop from local vendors, sip a handcrafted coffee, and enjoy the flow of music and connection in the heart of Visitacion Valley.

Come through for a joyful morning filled with community, culture, and creativity! 🎧🛒☀️

Lyrical Opposition will be a part of the 23rd Annual Artists’ Evening of Sharing. Lyrical Opposition has been a part of this event 4 years in a row. Thank you to Beth Grossman for the continued partnership.

The event will take place at the Mission Blue Center on Saturday, February 8th at 7:30pm.

Join us for a thought-provoking documentary screening of "Re-Entrification: A Place We Call Home", an insightful exploration into the complexities of urban redevelopment, community displacement, and the fight for home in modern cities. This film delves deep into the lives of individuals and families affected by gentrification, offering a nuanced look at the social, economic, and emotional impacts of urban transformation.

Sunnydale, Visitacion Valley @ 99 Leland at 99 Leland.

La Cultura @ 99 Leland at 99 Leland.

SoMa Strong @ 99 Leland at 99 Leland.