Special Events at The Commonwealth Club
2024 Annual Gala
November 14, 2024
The Commonwealth Club will host the 36th Annual Distinguished Citizens Award Gala in the fall.
The annual gala is the Club’s most important fundraising event of the year and is the philanthropic community’s opportunity to support its civic and nonpartisan mission.
The evening will be a celebratory and multifaceted awards ceremony and gala party! It'll all take place at one of San Francisco’s most spectacular venues—our very own beautiful headquarters on The Embarcadero.
BLUE ANGELS VIEWING PARTY
October 12, 2024
Every fall, the world-famous Blue Angels soar through the San Francisco skyline, captivating crowds. Join us on Saturday, October 12, from 1 to 4 p.m., to enjoy some of the remarkable maneuvers from the perfect vantage point—on The Commonwealth Club's rooftop terrace!
CELEBRATE NEW YEARS EVE AT THE COMMONWEALTH CLUB
Catch all of the fireworks and enjoy a one-of-a-kind party at our beautiful waterfront building to welcome in the new year.
California Book Awards
The California Book Awards annually recognize the state’s best writers and illuminate the wealth and diversity of literature written in California. The California Book Awards began in 1931, and through the years recipients have included Jared Diamond, Khaled Hosseini, Kay Ryan, John Steinbeck, Amy Tan, and many others.
Exhibits at the Club
Ongoing
Exhibits of artworks at the Club are available during most business hours and, unless otherwise noted, are free to view. Many exhibits also feature a special event featuring the artist.
