Lights ON!

Celebrate the BROADWAY sign and the people keeping Broadway’s stages alive. Join neighbors, artists and supporters for Lights ON! on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 6–9 PM Pacific at 435 Broadway, San Francisco.

THE EVENING

6–7 PM — Free sidewalk gathering and countdown under the sign. Join Michael Sturtz, Tom Watson and Andres Acosta for the neighborhood celebration. Sample and enjoy the new Francesca's Cafe. No upstairs ticket is needed for the sidewalk gathering.

7–9 PM — Ticketed celebration upstairs at On Broadway / Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway. Upstairs admission is limited to 200 guests across all paid tickets, free backer registrations and complimentary places. Each confirmed ticket reserves one upstairs place.

At 7 PM, Michael Brunswick presents a Live Canvas Art Performance, painting WITH a canvas rather than a brush. An early supporter as an individual artist and business owner Ace Tiger Gallery. His finished artwork will be auctioned through LightsOnBroadway and displayed at the venue through the end of 2026.

Also featured: Rosalyn with Live Heal Travel in the atrium; Stuart Kaplan’s Living History Room Exhibition preview; Albert Lopez and the Underground Signal team in the Broadcast Room; and live music by GamperDrums Live. The evening includes a slideshow and tribute celebrating Mabuhay and Filipino American History Month.

NEW PROGRAMS AT MABUHAY GARDENS

Discover Francesca’s Cafe; the launch of letterpress printing and hands-on design with Patrick Fenton and Andres Acosta; and the Broadcast Room, where the Underground Signal team will broadcast live music and cultural events. Interactive exhibitions and workshops celebrate the Fab Mab’s past, present and future alongside ongoing music, comedy and community programs.

The evening will include a special recognition and thanks to Suzanne Agasi and Dr. Howie Whitehouse for their community action and support.

UPSTAIRS ADMISSION

Community — $5

General — $25

Supporter — $50

Sustaining Supporter — $100

Tickets start at $5, including fees. Every ticket includes the same upstairs access. Higher-priced tickets are optional and help support the evening.

Already a bulb backer? Free upstairs registration is available for existing bulb backers while places remain. Please reserve your place using the Existing Bulb Backer RSVP ticket. A campaign gift alone is not a confirmed upstairs reservation.

These Eventbrite tickets are for admission. Bulb gifts and dedications are separate and available at https://lightsonbroadway.org/. Event information: https://lightsonbroadway.org/lighting/.