Eclectic Box SF
The Verdict
"Flexible Mission event space at 446 Valencia hosting theater, dance, film screenings, art openings, pop-up markets, and classes. Home of San Francisco Youth Theatre and a working rehearsal studio. Event-based only, no regular hours; check the calendar before showing up. Five-minute walk from 16th Street BART."
What you need to know
Eclectic Box SF is a flexible event space at 446 Valencia Street in the Mission. The space hosts theater, dance, film screenings, art openings, pop-up markets, classes, and private events. The room has an industrial feel and reconfigures for each event.
What to Expect
What you find here depends on the calendar. The space programs and rents out, so events range widely. The space also serves as a rehearsal studio and is the home of San Francisco Youth Theatre.
Visiting
Address: 446 Valencia Street, Mission District
Hours: Event-based only. No regular public hours.
Cost: Varies by event. Some are free or by donation. Ticketed events have their own pricing.
Tips: Check the website or social media for upcoming public events before showing up.
Getting There
16th Street Mission BART is about a 5-minute walk. The 14 Mission and 49 Van Ness/Mission buses run on Mission Street one block east. The 22 Fillmore runs on 16th Street. Valencia has some metered parking but spots fill quickly in the evenings.
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