Discover the Hidden Gems of Daly Citys Arts and Culture Scene

Nestled just south of San Francisco lies a suburban paradise that is often overlooked by travelers seeking cultural experiences. But those who take the time to explore Daly City will be richly rewarded with a diverse array of hidden gems that reflect the vibrant, foggy, and hilly nature of its residents.

For starters, art enthusiasts should not miss the Pacifica Center for the Arts (1220 Linda Mar Blvd), which features contemporary exhibits from local artists alongside theatrical performances and concerts. Another mustsee is The Art Shack Gallery (703 Hickey Blvd), an eclectic space featuring funky ceramics, paintings and jewelry crafted by Bay Area artists.

When it comes to theater, B Street Theatre Company (B St & Lake Merced Blvd) offers productions that are both thoughtprovoking as well as entertaining. Alternatively, for something more lighthearted theres always Seton Hall University Players at Monsignor Luckeydoo Auditorium in Our Lady Of Mercy Church (1 Elmwood Drive). Here you can catch a range of comedic plays put on by local students throughout their semesters.

No visit to Daly City would be complete without visiting one of their many visual arts museums like Museum Of Filipino American Art And Culture MOFAC (365 Valencia St.), where visitors can immerse themselves in stimulating FilipinoAmerican culture or Underground Exhibitions By Appointment Only (657 Westlake Ave.) , an immersive experience full of oddities made up primarily from items found in dumpsters over years past.

Lastly when it comes to concert venues worth checking out theres Rockaway Beach Festival Grounds (5200 Coast Hwy) they host everything from community events with food trucks all evening long coupled with amazing live music acts ranging from rock bands to rap groups! Additionally for smaller indie shows check out Fog Fest Music Stage on Palmetto Ave.

Daly Citys arts and culture scene is truly blossoming with unique finds at every turn. The key to discovering the citys most obscure sites, theaters or visual art museums are to keep your eyes peeled for those hidden doors and beckoning side alleyways that will lead you down a treasure trove of local secrets.

List of websites:

Pacifica Center for the Arts: pacificaperformances.org

The Art Shack Gallery: http://artshackgallery.com/

B Street Theatre Company: bstreettheatre.org

Seton Hall University Players : setonhallplayers.weebly.com/

Museum Of Filipino American Art And Culture MOFAC www.mofacsd.com (coming soon)

Twitter Handles:

B Street Theatre Company @bstreettheatre

Rockaway Beach Festival Grounds @rockawaybeachfest