Event Dates
From: Sunday, September 29, 2024
To: Sunday, September 29, 2024
Folsom AFTERSHOCK 2024
Folsom Aftershock is the definitive gay after party taking place during the Folsom Leather and Fetish weekend in San Francisco.
Folsom AFTERSHOCK 2024
Folsom Aftershock is the definitive gay after party taking place during the Folsom Leather and Fetish weekend in San Francisco.
- Stay at The W San Francisco, just 300m from the party with amazing views over the city and a great gym to get pumped, pre-party!
The Party
- Awaiting venue and lineup confirmation for the next edition.
- Ky Martinez events presents Aftershock, running for over 25 years and one of the longest running after hours parties on the planet!
- Put on your boots, bring your friends and join the sexiest men, boys and dancing queens from around the world at San Francisco’s epic after hours Folsom dance party.
- Aftershock will take you on a journey of light and sound, so make sure you set your alarm clock and hydrate, because the music starts at 4AM (note- on the Sunday morning BEFORE the fair).
- Legendary DJs returns to spin joined by the finest lights and visual artists. The party continues until 10AM.
- Kick start your evening at the official Pre Party – Rated X.
The Venue
- Aftershock takes over City Nights San Francisco, featuring two dance halls, two DJs and three full bars, on 715 Harrison St. The Venue is in the SoMA district, close to all the other Folsom leather events
Where to stay during Folsom?
The Folsom Street Fair is one of San Francisco’s biggest events and attracts hundreds of thousands of guys from around the world. It is also one of the longest running open air fetish festivals in the world.
- Book your stay well in advance as people start planning the moment the last event ends as there are just 31 hotels in Soma, the home of the fair. Alternatively stay close to the downtown area, home to the city’s top hotels and take a rideshare or BART to the event.
The following SOMA hotels are close to the parties and Folsom Fair:
InterContinental Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott , Palace Hotel, Hotel Zelos,
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The W Hotel is our preferred hotel in
the city close to everything with a gym
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Folsom AFTERSHOCK visit the Website
Gay Map of San Francisco
We have divided the map into two areas, the Castro, San Francisco’s world famous gay district and SOMA, the are where the Folsom Street Fair takes place each September.
Map of Gay San Francisco (SOMA)
Map of Gay San Francisco (The Castro)
Recommended Hotels in San Francisco
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We have chosen hotels in San Francisco that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Palace Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
Famed bars, an awe-inspiring crystal chandelier restaurant, a fitness area and a glass dome indoor pool are featured at this landmark Palace. Leather tufted headboards, 11-foot ceilings, pillow-top bedding set the stage for a luxurious night’s sleep. High-end luggage inspired desk, tables and the bathroom vanity. A 48-inch flat-screen satellite TV, marble bath & rain shower
Hotel Zetta
4 Star, Readers Choice
This Central San Francisco hotel offers rooms with a 46-inch flat-screen smart TV. Free WiFi, an iPod docking station, a portable wireless Bluetooth speaker, and double-panned windows for quiet. A seating area, work desk, and an Illy espresso coffee machine, walk-in shower, bathrobes & premium toiletries. A state-of-the-art fitness centre & laundry services
The Marker
4 Star, Great Value
Offering French-inspired architecture, The Marker San Francisco, provides guests with an ideal city centre. The guest rooms and suites at this upscale hotel boast amenities such as an LCD flat-screen TV with on-demand movies and an iHome alarm clock radio. All guest rooms feature ironing facilities, a hairdryer, a make-up mirror and boutique bath products.
Handlery
3 Star, Location
This San Francisco hotel is located in Union Square, it offers an outdoor pool and rooms with an MP3 connection. It features a barbershop and a business center. Access to a fitness centre one block from the hotel and an on-site sauna. Each classically-designed room is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV and mini-refrigerator. Free coffee and tea are also provided
Video Of Aftershock San Francisco
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in San Francisco
San Francisco is a vibrant and inclusive city with a long history of LGBTQ+ activism and culture. Here are the most popular neighbourhoods, including gay hot spots and districts close to the city’s most popular attractions. It is worth noting that the best-rated hotels are close to Union Square
SoMa (South of Market) | Gay Hotspot
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- Located to the east of the city, SoMa has an edgy and industrial feel, with a mix of gay bars, clubs, and art spaces.
- SoMa is also home to the world-famous Folsom Street Fair, held at the end of September each year.
- The neighbourhood is home to the stunning San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
- Discover the best things to see and do in San Francisco.
The Castro
One of the world’s most famous gay districts since the 1960s, a focal point for LGBTQ+ culture.
Union Square
In the heart of downtown, a great choice if you want to be close to major tourist attractions.
The Mission
South of the city centre, known for its colourful murals, hipster culture, bars and restaurants.
Nob Hill
Upscale neighbourhood with beautiful city views, known for its elegant hotels and historic architecture
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