MIDWAY EVENTS
NOVEMBER 2020
J.Worra performs a DJ set at The Midway on Friday, October 30, 2020.
Fort Mason is known for being one of San Francisco’s most versatile outdoor event spaces. It has recently been valued for hosting safe community gatherings during the pandemic. On Thursday, November 12, 2020, an independent film called Ace In The Hole made its debut to a hundred cars on a 40x20 ft. LED screen at 4500 nits, which is 90 times brighter than a standard movie projector. Film Director Yasmin Mawaz-Khan described it as a magical night, “We laughed, cried and honked at the screen. Even though we were all in our vehicles, we were able to see each other across the rows, and remember that we are not alone and we’re all in this together.” The film was a San Francisco story in and of itself about Ace Junkyard, “a unique place for artists to go when they needed inspiration, materials, or simply an accepting ear to hear their crazy ideas,” as stated on Ace In The Hole’s website.
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Popular music and event venue, The Midway, is keeping dance culture alive with social distance concerts. By partnering with major house music labels such as Dirtybird, Desert Hearts, and Space Yacht, they are able to book headline acts and provide a safe experience for music-lovers even in the age of COVID-19. The Midway’s safety precautions went through several trials before getting approved by the city. The show is treated like an outdoor dining experience, where guests are required to wear a mask when not eating or drinking and may reserve a private table with up to four people. Food is provided by The Midway culinary team through contactless ordering, while guests enjoy a day outside and live concert.X