Castro Merchants is
Open for Business

The Castro Merchants Association (CMA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to uniting local businesses in San Francisco's iconic Castro District, ensuring its ongoing success as a thriving, progressive, and diverse neighborhood.

Visit our Member Directory to find a member restaurant, bar, retail shop, professional service, gym, hotel, or more, or learn about the benefits of joining us today.

What’s new in the Castro?

Happening Soon…

Events
Castro Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony 2024
Dec 2
Castro Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony 2024
Castro Menorah Lighting
Dec 9
Castro Menorah Lighting

Join us in spreading the warmth of Hanukkah lights in the Castro as we hold a Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Jane Warner Plaza on Monday, December 11, at 6 PM.

Renew your membership for the
2024-25 year here.

Rainbow Flag Donation Program | Interested in applying for a retired Castro Flag?
Learn more here.

Blog
Easter in the Castro: A Celebration of Spring and Community
Easter in the Castro: A Celebration of Spring and Community

Easter in the Castro is a lively festive time with activities and events celebrating the community’s diverse spirit and welcoming heart.

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Nightlife Reimagined: Re-Discover the Castro's Bars and Clubs
Nightlife Reimagined: Re-Discover the Castro's Bars and Clubs

Explore the vibrant nightlife of San Francisco's Castro District. Discover iconic bars, clubs, and community spaces celebrating diversity, history, and culture. Join us for unforgettable nights out, themed events, and more in the heart of Castro.

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Love Unfolds in the Castro: A Valentine's Day Journey
Love Unfolds in the Castro: A Valentine's Day Journey

In Castro, Valentine's Day is about celebrating love in all its forms - amidst an iconic neighborhood that houses eclectic shops, vibrant nightlife, and delectable dining destinations.

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Who Are We?

The Castro Merchants Association (CMA) serves as the loud and unified voice for its members, lobbying city government for policies that support local businesses. Offering resources and support, CMA helps entrepreneurs thrive.

Distinguished by the commitment from the Board of Supervisors and SFPD to hold monthly meetings with CMA, the Association's voice significantly impacts policies that support and encourage neighborhood business.

By sponsoring events that showcase the Castro's unique culture, CMA cultivates community spirit and reinforces the neighborhood's status as a premier LGBTQ destination. The Castro embodies the strength of community, collaboration, and resilience, standing as a beacon of freedom, acceptance, and diversity for generations to come.

Get in Touch

584 Castro Street, Suite 333
San Francisco, CA 94114
General Inquiries: 415-980-0011 | Email