The Masonic

The Masonic is a concert and comedy venue at 1111 California St on Nob Hill, inside the California Masonic Memorial Temple. The building opened in 1958 and the auditorium was renovated in 2014. Its tiered seating and balcony give you a clear view across the room, while the sound system was designed for the space. Look for the masonry imagery and the exterior sculpture depicting a battle between good and evil. The venue also has bars and an accessible elevator; check event details and arrange parking before you go.

A Masonic meeting place turned auditorium

The Masonic opened in 1958 as a meeting place for the California Masons and remains part of the California Masonic Memorial Temple on Nob Hill. Masonry imagery covers the building, and an exterior sculpture depicts a battle between good and evil.

The auditorium is now used for concerts, comedy and other performances. It was renovated in 2014, with a new stage and a sound system designed for the room. The space continues to serve as a meeting venue as well as a place for public events.

Seating, sound and getting around

The auditorium has a main floor and a balcony, with tiered seating arranged to give people farther back a view of the stage. Event layouts can vary: some shows use seated arrangements, while others can include open floor space. If you prefer to be close to the crowd, check the event’s seating plan before choosing a ticket; balcony seats provide a more relaxed way to watch.

The venue has bars and an accessible elevator between levels. The elevator does not reach the lobby floor, so using it may still leave some stairs to manage. If you need step-free access or other assistance, contact the venue ahead of your event to confirm arrangements. Parking is available at The Masonic Garage, but spaces can sell out, so plan ahead.