Blow Buddies – San Francisco (1988–2016) Opened in 1988, Blow Buddies was a legendary South of Market sex club that became an institution in San Francisco’s queer nightlife. Known for its unapologetic openness, themed play spaces, and a community built around both pleasure and safety, it thrived for nearly three decades. More than just a club, Blow Buddies reflected a uniquely San Francisco blend of sexual freedom, solidarity, and resilience through the AIDS crisis and beyond. When it closed in 2016, it left behind a legacy of radical sex-positivity and community care.
