A storm brews on the streets of San Francisco, and Nine Lives wander the halls of The Black Cat Hotel; the once luxurious, now darkly possessed, Bay Area residence. Guests wander through ancient and decrepit corridors, smoky parlors, velvet-draped bars and guest rooms frozen in the 1930s, while their secrets rot beneath the wallpaper. For one month this Halloween, you are invited to make a reservation in the SF’s scariest underground residence, inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s Gothic tale of the slow, haunting descent into madness. Prepare to be entertained and prepare to be scared. Welcome to The Black Cat Hotel. Book your stay—if you dare
Organizer
The Palace TheaterVenue
The Palace Theater
Category
Immersive TheatreTag
HorrorStart date
October 8th, 2025
End date
November 1st, 2025
Audience Role
This immersive experience is designed to be interactive; at times actors will give guests directions to follow, including appropriate touch. Consent is paramount; any guest wishing to opt out of interactions will be given the opportunity to do so before entering the attraction. Those who opt out will be given an item to wear signifying their desire to opt out any direct interaction.
Ages: 13 +
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About The Palace Theater
Tucked beneath the streets of North Beach - and quite accessible, if you know where to look… - The Palace Theater has been San Francisco's best-kept secret since long before anyone thought to keep it. The space itself has lived many lives: a Russian Orthodox cathedral, a Chinese theatre, a home for the legendary Cockettes, and eventually the celebrated immersive production Speakeasy, which sold out 425 performances before closing in 2019. Today, The Palace is home to The illusionist Kevin Blake's acclaimed residency, alongside an evolving lineup of cabaret, immersive theatre, and one-night experiences unlike anything else in the city. Eight sprawling rooms, a sunken cabaret stage, hidden bars, and a labyrinthine layout that rewards the curious… Whether it's a close-up magic show at a poker table, a one-night cabaret, or an immersive evening that takes over the entire venue, The Palace is where San Francisco's most extraordinary nights happen, just off Broadway.