Coronation 61 - Diaspora, The Power of Cultural Excellence

February 21, 2026

EVENTS LEADING UP TO CORONATION

January 10, 2026

Application Turn-In for Emperor and Empress
Twin Peaks Tavern (401 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114)
2:00P - 4:00P

January 17, 2026

Review Board for Applicants for Emperor and Empress
Castro Community Meeting Room (501 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114)
5:00P - 6:00P

This is a private event between the candidates and their campaign team and the Board of Directors

January 18, 2026

Annual Gala and Introduction of Candidates
Blackbird Bar (2124 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114)
4:00P - 7:00P

The Board of Directors are proud to present Annual Gala and Introduction of Candidates.
Performances by the Reigning Emperor and Empress, Reigning Titleholders, and Introduction of the Candidates for the Offices of Emperor and Empress of San Francisco.
Net proceeds benefit the Imperial Council of San Francisco, Inc.

February 14, 2026

Voting Day for the Next Emperor and Empress of San Francisco
Polk: ZHUZH (1548 California Street), 11:00A – 4:00P
Castro: Castro Muni Station (Castro/Market), 12:00P – 6:00P
SOMA: Powerhouse (1347 Folsom Street), 1:00P – 5:00P

Must be a resident of San Francisco, San Mateo, or Marin County to be elibigle to vote. Proof of residency is required. Current/valid photo identification with address, or utility bill showing current address.

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CORONATION WEEK EVENTS

February 15, 2026

Annual Earthquake Party
Aunt Charlie’s (133 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA 94102)
4:00P - 7:00P

Hosted by Absolute Empress 51 Emma Peel, and continuing the legacy of Absolute Empress 41 Galilea. Food, Open Show and Lots of Fun! Net proceeds benefit the New Monarchs Travel Fund, part of the Imperial Council of San Francisco, a 501c3 non-profit in the State of California.

February 18, 2026
In Town Show and Awards
Beaux (2344 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114)
6:00P - 8:30P

Join our reigning Monarchs at Beaux in Castro in San Francisco, for the annual In Town & Awards Show, leading up to coronation 61!

Our Reigning Monarchs at Beaux in Castro in San Francisco will be showing appreciation for the community that supported them all year. It will also be a disbursement of funds to the designated charities of the year.

This is a free event to attend, however we kindly ask you to RSVP/Reserve a spot via Eventbrite here.

February 19, 2026
Anniversary Monarchs Reception (Hosted by Emperor John Carrillo & Empress Misty Blue)
The HA-RA Club (875 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94109)
6:30P - 8:00P

A warm welcome to Anniversary Monarchs Reception, hosted by Emperor 28 After Norton John Carillo and Absolute Empress 49 Misty Blue.

This is a free event to attend, however we kindly ask you to RSVP/Reserve a spot via Eventbrite here.

February 20, 2026
Out of Town Show
Hyatt Regency Downtown San Francisco, SOMA (50 Third Street San Francisco, CA 94107)
6:00P - 11:00P

Join Their Most Imperial Majesty for the annual Out of Town Show. Email music in advance to icsfmusic@gmail.com. Please include your Name, Title, Court location, and whether you are reigning. *Priority to Perform for Reigning Monarchs

Tickets can be purchased here. Cost is $25 and does not include online fees. All ticket purchases are final - No refunds.

February 21, 2026
Protocol Turn-In & Jewelry/Vendors
Hyatt Regency Downtown San Francisco, SOMA (50 Third Street San Francisco, CA 94107)
11:00A - 2:00P

Please stop in to turn in any in-person protocol for Coronation, and check out our visiting vendors that will have items for sale.

To submit your protocol beforehand, please email 1965icsf@gmail.com with the Subject Line “Coronation 61 Protocol - [COURT NAME]” and include a list of protocol in the body of the email and not as an attachment.

*San Francisco strictly enforces the one title, one walk rule. No multiple names, house names, award recipient, honors, etc. will be accepted. We reserve the right to edit all protocols for brevity. Monikers accepted for our Reigning Monarchs only.

February 21, 2026
Hospitality
ZHUZH (1548 California Street, San Francsico CA 94109)
11:00A - 2:00P

Hosted by Absolute Empress 41 Galilea, Emperor 38 After Norton Stephen Dorsey, and Empress 27 of San Jose Jackie Best. Cash bar with small bites/food available.

February 21, 2026
Coronation - Diaspora, The Power of Cultural Excellence
Hyatt Regency Downtown San Francisco, SOMA (50 Third Street San Francisco, CA 94107)
5:00P - 11:00P

On behalf of TMIM Emperor Ashlé Blow & Empress Afrika Amerika, with The Board of Directors of the Imperial Council of San Francisco, One and All are invited to San Francisco Imperial Coronation 61 - Diaspora, The Power of Cultural Excellence.

Doors at 5:00P and Coronation starts promptly at 6:00P.

Tickets can be purchased here. Individual tickets are $70 and include open seating. Half Tables and Full Tables are available and include reserved seating.

February 22, 2026
Annual Cemetery Pilgrimage
Hyatt Regency Downtown San Francisco, SOMA (50 Third Street San Francisco, CA 94107)
Bus will depart the hotel at 8:00A

Please join the Brotherhood of Emperors for their annual cemetery pilgrimage trip. The first stop will be to Castro Street and Market Street for the Annual Monarchs Cleaning of the Jose Sarria Plaque (a tradition founded by Emperor John Carrillo) and the Absolute Empress Veil Ceremony. From there we will depart to Woodlawn Cemetery for the Emperors Annual Pilgrimage Event.

This is a free event with limited space on the bus, so please arrive early to claim a seat.

February 22, 2026
Victory Brunch
Hyatt Regency Downtown San Francisco, SOMA (50 Third Street San Francisco, CA 94107)
11:00A - 1:30P

Join us in person for the SF Coronation 61 Victory Brunch! Our stepping aside Emperor & Empress say "see you later" and hand out awards to those who helped them most on their journey. Then we show support for our newly elected monarchs and learn the vision of their reign.

Tickets can be purchased here. Cost is $33.00 and include fees.

February 22, 2026

Hawaii, Alaska, Texas Victory Show (HAT Party)
Blackbird Bar (2124 Market Street, San Francisco 94114)
3:00P - 6:30P

This is a no cost event, put on by members of the courts of Hawaii, Alaska, and Texas. Open show, raffle prizes, and surprises. Net proceeds benefit the New Monarchs Travel Fund.

The Board of Directors will plan to gather at the end of the event in the back space for the mandatory 72-hour meeting with the Family and the New Monarchs.

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HOST HOTEL
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
50 Third Street, San Francisco, California, 94103, United States

Single King Size Bed or Double Queen Size Bed (One or Two Guests) - $179
Double Queen Size Bed (Three or Four Guests) - $199

*Destination Fee is waived, but we can’t remove it from the website. just in case anyone asks.
Room rate is only available with Check-In Thursday and Check-Out Monday.

Book your rooms here.

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CORONATION PROGRAM ADS

Ads can be mailed to –  sfcoronationads@gmail.com

Payments can be made via Zelle at icsf1965treasurer@gmail.com

(Please put “CORONATION ADS” in the comment section to avoid confusion)

Or PayPal here

(From the drop-down, select Coronation Ads)

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CORONATION 61 ANNIVERSARY MONARCH CELEBRANTS

60 Year Anniversary Celebrant
Her Most Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress 1 de San Francisco, The Widow Norton, Jose

55 Year Anniversary Celebrant
In Loving Memory, Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress VI de San Francisco, Crystal

50 Year Anniversary Celebrants
In Loving Memory, His Imperial Majesty, Emperor IV of San Francisco, After Norton, Michael Caringi
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XI de San Francisco, FLAME!

45 Year Anniversary Celebrants
In Loving Memory, His Imperial Majesty, Emperor IX of San Francisco, After Norton, Bobby Pace
Her Imperial Majesty, Imperial Queen Mother of San Francisco, Absolute Empress XVI de San Francisco, Pushy Phyllis

40 Year Anniversary Celebrants
His Imperial Majesty, Imperial King Father of San Francisco, Emperor XIV of San Francisco, After Norton, Matthew Brown
In Loving Memory, Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XXI de San Francisco, Sable Clown

35 Year Anniversary Celebrants
In Loving Memory, His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XIX of San Francisco, After Norton, Michael Bowman
In Loving Memory, Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XXVI de San Francisco, Caresse

30 Year Anniversary Celebrants
In Loving Memory, His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XXIV of San Francisco, After Norton, Steve Valone
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XXXI de San Francisco, Cockatielia

25 Year Anniversary Celebrants
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XXIX of San Francisco, After Norton, Tom Basch
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XXXVI de San Francisco, Chablis

20 Year Anniversary Celebrants
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XXXIV of San Francisco, After Norton, Jason Ladd
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XLI de San Francisco, Galilea

15 Year Anniversary Celebrants
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XXXIX of San Francisco, After Norton, Frankie Fernandez
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress XLVI de San Francisco, Saybeline Fernandez

10 Year Anniversary Celebrants
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XLIV of San Francisco, After Norton, Salvador Tovar
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress LI de San Francisco, Emma Peel

5 Year Anniversary Celebrants
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor XLIX of San Francisco, After Norton, Mr. David Glamamore
Her Imperial Majesty, Absolute Empress LVI de San Francisco, Juanita MORE!

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