Oasis nightclub, co-founded by D'Arcy Drollinger and the late Heklina in 2015, is set to close after New Year's due to financial difficulties. Rising operational costs, decreased attendance, and sales losses are cited as primary reasons for this decision. An armed robbery in July 2024 led to increased security and insurance costs, further straining the club’s finances. Although the nightclub will close, its production arm Oasis Arts will continue to promote queer creativity in other venues throughout San Francisco and beyond. The closure reflects broader issues facing nightlife businesses in the city post-pandemic.
Oasis, a beloved nightclub in San Francisco, is closing after New Year's due to rising operational costs, decreasing attendance, and financial losses that have made it unsustainable.
The club faced increased expenses for security and insurance following an armed robbery, which compounded its financial troubles and contributed to its decision to close.
Despite the closure of Oasis, D'Arcy Drollinger emphasizes that the spirit of Oasis will continue through Oasis Arts, which aims to foster queer creativity across various venues.
Many nightlife businesses are experiencing challenges in retaining customers post-pandemic, with reports indicating an aging clientele and a shift in the social habits of younger generations.
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