San Francisco Regional Mensa
EVENTS CALENDARSan Francisco Regional Mensa (SFRM) is a chapter of Mensa, the international society for people who score in the top 2% on IQ tests. The goals of the group are to provide and encourage social and intellectual interaction. There are approximately 1400 members in the San Francisco Bay Area  and we regularly schedule 80+ events each month.
Mensa is for those who rejoice in the exercise of the mind. If you enjoy mental challenges and revel in the interplay of ideas, Mensa is an organization that will stretch your mind and expand your horizons.
SFRM Highlights
Two Signed Artworks by Yiying Lu Up for Auction at Brilliance by the Bay
Meet the artist behind Twitter’s Fail Whale and the dumpling and boba tea emojis, and bid on two original signed artworks benefiting the Mensa Foundation. Art, creativity, and generosity come together at San Francisco Regional Mensa’s Brilliance by the Bay, November 20–22, 2026, in Burlingame, California.
Nerf Battles, Game Design, and AI Code-Cracking at This Year’s Regional Gathering
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Gameheads Is Coming to Brilliance by the Bay! Meet the Creators, Play Their Games, and Get Inspired
At Brilliance by the Bay, San Francisco Regional Mensa’s 2026 Regional Gathering, we’re welcoming Gameheads, an Oakland-based nonprofit that empowers young people through video game design, technology education, and career development.
Take the Mensa Test This November and Stay for the Party!
Ever wondered if you might qualify for Mensa? Here’s a great opportunity to find out and experience what Mensa is all about. San Francisco Regional Mensa is hosting a Mensa Admission Test on Saturday, November 21, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM
City of Burlingame and Chamber of Commerce Named Official Host City Sponsors for SFRM Brilliance by the Bay
Get ready for an incredible weekend on November 20-22, 2026! San Francisco Regional Mensa (SFRM) is thrilled to announce that the City of Burlingame and the Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce have officially partnered with us as Host City Sponsors for our 2026 Regional Gathering, Brilliance by the Bay!
Meet Our Mensa Foundation-Sponsored Keynote Speaker Yiying Lu
We’re excited to announce that Yiying Lu, an award-winning artist, designer, and global creative leader, is joining Brilliance by the Bay as our Mensa Foundation-sponsored keynote speaker! Yiying will present “Designing for Belonging: Creativity Connects Us,” exploring how visual language, creativity, and storytelling can connect people across cultures and communities.
SFRM Territory Map
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Visiting Mensans
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Meet the Members
I like going to Mensa events because I never feel like I have to downplay my accomplishments or intelligence.
My role today continues to be responding to questions families have regarding everything from understanding definitions of gifted and twice-exceptionality, finding schools suitable for gifted children, psychologists for testing, and connecting with gifted organizations.
It’s great having such eclectic discussions with others who can not only keep up, but also broaden our horizons.
I love the RG’s. Meeting new people with similar interests, having fun and learning about subjects I would never think to study on my own like “How to Make an Oboe Reed.”