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Located near the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco’s Presidio is one of the oldest places in the city. From its earliest days, it was inhabited by Native Americans long before it was under the control of Spain and Mexico. Before it came under the auspices of the Park Service in 1994, the Presidio’s primary function was as a military installation for well over two hundred years. It is rich with…
Guests of Orchard Garden Hotel are often surprised to learn that some of the most beautiful places in the city can be found right under their feet. San Francisco is home to an array of beautifully tiled steps created by various artists and community organizations. As the perfect way to enjoy a fresh bay breeze and recreate safely outside, take a walk to one of these colorful stairways and see the…
Our Hotels have temporarily suspended business through April 7, 2020 pursuant to the City of San Francisco's March 16, 2020 County-wide "Shelter in Place" Order and the U.S. National Emergency Declaration. Through this temporary measure, we are doing our part. Everyone at our Hotels, guests and staff, have remained in good health, with no cases reported, and by observing the "Shelter in Place"…
March ushers in spring, along with a myriad of entertaining events and activities, and here are a few of our favorites. First, don’t miss the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, and the St. Patrick’s Day Festival at the Civic Center immediately following the parade. Next, head over to the SoMa StrEat Food Park on March 21-22 for The Great San Francisco Corn Dog Festival. These dogs are not your…
Film fanatics rejoice — the eagerly anticipated return of the San Francisco Indie Fest has arrived, and it will be ongoing through February 13. This best of the indie fests event will include nearly 80 original works, all screened at one of three locations: the Brava Theater, the Roxie Theater, and Alamo Drafthouse in SF. The fest will include their usual epic opening night party, a Men in Tights…
Join thousands of supporters, spectators, and marine life aficionados at Pier 39 from January 17−20 to welcome the sea lions back to San Francisco. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the return of these fascinating creatures that have made the pier their favorite “barking place.” Since the initial arrival of a few sea lions in 1989, a generous supply of food and a sheltered environment…
Fabulous theatrical and dance performances are cherished holiday traditions here in the city, and we are suggesting the four shows below to make your holidays merry and bright. Smuin Ballet: Christmas Dance Show Featuring a delightful combination of tap, swing, and ballet, this will be performed through December 29 at a variety of venues around the city. A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live! Join us at…
Time to break out the mittens and hats and lace-up those skates! Every year, San Francisco hosts a variety of holiday ice rinks, and all are ideal venues for glorious holiday skate time. Here are four of our favorites. The Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center Opening November 6, this annual ice rink is the perfect location for holiday fun. Apres skate, head over to one of the center’s many…
What do you get when you combine a benefit for a homeless outreach program with a celebration of the city’s waterfront district? The answer is Wharf Fest 2019! Don’t miss this fabulous event – come out and join thousands of attendees at Fisherman’s Wharf Pier 43 ½ on October 19. Benefitting WharfCares, Wharf Fest offers all the fun of a free autumn street fair. Loads of beer and wine will be…
September brings the end of summer, but autumn awaits just around the corner. With this in mind, here are our suggestions for this month’s seasonal festivals. First, tune-up with everyone’s favorite brunch libation at the Bloody Mary Festival on September 14. Just head over to the SOMArts Cultural Center to sample some of the craftiest and most innovative versions of the cocktail and check out the…
Join us at The Midway on August 24 for an amazing day of fantastic food, wonderful wine, and the most spirited spirits. The 2019 edition of Eat Drink SF, San Francisco’s amazing annual food, wine, and drink event, promises to be one epic party in a celebration of the Bay Area’s finest restaurants and chefs. Indulge yourself in bites of culinary brilliance, along with endless wine and cocktails,…
From Mozart to Rossini, from Akiyama’s Japanese Songs to Dvorak’s Slavonic Dances, from Gilbert and Sullivan to Djawadi and Handel, the Golden Gate Park Band Concerts always provide the ultimate in musical diversity. These performances offer something for every music lover’s taste, and costumed guest performers, singers, dancers, and speakers accompany concerts that feature the music of specific…
San Francisco always offers its guests and visitors an amazing array of activities and events, and this month is no exception. With this in mind, here are two of our favorites. First, get ready to groove to some amazing jazzy jams at the 37th Annual San Francisco Jazz Festival from June 11-23. You’ll experience fabulous performances by such musical luminaries as Felix Peikli and his tribute to…
Join us on May 25-26 for the 41st Annual Carnaval San Francisco. A glorious two-day celebration of Latin American and Caribbean culture, history, and arts, Carnaval is always one epic party. 2019’s theme is “La Cultura Cura” which translates as “Culture Heals,” in an effort to raise awareness for healing support systems built through music, dance, art, and dialogue. From the eight-city-blocks-long…
Calling all cineastes – don’t miss the 2019 edition of the San Francisco International Film Festival. Head over to the fabulous Castro Theatre on April 10–23 for star-studded screenings of peerless, cutting-edge films, along with visits and Q&A’s with producers, directors, stars, crew, and more. The festival begins on April 10 with a screening of the new Netflix follow-up series of Armistead…
This month, welcome spring on March 20-24 with a visit to the 34th Annual San Francisco Garden Show. Come to the Cow Palace for one of the top shows in the country and in the world, featuring exquisite designer gardens, along with a variety of blooming flora, plants, and trees. Take advantage of demonstrations by premiere floral designers and learn to create your own distinctive garden with the…
This month, make wine a priority, with two special events to indulge both you and your valentine. First, make your plans now to attend the 18th Annual San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Public Tasting at the Festival Pavilion at Fort Mason Center on February 16. This is the largest competition of Northern American wines, and you can sample from over 7,000 entries with an assortment of fine…
Calling all cineastes - this month, San Francisco is proud to play host for two of the country’s most popular film festivals: Noir City at the Castro Theater on January 25 – February 3, and the 21st San Francisco Independent Film Festival, a.k.a. SF IndieFest, screened at various venues throughout the city, on January 30 - February 14. These film festivals are always a favorite event here in San…