Salesforce Park is worth the visit just for the beautiful views from its rooftop perch right in San Francisco’s Financial District. The sprawling park is also known for its many free events, including regular fitness classes, live music, and more. This weekend, the park is hosting a free, 3-day festival complete with music, beer tasting, […] The post Salesforce Park is hosting a free, 3-day music…
This weekend is packed with free events around San Francisco, including night markets, movie screenings, and free block parties. On Saturday, August 22, two blocks of Chestnut Street will be closed for a new block party. Marina Block Party This Saturday, local nonprofit The Guardsmen is hosting a free block party on Chestnut Street, a […] The post The Marina is closing 2 blocks for a free, 5-hour…
A free block party is coming to Downtown San Francisco this Friday, perfect for after-work drinks to start the weekend. The party will include a screening of the Valkyries’ game, live music, and more. Here’s what to know. Fridays on Front Street August Fridays on Front Street is a free block party in Downtown San […] The post Downtown SF is closing a block for a free, 5-hour block party with live…
This weekend, another edition of the popular free outdoor movie series Sundown Cinema is returning to an SF park. The free movie series is back this Friday, August 21, this time at a scenic waterfront park. Here’s what to know about the free screening. Sundown Cinema August 2026 This month’s edition of Sundown Cinema will […] The post SF’s scenic Marina Green is hosting a free screening of “The…
The Castro Theater reopened this winter, after 2 years of renovations and restoration. Since reopening, the iconic theater has had a packed lineup of concerts, comedy, and film screenings. The venue just announced a particularly exciting (and nostalgic) live concert this fall, featuring the music from the animated sitcom Hey Arnold!. Hey Arnold! Live at the […] The post The Castro Theater is…
San Francisco’s 5.4-acre floating park is about to get a little funkier. Suds Francisco: A Funk & Fermentation Festival descends on Salesforce Park this Sunday, August 23, hosting an afternoon of fermented drinks, pickly food, and funky music. It’s all part of the epic Rooftop Rhythms anniversary weekend from Friday to Sunday. A celebration of […] The post This Sunday: SF’s 5.4-acre floating park…
Just an hour from San Francisco down in Los Gatos, Vasona Lake County Park offers a sprawling lakeside setting with grassy meadows, picnic spots, playgrounds, trails, and even a miniature railroad. The park itself is free to enter on foot, while the Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad, located in neighboring Oak Meadow Park, charges just $5 […] The post 1 hour from San Francisco: This 152-acre lakeside…
The historic Castro Theater reopened this winter after extensive renovations and has since hosted a series of major events, including film screenings, concerts featuring artists like Sam Smith, and more. The theater has a packed lineup of live music, but San Franciscans can also expect select film screenings, including an exciting celebration for the beloved […] The post The Castro Theater is…
Last week, the MLB announced the 2028 All-Star Game will be held in San Francisco at Oracle Park. Now, just a few days later, the WNBA announced that San Francisco is set to host the 2027 All-Star Game. The game is scheduled for Saturday, July 31, 2027, at Chase Center, and will be the first […] The post San Francisco is set to host the 2027 WNBA All-Star Game at Chase Center—here’s what to know…
California’s national parks draw travelers from around the globe, yet one of the state’s most breathtaking destinations remains remarkably uncrowded. Channel Islands National Park welcomed only 227,186 recreational visitors in 2025—a fraction of Yosemite’s 4,278,413. Now there’s another compelling reason to make the trip across the Santa Barbara Channel. The National Park Service has completed […]…
This weekend, one of San Francisco’s popular night markets is returning to Fort Mason Center with its signature blend of artisan vendors, food trucks, and even live music. The monthly night market is the perfect way to start your weekend and is a collaboration between West Coast Craft Off the Grid, Stern Grove, and Fort […] The post A night market with 60 craft vendors, over 25 food trucks, and…
What are they working on? What are the detours? How can I stay updated? See also: Before summer is over: California’s revamped fourth-grade pass gives families 13 months of free, unlimited entry to 54 state parks across the state The post Starting Friday: Caltrans plans a massive 53-hour bridge closure along westbound I-80 between Solano and Contra Costa counties, forcing major Bay Area detours…
This August, the de Young in Golden Gate Park welcomed an internationally touring exhibition dedicated to ancient Egyptian civilization. The exhibit, Treasures of the Pharaohs, features 130 artifacts from ancient Egypt, all on loan from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and the Luxor Museum. The exhibit will be on view at the De Young until […] The post The de Young is hosting an after-hours party…
San Francisco neighborhoods host an array of night markets and block parties, bringing together local vendors, performers, and food vendors for community celebrations. Night markets and block parties are typically well attended in San Francisco, and next week the Castro is hosting its popular monthly night market. Here’s what to know for the August Castro […] The post The Castro is closing two…
Last summer, the beloved arts nonprofit SCRAP announced they were looking for a new home. The organization is known for its expansive art supply store, which is stocked with recycled materials at affordable prices. Along with the store, SCRAP regularly provides community programming like classes and workshops, with the mission to make art accessible. In […] The post Beloved art supply store and…
Cole Valley is located just at the edge of Golden Gate Park, nestled between the Haight-Ashbury and Ashbury Heights. The small but charming neighborhood is known for its popular restaurants and bars like Zazies and Woods. The neighborhood has recently been hosting some lovely free block parties, bringing together local vendors, entertainment, and more. Cole […] The post Cole Valley’s neighborhood…
Some big news arrived for San Francisco baseball fans. Major League Baseball announced that the San Francisco Giants will host the 2028 All-Star Game at Oracle Park. The MLB All-Star Game is a major event, accompanied by a week of festivities and events, including the Major League Draft. “With its passionate fanbase, world-class ballpark, and […] The post The San Francisco Giants will host the…
Is there anything more thoughtful than a personalized gift? No matter what the occasion is, we are always on the hunt for special gifts that are unique and memorable. Right now, Funko is taking customizable gifts to a whole new level with the ability to POP! Yourself and we are obsessed with all the gifting […] The post This customizable gift idea allows you to turn your loved ones into miniature…
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San Francisco has long been known for its quirky legal past, from oddball ordinances to the infamous 1867 “ugly law,” which once barred so-called “unsightly” individuals from appearing in public. Thankfully, the city’s legal system has come a long way since those days, evolving into a far more sophisticated framework designed to uphold fairness and […] The post Forget traditional theatre: this…
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