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SF’s Holiday Block Parties

Twinkling lights, carolers and seasonal sips await you all over the city.
By - posted 12/2/2016 No Comment

Check off your gift list at a slew of shopping strolls and block parties throughout the city and you’ll get to sip on seasonal libations, hear carolers, see twinkling lights and find that unique gift without having to go to a scary mall.

Happy holidays Funcheapers!


Saturday, March 15

SF’s Massive 5,000+ Strong St. Patrick’s Day Saturday Pub Crawl (2025)
SF’s Massive 5,000+ Strong St. Patrick’s Day Saturday Pub Crawl (2025)

Get ready to kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in style because San Francisco’s most anticipated event is back and bigger than ever! For 2025 the three-day event will take place on March 14, March 15 and March 17 at bars in The Marina, ...

19th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party at Irish Bank (2025)
Saturday, March 15 – 1:30 pm - Ends at 11:30 pm | Cost: $15*
*Cash at Door
| The Irish Bank
19th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party at Irish Bank (2025)

Party #1- Saturday, 3/15/2025 The Parade Is Back!!! Join Us On Saturday, March 15Th For Our 19Th Annual St. Patrick’S Parade Day Block Party!!! Doors Open At 11Am And Festivities Begin At 1.30Pm Traditional Irish Music And Celtic Rock Performed By: – The Watch From ...

Sunday, March 16

2025 St. Patrick’s Day Block Party (Oakland)
Sunday, March 16 – 10:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Slainte Pub
2025 St. Patrick's Day Block Party (Oakland)
Join Us for the Sláinte Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party! Get ready for Oakland’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration! 🎉 On Sunday, March 16, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM, Sláinte Irish Pub transforms into a festive haven filled with Irish spirit, great vibes, and endless fun. ✨ What to ...
St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Block Party (Berkeley)
St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Block Party (Berkeley)
Join us for a 2-day St. Patrick’s Day celebration at The Starry Plough Pub on Sunday, March 16th & Monday, March 17th! We’ll have plenty of live Irish music, Irish dancing, food and Irish beer! Sláinte to 52 years of culture & community in Berkeley! Schedule (Subject ...
Green Fest Block Party
Sunday, March 16 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | United Irish Cultural Center
Green Fest Block Party
The United Irish Cultural Center, Java Beach at the Zoo, United Irish Societies, and Cooley Keegan Comhaltas presents Green Fest 2025 —family friendly St. Patrick’s Day celebration and a cherished Sunset tradition! A block of 45th Ave is closed off to traffic in front of ...
Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup (Oakland)
Sunday, March 16 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE w/dog
| Township Commons Park
Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup (Oakland)
We’re excited to announce the very first Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup — a fun and friendly gathering for small dogs of all breeds to socialize, play, and enjoy our beautiful waterfront neighborhood. Sunday, March 16 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Township Commons, Brooklyn Basin ➡️ CLICK ...

Monday, March 17

Downtown SF’s “St. Pats on Front Street” Block Party (2025)
Monday, March 17 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Food and drink for purchase
| Front Street (California to Sacramento)
Downtown SF's "St. Pats on Front Street" Block Party (2025)
The 38th Annual Royal Exchange & Schroeder’s Block Party is now “St. Pat’s on Front St.” in the Front Street Entertainment Zone with an outdoor stage. The Front Street Entertainment Zone will transform into the ultimate Irish party from 2 PM to 10 PM. FREE – RSVP on Eventbrite ...
San Francisco’s Huge St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl (2025)
San Francisco’s Huge St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl (2025)

Get ready to kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in style because San Francisco’s most anticipated event is back and bigger than ever! For 2025 the three-day event will take place on March 14, March 15 and March 17 at bars in The Marina, ...

Free St. Patrick’s Day Festival at SF’s Irish Center (2025)
Monday, March 17 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No Cover, but bring money for food and drinks
| United Irish Cultural Center
Free St. Patrick's Day Festival at SF's Irish Center (2025)
The place to be in San Francisco for St. Patrick’s Day is Irish Center SF at 45th & Wawona St. Monday, March 17, 2025 at the UICC 12:00 pm – LATE The place to be in San Francisco for St. Patrick’s Day is Irish Center SF at 45th & ...
19th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party at Irish Bank (2025)
Monday, March 17 – 1:30 pm - Ends at 11:30 pm | Cost: $15*
*Cash at Door
| The Irish Bank
19th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party at Irish Bank (2025)

Party #1- Saturday, 3/15/2025 The Parade Is Back!!! Join Us On Saturday, March 15Th For Our 19Th Annual St. Patrick’S Parade Day Block Party!!! Doors Open At 11Am And Festivities Begin At 1.30Pm Traditional Irish Music And Celtic Rock Performed By: – The Watch From ...

Saturday, March 22

SF’s Biggest Rooftop “Holi” Festival of Colors (2025)
SF's Biggest Rooftop "Holi" Festival of Colors (2025)
BIH Events brings you San Francisco’s Ultimate Rooftop Holi Music Festival! Join us at San Francisco Bay Area’s largest color Party! This unique event combines the joy of Holi with live music performances by some of the hottest artists around. We promise an unforgettable experience with a ...

Friday, April 4

North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)
Friday, April 4 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach
North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)

On the first Friday of every month, over a dozen North Beach galleries, museums, bars, and restaurants stay open late for a self-guided First Fridays Art Crawl with special events to showcase the ever-growing collections of art and entertainment that diversify North Beach. First Fridays Art Crawl ...Monthly

Sunday, April 6

“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)
Sunday, April 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Market & Noe
"Castro Art Mart" Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)

The Castro Art Mart Features LGBTQ Artists, Live Music, and Drag Performances every 1st Sunday of the month on Noe St and Market St (Next to the Lookout Bar), 11-5pm. Come enjoy this Free, Family & Friendly event hosted by Castro Merchants, while supporting local artists, ...Monthly

Sunday, April 27

Mare Island’s 2025 One-Day Music Festival “Decked Out at The Quarters”
Sunday, April 27 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP recommended
| Officers Row, Walnut Ave, Mare island
Mare Island’s 2025 One-Day Music Festival “Decked Out at The Quarters”
Experience an afternoon of unforgettable live music at the historic Mare Island on Officer’s Row (Walnut Avenue). Decked Out at the Quarters brings together Bay Area’s unique and talented acts for a one-day-only music extravaganza you won’t want to miss. With over 20 bands rocking genres from jazz ...

Sunday, May 4

“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)
Sunday, May 4 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Market & Noe
"Castro Art Mart" Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)

The Castro Art Mart Features LGBTQ Artists, Live Music, and Drag Performances every 1st Sunday of the month on Noe St and Market St (Next to the Lookout Bar), 11-5pm. Come enjoy this Free, Family & Friendly event hosted by Castro Merchants, while supporting local artists, ...Monthly

Saturday, June 7

“Pet- Palooza” Festival 2025: Paws, Leis, and Tropical Days (Alameda)
Saturday, June 7 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Marina Village Veterinary
"Pet- Palooza" Festival 2025: Paws, Leis, and Tropical Days (Alameda)
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of pets, wellness, and community at Marina Village Veterinary’s annual Pet-Palooza! This year’s theme, Paws, Leis, and Tropical Days, promises vibrant tropical vibes, educational opportunities, and fun for the whole family. Pet-Palooza – Paws, Leis, and Tropical Days Saturday, June 7, 2025 | ...