Monday, September 7
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Get ready for TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood—a celebration of Oakland comedy and culture with a series of pop-up live shows across the Bay by HellaFunny. This HellaFunny comedy night takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night ...Every Monday
SF’s FREE Labor Day Monday Comedy Festival (2026)
Discover SF’s newest comedy club as HellaFunny brings you some of SF’s top local comics over Labor Day Weekend with credits like Cobbs, Punchline, SF Sketchfest, Comedy Central Clusterfest, Outside Lands and more. SF’s Labor Day Weekend Comedy Fest 2026 Friday to Monday – 2 shows nightly ...
FREE Oakland Labor Day Weekend Comedy Festival (Sept. 6-7)
Diversity takes center stage at HellaFunny’s brand new “People of Color” Comedy Night in Oakland Welcome to Oakland’s newest comedy night, spotlighting the vibrant humor of People of Color! FREE with RSVP Prepare for an evening of laughter as HellaFunny showcases handpicked talent that normally performs ...
Free SF Comedy Show “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Monday)
Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a chic, upscale comedy club boasting avant-garde decor, an upstairs lounge and a roster of top-notch comedians. ...
Labor Day Bonfire Night at SF’s Ocean Beach (2026)
For the first time in four months, it’s finally legal again to have a bonfire at Ocean Beach. During the “No Burn” Season (which runs from November 1 to the end of February), bonfires are not allowed, but starting March 1, 2026, bonfires are back ...
Giro di San Francisco: 50th Anniversary Bike Race (Levi’s Plaza)
The Giro di San Francisco celebrates its 50th year with an all-day criterium on a fast, technical course through the city’s historic waterfront. The event features amateur and elite bike races, including the 2026 NCNCA Criterium District Championship, with free spectator access. Enjoy food trucks ...
Watch the 50th il Giro di San Francisco Bike Race
The Giro di San Francisco is a classic one-day criterium race held every Labor Day in the heart of San Francisco. For its 50th year celebration, the event brings together amateur and elite cyclists for high-speed racing on a fast, technical course through the city’s ...
Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
The Japanese Tea Garden provides visitors from around the world with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, tranquility, and harmony of a Japanese-style garden in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Originally created as a “Japanese Village” exhibit for the 1894 California ...Every Monday
2026 “Kings Mountain Art Fair” in the Redwoods (Sept. 5-7)
Monday, September 7 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Kings Mountain Fire Station
Set beneath the ancient coastal redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains, the 63rd annual Kings Mountain Art Fair returns Labor Day weekend, September 5th through September 7th, 2026. This year’s juried fair welcomes 23 first-time exhibitors among its 125+ participating artists, continuing a decades-long tradition ...
$5 Dollar Day at The Lawrence Hall of Science: Labor Day
Looking for something to do with the kids out of school on Labor Day? Join us for the ultimate day of discovery for less! On Monday, September 7, dive in and explore The Lawrence for a special discounted admission of just $5! A free shuttle runs ...
Labor Day 2026: Oakland’s “Abbots Bromley” Horn Dance + Picnic (Joaquin Miller Park)
Bring a picnic and join us for a centuries-old horn dance in a mystical forest glade. Enjoy a beautiful setting in Joaquin Miller Park as you join the magical Abbots Bromley Horn Dance. Help us continue this centuries old tradition, still danced every year on ...
Golden Gate Park Band’s Free Labor Day Symphony in the Park
The Golden Gate Park Band presents its 144th season in Golden Gate Park’s music concourse. That’s right, this 30-piece symphony has been playing free concerts in Golden Gate Park since 1882. For 2026, the Golden Gate Park Band performs free weekly concerts most Sundays at 1 pm. ...Every Sunday
Yerba Buena Illuminated: Free 95-Ft Art Projection on Market Street
Monday, September 7 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Humboldt Bank Building
San Francisco has officially turned a downtown building into a giant art projector. Yerba Buena Illuminated launched Tuesday, August 25, 2026 projecting giant digital artworks onto the historic Humboldt Bank Building at 785 Market St., at the top of Yerba Buena Lane. The massive projection ...
Tuesday, September 8
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Get ready for the return of HellaFunny comedy night to Temescal with a series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. This HellaFunny comedy show takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night spot with lots ...Every Tuesday
$1 Margaritas & “Disco Taco Tuesday” at Underdogs (SoMa)
Join us for a Disco Taco Tuesday at Underdogs Cantina with $1 MARGARITAS from 7:30pm – 8pm! $1 Margs & Disco Taco Tuesday at 7:30pm Underdogs Cantina, 128 King St. (Across from ballpark), SF FREE (No Cover) $1 MARGARITAS from 7:30pm – 8:00pm ...Every Tuesday
Free SF “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Tuesday)
Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a chic, upscale comedy club boasting avant-garde decor, an upstairs lounge and a roster of top-notch comedians. ...
San Francisco Botanical Garden’s Free Day (2nd Tuesdays)
The San Francisco Botanical Garden is one of the most diverse gardens in the world. A unique urban oasis, the garden is a living museum within Golden Gate Park, offering 55 acres of both landscaped gardens and open spaces, and showcasing over 9,000 different kinds ...Monthly
SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Tuesday, September 8 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
San Francisco’s free lunchtime concert series is back. The Civic Center Soundtrack returns for its third season starting Tuesday, April 14, 2026, bringing live music to Fulton Plaza twice a week through October. Concerts take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 pm to 3 pm ...
Annual 9/11 Truth Film Festival at Grand Lake Theatre (Oakland)
Honoring those seeking peace, justice, liberty, and the truth of the events of September 11, 2001 for the past 25 years. Northern California 9/11 Truth Alliance invites you to their 22nd Annual 9/11 Truth Film Festival with films and speakers.
Seeking to cast light on the ...
History of Chileans in SF: Gold Rush, Poetry + Wine Tasting (Museum of SF)
About the Event
While other states slowly assimilated waves of immigrants in the 1800s, the Gold Rush produced a “Big Bang” of immigration from all over the world. A group of Chileans who embarked from Valparaiso were some of the first to arrive in San Francisco ...
Scott Ostler: The Sportswriting Life
Reflect on 50 years of the biggest personalities, rivalries, triumphs & transformations in California sports with the legendary sportswriter
Join KALW for an evening celebrating the career of Bay Area sportswriting legend Scott Ostler, following his remarkable 34-year run at the San Francisco Chronicle.
Come spend an ...
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old-fashioned drive-in movie fun. West Wind Drive In Locations Solano Drive-In – 1611 Solano Way, Concord Capitol Drive-In – 3630 Hillcap ...Every Tuesday
Wednesday, September 9
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Join us for Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina with $1 Wings from 4:30pm – Close! $1 Wing Wednesdays | 4:30pm to Close Underdogs Cantina, 128 King St. (Across from ballpark), SF FREE (No Cover) $1 WINGS from 4:30pm – Close Happy Hour from ...Every Wednesday
FREE Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) at The Function (SF)
Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a chic, upscale comedy club boasting avant-garde decor, an upstairs lounge and a roster of top-notch comedians. ...
Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
The Japanese Tea Garden provides visitors from around the world with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, tranquility, and harmony of a Japanese-style garden in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Originally created as a “Japanese Village” exhibit for the 1894 California ...Every Wednesday
SF’s Free 12th Annual Chinatown Night Out
Wednesday, September 9 4:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Playground Basketball Court
The 12th Annual Chinatown Night Out returns on Wednesday, September 9, from 4–7 pm at a new location: Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Playground Basketball Court at 830 Sacramento Street.
This free, family-friendly community celebration brings Chinatown residents together with local SFPD officers, government agencies, and community ...
111 Minna Rising Tides Closing Party X Sketch Wednesday Fundraiser
Wednesday, September 9 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 111 Minna Gallery
111 Minna Gallery Friends & Family!
Please join us for the Rising Tides Closing Party X Sketch Wednesday Fundraiser and Costume Party!
San Francisco One Last Wave!
After an incredible five-month run, we’re sending Rising Tides out with a splash. Join PangeaSeed and friends at 111 Minna Gallery on ...
Presentation: Mapping Genocide with SF’s American Indian Cultural District
Learn about The Mapping Genocide Project and its mission to highlight how San Francisco street names and public art celebrate individuals who have contributed to the genocide of American Indian people.
After an introduction and film, attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with Monuments ...
Storied: SF Season 9 + Intersections SF Launch Party (Madrone Art Bar)
Wednesday, September 9 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Madrone Art Bar
Come share a toast to an all-new season of Best of the Bay winner Storied: San Francisco as they also unveil a new show they’re partnering with: Intersections SF.
We’ll have a raffle, music sets by Kitten on the Keys and Alex Ramirez, merch, swag, and ...
Thursday, September 10
Flower Piano 2026: Special Opening Night Celebration and Concert (Sept. 10)
One of the most unique interactive music festivals in the Bay Area is back! Flower Piano returns for its 11th year with 11 days of music, 12 pianos, and 130 performances in the Botanical Garden, plus plenty of open play opportunities, family-friendly activities, and more ...