SF’s Free Shuttle Goes Straight to Tunnel Tops & Baker Beach
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SF’s Free Shuttle Goes Straight to Tunnel Tops & Baker Beach
Presidio GO Shuttle connects downtown SF to the Presidio in 30 minutes.
New Nonprofit Grocery Store Coming to SF from Bi-Rite
Brand New, Good News, Groceries / Supermarkets
New Nonprofit Grocery Store Coming to SF from Bi-Rite
Sunnydale Market plans to open in 2027, selling groceries at wholesale prices in SF's Sunnydale neighborhood.
June Street Fairs & Festivals 2026
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Get Out: Events
June Street Fairs & Festivals 2026
Look forward to San Francisco Pride, North Beach Festival, Sunday Streets and more
SF Presidio’s Free Summer Festivals & Outdoor Movies Are Back for 2026
Festival Updates, San Francisco
SF Presidio’s Free Summer Festivals & Outdoor Movies Are Back for 2026
Summer 2026 brings you 11 free outdoor movies, festivals, and live performances in The Presidio
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is Back for 2026
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Get Out: Events, San Francisco, Sponsored
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is Back for 2026
Enjoy 100+ free festivals and concerts in the park from May to November in San Francisco.

Monday, May 18, 2026

9:00 am   Bay Area Golf Classic 2026 (Danville)   $375*
*Golf Outing, price per golfer is 375
11:00 am   America Innovates: Free 3-Day Innovation Expo at Fort Mason (May 16-18)   FREE*
*Free admission and open to the public. Advance registration is encouraged. Event runs daily from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. from May 16–18, 2026 at Fort Mason Center’s Gateway Pavilion in San Francisco.
6:00 pm   SF Arcade Bar “Emporium” 8 Free Game Tokens for “Industry Night” (Every Monday)   FREE*
*8 free game tokens if you are part of the "industry"
6:30 pm   Inner Richmond Board Game Night (SF)   FREE
7:00 pm   “Future Headliners” Free Concert Night at Bottom of the Hill (SF)   FREE*
*No Ticket Required Free Admission
7:00 pm   Free Monday Comedy Night in Downtown SF   FREE*
*Exclusive free tickets with Eventbrite RSVP. Otherwise $20-25 at door. Please note like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum per person
7:00 pm   Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
7:00 pm   “Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)   FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after

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Monday, May 18

Free Monday Comedy Night in Downtown SF
Free Monday Comedy Night in Downtown 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. ...

Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
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

America Innovates: Free 3-Day Innovation Expo at Fort Mason (May 16-18)
America Innovates: Free 3-Day Innovation Expo at Fort Mason (May 16-18)

Step into the future at “America Innovates,” a free, family-friendly, three-day interactive expo coming to San Francisco’s Fort Mason Center from May 16–18, 2026. Co-hosted by Forbes and America250 during National Inventors Month, the immersive public experience will showcase innovations of the past, present and ...

“Future Headliners” Free Concert Night at Bottom of the Hill (SF)
Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No Ticket Required Free Admission
| Bottom of the Hill
"Future Headliners" Free Concert Night at Bottom of the Hill (SF)
Future Headliners (a Bay Area Rock Band extravaganza) lands at Bottom of the Hill on Monday, May 18, spotlighting the next generation of local artists in one of the city’s most beloved venues. Bringing together standout student bands from across the Bay, the lineup features ...
Free Ballet Classes with Kathy Mata
Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Alonzo King Lines Ballet
Free Ballet Classes with Kathy Mata
Come join Kathy for great classes for all levels.  Age starts at 16 years and up.

Tuesday, May 19

Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, May 19 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
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)
Tuesday, May 19 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No admission charge
| Underdogs Cantina
$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’s “Laugh GPT” AI-Powered Comedy Night (The Function)
Tuesday, May 19 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required.
| The Function
FREE: SF's "Laugh GPT" AI-Powered Comedy Night (The Function)

The robot revolution is upon us, and they’ve infiltrated the world of comedy! Join us for “Laugh GPT,” the AI-powered comedy show that might just be humanity’s last stand-up hurrah. As artificial intelligence advances, who knows how long our human comedians will be able to hold ...Every Tuesday

SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Tuesday, May 19 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

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 ...

YouthBeat Film Showcase: Free Entry + Red Carpet (Grand Lake Theater)
Tuesday, May 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Suggested donation - $10
| Grand Lake Theater
YouthBeat Film Showcase: Free Entry + Red Carpet (Grand Lake Theater)
Join us on Tuesday, May 19th for a night of fun, creativity, and community as we celebrate Oakland youth and the power of multi-media storytelling. The YouthBeat Spring Showcase celebrates the creative work of 400+ Oakland public school students we serve throughout the school year. ...
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
Tuesday, May 19 – 8:30 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2
| Solano 2 Drive In
$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, May 20

Free “Dance Outdoors w/ Rhythm & Motion” at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Wednesday, May 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
Free "Dance Outdoors w/ Rhythm & Motion" at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Wed, May 20 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm Crepe Myrtle Garden, Yerba Buena Gardens 3rd St. between Mission and Howard Sts. San Francisco, CA FREE | RSVP Wednesdays at Noon. Free RSVP encouraged, drop-ins are welcome. More dates to be announced. Check back often for updates. Named San Francisco’s favorite dance workout by ...
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, May 20 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No admission charge. Wings are $1 each.
| Underdogs Cantina
$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

“Conversations in Music” w/ Chaka Khan Live (SF)
Wednesday, May 20 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $96*
*Tickets Start at $95 (fees incld.) | Discount Code: ChakaSTP for $20 off per ticket!
| Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts
“Conversations in Music” w/ Chaka Khan Live (SF)
Acoustic Storyteller, Chaka Khan: Conversations in Music Debut. Spend an unforgettable evening with one of the most influential voices in modern music. This unique live event offers a rare, up-close experience with Chaka Khan as she takes the stage for an intimate, in-depth conversation about her ...
FREE “Hook-Up Horror Stories” Tindervention Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)
Wednesday, May 20 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function
FREE "Hook-Up Horror Stories" Tindervention Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)

We’ve all had bad dates. Lets hear SF’s top comedians make you laugh about them! Bad dates make great comedy. 💘 First 50 RSVPs get in FREE – claim yours now (7p + 8:30p shows) Welcome to Tindervention—the stand-up show where SF’s top comedians spill their most outrageous dating ...Every Wednesday

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
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

‘Midweek Melodies’ Free Happy Hour Concert (Golden Gate Park)
Wednesday, May 20 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Spreckels Temple of Music (Golden Gate Park Bandshell)
'Midweek Melodies' Free Happy Hour Concert (Golden Gate Park)

Free live music is back in the park. Illuminate LIVE returns to the Golden Gate Bandshell in Golden Gate Park on Sunday, March 1, 2026, launching its sixth season of free outdoor concerts with more than 125 performances scheduled through mid-November. The long-running series has ...

Bay Bridge’s “Bay Lights” Return: Grand Lighting Celebration
Wednesday, May 20 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 12:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Bay Bridge
Bay Bridge's "Bay Lights" Return: Grand Lighting Celebration
The $11M rebuilt Bay Lights installation returns to the Bay Bridge on March 20, 2026 with a Grand Lighting. Once relit, the 1.8-mile artwork will illuminate nightly from dusk to dawn. Full viewing details are still TBA as of 2/19/26. After nearly three years of darkness, ...
North Beach Noir: Free “Renegade Cinema” Night of SF Films (2026)
Wednesday, May 20 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Bring Friends and Family to Support the Gallery !
| Live Worms Gallery
North Beach Noir: Free "Renegade Cinema" Night of SF Films (2026)

We are a group of cinephiles passionate about sharing films that are deeply connected to North Beach, San Francisco, and the city’s rich filmmaking history. Our focus is on films relevant to North Beach, as well as showcasing works from local San Francisco filmmakers. We host monthly screenings every ...Monthly

Thursday, May 21

Lunchtime Concert w/ Larry & Joe (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Thursday, May 21 – 12:30 pm - Ends at 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens
Lunchtime Concert w/ Larry & Joe (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Thu, May 21 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA The pandemic spawned many unlikely musical connections, but the story of Larry & Joe continues to resonate long after lockdown lifted. Larry Bellorín hails from Monagas, Venezuela and ...
1st Annual Cole Valley Nights “Short Film Fest” (SF)
Thursday, May 21 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | | Cole & Parnassus
1st Annual Cole Valley Nights "Short Film Fest" (SF)
The family-friendly night market returns to Cole Valley for another year of fun, food, shopping, entertainment, and community! Cole Valley Nights is back on May 21st with Cinema in the Valley, featuring local vendors, makers, and our first annual all-ages film festival! Come watch films by ...
“Third Thursdays on Treat” Free Night Market (SF)
Thursday, May 21 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Treat Cut
"Third Thursdays on Treat" Free Night Market (SF)
Join us for the third installment of Third Thursdays on Treat! This month’s night market celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, featuring a live acrobatic performance by LionDanceMe, a live DJ set by Kendo, 10 local vendors, a raffle, a candle making class, drinks, ...
Oakland’s Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)
Thursday, May 21 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Mesa Maguey
Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

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! RSVP for Free Tickets Prepare for an evening of laughter as HellaFunny showcases handpicked talent that normally ...Every Thursday

FREE “Hecklers Welcome” SF’s First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling
Thursday, May 21 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function
FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Welcome to Hecklers Welcome!, San Francisco’s only stand-up show where you get to talk back. This is not your average comedy night—this is a full-blown verbal brawl, where comics come ready to spar and the audience gets a license to heckle. Got jokes? Bring ’em. Got beef? Air ...Every Thursday

NEW! Arcade Karaoke: Kickoff of SF’s Wild Thursday Night Party + $3 Shots (SF)
Thursday, May 21 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. - 21+
| The Function
NEW! Arcade Karaoke: Kickoff of SF's Wild Thursday Night Party + $3 Shots (SF)

Sing, shred & game all night. Live band setup, 1000+ songs, Guitar Hero & more. Happy Hour all night + Crazy Hour $3 shots 🎤 Arcade Karaoke Thursdays – You’ve Never Done Karaoke Like This Before! Thursdays starting May 21 | 9PM until close Karaoke, ...Every Thursday

SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Thursday, May 21 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

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 ...

Cole Valley Nights: 1st Annual “Short Film Fest” (SF)
Thursday, May 21 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
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| Cole & Parnassus
Cole Valley Nights: 1st Annual "Short Film Fest" (SF)
Come check out Cole Valley while sampling popular eateries and enjoying live music, special activities, and local businesses. Experience the vibrant blend of art, culture, and spirit that Cole Valley has to offer. Plus enjoy the Cole Valley Entertainment Zone which allows you to enjoy ...

Friday, May 22

“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...

SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area’s top comedians at San Francisco’s Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase, presented by Funcheap and HellaFunny. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Asian-American culture and heritage with laughs at a secret location – a two-floor comedy club near ...Every Friday

“Golden Gate Comedy Night” SF’s Most Intimate Comedy Club
Friday, May 22 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. 21+
| The Function
"Golden Gate Comedy Night" SF's Most Intimate Comedy Club

See top comics you’d normally see at Punch Line, Cobbs and SF Sketchfest up close at intimate comedy club in the heart of downtown SF. Looking for a real San Francisco comedy experience? Golden Gate Comedy Night is your go-to show – a sharp, fast-moving showcase of the Bay ...