SF's Huge Free Outdoor "Pride Comedy Night" + Cocktail Party Returns to Thrive City for 2026
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SF's Huge Free Outdoor "Pride Comedy Night" + Cocktail Party Returns to Thrive City for 2026
Friday, June 5th Thrive City in front of Chase Center welcomes Akeem Woods (HBO, Comedy Cellar NYC), Sister Roma (The World's Most Photographed Nun) and more for epic free outdoor Pride comedy festival + cocktail party
100+ Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (San Francisco + Bay Area)
Get Out: Events
100+ Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (San Francisco + Bay Area)
A 3-day weekend of fairs, festivals, parades, comedy shows and more fun
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
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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
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June Street Fairs & Festivals 2026
Look forward to San Francisco Pride, North Beach Festival, Sunday Streets and more

Thursday, May 21, 2026

12:00 pm   SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)   FREE
12:30 pm   Lunchtime Concert w/ Larry & Joe (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)   FREE
4:00 pm   1st Annual Cole Valley Nights “Short Film Fest” (SF)   
4:00 pm   Cole Valley Nights: 1st Annual “Short Film Fest” (SF)   FREE*
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4:00 pm   Lunchbreak Music at Union Square Plaza (SF)   FREE
4:00 pm   “SF Live” Free Outdoor Concert Series: Lunchbreak Music   FREE
4:30 pm   Crafternoons: Spring Zines at Union Square Plaza (SF)   FREE
5:00 pm   “Third Thursdays on Treat” Free Night Market (SF)   FREE*
*RVSP for $1 off drinks

Pick Date

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*
*RVSP for $1 off drinks
| 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 ...

Lunchbreak Music at Union Square Plaza (SF)
Thursday, May 21 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Plaza
Lunchbreak Music at Union Square Plaza (SF)

FREE PROGRAMMING NEXT WEEK at Union Square Plaza: Sun 5/17: Artist Showcase with Red Umbrellas 10am – 4pm Sun 5/17: Sunday Fun Day: Pipe Cleaner Daisy Bouquets with @makerstudiokidz 11am – 2pm Sun 5/17: Mahjong & Mixer: Instruction and guided play with local enthusiast @keeler1 ...

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 ...
“SF Live” Free Outdoor Concert Series: Lunchbreak Music
Thursday, May 21 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Plaza
"SF Live" Free Outdoor Concert Series: Lunchbreak Music

FREE PROGRAMMING NEXT WEEK at Union Square Plaza: Sun 5/17: Artist Showcase with Red Umbrellas 10am – 4pm Sun 5/17: Sunday Fun Day: Pipe Cleaner Daisy Bouquets with @makerstudiokidz 11am – 2pm Sun 5/17: Mahjong & Mixer: Instruction and guided play with local enthusiast @keeler1 ...

Crafternoons: Spring Zines at Union Square Plaza (SF)
Thursday, May 21 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Plaza
Crafternoons: Spring Zines at Union Square Plaza (SF)

FREE PROGRAMMING NEXT WEEK at Union Square Plaza: Sun 5/17: Artist Showcase with Red Umbrellas 10am – 4pm Sun 5/17: Sunday Fun Day: Pipe Cleaner Daisy Bouquets with @makerstudiokidz 11am – 2pm Sun 5/17: Mahjong & Mixer: Instruction and guided play with local enthusiast @keeler1 ...

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 ...

“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 ...

“Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)
Friday, May 22 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| The Function
"Rush Hour Comedy Night" w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)

Welcome to ‘Rush Hour Comedy Night’ where laughter knows no bounds and cultural collisions are the name of the game. Join our dynamic duo of black and Asian comedians as they embark on a whirlwind adventure through the streets of humor, weaving together their diverse backgrounds and ...Every Friday

FREE: AAPI Comedy Month “Crazy Funny Asians” Fridays (May 2026)
Friday, May 22 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP 21+
| The Function
FREE: AAPI Comedy Month "Crazy Funny Asians" Fridays (May 2026)

Crazy Funny Fridays – AAPI Comedy Showcase (May 2026) in May | Live at The Function – 7p + 9p Shows Get Tickets – FREE with RSVP (21+) Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a special edition of our hit weekly comedy show. “Crazy ...Every Friday

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

SF Comedy Artist Chris Redd Live at Cobb’s Comedy Club (May 22–23)
Friday, May 22 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 11:45 pm | Cost: $34.75*
*Starts at $34.75 General Admission – 18+ 2 drink min valid ID
| Cobb's Comedy Club
SF Comedy Artist Chris Redd Live at Cobb's Comedy Club (May 22–23)

Chris Redd is a multifaceted talent whose work spans stand-up comedy, film, television and music. Redd was a repertory player on NBC’s Saturday Night Live for 5 seasons, and he is the co-creator, writer, and star of Peacock’s scripted comedy series, Bust Down. He hosts ...

“The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)
Friday, May 22 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
| Moe Greens
"The Stoner Comedy Jam" Friday Nights (SF)

You know what makes stand-up comedy funnier? Smoking while watching it live! Come to San Francisco’s premiere cannabis club Moe Greens every Friday night for a night of laughter and, well, getting stoned. HellaFunny is taking over the cannabis lounge at Moe Greens for the ...Every Friday

$5 Off: “Your Fucked Up Relationship” Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)
Friday, May 22 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 10:15 pm | Cost: $16.37*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $21.49) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
| Endgames Improv Theater & Bar (SF)
$5 Off: "Your Fucked Up Relationship" Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)

Since 2011, San Francisco’s hottest improv show remains “Your Fucked Up Relationship.” — Improvised scenes inspired by your ridiculous, fucked up relationships. Everyone has had at least one. You tell us your story, we show you ours. You laugh, we laugh, and we all hook ...

SF Neo-Futurists “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)
SF Neo-Futurists “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)

See the show the SF Chronicle calls one of 22 San Francisco things everyone must do! 50 weekends a year, the critically-acclaimed San Francisco Neo-Futurists present The Infinite Wrench, an attempt to perform 30 bite-sized plays in a frantic race against the clock, in an ...

$5 Off: “The Ritual” Comedy Show in The Mission (SF)
Friday, May 22 – 10:15 pm - Ends at 11:15 pm | Cost: $12.16*
*FUNCHEAP discount code for $5 off
| Endgames Improv Theater & Bar (SF)
$5 Off: “The Ritual” Comedy Show in The Mission (SF)

Once a week, in the late hours of what used to be “not considered late,” a group of degenerates and misfits gather to perform a seance unlike anything seen before. So comically evil that you may get sick to your stomach. The Ritual will be ...Every Friday

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 Friday

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)
SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

It’s time to learn more about your city and get out and walk. San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours just about every day. All tours are free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Memorial Day Weekend Walking Tours 2025 | ...

“Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)
"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

While many restaurants are struggling, San Francisco Mexican restaurant TATO wants to give back. They’re bringing back their “Taco Love” special which features a two taco plate with sides, and pay-what-you-can pricing. Pay-What-You-Can Taco Day Tato 4608 3rd St. (@ McKinnon) San Francisco (Bayview) Every ...Every Friday

Chess Lessons and Social at Union Square Plaza (SF)
Friday, May 22 – 11:30 am - Ends at 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Plaza
Chess Lessons and Social at Union Square Plaza (SF)

FREE PROGRAMMING NEXT WEEK at Union Square Plaza: Sun 5/17: Artist Showcase with Red Umbrellas 10am – 4pm Sun 5/17: Sunday Fun Day: Pipe Cleaner Daisy Bouquets with @makerstudiokidz 11am – 2pm Sun 5/17: Mahjong & Mixer: Instruction and guided play with local enthusiast @keeler1 ...

FoodieLand Night Market 2026 at the Cow Palace (May 22-24)
Friday, May 22 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $12*
*$12; Kids 5 & under are free
| Cow Palace
FoodieLand Night Market 2026 at the Cow Palace (May 22-24)

Inspired by Asia’s open-air night markets, FoodieLand is a family-friendly outdoor food festival featuring a carefully curated multicultural marketplace featuring 175 vendors representing foods and flavors from across the globe. Plus there’s an array of entertainment; attendees can try their hand at activities like carnival ...

GG Park’s Free Happy Hour Concert in the Park
Friday, May 22 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Spreckels Temple of Music (Golden Gate Park Bandshell)
GG Park's Free Happy Hour Concert in the 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 ...

$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)
Friday, May 22 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
| Monroe
$1 Drink Fridays: "Battle of the Decades" DJ Party (North Beach)

Fridays are now a little bit more awesome. Did someone say $1 drinks? Monroe in North Beach hosts “Battle of the Decades” DJ party and happy hour every Friday with a DJ spinning progressive tunes. Every hour is a different decade – with drink prices ...Every Friday

Union Square Dance: Bollywood (SF)
Friday, May 22 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Plaza
Union Square Dance: Bollywood (SF)

FREE PROGRAMMING NEXT WEEK at Union Square Plaza: Sun 5/17: Artist Showcase with Red Umbrellas 10am – 4pm Sun 5/17: Sunday Fun Day: Pipe Cleaner Daisy Bouquets with @makerstudiokidz 11am – 2pm Sun 5/17: Mahjong & Mixer: Instruction and guided play with local enthusiast @keeler1 ...

“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)
Friday, May 22 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
| Fort Mason Center
"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Fort Mason Night Market returns for 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors & live music on the waterfront. San Francisco’s popular waterfront night market is back for 2026. The Fort Mason Night Market returns monthly from April through December, bringing together local food vendors, craft ...