Events for May 4, 2018
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Build-A-Bear Workshop: Furry Friend Giveaway | Pier 39
Build-A-Bear Workshop is celebrating the opening of its new family-fun destination at PIER 39 by offering one free Lil’ Brownie Cub teddy bear to the first 39 Guests present at the new store on 5/4.
Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Bearemy, the Build-A-Bear ...
| 10:00 am | First Friday Free Coworking | Impact Hub Oakland | FREE* *Free, but there is a $5 suggested donation for the optional potluck lunch.
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| 11:00 am | Timbuk2 First Fridays Free Factory Tour | San Francisco | FREE* *Free tours take place on the First Friday of the month, and tickets are required. Tours are limited to 20 people.
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“Bake Cheese Tart” Grand Opening: Free Gift Cards & Tote Bags | SF
Join Japan’s “Bake Cheese Tart” on Friday, May 4 at noon and Saturday, May 5 at 10 am to celebrate Bake’s very first store in the USA.
The brand new store is located in the Westfield SF Centre on the concourse level (LL1) near the food ...
Rotunda Dance Series: “Lines” Performance Workshop | SF
Feature performances created by four of LINES’ nationally-renowned faculty, in collaboration with Dance Center students from LINES’ Performance Workshop program. These four pieces culminate an 8-week process of creativity, artistry and collaboration between professional teaching artists and non-professional dancers. Presenting work by Byb Bibene (African ...
2018 Hillside Festival: Wildlife Bingo, Nature Hikes & History | First Day
El Cerrito Trail Trekkers is holding the 6th Annual Hillside Festival. The festival will take place over three days this year. Friday to Sunday with individual hikes and other activities through the Hillside Natural Area. Free, as always, and very family friendly. “Trekkers will focus on fire ...
“May the Fourth Be With You”: Star Wars Food & Giveaways | SF
Its the one time of year where everyone gets to celebrate the greatest movie franchise of all time.
Join in this May the 4th as we pay homage to the mighty Star Wars franchise. Are you part of the rebellion? Do you lean towards the dark ...
| 3:00 pm | Free Sightglass Coffee Cupping | SoMa | FREE* *Free, but space is limited so an RSVP is requested.
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Win Tix: VIP Entrance “Cuatro de Mayo” Alley Party | Taverna Aventine
Alley Party Excitement, Tequila & Mezcal, Tacos, and Live Music from DJ Zhaldee… Taverna Aventine will have loads of tequila and mezcal lubricated adult fun as they shut down their alley once again in celebration of Cinco de Mayo… this year a day early.
RSVP for ...
“Off the Grid” Star Wars Party, Cantina & Stormtroopers | Fort Mason
May the Fourth Be With You.
On May 4th, Off the Grid Fort Mason hosts a very special Star Wars-themed food truck party featuring a stormtrooper takeover from The 501st Golden Gate Garrison as well as a special appearance from The Cantina Party Band. Come hungry; there will ...
Cinco de Mayo Celebration w/ Mariachi, & Margaritas | The Mexican Museum
Did you know that on May 5th of 1862, the Mexican Army defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla? This unlikely defeat became a symbol of hope and resistance. Although not a major holiday in Mexico, it gained popularity in the United States during ...
“Oakland First Fridays” Block Party
Oakland First Fridays is an immersive art and community experience on the first Friday of each month from 5-9:30pm for five huge blocks on Telegraph Avenue between 27th Street & 22nd Street. Photography from @skyhighoakland via Oakland First Fridays Oakland’s KONO district (Koreatown/Northgate) springs to life ...Monthly
| 5:00 pm | Friday Nights at OMCA: Night Market & Off the Grid | Oakland | $7.50* *Half-price gallery admission for adults; ages 18 and under are free. Admission for members is always free.
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Oakland Art Murmur | First Fridays Art Walk
Over 30 Oakland Art Murmur affiliate venues have coordinated openings on the first Friday of every month. Oakland Art Murmur presents a free monthly evening art walk, known as the ‘Art Murmur.” Every first Friday of the month, affiliate venues are open to the public from 6-9 ...Monthly
| 6:00 pm | First Fridays at Copia: An After Hours Reception | Napa | FREE* *Admission to the event is free, with food and beverages available for purchase.
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$5 1st Friday: National Space Day & Star Wars Day | Chabot Space & Science Center
In celebration of National Space Day join and celebrate the past, present and future of space exploration. Experts in space sciences will be on hand to answer your questions and showcase how the next generation can prepare for space-related careers. Family fun hands-on activities will guide you ...Monthly
| 6:00 pm | First Friday Follies Burlesque | Oakland | FREE* *Free, but donations for the artists are awesome.
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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
“Batch Made Market” Artisan Food | SF
UPDATE: Due to COVID this event is postponed until further notice. This is your monthly chance to come see and taste what’s cooking at Forage Kitchen. Your favorite chefs are in the kitchen, and you can walk through and taste their favorite new recipes. Plus ...Monthly
“Playa to Paseo” New Burning Man Art Unveiling | San Jose
Celebrate the Newest Artworks in the “Playa to Paseo” Partnership
The City of San Jose Office of Cultural Affairs and Burning Man Project invite you to celebrate the newest artworks in the “Playa to Paseo” partnership, “Tara Mechani” by Dana Albany and “Ursa Mater” by Mr. ...
Cher: The Farewell Screening Drag Show | Oakland
Reflecting Jared Gruendl’s amazing 25+ years as the ultimate Diva, Living Proof: The Farewell Tour presents Jared at the peak of their sparkling, glittering, show-stopping powers.
Filmed before an ecstatic crowd, the performance originally aired as an NBC special.
It touches every level of Jared’s incredible career—each ...
| 7:00 pm | Kerium: Book Release Performances | Oakland | FREE |
| 7:00 pm | South First Fridays Art Walk | San Jose | FREE |
| 7:00 pm | Bayview First Fridays: Entertainment, Karaoke & Food Truck | Seven Stills | FREE* *Free, but bring cash for food and drinks
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Star Wars Trivia & Comedy Night | Haight Street
Celebrate International Star Wars day by joining the Star Wars Theme trivia night at Milk Bar. Along with dozens of challenging questions, laugh it up with hilarious stand up comedy in between each round.
Star Wars Trivia & Comedy Night
Friday, May 4, 2018 | 7:30 pm to ...
“Ube Trade” Filipino Ice Cream & Sweets Art Party | San Jose
Join O.M. France Viana for a night of social artistry and decadent desserts at the Ube Trade. Exchange a food memory for Filipino ube/purple yam ice cream and sweets. For this interactive project, Viana invites the audience to share their food memories in exchange for ...
San Francisco Bike Party: May the 4th Bike With You | First Fridays
Grab your speeder bike, podracer, or starship and join us for Bike Party! Meet up at 7:30pm, roll out at 8pm. We will be selling off our 2016 t-shirts at the deep discount of $5 each and donating all funds to a TBA charity. Buy shirts ...Monthly
Every Friday
Free Bad-Ass Morning Workout: Conquer SF’s Hills | Every Friday
Every Friday morning at 6:30 am, gather at a different San Francisco hill for a free badass workout and a chance to meet fellow fitness enthusiasts in your city.
The hills change each week (it might be Alamo Square, Moraga Steps, Twin Peaks, Lombard…), but expect ...
CANCELLED: Friday Farmers Market & Bazaar | UN Plaza
UPDATE: Due to Coronavirus concerns, this event has been cancelled temporarily.
Every Friday from 7am to 4pm, UN Plaza will feature the best of San Francisco. Grab fresh fruits and veggies, buy gifts from local vendors, and grab lunch at delicious food stalls representing cuisine from ...
Free “Oysters on the Half Shell” Fridays | El Rio
El Rio, a neighborhood dive in the deep Mission, gives away free Oysters on the half shell from local folks in Tomales Bay, every Friday at 5:30 pm. Arrive on time, they go fast.
And get your drink on with happy hour on Friday from 5-8 pm ...
Big Mood Comedy: Free Stand-Up Comedy Show | Oakland
Big Mood Comedy is an intimate standup comedy show featuring the best local and touring comics every Friday upstairs at Oakland’s very own Legionnaire Saloon.
Hosted by Hayley Beacon, Jordan Thewlis, and Jeff Dean. Free cookies.
Please note that from February 7th, the shows happens every Friday ...
“HellaFunny Fridays” Stand-Up Comedy Showcase | SoMa
San Francisco has one of the best underground comedy scenes in America. Come check out some of the Bay’s best rising comics at HellaFunny’s weekly stand-up comedy show “HellaFunny Fridays.”
HellaFunny Fridays
Every Friday at 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Trademark and Copyright, 1123 Folsom Stree (and 7th St.), SF
FREE ...
Free Burlesque: Hunny Bunny & Her Hot Toddies | Skylark Bar
Join Hunny Bunny and Her Hot Toddies for Mischief at the Skylark Bar every Friday at 8 pm.
Free Burlesque: Hunny Bunny & Her Hot Toddies Every Friday | 8 pm Skylark Bar, 3089 16th St, SF, CA FREE
Enjoy drinks, dancing, DJs and more at this free ...
Pamtastic’s Comedy Clubhouse | Mutiny Radio
Pamtastic’s Comedy Clubhouse on Mutiny Radio is a free comedy show every Friday from 8-11 pm at Mutiny Radio on the corner of 21st and Florida in the deep Mission District.
Pamtastic’s Comedy Clubhouse
Every Friday | 8-10 pm
Mutiny Radio, 2781 21st Street, SF, CA
$10
Over 25 of San ...
“Best of SF” Stand-Up Comedy Night | SF
Check out a fresh line-up of SF’s comics every Friday at 8 pm at the beautiful Variety Preview Theater in downtown SF’s iconic Hobart Building.
Funcheap Deal: Get tickets for $5 with promo code FUNCHEAP. Otherwise, tickets are $15.
Located in the iconic Hobart Building, right next ...
Jazz at The Atlas Cafe | SF
Jazz at The Atlas is a weekly jazz residency with five rotating jazz bands. Music is always free, though tipping is encouraged.
Closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
Updated 1/20/2020 – Event info last checked via website.
“The Setup” Underground Comedy Show | SF
The Setup is an underground stand-up comedy show in the heart of San Francisco. This venue used to be the green room for the legendary Blackhawk jazz venue where Miles Davis used to play. Now, it’s a comedy show that features established comedians from around the ...
Friday Night Outdoor Roller Skate DJ Party: “Midnight Rollers” | SF
Strap on your skates and roller disco around the city at the Midnight Rollers Friday Night Skate party.
This weekly skate (as long as it’s not raining or during Burning Man) hits up San Francisco’s main attractions, all while blasting their own beats from two jogging strollers ...
SF Beer Olympics: Beer Pong, Flip Cup & $2 Beers | North Beach
Meet and compete against locals, travelers, couch surfers, au pairs, and hostelers. Games are free to play (including flip cup, beer pong and relays) and many weeks they have themed events for holidays, or just because.
Get 6 drink coupons for $1 each. Use coupons before ...
“Comedy Soup”: Music, Comedy, Free Wine & Popcorn | Oakland
Comedy Soup is Oakland’s very own little Stand-Up house show that features top local and touring comics, complimentary Wine and popcorn and musical guests from a variety of styles.
Past guests have appeared on Comedy Central, Netflix, Viceland, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Conan, Colbert & Corden.
In November ...
“The Function” SF’s Newest Hip-Hop Dance Party | Milk Bar
Come party at Milk Bar located in the heart of the Haight for a early 2000s hip-hop and R&B club bangers.
DJ Beats Me plays everything from Missy Elliot, Aaliyah, Lil Jon, Mac Dre, Black Eyed Peas, Outkast, Notorious B.I.G., Rihanna, SOB X RBE, Usher, Robin ...
F!#&ing Free Fridays: Improv Comedy | SF
EndGames Improv is bringing something new to the genre, what could turn out to be a very hot affair (in that release of tension, funny kind of way) with “Your F!#&ed Up Relationship.”
“YFUR” is an entirely improvised comedy show inspired by stories of your own ...
