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Wednesday, August 29

Free Cardio Dance on SF’s Newest Rooftop Park | SF
Wednesday, August 29 – 7:30 am - Ends at 8:30 am | Cost: FREE | Salesforce Park

This free lively series rotates between Zumba®, hip-hop, salsa and more are all in the cardio dance rotation every Wednesday, July 3 to October 30, 2019 from 7:30 am to 8:30 am. No pre-registration or membership required – just show up.  Every Wednesday

10:00 amOakland Free Guided Walking Tours | Chinatown  FREE*
*Reservations are recommended by leaving a message on the Tours’ 24-hour hotline at (510) 238-3234 or via email to aallen@oaklandnet.com
11:00 amWin Tix: SF’s Newest Mini Golf Course “Stagecoach Greens” | Mission Bay  WIN
12:00 pmFree Lunchtime Concert: Hella Fitzgerald Speakeasy | Oakland  FREE
12:00 pmFree Writing Workshop on SF’s Newest Rooftop Park | SF  FREE
12:00 pmPeople in Plazas: Soulful Organ Jazz Concert | SF  FREE
1:30 pmFree Beginner Knitting in the Rooftop Park | Salesforce Park  FREE
Free Rooftop Blues Concert Series on SF’s Newest Park | SoMa
Wednesday, August 29 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Salesforce Park

Salesforce Park, SF’s newly-reopened 5.4 acre park on top of the Transit Center hosts a ton of free events every week highlighted by free weekly after-work outdoor rooftop concerts curated by People in Plazas. So close your laptop and open your soul with after-work jams ...Every Wednesday

5:30 pmWellness Wednesdays Free Community Yoga | Westfield Centre  FREE
“Tenderloin: Stay Rooted” Turk Street Mural Celebration | SF
Wednesday, August 29 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but please RSVP if you can make it and if you plan to bring food to share.
| CounterPULSE
Together with Twin Walls Mural Company, the Turk Street mural—“Tenderloin: Stay Rooted”—is up. Take a moment to celebrate the work of the artists, community members, and partners who came together to make this mural happen. Turk Street Mural Celebration Wednesday, August 29, 2018 | 6 pm to ...
Michael Jackson Birthday Tribute Show & Dance Party | Emeryville
Wednesday, August 29 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Bay Street Emeryville
Celebrate the life of Michael Jackson with a free, festive birthday tribute at Bay Street. Michael Jackson Birthday Tribute Show & Dance Party Wednesday, August 29, 2018 | 6 pm to 8 pm Bay Street, 5616 Bay Street Emeryville FREE This special evening will feature live performances of Michael Jackson songs ...
6:00 pmShakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Discussion | SF Main Library  FREE
World/Flamenco/Jazz Concert: Barrio Manouche | Union Square Live
Wednesday, August 29 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Wed Aug 29: 6-8pm — Barrio Manouche (World/Flamenco/Jazz) Barrio Manouche is an acoustic San Francisco-Based international colective (Spain, Quebec, France, Mexico, Brasil, Colombia and California), playing music that will take you on a magical journey, frequently joined by artist from all over the globe. The ensemble has ...
6:00 pmMovie Night on the Green: “Jungle Book” | Marin  FREE
6:30 pmSummer R&B, Soul Concert | Menlo Park  FREE
Historic Pier 45 Summer Movie Night & Free Popcorn “Princess Bride” | SF
Wednesday, August 29 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
| The Triangle at Pier 45

> EVENT UPDATE: This event is no longer taking place. Movies at the Pier is a free indoor film series presented by the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association in the Triangle at Historic Pier 45. Admission is free of charge and includes complimentary popcorn. ...

Free Skeeball Night: Brewskee-Ball League Sign Up Party | SF
Wednesday, August 29 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Kickoff Party is free. $300 team sign-up for 10 week skeeson.
| Slate Bar
Join the San Francisco Brewskee-Ball League for a Slate Extra Positive Happy Hour during the Fall Skeeson Kick Off Party. San Francisco Brewskee-Ball takes place at Slate Bar in the Mission and at Trademark in SoMa. Come equipped with the following info: Witty Team Name (ie. Skee ...
7:30 pm“Moonlight Comedy”: Stand Up Under the Stars | Oakland  FREE
7:30 pm“Amateur” Book Conversation | The Booksmith  FREE
7:30 pmWin Tix: Rod Stewart w/ Cyndi Lauper | Shoreline Amphitheatre  WIN
Super Fun Free Underground Comedy & Pizza | SF
Wednesday, August 29 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
| The Laundry
Comedians Jeff Dean, James Mwaura and Andrew Orolfo bring you the best local and nationally touring stand-up comedians to The Laundry’s hidden and intimate comedy basement with free pizza. Free, but an RSVP is required.
“Superfest Under the Stars” Outdoor Disability Film Showcase | Redwood City
Wednesday, August 29 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Redwood City Courthouse Square
Join in “Under The Stars” for an outdoor Superfest Showcase. Enjoy a night “out” at the movies at the first-ever outdoor Superfest Showcase. Bring candy, food, drinks, blankets, & friends. There will be limited chairs and tables, so feel free to bring your own seating arrangements. All entertainment ...
“GOAT$” Extended Comedy from the Greatest of All Time | SF
Wednesday, August 29 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: $10 | Cafe Du Nord

8/29 Lineup: Dominique Gelin (SF SketchFest) Joseph Nguyen (Comedy Central Comics to Watch) Nicole Calasich (Comedy Central ClusterFest) Emily Catalano (OutsideLands) Neel Nanda (Comedy Central, Jimmy Kimmel) Please note that the show will take place on 8/29 as opposed to the 4th Wednesday which is 8/22. Monthly

8:00 pmFree Improv Class & BYOB Wednesday | SF  FREE*
*Free, but there is a suggested donation of $5-15
8:00 pmWin Tix: The Regrettes: Lively Lo-Fi Punk & LA Surf-Rock | The Chapel  WIN
9:00 pmWin Tix: UK’s Rising Star: Tom Walker | Rickshaw Stop  WIN

Every Wednesday

Free Bad-Ass Morning Outdoor Workout: Alta Vista Park | SF
Every Wednesday – 6:30 am | Cost: FREE | Alta Plaza Park
Free Bad-Ass Morning Outdoor Workout: Alta Vista Park | SF
Every Wednesday morning at 6:30 am, gather at Alta Plaza Park for a free badass workout and a chance to meet fellow fitness enthusiasts in your city. The half hour workouts are different each week, but consist of boot camp style workouts like running hills, core work, ...
“Heart of the City” Wednesday Farmers Market | UN Plaza
Every Wednesday – All Day | Cost: FREE | UN Plaza
"Heart of the City" Wednesday Farmers Market | UN Plaza
Heart of the City Farmers Market is a uniquely independent, farmer-operated, nonprofit farmers market located year round on Sundays and Wednesdays in San Francisco’s United Nations Plaza, rain or shine. Nearly 30 local farmers and artisan food vendors provide a wide selection of fresh local produce, ...
CANCELED – Autodesk Design Gallery & Free Guided Tour | Embarcadero
Every Wednesday – All Day | Cost: FREE | Autodesk Gallery
CANCELED - Autodesk Design Gallery & Free Guided Tour | Embarcadero
This event series is canceled. The Autodesk Gallery at One Market in San Francisco celebrates the design process that takes a great idea and turns it into a reality. With more than 20 different exhibits regularly on display that showcase the innovative work of Autodesk customers, the ...
SF Public Library’s $1 Book Sale | Civic Center
Every Wednesday – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Main Public Library
SF Public Library's $1 Book Sale | Civic Center
Starting in April, the San Francisco Public Library hosts weekly Wednesday Steps Sales, located at the Larkin Street entrance to the Main Library. All books and media are just $1 or less each and all proceeds from Steps Sales benefit the San Francisco Public Library. SF Public ...
Stitch In: Come By, Meet People & Stitch | SF
Every Wednesday – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
| San Francisco School of Needlework & Design
Stitch In: Come By, Meet People & Stitch | SF
These free events give you the opportunity to stitch in an inspiring environment with fellow enthusiasts. Bring along your projects, embroidery, knitting or even darning, and enjoy the company of others and their vast needlework library at your leisure. Free Stitch Ins meet every Wednesday from ...
“Karma Cinema”: Pay-What-You-Wish Movie Night | The New Parkway
"Karma Cinema": Pay-What-You-Wish Movie Night | The New Parkway
Time to get generous; The New Parkway Theater is letting you pay-what-you-wish for a movie ticket every Wednesday night. Theater doors open at 6 pm every Wednesday and every movie (albeit a few exceptions like private events) will be offered on a sliding scale of a penny (if ...
Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting | SF
Every Wednesday – 6:10 pm | Cost: $15*
*$15 and reservations are required
| Dandelion Chocolate
Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting | SF
Mmmm… chocolate! Four days a week, Dandelion Chocolates offer $15 factory tours (with tastings.) These tours can book up months in advance (especially for the Saturday tours), so we recommend trying to book as early as possible and aim for a Wednesday or Thursday. On the tour, ...
“Musical Wednesdays” Sing-Along At The Edge | Castro
Every Wednesday – 7:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Edge
"Musical Wednesdays" Sing-Along At The Edge | Castro
Start your week singing with Musical Mondays or get over the hump with Musical Wednesdays at The Edge in the Castro, where they play all of your favorite musicals to sing and drink along with a different theme each week from 7 pm to 2 am every ...
Liquid Wednesdays Latin Jam Nights | Peninsula
Every Wednesday – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Bring cash for food and drinks purchase.
Liquid Wednesdays Latin Jam Nights | Peninsula
The Historic 7 Mile House will be hosts a weekly Wednesday Latin night and will feature the Bay Area’s best Latin bands on a rotating schedule. Liquid Wednesdays Latin Jam Nights Every Wednesday at 7 pm 7 Mile Sports Bar & Grill, 2800 Bayshore Blvd, Brisbane, CA FREE (No Cover. Reservations ...
Free Live Jazz & Latin Jazz Nights | Cigar Bar
Every Wednesday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Cigar Bar & Grill
Free Live Jazz & Latin Jazz Nights |  Cigar Bar
Join the Cigar Bar & Grill every Wednesday & Thursday evening for a free Jazz show (both traditional jazz and latin jazz) by local Bay Area musicians. Shows start at 8pm. Enjoy great food, drinks & Jazz. For complete line-up and more information please visit their website. Live ...
Rock Paper Scissors Tournament Pub Crawl | SF
Every Wednesday – 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| Northstar Cafe
Rock Paper Scissors Tournament Pub Crawl | SF
Try your hand (literally) at the Rock Paper Scissors Tournament Pub Crawl starting in North Beach. Get lubricated on $3 – $3.50 drink specials, and compete in Rock Paper Scissors tournament qualifying rounds while moving from bar to bar. The tournament champ wins a bar tab. Meet new people while earning points to ...
F Bomb’s “Laugh w/ Dignity” Free Comedy Show | SF
Every Wednesday – 8:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | La Rocca's Corner
F Bomb's "Laugh w/ Dignity" Free Comedy Show | SF
Come see real, live, up close, and uncaged comedians in an intimate environment at one of North Beach’s favorite watering holes, La Rocca’s corner. 21+ only. The show is free, the drinks are cheap with Happy Hour pricing all night, and the laughs are plenty. Hang with ...
“Housepitality” DJ Party & Free Champagne | SoMa
"Housepitality" DJ Party & Free Champagne | SoMa
Housepitality SF gives you a reason to come out dancing every Wednesday night with world-class artists and free champagne. Enjoy free champagne from 9-10 pm and $5 Jameson (with mention of Housepitality discount). The RSVP list closes at 6 pm on the day of the show. Housepitality DJ Night Every Wednesday ...
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