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Saturday, December 21

2019 Winter Solstice Ceremony | San Francisco Zen Center
Saturday, December 21 – 7:10 am - Ends at 7:40 am | Cost: FREE*
*Admission is typically by donation, but consider becoming a member.
 | San Francisco Zen Center
Words of the season are offered in the equinox and solstice ceremonies, usually outdoors in the courtyard. Ceremony follows evening zazen. 
Free Union Square Ice Skating Lessons: Every Weekend | 2019-2020
Saturday, December 21 – 8:15 am - Ends at 9:30 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free lessons (and free skate rental) but an RSVP is required. Limited to 50 people per session.
 | Union Square Park

Don’t know how to skate? Kaiser Permanente is inviting beginner skaters to the Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square to come learn from professional skate instructors every weekend. Lessons are free (including skate rental) to those who sign up in advance, thanks to Kaiser ...Every Saturday

Free Legion of Honor Museum Day for Bay Area Residents | Every Saturday
Saturday, December 21 – All Day | Cost: FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries.
 | Legion of Honor

 the Legion of Honor offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Advanced tickets are required, and capacity is limited due to COVID-19 precautions. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require ...Every Saturday

Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents | Every Saturday
Saturday, December 21 – All Day | Cost: FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries.
 | de Young Museum

, the de Young offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require the full admission price. Saturdays feature engaging art experiences for the entire family, ...Every Saturday

Salesforce “Winterfest” w/ Carolers, Crafts & Santa | SoMa
Saturday, December 21 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Salesforce Transit Center
Due to expected rain, Saturday morning activities will be moved to the Grand Hall of the Transit Center, behind the escalators. Located at the corner of Fremont and Natoma st. The later (2p-4p) music by Soul Mechanix and special performance by Velocity Arts that day will be ...
10:00 amMission Science Workshop: Free Hands-on Science Saturday | SF  FREE*
*Donations are appreciated.
All DayFree PresidiGo Shuttle | Downtown to Presidio  FREE
2019 KPFA Holiday Crafts Fair | Craneway Pavilion
Saturday, December 21 – All Day | Cost: $12*
*Admission is $12 ages 18-64, $10 Seniors & Disabled, Youth Free.
 | Craneway Pavilion

Join us for a celebration of all things handmade at our annual, weekend long marketplace. Shop from more than 200 local artists & craftspeople representing many different mediums. Get your holiday shopping done, find your new favorite necklace, handmade mug, outfit, bag, or that perfect ...

Christmas Weekend Guided 57 Free Walking Tours | Dec. 21-25
Saturday, December 21 – All Day | Cost: FREE*
*Free tours but donations appreciated. Tours of the Japanese Tea Garden may require additional admission fee.
 | All Over San Francisco

San Francisco City Guides offer free guided walking tours of many different neighborhoods in the city and will be offering a full slate of free tours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Have friends and relatives in town with nothing to do? Gather up the ...

All Day2019 Artisans Holiday Open Studios: 100+ Artists & Craftspeople | Berkeley  FREE
All Day2019 Pottery Holiday Show & Open Studios | Berkeley  FREE
11:00 amDrop-In Bike Workshop & Advice | Mountain View  FREE
Free Holiday Puppet Show | Corte Madera
Saturday, December 21 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Town Center Corte Madera
From parents to little ones, everyone is invited to enjoy free holiday puppet shows at Town Center Corte Madera this holiday season. All activities will take place in the center court, under the clock tower (space 105), across from Blue Barn. Three Puppet Shows will take ...
Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair: 200+ Artists & Festive Lights | Berkeley
Saturday, December 21 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Telegraph Avenue (Berkeley)

Join this December to celebrate the 36th Annual Telegraph Holiday Street Fair. Holiday shoppers will be treated to an abundance of good cheer, great music, fine food, with unique and unusual handcrafts by some of Northern California’s finest artists. Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair December ...

11:00 am“Science@Cal”: Renowned Scientist Lecture | UC Berkeley  FREE
2019 Russian Holiday Bell Concert | SF Main Library
Saturday, December 21 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Main Public Library
Please join for a unique event featuring the majestic sound of Russian bells. San Francisco Symphony’s extraordinary guest percussionist, Mr. Avdienko will play a peal of 6 Traditional Russian Bells. Russian Holiday Bell Concert Saturday, December 21, 2019 | Noon to 2:00 pm San Francisco Public Library Koret Auditorium ...
Holiday Party at SF’s Future Waterfront Park | India Basin
Saturday, December 21 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Please note this event was submitted directly to Funcheap but there doesn't seem to be any official website. If you have any questions please contact San Francisco Recreation and Park Department
 | India Basin Shoreline Park
The public will get a sneak peek at the Bayview’s future waterfront park, India Basin Shoreline Park,  at APRI San Francisco’s annual holiday party with Santa, live entertainment, cookie decorating, a gift giveaway and more. Free! Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. Noon to 5 p.m. 900 ...
All DayChildren Craft Workshop & Free Photos with Santa Claus | Japantown  FREE
Strike a Pose w/ Santa | Ghirardelli Square
Saturday, December 21 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Ghirardelli Square
Come to Ghirardelli Square and meet the big guy in red! Our super hip Santa will be ready to pose for photobooth-style photos in front of our tree!
12:00 pmCANCELLED: Cannabixmas: Oakland’s First Ever Cannabis Market | Dec 21-22  FREE*
*21 and over
All DayFairy Winterland: Crafts, Stories & Lights Parade | Children’s Fairyland  $12*
*$12 general admission. Fairyland members: You're invited to play at Fairy Winterland for free on Friday, December 13. Come back another day for just $6.
2019 “Holiday Fanfare”: Free Outdoor Final Concert | Civic Center
Saturday, December 21 – 12:45 pm - Ends at 1:45 pm | Cost: FREE | Van Ness & Grove
On its final day Saturday, December 21 there will be 2 Schedules: 12:45 pm to 1:45 pm and 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
2019 Winter Solstice Campfire Celebration | John Muir Historic Site
Saturday, December 21 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | John Muir National Historic Site
On Saturday, December 21, 2019, join Park Rangers for winter crafts, festive music, and a marshmallow roast. Meet behind the Visitor Center. No fire if it is a spare the air day.
2:00 pm3rd Saturday Guided Gallery District Tour | Oakland  FREE
3:00 pmArt in the Park: Live Music, Arts & Spoken Word | Tenderloin  FREE
Ugly Holiday Sweater Dog Pageant | SF
Saturday, December 21 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 to enter your dog in the pageant. Proceeds to go Muttville.
 | Seven Stills (Mission Bay)
Come one, come all; this is going to be the cutest ugly sweater contest of them all. Bring your 4-legged companion down for a chance to be crowned the king or queen of Seven Stills first ever Ugly Holiday Sweater Dog Pageant on December 21, ...
4:00 pmChristmas Carols Sing-along & Reception | SF  FREE*
*Free Admission. Donations Requested.
4:00 pm2019 Christmas Carol Music Festival | SF  FREE*
*Free Admission. Donations Requested. Limited seating. Register online.
Bethlehem AD: Living Christmas Experience | Redwood City
Saturday, December 21 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Bethlehem AD
Bethlehem AD is an entertaining and educational re-creation of the event that defines Western Civilization and changed the dates of history. The public walks through the ancient town of Bethlehem at their own pace and along the way interact with colorfully costumed villagers portraying life ...
SF’s HellaDesi Comedy Night on Longest Night of Year | Haight
Saturday, December 21 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $10 at door without RSVP
 | Milk Bar

It’s San Francisco’s epic HellaDesi Comedy Night with HellaFunny and Funcheap. See a showcase of some of the Bay Area’s top comedians of Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi, Afghan, and South Asian descent. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Desi culture and heritage with laughs. This special winter ...Every Saturday

Every Saturday

Free Community Yoga Class | Berkeley
Every Saturday – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Sports Basement (Berkeley)
Free Community Yoga Class | Berkeley
Grab your yoga mat and come to Sports Basement Berkeley for some relaxing weekend yoga. Community classes take place every Saturday. Free Community Yoga Class Every Saturday | 10 am Sports Basement, 2727 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA FREE Please BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) and water bottle. All levels are welcome. Updated 1/28/2020 ...
Historic Ferry Building Tour | SF
Every Saturday – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Tour is free, they pass out a donation envelope at the end of the tour if you choose to donate.
 | Ferry Building
Historic Ferry Building Tour | SF
Enjoy an hour-long walk on the rise, tragic fall, and modern rebirth of one of San Francisco’s most renowned historic landmarks. Visit a contemporary swirl of shops and learn the history of ferries, freeways, and quakes. Meet at the foot of the stairs at the front ...
Free Outdoor Yoga Day | Golden Gate Park
Every Saturday – 11:30 am | Cost: FREE | Golden Gate Park
Free Outdoor Yoga Day | Golden Gate Park
Take yourself outside and into the beauty of this city’s heart and soul. Practice yoga under the trees and let the ocean air sooth and invigorate you. This class expertly blends breathing and movement, strength and grace, imagination and form. You will gain a personal understanding ...
“The Setup” Underground Comedy Show | SF
Every Saturday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 online with discount code FUNCHEAP; otherwise, it's $10.
 | The Basement
"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 ...
“Critical Hit” Comedy Show | Oakland
Every Saturday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $10 | It's Your Move Game Store
"Critical Hit" Comedy Show | Oakland
Critical Hit is hosted by Erik Krasner, Hayden Greif-Neill and Jim McVeigh at It’s Your Move Games & Hobbies in Temescal for over 4 years and still going strong. Every week, some of our favorite comedians are invited to perform. Along with the producers, you can ...
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