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Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
, 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
Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
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
“Sunset Showdown” Neighborhood Cleanup Battle + Pizza Party (SF)
Saturday, August 26 – 9:45 am |
Cost: FREE | Inner Sunset SF
This Saturday! @refuserefusesf is making community service fun with a Sunset Cleanup Showdown!
Help take care of your communities and enjoy Pizza with your neighbors.
Avenue Greenlight is proud to support events like this one with our community-centric grant opportunities!
Oakland Chinatown 34th StreetFest (Aug. 26-27)
Saturday, August 26 – 10:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Oakland Chinatown
The Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce is back with the 34th Oakland Chinatown StreetFest on Saturday, August 26, & Sunday, August 27, 2023 located at 9th Street and Franklin. The two-day event runs from 10am to 5pm and is free to the public. The event ...
SF’s “Dog Days of Summer” Festival 2023 (The Crossing at East Cut)
Brunch with your best friend in SF! Have a pawesome time with a doggy costume contest & shopping, demos, DJs, delicious food & full bar!
Get ready for a paw-some time at the kickoff for the Dog Days of Summer event series on Saturday, August 26th ...
Nourishing Joy: Baby Clothing & Book Drive (SF)
Join 18 Reasons in supporting birthers in our community! 18 Reasons is hosting Nourishing Joy, a book and baby clothing drive, to collect these items for birthers in need. Come by 18th Street Kitchen to drop off your donations, have coffee & conchas, and chat ...
Museum of Craft and Design’s 2023 Free Summer Weekend (Aug. 25-27)
Celebrate summertime in San Francisco and make Dogpatch your destination on August 25–27 with MCD’s Free Summer Weekend. Get to enjoy Free admission, 20% off in the Museum Store, and 20% off Memberships all weekend! Head to MCD during Free Summer Weekend to take in ...
SF’s “Clean up The City” Hayes Neighborhood Cleanup (w/ Free Lunch + Coffee for Volunteers)
Saturday, August 26 – 10:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Gambit Lounge
Haye who’s ready for a clean up! Join the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, the Civic Joy Fund, SF Public Works, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Gambit Lounge (581 Hayes St), clean for a bit, then enjoy ...Every Saturday
SF’s “Clean up The City” South Mission Cleanup (w/ Free Food + Drinks for Volunteers)
Saturday, August 26 – 10:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Sisters Coffee Shop
Who’s ready for a clean up! Join the Civic Joy Fund, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works, and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Sisters Coffee Shop (920 Valencia St), clean for a bit, then enjoy free food & refreshments after ...Every Saturday
SF’s Chinatown Activation Weekends (June 1 – Nov. 30)
Saturday, August 26 – All Day |
Cost: FREE | Rose Pak Station Upper Plaza
This summer and into the fall, the series will also include weekend events on the upper plaza of the Chinatown Rose Pak Central Subway Station. The opening of the Chinatown Rose Pak Central Subway Station in January of 2023 marked an important milestone as it ...
Berkeley’s “End of Summer” Artisan Market
Saturday, August 26 – 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Maker's Row
Join us as we say farewell to the summer! Come meet your favorite local makers for a day of shopping small.
In partnership with Fourth Street Makers Row, plenty of fun for everyone – pet friendly + kid friendly + local makers + jewelry makers + ...
Chinatown’s Summer 2023 “Shopping Tour” (July 1 – Aug. 26)
Chinatown Cultural Event Series: Celebrating Heritage and Culture this summer! July 1, 8, 9, 15, 22, 29 & 30; August 5, 12, 13, 19, 26, 27, 2023: RSVP and get further details on all events at: sfchinatownmerchants.org/upcoming-event Chinatown, San Francisco – Join us in our ...
SF’s “Clean up The City” Lower Polk Neighborhood Cleanup
Saturday, August 26 – 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Jane on Larkin
Who’s ready for a clean up! Join the Civic Joy Fund, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works, and TogetherSF for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Jane on Larkin (925 Larkin St), to grab supplies and form a crew, clean for a bit ...Every Saturday
“End of Summer” 2023 Artisan Market (Berkeley)
Saturday, August 26 – 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Fourth Street Maker’s Row
Hang with us as we say farewell to Summer with our End of Summer Artisan Market at @fourthstmakersrow – come out and enjoy a day of supporting local makers.
30+ Local Artisans
DJ @ppinkyring
Permanent Jewelry by @linkmaven.co
Complimentary Arts + Crafts with @mygoodbrain
Food Truck @cousinsmainelobster
Pet Friendly
In partnership with Fourth ...
Oakland Summer “Vegan Street Fair” (2023)
Vegan Street Fair is a free entry annual all ages vegan food celebration where local vegan and vegan-friendly restaurants and vendors come together to serve you bite-size portions of vegan eats and sell you vegan wares all in one place.
Attendees can nosh on as many ...
Free Artist Led Workshop: Mindful Tactile Painting (SF)
On the occasion of our current exhibition Creativity Lab: Rediscovery in the Making artist Catherine Lecce-Chong will lead a workshop that will guide participants in rediscovery and mindfulness through their own creative process.
In this workshop, a variety of guided meditations interwoven with painting instructions will ...
OK Marketplace in SF’s Japantown (Aug 26-27)
Saturday, August 26 – 12:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Japan Center East Mall
This @okmarketplace is a bit different! OK Marketplace will be donating a portion of OK sales to @hawaiipeoplesfund this weekend to help their response + relief efforts. whether you shop at OK or not, they hope to cultivate a community that is built upon love ...
Martinez Sea Scout Open House w/ Free Boating (For Ages 11-20)
The Martinez Sea Scouts invite interested youth and their families to attend a special day of boating, tours, refreshments and more on Saturday, August 26th, from 12-3. No previous boating experience required, just show up, and get ready for an adventure! Our programs range from ages 11-20 ...
21st Amendment’s “Augustfest 2023” (San Leandro)
It’s our favorite time of year, (besides Hell or High Watermelon season of course) Augustfest 2023!
Join us on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 12pm to 8pm at our San Leandro Taproom to celebrate delicious craft beer, friends, yummy local food, energetic live music, and all ...
Oakland & East Bay Summer “Beer Book” (2-for-1 Beers)
Get ready to literally drink in Oakland & East Bay with the East Bay Beer Passport. This Beer Passport gets you 27 FREE beers at the greatest places to drink beer in the East Bay. 27 of the finest locally owned bars, breweries, dives, diners ...
SF’s Filipino Martial Arts Festival (SoMa)
Saturday, August 26 – 12:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Kapwa Gardens (SOMA Pilipinas)
We’re bringing back TWO Filipino Martial Arts styles and a cultural dance class. We invite you and your whole family to join in on the fun!
ESKRIMA taught by Ya’kub Ira @yaakub_ira
KALI ILLUSTRISIMO taught by Alex Ercia
After learning new FMA styles, practice sparring with @sabongfederation.
We are ...
“Augustfest 2023” 21st Amendment Brewery Beer Festival (San Leandro)
It’s our favorite time of year, (besides Hell or High Watermelon season of course) Augustfest 2023!
Join us on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 12pm to 8pm at our San Leandro Taproom to celebrate delicious craft beer, friends, yummy local food, energetic live music, and all ...
Coyote Point “Summerfest” w/ Giant Kites + Train Rides (San Mateo)
You are invited to attend Summerfest: A Community Celebration at Coyote Point Recreation Area on Saturday, August 26 from 12-4pm!
There is a $6 vehicle entrance fee for the event.
At this event, look forward to:
GIANT kites from the Kite Man of Martinez
Rides on Kiddos Chu Chu
Bike ...
Golden Gate Park’s “Golden Mile” Beer & Wine Garden (Summer Weekends 2023)
Pull together a few Adirondack chairs or grab one of the picnic tables and take a a breather from exploring “The Golden Mile” in Golden Gate park with a favorite adult (and non-adult) beverage. Kid and dog friendly. What time is the beer garden open ...Every Saturday
SF’s 2023 Civic Center Carnival (August 24-27)
Mayor London N. Breed announced today the upcoming arrival of Civic Center Carnival, a vibrant four-day carnival that promises to infuse the heart of the Civic Center with summer delights and thrilling family entertainment. Civic Center Carnival will kick off Thursday, Aug. 24 and run through ...
