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Saturday, October 5

Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)

San Francisco Bay Ferry turns everyday transit into a special experience. Whether you’re commuting, meeting friends in the city, taking the kids to a game, or simply taking in the sights of the Bay, the ferry makes it that much better. Grab a snack, gather ...

Portola Art Walk (Oct. 5-6)
Saturday, October 5 – 8:30 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
| Hey Neighbor Cafe

Portola Art Walk The art walk runs Sun, Sept 8 – Tues, Oct 8. It features over 60 artists at 18 Portola businesses. Our goal is to showcase the dynamic synergy between artists from (Southeast) San Francisco and the API community and local Portola businesses. ...

Westbrae Pumpkin Patch 2024 in North Berkeley (Daily until Oct. 31)
Saturday, October 5 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to peruse, but pumpkins for purchase
| Westbrae Nursery

Westbrae Nursery, a worker-owned cooperative, runs its annual Pumpkin Patch from September 28 – October 31, 2024 — with 100% of the profits benefiting the local Cornell elementary school! Nestled in the back of the nursery in the charming North Berkeley Westbrae neighborhood, you will ...

“Viva Italia: A Showcase of Iconic Italian Design” in Palo Alto (Oct. 4-19)
Saturday, October 5 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Floor stock is readily available for purchase
| French Cabinetry Showroom

Join us for an exclusive showcase of European design excellence at our showroom event, “Viva Italia: A Showcase of Iconic Italian Design.” Discover the latest in high-end European cabinetry, furniture, and home décor, meet industry experts, and experience firsthand the elegance and innovation that define ...

San Francisco Tech Week at SF Main Library (Oct. 5-12)
Saturday, October 5 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
| San Francisco Main Library

Oct. 5-12 Take your next step with technology during SF Tech Week. Explore, connect and level up your skills. Programs include tech help, computer basis, Artificial Intelligence, fraud prevention and more! All programs are free. SF Tech Week is produced by a coalition of many ...

Free “Science in the Park” Festival (Cal State East Bay Hayward)
Saturday, October 5 – 9:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Cal State East Bay Hayward
What is Science in the Park? ​Science in the Park is a biennial event hosted by Supervisor Elisa Márquez and created by the late Supervisor Richard Valle. It is an opportunity for the community to learn more about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math), the environment, ...
9:15 amMysa Day Spa’s 4th Year Anniversary Celebration w/ Free Mimosas  $110*
*50-Minute Mysa Anniversary Massage
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

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

10:00 amCreative Grounds – A hive of writers who write (Oakland)  FREE
Save The Bay Day 2024
Saturday, October 5 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*All Day
| Palo Alto Baylands
Join Save The Bay on Saturday, October 5 for a day of programming that brings you closer to the natural beauty of San Francisco Bay. From 10 am to 2:30 pm you can explore our native plant nursery, enjoy guided bird walks, and take a ...
10:00 amSt. John Fall Festival in San Lorenzo (Oct. 4-6)  FREE*
*Admission is FREE!
10:00 amHugelkultur  FREE*
*FREE
29th Annual Watershed Environmental Poetry Festival (Berkeley)
Saturday, October 5 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:30 pm | Cost: *
*Not Specified
| Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park
Join us-Stand up for the Earth! Celebrate Writers, Nature and Community Strawberry Creek Walk 10:00 am, free Meet Center at Oxford, edge of UC Berkeley campus Poetry, talk, and a walk along Strawberry Creek through UC Berkeley and its underground path across downtown Berkeley to the Watershed Festival at Civic ...
San Francisco Financial Resource Fair 2024 The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) and the City and County of San Francisco Office of Treasurer & Tax Collector are excited to organize a Financial Resource Fair to connect San Francisco residents with essential tools and information on college savings, education, housing, ...
Bank of America’s “Museums On Us” Free Museum Weekend (2024)

Holders of Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, or U. S. Trust cardholders (credit cards and debit cards) get free admission to eight Bay Area museums, two Sacramento museums and to more than 225 cultural institutions nationwide, for the first full weekend each month including the de ...Monthly

10:00 amOakland Vintage Market (First Saturday of the Month)  FREE
10:00 amSoulvibe Resonance Reiki Infused Sound Bath (San Rafael)  FREE*
*FREE with Early Bird Registration or $10 at the Door!
10:00 amYosemite Goddess Festival (Oct. 5-6)  $20*
*Purchase tickets online or at the event gate
10:30 amSan Francisco’s Free “Tech Week” (Oct. 5-12)  FREE*
*Free
2024 Hardly Strictly Bluegrass: Saturday Lineup (Golden Gate Park)
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Hellman Hollow

One of the largest, free-est and beloved music festivals in the country. Be one of over 750,000 attendees over the three-day musical extravaganza in beautiful Golden Gate Park. Save the date as Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes its return for 2024. Full lineup and details typically ...

11:00 amChildren’s Painting Class with Jack Gonzales  $50*
*One Person Painting Ticket: $50 - Fee includes 2 hours of instruction and all art materials for one person only (adult or child) Parent + Child Painting Ticket: $90 - Fee includes 2 hours of instruction and all art materials for one adult + one child Group of 4 Ticket: $160 - Fee includes 2 hours of instruction and all art materials for 4 individuals in any of the following combinations: 2 adults + 2 children, 1 adult + 3 children, or 4 children, no adults)
Feathered Outlaw’s “Witchfest” 2024 w/ 30+ Magickal Vendors (Alameda)
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend but raffle tickets can be purchased for $5
| Feathered Outlaw
Feathered Outlaw 1506 Webster St, Alameda, CA Media Contact: Marie Ortega featheredoutlaw@gmail.com Join us for Feathered Outlaw’s WitchFest 2024 is 10/5/24 from 11am-7pm. Witchfest 2024 takes place at Feathered Outlaw, 1506 Webster Street and within the Al Fresco Dining Park located at 1435 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501. Witchfest is ...
2024 “Oaktoberfest in the Dimond” Open-Air Beer Festival (Oakland)
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but bring money for beer and food, or purchase advance tickets.
| Dimond District (Oakland)

Oaktoberfest returns in its full Bavarian glory with outdoor dining, drinking, and entertainment with free entry for the whole family. Don’t miss the 7-block street festival with live German music, traditional German food options, hundreds of vendors, 5 stages of live music, a Bavarian Dining ...

11:00 amFree Jazz Event at Charles M. Schulz Museum (Santa Rosa)  FREE*
*Free admission until 1:00 pm
38th Annual Emeryville Art Exhibition
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Public Market (Emeryville)
The 38th Annual Emeryville Art Exhibition is a juried show featuring more than 200 artworks created by 154 Emeryville artists. Celebrating Emeryville’s vibrant arts community, the Annual Art Exhibition showcases the depth of talent and diverse artistic expression of both emerging and established artists that ...
2024 Castro Valley Greek Festival (Oct. 4-6)

Pastitsio, Souvlakia, Gyros, Spanakopita, Baklava- you name it, we got it! It’s almost time for the Greekend and the Castro Valley Greek Festival! **Free Admission for up to 2 people for Funcheap subscribers only. Mention Funcheap discount to claim your free admission New this year: ...

Bon Marché: Curated 2nd Hand Market + Halloween Costume Swap
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free entrance for the 2nd hand market and the Halloween Costume Swap
| Empty Christmas Tree Lot
A Good Market with Good Finds, Good Vibes, and Good Intentions! A Danish loppemarked meets a French vide grenier with a California twist—our European-inspired market brings together independent, community sellers offering curated high-quality finds in a lively atmosphere. Bon Marché – The Good Market Saturday, October 5, 2024 ...
2nd Annual Circus on the Square w/ performers from Circus Bella (SF)
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free - RSVP on Eventbrite
| St. Mark's Lutheran Church (SF)
Get ready for a day of pure magic and excitement at St. Mark’s Square’s 2nd annual Circus on the Square! On Saturday, October 5th, 2024, we’re thrilled to present Circus Bella, bringing you an unforgettable experience filled with wonder, laughter, and incredible performances. Event Highlights: Performers: Dazzling ...
Alameda’s 1st “Filipino Island Fest”
Saturday, October 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Get Your Free Tickets Now https://www.filipinoislandfest.com/
| Alameda Waterfront Park
Get ready for a day of vibrant culture and family fun at Alameda’s very first Filipino Island Festival! Join us for a fantastic celebration featuring top-notch Fil-Am entertainment, dazzling artisans, and mouthwatering Filipino cuisine! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of cultural richness and ...
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