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Events for November 28, 2024

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Thursday, November 28

Alcatraz’s Thanksgiving Indigenous Peoples’ Sunrise Ceremony (2024)
Thursday, November 28 – 4:15 am - Ends at 8:00 am | Cost: $15.50*
*Event is free, but boat tickets are $15.50 for adults. Free for children under 5.
| Alcatraz Island

The Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering on October 13, 2025 and November 27, 2025 are organized by the International Indian Treaty Council, commemorating the 1969-71 occupation of Alcatraz by the Indians of All Tribes. These are one-day events and not the standard Alcatraz Island tour; ...

7:00 amThanksgiving Gratitude Meditation & Abundance Ritual (SF)  $5*
*Donation of any amount. Suggested donation is $5
Thanksgiving Day Ice Skating at Union Square’s Holiday Ice Rink
Thursday, November 28 – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*Tickets are $20 with skate rental included in the cost of admission
| Union Square Park

One of San Francisco’s favorite holiday traditions returns for the 2025-26 holiday season. Since 2008, The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square has delighted children and adults with its holiday-themed ice park located in Union Square. Gather your family and friends for a beloved ...

Volunteer for Thanksgiving Day Visits & Meal Deliveries to SF Older Adults
Thursday, November 28 – 10:00 am - Ends at 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE | TBD (in SF) - Address will be sent in confirmation email
Get ready to spread some Thanksgiving cheer with LBFE! We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Thanksgiving festivities, where you can make a real difference: In-person visit with meal delivery (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) Meal delivery only (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) Important:Thanksgiving meals must be picked up in ...
2024 Thanksgiving Weekend: 50 Free Guided Walking Tours in SF (Nov. 28-Dec 1)
Thursday, November 28 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tours but donations appreciated. Tours of the Japanese Tea Garden may require additional admission fee.
| All Over San Francisco

Relatives in town? Show off the beautiful city by taking them on one of San Francisco City Guides free guided walking tours of San Francisco’s greatest neighborhoods. There is a full slate of free tours on Thanksgiving weekend, Thursday through Sunday. San Francisco City Guides will ...

11:00 amSan Francisco Thanksgiving Day Brunch Cruise  $90
11:00 amBerkeley Thanksgiving Brunch Cruise  $80
2024 Thanksgiving Day Ice Skating at San Jose’s “Downtown Ice”
Thursday, November 28 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $21*
*$21 includes skate rentals
| Downtown Ice (San Jose)

Located at 120 S. Market St., the downtown San Jose rink opens on Wednesday, November 26, and operates daily through January 19, 2026. Skate in true California style. A local tradition since 1994, Skate Under the Palms, formerly known as Downtown Ice in San Jose, ...

12:00 pmFree Thanksgiving Lunch at DoubleTree by Hilton (Livermore)  FREE*
*Please email Lana.Turn@hilton.com to RVSP
12:30 pmFree 30-Minute Core & Stretch Express | Salesforce Park  FREE
Thanksgiving Day at Question Mark Bar & Casual Eatery (SoMa)
Thursday, November 28 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Question Mark Bar
🦃 Celebrate Thanksgiving Day at Question Mark Bar! 🦃 We’re open from 3 PM – 2 AM with everything you need for a fun holiday: Music & Karaoke Movies on the big screens darts board games sports Full Menu & Drink Specials Extended Happy Hour: 3 PM – 7 PM Free Parking Bring your friends, ...
Thanksgiving Concert & International Vegetarian Dinner (San Leandro)
Thursday, November 28 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Badarikashrama
Dear Friends, join us for a special Thanksgiving Celebration. Presenting an  Indian Classical Concert (Hindustani) by renowned artist, Ashwini Khaparde. Following the concert will be a sumptuous international vegetarian dinner. The peaceful and safe atmosphere of our temple is ideal for families to enjoy this ...
4:00 pmBerkeley Thanksgiving Signature Dinner Cruise  $120
4:00 pmSan Francisco Thanksgiving Premier Dinner Cruise  $113
SF City Hall Lights Up for Thanksgiving 2024 (Nov. 28-29)
Thursday, November 28 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco City Hall

San Francisco’s City Hall and its 220+ state-of-the-art LED lighting fixtures will illuminate in beautiful shades of amber in celebration of Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025. It’s a great photo opportunity to capture San Francisco’s iconic dome lit up for the occasion. The schedule is always tentative for the holiday lighting and subject to ...

SF’s Epic “Photosynthesis” Light Show (Conservatory of Flowers)
Thursday, November 28 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to watch from outside the building.
| San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers

Light up the season with Photosynthesis, This beautiful light art installation was developed in partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and was designed by Lumigeek with music by Tim Digulla. The installation uses special projectors to transform the all-white glasshouse into a ...

2024 Pier 39 Christmas Tree Lighting Show
Thursday, November 28 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Pier 39

An awe-inspiring Christmas tree has welcomed millions of visitors at the Entrance Plaza of PIER 39 every holiday season since 1983 (except 2020), becoming a not-to-be-missed San Francisco holiday tradition. Synchronized and choreographed to festive Holiday music, the tree “performs” every half hour from 5-10pm, ...

Free Thanksgiving Potluck at One of SF’s Oldest Bars “Elixir” w/ 10% off Drinks (2024)
Thursday, November 28 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Bring a dish to share and get 10% off your bill as a thank-you for contributing!
| Elixir
Feeling the holiday stress? Whether you’re looking to enjoy a drink with family and friends or need a little escape, ELIXIR has you covered this Thanksgiving Day! The bar, which has hosted a saloon on its site dating back to 1858 is inviting you to a ...
6:30 pmFrench Afterworks: French Music & French Drinks | SF  FREE
“Black Laughs Matter” (Live at SF’s Only Black-Owned Comedy Club)
Thursday, November 28 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| The Function

Prepare for a comedic powerhouse like no other with ‘Black LAUGHS Matter,’ a riotous showcase featuring some of the sharpest minds and quickest comedy wits in the game – all under one roof. Join us for a night of uproarious laughter and unapologetic humor as these talented black comedians take ...

7:30 pm“I Wish I Was Happy” Hour Comedy Show | SF  FREE*
*Free admission but bring money for food and drinks.
8:00 pmCoit Comedy: Stand Up Comedy & Free Golden Boy Pizza | SF  $5*
*Use "Funcheap" to get a 50% discount ticket with 1 drink minimum requirement. Otherwise it's $10.
9:00 pm16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)  FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!
9:00 pmLa Piñata: Free Latin Party & DJ Night | Mission  FREE

Every Thursday

“Level Up Thursdays”: Free Video DJ Dance Party | SF
Every Thursday – 9:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 am | Cost: FREE | Raven Bar
"Level Up Thursdays": Free Video DJ Dance Party | SF
Every Thursday night, Raven Bar & Lounge hosts a free dance party with DJ Mark Andrus who will play your favorite throwback jams. Drink Specials All Night $10 Mixed Cocktails $6 Beer $6 Seltzer Video DJ Mark Andrus Level Up Thursday: Every Thursday at 9 pm Raven Bar & Lounge, 1151 Folsom St., SF FREE Updated ...
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