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Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
The Japanese Tea Garden provides visitors from around the world with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, tranquility, and harmony of a Japanese-style garden in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Originally created as a “Japanese Village” exhibit for the 1894 California ...Every Friday
Shoe Store Closing Sale: Warehouse Sale Pop-Up w $15 Shoes in Fremont (May 9-18)
Friday, May 16 – 10:00 am - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Warehouse Sale
We’re a pop-up (temporary) shoe store coming to Fremont, CA for 10 days only (Friday, May 9 – Sunday, May 18)!
Become a VIP member to get exclusive coupons: https://shoeswarehousesale.com/ca-fremont/
Here what’s you can expect:
✨ Largest selection EVER! Women’s, men’s & kids shoes!
✨ Exclusive VIP coupons & discounts
✨ ...
Sunnyvale Free Night Market and Film Festival (May 16-17)
Friday, May 16 – 11:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Plaza del Sol
A new Silicon Valley iconic tech-focused outdoor street fair with unique entertainment.
Join us for an exciting two-day festival (Friday, May 16, 4 PM–9 PM & Saturday, May 17, 11 AM–9 PM) packed with innovation and creativity! Discover cutting-edge technology alongside handcrafted treasures made by humans. ...
Chinatown Lion Dance Photo Exhibition (SF)
Friday, May 16 – 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Victory Hall
To celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May, come and experience the vibrant and long-standing tradition of lion dancing in San Francisco’s Chinatown at the “Chinatown Lion Dance Photo Exhibition”! Co-hosted by the Chinatown Visitor Information Center, this exhibition aims to attract visitors to ...
“Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)
While many restaurants are struggling, San Francisco Mexican restaurant TATO wants to give back. They’re bringing back their “Taco Love” special which features a two taco plate with sides, and pay-what-you-can pricing. Pay-What-You-Can Taco Day Tato 4608 3rd St. (@ McKinnon) San Francisco (Bayview) Every ...Every Friday
Oakland Greek Festival 2025 (May 16-18)
Be Greek for the weekend! Enjoy 3 days of food, music, dance, art and culture. Advance tix purchase & discount offers available here. Get tickets in advance for discounted offers. – Single Day admission $5, two day admission $8, three day admission $12 The Oakland ...
Free Golden Gate Park Concert Happy Hour Night
Friday, May 16 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Spreckels Temple of Music (Golden Gate Park Bandshell)
Illuminate and SF Rec and Park hosts 5th Season of Free Live Music at the Golden Gate Bandshell in 2025 with more than 125 performances are planned to celebrate the Bandshell’s 125th anniversary. The 2025 season will run through mid-November, featuring shows most Wednesdays, Fridays, and ...
2025 “Castro Night Market” w/ Local Art, Food, & Pride (SF)
Friday, May 16 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 18th and Castro
The Castro Night Market event series is a program bringing some exciting life and community spirit to the Castro. The Night Market series features local food vendors, merchants, and live entertainment on the 3rd Friday of select months. Castro Night Market Every 3rd Friday, May-October ...
AAPI Heritage Month Celebration (San Jose Flea Market)
In honor of AANHPI (Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander) Heritage Month this May, Berryessa Night Market in collaboration with Vietnamese American Roundtable (VAR) is celebrating our incredible community of food trucks, makers, & artists!
AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration //Friday May 16th, 2024 // 5 PM ...
$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)
Fridays are now a little bit more awesome. Did someone say $1 drinks? Monroe in North Beach hosts “Battle of the Decades” DJ party and happy hour every Friday with a DJ spinning progressive tunes. Every hour is a different decade – with drink prices ...Every Friday
Castro Night Market “Pet Party” (SF)
The Castro Night Market is back this Friday for PET PARTY. This month’s pet themed market will feature 50 local food vendors, artist and community groups, singer-songwriters, DJs, a Pet Parade and Pup Mosh that make this a must-attend event.
This month’s Castro Night Market features ...
SF’s Free Tenderloin Music & Arts Festival 2025 (May 16-18)
Friday, May 16 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Tenderloin District
The second annual Tenderloin Music and Arts @psychedfest is back May 16-18, 2025 with over 100 bands, DJs, poets, and drag queens taking over the neighborhood for three days of free music and community celebration. Civic Center Concert Festival – Saturday, May 17 – Noon to ...
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
Reconnect with family, friends, and community during Friday Nights at OMCA. These free events provide a gathering place each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid (OTG) food trucks, and late-night access to our galleries and special exhibitions with a Museum ticket. Limited ...Every Friday
2025 Spring Wine Walk on Ocean Avenue (SF)
Welcome to the Spring Wine Walk!
Join us for a delightful evening of wine, food and live music on Ocean Avenue. Support local business, bring your friends and enjoy a variety of wines curated specifically for the spring season as you explore the beautiful surroundings. Whether ...
Golden State Valkyries vs. LA Sparks: Free Opening Game Watch Party (SF)
Come join us at NEON for the inaugural home game for the “Golden State Valkyries versus the LA Sparks”.
Admission is FREE and there will be the following on-site:
The game will be inside on our 85″ TV and outside in our secret garden on a 50″ ...
First-Ever Free WNBA Watch Party: Golden State Valkyries at The Crossing (SF)
Join the Valkyries’ ascent at The Crossing on Friday, May 16th starting at 6 pm for your chance to win a pair of tickets & more! Tip-off is at 7 pm, but start your pre-game early with Happy Hour and live DJ at Greyhound Bar ...
“Liberation Space” Free Community Healing Event at The Hive (SF)
FREE COMMUNITY OFFERING
Join us for The Liberation Space, a free community event created to offer healing, grounding, and reflection in response to the stress and challenges we face in today’s world. In this safe and supportive space, we will engage in a transformative sound bath ...
“Urban Jazz Dance Company” Final Performances (May 15-17)
Friday, May 16 – 6:30 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | 836M
836M is proud to present the culminating performances of its artists-in-residence, Urban Jazz Dance Company (UJDC), under the direction of Antoine Hunter Purple Fire Crow. Since 2007, UJDC has garnered acclaim for its groundbreaking artistry and unwavering advocacy in expanding visibility and opportunities for Deaf and disabled artists. ...
Free “Silent Roller Disco” at SF’s Jackson Park w/ Church of 8 Wheels (Potrero Hill)
Get ready to groove at the Silent Roller Disco at Jackson Playground Park! Lace up skates that the Church of 8 Wheels will provide, and join us for a fun night under the stars. Whether a beginner or a pro, this event is perfect for everyone. The music ...
WNBA Golden State Valkyries 1st Ever Opening Night at Chase Center (SF)
Friday, May 16 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: $92.15 | Chase Center
The Golden State Valkyries have announced the team’s 2025 inaugural season schedule, featuring a home opener on May 16 at 7pm against the Los Angeles Sparks at Chase Center.
The 2025 Valkyries season, presented by Kaiser Permanente, features 44 total games, including 22 home games at ...
FREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (7p + 9p Shows)
Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...
Free “Rush Hour Comedy Night” Friday Night (San Francisco)
Welcome to ‘Rush Hour Comedy Night’ where laughter knows no bounds and cultural collisions are the name of the game. Join our dynamic duo of black and Asian comedians as they embark on a whirlwind adventure through the streets of humor, weaving together their diverse backgrounds and ...Every Friday
San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)
Welcome to San Francisco’s newest comedy night, spotlighting the vibrant humor of People of Color! Prepare for an evening of laughter as HellaFunny showcases handpicked talent that normally performs at Cobb’s, SF Sketchfest, and the Punch Line. Our lineup celebrates the diversity of the Bay Area’s comedic ...Every Saturday
Laugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)
The robot revolution is upon us, and they’ve infiltrated the world of comedy! Join us for “Laugh GPT,” the AI-powered comedy show that might just be humanity’s last stand-up hurrah. Laugh GPT was recently featured in the Washington Post! As artificial intelligence advances, who knows how ...Every Friday
