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Saturday, August 2

11:00 amFree Summer Dance Class at Fisherman’s Wharf (SF)  FREE*
*All classes are FREE and open to all ages! No payment required.
23rd Annual “Jerry Day” Music Festival (SF)
Saturday, August 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:45 pm | Cost: FREE | Jerry Garcia Amphitheater (McLaren Park)
Friends of Jerry Garcia Amphitheater present the 23rd Annual Jerry Day, San Francisco’s civic and cultural celebration of native son and one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time, founding member of The Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia, on Saturday, August 2 at the Jerry ...
SF’s 2025 Nihonmachi Street Fair in Japantown (August 2-3)
Saturday, August 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Post St & Laguna St (Japantown)

Get ready for a vibrant cultural explosion! The 51st Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair is coming to San Francisco’s Japantown on August 2nd & 3rd, 2025! Join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating the rich traditions and dazzling diversity of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and ...

The Box SF Artists & Makers Fair (August 2-3)
Saturday, August 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No Ticket Required
| The Box SF

We are excited to invite you to join us at The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair for a multi-day weekend event held monthly at our historic building located in the heart of San Francisco! Originally the William Randolph Hearst printing plant built in the 1920’s, The Box ...

SF’s 2025 “Jerry Day” Free Music Festival + Excelsior After Parties (McLaren Park)
Saturday, August 2 – 11:30 am - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Jerry Garcia Amphitheater (McLaren Park)
The Grateful Dead’s iconic bearded lead singer Jerry Garcia had deep roots in San Francisco, having spent his childhood in the Excelsior. After his death, the first “Jerry Day” was held in 2002 to raise money to fix a rundown playground, and an annual music ...
11:30 am“Fiesta Saturday” w/ Tamales, Sopes & Spiked Horchata (Oakland)  FREE*
*Food and drinks for purchase
11:30 amFree “Bluegrass Breeze” Rooftop Concert at SF’s Salesforce Park (Every Saturday)  FREE
Viet Day ft. Vân-Ánh Võ’s “Blood Moon” Orchestra at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival (2025)
Saturday, August 2 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
Viet Day feat. Vân-Ánh Võ’s Blood Moon Orchestra Sat, Aug 2 | 12pm – 3pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA Viet Day marks half a century in the United States since the end of the war, adding a poignant thread ...
SF’s 90th Anniversary Gem & Mineral Fest + Gold Panning Demo (Sunset)
Saturday, August 2 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | SF Gem & Mineral Society Clubhouse

The San Francisco Gem & Mineral Society is celebrating 90 years! Join us  the first 3 weekends in August for free, family-friendly fun at our clubhouse in the Sunset. Friday evenings will feature potlucks and social events, while Saturday and Sunday afternoons will feature educational ...Every Friday

Michael Franti & Spearhead (Aug 3): Stern Grove Festival Free In-Person Ticket Pickup
Saturday, August 2 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated. Advanced Tickets required
| Koret Children's Quarter and Carousel (Golden Gate Park)

The Stern Grove Festival returns for its 88th season having presented free concerts in the park every summer since 1938. 2025 Stern Grove Festival June 15 – August 17, 2025 | 2-5 pm Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., SF FREE Enter the Free Ticket Lottery Stern Grove Festival’s ...

Enterprise Brewing 2nd Anniversary Beer Party (SF)
Saturday, August 2 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Enterprise Brewing Company
Come to the shop at 1150 Howard St on Saturday August 2nd, Noon – 10pm to celebrate Enterprise Brewing Co’s 2nd Anniversary. The building’s got a new look that we’re excited to show off! Drink a few beers, have a slice, hang out! 12 noon – Family ...
“Taste of Jack London” Beer and Food Festival (Oakland)
Saturday, August 2 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $35*
*$35-80 depending on ticket type - beer only tasting at 1pm starts at $35
| BLOC15
The Jack London Improvement District is proud to present the first ever Taste of Jack London Beer and Food Festival! When: Saturday, August 2nd, from 1-5PM (VIP only hour from 12-1PM) Where: BLOC15 (252 2nd St) plus the surrounding blocks and Amtrak plaza! Join us for the Taste of ...
12:30 pmNike Missile Site Open House & Storytelling | Marin Headlands  FREE
2-for-1 Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting at Tripp Distillery (Pacifica)
Saturday, August 2 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $9*
*Distillery Tour and tastings for two $9 (normally $18)
| Tripp Distillery

Unfortunately Tripp Distillery has closed as of October 30, 2025. 🥃 Dive into the spirited world of Tripp Distillery with this exclusive Groupon deal that’s bound to elevate your weekends! 🌟 Embark on a tantalizing journey with a Distillery Tour and Tasting for two (whiskey ...

CatVideoFest 2025 (San Rafael)
Saturday, August 2 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $14.50 | Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center
Our fuzzy overlords return to the big screen! Each year, CatVideoFest curates a compilation reel of the latest, best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and, of course, classic internet powerhouses (Keyboard Cat, we’re looking at you). Screening ...
1:00 pmWrite & Sip Social w/ Coffee Discounts (SF)  FREE*
*rsvp required, no minimums, no donation, free forever + get a discount on the drinks (if you want it)!
San Francisco Mime Troupe’s “Disruption” (Live Oak Park)
Saturday, August 2 – 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Live Oak Park

The Tony Award-winning San Francisco Mime Troupe returns for its 2025 season with free and lively performances in park settings around the Bay Area. San Francisco Mime Troupe | 2025 Free political theater & music in parks around the Bay Area Various dates: July 4 ...

Napa Free Folk Festival: 6 Bands in 100-Year-Old Historic Hall (2025)
Saturday, August 2 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP for free ticket: https://bit.ly/napafreefolkfestival
| Native Sons of the Golden West Hall
  Hidden on Coombs St is an over 100 year old set of ballrooms in the Native Sons of the Golden West Hall. Not Loud Concerts is putting on an indoor music festival. 6 bands, 3 stages, air-conditioning, and nice bathrooms.    The NSGW Hall is a hidden ...
Film with Live Orchestra: “The Princess Bride” w/ SF Symphony (Aug. 2-3)
Saturday, August 2 – 2:00 pm | Cost: $100 | Davies Symphony Hall
Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles! Experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before with the SF Symphony performing the entire musical score of this fairy tale adventure live-to-picture! Film with Live Orchestra: “The Princess Bride” Saturday ...
2:00 pmJack London Art Walk Literary Night: Open Mic + Readings (Oakland)  FREE*
*Free- donations suggested
3:00 pm2025 “BBQ Without Borders” Fest w/ Immigrant Chefs (Oakland)  $85*
*Ticket includes entry, dinner, dessert, and 1 drink ticket, valid for alcoholic and non-alcoholic options (IDs will be checked at the door).
“Novacon” Brentwoods First Pop Culture, Fandom & Cosplay Outdoor Convention Get ready, Brentwood! Novacon X 2025 is bringing a celebration of creativity, cosplay, and pop culture to City Park this summer. Join us for a day packed with live music, food trucks, local vendors, raffles, and cultural performances. Meet celebrity guests from your favorite fandoms! Stars from ...
4:00 pm$5 DIY Craft Night: Make Charms + Crop Tops (Oakland)  $5*
*$5 online, $10 door
“Hampton Water Rosé Tour” Free Tastings + Pink Party (Walnut Creek) Hey, Walnut Creek! This year, we’re bringing the Hamptons to you with the Hampton Water Rosé Tour, making stops across the U.S. Join us on Saturday, August 2nd as we head to Walnut Creek! Gather your friends, put on your best pink outfit, and meet ...
5:00 pmScott Listfield “Extinction Stories”  FREE*
*N/A - No tickets required
5:00 pmChris Austin “Contrasts”  FREE*
*N/A - No tickets required
Excelsior’s Special “Jerry Night” Saturday Night Market
Saturday, August 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Norton and Harrington Streets

Come join us at the Excelsior Night Market for a night of food, fun, and community vibes! This is the place to be for unique crafts, entertainment and live music. Explore the diverse offerings from local vendors and connect with your neighbors in a fun ...

“Minnesota Street Project” Summer Party + 35th Anniversary Recology Exhibit
Saturday, August 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Minnesota Street Project
Join us for Minnesota Street Project’s annual Summer Party! Taking place during First Saturday, this summer celebration will feature an expansive exhibition marking the 35th anniversary of Recology’s A.I.R. Residency, the opening of Minnesota Street Project’s newest gallery addition, diRosa SF, and several exhibition openings!
El Farolito’s Title Defense: Free Championship Soccer Match in SF (Kezar Statdium)
Saturday, August 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Kezar Stadium
El Farolito Soccer Club is an amateur team owned and operated by the same family behind the beloved Mission District restaurants. They’re the reigning NPSL champions and now have a chance to make history as the first club ever to win back-to-back national titles, right here ...
5:00 pmQuestion Mark Band Live + Free Parking (SF)  FREE*
*FREE

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
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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