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Events for October 8, 2025

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Wednesday, October 8

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 Wednesday

10:00 amFree Outdoor Family Storytime at Salesforce Park (SF)  FREE
San Francisco Fleet Week Ship Tours 2025 (Oct. 8-13)
Wednesday, October 8 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Pier 27

Look up in the sky when you hear the roaring of jet engines and head down to SF’s northern waterfront and for San Francisco’s annual Fleet Week airshow and festival. UPDATE: Due to the federal government shutdown, the Blue Angels won’t be flying flying at ...

San Francisco Fleet Week 2025: Ship Tours, Blue Angels Air Show + Full Schedule of Events (Oct. 8-13)
Wednesday, October 8 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | All Over San Francisco

Look up in the sky when you hear the roaring of jet engines and head down to SF’s northern waterfront and for San Francisco’s annual Fleet Week airshow and festival. UPDATE: Due to the federal government shutdown, the Blue Angels won’t be flying flying at ...

11:00 amFree Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)  FREE
11:30 am“Rooftop Jazz” Free Thursday Concerts at Salesforce Park (SF)  FREE
12:00 pmFree Outdoor Writing Workshops at SF’s Salesforce Park (Every Wednesday)  FREE
12:30 pmFree Rooftop Yoga at Salesforce Park (SF)  FREE
1:00 pmSolar as a Tax Shield: A CFO’s Playbook for SoCal Business Owners by Revel Energy  FREE*
*Free event
2:00 pmFree Art Workshop: Paper Weaving  FREE
Castro Farmers’ Market 2025 (Every Wednesday)
Wednesday, October 8 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Castro Farmers' Market

Welcome back your favorite farmers to the corner of Market and Noe Streets as they offer their amazing citrus, tasty root vegetables, honey, flowers, baked goods, and beautiful leafy greens.  Castro Farmers’ Market Every Wed., April 2 – November 19, 2025 | 3p-7p Castro Farmer’s ...Every Wednesday

$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, October 8 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No admission charge. Wings are $1 each.
| Underdogs Cantina

Join us for Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina with $1 Wings from 4:30pm – Close! $1 Wing Wednesdays | 4:30pm to Close Underdogs Cantina, 128 King St. (Across from ballpark), SF FREE (No Cover) $1 WINGS from 4:30pm – Close Happy Hour from ...Every Wednesday

5:30 pmPuppy Happy Hour  FREE*
*1 drink minimum upon arrival. *Happy hour menu available 5-8pm + lots of zero-ABV options
6:00 pmArtist Talk with Susan Chrysler White (Morgan Hill)  FREE
Rally with Saikat Chakrabarti at The Chapel (SF)
Wednesday, October 8 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| The Chapel
Join us for this Rally with CA-11 candidate Saikat Chakrabarti and the campaign team! ​Come hang out, grab a drink, connect with neighbors, friends, other supporters and the Saikat-curious. We’ll dig into the issues facing San Francisco and the country, and talk together about the movement ...
6:00 pm“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)  FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
Bad Art Gallery for Gaza (SF)
Wednesday, October 8 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Suggested donation $8+. RSVP required.
| The Faight Collective
The Bad Art Gallery is presented by Bad Art Club in partnership with The Faight Collective. It’s a one night only group art exhibition and silent auction fundraiser that celebrates our shared humanity and reinforces our sense of belonging to the world. 100% of proceeds ...
6:00 pmMichter’s Whiskey tasting w/Master Distiller Dan McKee  $75*
*Includes meet & greet cocktail, full tasting w/Master Distiller Dan McKee and fabulous food spread
Haunted SF Hotel Thriller: “The Black Cat” Experience (Oct 8 – Nov. 1)
Wednesday, October 8 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: $39*
*Cheapest tickets before 7 pm and after 9 pm Tue-Thu, after 10 pm on Fri-Sat
| The Palace Theater
A 45-minute walk-through psychological thriller set in a haunted hotel from the 1930s, that takes place in a gorgeously decorated San Francisco venue and finishes in an exquisite cocktail bar. Step back in time and enter the decrepit remains of a once-luxurious hotel frequented by celebrities ...
6:30 pmQueer Speed Dating Night (Fluid 510)  $30
7:00 pmBlack Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)  FREE
Huge Drone Light Show + Light Show for SFTechWeek at Ferry Building(2025)
Wednesday, October 8 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
Gamma (gamma.app) is lighting up SF Tech Week with something never done before: a dazzling drone show over the Bay, paired with a massive projection on the iconic Ferry Building RSVP here! Join us as we celebrate San Francisco with the nation’s first ever (!) large ...
7:00 pmFree Electronics Night at Ace Makerspace  FREE*
*Donations are welcome. Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.
“Hook-Up Horror Stories” Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)
Wednesday, October 8 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function

We’ve all had bad dates. Lets hear SF’s top comedians make you laugh about them! Bad dates make great comedy. 💘 First 50 RSVPs get in FREE – claim yours now (7p + 8:30p shows) Welcome to Tindervention—the stand-up show where SF’s top comedians spill their most outrageous dating ...Every Wednesday

7:00 pmThe Laugh Boat: Local Brews & Free Comedy | SF  FREE
7:30 pm“Wolfman Jeff Trivia” Night at SF’s Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)  FREE
7:30 pmMasters of Hawaiian Music: George Kahumoku, Daniel Ho, Tia Carrere  $83*
*Tickets range from $83-$88
Stand-Up Comedian Carlos Rodriguez Live in SF (Punch Line)
Wednesday, October 8 – 7:30 pm | Cost: $25.65*
*Starts at $25.65 General Admission – 18+ 2 drink min valid ID
| Punch Line Comedy Club
Taking the stage, you see the inner child come out with all the passion, excitement and energy of a new performer with the grace and comfort of a season pro. Carlos Rodriguez was thrown into comedy, being born into a large family he quickly became a ...
$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)
Wednesday, October 8 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required. 2 drink minimum. 21+
| Skylark Bar

Join us for a night of laughter featuring Bay Area’s top rising comics! We showcase comedians that have been on Netflix, Comedy Central, Amazon, HBO… so come through and you may see the next big thing! HaHaHappy Hour Comedy at Skylark $5 beer, $2 tacos ...

The Dandy Warhols w/ Kula Shaker at Regency Ballroom (SF)
Wednesday, October 8 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $53.88 | The Regency Ballroom
Goldenvoice Presents THE DANDY WARHOLSwith Kula Shaker WED, 8 OCT 2025 at 08:00PM PDTAges: All AgesDoors Open: 07:00PM OnSale: Fri, 13 Jun 2025 at 10:00AM PDTAnnouncement: Tue, 10 Jun 2025 at 10:00AM PDT If tickets in the accessible section are unavailable, please reach out to the venue for accommodations. ...

Every Wednesday

Free Bad-Ass Morning Outdoor Workout: Alta Vista Park | SF
Every Wednesday – 6:30 am | Cost: FREE | Alta Plaza Park
Free Bad-Ass Morning Outdoor Workout: Alta Vista Park | SF
Every Wednesday morning at 6:30 am, gather at Alta Plaza Park for a free badass workout and a chance to meet fellow fitness enthusiasts in your city. The half hour workouts are different each week, but consist of boot camp style workouts like running hills, core work, ...
“Heart of the City” Wednesday Farmers Market | UN Plaza
Every Wednesday – All Day | Cost: FREE | UN Plaza
"Heart of the City" Wednesday Farmers Market | UN Plaza
Heart of the City Farmers Market is a uniquely independent, farmer-operated, nonprofit farmers market located year round on Sundays and Wednesdays in San Francisco’s United Nations Plaza, rain or shine. Nearly 30 local farmers and artisan food vendors provide a wide selection of fresh local produce, ...
CANCELED – Autodesk Design Gallery & Free Guided Tour | Embarcadero
Every Wednesday – All Day | Cost: FREE | Autodesk Gallery
CANCELED - Autodesk Design Gallery & Free Guided Tour | Embarcadero
This event series is canceled. The Autodesk Gallery at One Market in San Francisco celebrates the design process that takes a great idea and turns it into a reality. With more than 20 different exhibits regularly on display that showcase the innovative work of Autodesk customers, the ...
SF Public Library’s $1 Book Sale | Civic Center
Every Wednesday – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Main Public Library
SF Public Library's $1 Book Sale | Civic Center
Starting in April, the San Francisco Public Library hosts weekly Wednesday Steps Sales, located at the Larkin Street entrance to the Main Library. All books and media are just $1 or less each and all proceeds from Steps Sales benefit the San Francisco Public Library. SF Public ...
Stitch In: Come By, Meet People & Stitch | SF
Every Wednesday – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
| San Francisco School of Needlework & Design
Stitch In: Come By, Meet People & Stitch | SF
These free events give you the opportunity to stitch in an inspiring environment with fellow enthusiasts. Bring along your projects, embroidery, knitting or even darning, and enjoy the company of others and their vast needlework library at your leisure. Free Stitch Ins meet every Wednesday from ...
“Karma Cinema”: Pay-What-You-Wish Movie Night | The New Parkway
"Karma Cinema": Pay-What-You-Wish Movie Night | The New Parkway
Time to get generous; The New Parkway Theater is letting you pay-what-you-wish for a movie ticket every Wednesday night. Theater doors open at 6 pm every Wednesday and every movie (albeit a few exceptions like private events) will be offered on a sliding scale of a penny (if ...
Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting | SF
Every Wednesday – 6:10 pm | Cost: $15*
*$15 and reservations are required
| Dandelion Chocolate
Dandelion Chocolate: Factory Tour & Guided Tasting | SF
Mmmm… chocolate! Four days a week, Dandelion Chocolates offer $15 factory tours (with tastings.) These tours can book up months in advance (especially for the Saturday tours), so we recommend trying to book as early as possible and aim for a Wednesday or Thursday. On the tour, ...
“Musical Wednesdays” Sing-Along At The Edge | Castro
Every Wednesday – 7:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Edge
"Musical Wednesdays" Sing-Along At The Edge | Castro
Start your week singing with Musical Mondays or get over the hump with Musical Wednesdays at The Edge in the Castro, where they play all of your favorite musicals to sing and drink along with a different theme each week from 7 pm to 2 am every ...
Liquid Wednesdays Latin Jam Nights | Peninsula
Every Wednesday – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Bring cash for food and drinks purchase.
Liquid Wednesdays Latin Jam Nights | Peninsula
The Historic 7 Mile House will be hosts a weekly Wednesday Latin night and will feature the Bay Area’s best Latin bands on a rotating schedule. Liquid Wednesdays Latin Jam Nights Every Wednesday at 7 pm 7 Mile Sports Bar & Grill, 2800 Bayshore Blvd, Brisbane, CA FREE (No Cover. Reservations ...
Free Live Jazz & Latin Jazz Nights | Cigar Bar
Every Wednesday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Cigar Bar & Grill
Free Live Jazz & Latin Jazz Nights |  Cigar Bar
Join the Cigar Bar & Grill every Wednesday & Thursday evening for a free Jazz show (both traditional jazz and latin jazz) by local Bay Area musicians. Shows start at 8pm. Enjoy great food, drinks & Jazz. For complete line-up and more information please visit their website. Live ...
Rock Paper Scissors Tournament Pub Crawl | SF
Every Wednesday – 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| Northstar Cafe
Rock Paper Scissors Tournament Pub Crawl | SF
Try your hand (literally) at the Rock Paper Scissors Tournament Pub Crawl starting in North Beach. Get lubricated on $3 – $3.50 drink specials, and compete in Rock Paper Scissors tournament qualifying rounds while moving from bar to bar. The tournament champ wins a bar tab. Meet new people while earning points to ...
F Bomb’s “Laugh w/ Dignity” Free Comedy Show | SF
Every Wednesday – 8:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | La Rocca's Corner
F Bomb's "Laugh w/ Dignity" Free Comedy Show | SF
Come see real, live, up close, and uncaged comedians in an intimate environment at one of North Beach’s favorite watering holes, La Rocca’s corner. 21+ only. The show is free, the drinks are cheap with Happy Hour pricing all night, and the laughs are plenty. Hang with ...
“Housepitality” DJ Party & Free Champagne | SoMa
"Housepitality" DJ Party & Free Champagne | SoMa
Housepitality SF gives you a reason to come out dancing every Wednesday night with world-class artists and free champagne. Enjoy free champagne from 9-10 pm and $5 Jameson (with mention of Housepitality discount). The RSVP list closes at 6 pm on the day of the show. Housepitality DJ Night Every Wednesday ...
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