Events for May 9, 2026
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Saturday, May 9
SF Tech Week (May 9-16)
May 9-16, times vary, generally 10am-5pm
Connect, explore and grow your digital skills at SF Tech Week! From May 9-16, San Francisco Public Library and their community partners are offering free workshops, tutorials, presentations and tech support to help close the digital divide, make technology more ...
Free KQED Fest 2026: Open House + Block Party (SF)
Spend your Saturday in San Francisco’s Mission District at KQED’s headquarters for our free festive, all day open house and block party featuring educational activities, live music, food and other community fun!
Celebrate the Bay Area’s beloved public media station with live, on-stage moments from KQED, ...
Hamburger Eyes Gallery Tour with Ray Potes (SF Main Library)
Explore San Francisco Public Library’s newest exhibition, The Continuing Story of Life on Earth: 25 Years of Hamburger Eyes, with founder and editor Ray Potes. During the gallery tour, Potes will share stories behind some of the featured pieces and insights into the creation of ...
| 11:00 am | Mother’s Day Weekend Pop Up—Up to 40% Off (Oakland) | FREE |
“Off the Grid” Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)
San Francisco’s newest waterfront hangout is getting a weekly food party this spring. Off the Grid is launching a brand-new Saturday market at Treasure Island’s Cityside Park with food vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. from April 11 to May 16 (11 am to ...Every Saturday
SF’s “KQED Fest” Free Block Party + Open House (2026)
KQED Fest 2026 is a free, family-friendly block party and open house at KQED Headquarters in San Francisco’s Mission District. The event features live moments from KQED, NPR, and PBS programs, fireside chats, guided studio tours, interactive art, science activities, crafts, games, food trucks featured ...
KQED Fest 2026: Free Block Party + Open House (Mission, SF)
KQED Fest 2026 is a free block party and open house at the KQED Headquarters in San Francisco’s Mission District. Attendees can enjoy live moments from KQED, NPR, and PBS programs, fireside chats, studio tours, interactive activities, crafts, games, local food trucks, and live music ...
| 11:00 am | SF’s Hidden Scents: Mission Walking Tour | $20* *Early Bird: $20, Advance: $25, Door: $30 (15% off using code FUNCHEAP15)
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| 11:00 am | Fosse-Inspired Dance Workshop (Intermediate/Advanced) | $60* *No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds
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| 11:30 am | Senja by Maddie: London Pop-Up in Oakland (May 9-10) | FREE |
SF’s “Live on Larkin” AAPI Heritage Month Block Party (2026)
Live on Larkin, a new series of free street events on Larkin Street, kicks off on May 9th with the 5th Annual AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Heritage Month Block Party.
Check out live music, a fashion show, cultural performances, K-Pop DJ Sets & Karaoke, ...
| 12:00 pm | Free Beginner Parkour “Urban Ninja” Class | FREE |
Rock’n Turk Music Festival: Free Outdoor Fest + Turkish Food (SF)
FREE Outdoor Music Festival + Turkish Food | Benefit for Kids’ EducationFAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT.Two of the Bay Area’s most popular Turkish bands MECHANICAL TURK and ALATURCA CONNECTION, and one of San Francisco’s most entertaining brass bands MISSION DELIRIUM will take the stage in the heart of ...
Free Mother’s Day Event in SF Chinatown w/ Live Performances, Flowers & Raffles
Commercial Street. Enjoy a festive afternoon of live dance and vocal performances, a fashion show, guzheng music, flowers and gifts for moms, raffles, merchant booths, family-friendly games, and photo opportunities. Guests can also enjoy hands-on activities like an Aromatherapy Plaster Flower Workshop and a “Message ...
The 36th Annual May Madness Car Show and Parade (San Rafael)
San Rafael will rumble back to life as the 36th Annual May Madness Car Show & Parade returns on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
This free, family-friendly event, the longest-running car show and parade in Northern California, features over 200 classic cars, hot rods, and customs lining ...
| 12:00 pm | Eco SF School Farm Volunteer Work Day | SF | FREE |
Youth Art Exchange Presents: Youth Art Summit (SF)
The 2026 Youth Art Summit brings together young artists, arts organizations, creative businesses, educators, and community members for a day centered on youth creativity and opportunity. This annual event creates space for connection, collaboration, and visibility across San Francisco’s youth arts ecosystem.
Youth Art Summit 2026 ...
Huge Free Waterfront Concert: Om Records 30th Anniv. Bash
San Francisco’s run of big, free outdoor concerts is not slowing down. The next major waterfront party has just been announced, bringing another afternoon of live music to the heart of downtown.
A massive free concert is coming to Embarcadero Plazåa on Saturday, May 9, 2026 ...
| 2:00 pm | “Sketchboard”: Figure Drawing Art Class & Live Music | SF | $5* *Donation-based admission: $5-15
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SF’s Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026 Kickoff: Live Salsa Dance Party
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival kicks off with a salsa dance party featuring the great New York sonero Hermán Olivera y Orquesta Taíno. At the center of NYC’s Latin music scene since the late 1970s, Olivera is known for keeping company with the greatest instrumentalists in salsa and ...
North Beach Small Business Treasure Hunt
You are invited to a free Small Business Treasure Hunt happening here in North Beach this Saturday May 9th.
@San.FranciscoVintage has partnered with @happyhousesf to bring together a social treasure hunt with over 20 small businesses in North Beach during small business week.
We’re asking attendees to ...
8th Annual AAPI Fest + Free Bowling (Daly City)
NOTE: TICKET NOT REQUIRED – Just come by! Must register for free bowling though at overthefog.com
We’re excited to announce the return of our festival celebrating local Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture and contributions! Our AAPI Fest is a FREE local family-friendly celebration organized ...
| 3:00 pm | 4th Annual Sip & Stroll (San Anselmo) | $25* *$25 to $50 Wine tasting=$50. Non-alcoholic option=$25
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65th Annual Potrero Hill Artists’ Exhibition: Opening Reception
Opening reception May 9, 6-9pm, exhibition on display May 9 – August 28
Attend the opening reception of the Potrero Hill Artists’ Exhibition, San Francisco’s longest running annual art show. Hosted at San Francisco Public Library’s Potrero Branch, the exhibition was organized by a group of ...
San Francisco Mother’s Day Weekend Comedy Festival 2026 (May 8-10)
Top mom comics highlight 3-day comedy festival at The Function with happy hour all night on Mother’s Day, May 10th Mother’s Day Weekend Comedy Festival 2026 at The Function Get Tickets – FREE with RSVP (21+) Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with killer comedy, top mom ...
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
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 ...
