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Events for May 18, 2026

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Monday, May 18

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 Monday

9:00 amBay Area Golf Classic 2026 (Danville)  $375*
*Golf Outing, price per golfer is 375
America Innovates: Free 3-Day Innovation Expo at Fort Mason (May 16-18)

Step into the future at “America Innovates,” a free, family-friendly, three-day interactive expo coming to San Francisco’s Fort Mason Center from May 16–18, 2026. Co-hosted by Forbes and America250 during National Inventors Month, the immersive public experience will showcase innovations of the past, present and ...

6:00 pmSF Arcade Bar “Emporium” 8 Free Game Tokens for “Industry Night” (Every Monday)  FREE*
*8 free game tokens if you are part of the "industry"
6:30 pmInner Richmond Board Game Night (SF)  FREE
7:00 pm“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)  FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey

Get ready for TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood—a celebration of Oakland comedy and culture with a series of pop-up live shows across the Bay by HellaFunny. This HellaFunny comedy night takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night ...Every Monday

Free Monday Comedy Night in Downtown SF

Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a chic, upscale comedy club boasting avant-garde decor, an upstairs lounge and a roster of top-notch comedians. ...

“Future Headliners” Free Concert Night at Bottom of the Hill (SF)
Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No Ticket Required Free Admission
| Bottom of the Hill
Future Headliners (a Bay Area Rock Band extravaganza) lands at Bottom of the Hill on Monday, May 18, spotlighting the next generation of local artists in one of the city’s most beloved venues. Bringing together standout student bands from across the Bay, the lineup features ...
Free Ballet Classes with Kathy Mata
Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Alonzo King Lines Ballet
Come join Kathy for great classes for all levels.  Age starts at 16 years and up.
8:00 pmMirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)  FREE*
*free tickets, RSVP to ensure a spot, 21+
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