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Lake Merritt’s Massive Unofficial 2026 Juneteenth Block Party (Oakland)
Friday, June 19 – All Day |
Cost: FREE | Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt’s Massive Unofficial Juneteenth Block Party Returns
On Juneteenth 2026, Lake Merritt is expected to be one of Oakland’s biggest gathering spots, even though there isn’t one single official city-run festival at the lake. The city is actually closing roads around much of Lake Merritt ...
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
San Francisco Waterfront Summer Market: 3-Day Cultural Fest (Ferry Building)
Friday, June 19 – 10:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Ferry Building
EVENT WARNING – as of 6/17/26 The Eventbrite for this event has been removed with no notice and we don’t see it listed it listed on the Ferry Building website either. So in all likelihood this event is no longer happening. Experience a vibrant three-day ...
“Chelle! & Friends” (Kids’ Show) at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026
Friday, June 19 – 11:00 am - Ends at 12:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden
Fri, Jun 19 | 11:00am – 11:30am
Children’s Garden, Yerba Buena Gardens
799 Howard St.
San Francisco, CA
This children’s program has two shows: 11-11:30am with a repeat show 12-12:30pm.
Led by New Orleans-native Michelle Jacques, a soul-steeped vocalist with a big, bold voice, Chelle! & Friends bring to the Gardens a ...
King of the County BBQ & Music Festival (Martinez)
Make plans to join us Father’s Day Weekend for the King of the County BBQ & Music Festival present by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce. Three days of great food, live music, family fun, and community celebration! The festival kicks off Friday, June 19 from ...
2026 Juneteenth Festival at Oakland Museum of CA
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Oakland Museum of California with a full day of live music, food, art, dancing, and community programming honoring Black culture, creativity, and resilience.
OMCA’s annual Juneteenth festival transforms the museum campus into a lively celebration featuring performances from local and nationally recognized ...
“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
SF’s World Cup 2026 Watch Party at Underdogs Cantina (USA vs Australia)
Group Stage World Cup 2026 | USA vs AUSTRALIA | JUNE 19th, 2026 at 12 PM
Hella Juneteenth Festival 2026 w/ DJs (West Oakland)
Friday, June 19 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: $36.74 | Prescott Market
Hella Juneteenth Festival 2026 celebrates Black culture and freedom at Prescott Market in West Oakland with a headline DJ set by Ovrkast., performances by Bay Area DJs, Black-owned food vendors, classic lawn games, and family-friendly programming. The event features spaces for lounging, connecting, and curated ...
Juneteenth Community Clean-Up (Richmond)
Friday, June 19 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 7 Stars Holistic Healing Center
Join us for our annual Juneteenth Community Service Clean Up!
As we commemorate this significant day in history, let’s come together to honor the spirit of unity and progress. Participate in our clean-up efforts to beautify our community, and as a token of appreciation, all volunteers ...
Juneteenth 2026 Free Community BBQ at Hilltop Park (SF)
Friday, June 19 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Hilltop Park (BayView)
Celebrate Juneteenth with a free community BBQ at Hilltop Park.
Join us for an afternoon of good food, music, dancing, games, and community as we honor Black history, culture, resilience, and joy. Free cookout favorites (including vegetarian options), family-friendly activities, local resources, and opportunities to connect ...
Juneteenth Sing-Along Choral Celebration (Berkeley)
Join Candace Johnson in Amateur Music Network’s 6th Annual Juneteenth Choral Celebration! We will be strengthening alliances and connection across race and culture through singing together. Anyone who wishes to participate in an inspiring hour of singing the joyous American music of freedom is encouraged ...
Antioch’s Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration 2026
Friday, June 19 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Williamson Ranch Park
The Antioch Parks & Rec team is gearing up for JUNETEENTH 2026!
Take a look back at last year’s memories and mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on this beloved event.
Juneteenth will be on Friday June 19th at Williamson Ranch Park from 4:00pm-8:00pm.
Entertainment and ...
Free Valkyries Juneteenth Celebration at Thrive City (SF)
Friday, June 19 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 6:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Thrive City
The first-ever Valkyries Juneteenth Celebration at Thrive City, in collaboration with Black Joy Parade, hosted by Ryan Nicole. The event will feature music by DJ Nina Sol, spades, domino and Uno tables by UPLFTRS, crown making by Oakland-based Mannequin Madness, an art showcase by Zoë ...
“Drag Me Downtown” SF Pride Pop-Up Drag Show Series (2026)
Buckle up, buttercup! Drag Me Downtown, San Francisco’s signature pop-up drag show series, returns every Friday for Pride 2026! 4 Shows. 13 Performers. 100% San Francisco. Produced by the Downtown SF Partnership in collaboration with Bobby Friday—the creative force behind Haus of Friday—we’re celebrating year four with our ...Every Friday
$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
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...
“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)
Fort Mason Night Market returns for 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors & live music on the waterfront. San Francisco’s popular waterfront night market is back for 2026. The Fort Mason Night Market returns monthly from April through December, bringing together local food vendors, craft ...
“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
The Town’s favorite block party, Friday Nights at OMCA, is back for the 2026 season, inviting the Bay to kick off the weekend with the crew—whether family, friends, or neighbors. Join us every Friday, April–October, at 5 pm for a free evening of live music, interactive activities, ...Every Friday
Castro Night Market 2026 (March – Sept)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 18th St & Castro St
One of the Castro’s biggest street events is coming back for another season. The Castro Night Market returns for season two on Friday, March 20, 2026, taking over two blocks of 18th Street and turning them into a pedestrian-friendly night market filled with food, music, ...Monthly
