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Friday, July 3

Free National Parks Admission for Independence Day Weekend (July 3-5, 2026)

Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments, including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park, and ...

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

10:00 amRed, White + Play Fest: Unlimited Games, BBQ + Live Music (Daly City)  $28.25
All DayHistory Museum: Free First Fridays (Redwood City)  FREE
All DayFree Admission Day at Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History  FREE
Hollister Independance Rally: 4th of July Biker Fest + Motorcycle Rally (July 3-4) | 2026
Friday, July 3 – 10:00 am - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Many events are free, but there are ticketed concerts and other.
| Downtown Hollister

The Hollister Rally began in 1947. It is believed to be the birth place of the American Biker and was the inspiration for the powerful 1953 cult classic movie, The Wild One, starring Marlon Brando and Lee Marvin. The cast, adorned in leather jackets, introduced ...

“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

4th of July Weekend at Angel Island State Park (Tiburon) To celebrate July 4th and the 250th Anniversary of the United States, Angel Island State Park is hosting special activities for the entirety of the long weekend: enjoy music and food, experience living history, and meet descendants with personal connections to the island’s history! Activities will ...
12:00 pmRussian River “Big Rocky Games” 2026 in Monte Rio  FREE
“San Francisco Mime Troupe” Musical in the Park: 2026 Season Opener
Friday, July 3 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
| Mission Dolores Park

The Tony Award-winning San Francisco Mime Troupe returns for its 2026 season with free and lively performances in park settings around the Bay Area. San Francisco Mime Troupe | 2026 Free political theater & music in parks around the Bay Area Various dates: July 3 ...

2:00 pmStockton | Minor League Baseball – July 3rd Show | 2026  FREE*
*Free to watch from outside the stadium. Game tickets start at $11.50
3:00 pm“Block Fest” Tenderloin Arts Festival & Free Art Making | SF  FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
4:00 pmSebastopol’s 3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza Festival | 2026  $20*
*$20 for adult admission
Free “Alice in Wonderland” Summer Outdoor Theater (Berkeley)
Friday, July 3 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free of Charge, Free Reservations accepted
| John Hinkel Park
Actors Ensemble’s first production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park Amphitheater is “Alice in Wonderland”, adapted by Brainerd Duffield from the book by Lewis Carroll and directed by Michael Sally. Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with ...
4:00 pmFree Summer Fashion: Exclusive Shopping + Designer Pop-Up (SF)  FREE*
*RSVP
North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach

On the first Friday of every month, over a dozen North Beach galleries, museums, bars, and restaurants stay open late for a self-guided First Fridays Art Crawl with special events to showcase the ever-growing collections of art and entertainment that diversify North Beach. First Fridays Art Crawl ...Monthly

Union Square’s Free “Salsa in the Square” Night Party (Every 4th Friday)
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park

SALSA IN THE SQUARE IS BACK! We Officially Start Our 2026 Season on FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD 5pm–8pm FREE EVENT with DJ JuanLove & Pablo Dinámico UNION SQUARE 350 Powell Street San Francisco 5pm – 8pm DJ JuanLove will keep you moving with the best Cuban ...Monthly

Richmond | Waterfront Family Festival & Fireworks | 2026
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Marina Bay Park
City of Richmond presents the Annual 3rd of July Fireworks Showcase for 2026. Join us on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Marina Bay Park for our annual community celebration featuring music, food, and activities for all ages. The evening will ...
$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
| Monroe

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

5:00 pmWine, Mahjong + Fireworks Eve: Free Fourth of July Kickoff (Richmond)  FREE*
*FREE - $15.55 (VIP)
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, July 3 – 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 ...

El Cerrito’s WorldOne Festival “Tardeada” Pre-Party
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Cerrito Vista Park

Back for the 28th year, the 2026 worldOne Festival is El Cerrito California’s largest event of the entire year! Join 12,000+ of your closest friends + neighbors for a splendid day of music, art, commUnity, relaxation, and fun on the welcoming, spacious lawn + adjacent ...

South First Fridays Art Walk (San Jose)
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | SoFA District (San Jose)

Join an eclectic evening of arts and culture in downtown San Jose’s SoFA district (and beyond) every first Friday of the month. Please note that South First Fridays is typically canceled in July and January due to the holidays. South First Fridays hours depend on ...Monthly

5:00 pmBaukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)  FREE
“Oakland First Fridays” Street Festival
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Telegraph & 27th

Oakland First Fridays is an immersive art and community experience on the first Friday of each month from 5-9:30pm for five huge blocks on Telegraph Avenue between 27th Street & 22nd Street. Photography from @skyhighoakland via Oakland First Fridays Oakland’s KONO district (Koreatown/Northgate) springs to life ...Monthly

“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

5:30 pmSt. Helena’s Third of July Independence Day Festival | 2026  FREE
Stockton | Hilton 4th of July Waterfront Fireworks Show on the Delta | 2026
Friday, July 3 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Mandeville Tip County Park
Every year, boaters flock from all over to catch the mesmerizing firework display that illuminates the Delta waters with a dazzling array of lights. It’s a truly spectacular event that promises a delightful evening for families and folks of all ages. Gather up the kids and ...
Morgan Hill | “Family Fest” July 3rd Patriotic Sing & Music Fest | 2026
Friday, July 3 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center
2026 Parade Theme: “America: Celebrating 250 Years of Dreamers, Doers and Believers” PATRIOTIC SING Friday, July 3, 37th Annual Patriotic Sing, 6 p.m., Community Cultural Center The Patriotic Sing will be returning to the Morgan Hill Amphitheater for our July 3rd program. We would like to have any soldiers ...
6:00 pmLatin Beats + Fresh Sangria: Outdoor Dance Party (Rodeo)  $15*
*Tickets required for 12+ | Table purchase available
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