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Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
, the de Young offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require the full admission price. Saturdays feature engaging art experiences for the entire family, ...Every Saturday
Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
the Legion of Honor offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Advanced tickets are required, and capacity is limited due to COVID-19 precautions. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require ...Every Saturday
SFMOMA’s New 75,000 Floating Kites Canopy Debuts
75,000 hand-built kites are coming to San Francisco and you can walk right under them for free.
A massive new installation, Jacob Hashimoto: Giant Arc, is transforming the free public Roberts Family Gallery at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art into a floating canopy of ...
2026 Oakland Chinatown StreetFest (Aug. 22-23)
Saturday, August 22 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Oakland Chinatown
The Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome you back to the Oakland Chinatown StreetFest on August 22–23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For two days, Oakland Chinatown will celebrate with lion dances, live entertainment, delicious food, local artists, family-friendly activities, ...
SF’s Gold Rush Days Festvial: Singing, Panning + Feasting at Pier 35 (Aug 22-23)
Saturday, August 22 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: $40 | Pier 35
Join us as we re-live the rip-roaring, singing, dancing, flim-flam peddling, gold-panning, gambling, feasting, blazing, early days of the city built on GOLD! When: August 22 & 23, 2026, 10:00am – 6:00pm Where: Pier 35, along the Embarcadero, San Francisco Presented by Red Barn Productions ...
SF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)
Max out your ski or snowboarding skills with House of Air’s Adult Slopestyle Workshop – designed to push your limits in a controlled, high-energy environment. Beginners and seasoned free skiers and boarders alike will make rapid improvement with our expert instruction and guidance. In this ...
Free ReMarket: Mending Workshop + Vintage Sale (SF)
The ReMarket is back! Recycle, reuse, revive and reimagine preloved objects, learn to mend or bring something to have mended. Shop local, vintage, upcycled and globally curated fashion, home goods, and art.
SPCA’s “Clear the Shelters” Free Adoption Event (SF)
Saturday, August 22 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | SF SPCA Adoption Center (Mission)
The San Francisco SPCA is hosting free adoptions, waiving adoption fees on all animals for one day only on Saturday, August 22. There will be adoptable puppies, kittens, dogs and cats, as well as family-friendly fun, food, and more. Snuggle buddies, walking partners, and pint-sized ...
Student Discount Day: 15% Off Back-to-School Shopping (Buffalo Exchange)
Back to school shopping breaking the bank? Get everything you need to start the new semester in style at Buffalo Exchange! Receive 15% off your entire purchase at all Buffalo Exchange locations (including the Buffalo Outlets!) on Saturday, 8/22. To get the deal, just show ...
Rockridge Free “Rock-N-Stroll” w/ 20+ Bands, 50+ Local Artists (2026)
Art Bazaar with over 50 Local Artists • 20+ Street Performances from Local Bands • Pop Ups • Tastings • Offers & More
Discover one of Oakland’s most unique neighborhood celebrations during Rock-N-Stroll in the Rockridge District. Stroll a mile of College Avenue and its side ...
Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
The Whale’s Tale is a seasonal, open-air destination for live music, food and drinks, community programming and relaxing afternoons. Open Saturdays and Sundays and select holidays beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Whale’s Tail features a rotating lineup of musical acts throughout the season, weekly free ...Every Saturday
Summer of Love at PIER 39 (Aug. 22-23)
Saturday, August 22 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Pier 39
Celebrate the Summer of Love at PIER 39 with two days of FREE live music, iconic waterfront views, and peace and love inspired experiences. Browse Grateful Dead & Summer of Love memorabilia, enjoy interactive activities, discover special offers throughout The PIER, and support a great cause. See unique Grateful Dead & Summer of Love memorabilia and shop themed ...
SF’s Free OMI Black Book Fair + Back-to-School Bash: Free Books and Art (2026)
OMI Cultural Participation Project invites the general public to “Don’t Disturb This Groove: An Inter-Generational Black Book Fair & Back-to-School Experience”.
This isn’t just an event. It’s a movement, a vibe, and a glimpse into the future we create together.
Welcome to a space where Black stories ...
La Liga Season Opener: Real Madrid vs. Espanyol at Underdogs Cantina (SF)
Saturday, August 22 – 12:30 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Underdogs Cantina
Peña Madridista San Francisco proudly invite you to join us at Underdogs Cantina to watch the La Liga match between Real Madrid Vs Espanol.
Madridistas Season Opener
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 12:30p – 3:30p
Underdogs Cantina, 128 King Street, SF
FREE
The San Francisco Bay Area is a diverse ...
Bay Area Chocolate Chip Cookie Festival (Palo Alto)
Saturday, August 22 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Museum of American Heritage
Bring the whole family to a free end-of-summer bash and a celebration of America’s most iconic dessert!
Cookies & milk
LEGO® building & historic games
Face painting
Live music in a garden
Antique tech museum
RSVP here:
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Parkapalooza 2026: Free Community Party + Pup Parade (Crocker Amazon Park)
Join us on the football field at Crocker Amazon Park on Saturday August 22. Let’s all show up and prove how much we appreciate the natural grass, trees and community vibe!! Bring a pie to share, bring a blanket to spread. We have a pup ...
BAPE in the Bay 2026: Free Japanese Streetwear SF Block Party w/ DJs (Union Square)
Saturday, August 22 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Plaza
BAPE hosts a free public block party at Union Square Plaza to belatedly celebrate the June opening of its first Northern California store. The event features music,games, prizes, food, and special guests, offering a community celebration for fans of the Japanese streetwear brand.
According to KQED ...
