< Thursday, October 22
Saturday, October 24 >
Friday, October 23
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
Harvest Festival: Original Art + Craft Show (Pleasanton)
SHOP. DISCOVER. EXPERIENCE HARVEST!
The Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Show is celebrating 54 years of bringing incredible artists, makers and shoppers together!
Shop an exciting collection of talented artists and makers and discover an amazing variety of handcrafted treasures you simply can’t find anywhere else! ...
Westbrae Pumpkin Patch 2026 in North Berkeley (Sept. 18 – Oct. 31)
Fall is just around the corner, and we’re excited to share a great local opportunity for families to enjoy a seasonal tradition while supporting our schools. Westbrae Nursery in North Berkeley, located at the corner of Gilman and Santa Fe, will host its annual pumpkin ...
“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
Free Tubi “Emochine” Mood Quiz + Watchlist Pop-Up in Oakland (Oct. 23-24)
Friday, October 23 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Oakland’s Prescott Market
On October 23 – 24, Tubi is bringing Emochine, a “mood machine,” to Prescott Market for a two-day interactive experience designed to get Oaklanders in touch with their feelings.
Take the quiz, find your mood, and Emochine will serve up a personalized list of what to ...
Sweet & Spooky: A Recchiuti Chocolate Experience (Hayes Valley)
Friday, October 23 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Hayes Valley
Sweet & Spooky: A Recchiuti Chocolate Experience ️
Savor handcrafted Recchiuti chocolates with a spooky twist! Enjoy sweet treats, festive flavors, and Halloween fun at the Ferry Building!!!
Hayes Valley – 465 Hayes St.
Sunday, October 23rd
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of ...
“Lower Polk Live” 2026 Free Music & Art Street Festival (SF)
Friday, October 23 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Polk Street
The 2nd Annual Lower Polk Live! is a free outdoor street festival on Polk Street in San Francisco, featuring live music performances by The Top Chefs and DJ JP Breganza, interactive turntable sessions with Skratchfight, local artists and makers, and soul line dancing with Westside ...
“Lower Polk Live!” Free Street Festival w/ Art, DJs, Live Music (SF)
Lower Polk Live! returns to Polk Street for a free neighborhood celebration of music, art, and community.
Experience an evening of live entertainment, local art, creative experiences, and more in the heart of Lower Polk. Featuring performances from Top Chefs, JP Breganza, and more.
Experience turntable culture ...
From The E: Fall Festival Night Market (Excelsior)
FREE COMMUNITY FUN!
From The E: Excelsior Night Market
Celebrate fall in the Excelsior!
Local craft vendors, food, and music for everyone to enjoy!
Details at https://www.fromtheesf.com
RSVP to enter the raffle to win fun prizes!
From the E: Fall Festival Night Market (SF)
Free Community Fun! Come join us at the monthly Excelsior Night Market for a night of food, fun, and community vibes! This is the place to be for unique crafts, entertainment and live music. Explore the diverse offerings from local vendors and connect with your ...
“Stranger Things” Laser Show: 80s Hits in the Dome (San Jose)
Friday, October 23 – 4:45 pm - Ends at 5:45 pm |
Cost: $16 | The Tech Interactive
LASERS! at The Tech: Stranger Things
Fans cannot get enough of the retro vibe of the hit series Stranger Things. Take a trip to the upside-down in the safety of the Dome Theater at The Tech Interactive. Experience the 1980s tunes and soundscapes from the show, ...
2026 Halloween Market w/ Tarot Readings + Humane Society Fundraiser (Berkeley)
Friday, October 23 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Donkey & Goat Winery
The Halloween Market at Donkey & Goat Winery in Berkeley is a free, all-ages community event and fundraiser for Berkeley Humane Society. The market features local artists, makers, tarot readings, live music by Lillian Frances, food vendors, and a table to learn about animal fostering. ...
$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
Free Halloween Game Night + Marina Candy Crawl (East Bay)
Join us for a spooky night of games and candy fun at the Waterfront Halloween Game Night & Marina Candy Crawl!
Waterfront Halloween Game Night
Join us in person for a spooktacular evening at the Waterfront Halloween Game Night featuring the Marina Candy Crawl! Get ready for ...
Free Outdoor Movie Night 2026 w/ Free Food + Free Popcorn (Parkside/Sunset)
🎬🍿 Movies in McCoppin is BACK for 2026! 🍿🎬 People of Parkside Sunset is excited to help bring outdoor movie nights back to our neighborhood! in October, grab your blankets, bring the kids, and join your neighbors at McCoppin Square. ✨ 📍 Taraval ...Every Friday
Free 30th Anniversary AIDS Benefit Art Party w/ Drag + Wine + Free Food (SF)
Art for AIDS is turning 30!
The Alliance Health Project is San Francisco’s nonprofit hub for mental health, sexual health, and education for LGBTQ+ and HIV-affected communities. Now, it’s time to celebrate our milestone anniversary of Art for AIDS.
Dust off an outfit that makes you feel ...
In Their Name: Día de Los Muertos 2026
Get your tickets to SOMArts’ annual Día de Los Muertos opening reception and exhibition unveiling featuring music by Las Hijas de la Madre, first look at the altars and installations, and a curated vendor market featuring one of a kind artworks and designs.
Curated by Bridgètt ...
Free Halloween “Carnival of Curiosities” w/ Circus Fun (SF’s Ocean Avenue)
Step right up for a FREE night of carnival games, circus performers, face painting, magic & more on Ocean Avenue!
Step right up for Carnival of Curiosities on Ocean Avenue; a free, family-friendly evening of carnival games, circus-inspired entertainment, treats, and a little bit of Halloween ...
SF’s Lighted Jellyfish Bloom w/ DJs + Glowing Tentacles (Ocean Beach)
Friday, October 23 – 6:30 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Sunset Dunes & Rivera (Ocean Beach)
Lighted Jellyfish Bloom is a Friday-evening dance gathering at Sunset Dunes & Rivera in San Francisco featuring DJs, illuminated jellyfish, and glowing tentacles near Ocean Beach. The event runs from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
Original Event Description:
_Third time’s a charm! The winds kept Olga from playing ...
