SF’s “Fern Alley Music Series” feat. Rojai and the Pocket

Welcome to the Fern Alley Music Series! Established in 2023, the Fern Alley Music Series has quickly become a beloved community event, celebrating music, art, and culture in the heart of the Lower Polk. ​

Experience the Fern Alley Music Series—where music, art, and community unite! Join us Saturdays, May–December 2025, for a vibrant marketplace featuring art, crafts, live painting, vintage finds, and local merchants.

Fern Alley Music Series
Saturdays, May – December, 2025
Fern Alley, Larkin St. and Polk St., SF
FREE | All Ages | Pet Friendly | No Smoking

2025 SCHEDULE:

• May 10 Season Kickoff– with Nilo Ayele & Friends – Experience the infectious Brazilian rhythms of Samba, Forró, and Axé with Nilo Ayele & Friends as they bring high-energy performance to the heart of Lower Polk. Get ready to dance, groove, and celebrate!
• May 24– feat. The Rusconators – Get ready for an afternoon of smooth grooves and funky beats! This exciting event will feature an electrifying performance by the Rusconators, led by the talented local musician and educator Kit Rusco.
• June 14 – Polk Pride – Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of LGBTQ+ pride, creativity, and community. We’re excited to present Polk Pride, an event dedicated to celebrating the incredible talent and contributions of LGBTQ+ musicians, DJs, artists, makers, and local nonprofit organizations.
• July 12 – with Michelle Lambert – Come enjoy Michelle’s show and bring your friends and family for a fun and entertaining experience! Her fiery red hair and colorful costumes will catch your eye and her songs will win your heart.
• July 26 – feat. Makrú – Landing in San Francisco from different parts of the world, various characters got together for different motives and goals at the end of 2008 and became Makrú, a musical tool to express their points of view, and ideals and support the causes they believe in, chasing equality and unifying people along the way while doing what they love.
• August 9 – Comedy Lands – Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, beats, and good vibes at Comedy Lands! We’re bringing together the best of stand-up comedy and the hottest DJ beats for a unique blend of humor and music you won’t want to miss.
• August 23 – with Brad Nofal and Friends – Join us for an afternoon of live music in the heart of Lower Polk. Come enjoy songs about the feeling of home, the ache of loneliness, the triumph of love, and the questions of life.
• September 13 – feat. Rojai and the Pocket – Where funk meets soul and love meets grit, the powerful vocal stylings of Jairo Vargas, aka Rojai (Row-Juh), merge elements to produce a raw soulful sound as distinct and unique as the San Francisco streets that bred him.
• October 25 – Polk-tober Market – Celebrate the season with autumn vibes, neighborhood charm, and cozy treats like hot chocolate and seasonal drinks. Bring your four-legged friends too—fall outfits encouraged! (Treats may be involved 🐾) Dress in your favorite Halloween-inspired look for extra festive fun!
• December 6 & 13 – Holiday Market – Festive Fun for All Ages – Enjoy the holiday spirit, bring your four-legged friends too holiday outfits encouraged! (Treats may be involved 🐾) Browse a vibrant marketplace featuring handcrafted goods, vintage finds, live art, and more. Every purchase helps sustain San Francisco’s creative community shop local and make a difference! – CANCELLED

Presented by: Music City Entertainment (501c3), Lower Polk CBD & Polk Neighbors.

Support local artists, makers, and merchants at the Fern Alley Music Series! Browse a vibrant marketplace featuring handcrafted goods, vintage finds, live art, and more. Every purchase helps sustain San Francisco’s creative community—shop local and make a difference!

• @dreaartist /Art
• @smitheye /Art
• @lucia_arts_and_crafts /Art
• @Jamals_Jewels /Jewlery
• @asalai_boutique /Clothing
• @artofmarchesano / Live Painting
• The Witches of Haight Ashbury /Tarot
• *More Vendors Coming Soon
• *Vendors, sign up here

ABOUT MUSIC CITY ENTERTAINMENT

Music City Entertainment is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting local musicians by providing commission-free performance opportunities. Through initiatives like the Fern Alley Music Series and the Songwriters Festival, we create platforms for artists to share their craft while enriching the cultural fabric of our communities.​

In addition to supporting musicians, we are committed to public programming that fosters accessibility to the arts, ensuring that live music and cultural experiences remain an integral part of our neighborhoods. By curating free and inclusive events, we bring people together, celebrate creativity, and strengthen community connections through the power of music.

 

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