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MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

Every 2nd Saturday
Saturday, July 11, 2026 - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Museum of the African Diaspora | 685 Mission St, San Francisco, CA

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MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD, a contemporary art museum, celebrates Black cultures, ignites challenging conversations, and inspires learning through the global lens of the African Diaspora.

Monthly Free Day
MoAD hosts a ‘‍THRIVE @ MoAD Community Day’ every second Saturday with free admission to all of its exhibitions. Check the events calendar to confirm, as free days sometimes change.

MoAD Hours
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday – Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
Thursday – Noon to 8 pm

Admission

– General Admission – $15
– Seniors, Students, Educators  – $7
– Youth (Under 12) – Free
– Members & Active Duty Military – Free

Visiting with kids:
Kids and families receive a warm welcome at MoAD. Our elevator makes it easy to navigate with a stroller, and kids ages 12 and under always receive free admission.

Museums For All:
Visit MoAD through Museums for All
– Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 700 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card. Free entry is available for up to 4 individuals per EBT card.

Special Exhibitions for 2026

Continuum: MoAD Over Time
MoAD Artists
October 1, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
A special exhibition highlighting the evolution of MoAD artists over time.


UNBOUND: Art, Blackness & the Universe
Curated by Key Jo Lee
October 1, 2025 – August 16, 2026
Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
Spanning all three floors, this expansive exhibition explores art, Blackness, and the cosmos.

 

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Free Museum Day, In Person
Address: 685 Mission St, San Francisco, CA

Saturday, July 11, 2026

8:00 am   Clint Black: Live at Graton Resort & Casino (Rohnert Park)  $59.50*
*Must be 21+ to attend Ticket Prices: $59.50, $69.50 and $79.50 plus applicable fees
9:00 am   Trail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda’s Lost Trails | SF  FREE
10:30 am   Golden Gate Park “Singing in the Park” Community Party (SF)  FREE*
*Completely Free
11:00 am   50th Annual San Francisco Free Folk Festival (Golden Gate Park)  FREE
11:00 am   New Farm’s Summer “Library Day” Festival + Meet Goats (SF)  FREE
11:00 am   2026 “Pub in the Park” Giant Inflatables + Summer Picnic Party (Redwood City)  FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
12:00 pm   West Oakland Prescott Craft Market: 50+ Vendors & DJs (2026)  FREE
12:00 pm   Free Beginner Parkour “Urban Ninja” Class  FREE
12:00 pm   Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)  FREE*
*Free admission and entertainment for all ages. Dogs and bikes welcome. Food and beverages available for purchase.
12:00 pm   Eco SF School Farm Volunteer Work Day | SF  FREE
1:00 pm   Pacific Feats Festival 2026 at SF’s Palace of Fine Arts (July 11-12)  $43.60*
*Early Bird general admission per day. $76.65 Early Bird Weekend Pass. Limited anniversary giveaways for first 100 and 250 ticket buyers; prices increase after lineup announcement.
2:00 pm   “San Francisco Mime Troupe” Live Summer Musical in the Park (2026)  FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
2:00 pm   Weekend Session w/ Lady Wray (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)  
2:00 pm   “Sketchboard”: Figure Drawing Art Class & Live Music | SF  $5*
*Donation-based admission: $5-15
3:00 pm   Dolly Parton Hoot 20th Anniversary w/ Bands & Sing-Along (El Rio)  FREE
4:00 pm   “Summer Games & Soccer Art” Free Festival at The Village at San Antonio Center  FREE*
*Event registration encouraged.
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $25 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   Detroit’s Finest: Babyface Ray + 42 Dugg Concert (UC Theatre)  $53
7:00 pm   “Golden Gate Comedy Night” SF’s Most Intimate Comedy Club  FREE*
*Free with RSVP. 21+
8:30 pm   Saturday Write Fever: Insta-Plays Written & Performed | SF  FREE
9:00 pm   “FirstClass: Departure” DJ Saturday Nights | Oakland  FREE
9:00 pm   SF Neo-Futurists “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)  $18.60*
*$13 + roll of a die at the door, OR $16 online. Group discounts—bring friends!
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