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SF’s Holiday Block Parties

Twinkling lights, carolers and seasonal sips await you all over the city.
By - posted 12/2/2016 No Comment

Check off your gift list at a slew of shopping strolls and block parties throughout the city and you’ll get to sip on seasonal libations, hear carolers, see twinkling lights and find that unique gift without having to go to a scary mall.

Happy holidays Funcheapers!


Sunday, December 1

“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)
Sunday, December 1 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Market & Noe
"Castro Art Mart" Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)

The Castro Art Mart Features LGBTQ Artists, Live Music, and Drag Performances every 1st Sunday of the month on Noe St and Market St (Next to the Lookout Bar), 11-5pm. Come enjoy this Free, Family & Friendly event hosted by Castro Merchants, while supporting local artists, ...Monthly

Thursday, December 5

SF’s New Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays”
Thursday, December 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Second Street (South of Market)
SF's New Monthly Block Party: "Downtown First Thursdays"

Get ready, San Francisco, for the return of this brand new free monthly party coming back to Downtown SF. A new, free, all-ages street party comes to Downtown SF every first Thursday of the month, from 5-10pm. Free kids activities, disco, two outdoor bars, live ...Monthly

Friday, December 6

North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach
North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)

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

North Beach Holiday Night Market (SF)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Outdoor Night Market
| Grant Avenue from Vallejo to Filbert
North Beach Holiday Night Market (SF)
Join Us for the North Beach Holiday Night Market! Step into the holiday magic of North Beach as we light up the neighborhood with cheer! Stroll down the iconic Grant Avenue and enjoy: Live Music & EntertainmentLocal Artists, Shops & MakersDelicious Food from Neighborhood FavoritesHoliday Activities for ...
“Oakland Art Murmur” 2024 (First Fridays Art Walk)
Friday, December 6 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Broadway/Telegraph
"Oakland Art Murmur" 2024 (First Fridays Art Walk)

Over 30 Oakland Art Murmur affiliate venues have coordinated openings on the first Friday of every month. Oakland Art Murmur presents a free monthly evening art walk, known as the ‘Art Murmur.” 2024 Update: Art Murmur is still on! Despite Oakland First Fridays being on ...Monthly

Saturday, December 7

Dogpatch Winter Market (SF)
Saturday, December 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free for all
| Dogpatch Neighborhood
Dogpatch Winter Market (SF)
Dogpatch Winter Market Join us in person for a cozy shopping experience filled with local vendors offering handmade crafts, artisanal foods, and more. Whether you’re looking for a special present or just want to soak up some holiday cheer, this market has something for everyone. Wander. ...
“MAPP” SF’s Free Art, Poetry & Concert Crawl in The Mission
Saturday, December 7 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | The Mission District
"MAPP" SF's Free Art, Poetry & Concert Crawl in The Mission

The Mission Arts Performance Project (MAPP) sprawls across more than a dozen venues as well as public spaces, secret gardens, street corners, BART stations, cafes, bars, taquerias, and homes all over La Mission typically starting in the afternoon and going until late. The event features ...

Sunday, December 8

La Peña’s Holiday Mercado: Shop Local Artisans & Crafts (Berkley)
Sunday, December 8 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | La Peña Cultural Center
La Peña's Holiday Mercado: Shop Local Artisans & Crafts (Berkley)
La Peña’s Annual Holiday Mercado – Buy Local for the Holidays! Find the perfect handcrafted gifts for your loved ones while supporting over 40 local artisans and vendors. Discover unique crafts, Latin American imports, and enjoy delicious traditional foods. Bring the whole family and shop ...

Friday, December 13

Union Square’s 2024 “Winter Walk” (Dec. 13-22)
Friday, December 13 – 10:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Lower Stockton Street
Union Square's 2024 "Winter Walk" (Dec. 13-22)

Winter Walk returns to Union Square from December 13 – 22, located on Stockton Street to O’Farrell to Post! This 10-day event will turn two blocks into a pedestrian plaza with lush turf, diverse food truck offerings, enticing bars, and Instagram-worthy arctic-themed décor. Enjoy live performances and ...

SF’s “Chinatown Night Market” 2024 (Every Second Friday)
Friday, December 13 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Chinatown (Grant Ave.)
SF's "Chinatown Night Market" 2024 (Every Second Friday)

Chinatown night markets are back! Kicking off March 8, 2024, and continuing the second Friday of the month throughout the rest of the year. Chinatown Night Market 2024 Every Second Friday | 5:30-9p Grant Ave. from Sacramento to Jackson, San Francisco FREE The Civic Joy ...Monthly

Sunday, December 22

Union Square’s 2024 “Winter Walk” (Final Day)
Sunday, December 22 – 10:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Lower Stockton Street
Union Square's 2024 "Winter Walk" (Final Day)

Winter Walk returns to Union Square from December 13 – 22, located on Stockton Street to O’Farrell to Post! This 10-day event will turn two blocks into a pedestrian plaza with lush turf, diverse food truck offerings, enticing bars, and Instagram-worthy arctic-themed décor. Enjoy live performances and ...

Thursday, January 2

SF’s New Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays”
Thursday, January 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Second Street (South of Market)
SF's New Monthly Block Party: "Downtown First Thursdays"

Get ready, San Francisco, for the return of this brand new free monthly party coming back to Downtown SF. A new, free, all-ages street party comes to Downtown SF every first Thursday of the month, from 5-10pm. Free kids activities, disco, two outdoor bars, live ...Monthly

Friday, January 3

North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)
Friday, January 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach
North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)

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

“Oakland Art Murmur” 2024 (First Fridays Art Walk)
Friday, January 3 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Broadway/Telegraph
"Oakland Art Murmur" 2024 (First Fridays Art Walk)

Over 30 Oakland Art Murmur affiliate venues have coordinated openings on the first Friday of every month. Oakland Art Murmur presents a free monthly evening art walk, known as the ‘Art Murmur.” 2024 Update: Art Murmur is still on! Despite Oakland First Fridays being on ...Monthly

Sunday, January 5

“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)
Sunday, January 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Market & Noe
"Castro Art Mart" Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)

The Castro Art Mart Features LGBTQ Artists, Live Music, and Drag Performances every 1st Sunday of the month on Noe St and Market St (Next to the Lookout Bar), 11-5pm. Come enjoy this Free, Family & Friendly event hosted by Castro Merchants, while supporting local artists, ...Monthly

Friday, February 7

North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)
Friday, February 7 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach
North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)

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