San Francisco's Summer Festivals & Street Fairs (2023)
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco
San Francisco's Summer Festivals & Street Fairs (2023)
All the 2023 dates for 40+ of SF's most fun festivals and street fairs including Fleet Week, Opera in the Park, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Autumn Moon Festival and more
The Watch Party Live Presented by Google Pixel and AT&T 5G
San Francisco, Sponsored
The Watch Party Live Presented by Google Pixel and AT&T 5G
Coming June 1st, an exclusive invite in San Francisco to meet an NBA Legend, plus enjoy a Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Bar
Angel Island's Epic Festival is Back for 2023
Brand New, Fairs & Festivals, Healing, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco
Angel Island's Epic Festival is Back for 2023
Back for the first time since 2019, your $10 ticket gets you a round trip ferry ride, free shuttle, free lunch and museum admission
New Study To Look at Fare Evasion on BART
Bay Area Updates, Transportation
New Study To Look at Fare Evasion on BART
BART loses up to $25 million each year on fare evasion and conducting new study to unravel how best to deal with the problem
Free Monthly Museum Days
Get Out: Events, Museums / Cultural Institutions
Free Monthly Museum Days
Our guide to the best free monthly museum days in the Bay Area for 2023/2024
Golden Gate Park's "Golden Mile" Beer Garden Opens for 2023
Bars, Only in San Francisco, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco
Golden Gate Park's "Golden Mile" Beer Garden Opens for 2023
The permits came through just in time. SF's "Golden Mile" Beer Garden opens just in time for Memorial Day Weekend
Bay Area's Epic $10 Inflatable Water Park Opens (Summer 2023)
Fun & Games, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, Summer, Swimming / Waterparks
Bay Area's Epic $10 Inflatable Water Park Opens (Summer 2023)
Memorial Day Weekend sees the opening of floating slides, climbing walls, bridges, balance beams, jumps, an in-water sports court in Santa Rosa
Historic 1919 North Beach "Broadway Studios" Up for Auction
Goodbye, San Francisco
Historic 1919 North Beach "Broadway Studios" Up for Auction
Got $2.15 million? You can make a starting bid on a massive venue that hosted shows by Louis Armstrong, Robin Williams, the Go-Gos and Dave Chappelle.

Thursday, June 1, 2023

7:00 am   “Summer of Caltrain” Kickoff w/ Free Philz Coffee (SF, Palo Alto, Hillsdale)   FREE
11:00 am   Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum   FREE*
*Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits
12:30 pm   “The Howard Wiley Show” Free Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Concert   FREE
1:00 pm   SFMOMA’s “Free First Thursdays” Free Museum Day for Locals (2023)   FREE*
*All residents of the nine Bay Area counties are invited to spend a day at the museum on us! From 1–8 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month, Bay Area residents can enjoy SFMOMA’s galleries filled with lively and inspiring art and related events — for free.
5:00 pm   Asian Art Museum’s $10 Thursday Nights (SF)   $10*
*General admission tickets are $10 for adults, $8.50 for seniors, students and youths (age 13-17).   
5:00 pm   Mucho Mambo: Monthly Salsa Dance Lesson & Party at Salesforce Park (SF)   FREE*
*free to everyone
5:00 pm   SF’s Brand New “Drag Me Downtown” Summer Pop Ups (June 2023)   FREE
5:00 pm   The Watch Party Live Presented by Google Pixel and AT&T 5G   FREE*
*RSVP Required at ATT.com/PixelWatchParty

Pick Date

Thursday, June 1

“The Howard Wiley Show” Free Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Concert
Thursday, June 1 – 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
"The Howard Wiley Show" Free Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Concert

The 2023 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival hosts a full lineup of free outdoor music, theater, circus, dance, poetry, and children’s programs. The Festival opens on Saturday, May 6 at 1:00pm with John Santos Sextet + The Afro-Peruvian Coalition. Now in its 23rd year, the Festival will ...

Asian Art Museum’s $10 Thursday Nights (SF)
Asian Art Museum's $10 Thursday Nights (SF)

Looking for a great date night on the cheap? The Asian Art Museum is open until 8 pm on Thursdays and general admission is just $10 (that’s half-off). Plus Special exhibitions are now included with general admission tickets! You can spend an evening in their ...Every Thursday

SF’s Brand New “Drag Me Downtown” Summer Pop Ups (June 2023)
Thursday, June 1 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Schroeder's
SF's Brand New "Drag Me Downtown" Summer Pop Ups (June 2023)

Mark your calendars for Drag Me Downtown, a series of fierce pop-up drag shows each Thursday throughout the month of June 2023. Featuring new performers at a new venue each week, this sequin studded series will help support our favorite local businesses while also serving as ...Every Thursday

The Watch Party Live Presented by Google Pixel and AT&T 5G
Thursday, June 1 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required at ATT.com/PixelWatchParty
| AT&T 1 Powell Flagship Store
The Watch Party Live Presented by Google Pixel and AT&T 5G
You’re invited to an exclusive private event at the AT&T Flagship Store at 1 Powell in San Francisco. Watch Game 1 of the NBA Finals presented by YouTube TV. At this special event hosted by Angelina Narvaez from WILD 94.9, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, plus ...
FREE: Oakland Comedy Night at “Golden State Lounge” (6pm Show)
FREE: Oakland Comedy Night at "Golden State Lounge" (6pm Show)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show ...

“Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show
"Puff Puff Laugh" SF's Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show

Barbary Coast upholds a tradition of “higher” quality in San Francisco. For the first time ever, HellaFunny is taking over SF’s premier cannabis lounge, Barbary Coast, for a night of “Puff Puff Laugh.” That’s right… it’s the first comedy show in San Francisco where you can (legally ...Every Thursday

“Summer of Caltrain” Kickoff w/ Free Philz Coffee (SF, Palo Alto, Hillsdale)
Thursday, June 1 – 7:00 am | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
"Summer of Caltrain" Kickoff w/ Free Philz Coffee (SF, Palo Alto, Hillsdale)
“Summer of Caltrain” Debuts June 1 Starting June 1 through August 31, Caltrain will debut its “Summer of Caltrain” events to engage with riders all summer long. Caltrain will host events at various stations along the corridor from San Francisco to the South Bay. There will be ...
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum
Free First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum

The UC Berkeley Art Museum is the visual arts center of the University of California, Berkeley. Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected and globally relevant, engaging audiences from the campus, community, and beyond. Through art and ...Monthly

SFMOMA’s “Free First Thursdays” Free Museum Day for Locals (2023)
SFMOMA's "Free First Thursdays" Free Museum Day for Locals (2023)

All residents of the nine Bay Area counties are invited to spend a day at the museum on us! From 1–8 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month, Bay Area residents can enjoy SFMOMA’s galleries filled with lively and inspiring art and related events ...Monthly

SF DocFest Opening Night Art Show and Afterparty
SF DocFest Opening Night Art Show and Afterparty
All are welcome to join the cast and crew of the SF DocFest Opening Night Film 26.2 to Life for a free-to-all after party around the corner from the Roxie at the 518 Valencia Gallery. Ronnie Goodman was the person that came up with the idea of ...

Friday, June 2

FREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktails (2023)
FREE: Oakland's HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktails (2023)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show ...

SF’s Summer Beer & Comedy Festival 2023 (Speakeasy Brewery)
Friday, June 2 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with secret code FUNCHEAPGUEST. Normally $5-15.
| Speakeasy Brewery
SF's Summer Beer & Comedy Festival 2023 (Speakeasy Brewery)

Speakeasy Ales & Lagers has been defiantly brewing small batches of beer in San Francisco’s Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood since 1997. Come celebrate this legacy with a special pop-up comedy festival every Friday night. Special Cinco de Mayo Comedy Festival! Friday, May 5, 2023 – 7pm and ...Every Friday

“Comedians with Criminal Records” Live in SF (2023)
Friday, June 2 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free w/ secret code FUNCHEAPGUEST
| Mayes Oyster House
"Comedians with Criminal Records" Live in SF (2023)

Crime is no laughing matter in San Francisco… unless it’s Comedians with Criminal Records – a unique showcase of professional comics who’ve had troubles with the law in the past. In addition to an hilarious comedy set, you’ll also hear the back-story of the comedian ...Every Saturday

“Crazy Funny Asians” Comedy Show + Dim Sum: Live in Chinatown (SF)
Friday, June 2 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated.
| Chi Lounge / Imperial Palace (Chinatown)
"Crazy Funny Asians" Comedy Show + Dim Sum: Live in Chinatown (SF)

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area’s top comedians at San Francisco’s Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase, presented by Funcheap and HellaFunny. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Asian-American culture and heritage with laughs. Deep in mystical Chinatown, located inside the Imperial Palace ...Every Friday

40% off Tix: Acclaimed Camp Comedy “The Confession of Lily Dare” in SF
40% off Tix: Acclaimed Camp Comedy “The Confession of Lily Dare” in SF

Infamous madame Lily Dare is on her road to ruin – paved with good intentions – in this campy and captivating comedy by Charles Busch. Playing at New Conservatory Theatre Center May 12-June 11. “The Confession of Lily Dare” Regional Premiere by Charles Busch May ...

ILLENIUM Live at Chase Center (SF)
Friday, June 2 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $49.50*
*Tickets start at 49.50 for reserved seating (plus fees)
| Chase Center
ILLENIUM Live at Chase Center (SF)

One of the most successful crossover electronic artists today, Grammy® nominated producer/DJ and instrumentalist ILLENIUM brings his epic new live show to San Francisco’s Chase Center for an amazing experience on June, 2-3, 2023. Tickets start at $49.50. ILLENIUM Live – Friday, June 2, 2023 ...

“The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)
"The Stoner Comedy Jam" Friday Nights (SF)

You know what makes stand-up comedy funnier? Smoking while watching it live! Come to San Francisco’s premiere cannibus club Moe Greens every Friday night for a night of laughter and, well, getting stoned. HellaFunny is taking over the cannabis lounge at Moe Greens for the ...Every Friday

Contemporary Jewish Museum Free Admission Day (First Fridays)
Friday, June 2 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Contemporary Jewish Museum
Contemporary Jewish Museum Free Admission Day (First Fridays)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum engages audiences of all  backgrounds through dynamic exhibitions and programs that explore contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history, art, and ideas. And the architecture of the Museum itself is a work of art. Embracing a range of artistic disciplines and media, ...Monthly

“Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)
"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

Stern Grove RSVPs Opens at 2p: Santigold (7/2)
Friday, June 2 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are appreciated. Advanced Tickets required
| Stern Grove
Stern Grove RSVPs Opens at 2p: Santigold (7/2)

The 2023 lineup for the Stern Grove Festival just got released for free summer concerts in the park and it’s another stellar lineup. Free RSVPs open for the first concert on May 18th and 2pm – you can reserve up to 4 spots. RSVPs open ...

South First Fridays Art Walk (San Jose)
Friday, June 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | SoFA District (San Jose)
South First Fridays Art Walk (San Jose)

Join an eclectic evening of arts and culture in downtown San Jose’s SoFA district (and beyond) every first Friday of the month. South First Fridays resumes June 4, 2021 – please note the hours depend on the gallery. Facebook seems to have the most updated ...Monthly

North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)
Friday, June 2 – 5:00 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

Road Trip: Sacramento’s Free Summer 2023 Concerts (June 2)
Friday, June 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Cesar Chavez Plaza Sacramento
Road Trip: Sacramento's Free Summer 2023 Concerts (June 2)

Concerts In The Park Return May 5! We can’t wait to see you in Cesar Chavez Plaza every Friday night May 5 – July 28 (except July 7) from 5 – 9 PM. Concerts in the Park is always free and always fun with a ...

“Oakland First Fridays” Street Festival
Friday, June 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Telegraph & 27th
"Oakland First Fridays" Street Festival

Oakland First Fridays is an immersive art and community experience on the first Friday of each month from 5-9 pm for five huge blocks on Telegraph Avenue from West Grand to 27th Street. Photography from @skyhighoakland via Oakland First Fridays Oakland’s KONO district (Koreatown/Northgate) springs ...Monthly

“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Night Market & Food Truck Party (2023)
Friday, June 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
| Fort Mason Center
"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Night Market & Food Truck Party (2023)

California’s largest nighttime street food festival is back in San Francisco every Friday beginning March 24, 2023! Off the Grid: Fort Mason Center returns for its 13th season celebrating the variety, diversity and passion of the Bay Area food truck scene and beyond. With over ...Every Friday

“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Reconnect with family, friends, and community at OMCA every Friday night – a weekly free outdoor experience with food trucks and music. These free events provide a gathering place to come together each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid food trucks, and ...Every Friday

$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)
Friday, June 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
| Monroe
$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

Redwood City Music on the Square 2023 (June 2 – Sept. 1)
Friday, June 2 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free! All Ages!
| Courthouse Square
Redwood City Music on the Square 2023 (June 2 - Sept. 1)

Welcome to Music on the Square 2023… featuring an exceptional summer of free outdoor concerts lined up from June 2 through September 1. Celebrate our 17th year with us by enjoying FREE music for fourteen weeks throughout the summer on Friday evenings! With top-quality local ...Every Friday

2023 Mother’s Day Luminaria Display at Presidio Tunnel Tops (2023)
Friday, June 2 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Optional: Purchase a luminary bag for $25 to honor or memorialize a loved one!
| Presidio Park Tunnel Tops
2023 Mother's Day Luminaria Display at Presidio Tunnel Tops (2023)
The San Francisco LUMINARIA is a whimsical display of personalized luminaria bags (purchased for $25 from donors across the globe) to honor and memorialize loved ones. This year’s display will be held at the Presidio Tunnel Tops on June 2nd, 2023 from 6-9p. Free to watch, ...
SF Pride 2023 Kickoff Party at Castro Theater
Friday, June 2 – 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Castro Theatre
SF Pride 2023 Kickoff Party at Castro Theater
Join us June 2nd for a fabulous kick-off celebration at the historic Castro Theatre, “SF Pride 2023 Kick-Off: A Night of Queer Entertainment”. Featuring a jaw-dropping lineup of Bay Area legends across art forms such as drag, theatre, music and film. This year we want to ...