Tougher New Fare Gates Come to BART's SFO Station
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Tougher New Fare Gates Come to BART's SFO Station
Just in time for holiday travel, BART's new fare gates arrive at SFO BART station
SF’s Golden Gate Park Gets Stunning New Glowing Archway
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, Only in San Francisco, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Wow
SF’s Golden Gate Park Gets Stunning New Glowing Archway
The entrance of SF's car-free "Golden Mile" gets a 13-foot tall solar-powered arch leading to more than a mile of sculptures, large-scale murals, open-play pianos
New Japanese Bowling Alley & Arcade Coming to SF November 2024
Brand New, Fun & Games, San Francisco
New Japanese Bowling Alley & Arcade Coming to SF November 2024
Round1 Bowling & Arcade takes over the old Nordstrom space at Stonestown Galleria
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 2024
San Francisco's Winter Festivals & Street Fairs (2024)
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Get Out: Events, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco
San Francisco's Winter Festivals & Street Fairs (2024)
All the 2024/25 dates for 20+ of SF's most fun winter festivals and street fairs including holiday lighting ceremonies, Drag Queens on Ice, Santa Skivvies and more!

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

6:00 am   Free Krispy Kreme Donut Day on Election Day (2024)   FREE*
*Disclaimer: Free Original Glazed® doughnut offer available 11/5/24 only at participating U.S. Krispy Kreme shop locations and is subject to availability. Limit 1 redemption per guest in shop or drive thru. Not valid in Puerto Rico, or outside of dedicated retail Krispy Kreme Doughnut shops. Not redeemable at grocery, convenience stores, or McDonalds restaurants. Sales tax may apply and is extra. ©2024 Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corp.
9:30 am   “Legion of Honor” Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Advanced timed tickets required.
9:30 am   de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Timed tickets required
10:00 am   Grand Opening “The Vintage Rug Shop” (Berkeley)   FREE*
*No tickets required!
4:00 pm   SF’s Free Election Night Watch Party + All-Day Happy Hour (4p to Midnight)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
4:00 pm   Election Night Watch Party at Woodbury (SF)   FREE*
*Free Entry
4:00 pm   2024 Election Day Freebie: Free Drinks & Light Bits SF’s Casements Irish Bar   FREE*
*According to DoTheBay all you have to do is wear your "I Voted" sticker to get a free drink while supplies last.
4:00 pm   SF’s Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free unlimited play wristband with any purchase from bar

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Tuesday, November 5

SF’s Free Election Night Watch Party + All-Day Happy Hour (4p to Midnight)
Tuesday, November 5 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function
SF's Free Election Night Watch Party + All-Day Happy Hour (4p to Midnight)
Come join us for an evening of watching Kamala and Trump face off while enjoying drinks at THE FUNCTION Come join us for a night of excitement as we watch the election results roll in for the ultimate battle of Kamala and Trump! Grab a drink, cheer (or ...
Taco Tuesday w/ $2 Margaritas at Westwood (SF)
Tuesday, November 5 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No cover. $2 margarita with a purchase of a taco (starting at $4.75)
| Westwood
Taco Tuesday w/ $2 Margaritas at Westwood (SF)

Taco Tuesdays just got even better because you can get a $2 margarita with the purchase of a taco starting at $4.75. Doors open at 6 p.m., and free trivia begins at 7 p.m.! Winners get prizes. Bring your crew and compete for great prizes! ...Every Tuesday

Oakland’s Brand New “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, November 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
| Mesa Maguey
Oakland's Brand New "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)

Get ready for the return of HellaFunny comedy night to Temescal with a series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. This HellaFunny comedy show takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night spot with lots ...

$1 Margaritas & “Disco Taco Tuesday” at Underdogs (SoMa)
Tuesday, November 5 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No admission charge
| Underdogs Cantina
$1 Margaritas & "Disco Taco Tuesday" at Underdogs (SoMa)

Join us for a Disco Taco Tuesday at Underdogs Cantina with $1 MARGARITAS from 7:30pm – 8pm! $1 Margs & Disco Taco Tuesday Every Tuesday at 7:30pm Underdogs Cantina, 128 King St. (Across from ballpark), SF FREE (No Cover) $1 MARGARITAS from 7:30pm – 8:00pm ...

Free Krispy Kreme Donut Day on Election Day (2024)
Free Krispy Kreme Donut Day on Election Day (2024)
Krispy Kreme® is sweetening Election Day by offering all guests a FREE Original Glazed® doughnut at participating U.S. shops. Let freedom ring and celebrate the pride that comes with participating in a federal election with this sweet deal! As a bonus, swing through in shop ...
de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)
Tuesday, November 5 – 9:30 am - Ends at 5:15 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Timed tickets required
| de Young Museum
de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

Located in beautiful Golden Gate Park, the de Young Museum is a landmark art museum founded in 1895. Your visit includes a whirlwind trip around the world as the museum’s collections feature priceless treasures and works of arts from the 17th through the 20th centuries ...Monthly

“Legion of Honor” Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)
Tuesday, November 5 – 9:30 am - Ends at 5:15 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Advanced timed tickets required.
| Legion of Honor
"Legion of Honor" Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The Legion of Honor displays a collection of 4,000 years of ancient and European art in an exquisite Beaux-Arts building in an unforgettable setting overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge. Normally general admission is $20 for adults, but on the first Tuesday of each month admission ...Monthly

Free Ping Pong on Election Day “United by Ping Pong” (SPiN SF)
Tuesday, November 5 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | SPiN Ping Pong Social Club
Free Ping Pong on Election Day “United by Ping Pong” (SPiN SF)
On Tuesday, November 5, SPIN SF is offering free ping pong to anyone who votes! Just show proof—whether it’s an “I Voted” sticker, a photo, or any voting confirmation—and enjoy a free hour of ping pong. As a sport ping pong is known to break ...
2024 Election Day Freebie: Free Drinks & Light Bits SF’s Casements Irish Bar
2024 Election Day Freebie: Free Drinks & Light Bits SF's Casements Irish Bar
Although we haven’t been able to confirm it on Casements’ website or their socials, DoTheBay says that Casements is handing out light bites and drinks on November 5, 2024 from 4-10p and if you wear your “I Voted” stickers then you can get a free ...
SF’s Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)
Tuesday, November 5 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free unlimited play wristband with any purchase from bar
| The Detour SF
SF's Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)

Paid rent in SF? Hella Broke? Then first Tuesdays are the night for you.  The Detour hosts “Free Play Tuesday” with all arcade games on free play with purchase from the bar. Come enjoy all the video game glory from today and yesteryear while enjoying ...Monthly

Election Night Watch Party at Woodbury (SF)
Tuesday, November 5 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Entry
| Woodbury Bar
Election Night Watch Party at Woodbury (SF)
Come join us for an exciting Election Night Watch Party at Woodbury! Get ready to watch the results roll in with fellow political enthusiasts. There will be food, drinks, and lively discussions throughout the night. Happy Hour Specials all night long.
SF’s 2024 “Election Night Watch Party” Block Party in the Mission
Tuesday, November 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: $18.54*
*GA Ticket - Does not Guarantee Seating
| Manny’s
SF's 2024 "Election Night Watch Party" Block Party in the Mission
The day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here! On Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, the future of our nation will be decided. After years of organizing, dedication, and tireless work, we’re now at the finish line of the most pivotal election of our lifetime. This ...
Presidential Election Watch Party at Curio (SF)
Tuesday, November 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission. No tickets necessary.
| Curio
Presidential Election Watch Party at Curio (SF)
Join us at Curio for our Presidential Election Watch Party on Tuesday, November 5. Free admission, first come, first served. Multiple screens, and food and drink specials all evening.
Election Night in Oakland
Tuesday, November 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*$2 off First Food Item with an "I VOTED" sticker
| FLUID510
Election Night in Oakland
Your destination for all things Community, FLUID510 hosts ElectionNight Watch Party for all of Oakland! All Night Happy Hour $2 off your first food item with a “I Voted” sticker.
SF City Hall Lights Up Red, White & Blue for Election Day (2024)
Tuesday, November 5 – 5:06 pm - Ends at 6:41 am | Cost: FREE | San Francisco City Hall
SF City Hall Lights Up Red, White & Blue for Election Day (2024)
San Francisco’s City Hall and its 220+ state-of-the-art LED lighting fixtures will illuminate in red, white, and blue to celebrate election day. City Hall Holiday Lighting Schedule Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – red/white/blue – in recognition of Election Day 2024 The schedule is always tentative for the holiday lighting and subject to ...
Election Night Gathering at Revolution Books (Berkley)
Tuesday, November 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Revolution Books
Election Night Gathering at Revolution Books (Berkley)
Hosted by the Revcom Corps for the Emancipation of Humanity and Revolution Books Appalled and Disgusted by Choosing Between Fascist Trump or Killer Kamala?  Jolted by the Threats of Fascists Rampaging in the Streets if Trump Loses – and Trump’s Promise of a Bloody Police Assault in ...
Election Night Watch Party w/ KALW at 111 Minna + Free Joyride Pizza (SF)
Tuesday, November 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, donations encouraged
| 111 Minna Gallery
Election Night Watch Party w/ KALW at 111 Minna + Free Joyride Pizza (SF)
Join Rose Aguilar, Hana Baba, and the KALW news team for a live Election Night watch party at 111 Minna Gallery in Downtown San Francisco. We’ll have dozens of guests including experts and reporters from around the country and locations throughout the Bay Area, including ...
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
Tuesday, November 5 – 8:30 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2
| Solano 2 Drive In
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose

One of the most socially-distant ways to have fun, The West Wind Drive-In theaters in both San Jose and Concord are open for good old-fashioned drive-in movie fun. West Wind Drive In Locations Solano Drive-In – 1611 Solano Way, Concord Capitol Drive-In – 3630 Hillcap ...Every Tuesday

Wednesday, November 6

White Claw + $1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, November 6 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No admission charge. Wings are $1 each.
| Underdogs Cantina
White Claw + $1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)

Join us for Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina with $1 Wings from 4:30pm – Close! $1 Wing Wednesdays Every Wednesday | 4:30pm to Close Underdogs Cantina, 128 King St. (Across from ballpark), SF FREE (No Cover) $1 WINGS from 4:30pm – Close Happy Hour from ...

SF’s Newest Bar Trivia Night at The Function (Wednesday Nights)
Wednesday, November 6 – 6:30 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE | The Function
SF's Newest Bar Trivia Night at The Function (Wednesday Nights)

Drink. Think. WIN! Live multi-media trivia every Wednesday @ 6:30pm at SF’s newest bar, The Function. Happy Hour until 7pm so get drinks early! Free to play. RSVP. Win prizes. Teams up to 6. Please arrive early for best seats. Hosted by local comedians! Our ...Every Wednesday

FREE Oakland “HellaSecret” Comedy Show (Wednesday Nights)
FREE Oakland "HellaSecret" Comedy Show (Wednesday Nights)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up 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 takes place in a ...

40% Off Tix to Evocative drama ‘The Gulf’ Playing at NCTC (Oct. 18 – Nov. 24)
40% Off Tix to Evocative drama ‘The Gulf’ Playing at NCTC (Oct. 18 - Nov. 24)

Audrey Cefaly’s award-winning play is a feverishly fierce and tender drama of two women swirling in a lover’s abyss in the Deep South. ‘The Gulf – An Elegy’ runs Oct 18 thru Nov 24 at New Conservatory Theatre Center. Described by The Washington Post as ...

$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)
Wednesday, November 6 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required. 2 drink minimum. 21+
| Skylark Bar
$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)

Join us for a night of laughter featuring Bay Area’s top rising comics! We showcase comedians that have been on Netflix, Comedy Central, Amazon, HBO… so come through and you may see the next big thing! HaHaHappy Hour Comedy at Skylark $5 beer, $2 tacos ...Every Wednesday

“Comedians with Criminal Records” Live in SF (2024)
Wednesday, November 6 – 8:45 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 50 people. Donations appreciatied
| The Function
"Comedians with Criminal Records" Live in SF (2024)

Crime and comedy collide in San Francisco’s most daring and unique event: Comedy’s Most Wanted: Comedians with Criminal Records, brought to you by HellaFunny. Prepare for a night of laughter and lawlessness as we unveil the Bay Area’s top professional comics who’ve had run-ins with the ...Every Wednesday

SF’s Wild “1-Minute Open Mic Comedy Battle” Late Night (The Function)
Wednesday, November 6 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required.
| The Function
SF's Wild "1-Minute Open Mic Comedy Battle" Late Night (The Function)

Be among the first to check out THE FUNCTION – San Francisco’s brand new full-time comedy club bringing back stand-up comedy and nightlife to Market Street. Don’t miss this Monday and Wednesday late night wild showcase with 30+ of HellaFunny’s rising stars – performing their ...Every Monday

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
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 Wednesday

Bay Area Discovery Museum: Free Admission Day (Sausalito)
Wednesday, November 6 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Admission is free to Bay Area residents. Must show proof of residency (photo ID or piece of mail) in one of the nine Bay Area counties.
| Bay Area Discovery Museum (Fort Baker)
Bay Area Discovery Museum: Free Admission Day (Sausalito)

The Bay Area Discovery Museum is a one-of-a-kind indoor and outdoor children’s museum at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Museum is the only children’s museum in the U.S. to be located in a national park and is known for its emphasis on creativity through ...

SF’s GLBT History Museum: Free First Wednesday
SF's GLBT History Museum: Free First Wednesday

Located in SF’s Castro District, the GLBT Historical Society Museum is the first full-scale, stand-alone museum of its kind in the United States. The museum celebrates 100 years of the city’s vast queer past through dynamic exhibitions and programming. Normally admission is $10, but on ...Monthly

SF’s Holiday Ice Skating Rink: 2024 Opening Ceremony + Free Ice Skating (Union Square)
SF's Holiday Ice Skating Rink: 2024 Opening Ceremony + Free Ice Skating (Union Square)
OPENING CELEBRATION Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | 5–7 p.m. The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square presented by Kaiser Permanente will open with a festive evening ceremony to kick off the holiday ice skating season. Guests are invited to skate before and after the celebration, which ...
Election 2024: Night Two at The New Parkway (Oakland)
Wednesday, November 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $1*
*https://www.thenewparkway.com/event/election-2024-night-two/
| The New Parkway
Election 2024: Night Two at The New Parkway (Oakland)
Will it be a celebration? Will it be a wake? Or, most likely, will it be a continued counting of the votes? Regardless, The New Parkway will open our doors for what will be a combination of election coverage, dubious and less dubious political videos, ...