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Johnny is a self-described cheap-aholic who hunts down the free-er side of San Francisco. He loves street fairs, free concerts in the park, and anywhere that offers free food. Johnny has been featured on KQED's Forum, CBS's Eye on the Bay and is a contributor to the San Francisco Bay Guardian, KFOG and KGO 810 AM. Johnny is the founder of FunCheapSF.com

Monday, April 21

Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, April 21 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
Oakland’s Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Free “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” Monday at SF’s New Black-Owned Comedy Club (The Function)
Monday, April 21 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Exclusive free tickets with Eventbrite RSVP. Otherwise $20-25 at door. Please note like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum per person
Free "Hayes Valley Comedy Night" Monday at SF's New Black-Owned Comedy Club (The Function)
The Marsh’s Online Storytelling Night (Every Monday)
Monday, April 21 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Everything is FREE. But feel FREE to make a donation through our tip jar to support and sustain The Marsh and MarshStream performers.
The Marsh's Online Storytelling Night (Every Monday)
Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)
Monday, April 21 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*free tickets, RSVP to ensure a spot, 21+
 | Abbey Tavern
Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)
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Tuesday, April 22

Thrive City’s Free “Live Music Lunch Series” + Lawn Games (Every Tuesday)
Tuesday, April 22 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Thrive City's Free "Live Music Lunch Series" + Lawn Games (Every Tuesday)
SF’s Free Concerts in the Plaza “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Tuesday, April 22 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts in the Plaza "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)
$10 Cocktail Happy Hour: Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club of SF
Tuesday, April 22 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*21+ RSVP Required
$10 Cocktail Happy Hour: Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club of SF

Join us at The Function, SF’s first and only Black-owned comedy club, for a special happy hour fundraiser benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco’s Tenderloin Clubhouse—helping send kids to Camp Mendocino this summer!
A Toast to Camp – Happy Hour Fundraiser at The Function
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SF’s “Laugh GPT” AI-Powered Comedy Night at The Function (7p + 8:45p)
Tuesday, April 22 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required.
SF's "Laugh GPT" AI-Powered Comedy Night at The Function (7p + 8:45p)
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, April 22 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
Tuesday, April 22 – 8:30 pm | Cost: $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
> See more events for April 22

Wednesday, April 23

Golden State Warriors vs. Houston: Free 2025 NBA Playoffs Outdoor Watch Party (Thrive City)
Wednesday, April 23 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP for priority entry. Eventbrite registration is highly recommended and will receive priority access to the event. If the event is sold out, limited walkup registrations may be available on a first-come, first-served basis day of the event until capacity is reached or until tip-off.
 | Thrive City Plaza (at Chase Center)
Golden State Warriors vs. Houston: Free 2025 NBA Playoffs Outdoor Watch Party (Thrive City)
Free “Cardio Dance Wednesdays” Outdoor Fitness Class at SF’s Union Square (Spring 2025)
Wednesday, April 23 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Free "Cardio Dance Wednesdays" Outdoor Fitness Class at SF's Union Square (Spring 2025)
“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
Wednesday, April 23 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
"Wiener Wednesday" Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
“Comedians with Criminal Records” Live in SF (7p + 8:45p)
Wednesday, April 23 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 50 people. Donations appreciatied
"Comedians with Criminal Records" Live in SF (7p + 8:45p)
“Wolfman Jeff Trivia” Night at SF’s Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)
Wednesday, April 23 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Willkommen
"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)
SFMOMA “Art Bash” + Late Night Party (2025)
Wednesday, April 23 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $250*
*8pm Premium Party tickets $250, Late Night Party tickets (10pm) are $95
 | SFMOMA
SFMOMA "Art Bash" + Late Night Party (2025)

Art Bash
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
6 p.m.–1 a.m.
21 and older

 
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6 p.m. Dinner + Live Auction
8 p.m. Premium Party Lounge + Party – $250
10 p.m. Late-Night Party – $95
Prepare for an unforgettable evening at one of San Francisco’s most anticipated celebrations of art and artists! SFMOMA invites …

$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)
Wednesday, April 23 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required. 2 drink minimum. 21+
$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)
> See more events for April 23

Thursday, April 24

SF’s Free Concerts in the Plaza “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Thursday, April 24 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts in the Plaza "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)
Bowling: Throwback Thursdays ($40/Hour for Lane Up to 5 People)
Thursday, April 24 – 1:00 pm | Cost: $40*
*$40 per lane per hour, for a maximum of 5 bowlers. Bowling shoe rental is $6 per person. Reservations are recommended.
 | Yerba Buena Ice Skating & Bowling Center
Bowling: Throwback Thursdays ($40/Hour for Lane Up to 5 People)
Free “HellaSecret” Comedy Night @ Secret Bar (Oakland)
Thursday, April 24 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
Free "HellaSecret" Comedy Night @ Secret Bar (Oakland)
“Black Laughs Matter” (Live at SF’s Only Black-Owned Comedy Club)
Thursday, April 24 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
"Black Laughs Matter" (Live at SF's Only Black-Owned Comedy Club)
Every Thursday: “Inner Circle” Dance Party w/ Spooki at White Rabbit (SF)
Thursday, April 24 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Inner Circle is always Free with RSVP
 | White Rabbit
Every Thursday: "Inner Circle" Dance Party w/ Spooki at White Rabbit (SF)
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)
Thursday, April 24 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!
 | 16th & Mission BART (southwest streetcorner)
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)
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Friday, April 25

Thrive City “Little Bears” Outdoor Free Music Class for Kids (Every Friday)
Friday, April 25 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Thrive City "Little Bears" Outdoor Free Music Class for Kids (Every Friday)
Bay Area Dance Week 2025 w/ 150+ Free Events (April 25–May 4)
Friday, April 25 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Various Locations
Bay Area Dance Week 2025 w/ 150+ Free Events (April 25–May 4)

From April 25 to May 4th, enjoy 10 days of free dance events (classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more) happening all over the Bay Area.
Watch inspiring artists, practice your favorite style, or discover a new groove.
Visit the Bay Area Dance Week Hub to explore …