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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

Sunday, October 25

Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, October 25 – 9:45 am | Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
2026 Pillar Point Harbor Costumed “Witch Paddle” on Kayaks + Paddle Boards (Half Moon Bay) 2026 Pillar Point Harbor Costumed "Witch Paddle" on Kayaks + Paddle Boards (Half Moon Bay)

The San Mateo County Harbor District hosts a free Halloween-themed paddle at Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay. Participants can paddle in swimmable costumes and must wear a life vest or PFD. Spectators are also welcome, and the paddle is followed by a Trunk …

Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail 2026 at Winchester Mystery House (San Jose) Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail 2026 at Winchester Mystery House (San Jose)

Winchester Mystery House hosts a kids Trick-or-Treat Trail in its gardens with trick-or-treating, a pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, games, crafts, a jump house, face painting, and community booths. Children receive a pumpkin, decorating accessories, and a candy bag with a participant ticket. Happy Donuts will …

Football Sundays: Outdoor Big Screen NFL Games + Lawn Fun (Thrive City)
Sunday, October 25 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Football Sundays: Outdoor Big Screen NFL Games + Lawn Fun (Thrive City)

Catch NFL games on the big screen at Thrive City’s Football Sundays in San Francisco. Enjoy a community atmosphere with lawn games and team spirit. Lawn chairs are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is available at the Chase Center Garage. Event is free …

SF’s “World of Dumplings” 2026: Free Community Food Fest (Ferry Building)
Sunday, October 25 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Ferry Building
SF's "World of Dumplings" 2026: Free Community Food Fest (Ferry Building)

The World of Dumplings 2026 festival returns for its third year at the Ferry Building in San Francisco. This free, community-led event features dumplings from around the globe, more than 25 restaurant vendors, eating contests, cooking demonstrations, a beer garden, raffle prizes, trivia, family activities, …

Rockridge Halloween Parade 2026 w/ 40+ Trick-Or-Treat Stops (Oakland)
Sunday, October 25 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | College Avenue btwn Broadway and Alcatraz
Rockridge Halloween Parade 2026 w/ 40+ Trick-Or-Treat Stops (Oakland)

The 34th Annual Rockridge Halloween Parade is a free district-wide event along College Avenue (about 13 blocks – from Broadway to Alcatraz) in Oakland featuring trick-or-treating at more than 40 businesses, crafts, music, story time, costume contests for kids and pups, and Halloween-themed activities at …

SF Music Day 2026: 20+ Free Live Concerts (San Francisco War Memorial)
Sunday, October 25 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center
SF Music Day 2026: 20+ Free Live Concerts (San Francisco War Memorial)

SF Music Day 2026 offers a free, daylong festival at the San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center, featuring over 20 ensembles from the Bay Area performing live across multiple spaces. Organized by InterMusic SF, the event includes a diverse lineup of classical, jazz, …

Halloween Spooktacular 2026: Free Family Fun Fest (Dublin)
Sunday, October 25 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Cotton candy and treat bags are available while supplies last.
| Entertainment Village, Hacienda Crossings
Halloween Spooktacular 2026: Free Family Fun Fest (Dublin)

Hacienda Crossings hosts a free Halloween Spooktacular in the Entertainment Village near Ike’s Love & Sandwiches. The family event includes face painting, balloon art, a photo booth, cotton candy, and treat bags while supplies last.
Original Event Description:
_🎃 Halloween fun is coming to Hacienda Crossings! Bring …

Monday, October 26

Tuesday, October 27

SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Tuesday, October 27 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)

Wednesday, October 28