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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

Saturday, October 17

Sunday, October 18

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission for All
| Downtown Half Moon Bay
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)
Sunday, October 18 – 10:30 am | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)

Monday, October 19

Tuesday, October 20

Wednesday, October 21

Thursday, October 22

Friday, October 23

“Lower Polk Live” 2026 Free Music & Art Street Festival (SF)
Friday, October 23 – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Polk Street
"Lower Polk Live" 2026 Free Music & Art Street Festival (SF)

The 2nd Annual Lower Polk Live! is a free outdoor street festival on Polk Street in San Francisco, featuring live music performances by The Top Chefs and DJ JP Breganza, interactive turntable sessions with Skratchfight, local artists and makers, and soul line dancing with Westside …

Halloween Market (Berkeley)
Friday, October 23 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Donkey & Goat Winery
Halloween Market (Berkeley)

The Halloween Market at Donkey & Goat Winery in Berkeley is a free, all-ages community event and fundraiser for Berkeley Humane Society. The market features local artists, makers, tarot readings, live music by Lillian Frances, food vendors, and a table to learn about animal fostering. …

Saturday, October 24

44th Annual Sandcastle Classic: 100+ Teams Build Giant Sculptures (Ocean Beach)
Saturday, October 24 – 11:30 am | Cost: FREE | Ocean Beach (Balboa)
44th Annual Sandcastle Classic: 100+ Teams Build Giant Sculptures (Ocean Beach)

Join us for the 44th Annual Sandcastle Classic!
WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 11 AM–3:30 PM
WHERE: Ocean Beach, SF (@ Balboa St) | FREE & family-friendly
Watch 100+ teams of architects, designers, engineers, and students bring our “Bay Area Vibes” theme to life through giant …

Thrill-O-Ween: Free Outdoor Halloween Fest w/ Costume Contest (Thrive City)
Saturday, October 24 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Thrill-O-Ween: Free Outdoor Halloween Fest w/ Costume Contest (Thrive City)

Thrill-O-Ween at Thrive City in San Francisco is a free, outdoor Halloween celebration for all ages featuring a costume contest, live entertainment, trick or treat stations, a mini pumpkin patch, arts and crafts, photo ops, and a special screening of E.T. Food and beverages will …

West Oakland Prescott Craft Market: 50+ Vendors & DJs (2026)
Saturday, October 24 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Prescott Market West Oakland
West Oakland Prescott Craft Market: 50+ Vendors & DJs (2026)
Ocean Beach Giant Sand Art-Making Experience (SF)
Saturday, October 24 – 3:00 pm | Cost: $2.06*
*"Free" but $2.06 donation required
| Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach Giant Sand Art-Making Experience (SF)

Let’s create an enormous, temporary artwork together at the beach.

A fun afternoon of creativity and art on the beach as we create a beautiful artwork on the sand!
No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. I will provide the tools you need to …