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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

Friday, July 24

“The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)
Friday, July 24 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
 | Moe Greens
"The Stoner Comedy Jam" Friday Nights (SF)
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Saturday, July 25

Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Saturday, July 25 – 9:30 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
Free "Legion of Honor" Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Saturday, July 25 – 9:30 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
Saturday, July 25 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission and entertainment for all ages. Dogs and bikes welcome. Food and beverages available for purchase.
 | The Whale's Tale Garden Bar
Golden Gate Park "The Whale's Tail" Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
Free Summer Weekend 2026 at “Museum of Craft and Design” (July 25-26)
Saturday, July 25 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
 | Museum of Craft and Design
Free Summer Weekend 2026 at "Museum of Craft and Design" (July 25-26)

Saturday, July 25-Sunday, July 26, 12-5pm
The Museum of Craft and Design’s Free Summer Weekend returns July 25-26!
Enjoy FREE admission and discover MCD’s current exhibition Video Craft, where the moving image enters into surprising conversations with textiles, ceramics, and glass. Then follow the thread with the …

“Golden Gate Comedy Night” SF’s Most Intimate Comedy Club
Saturday, July 25 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. 21+
"Golden Gate Comedy Night" SF's Most Intimate Comedy Club
“Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)
Saturday, July 25 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $25 door tickets also available
"Crazy Funny Asians" Free Comedy Showcase (SF)
“Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)
Saturday, July 25 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required, but pre-rolls start at just $7
 | Moe Greens
"Puff Puff Laugh" SF's Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)
Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)
Saturday, July 25 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)
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Sunday, July 26

“Manny’s Neighborhood Trash Cleanup” w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)
Sunday, July 26 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Sign up on this TogetherSF Mobilize page: https://www.mobilize.us/togethersf/event/444979/
 | Manny’s
"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)
“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)
Sunday, July 26 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
 | Golden Gate Park
"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)
Free Summer Weekend 2026 at “Museum of Craft and Design” (July 25-26)
Sunday, July 26 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
 | Museum of Craft and Design
Free Summer Weekend 2026 at "Museum of Craft and Design" (July 25-26)
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Sunday, July 26 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*All outdoor items are free; one free indoor item per person per day, additional items for donation. Some plants and select treasures for sale.
 | Free Oakland UP
"Free Oakland Up" Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, July 26 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF
Sunday, July 26 – 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 Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF
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Monday, July 27

SF Arcade Bar “Emporium” 8 Free Game Tokens for “Industry Night” (Every Monday)
Monday, July 27 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*8 free game tokens if you are part of the "industry"
SF Arcade Bar "Emporium" 8 Free Game Tokens for "Industry Night" (Every Monday)
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, July 27 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
Oakland’s Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Free SF Comedy Show “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Monday)
Monday, July 27 – 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 SF Comedy Show "Hayes Valley Comedy Night" at The Function (Every Monday)
Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)
Monday, July 27 – 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, July 28

SF History Night | Pacific Heights
Tuesday, July 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*$10 for non-members; free for SFHA members
SF History Night | Pacific Heights
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, July 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Free SF “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Tuesday)
Tuesday, July 28 – 7:30 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 SF "Hayes Valley Comedy Night" at The Function (Every Tuesday)
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
Tuesday, July 28 – 8:30 pm | Cost: $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2
$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
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Wednesday, July 29

“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
Wednesday, July 29 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
"Wiener Wednesday" Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
FREE Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) at The Function (SF)
Wednesday, July 29 – 7:30 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 Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) at The Function (SF)