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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, January 6

Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, January 6 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
Oakland’s Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
The Marsh’s Online Storytelling Night (Every Monday)
Monday, January 6 – 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, January 6 – 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)
> See more events for January 6

Tuesday, January 7

SF’s Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)
Tuesday, January 7 – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free unlimited play wristband with any purchase from bar
SF's Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)
SF’s “Laugh GPT” AI-Powered Comedy Night at The Function (7p + 8:45p)
Tuesday, January 7 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required.
SF's "Laugh GPT" AI-Powered Comedy Night at The Function (7p + 8:45p)
Paco Romane (HBO / Comedy Central) Headlines The Function (Jan 7-8)
Tuesday, January 7 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with secret code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $20 adv)
Paco Romane (HBO / Comedy Central) Headlines The Function (Jan 7-8)
Paco Romane (HBO / Comedy Central) Headlines The Function (Jan 7-8)
Tuesday, January 7 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with secret code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $20 adv)
Paco Romane (HBO / Comedy Central) Headlines The Function (Jan 7-8)

Join Us for Two Nights of Unforgettable Comedy with one of the Bay’s most legendary comics!
Don’t miss this special two night headliner showcase by the one and only Paco Romane!
RSVP for Guestlist – FREE $20 – use secret code FUNCHEAP for Guestlist, otherwise it’s $20 …

Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, January 7 – 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, January 7 – 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 January 7

Wednesday, January 8

“Pay What You Wish” Wednesday at SF’s Museum of Craft and Design (First Date of 2025)
Wednesday, January 8 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*"Pay What you Wish". Every Wednesday, we invite visitors to experience the museum and pay what they wish for admission. PWYW tickets are not required but can be reserved here ahead of time.
 | Museum of Craft and Design
"Pay What You Wish" Wednesday at SF's Museum of Craft and Design (First Date of 2025)
“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
Wednesday, January 8 – 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, January 8 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 50 people. Donations appreciatied
"Comedians with Criminal Records" Live in SF (7p + 8:45p)
Paco Romane (HBO / Comedy Central) Headlines The Function (Jan 7-8)
Wednesday, January 8 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with secret code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $20 adv)
Paco Romane (HBO / Comedy Central) Headlines The Function (Jan 7-8)
“Wolfman Jeff Trivia” Night at SF’s Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)
Wednesday, January 8 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Willkommen
"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)
Cardi Spelling Bee-An Adult Spelling Bee (Oakland)
Wednesday, January 8 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to watch, $10 to compete
 | Baba's House
Cardi Spelling Bee-An Adult Spelling Bee (Oakland)
$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)
Wednesday, January 8 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required. 2 drink minimum. 21+
$2 Taco Night + Happy Hour Comedy at Skylark (SF)
> See more events for January 8

Thursday, January 9

“Black Laughs Matter” (Live at SF’s Only Black-Owned Comedy Club)
Thursday, January 9 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
"Black Laughs Matter" (Live at SF's Only Black-Owned Comedy Club)
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)
Thursday, January 9 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!
 | 16th & Mission BART (southwest streetcorner)
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)
> See more events for January 9

Friday, January 10

“Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)
Friday, January 10 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Every Friday pay anywhere from $0 up to $10. When a customer pays the full price of $10, TATO will give a free meal to someone in need in The City. Please note promotion might end at any time
 | Tato
"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)
“Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)
Friday, January 10 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
"Rush Hour Comedy Night" w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 8:45p)
Friday, January 10 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 8:45p)
Laugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)
Friday, January 10 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
Laugh GPT: SF's First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)
Free “Rush Hour Comedy Night” Friday Night (San Francisco)
Friday, January 10 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
Free "Rush Hour Comedy Night" Friday Night (San Francisco)
San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)
Friday, January 10 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)
“The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)
Friday, January 10 – 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)