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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, November 7

Oakland’s Free “Daffodil Days”: Get Up to 200 Bulbs for Spring Blooms (2026) Oakland's Free "Daffodil Days": Get Up to 200 Bulbs for Spring Blooms (2026)

Oakland residents and groups can apply to receive up to 200 free bulbs for spring planting. Bulbs will be available for pickup on November 7, with priority given to projects on public property or publicly facing private property. Applications are due November 6, and distribution …

Discover Taiwan Expo 2026 in San Mateo (Nov. 7-8)
Saturday, November 7 – 10:00 am | Cost: $3.79*
*General admission is listed as $3.79. Source directs attendees to the ticket page.
| San Mateo County Event Center - EXPO Hall
Discover Taiwan Expo 2026 in San Mateo (Nov. 7-8)

USA Taiwan Global Expo is a two-day showcase of Taiwanese food, brands, lifestyle, wellness, culture, travel, technology, and consumer products at the San Mateo County Event Center. The expo includes Taiwanese food vendors, product sampling, interactive experiences, exhibitors, and opportunities to meet brands entering the …

San Francisco Coffee Festival 2026: 10th Annual Celebration (Fort Mason)
Saturday, November 7 – 10:00 am | Cost: $31.65*
*See ticket page for full pricing.
| Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2026: 10th Annual Celebration (Fort Mason)
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2026: 10th Annual Celebration (Fort Mason)
Saturday, November 7 – 10:00 am | Cost: $31.65*
*See ticket page for full pricing.
| Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2026: 10th Annual Celebration (Fort Mason)

The 10th Annual San Francisco Coffee Festival returns to Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion for two days of curated coffee tastings, featuring top roasters and exhibitors. Attendees can sample unique beans, explore diverse flavor profiles, and enjoy live entertainment in a lively setting. November 7-8, …

“Fig Leaf Gardens” Fall Craft Fair: Shop Local Handmade Goods (Oakland)
Saturday, November 7 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*No RSVP necessary.
| Fig Leaf Gardens
"Fig Leaf Gardens" Fall Craft Fair: Shop Local Handmade Goods (Oakland)

Fig Leaf Gardens hosts a free fall craft fair featuring Bay Area artists selling one-of-a-kind handmade goods. Attendees can browse local art, enjoy snacks and refreshments, and spend time in the garden. No RSVP is required.
Original Event Description:
_🍁 Join us for our Fall Craft Fair!🍁
We’ll …

Sunday, November 8

Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, November 8 – 9:45 am | Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2026: 10th Annual Celebration (Fort Mason)
Sunday, November 8 – 10:00 am | Cost: $31.65*
*See ticket page for full pricing.
| Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion
San Francisco Coffee Festival 2026: 10th Annual Celebration (Fort Mason)
Hike One of the Bay’s Newest Trails w/ Peninsula & Pacific Ocean Views (Redwood City)
Sunday, November 8 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Participants should bring lunch, plenty of water, and layers. Organizer will bring snacks to share. No pets.
| Skyline Watershed Ridge Trail Parking Area
Hike One of the Bay's Newest Trails w/ Peninsula & Pacific Ocean Views (Redwood City)

Latino Outdoors SF Bay Area leads a free moderate-to-hard hike on the Skyline Watershed Ridge Trail in the Peninsula Watershed. The group will hike out for about an hour, stop for a snack or lunch, and hike back along a mostly gravel ridgeline trail with …

Free “Blankets & Blockbusters” Toy Story 5 Outdoor Movie (Thrive City)
Sunday, November 8 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Free "Blankets & Blockbusters" Toy Story 5 Outdoor Movie (Thrive City)

Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Toy Story 5 at Thrive City on San Francisco’s largest plaza board. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and enjoy family-friendly movie-themed activities and a photo opportunity. The movie begins at 1PM, and space is limited to first-come, first-served. …

“Autumn In Willow Glen” 2026: Free Makers Market (San Jose)
Sunday, November 8 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Historic Garden Theater
"Autumn In Willow Glen" 2026: Free Makers Market (San Jose)

Autumn in Willow Glen is a free fall makers market at the Historic Garden Theater featuring handmade candles, jewelry, art, trinkets, and goods from local small businesses. The family-friendly and pet-friendly event takes place in downtown Willow Glen.
Original Event Description:
_Join us for *Autumn in Willow …

Unwrapped 2026: Queer Tattoo Punk Rock Party + Holiday Mart at El Rio (SF) Unwrapped 2026: Queer Tattoo Punk Rock Party + Holiday Mart at El Rio (SF)

Unwrapped is a fundraiser for a queer tattoo convention at El Rio featuring a punk show with live music by Black Gold Sun, Croissant, and Gusset; a DJ set by DJ Nico; a holiday art mart; and a raffle. The event is presented as a …

Monday, November 9