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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 11

Free Ferry Lawn / Waterfront Concert at Jack London Square (Oakland)
Sunday, October 11 – 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Jack London Square
Free Ferry Lawn / Waterfront Concert at Jack London Square (Oakland)
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, October 11 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF
Sunday, October 11 – 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, October 12

SF’s Giant “R-Evolution” Sculpture Final Day / Tear Down (Embarcadero Plaza)
Monday, October 12 – 8:00 am | Cost: FREE | Embarcadero Plaza
SF's Giant "R-Evolution" Sculpture Final Day / Tear Down (Embarcadero Plaza)
SF Arcade Bar “Emporium” 8 Free Game Tokens for “Industry Night” (Every Monday)
Monday, October 12 – 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, October 12 – 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, October 12 – 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, October 12 – 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, October 13

SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Tuesday, October 13 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)
SF’s “Circus By The Bay” Night: History Panel + Wild Live Acts (Fort Mason)
Tuesday, October 13 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free "Community Supported" Tickets Available. Otherwise tickets start at $15
 | Cowell Theater, Pier 2/Gateway Pavilion, FMCAC
SF's "Circus By The Bay" Night: History Panel + Wild Live Acts (Fort Mason)

Cowell Theater hosts a panel conversation and live performances exploring San Francisco’s new American circus movement. Pickle Family Circus and New Pickle Circus veterans Gypsy Snider, Shana Carroll, Jeff Raz, and Tandy Beal will discuss the scene’s history, alongside archival photos and video and performances …

“Cartoonist Conspiracy of San Francisco” Collaborative Drawing Jam
Tuesday, October 13 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*buy coffee or food from the shop
 | Finjan Qahwa
"Cartoonist Conspiracy of San Francisco" Collaborative Drawing Jam
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, October 13 – 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, October 13 – 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, October 13 – 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, October 14

“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
Wednesday, October 14 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
"Wiener Wednesday" Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)
Salvi Soul Encuentro 2026: SF’s Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (Oct 14-18)
Wednesday, October 14 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Casa De Apoyo
Salvi Soul Encuentro 2026: SF's Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (Oct 14-18)
Salvi Soul Encuentro 2026: SF’s Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (Oct 14-18)
Wednesday, October 14 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Casa De Apoyo
Salvi Soul Encuentro 2026: SF's Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (Oct 14-18)

Salvi Soul Encuentro is a four-date celebration of Salvadoran heritage in San Francisco’s Excelsior and Mission Districts. The program includes Salvadoran storytelling at Casa De Apoyo, a poetry and vinyl record showcase, a bike tour tracing the legacy of Los Siete de la Raza, and …

SF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (October 2026)
Wednesday, October 14 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Events are weather-dependent. Check the observatory's stories or follow its updates for confirmation each night.
 | San Francisco State University Observatory
SF State's Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (October 2026)
FREE Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) at The Function (SF)
Wednesday, October 14 – 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)
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Thursday, October 15

SF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)
Thursday, October 15 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
SF's Free Concerts & Food Trucks: "Civic Center Soundtrack" (Every Tue/Thu)
Big Art Loop: “Waterfront Walkabout” Free SF Art Stroll (Embarcadero)
Thursday, October 15 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP to reserve a spot for the guided art walking tour, the event and event activities are entirely free
 | The event stretches from Pier 14 to the Exploratorium
Big Art Loop: "Waterfront Walkabout" Free SF Art Stroll (Embarcadero)
Beats, Brews & Vines Free Downtown Millbrae Festival
Thursday, October 15 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Downtown Millbrae
Beats, Brews & Vines Free Downtown Millbrae Festival
Oakland’s Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)
Thursday, October 15 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)
Free HellaFunny Thursday Comedy Night (Downtown SF)
Thursday, October 15 – 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 HellaFunny Thursday Comedy Night (Downtown SF)
Crazy Karaoke: SF’s Wild New Thursday Night Party + $3 Shots (SF)
Thursday, October 15 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. - 21+
Crazy Karaoke: SF's Wild New Thursday Night Party + $3 Shots (SF)