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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, September 27

Randall Museum 75th Anniversary: Free Science/Nature/Art Festival (SF)
Sunday, September 27 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Randall Museum
Randall Museum 75th Anniversary: Free Science/Nature/Art Festival (SF)

The Randall Museum celebrates its 75th anniversary with a free, family-friendly festival featuring the opening of a new history exhibit, live music, crafts, climbing wall, skateboarding, archery, and more. The event includes activities and entertainment for all ages, instructor showcases, and guest speakers, highlighting the …

Monday, September 28

Tuesday, September 29

Wednesday, September 30

Thursday, October 1

$10 Off Tix: SF’s “Terror Vault” 1874 Halloween Haunt is Back for 2026 (Oct. 1-Nov. 1) $10 Off Tix: SF's "Terror Vault" 1874 Halloween Haunt is Back for 2026 (Oct. 1-Nov. 1)

San Francisco’s premiere haunted attraction returns for 2026 with “SLASHED: Return to Hellville” an all-new, bigger, and more terrifying theatrical and immersive experience from the insane mind of Peaches Christ.
Brand new for 2026: Thirty-seven years after the infamous Hellville massacre, a terrifying new evil has awakened. …

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)
Thursday, October 1 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!
| 16th & Mission BART (southwest streetcorner)
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

Friday, October 2

SF’s Giant Sculpture Farewell Party w/ DJs (Embarcadero Plaza)
Friday, October 2 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP encouraged. Open to all.
| Embarcadero Plaza
SF's Giant Sculpture Farewell Party w/ DJs (Embarcadero Plaza)

Join the farewell celebration for Marco Cochrane’s R-Evolution sculpture at Embarcadero Plaza on October 2. The event features afternoon art panels and talks on public art and creativity, followed by an evening party with live music, DJ sets from Opulent Temple, performances, and food and …

“Union Square Dances” Free Outdoor Friday Night Dance Party (SF)
Friday, October 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
"Union Square Dances" Free Outdoor Friday Night Dance Party (SF)
Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)
Friday, October 2 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Baukunst
Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)