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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, October 17

Jack O’ London Square’s 2026 “Pup Crawl”: Halloween Bar Crawl (Oakland)
Saturday, October 17 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP required. Donations to Oakland Animal Services appreciated.
| Jack London District
Jack O’ London Square's 2026 "Pup Crawl": Halloween Bar Crawl (Oakland)

The Jack O’ London Pup Crawl is a Halloween-themed, dog-friendly bar and restaurant crawl in Oakland’s Jack London District. The free RSVP event includes Halloween decorations, food and drink specials, participating dog-friendly businesses, and costumes for people and pets; donations to Oakland Animal Services are …

2026 “Peculiarities” Market: Oddities + Free Treats for First 30 People (San Jose)
Saturday, October 17 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Rumble City Boxing
2026 "Peculiarities" Market: Oddities + Free Treats for First 30 People (San Jose)

SJ.Makers and Rumble City Boxing host a free, family-friendly Halloween market featuring peculiarities, local art, tooth gems, vendors, treats, trinkets, and oddities. The event includes a Trunk or Treat Decorating Contest with cash prizes, candy and freebies, and costumes are encouraged. The first 30 customers …

Hayward’s Halloween-Themed 2026 Night Market
Saturday, October 17 – 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | St. Rose Hospital
Hayward's Halloween-Themed 2026 Night Market

The Hayward Night Market returns to St. Rose Hospital for a free Halloween-themed market featuring food and goods from local vendors, live music, giveaways, and family activities.
Original Event Description:
_The Hayward Night Market is back this year for another Halloween-themed event! This year’s market is taking …

Hayward Night Market: Spooky Season Return (Fall 2026)
Saturday, October 17 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | St. Rose Hospital
Hayward Night Market: Spooky Season Return (Fall 2026)

The Hayward Night Market returns to St. Rose Hospital’s parking lot to celebrate the spooky season with local food, vendors, organizations, artists, musicians, and giveaways. The event is free to attend and offers a variety of activities, food options, and community engagement opportunities. Vendor booths …

Sunday, October 18

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission for All
| Downtown Half Moon Bay
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, October 18 – 9:45 am | Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)
Sunday, October 18 – 10:30 am | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)
“Salvi Soul Sunday” Free Block Party for SF’s Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (The Mission)
Sunday, October 18 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Excelsior & Mission
"Salvi Soul Sunday" Free Block Party for SF's Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (The Mission)
San Francisco Photobook Fair w/ 40+ Publishers (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Harvey Milk Photo Center
San Francisco Photobook Fair w/ 40+ Publishers (Oct. 17-18)
SF’s “Balboa Block Party” 2026 (Greenwich/Fillmore)
Sunday, October 18 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Greenwich and Fillmore
SF's "Balboa Block Party" 2026 (Greenwich/Fillmore)

Balboa Cafe’s Balboa Block Party returns October 18 at Greenwich and Fillmore in San Francisco. The street fundraiser supports the PlumpJack Foundation and is promoted with espressotinis and community gathering.
Since 1913, Balboa Cafe has served as one of San Francisco’s oldest restaurant where it all …

“Sun Dial” Punk Art Market w/ Live Music + Tattoos (Oakland)
Sunday, October 18 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Vetiver
"Sun Dial" Punk Art Market w/ Live Music + Tattoos (Oakland)

Sun Dial: Punk Art Market takes place at Vetiver in Oakland with clothing, jewelry, tattoos, and art vendors. The all-ages event has no cover and includes live music by Jaguar Ride at 5 PM.
Original Event Description:
_No AI flyer art needed for @vetiveroakland’s upcoming SUN DIAL: …

Monday, October 19