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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, November 23

Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, November 23 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
Oakland’s Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Mirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)
Monday, November 23 – 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, November 24

SF History Night | Pacific Heights
Tuesday, November 24 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*$10 for non-members; free for SFHA members
SF History Night | Pacific Heights
Free SF “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Tuesday)
Tuesday, November 24 – 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, November 24 – 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 November 24

Wednesday, November 25

FREE Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) at The Function (SF)
Wednesday, November 25 – 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)
> See more events for November 25

Thursday, November 26

Free HellaFunny Thursday Comedy Night (Downtown SF)
Thursday, November 26 – 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, November 26 – 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. - 21+
Crazy Karaoke: SF's Wild New Thursday Night Party + $3 Shots (SF)
> See more events for November 26

Friday, November 27

“Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)
Friday, November 27 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
"Rush Hour Comedy Night" w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Friday, November 27 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
“Golden Gate Comedy Night” SF’s Most Intimate Comedy Club
Friday, November 27 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. 21+
"Golden Gate Comedy Night" SF's Most Intimate Comedy Club
> See more events for November 27

Saturday, November 28

“Golden Gate Comedy Night” SF’s Most Intimate Comedy Club
Saturday, November 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. 21+
"Golden Gate Comedy Night" SF's Most Intimate Comedy Club
FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)
Saturday, November 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)
“Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)
Saturday, November 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $25 door tickets also available
"Crazy Funny Asians" Free Comedy Showcase (SF)
> See more events for November 28

Sunday, November 29

Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, November 29 – 9:45 am | Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Sunday, November 29 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*All outdoor items are free; one free indoor item per person per day, additional items for donation. Some plants and select treasures for sale.
 | Free Oakland UP
"Free Oakland Up" Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, November 29 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF
Sunday, November 29 – 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
> See more events for November 29

Monday, November 30

Free SF Comedy Show “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Monday)
Monday, November 30 – 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)
> See more events for November 30

Tuesday, December 1

SF’s Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)
Tuesday, December 1 – 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)
Free SF “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Tuesday)
Tuesday, December 1 – 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)
> See more events for December 1

Wednesday, December 2

SF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (Final Week of 2026)
Wednesday, December 2 – 6:30 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 (Final Week of 2026)
FREE Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) at The Function (SF)
Wednesday, December 2 – 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)
> See more events for December 2

Thursday, December 3

SF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (Final Week of 2026)
Thursday, December 3 – 6:30 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 (Final Week of 2026)
Free HellaFunny Thursday Comedy Night (Downtown SF)
Thursday, December 3 – 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)