Friday, October 9
“Parade of Ships” Under Golden Gate Bridge (Fleet Week 2026)
Friday, October 9 – 11:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Crissy Field
Look up in the sky when you hear the roaring of jet engines and head down to SF’s northern waterfront for San Francisco’s annual Fleet Week air show and festival. San Francisco Fleet Week returns October 4-12, 2026, bringing more than a full week of ...
Saturday, October 10
Resort-O-Rama 2026: Mid-Century ’50s Architecture Bash at Santa Rosa’s Flamingo Resort (Oct. 8-11)
Event: Resort-O-Rama When: October 8th -11th Where: Flamingo Resort in Santa Rosa, California. FREE Marketplace on Sunday! There are Day Seminars Free- $27.76, Lots of ala carte options depending on interest from $27.76-$499. Evening events are higher priced tickets We are thrilled to announce ...
1st Annual Indigenous Arts and Music Fest (North Bay)
The 1st Annual Indigenous Arts and Music Fest kicks off Indigenous People’s Day weekend and coincides with the United States’ 250-year celebrations this year. The lineup so far includes the Scotts Valley Pomo Dancers, Big Valley Pomo Dancers, Audiopharmacy, Kulingtang Dialect, Tsim Nuj, and Stewie ...
Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
The Whale’s Tale is a seasonal, open-air destination for live music, food and drinks, community programming and relaxing afternoons. Open Saturdays and Sundays and select holidays beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Whale’s Tail features a rotating lineup of musical acts throughout the season, weekly free ...Every Saturday
Golden State Pie Competition (Potrero Hill)
Join us in San Francisco for the Golden State Pie Contest—where the best pies battle for sweet glory!
Golden State Pie Contest – San Francisco
On Saturday, October 10th, at The Potrero Hill Neighborhood House in San Francisco, bakers will compete for the prize of Best Pie ...
Sunday, October 11
Resort-O-Rama 2026: Mid-Century ’50s Architecture Bash at Flamingo Resort (Santa Rosa)
Event: Resort-O-Rama When: October 8th -11th Where: Flamingo Resort in Santa Rosa, California. FREE Marketplace on Sunday! There are Day Seminars Free- $27.76, Lots of ala carte options depending on interest from $27.76-$499. Evening events are higher priced tickets We are thrilled to announce ...
Bay Area’s Oktoberfest 2026 (Crockett)
Sunday, October 11 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Bay Area's Oktoberfest 2026 Crockett, California
5th Annual Return of the Bay Area’s Oktoberfest 2026!
Live Music • Family Fun • Free Admission
Location:
628 2nd Ave., Crockett, CA
🅿️ Parking:
Street parking available
Additional parking at Carquinez Middle School
️ Admission:
FREE to attend!
Family-friendly • All ages welcome
What to Expect
Celebrate Oktoberfest in true Bavarian style with a full ...
SF’s Annual Italian Heritage Festival & Parade 2026
Sunday, October 11 – 12:30 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Fisherman's Wharf
The San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade returns to the streets of San Francisco on Sunday, October 11, 2026, bringing Italian-American culture, music, performances, floats, and community groups to the streets of North Beach.
The San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade is the longest continuously running Italian Heritage ...
Monday, October 12
Alcatraz’s Sunrise Gathering for Indigenous Peoples’ Day (2026)
The Indigenous Peoples’ Day Sunrise Gathering on October 12 and November 26, 2026 are organized by the International Indian Treaty Council commemorating the 1969-71 occupation of Alcatraz by the Indians of All Tribes. These are one-day events and not the standard Alcatraz Island tour; all ...
53rd Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off (Half Moon Bay)
Will the impressive world heavyweight record of 2,749 pounds set at our 2023 event get squashed by a Volkswagen-sized pumpkin in 2026 in Half Moon Bay? No weigh? Weigh! Bring it on beefy, brawny, burly behemoths!
The excitement is building in Pumpkintown as the World’s Greatest Gourd ...
Saturday, October 17
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Saturday, October 17 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Downtown Half Moon Bay
It’s pumpkin season on the Coastside, and Half Moon Bay is going all in. The annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival takes over historic Main Street for two days of giant pumpkins, live music, food, art, costumes, contests, and the wonderfully over-the-top Great ...
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Welcome to the World Pumpkin Capital! The legendary Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival returns October 17 & 18, 2026, transforming historic Main Street into the ultimate celebration of autumn, pumpkins, art, food, music and good old fashioned fun. Admission is FREE. The experience ...
SF’s 51st Annual Potrero Hill R&B Festival (2026)
Saturday, October 17 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 20th Street between Wisconsin and Missouri Streets
Potrero Hill’s annual neighborhood street festival returns for its 51st year, taking over four blocks of 20th Street with live R&B, food, family activities, and plenty of neighborhood hangout vibes.
The Potrero Hill Festival brings together local musicians, artists, food vendors, community groups, and activities for ...
31st Annual Campbell Oktoberfest (Oct. 17-18)
Willkommen to Campbell Oktoberfest: 31 Years of Bavarian Cheer
Grab your dirndl, dust off your lederhosen, and get ready for two full days of Gemütlichkeit in the heart of Downtown Campbell. For 31 years running, the Campbell Chamber has thrown one of the most authentic Bavarian ...
2026 Bay Area Science Festival w/ 120+ Free Hands-on Experiences (UCSF)
Saturday, October 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | UCSF Mission Bay Campus
Discover science fun and excitement together at the Bay Area Science Festival, Northern California’s largest free celebration of science.
The festival returns to UCSF’s Mission Bay Campus for one big day of 125+ hands-on experiences, jaw-dropping demonstrations, games, behind-the-scenes lab tours, film screenings and science talks. ...
“Shipyard Open Studios” Fall 2026: 130+ Artists, Free Admission & Parking
Step inside a San Francisco landmark: for one weekend the historic Hunters Point Shipyard opens the working studios of 130+ painters, sculptors, jewelers, ceramicists, photographers, and metalworkers. Talk directly with the artists, watch how the work gets made, and take home something original.
What to expect: ...
SF’s 2026 “Bearrison” Street Fair: Wrestling, Deadlift Contest & DJs (SoMa)
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and the Bears of San Francisco invite you to celebrate “A Fair For Every Bear” on Saturday, October 17, 2026! We’re bringing back favorites including the Deadlift Contest, Full Queer Wrestling, and XL Art Gallery, plus plenty of new attractions.
Set ...
A Toast to Sausalito: A Beer, Wine and Spirits Festival
A Toast to Sausalito Returns October 17
Raise a glass to one of Sausalito’s premier fall events! Join us on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00–5:00 p.m. for A Toast to Sausalito, a lively celebration of local flavors, art, music, and community on Caledonia Street.
Presented by the ...
Sunday, October 18
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Downtown Half Moon Bay
It’s pumpkin season on the Coastside, and Half Moon Bay is going all in. The annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival takes over historic Main Street for two days of giant pumpkins, live music, food, art, costumes, contests, and the wonderfully over-the-top Great ...
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Welcome to the World Pumpkin Capital! The legendary Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival returns October 17 & 18, 2026, transforming historic Main Street into the ultimate celebration of autumn, pumpkins, art, food, music and good old fashioned fun. Admission is FREE. The experience ...
Tuesday, October 20
Morgan Hill Open Studios 2026 Artist Reception
Tuesday, October 20 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Cura Contemporary
Tour artists’ home studios where 45 artists set up displays and demonstrations of their creations at their place of creation from October 24- 25. Artist Reception will be on October 20 6 – 8pm at Cura Contemporary.
Wednesday, October 21
Orionids Meteor Shower: Most Beautiful Shower of 2026
Wednesday, October 21 – 11:59 pm - Ends at 6:00 am |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Bay Area
The Orionids, which peak during mid-October each year, are considered to be one of the most beautiful showers of the year. Orionid meteors are known for their brightness and their speed. These meteors are fast—they travel at about 148,000 mph (66 km/s) into the Earth’s ...
Friday, October 23
“Lower Polk Live!” Free Street Festival w/ Art, DJs, Live Music (SF)
Lower Polk Live! returns to Polk Street for a free neighborhood celebration of music, art, and community. Experience an evening of live entertainment, local art, creative experiences, and more in the heart of Lower Polk. Featuring performances from Top Chefs, JP Breganza, and more. Experience ...
Saturday, October 24
SF’s 44th Annual Sandcastle Classic Contest at Ocean Beach (2026)
Saturday, October 24 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Ocean Beach
On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Leap Arts in Education will take over Ocean Beach for its 44th annual Sandcastle Classic, Northern California’s largest sandcastle competition. Teams of local students, architects, engineers, designers, contractors, and corporate teams will work together to transform the beach into a ...
44th Annual Sandcastle Classic: 100+ Teams Build Giant Sculptures (Ocean Beach)
Saturday, October 24 – 11:30 am - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Ocean Beach (Balboa)
Join us for the 44th Annual Sandcastle Classic! WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 11 AM–3:30 PM WHERE: Ocean Beach, SF (@ Balboa St) | FREE & family-friendly Watch 100+ teams of architects, designers, engineers, and students bring our “Bay Area Vibes” theme to life ...
Sunday, October 25
SFMOMA’s “Free Family Day” Free Museum Day
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) welcomes families and inter-generational audiences to the museum for its Free Family Day on October 25, 2026.
While the museum is always free for visitors 18 and younger, on Free Family Day, it is also free for up to ...
2026 “World of Dumplings” Festival at SF’s Ferry Building
Sunday, October 25 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
One of San Francisco’s tastiest community food festivals is back for its third year, bringing a whole world of dumplings to the Ferry Building. World of Dumplings returns Sunday, October 25, with 25+ restaurant vendors serving up dumplings from around the globe, and admission is ...
Bark at Spark: Howl-O-Ween (SF)
Bark at SPARK: Howl-O-Ween!
Calling all furry friends and spooky souls—it’s time to paw-ty! Bark at SPARK: Howl-O-Ween! is a celebration of pups, people, and community. Come meet fellow dog lovers, make new friends, and let your four-legged bestie make some new friends of their own—all ...
2026 “Howl-O-Ween” Pet Parade at City Center Bishop Ranch
Sunday, October 25 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | City Center Bishop Ranch
Your prized and precious pets will have their moment to shine on October 25 at the City Center Howl-O-Ween Costumed Pet Parade. This free event kicks off at 2 PM in Alexander Square, where pets will be strutting their stuff in costume, showing off their ...
Free Halloween “Trunk Or Treat” Party w/ Bounce Houses (SF)
Sunday, October 25 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | New North Church Parking Lot
Free Halloween Fun for the Whole Family!
Join us for a family friendly Trunk or Treat in San Francisco! Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy an evening of candy, decorated car trunks, bounce houses, games, food, and plenty of Halloween fun.
Bring your family, invite ...
