Community
Thursday, June 18
Third Thursdays Night Market: Juneteenth x Pride (SF)
Celebrate Juneteenth and Pride with an evening of community, culture, and connection in the Mission District.
Monkeybrains & Claro SF present a night market featuring more than 10 African American and queer-owned vendors, local food, and live performances by AroMa and Dominé Brishawn.
Browse handmade goods, support ...
SF’s Free “Castro Merchant Walk” Discover Local Gems (Summer 2026)
Join us for our Castro Merchant Walk!
One of San Francisco’s most storied neighborhoods, the Castro is a vibrant, walkable district that grew out of the heart of the Queer Rights movement into a community defined by resilience, belonging, and an enduring commitment to its identity. ...
World Cup “Team Mexico” Fan March w/ Giveaways (Pier 48 to Chase Center)
Join fellow Team Mexico soccer fans for a pre-match fan march starting at Pier 48 Ferry Dock in San Francisco. The event kicks off at 4:30 PM with live music, activities, and giveaways—first 200 fans receive a soccer scarf or sunglasses. The march, led by ...
Free Outdoor Dance Party w/ DJs (SF)
Bloom Music Series On Ellis presents HABSTRAKT with N808, Clayton William & Duserock in Downtown
San Francisco
On Ellis is back for another Third Thursday celebration in Downtown San Francisco.
For this special edition, we’re launching the Bloom Music Series On Ellis featuring globally recognized electronic music artist ...
Summer Sip & Stroll: “Uncorked” Returns w/ Soccer + Live Music (Walnut Creek)
Walnut Creek’s favorite summer sip-and-stroll returns June 18 with a new global soccer–inspired twist. Hosted by the Walnut Creek Downtown Association, Uncorked combines wine tasting, live entertainment, shopping, and downtown vibes for a festive summer evening from 5–8:30 p.m.
Guests can enjoy 30+ wine, beer, and spirits tastings ...
Downtown SF Free DJ Party w/ Justin Martin (Mint Plaza)
Justin Martin headlines a free outdoor dance party for all ages at Mint Plaza in downtown San Francisco as part of Third Thursdays on Mint, presented by The Midway, 620 Jones, and Northern Nights. The event runs from 5 PM to 10 PM and requires ...
“Uncorked” 30+ Wine Tastings, Food Bites + Live Music (Walnut Creek)
Kick off summer at Walnut Creek Uncorked. Enjoy a Sip, Savor & Stroll experience that transforms downtown into a vibrant evening of wine, food, music, and discovery.
Grab your tasting glass and explore 30+ stops throughout downtown, each offering something unique, from curated wine pours and ...
A.C.T. Juneteenth Celebration 2026 (Strand Theatre)
Celebrate Juneteenth at A.C.T.’s Strand Theatre in San Francisco with an evening of body percussion, African drumming and dance, spoken word, poetry, and a Black History Show. The event features local vendors, food, and community activities. Free and open to the public.
Original Event Description:
_A.C.T. Celebrates ...
Mexico vs. Korea: FREE Outdoor World Cup Watch Party w/ Mariachi Bands (Thrive City)
Thrive City hosts a free soccer watch party broadcasting the Mexico vs. Korea Republic match en español on Telemundo. The event features Mexican Heritage Night celebrations, including a live mariachi band, themed food and drink specials, giveaways, and photo opportunities. Pre-match festivities begin at Channel ...
“Rock The Block” Downtown Novato’s Biggest Summer Street Party (2026)
ROCK THE BLOCK Downtown Novato’s biggest summer street party is back! June 18: Dance to Mercy & The Heartbeats Aug 13: Dance to Pop Rocks Cocktails, beer & wine Great food Fun for all ages Downtown Novato FREE TO ATTEND Grant Avenue between Machin and ...
Movies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)
20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Movies on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Thursday
Immersive Story Club at The Dogpatch Hub (SF)
June 18, June 25, July 2, July 9 , 6-8pm
Shared Worlds + Real Conversations
Immersive Story Club is a series of gatherings where we step inside powerful virtual reality stories together, then explore them through conversation, creativity, and community connection.
Each session features an immersive VR film ...
Free Neurotech Workshop: Train Focus w/ EEG, VR + Audio (SF)
Workshop Overview
Train your brain for deep focus using EEG neurofeedback, immersive VR, and brainwave entrainment audio in a 2-hour hands-on workshop.
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Your brain is the most important asset in your organization, yet you don’t train it.
Pro athletes train 90% of the time and compete 10%. Knowledge ...
Free Book Talk: Victorian Heists + All-Female Gangs (SF)
Victorian London comes vividly to life in this riveting heist novel about an all-female thieving gang and one young woman’s heroic plan to escape a life of crime, from Karen Odden, the USA Today bestselling author of Down a Dark River.
Best Bookstore in Union Square ...
Paint & Sip Under the Stars: Lunar Art Night + Drinks (Oakland)
Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip Series! In this instructor-guided workshop, guests will paint a glowing crescent Moon inspired by real lunar science, exploring how sunlight, shadow, and viewing angle shape what we see from Earth. Your ...
Paint & Sip: Waxing Crescent Moon (Oakland)
Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip Series! In this instructor-guided workshop, guests will paint a glowing crescent Moon inspired by real lunar science, exploring how sunlight, shadow, and viewing angle shape what we see from Earth. Your ...
Soulful Poetry + Song Night: HeartFire Supports Queer Artists (SF)
Join us at HeartLab for an unforgettable evening of spoken-word and sweet songs. Sacred Poet Noah Schnaubelt will be joined by sets of amazing music from both Alexa Jesse and Mirraj. This will be an intimate, cultivated container of performances to fan the flames of your heartspace, ...
Cult Movie Night: Peaches Christ + Improv Tribute to “Dream Warriors” (SF)
Live improv! Classic movies! Peaches fucking Christ! Come hear filmmaker Joshua Grannell (a.k.a. Peaches Christ) recount the first time they saw Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors in a theater, and see a short set inspired by their stories from some of San Francisco’s favorite ...
Social Media Prom: North Beach Nights at 117-Year-Old Bar (Savoy Tivoli)
Social Media Prom: North Beach Nights
Trade the scroll for the soul.
We’re taking over the legendary Savoy Tivoli for a night of high-fashion, low-inhibitions, and absolutely no “airplane mode.” Whether you’re redeeming a tragic high school memory or just need an excuse to wear that outfit ...
Free Flipside Record Club: Spin or Listen + BYOB (SF)
Bring some records and share your favorite tunes with us – or just hang out and listen! Flipside Record Club is free and open to the public.
If you’d like to share music, sign-ups are first-come, first-served. Please add your name to the whiteboard when you ...
Latin House + Live Drummer Queer Dance Party (Oakland)
Get ready for a night where electronic beats meet raw percussion, and queer joy meets pure fire. Experience DJs spinning the hottest Latin house, EDM, Dembow, House, and jersey style music while a live drummer amplifies and builds the energy.
This isn’t just another house party ...
Friday, June 19
Free Coffee Tasting Fridays (Emeryville)
Join us for a free coffee tasting!
Every Friday morning at 10 am, we open our Training Centers to coffee lovers who want to learn more about Counter Culture Coffee’s high-quality, sustainably sourced menu.
A longstanding tradition at Counter Culture Coffee, our team shares the story behind ...
San Francisco Waterfront Summer Market: 3-Day Cultural Fest (Ferry Building)
EVENT WARNING – as of 6/17/26 The Eventbrite for this event has been removed with no notice and we don’t see it listed it listed on the Ferry Building website either. So in all likelihood this event is no longer happening. Experience a vibrant three-day ...
Free Soccer Watch Party: 4 World Cup Matches + Wine Specials (Berkeley)
Watch Party at Gilman Wineries— screen printing, wine specials, food vendors & game-day excitement!
Join us at the Gilman Wine Block for a family-friendly celebration of soccer, community, and soccerfun!
Cheer on your favorite teams and enjoy a full day of Global Game matches throughout Friday, June ...
King of the County BBQ & Music Festival (Martinez)
Make plans to join us Father’s Day Weekend for the King of the County BBQ & Music Festival present by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce. Three days of great food, live music, family fun, and community celebration! The festival kicks off Friday, June 19 from ...
Juneteenth Community Clean-Up (Richmond)
Join us for our annual Juneteenth Community Service Clean Up!
As we commemorate this significant day in history, let’s come together to honor the spirit of unity and progress. Participate in our clean-up efforts to beautify our community, and as a token of appreciation, all volunteers ...
Juneteenth 2026 Free Community BBQ at Hilltop Park (SF)
Celebrate Juneteenth with a free community BBQ at Hilltop Park.
Join us for an afternoon of good food, music, dancing, games, and community as we honor Black history, culture, resilience, and joy. Free cookout favorites (including vegetarian options), family-friendly activities, local resources, and opportunities to connect ...
McDonald’s “Sip It & Kick it” Sampling by Justin Han (Santa Clara)
McDonald’s is celebrating how FIFA fans do their pre-game ritual with sampling of the new Beverage line and fun activities. Come by to get your pre-game ritual on.
SIP IT & KICK IT WITH JUSTIN HAN
2-5PM
June 19th, 2026
McDonald’s
2850 Augustine Dr.
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Juneteenth Sing-Along Choral Celebration (Berkeley)
Join Candace Johnson in Amateur Music Network’s 6th Annual Juneteenth Choral Celebration! We will be strengthening alliances and connection across race and culture through singing together. Anyone who wishes to participate in an inspiring hour of singing the joyous American music of freedom is encouraged ...
Free Valkyries Juneteenth Celebration at Thrive City (SF)
The first-ever Valkyries Juneteenth Celebration at Thrive City, in collaboration with Black Joy Parade, hosted by Ryan Nicole. The event will feature music by DJ Nina Sol, spades, domino and Uno tables by UPLFTRS, crown making by Oakland-based Mannequin Madness, an art showcase by Zoë ...
