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Wednesday, September 30

$35 for Locally-Run Independent Internet Service (SF + Bay Area)
Wednesday, September 30 – All Day | Cost: $35*
*$35 per month - Fast Speeds | No contracts | No hidden fees
| All Over the Bay Area
$35 for Locally-Run Independent Internet Service (SF + Bay Area)

Join thousands of Bay Area residents who’ve chosen Monkeybrains for fast internet, honest pricing, and friendly local support. Why choose Monkeybrains? Local Internet. Built Right. Fast Speeds | No contracts | No hidden fees RESIDENTIAL Home internet gets an upgrade. $35/MO Honest pricing Month-to-month No ...Monthly

Workout Wednesdays at SF’s Union Square (Sept. 23-Oct. 14)
Wednesday, September 30 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No RSVP required
| Union Square Park
Workout Wednesdays at SF's Union Square (Sept. 23-Oct. 14)

Get ready to move, groove, and feel amazing at this free outdoor fitness class led by Rae Studios! Break a sweat and meet a new community at this rotating class. Workout Wednesdays , September 23 – October 14, 2026 | 5:30p – 6:30p Union ...Every Wednesday

Save the “Sixth Street Homeless Self-Help Center” Rally (SF City Hall)
Wednesday, September 30 – 10:45 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco City Hall Steps
Save the "Sixth Street Homeless Self-Help Center" Rally (SF City Hall)
Hospitality House is holding a rally on the steps of San Francisco City Hall opposing the proposed closure of the Sixth Street Self-Help Center. The center provides low-barrier peer support, case management, behavioral health resources, housing and employment referrals, therapy and support groups, and basic-needs ...
“Microfone” App Launch Party at 111 Minna Gallery (SF)
Wednesday, September 30 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Live music! Standup comedy! Custom cocktails!
| 111 Minna Gallery
Your next favorite app is launching…come celebrate with us! There will be live music, standup comedy, custom Microfone cocktails, and lots of dancing. Invite your friends!
Every Wednesday: Gr8’tr U X Rafiki Run Club (SF)
Wednesday, September 30 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Crane Cove Park
Every Wednesday: Gr8’tr U X Rafiki Run Club (SF)
Join the Gr8’tr U and Rafiki Run Club every Wednesday at 5:30! This 10-week run club gives everyone a chance to enjoy some cardio, bond with their fellow runners, and get a great workout in! Not much of a runner? No worries! Everyone is welcome. Whether ...
2026 Madrone Artist Grant Showcase (SF)
Wednesday, September 30 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Madrone Art Bar
2026 Madrone Artist Grant Showcase (SF)
Join us as we celebrate the first group of 2026 Madrone Artist Grant recipients and the opening of their work at Madrone Art Bar! On the Main Wall: Hugo Kobayashi Evgenia Korotchenko Front Window Installation: Zoë Greenham Come meet the artists, see the new work, grab a drink, and ...
The Big Quiz Thing Live
Wednesday, September 30 – 6:30 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Your free VIP pass to a deluxe trivia experience in SF, September 30
| GroundFloor
The Big Quiz Thing Live
Hello, genius, The Big Quiz Thing is throwing a special live trivia event in San Francisco, and your invitation just arrived. The Big Quiz Thing Live Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM Groundfloor (455 Valencia St off 16th St, San Francisco) If you’ve worked with us before, you already ...
“Unlock Your Idea” Startup Pitch & Themed Networking (San Jose)
"Unlock Your Idea" Startup Pitch & Themed Networking (San Jose)
Meet five startup founders, hear their ideas, and connect with San Jose’s startup community at an evening of live pitches and networking. Ascent Valley brings together founders, investors, entrepreneurs, and technology professionals for a focused evening featuring five startup founders presenting their companies and ideas on ...

Thursday, October 1

SF’s 1st Ever “Walktober” Citywide Hikes + Community Walks Celebration (October 2026)
Thursday, October 1 – All Day | Cost: FREE | City of San Francisco
SF's 1st Ever "Walktober" Citywide Hikes + Community Walks Celebration (October 2026)
This October, San Francisco invites everyone to step outside and explore for the city’s first annual Walktober — a month-long, city-wide celebration of walking, urban trail adventuring, and community connection. Organized by the San Francisco Crosstown Trail in partnership with a wide variety of local ...
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)
Thursday, October 1 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| 2nd Street between Market and Howard Streets
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays is back in 2026 for a full year of street parties in 2026, starting Jan 1, 2026, with a New Year’s Day Edition and returning every first Thursday with a new downtown block party. DJs – Live Performances – Dancing – Drag ...Monthly

Opening Night: Silent Art Auction Preview at Hunters Point Shipyard (Live Jazz + 100 Artworks)
Thursday, October 1 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free — RSVP requested via Eventbrite. Space is limited. Refreshments; cash bar.
| Shipyard Gallery, Building 101, Hunters Point Shipyard
Opening Night: Silent Art Auction Preview at Hunters Point Shipyard (Live Jazz + 100 Artworks)
Be the first to see this fall’s Silent Art Auction at the Hunters Point Shipyard — 100+ original works donated by Shipyard Artists, with starting bids that can be a real deal. It’s also the perfect way to plan your Shipyard Open Studios visit (Oct ...
Future of Fashion Confrence
Thursday, October 1 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $17.85 | Little Ravey Gallery
Future of Fashion Confrence
Join us at the opening evening of the Award winning Fashion Community Week. We are celebrating our 23rd season by kicking off with a Future of Fashion Conference. Experience industry leaders discussing sustainability and the Future of Fashion. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world ...
Free Beginner Swing Dancing Lesson
Thursday, October 1 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*There is a one drink minimum
| DecoDance Bar on Polk St.
Free Beginner Swing Dancing Lesson
Join us for a night of swing dancing at the fabulous DecoDance bar ✨ we do a throwback dance style (Lindy Hop) to a mix of contemporary and vintage music. From Ella Fitzgerald to Fleetwood Mac to Tame Impala, we Lindy Hop to it all ...

Friday, October 2

Westbrae Pumpkin Patch 2026 in North Berkeley (Sept. 18 – Oct. 31)
Friday, October 2 – 9:30 am - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to browse, pumpkins $5-35 to purchase
| Westbrae Nursery
Westbrae Pumpkin Patch 2026 in North Berkeley (Sept. 18 – Oct. 31)

Fall is just around the corner, and we’re excited to share a great local opportunity for families to enjoy a seasonal tradition while supporting our schools. Westbrae Nursery in North Berkeley, located at the corner of Gilman and Santa Fe, will host its annual pumpkin ...

Free Fall 2026 Open Studios at 1890 Bryant (Preview Night)
Friday, October 2 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No RSVP required
| 1890 Bryant Street Studios
Free Fall 2026 Open Studios at 1890 Bryant (Preview Night)

1890 Bryant Fall 2026 Open Studios: ART MADE HERE You’re invited to 2026 Fall Open Studios at 1890 Bryant Street Studios! Our artists once again are celebrating with the ArtSpan Mission District weekend. Experience Open Studios weekend at 1890 Bryant Street Art and independent artists ...

Free Parenting Workshop: Decode Your Child’s Behavior (Mill Valley)
Friday, October 2 – 9:00 am - Ends at 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Please RSVP
| Marin Horizon School
Free Parenting Workshop: Decode Your Child's Behavior (Mill Valley)
Behind the Behavior: Understanding Your Child at Every Developmental Stage and What You Might See at Home Friday, October 2, 2026 9:00-10:00 a.m. / Marin Horizon School Library When we think about the beginning of the school year, we think about new teachers, new friends, new expectations, and ...
Mission Street Taco Tour
Friday, October 2 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: $17.85*
*Early Bird Special: $5 Off Admission!
| La Corneta Taqueria
Mission Street Taco Tour
Mission Street Taco Tour is a tasty way to explore San Francisco’s Mission District while celebrating National Taco Day weekend and Hispanic Heritage Month. Guests can choose between a self-guided taco crawl or a special guided walking tour. The self-guided experience includes a taco tour map ...
SF’s Giant Sculpture Farewell Party w/ DJs (Embarcadero Plaza)
Friday, October 2 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 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 ...
Chair Yoga With Kayko
Friday, October 2 – 2:30 pm - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Sunset Branch Library
Chair Yoga With Kayko
Practice chair yoga, a gentle, seated practice, perfect for those seeking low-impact exercise. Chair yoga improves your well-being. Kayko is a certified yoga therapist and instructor. She has years of experience teaching older adults the joy of yoga in a chair! Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-2808 ...
“Union Square Dances” Free Outdoor Friday Night Dance Party (SF)
Friday, October 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
"Union Square Dances" Free Outdoor Friday Night Dance Party (SF)

Come out to Union Square Park every Friday from 5 pm to 8 pm through October 16 for our free Union Square Dances. Enjoy rotating styles of live music and dancing, including Salsa, Country Western, Swing, Bollywood, and Tango. Each event starts with a lesson followed by ...Every Friday

Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)
Friday, October 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Baukunst
Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)

Join us for Baukunst First Fridays, our brand-new monthly celebration blending art, music, and food! Every month, experience a vibrant evening of creativity, delicious bites, and fantastic tunes. Mark your calendars and bring your friends — let’s make every first Friday unforgettable! Baukunst First Fridays ...Monthly

Free “Sun Sala” Sunset Celebration: Filipino Art + DJs (Yerba Buena Gardens)
Friday, October 2 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens
Free "Sun Sala" Sunset Celebration: Filipino Art + DJs (Yerba Buena Gardens)
Dear community, We’re continuing the community activation of the Sun Dome with a SunSet Celebration! On Friday, October 2nd from 5:30-8:00pm, come kick off Filipino American History Month with us for a night filled with community, art, reflection, and dancing. To read more about the new ...
“Uniquely Filipino” Art Exhibition at Sentro Filipino
Friday, October 2 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Sentro Filipino: San Francisco Filipino Cultural Center
"Uniquely Filipino" Art Exhibition at Sentro Filipino
Please join us at Sentro Filipino on Friday, October 2nd from 6-8PM to welcome our upcoming exhibit, Uniquely Filipino, featuring the following artists: • Lorivic Bicomong • Glendford Lumbao • Jethro Patalinghug • Melanie Tiongson Exhibition Statement: Filipino sailors arrived in Morro Bay, California in October 1587 And the rest is history Since ...
Free Art Opening: Live The Moment Light (Palo Alto Art Center)
Friday, October 2 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Palo Alto Art Center
Free Art Opening: Live The Moment Light (Palo Alto Art Center)
Friday Night at the Art Center Opening Celebration ️ Friday, Oct 2 | 6–8 PM | Palo Alto Art Center ️ FREE & open to all! Join us for a free opening celebration of the exhibition Live the moment light ✨ What to Expect Art Making (FREE) Music 🧀 Food for purchase Cash Bar ️ Bring your own tote or T ...
Free 2026 Book Launch w/ Nat Geo Photographer Kiliii Yüyan (Corte Madera)
Friday, October 2 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Book Passage Corte Madera
Free 2026 Book Launch w/ Nat Geo Photographer Kiliii Yüyan (Corte Madera)
 Event Oct 2 with Nat Geo Photographer and Author Kiliii Yüyan at Books Passage Corte Madera On October 2, National Geographic photographer and explorer Kiliii Yüyan will be giving a multimedia author presentation based his book Guardians of Life: Indigenous Knowledge, Indigenous Science, and Restoring the ...
100 Years of OLA: Eras Tour Fun Faire w/ Food, Rides (Burlingame)
Friday, October 2 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Entry is free. Ride and game tickets, food and drinks available for an additional fee
| Our Lady of Angels
100 Years of OLA: Eras Tour Fun Faire w/ Food, Rides (Burlingame)
Join us for a very special Fun Faire as we celebrate 100 years of OLA. This year’s theme: the OLA Eras Tour! Friday, October 2 | 6pm–10pm Saturday, October 3 | 2pm–10pm ️ Discounted pre-sale ride wristbands go on sale on September 16! @OLA: 1721 Hillside Drive, Burlingame Rides ...
Steve Hawk Author Talk
Friday, October 2 – 6:30 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free event; RSVP requested; Books available for purchase
| Fireside Books & More
Steve Hawk Author Talk
Author Steve Hawk will be at Fireside with his thrilling new release, Nearshore. This NorCal-based literary thriller explores deeper clashes: isolation versus community and family, Silicon Valley versus humanity, words versus action, and land versus sea. If you’d like to reserve a copy of Nearshore, ...
SF’s Free Fall 2026 “Night Garden on Third” Jazz Mafia + Vinyl DJ Concert Series (Bayview)
Friday, October 2 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*All ages event.
| People's Garden
SF's Free Fall 2026 "Night Garden on Third" Jazz Mafia + Vinyl DJ Concert Series (Bayview)

Night Garden on Third is a free three-part evening music series at the People’s Garden in Bayview. The series includes Afrobeat Sunset on October 2, Jazz Night in the Garden on October 3, and Soulful Sunset on October 4, with live music by Jazz Mafia ...

“SF Fiction Society” Free Weekly Book Swap + Reader Meetup
Friday, October 2 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 340 Fremont St (9th Floor)
SF Fiction Society is a weekly gathering for people who love great stories and the conversations they spark. Bring one fiction book you’ve read and would genuinely recommend. You’ll meet other readers, hear why they chose theirs, and pick someone else’s book to read next. ...
Comedy Night at Mayes
Friday, October 2 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $25*
*Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm
| Mayes Oyster House
Comedy Night at Mayes
Get Ready for Comedy Night @Mayes! Looking for some laughs? Join us at Mayes for a night packed with jokes, good vibes, and plenty of chuckles. It’s the perfect chance to hang out, unwind, and enjoy some top notch comedy right where it’s happening. Don’t miss out on ...