Saturday, November 7
Oakland Diwali 2026 Festival of LIght
Saturday, November 7 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | BLOC 15
Oakland Diwali is a festival of lights like no other. Free and family-friendly, Oakland Diwali brings together hundreds people of all ages and ethnic backgrounds from all across the Bay Area. Dynamic dance and music performances, delicious South Asian food, a beautiful Bazaar, and infectious ...
Free Night Walking Tour of Chinatown Alleyways + North Beach (SF)
After dark, Chinatown quiets down. That’s when this walk starts.
It’s a free 90-minute evening tour that begins at the Dragon Gate and works up through Chinatown’s back alleys to the point where the neighbourhood turns into North Beach. Along the way: the old tong buildings ...
Sunday, November 8
2026 Muchos Art + Comic Expo: 50+ Artists (Berkeley)
Sunday, November 8 – 12:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | La Peña Cultural Center
Join us for the 2026 Muchos Art and Comic Expo!
Presented at La Peña Cultural Center in Berkeley, MACE makes it’s East Bay debut for 2026! Formerly the Mission Art and Comic Expo, MACE rebranded to Muchos Comics to provide our event and services across the ...
Diwali at the Outer Sunset Farmers Market
Celebrate the 4th Annual Diwali (the Festival of Lights) at The Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile! Join us again for a celebration of tradition and enlightenment with our fourth annual Diwali Festival. Featuring live music, cooking demos, family-friendly activities, and more! Did we mention ...
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, November 8 – 9:45 am - Ends at 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup Sundays, 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM Meet outside Another Cafe at 1191 Pine St Grab a picker, meet the people on your block, and leave the sidewalks cleaner than you found them. We provide all the supplies: grabbers, bags, gloves, ...Every Sunday
Free 2026 Wellness Fest: Food Tastings + DIY Bracelets (SF)
🥗 Good Food · Hands-On Fun · Gifts & Prizes · ❤️ Positive Energy
Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your Sunday?
Come celebrate with us at Bodhi Meditation San Francisco! Bring your family and friends for a welcoming day of food, creativity, meaningful ...
Free “Blankets & Blockbusters” Toy Story 5 Outdoor Movie (Thrive City)
Sunday, November 8 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Toy Story 5 at Thrive City on San Francisco’s largest plaza board. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and enjoy family-friendly movie-themed activities and a photo opportunity. The movie begins at 1PM, and space is limited to first-come, first-served. ...
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Free Oakland UP, a Social Practice Project by Jocelyn Meggait, is open Fridays through Sundays from 12–4 PM, offering free materials for art, collage, and junk journals such as ephemera, electronics parts, books, and household goods. Outdoor items are entirely free to take (just don’t ...Every Sunday
“Autumn In Willow Glen” 2026: Free Makers Market (San Jose)
Sunday, November 8 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Historic Garden Theater
Autumn in Willow Glen is a free fall makers market at the Historic Garden Theater featuring handmade candles, jewelry, art, trinkets, and goods from local small businesses. The family-friendly and pet-friendly event takes place in downtown Willow Glen.
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SF Diwali (Festival of Lights) and Kids Diwali Celebration
Celebrate Diwali with the whole family! Admission, food, and all activities are free.
Annakut Darshan: A grand display of hundreds of vegetarian dishes offered in devotion.
Immersive Cultural Exhibition: Discover the rich traditions and meaning of Hinduism and Diwali.
Kids’ Diwali Carnival: Explore the five days of Diwali ...
San Francisco Diwali Festival at Yerba Buena Gardens 2026
The San Francisco Diwali Festival brings together contemporary and traditional South Asian performances for a vibrant outdoor celebration. Set in the beautiful Yerba Buena Gardens, this free, all-ages event invites you to relax, dance, and celebrate Diwali.
Enjoy live performances throughout the day, along with a ...
Dia de los Muertos at Courthouse Square (Redwood City)
Sunday, November 8 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Courthouse Square
Redwood City’s beloved Día de los Muertos celebration returns to downtown on Sunday, November 8, 2026, bringing the community together at Courthouse Square for a vibrant celebration of remembrance, heritage, and culture. Hosted by Casa Círculo Cultural and the San Mateo County History Museum, in collaboration with the Redwood City Parks ...
Free Día De Los Muertos Festival w/ Altars at Courthouse Square (Redwood City)
Sunday, November 8 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Courthouse Square
Join Casa Círculo Cultural for a FREE Día de los Muertos celebration inspired by this year’s theme, Tlaxcala. This beloved community event welcomed over 9,000 attendees last year and features beautiful altars, live music, folklórico performances, art, family activities, delicious food vendors, a special car ...
Monday, November 9
Veteran’s Day Freebie: Free Dental Screenings w/ X-Rays for Veterans (SF)
Give Veterans A Smile is free of charge for veterans and active-duty members of the United States’ armed forces
• Free screenings, including dental X-rays; teeth, gum and tissue checks; blood pressure and glucose testing; and oral cancer screenings
• Get your questions answered by University of ...
Tuesday, November 10
Free UCSF Veterans Career Expo in SF’s Mission Bay (Open to All Job Seekers, Not Just Veterans)
Join us for UCSF’s 12th Annual Veterans Career Expo, an event bringing job seekers together with representatives from departments across UCSF.
While this event highlights and supports veterans transitioning into new careers, you do not need to be a veteran to attend—all job seekers are welcome.
Meet ...
“Cartoonist Conspiracy of San Francisco” Collaborative Drawing Jam
The San Francisco Cartoonist Conspiracy meets from 7-9pm on the second Tuesday of every month at Finjan Qahwa. Generally, we draw collaborative jam comics, socialize and drink beverages.Monthly
Friday, November 13
“Bhangra & Beats” Night Market: SF’s Official Diwali Celebration (Yerba Buena Gardens)
Friday, November 13 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens
Celebrate Diwali at the free Bhangra & Beats Night Market in downtown San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Gardens. The event features live Bhangra performances, interactive dance lessons, DJs, night market shopping, food vendors, and family activities, all in honor of the Festival of Lights. Open to ...
SF’s Free Filipino Cultural District Mural Reveal + Mini Block Party (SoMa)
Join us on Jessie West Alley for the unveiling of two monumental Mahal/Love murals, bold new works shaped by visions of love and belonging from artists Venazir Martinez and Andre Sibayan. Stay for a free mini block party with art activities, a fashion show, and ...
Interpreting 250 Years Since the Anza Expedition (USF)
This year marks the 250-year anniversary of the arrival of the Anza Expedition. In 2026, many events across the Bay Area and beyond have commemorated the arrival of the Anza expedition, which led to the founding of the Presidio and Mission Dolores. The 2026 Kevin ...
Saturday, November 14
Paramount Theatre Public Tour
Public tours of the Paramount Theatre are typically given on Saturdays, excluding holidays, holiday weekends and some event days. Our guided tours provide a full and informative view of the theatre. Tours are interactive in nature and run approximately 90 minutes.
Please Note: Due to their ...
District 4 Sunset Family Summit
This is Your City. This is Your Voice. This is Your Future. Share your story about growing up and raising your family in San Francisco.
Every family has a story. Every voice matters. Please share yours.
Join us for the District 4 Sunset Family Summit! The This Is ...
Drawn Together—A Drawing Club for Everyone
Draw in a calm and supportive community space for all levels (including you!). Doodle, practice, experiment with new materials, or finish that drawing/comic/manga page you’ve been procrastinating on. This is a great place to try something new, make mistakes (the fuel of creativity!) and have ...
“The Bay Made Me” Art Show w/ Rappin 4-Tay + Tattoo Specials (Hayward)
Saturday, November 14 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Simms Ink Tattoo Shop
The Bay Made Me: Playaz Club Edition is a one-night art show at Simms Ink Tattoo Shop in Hayward featuring artwork by Rappin 4-Tay, Big Lou, and 4-Tay’s wife. The event includes a DJ set by Ground Up Production Cast, food trucks, vendors, tattoo specials, ...
Sunday, November 15
$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
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, November 15 – 9:45 am - Ends at 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup Sundays, 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM Meet outside Another Cafe at 1191 Pine St Grab a picker, meet the people on your block, and leave the sidewalks cleaner than you found them. We provide all the supplies: grabbers, bags, gloves, ...Every Sunday
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Free Oakland UP, a Social Practice Project by Jocelyn Meggait, is open Fridays through Sundays from 12–4 PM, offering free materials for art, collage, and junk journals such as ephemera, electronics parts, books, and household goods. Outdoor items are entirely free to take (just don’t ...Every Sunday
Thursday, November 19
Big Art Loop: “Waterfront Walkabout” Free SF Art Stroll (Embarcadero)
San Francisco’s new event series where live music, interactive pop-ups, & monumental art set the stage for a bayside stroll like no other! Launching September 17 and returning monthly every third Thursday this fall, Waterfront Walkabout is a free series inviting you to experience the Big ...Monthly
Friday, November 20
From the E: Harvest Night Market (SF)
Free Community Fun! Come join us at the monthly Excelsior Night Market for a night of food, fun, and community vibes! This is the place to be for unique crafts, entertainment and live music. Explore the diverse offerings from local vendors and connect with your ...
Sunday, November 22
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)
Sunday, November 22 – 9:45 am - Ends at 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Lower Nob Hill Neighborhood/Another Cafe
Lower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup Sundays, 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM Meet outside Another Cafe at 1191 Pine St Grab a picker, meet the people on your block, and leave the sidewalks cleaner than you found them. We provide all the supplies: grabbers, bags, gloves, ...Every Sunday
Thursday, November 26
Volunteer for Thanksgiving Day 2026: Deliver Meals + In-Home Visits (SF)
Join us this Thanksgiving as we bring warmth, joy, and holiday meals to older adults in our community! There are two ways you can volunteer:
Option 1: In-Person Visit & Meal Delivery
Pick up your Thanksgiving meal(s) in downtown San Francisco on Thursday, November 26th between 10:00 ...
