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Saturday, January 17

$5 Off Tix: Timeless Musical “Into the Woods” Live in SF (Final Performance)
Saturday, January 17 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $47*
*Normally $52. $5 off Tickets w/ secret code FUNCHEAP; fees included
| San Francisco Playhouse
$5 Off Tix: Timeless Musical "Into the Woods" Live in SF (Final Performance)

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim explore the darker side of happily ever after in the timeless and ever-relevant Into the Woods. Beloved storybook characters collide as this timeless tale weaves together the stories of a childless Baker and his wife, Cinderella’s quest for love, and ...

“Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)
"Puff Puff Laugh" SF's Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)

Puff Puff Laugh is Back! And now we’re on Saturdays! HellaFunny is taking over one of SF’s premier cannabis lounges, Moe Greens, for a night of “Puff Puff Laugh.” That’s right… it’s the only comedy show in San Francisco where you can (legally in California) get high ...Every Saturday

SF Neo-Futurists “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)
SF Neo-Futurists “The Infinite Wrench” (30 Plays in 60 Minutes, every Fri & Sat)

See the show the SF Chronicle calls one of 22 San Francisco things everyone must do! 50 weekends a year, the critically-acclaimed San Francisco Neo-Futurists present The Infinite Wrench, an attempt to perform 30 bite-sized plays in a frantic race against the clock, in an ...

$5 Off: “Your Fucked Up Relationship” Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)
Saturday, January 17 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 10:15 pm | Cost: $16.37*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $21.49) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
| Endgames Improv Theater & Bar (SF)
$5 Off: "Your Fucked Up Relationship" Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)

Since 2011, San Francisco’s hottest improv show remains “Your Fucked Up Relationship.” — Improvised scenes inspired by your ridiculous, fucked up relationships. Everyone has had at least one. You tell us your story, we show you ours. You laugh, we laugh, and we all hook ...

Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)
Saturday, January 17 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
| Secret Location (SF)
Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

It’s the return of San Francisco’s only weekly HellaDesi Comedy Night with HellaFunny and Funcheap at a HellaSecret comedy venue with easy access to BART. See a showcase of some of the Bay Area’s top comedians of Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi, Afghan, and South Asian descent ...Every Saturday

SF’s Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)
Saturday, January 17 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 11:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function
SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

Welcome to The HellaFunny Olympics where the best San Francisco comedians go head-to-head against the best Oakland comedians in a classic Battle of the Bay. Who will win? You decide! Teams of comedians representing their city will engage in an epic joke off, trading jokes back and forth until ...Every Saturday

SF’s “Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service” 2026 Volunteering Weekend (Jan. 16-19)
Saturday, January 17 – 8:30 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| All Over the Bay Area
SF's "Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service" 2026 Volunteering Weekend (Jan. 16-19)

Take part in this National Day of Service to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Join us in January to make MLK Day a “day on, not a day off”. We’ll be celebrating the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy all weekend with volunteer ...

Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

, the de Young offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require the full admission price. Saturdays feature engaging art experiences for the entire family, ...Every Saturday

50+ Free Guided Walking Tours of San Francisco (MLK Weekend 2026)
Saturday, January 17 – 9:30 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tours, but donations to the guide are appreciated
| All Over San Francisco
50+ Free Guided Walking Tours of San Francisco (MLK Weekend 2026)

San Francisco City Guides offer free guided walking tours of many different neighborhoods in the city and will be offering a full slate of free tours over MLK weekend. 2026 MLK Weekend Tour Schedule All walks are free, although donations to the tour guides are, of ...

Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free "Legion of Honor" Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

 the Legion of Honor offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Advanced tickets are required, and capacity is limited due to COVID-19 precautions. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require ...Every Saturday

The Wardrobe Project Flea w/ $1 Bin (Rockridge BART)
Saturday, January 17 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free for all ages
| Rockridge BART
The Wardrobe Project Flea w/ $1 Bin (Rockridge BART)
A monthly vintage & makers market hosted by Oakland vintage shop The Wardrobe Project (located 1.5 blocks down college ave). Explore an incredible array of vintage clothing, accessories, furniture, home decor, jewelry, records and more as well as creations & handmade goods from local makers. ...
SF’s 2026 Free Lunar New Year Lion Dancing Festival at 16 SF Libraries (Jan. 17-31)
Saturday, January 17 – 10:15 am - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library (All Branches)
SF's 2026 Free Lunar New Year Lion Dancing Festival at 16 SF Libraries (Jan. 17-31)

Celebrate the Year of the Horse at 16 San Francisco Public Library branches with Lion Dance performances by the Jing Mo Athletic Association. Learn about Lunar New Year traditions, enjoy a spectacular martial arts demonstration, and touch a piece of lucky lettuce to start your ...

The Prince of Homburg: A Solo Exhibition by P. Staff
Saturday, January 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $10 | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
The Prince of Homburg: A Solo Exhibition by P. Staff
Experience this exhibition exploring freedom, repression, and desire through prints, sculpture, and a dream-like video installation. Step inside this exhibition asking timely questions of identity, autonomy, and social control.
Spread the Love: A Big Spoon Roasters Tasting Event
Saturday, January 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Ferry Building
Spread the Love: A Big Spoon Roasters Tasting Event
Join us for ‘Spread the Love’! Taste Big Spoon Roasters’ delicious nut butters and discover flavors that delight every scoop. Welcome to Spread the Love: A Big Spoon Roasters Tasting Event at the Ferry Building! Join us on January 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM . for ...
Free Drawing Session w/ Silent Film Clips (SF Main Library)
Saturday, January 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Completely free, and basic materials provided
| Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room
Free Drawing Session w/ Silent Film Clips (SF Main Library)
We’ll be pausing the silent Expressionist horror film, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, to draw striking frames. Basic materials (pencils, paper, erasers) will be provided. You may bring your own materials, but please no fume-creating paint or paint pens. Watercolor, ink and gouache are fine. This is ...
San Francisco Giants 2026 FanFest Tour (San Jose)
Saturday, January 17 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission, but there may be a parking charge at certain venues. Tickets are free but RSVP is required
| San Pedro Square Market
San Francisco Giants 2026 FanFest Tour (San Jose)

The Giants FanFest Tour 2026 visits three cities across Northern California, culminating in an Open House at Oracle Park in March. The free tour will include current Giants players, coaches, broadcasters, and Lou Seal will meet fans in their local communities, including San Jose, San Ramon, and Sacramento. ...

Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series
Saturday, January 17 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series
Join us outside on YBCA’s Third Street Courtyard for a poetry and spoken word reading by Kevin Dublin, Magick Altman and Tongo Eisen-Martin. Enjoy the performances designed to bring together intergenerational and diverse voices from the Bay. Included with gallery admission.
Vessel: An Exploration in Clay of Form, Ritual and Story
Saturday, January 17 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to all
| Transmission Gallery
Vessel: An Exploration in Clay of Form, Ritual and Story
Transmission Gallery is pleased to present “Vessel: An Exploration in Clay of Form, Ritual and Story,” a curated exhibition featuring ten ceramic artists whose work reimagines the vessel as a carrier of cultural meaning, memory, and personal expression. Curated by artist and ceramicist Suzanne M. Long, ...
Free Lunar New Year Mini-Block Party in SF’s Chinatown
Saturday, January 17 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Commercial Street
Free Lunar New Year Mini-Block Party in SF's Chinatown
Join us for our official kickoff of Commercial Break Marketplace celebrating the Lunar New Year featuring: Lion Dance + Giant Labubu performance God of Fortune appearances Chinese art demonstrations and hands-on tutorials Busking, Live Music and festive street atmosphere Decorative lighting and Lunar New Year–themed street décor A wide variety of exciting pop-up ...
SF Honors Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir at Civic Center Plaza + Parade (SF)
Saturday, January 17 – 12:30 pm - Ends at 2:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Civic Center Plaza
SF Honors Grateful Dead's Bob Weir at Civic Center Plaza + Parade (SF)
This free public gathering at Civic Center Plaza honors the life and legacy of Bobby Weir, celebrating his influence on music and community. The event centers on gratitude, remembrance, and togetherness, with special tributes and a procession down Market Street. There are no live musical ...
Beach Club Saturday’s at The Sand Bar
Saturday, January 17 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Sand Bar
Beach Club Saturday's at The Sand Bar
Come Vacay in the Bay. Beach Club Saturday’s–Day Party (1-4PM) We’ve got sand, drinks and DJ NiCE 4 Life bringing the waves. 21+ 21+ W/ Valid I.D. Required
Adrian West Band
Saturday, January 17 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Sailing Goat
Adrian West Band
Come hear the five-piece Adrian West Band perform at Sailing Goat Restaurant! Free show, all ages, tips appreciated. We’ll play 3 sets from 1 to 4pm. Sailing Goat is the newest addition to a farm to table restaurant experience in a fabulous outdoor setting! A bayside ...
Tony Klaas Memorial Art Show: Murals + Surreal Art (Oakland)
Saturday, January 17 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Grand Gallery Oakland
Tony Klaas Memorial Art Show: Murals + Surreal Art (Oakland)
Join us January 17th 1-5pm Tony Klaas Memorial Show runs through Jan 30th The Grand Gallery 560 2nd St., Oakland Wed-Thurs 12pm to 5pm Friday – 11am to 7pm Sunday 11am – 5pm See the captivating work of artist/muralist Tony Klaas. From his early murals in North Beach with artist Bill Weber to encounters with ...
Zindabaddies Improv at SF Sketchfest
Saturday, January 17 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: $34.86 | The Lost Church
Zindabaddies Improv at SF Sketchfest
SF Sketchfest: The San Francisco Comedy Festival presents 3 weeks of non-stop live sketch, improv, stand-up, podcasts, reunions, and more! Zindabaddies is an all-South Asian improv group that interviews a prominent South Asian celebrity guest and uses the interview as inspiration to perform some of the silliest ...
B. Monét Masterclass: Black Film as Protest (SF)
Saturday, January 17 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: $18*
*18 online 20 at the door
| BlackMaria Microcinema
B. Monét Masterclass: Black Film as Protest (SF)
Black Film as Protest: B. Monét ​MASTERCLASS Gather in a sacred space for conversation, reflection, and movement. This is a curated circle where we explore the journey to self-love, the power of personal reflection, and the legacy we are building—within and around us. Through guided dialogue, intuitive ...
Free Community Sand Art Experience at Ocean Beach (SF)
Saturday, January 17 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*please register
| Ocean Beach (Below Cliff House)
Free Community Sand Art Experience at Ocean Beach (SF)
Come create monumental art together. These gatherings are excellent for families and friends- and would make an amazing date! This is a drop-in style event with basically no teaching, just playing. A great way to dip your toes into the world of creativity at the beach. This ...
San Francisco Pride Band Free Concert at St. Mark’s Square (SF)
Saturday, January 17 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 4:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free for all
| St. Mark's Square
San Francisco Pride Band Free Concert at St. Mark's Square (SF)
Get ready for an afternoon of high-energy music, joy, and community! Join the San Francisco Pride Band, the Official Band of San Francisco, for a free pep-style concert packed with pop hits from the 1950s to today. This is your chance to see one of ...
2026 Napa Lighted Art Festival and Artist Meet & Greet
Saturday, January 17 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Downtown Napa
2026 Napa Lighted Art Festival and Artist Meet & Greet

The Napa Lighted Art Festival is a celebration of creative arts, technology and lights, and supports innovative techniques using light and light technologies as a growing art medium. This walkable outdoor experience is free in Downtown Napa, featuring 15 lighted art installations for 5 weeks ...

49ers Watch Party w/ Free Hot Dogs + Nachos (Pacifica)
Saturday, January 17 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Longboard Margarita Bar
49ers Watch Party w/ Free Hot Dogs + Nachos (Pacifica)
Gold Blooded faithful. Join us Saturday to cheer on our boys. Free hot dogs, nachos and more. We will also have a tv in the outside patio where all ages are welcomed.
Annual Indie Music Concert for the Alameda Food Bank
Saturday, January 17 – 5:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*Cash at the door
| Spats
Annual Indie Music Concert for the Alameda Food Bank
Annual benefit concert to support the Alameda Food Bank featuring: Slow Coast (indie beach rock) The Undercurrent (indie electro pop) The Helltones (surf / soul rock & roll) Sore Thumb (east bay indie punk) Casket Ring (doomgaze) Check out our YouTube playlist for a selection of songs from each band. $10 cash ...