Thursday, December 11
“Let’s Glow SF” 2025: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 5-14)
Thursday, December 11 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest FREE holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to downtown San Francisco for its fifth and grandest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly event runs for 10 nights from December 5-14, 2025. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating eight ...
Virtual Artist Talk with Kathryn Polk
Join us for an artist talk in conjunction with Kathryn Polk’s solo show Navigating Uncertainty on Thursday, December 11th, 2025 from 6 to 7:30 PM. This event is FREE and open to the public and will be online only, conducted over Zoom. Sign up through Eventbrite to ...
Performance: Kim Shuck’s Poem Jam: Endangered, Extirpated, Extinct
Thursday, December 11 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library (Latino Room, Lower Level)
San Francisco Poet Laureate emerita Kim Shuck and special guests present her latest collection of paired poems and artworks about twelve species from the Pacific Coast of the United States and United States territories. Shuck’s art will be on display, and she will participate in ...
“Lucid Plane” Opening: Psychedelic Art Reception at Heron Arts (SF)
Heron Arts is pleased to present Lucid Plane, a group exhibition that blurs the line between dream and vision. Bringing together contemporary artists whose work channels the aesthetics of psychedelia—vivid palettes, surreal compositions, altered realities, and expanded consciousness—the exhibition spans painting, sculpture, analog, and digital ...
Friday, December 12
“ARTasting” Holiday Artist Maker Fair + Lively Indoor Night Market (Downtown SF)
Experience ARTasting! A Holiday Artist Maker Fair in the heart of the city! An immersive art, craft, and food fair that marks the next chapter for Hunt & Gather, and a gathering for the community!
ARTasting returns for a special Holiday Edition! A lively indoor night ...
“Let’s Glow SF” 2025: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 5-14)
Friday, December 12 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest FREE holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to downtown San Francisco for its fifth and grandest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly event runs for 10 nights from December 5-14, 2025. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating eight ...
Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
The Japanese Tea Garden provides visitors from around the world with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, tranquility, and harmony of a Japanese-style garden in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Originally created as a “Japanese Village” exhibit for the 1894 California ...Every Friday
Second Fridays Art Walk | San Rafael
Friday, December 12 – 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Downtown San Rafael
Discover art, wine, entertainment, and more every second Friday of the month on Fourth Street in downtown San Rafael. From 5-8 pm (with some venues open later), the Second Fridays Art Walk connects dozens of venues in downtown San Rafael with the public, who can enjoy different ...Monthly
Vallejo Art Walk | Second Fridays
Friday, December 12 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Downtown Vallejo
The monthly Vallejo Art Walk showcases a variety of nationally accomplished and upcoming local creatives in the historic downtown Vallejo arts district from 5-10 pm on the second Friday of every month, on Georgia, Marin, and Virginia streets. Explore over 25 participating galleries and shops, and ...Monthly
Noisebridge Hackerspace Sweet 16 Celebration(SF)
Hello! It’s Noisebridge’s 16th Birthday and we’re CELEBRATING. Come visit this Mission community icon & one of the first North American hackerspaces.
This event is FREE (donations recommended if able) and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Come and go as you please. Feel free to pop in ...
Holiday Art-Making in The Mission: Craft Festive Gifts + BYOB (SF)
These holiday editions of our monthly event provides the space, materials and inspiration to gather, create, and connect through art. This month, The Drawing Room is hosting a few special holiday-themed Communal Table events. Join us for monster giftcards, scrappy ornaments, and collaged love notes ...Every Friday
Mini Masterpieces Holiday Gifts Show (Alameda)
Small & Affordable Art by Local Artists
Are you looking for that one-of-a-kind, handmade gift for your loved one this holiday season? Or just want a fun, small, quirky piece of local art for yourself?
Then get ready for the annual Mini Masterpieces Holiday Gifts Show — ...
2nd Friday Art Walk | Oakland & Alameda
Friday, December 12 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Jingletown
The Second Friday Artwalk is a ad-hoc group of galleries and businesses in the Alameda/Jingletown arts districts to promote art and culture in the community. Select studios, galleries and businesses open their doors to support the local arts from 6-9 PM. Exact locations change month ...Monthly
Food x Music: Interactive Tasting + Classical Recital (Berkeley)
Food x Music! Savoring the Score is an immersive event series that combines a seasonal tasting menu with a classical recital. Blending a curated concert program and a plant-centric menu, each piece is paired with an original dish that translates musical elements into flavors, textures, and ...
Saturday, December 13
Root Division’s 1st Annual Holiday Artist Fair + Free Drink Tickets (SF)
Discover 20+ emerging artists at Root Division’s 1st Annual Artist Fair – free art, performances, workshops & local food in San Francisco.
Come early and enjoy $5 off off Señor Sisig, and $1 off coffee at Excelsior Coffee from 12–1 pm!
Join us for Root Division’s 1st Annual ...
“Let’s Glow SF” 2025: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 5-14)
Saturday, December 13 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest FREE holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to downtown San Francisco for its fifth and grandest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly event runs for 10 nights from December 5-14, 2025. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating eight ...
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
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
Free 2025 “Winter Craft Day” at SF’s Randall Museum
The Randall Museum hosts a special day of creative craft activities for the winter season. The museum will be filled with fun seasonal activities exploring all kinds of arts, crafts, nature and science. The whole family can join in the wintery fun and make something ...
Winter 2025 “East Bay Open Studios” w/ 180+ Artists (Dec. 13-14)
Saturday, December 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Across the East Bay, Find Artists on our Website
East Bay Open Studios is back for two weekends this December with over 180+ artists opening their studios to the public. This free, self-guided event invites you to visit artist studios, pop-ups, and galleries in Oakland, Berkeley, and beyond. Our Winter event is the perfect ...Every Saturday
Pét Nat Winter Artist Market at Donkey & Goat Winery
Saturday, December 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Donkey & Goat Winery
Head over to Donkey & Goat Winery in the Gilman District of Berkeley on Saturday, December 13 from 11AM-5PM for their Pét Nat Winter Artist Market! This crafty winery is bringing together a selection of creative, local makers for a day of holiday shopping, good ...
Emerge Holiday Craft Fair: Artisans + DIY Workshops (SF)
Saturday, December 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Groundfloor
EMERGE Craft Fair is back on Saturday December 13 for a one-day extravaganza! Come out to meet the most talented Bay Area artists, makers and creative women-owned businesses! A wonderful day to explore, make, and nurture your creative spirit!
At the start of the holiday season, find ...
Art Guild of Pacifica’s 2025 “Winter Art Faire” (Dec. 13-14)
Saturday, December 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Sanchez Art Center
Celebrate the Season at the Winter Art Faire A festive weekend of art and community Original Art — Curated Fine Crafts + Artisan Goods Meet Local Artists & Visit Artists in Our Studios Presented by Art Guild of Pacifica at Sanchez Art Center ...
Winter 2025 “East Bay Open Studios” w/ 180+ Artists (Dec. 13-14)
Discover art this holiday season! East Bay Open Studios is back for two weekends this December with over 180+ artists opening their studios to the public. This free, self-guided event invites you to visit artist studios, pop-ups, and galleries in Oakland, Berkeley, and beyond. ...
Holiday Art Bazaar at Hayes Valley Art Works + Meet Adominable Snowman (SF)
Join us for a lively holiday weekend at Hayes Valley Art Works! More than a dozen local artists will be set up in the garden, selling original art, handcrafted gifts, prints, ceramics, textiles, and all sorts of festive treasures. Inside the gallery you’ll find even ...
Holiday Bazaar at Mare Island Art Studios (Dec 13-14, 20-21)
Saturday, December 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Mare Island Art Studios
Holiday Bazaar at Mare Island Art Studios!
Join us for 4 Festive Days of art, gifts and holiday cheer! Explore unique, handmade creations from approximately 20 local artists. It’s the perfect holiday experience where you can find gifts for yourself and those lucky people on your ...
Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series
Join us outside on YBCA’s Third Street Courtyard for a poetry and spoken word reading by Eeshan, Micah Ballard, and Evan Kennedy.
Enjoy the performances designed to bring together intergenerational and diverse voices from the Bay. Included with gallery admission.
Free Huge Sand Art Creation on Ocean Beach w/ Artist Andres Amador (SF)
Come create enormous art together and then watch as it washes away. All ages and abilities welcome.
Andres Amador is an earthscape artist from San Francisco who is well known for creating massive sand drawings on the beach using only a rake and some volunteers.
Come join ...
10-Year Anniversary + Holiday Art Market at Journal Building Art Residency (SF)
Saturday, December 13 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Journal Building
Join us for a special celebration as ArtSpan’s Journal Building marks 10 years of creative community!
For a decade, this iconic space at 1540 Market St, recognizable by its stunning bird mural, has been home to local artists, transforming an underutilized building into a thriving hub ...
Free Holiday Market: Ceramics + Handmade Gifts (SF Clayworks)
Saturday, December 13 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | sfclayworks
Join us for a festive afternoon at sfclayworks! Get into the holiday spirit as you shop local artists and makers. Find beautiful ceramics and other handmade goodies for all your holiday gifts.
Free to attend, and family friendly.
