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Saturday, October 17

FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)
FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...

“Golden Gate Comedy Night” SF’s Most Intimate Comedy Club
Saturday, October 17 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. 21+
| The Function
"Golden Gate Comedy Night" SF's Most Intimate Comedy Club

See top comics you’d normally see at Punch Line, Cobbs and SF Sketchfest up close at intimate comedy club in the heart of downtown SF. Looking for a real San Francisco comedy experience? Golden Gate Comedy Night is your go-to show – a sharp, fast-moving showcase of the Bay ...

“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

$5 Off: “The Confessional” SF’s Wild “Sins & Secrets” Improv Comedy Show
Saturday, October 17 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $11.94*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $17.12) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
| Endgames Improv Theater & Bar (SF)
$5 Off: "The Confessional" SF's Wild "Sins & Secrets" Improv Comedy Show

From the mild to the wild, all of us have guilty pleasures, moments of being bad, and the down right awful. Audiences submit written sins and secrets, and we weave a fully improvised comedy show. Don’t worry, it’s anonymous. No one will know about the ...

$5 Off: “Your Fucked Up Relationship” Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)
Saturday, October 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 ...

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 ...

Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)
Saturday, October 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

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Saturday, October 17 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission for All
| Downtown Half Moon Bay
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)

Welcome to the World Pumpkin Capital! The legendary Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival returns October 17 & 18, 2026, transforming historic Main Street into the ultimate celebration of autumn, pumpkins, art, food, music and good old fashioned fun. Admission is FREE. The experience ...

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Saturday, October 17 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Downtown Half Moon Bay
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)

It’s pumpkin season on the Coastside, and Half Moon Bay is going all in. The annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival takes over historic Main Street for two days of giant pumpkins, live music, food, art, costumes, contests, and the wonderfully over-the-top Great ...

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

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

31st Annual Campbell Oktoberfest (Oct. 17-18)
Saturday, October 17 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission; cost for food, drinks, and KinderPlatz
| Downtown Campbell CA
31st Annual Campbell Oktoberfest (Oct. 17-18)
Willkommen to Campbell Oktoberfest: 31 Years of Bavarian Cheer Grab your dirndl, dust off your lederhosen, and get ready for two full days of Gemütlichkeit in the heart of Downtown Campbell. For 31 years running, the Campbell Chamber has thrown one of the most authentic Bavarian ...
SF’s 51st Annual Potrero Hill R&B Festival (2026)
Saturday, October 17 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 20th Street between Wisconsin and Missouri Streets
SF's 51st Annual Potrero Hill R&B Festival (2026)
Potrero Hill’s annual neighborhood street festival returns for its 51st year, taking over four blocks of 20th Street with live R&B, food, family activities, and plenty of neighborhood hangout vibes. The Potrero Hill Festival brings together local musicians, artists, food vendors, community groups, and activities for ...
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)
Saturday, October 17 – 10:30 am | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)

FilBookFest 8, the Filipino American International Book Festival, returns to the San Francisco Public Library on October 17-18, 2026. This free, two-day event celebrates Filipino American stories during Filipino American History Month with panel discussions, book signings, and readings by writers, scholars, and creatives from ...

2026 Bay Area Science Festival w/ 120+ Free Hands-on Experiences (UCSF)
Saturday, October 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | UCSF Mission Bay Campus
2026 Bay Area Science Festival w/ 120+ Free Hands-on Experiences (UCSF)
Discover science fun and excitement together at the Bay Area Science Festival, Northern California’s largest free celebration of science. The festival returns to UCSF’s Mission Bay Campus for one big day of 125+ hands-on experiences, jaw-dropping demonstrations, games, behind-the-scenes lab tours, film screenings and science talks. ...
“Shipyard Open Studios” Fall 2026: 130+ Artists, Free Admission & Parking
Saturday, October 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free — RSVP requested via Eventbrite. Free parking.
| Hunters Point Shipyard (Shipyard Trust for the Arts)
"Shipyard Open Studios" Fall 2026: 130+ Artists, Free Admission & Parking
Step inside a San Francisco landmark: for one weekend the historic Hunters Point Shipyard opens the working studios of 130+ painters, sculptors, jewelers, ceramicists, photographers, and metalworkers. Talk directly with the artists, watch how the work gets made, and take home something original. What to expect: ...
Off the Grid 2026 Treasure Island w/ Free Kites + Free Ferry Rides (Fall 2026)
Saturday, October 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 695 Avenue of the Palms
Off the Grid 2026 Treasure Island w/ Free Kites + Free Ferry Rides (Fall 2026)

through October 17 from 11 AM to 4 PM, Off the Grid returns to Treasure Island, bringing food trucks, music, and family-friendly activities to Cityside Park in San Francisco’s newest waterfront neighborhood. The spring series includes free kite flying, face painting, and plenty ...Every Saturday

SF’s 2026 “Bearrison” Street Fair: Wrestling, Deadlift Contest & DJs (SoMa)
Saturday, October 17 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*The fair is free, but donations are always appreciated
| Harrison and 11th Street
SF's 2026 "Bearrison" Street Fair: Wrestling, Deadlift Contest & DJs (SoMa)
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and the Bears of San Francisco invite you to celebrate “A Fair For Every Bear” on Saturday, October 17, 2026! We’re bringing back favorites including the Deadlift Contest, Full Queer Wrestling, and XL Art Gallery, plus plenty of new attractions. Set ...
District 8 Castro Family Summit
Saturday, October 17 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free food and childcare.
| Eureka Valley Recreation Center
District 8 Castro 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 8 Castro Family Summit! The This Is ...
A Toast to Sausalito: A Beer, Wine and Spirits Festival
Saturday, October 17 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Sampling Wristbands starting at $40-Early Bird
| Caledonia St.
A Toast to Sausalito: A Beer, Wine and Spirits Festival
A Toast to Sausalito Returns October 17 Raise a glass to one of Sausalito’s premier fall events! Join us on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00–5:00 p.m. for A Toast to Sausalito, a lively celebration of local flavors, art, music, and community on Caledonia Street. Presented by the ...
Hayward Night Market: Spooky Season Return (Fall 2026)
Saturday, October 17 – All Day | Cost: FREE | St. Rose Hospital
Hayward Night Market: Spooky Season Return (Fall 2026)
The Hayward Night Market returns to St. Rose Hospital’s parking lot to celebrate the spooky season with local food, vendors, organizations, artists, musicians, and giveaways. The event is free to attend and offers a variety of activities, food options, and community engagement opportunities. Vendor booths ...
Yerba Buena Illuminated: Free 95-Ft Art Projection on Market Street
Saturday, October 17 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Humboldt Bank Building
Yerba Buena Illuminated: Free 95-Ft Art Projection on Market Street

San Francisco has officially turned a downtown building into a giant art projector. Yerba Buena Illuminated launched Tuesday, August 25, 2026 projecting giant digital artworks onto the historic Humboldt Bank Building at 785 Market St., at the top of Yerba Buena Lane. The massive projection ...

San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride (Every Third Saturday)
Saturday, October 17 – 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE | Secret Location (SF)
San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride (Every Third Saturday)

Every third Saturday, you are invited to bicycle with the San Francisco Midnight Mystery Ride as they set out to a new mystery location in SF. Where to meet? They’ll post ride start locations on their website and Facebook page, the day of the ride only; there’s ...Monthly

Sunday, October 18

$5 Off Tix: San Francisco Playhouse’s “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” (Sept. 26-Nov. 28)
Sunday, October 18 – 2:00 pm | Cost: $55*
*Tickets start at $55; $5 off with code FUNCHEAP
| San Francisco Playhouse
$5 Off Tix: San Francisco Playhouse’s “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” (Sept. 26-Nov. 28)

By Henry Lewis, Henry Shields & Jonathan Sayer The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is back, and this time they’re taking on Peter Pan. Save $5 off tickets with code FUNCHEAP. It’s their most ambitious production yet, complete with flying rigs, sword fights, and a very ...

$10 Off Tix: SF’s “Terror Vault” 1874 Halloween Haunt (2026)
Sunday, October 18 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $10 Off*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for $10 off tickets, but only 50 discount tickets available per date
| San Francisco Mint
$10 Off Tix: SF's "Terror Vault" 1874 Halloween Haunt (2026)

San Francisco’s premiere haunted attraction returns for 2026 with “SLASHED: Return to Hellville” an all-new, bigger, and more terrifying theatrical and immersive experience from the insane mind of Peaches Christ. Brand new for 2026: Thirty-seven years after the infamous Hellville massacre, a terrifying new evil has ...

“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, October 18 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Mesa Maguey
"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)

Secret pop-up comedy show at a new bar in Temescal in Oakland Get ready for the return of our “HellaSecret” comedy show in Oakland. A new series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll ...

Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF
Free Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown SF

Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a chic, upscale comedy club boasting avant-garde decor, an upstairs lounge and a roster of top-notch comedians. ...

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Downtown Half Moon Bay
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)

It’s pumpkin season on the Coastside, and Half Moon Bay is going all in. The annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival takes over historic Main Street for two days of giant pumpkins, live music, food, art, costumes, contests, and the wonderfully over-the-top Great ...

54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission for All
| Downtown Half Moon Bay
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)

Welcome to the World Pumpkin Capital! The legendary Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival returns October 17 & 18, 2026, transforming historic Main Street into the ultimate celebration of autumn, pumpkins, art, food, music and good old fashioned fun. Admission is FREE. The experience ...

SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, October 18 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's Free "Sundays at the Beach" Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)

Join us for Tai Chi this Sunday! 10am at Judah and Great Highway Park This monthly course is for beginners and experienced students of tai chi alike. Plus, coffee is on us at @javabeachsf after the course. As a reminder, Sundays at the Beach is ...Monthly