Wednesday, November 11
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 Wednesday
Thursday, November 12
Upper Polk Cleanup w/ Free Drink For Volunteers
Meet at Woods Polk Station (2255 Polk St) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 4:00pm to 5:00pm around the neighborhood. Stay afterwards for a free drink and to meet fellow volunteers. Sign up on this Civic Joy Fund ...
Trivia Night w/ Lindsay Wildlife at Headlands Brewing
Join us at our Berkeley (Westbrae) beer garden for a fun, free Trivia Night with Lindsay Wildlife, our 1% for the Planet partner. 🦉✨
⭐ The winning team will receive a free year membership to the Lindsay Wildlife Experience located at 1931 1st Ave, Walnut Creek. ...
Family Holiday Photos w/ Pro Photographer on Ice (San Ramon)
Thursday, November 12 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: $25.55 | City Center Bishop Ranch
Capture holiday memories with a special family photo session at the Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink on Thursdays, Nov. 12 and 19, during the 5 and 7 p.m. skating sessions. A professional photographer will capture families together on the ice for holiday cards or social ...
An Evening with Noah Siegel: When Primates Go Full Forager Mode
Join Noah Siegel, Co-Author of “Mushrooms of the Redwood Coast.” Learn what mushrooms monkeys have been foraging in Tanzania.
Register HERE
Mycophagy in the Miombo: When Primates Go Full Forager Mode
Mycophagy is a widespread yet understudied component of primate foraging ecology, with roughly one quarter of primate ...
SF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (Nov. 2026)
San Francisco State University Observatory hosts a free public open night with family-friendly astronomy talks, updates on astronomy research, and rooftop telescope observing. Programming is offered in English and Spanish, weather permitting. Located at SFSU Thornton Hall top floor Upcoming Weekly Schedule Through Dec. 4, ...
Flowering Plants of the Sierra Nevada
In person, Joanna Clines will describe the process of completing this rather hefty but beautiful book; including shots of photography and collecting trips throughout the Sierra Nevada, herbarium work at UC/Jeps, and the overall process of completing this rather hefty but lovely book.
Joanna was born ...
Friday, November 13
POSTPONED: Bhangra & Beats Night Market (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Friday, November 13 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens
EVENT CANCELLATION
BHANGRA & BEATS NIGHT MARKET NOV. 13, 2026
Bhangra & Beats Diwali Celebration Cancelled Due to Forecast Rain
SAN FRANCISCO — Due to forecast rain and anticipated wet conditions at Yerba Buena Gardens, Bhangra & Beats Night Market’s Diwali celebration scheduled for Friday, November 13, from ...
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
POSTPONED TO 2027: SF’s “Bhangra & Beats” Diwali Night Market 2026
Friday, November 13 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens
EVENT CANCELLATION
BHANGRA & BEATS NIGHT MARKET NOV. 13, 2026
Bhangra & Beats Diwali Celebration Cancelled Due to Forecast Rain
SAN FRANCISCO — Due to forecast rain and anticipated wet conditions at Yerba Buena Gardens, Bhangra & Beats Night Market’s Diwali celebration scheduled for Friday, November 13, from ...
Clement Street Happy Hour Cleanup w/ Free Drink and Meal For Volunteers
Meet at Richmond Republic Draught House (642 Clement St). Then, cleaning will occur from 4:00pm to 5:00pm around the neighborhood. Stay afterwards for free food & drinks and to meet fellow volunteers. Sign up on this Civic Joy Fund Mobilize page, or email info@refuserefusesf.org with ...
San Jose Holiday Lights 2026 at Discovery Meadow (Nov. 13-Jan. 1)
San Jose Holiday Lights returns to Discovery Meadow, Guadalupe River Park & Gardens, in downtown San Jose, from 13 November 2026 through 1 January 2027, nightly from 4:30 to 10:30 p.m. Stroll through a sparkling holiday lights experience with festive displays including a rainforest, a ...
Saturday, November 14
Trail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda’s Lost Trails | SF
Saturday, November 14 – 9:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Laguna Honda Hospital
Did you know that there’s another trail system in San Francisco? The trails have been off the radar for some time. SF Urban Riders is proud to announce that they’re working with the Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center in improving the historic multi use ...Monthly
Upper Noe Cleanup w/ Free Coffee For Volunteers
Meet at Upper Noe Recreation Center (295 Day St) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 10:30am to 12:00pm around the neighborhood. Stay afterwards for a free coffee and bagel from Martha & Bros. Coffee Co. (1551 Church St). ...
Golden Gate Park “Singing in the Park” Community Party (SF)
Make new friends and beautiful, fun music: join us for free monthly community singing in the park! We meet the Second Saturday of every month @10:30am and will always have the pink blanket above so you can find us. The community sing is super kid, adult ...Monthly
“City Gurlz” Group Hike: Discover Glen Canyon Park’s Hidden Rock Formations
City Gurlz Hike hosts its final hike of the season at Glen Canyon Park, meeting at Glen Park Rec Center. The urban canyon features rock formations and Islais Creek, one of San Francisco’s few remaining free-flowing creeks. Attendees are asked to bring water, a snack, ...
Sunday, November 15
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
SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, November 15 – 10:00 am |
Cost: FREE | The 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
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, November 15 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Skatin' Place
There is a place in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park that is heaven for Bay Area inline skaters and roller skaters who like to boogie to the funky beat on wheels. The Godfather of Skate brings his mobile DJ unit and plays groovy tunes for ...Every Sunday
Monday, November 16
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 Monday
Wednesday, November 18
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 Wednesday
SF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (Nov. 2026)
San Francisco State University Observatory hosts a free public open night with family-friendly astronomy talks, updates on astronomy research, and rooftop telescope observing. Programming is offered in English and Spanish, weather permitting. Located at SFSU Thornton Hall top floor Upcoming Weekly Schedule Through Dec. 4, ...
Thursday, November 19
Free Waterfront Walkabout: The Holiday Season Finale (SF)
Waterfront Walkabout returns for a night of captivating artist vignettes, live music, holiday drinks, & seasonal memory-making.
San Francisco, this is our holiday love letter to you! After a joyous autumn of community and creativity, Waterfront Walkabout returns for its season finale on Thursday, November 19.
Bundle ...
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
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
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 ...
SF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (Nov. 2026)
San Francisco State University Observatory hosts a free public open night with family-friendly astronomy talks, updates on astronomy research, and rooftop telescope observing. Programming is offered in English and Spanish, weather permitting. Located at SFSU Thornton Hall top floor Upcoming Weekly Schedule Through Dec. 4, ...
Saturday, November 21
SF’s “Secondhand Saturday” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Season Finale)
Launching April 18th, one of San Francisco’s favorite vintage and makers market is returning for it’s fifth season! Come celebrate Earth Day at the 2026 season launch of Secondhand Saturday! A curated, stylish, and modern take on the traditional flea market, featuring over 60 vintage ...Monthly
2026 Fall Native Plant Fest w/ Free Wildflower Seeds at Fort Mason Gardens (SF)
Saturday, November 21 – 11:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Black Point Historic Gardens
When: Saturday, November 21st, 2026, 11am–2pm.
Where: Black Point Historic Gardens – Van Ness Side
Join the Parks Conservancy to celebrate 5 years of the Black Point Historic Gardens being open to the public after 50 years of abandonment behind fences. Come out to the garden to ...
“Sun Down Bass Up” Free DJ Pop-Up in Crissy Field (SF)
Sun Down Bass Up is a free outdoor DJ pop-up at Crissy Field’s Airstrip Overlook Trail featuring music by SahrFaiyah and Meechie, with additional DJs possible. RSVP is requested before the event.
Original Event Description:
_Sun Down Bass up! FREE DJ POP UP! Saturday, Nov 21 12:00pm ...
