Saturday, May 3
Flourishing Future for the Bay Area: An Unconference

Join us for a transformative day of connection, collaboration, and action!

The Thriving Future for the Bay Area Unconference is a one-day gathering designed to explore bioregional regeneration, resilience, and restoration in the San Francisco Bay Delta Bioregion. This community-driven event invites doers and ...
“Bringing Back the Natives” Garden Tour of 60 Alameda & Contra Costa Gardens (May 3-4)
May 3-4, 10am to 5pm both days A tour of 60 Alameda and Contra Costa Gardens and Homes This delightful collection of native plant gardens ranges from an established wildlife oasis to brand new installations, from large lots in the hills to small front-yard gardens, ...
Free West Oakland Bike Summit (2025)
Saturday, May 3 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 1333 8th street
Welcome to the West Oakland Bike Summit!
Join us at 1333 8th St for a day dedicated to all things biking in West Oakland. Join us on Saturday, March 2, 2025 for the inaugural West Oakland Bike Summit.
The West Oakland Bike Summit is an opportunity for ...
Santa Cruz Mountain Mushroom Festival
Grab your tickets now for this epic weekend of Mushroom Fun
Growing Cannabis in the Garden
Saturday, May 3 – 11:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Summerwinds Nursery
Why we love growing in Cannabis in our backyard and what you need to know to grow at home.
Did you know folks all over the U.S. are already growing Hemp at home? Whether you call it hemp or marijuana, enjoy THC and/or CBD, it is ...
“Spring Fling” Castro Block Party
Saturday, May 3 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Noe and Market
Join us Saturday May 3rd for a vibrant celebration of Spring and community at Noe and Market Street 11 AM to 5 PM.
Featuring:• LGBTQ+ Artists• Music• Drag Performances
This family-friendly (FREE) event is hosted by the Castro Merchants and is a great way to support local.
Come ...
Alameda Island-Wide Open House of 8 Yacht Clubs (*2025)
The 3rd Annual Alameda Island-Wide Open House of Yacht Clubs is your chance to discover the perfect club for you. Visit 8 clubs! Whether you’re a seasoned sailor, interested in boating, looking to engage in the social aspects of this community or want to enjoy ...
BART Nature Adventure Tour w/ Obi Kaufmann (Pleasant Hill to Oakland)
Saturday, May 3: BART Train Expedition with Obi Kaufmann
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“Bay Area Wildlife” illustrator and acclaimed poet-naturalist Obi Kaufmann takes the public on a first-of-its-kind BART Train Expedition from Pleasant Hill Station to 12th St. Station. We’ll put on our explorer hats for a family-friendly ride ...
Growing Cannabis in the Garden
Saturday, May 3 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 2:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Evergreen Nursery
Why we love growing in Cannabis in our backyard and what you need to know to grow at home.
Did you know folks all over the U.S. are already growing Hemp at home? Whether you call it hemp or marijuana, enjoy THC and/or CBD, it is ...
John Rybak + Friends at Freewheel Brewing
Saturday, May 3 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Freewheel Brewing Company
John Rybak + Friends: 3 Piece Blues/Jazz/Roots
https://www.youtube.com/@MrJohnrybak/videos
Come join us for a fun free night of music from 7 – 9pm Fri. 3/9 @ Freewheel Brewing Company in Redwood City. I’ll be joined by Perry Spinali on fiddle + John Hosking on upright bass. We have ...
John Rybak + Friends at OceanCiders
Saturday, May 3 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | OceanCiders
Come join us as we kick off a fun day of music @ Ocean Ciders in Half Moon Bay. It’ll be two free sets of acoustic roots + blues with myself on guitar + harmonica, Perry Spinali on fiddle and John Hosking on upright bass. ...
“Bay Beats” Free Outdoor Concert at the Bandshell (Golden Gate Park)
Saturday, May 3 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Golden Gate Bandshell
Calling all music lovers: Bay Beats, San Francisco Public Library’s popular local music platform, highlights our 2025 submissions round with a bandshell blast! Come celebrate spring and free music in Golden Gate Park with three great Bay Beats artists:
2:30 – Mae Powell – Tender Psych
3:30 – Piwai – Neo-AfroPop
4:30 – The ...
Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Thrive City (SF)
Saturday, May 3 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Saddle up for a fun afternoon! We’re hosting a Kentucky Derby watch party out in Thrive City. Enjoy themed cocktails from our Thrive City retailers, raffle prizes, and a beautiful rose-themed photo opportunity—all while we broadcast the race on the big screen! And don’t forget ...
SF Opera’s Free “Bohème Out of the Box” Performance (Los Altos Hills)
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Experience the magic of Bohème Out of the Box at Hidden Villa, a scenic working farm and wilderness preserve dedicated to environmental education, social justice, and sustainability. Set against a backdrop of rolling hills, organic gardens, and peaceful trails, this performance offers a unique opportunity to ...
SF “Bay Beats Showcase” at Golden Gate Park
Saturday, May 3 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Spreckels Temple of Music (Golden Gate Park Bandshell)
Illuminate and SF Rec and Park to kick off 5th Season of Free Live Music at the Golden Gate Bandshell on March 1, 2025 with more than 125 performances are planned to celebrate the Bandshell’s 125th anniversary. Illuminate and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department ...
Good Vbz Rodeo (Oakland)
Saddle Up for GOOD VBZ Rodeo

We a serving nothing but Western VBZ.
May 3, 2025
Time: 3-8pm @continentalcluboakland
SOUNDTRACK by: @djhaunabauna @_d.jada @mr_smartmoney
Ride the Mechanical Bull .

Western attire STRONGLY encouraged (we’re talkin’ boots, bandanas, and cowboy hats)
This ain’t your average rodeo – this is GOOD VBZ rodeo.
Growing Cannabis in the Garden
Saturday, May 3 – 3:30 pm - Ends at 4:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Summerwinds Nursery Cupertino
Why we love growing in Cannabis in our backyard and what you need to know to grow at home.
Did you know folks all over the U.S. are already growing Hemp at home? Whether you call it hemp or marijuana, enjoy THC and/or CBD, it is ...
Sunday, May 4
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, May 4 – 9:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Sunset Mercantile (Outer Sunset)
Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday
11th Annual El Cerrito Hillside Festival (May 3-4)
Sunday, May 4 – 8:00 am - Ends at 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | El Cerrito Hillside Natural Area
There’s something for everyone at the 11th annual El Cerrito Hillside Festival, Saturday and Sunday, May 3-4, 2025, with more than a dozen hikes and other events scheduled throughout El Cerrito’s 100-acre natural wonderland, the Hillside Natural Area. Visit www.ectrailtrekkers.org/hillside-festival.html for the full schedule. Hikes ...
Touch Trucks: Book Benefit for the Children’s Room at New Larkspur Library
Calling all truck lovers! Fun, family event to benefit the children’s room at the new Larkspur Library. Get up close and personal with trucks of all kinds. Celebrate “May the Fourth be With You” with storm troopers and the Lucas Valley Fire Department. More than ...
San Mateo’s Plant Sale & Craft Fair (2025)
Join us for this FREE community event at the San Mateo Garden Center!
Plant Sale & Craft Fair
Sunday, May 4, 2025 | 10a – 3p
San Mateo Garden Center (near Beresford Park, at Alameda de las Pulgas) 605 Parkside Way, San Mateo
FREE
Plant Sale
Vendor Booths & Mother’s Day ...
“Manny’s Neighborhood Trash Cleanup” w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)
Tired? Sunday Funday. Wired? Sunday done-day. Make our neighborhood better, brunch with cool people (sorry not sorry, we’re biased), get deals to some fave local spots, and wrap it up before the Sunday Scaries hit with an easy hour of picking up trash around our ...Every Sunday
“Bringing Back the Natives” Garden Tour of 60 Alameda & Contra Costa Gardens (May 3-4)
May 3-4, 10am to 5pm both days A tour of 60 Alameda and Contra Costa Gardens and Homes This delightful collection of native plant gardens ranges from an established wildlife oasis to brand new installations, from large lots in the hills to small front-yard gardens, ...
Cinco de Mayo 2025 Festival + Parade (East Palo Alto)
Join us at our upcoming Cinco de Mayo festival on Sunday, May 4th, 2025.
Enjoy delicious foods, lively music, vibrant culture with 8 groups performing live and more than 50 community information booths to learn more on housing, well-being, electrical vehicles and incentives, education, legal protection, ...
“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)
Sunday, May 4 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Market & Noe
The Castro Art Mart Features LGBTQ Artists, Live Music, and Drag Performances every 1st Sunday of the month on Noe St and Market St (Next to the Lookout Bar), 11-5pm. Come enjoy this Free, Family & Friendly event hosted by Castro Merchants, while supporting local artists, ...Monthly
Math Quest: Cracking the Great Pizza Scandal (Salesforce Park)
The Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) and Engaging Math Circles invite you to step into the shoes of a math detective and crack the case of the century!
A popular pizza company is in trouble—money is disappearing, orders don’t seem right, and customers are noticing bizarre ...
Selena De Mayo “Bidi Bidi” Brunch Brunch DJ Party, Loteria + Drag Show (SPARK Social)
It’s time to Bidi Bidi Brunch Brunch! Selena De Mayo Brunch is here — get ready for the ultimate Cinco De Mayo celebration!
Join us for a fun-filled celebration from 12PM-4PM, featuring Loteria, DJ’d music, live performances, and more, all with a vibrant Selena-inspired twist! Arrive ...
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, May 4 – 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
The Googler Orchestra: “May the Force Be with You” Free Concert in the Park (Sunnyvale)
Join the Bay Area Googler Orchestra on a galactic adventure at our free concert this Star Wars Day (May 4th, 2025) at Baylands Park in Sunnyvale!
The program for the concert includes:
Richard Wagner – The Ride of the Valkyries Overture
Frederic Chopin – Funeral March from Piano ...
SF’s Free “Sundays at the Beach” Chair Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, May 4 – 2:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
Welcome to Sundays at the Beach! With help from @avenuegreenlight and our friends across the neighborhood, we’re excited to bring free community events to Great Highway Park every weekend for the next year. 1st Sunday: Chair Yoga, 2pm @ Irving 2nd Sunday: Live Music, 1-3 ...Monthly