SF City Guides
SF’s Big Golden Gate Bridge Fireworks Show for USA’s 250th Anniv.
4th of July, Brand New, Celebrations San Francisco is going all-in for July 4, 2026 with a truly once-in-a-generation moment: fireworks launching directly from the Golden Gate Bridge for the United States’ 250th anniversary. This is not your usual waterfront show. For the first time in 14 years, and only the third time in its history, the more...
Father’s Day Fun (2026)
Get Out: Events Make Dad’s day without breaking the bank. From BBQ festivals and dragon boat races to live music, comedy, and sunset bonfires, here are some of the best free and cheap ways to celebrate Father’s Day weekend around the Bay Area. Father’s Day 2026: • North Beach Festival (SF) – One of San more...
SF’s Free Movies Under the Stars Return to Union Square
Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco Union Square’s free outdoor movie series returns for a second season this summer with five nights of films, pre-show entertainment, and downtown movie nights under the stars. The lineup includes a sing-along screening of KPop Demon Hunters, a Pride Weekend showing of The Birdcage, family favorites like The Princess Diaries and more...
World Cup 2026 Bay Area: Fan Zones & 30+ Watch Parties (June 11 – July 19)
Celebrations, Fairs & Festivals The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on June 11, 2026, bringing the world’s biggest soccer tournament to North America. The Bay Area is one of the official host regions, with Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosting six matches between June 13 and July 1, 2026. But the real action won’t just more...
Downtown SF’s Free Outdoor EDM Party w/ French DJ Habstrakt (June 18)
Block Party, Downtown San Francisco, Get Out: Events Downtown San Francisco is getting a pair of free outdoor concerts this summer, including a June performance by French DJ and producer Habstrakt. The new Bloom Music Series On Ellis kicks off Thursday, June 18, 2026 transforming Ellis Street between Powell and Stockton into an open-air concert venue. Habstrakt, known for more...
SF’s Huge Free Outdoor “Pride Comedy Night” + Cocktail Party Returns to Thrive City for 2026
Celebrations, Fairs & Festivals, LGBTQ+, Only in San Francisco, Pride, San Francisco, Sponsored Join us for a night of laughter and fun in Thrive City! Outside and out loud is when breakthrough acts shine their brightest! Thrive City is tearing the roof off live entertainment with our can’t miss comedy lineup geared toward mature audiences. Pride Comedy Night presented by Accenture will feature special more...
BART Tests Ads on Its New Fare Gates
Bay Area Updates, Transportation BART is turning its fare gates into advertising space with a new pilot program at nine stations across the system. The wraps cover the agency’s newer fare gates and are being tested as BART explores new revenue opportunities ahead of a projected structural deficit beginning in Fiscal Year 2027. The pilot more...
“Pay What You Can’ Day Coming to Bay Area Restaurants (Aug. 26)
Eat & Drink A global “Pay What You Can” movement led by Mexico City restaurant Masala y Maiz is expanding to the Bay Area for one day only on August 26, 2026. The idea is simple: participating restaurants serve their regular menus, and guests choose what they’re able to pay. Four Bay Area restaurants more...
For the First Time in 30+ Years, Sutro Tower Is Getting Repainted
City Insight, San Francisco If you have looked up at Sutro Tower recently and noticed large black box-like structures moving up and down its legs, there is a reason for it. The iconic San Francisco landmark is in the middle of a major long-term restoration project, which includes its first full repaint in about more...
Oakland Chinatown’s New $2 Flat-Rate Parking
Deals, East Bay, Oakland, Transportation Oakland Chinatown is trying something new to bring more people back after dark. Starting now, you can park for just $2 flat-rate at Pacific Renaissance Plaza during evening hours as part of a new effort to boost foot traffic and support the neighborhood’s shops and restaurants. The discounted parking is available after more...
June Street Fairs & Festivals 2026
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Get Out: Events Here’s a round-up of fun and fabulous June festivals, street fairs, and events including San Francisco Pride, the annual North Beach Festival, the 2026 season opening of San Francisco’s Sunday Streets and more you can look forward to this June 2026. > We’ll be updating this guide with more June events more...
SF’s New 6,200-Sq.-Ft. Food Hall w/ Epic Views Opens Soon in the Presidio
Brand New, Eat & Drink, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco San Francisco’s newest food hall is almost here. The long-awaited The Mess Hall Presidio is expected to open in June 2026 at Presidio Tunnel Tops, bringing burgers, Korean fried chicken, oysters, coffee, cocktails and sweeping waterfront views to one of the city’s most scenic parks. The new 6,200-square-foot food hall is opening more...
100+ Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (San Francisco + Bay Area)
Get Out: Events Memorial Day weekend is here, and San Francisco is ready to celebrate for a few days, and then honor its fallen on Monday. From enriching cultural experiences to energizing community gatherings, the city and the Bay Area is brimming with events that won’t cost you a dime or will save more...
Free Museum Days in San Francisco + Bay Area (2026)
Get Out: Events, Museums / Cultural Institutions Whether the economy is strong or sour, most of the museums in San Francisco and the Bay Area throw their doors open once a month to allow free admission to all comers. Generally on the first Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday of each month, these free days are often crowded, but if more...
SF’s Free Shuttle Goes Straight to Tunnel Tops & Baker Beach
San Francisco, Transportation Getting to places like Baker Beach, the California Coastal Trail, or Presidio Tunnel Tops without a car can be a hassle. But a lot of people still don’t realize San Francisco already has a totally free shuttle that goes straight there. The Presidio GO Shuttle connects downtown SF to the Presidio, more...
