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2012 Mission Holiday Block Party

The Mission’s huge annual holiday festival w/ deals, drinks, fun & games | Friday
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Spend your evening in the Mission snacking, sipping and late-night shopping at  independent local stores as the Mission District hosts its 5th Annual Mission Holiday Block Party from 5-10pm on Friday, December 7, 2012.

Lots of the businesses along 16th Street and down Valencia will be offering live music, free drinks, live art and sale prices throughout the evening.

Mission Holiday Block Party
Friday, December 7, 2012 (5-10p)
Mission District, SF
FREE

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