100+ Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend 2025 (San Francisco + Bay Area)

Memorial Day weekend is here, and the vibrant city of 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 you serious bucks. Check out these 100+ fantastic, budget-friendly activities where you can have a blast without reaching for your wallet.

Monday, May 25

Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for Memorial Day 2026

Monday, May 25 – 7:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*

*The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Although the entrance fee is waved, paid parking/shuttle reservations required for Muir Woods even on free days.

| All Over California

Sometimes you’ve just got to get away from it all and clear your head with the peace and serenity of a national park. On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments, including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park, and ...

Memorial Day Bonfire Night at SF’s Ocean Beach (2026)

Monday, May 25 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*

*Fire rings are first come, first serve

| Ocean Beach Fire Pits

For the first time in four months, it’s finally legal again to have a bonfire at Ocean Beach. During the “No Burn” Season (which runs from November 1 to the end of February), bonfires are not allowed, but starting March 1, 2026, bonfires are back ...

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