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San Francisco October Festivals & Street Fairs 2026

Here’s a round-up of October’s best events including Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Fleet Week, Castro Street Fair & more
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Here’s a round-up of fun and fabulous October festivals, street fairs, and events including Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, San Francisco Fleet Week, Sunday Streets “Phoenix Day” massive city-wide block party, and much more you can look forward to this October 2026.

>  We’ll be updating this guide with more October events soon!


Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2026

Fri-Sun, October 2-4, 2026 – SF (Golden Gate Park) – FREE – One of the largest, free-est, and beloved music festivals in the country. Be one of over 750,000 attendees over the three-day musical extravaganza in beautiful Golden Gate Park.

52nd Annual Castro Street Fair

Sunday, October 4, 2026 – SF (Castro) – FREE – Community street celebration that was founded by Harvey Milk in 1974 features hundreds of local artists, vendors, craftspeople, and multiple stages with live entertainment and dancing throughout the neighborhood.

2026 San Francisco Fleet Week

October 4-12, 2026 – SF (Northern Waterfront) – FREE – The annual Fleet Week airshow and festival is back with nearly a full week of events including ship tours, K9 showcases, ship tours and the three-day airshow running October 9-11, 2026 highlighted by the Blue Angels buzzing the city.

The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market”

October 9-11, 2026 – Pleasanton (Alameda County Fairgrounds) – $5 – Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, come ready to feast and explore 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music, and entertainment attractions.

2025 Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off

Monday, October 13, 2025 – Half Moon Bay – FREE – The excitement is building in Pumpkintown as the World’s Greatest Gourd Growers and their Goliath, mind-bending, Rhinoceros-sized orange orbs hope to squash the world record at the 52nd annual Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off –– the “Super Bowl of Weigh-Offs” –– in the World Pumpkin Capital, Half Moon Bay.

Alcatraz’s Sunrise Gathering for Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2025

Monday, October 13, 2025 – SF (Yerba Buena) – FREE – A sunrise gathering on Alcatraz honoring the 1969–71 occupation by Indians of All Tribes, featuring ceremony, reflection, and cultural commemoration.

 

2025 Bearrison Street Fair

Saturday, October 18, 2025 – SF (SoMa) – FREE – Enjoy burly entertainment, including attendee competitions building off the fan-favorite wrestling stage and the buns-out deadlift competition.

50th Annual Potrero Hill R&B Festival 2025

Saturday, October 18, 2025 – SF (Potrero Hill) – FREE – Jam out to R&B music while we celebrate the Potrero community outdoors on 20th Street as we stretch out over 4 blocks with live music, food, family, and fun.

2025 Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival

Sat-Sun, October 18-19, 2025 – Half Moon Bay – FREE – The World Pumpkin Capital of Half Moon Bay celebrates with a smashing lineup of heavyweight champion pumpkins, four stages of stellar live music, the fantastically fun Great Pumpkin Parade, and tons more.

Sunday Streets “Phoenix Day” Block Party Day 2025

Sunday, October 19, 2025 – SF – FREE – SF’s biggest block party with over a dozen community-led block parties and activities happening across the city, there’s something for every San Franciscan and visitor to enjoy.

SF’s Official Diwali Celebration & Night Market

October 24, 2025 – SF (Downtown) – FREE – Bhangra and Beats’s season finale ends with a bang as San Francisco’s official Diwali celebration. Celebrate with a giant night market and block party spanning 4 city blocks with an array of South Asian vendors and food, plus performances.

 

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Bay Area Science Festival 2025

Saturday, October 25, 2025 – SF (UCSF, Mission Bay) – FREE – Massive, one-day-only celebration of all things science with 120+ hands-on experiences for all ages – taking place outdoors at Koret Quad’s expansive lawns, pine groves & research facilities. One block from Chase Center.

SF’s Annual Sandcastle Classic 2025

Saturday, October 25, 2025 – SF (Ocean Beach) – FREE – For one day, Ocean Beach is home to the largest sandcastle contest in Northern California; featuring dozens of jaw-dropping, supersized sand sculptures; plus there are food trucks and live music all day.

SF’s “Nightmare on Front Street” Halloween Block Party 2025

Friday, October 31, 2025 – SF (FiDi) – FREE – Experience a spook-tacular, free Halloween block party on Front Street with themed drinks, live music, DJs, costume contests, and eerie fun at multiple haunted venues.


Saturday, April 25

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Saturday, April 25 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

SF’s Shipyard Open Studios (2026)
Saturday, April 25 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Please RSVP to help us plan, free parking
| Hunters Point Shipyard Artists
SF’s Shipyard Open Studios (2026)

Over 100 Artists, Food, a Beer & Wine Garden, and Live Music at the historic Hunters Point Shipyard! Over 100 artists in their studios. Connect with artists both in the Gallery and inside their working studios, where creativity unfolds every day. This is a unique ...

“Pickin’ On The Polk” SF’s Free 10-Hour Music Festival + Block Party 2026
Saturday, April 25 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Polk and California
"Pickin' On The Polk" SF's Free 10-Hour Music Festival + Block Party 2026

Like a mini Hardly Strictly Bluegrass taking over an entire neighborhood, Pickin’ on the Polk is a free block party & concert in the Discover Polk Community Benefit District on April 25, 2026. This special festival will temporarily transform Polk Street into a free, all-day ...

Pickin on the Polk Food and Craft Fair at Cheese Plus
Saturday, April 25 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free entrance, food and beverages available for sale
| Cheese Plus
Pickin on the Polk Food and Craft Fair at Cheese Plus
Join us at the Pickin on the Polk Food and Craft Marketplace happening at Cheese Plus! Explore delicious bites and tasty brews at the coolest block party in San Francisco. It’s the perfect spot to hang out, listen to great music, enjoy delicious cheese, and ...
Canyon Music & Art Festival
Saturday, April 25 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*Adult/Kid $10/5 in advance, more on the door. No one turned away for lack of funds
| Canyon School
Canyon Music & Art Festival
2026 Music and Art Festival – a family friendly, community building school fundraiser! Get your tickets here: bit.ly/4sfQKbk General Admission Includes: Live music (Ruby Lee Hill, Leah & Jeremy, Sibling Revelry, Súil na Seabhac, Canyon Critters, Dungeon Masters, Imperial Goats, Titanium Uranium, Canyon Breakers, Doug Cole and ...

Sunday, April 26

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Sunday, April 26 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

SF’s Shipyard Open Studios (2026)
Sunday, April 26 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Please RSVP to help us plan, free parking
| Hunters Point Shipyard Artists
SF’s Shipyard Open Studios (2026)

Over 100 Artists, Food, a Beer & Wine Garden, and Live Music at the historic Hunters Point Shipyard! Over 100 artists in their studios. Connect with artists both in the Gallery and inside their working studios, where creativity unfolds every day. This is a unique ...

Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 (April 25-26)
Sunday, April 26 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Cupertino Memorial Park (Stevens Creek)
Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 (April 25-26)

The 42nd Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival will take place at Cupertino Memorial Park on April 25-26, 2026. Enjoy free admission and free parking. An award-winning Bay Area festival showcasing Japanese arts, crafts, culture, and traditions returns to Memorial Park for the 42nd year. Please join us ...

2026 “Opening Day On The Bay” Boat Parade & “Blessing of the Fleet” (SF)
Sunday, April 26 – 10:30 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Marina Green
2026 "Opening Day On The Bay" Boat Parade & "Blessing of the Fleet" (SF)
The annual Opening Day on the Bay typically shows off over 100 historic workboats, fireboats, towboats, and classic and contemporary craft. This marks the official start of the San Francisco boating season. Annual “Opening Day on the Bay” Boat Parade Sunday, April 26, 2026 – Blessing of the fleet – ...
2026 “Wings Over Solano” Open House Air Show in Fairfield (April 25-26)
Sunday, April 26 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Entry/Parking is Free. Upgrade options are available at www.wingsoversolano.com
| Travis Air Force Base
2026 "Wings Over Solano" Open House Air Show in Fairfield (April 25-26)

The 2026 Wings Over Solano Open House Air Show is a high-energy, sky-shaking weekend at Travis Air Force Base where roaring fighter jets, massive cargo planes, and vintage warbirds take over the skies. Headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the show mixes precision flying ...

2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival
Sunday, April 26 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Panhandle (Fell & Central)
2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival
Join the fun and celebrate the planet with cool activities, music, and good vibes at the 2026 BAYCS Earth Day Festival! Every year, the Bay Area Youth Climate Summit hosts over 150 attendees in a day of learning, networking, and fun! Our FREE festival features catered ...
Tea & Tiles: A Sunday Social With 13 Orphans
Sunday, April 26 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $22.22*
*Ticket includes entry and opportunity to learn MJ. Limited free entry for seniors
| Oakland Asian Cultural Center
Tea & Tiles: A Sunday Social With 13 Orphans
Join 13 Orphans for a laid-back Sunday of tea, tiles, and good company at OACC. Tea & Tiles is a casual mahjong social for all, from seasoned players to curious beginners. Sip on signature teatails, enjoy bites, and settle into the rhythm of the game.  Mahjong coaches ...

Monday, April 27

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Monday, April 27 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

Tuesday, April 28

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Tuesday, April 28 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

Wednesday, April 29

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Wednesday, April 29 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

23rd SF International Arts Festival 2026 (April 29-May 10)
Wednesday, April 29 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*Tickets start at $20, General Admission
| The Mission District
23rd SF International Arts Festival 2026 (April 29-May 10)
The 23rd San Francisco International Arts Festival returns April 29-May 10 with a diverse lineup of performances by local and international artists at venues in the Mission. Take part in a welcoming, community-centered celebration of music, theater, dance, and more. SFIAF.org. 2026 Festival Passes Now On-Sale! For ...
SF’s International Arts Festival Opening “Cirque Kikasse” 2026 (April 29-May 1)
Wednesday, April 29 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: $28.02*
*General admission / Advanced $28.02 - bring cushion or blanket; Preferred $33.17 gets seating near performance truck. Door: $30-$40
| Cesar Chavez Elementary School Playground
SF's International Arts Festival Opening "Cirque Kikasse" 2026 (April 29-May 1)
The San Francisco International Arts Festival is back for 12 days of music, dance, theater, and more from April 29-May 10. Local and visiting artists from abroad. The festival is opening with Cirque Kikasse making their California debut in San Francisco with three shows: April 29,30, ...

Thursday, April 30

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Thursday, April 30 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

Friday, May 1

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Friday, May 1 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

SF Commerce & Artisan Assembly w/ Local Makers (Union Square)
Friday, May 1 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
SF Commerce & Artisan Assembly w/ Local Makers (Union Square)
The San Francisco Commerce & Artisan Assembly is a free, three-day outdoor event at Union Square Park, featuring local makers, artists, and entrepreneurs. Attendees can explore a variety of crafts, discover exclusive deals, and connect with Northern California’s creative community in a vibrant urban setting. Original ...
Pleasant Hill Night Market: 2026 Season Kickoff: AANHPI Heritage Night
Friday, May 1 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: 2026 Season Kickoff: AANHPI Heritage Night

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, May 2

Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)
Saturday, May 2 – All Day | Cost: FREE | All Over the Bay Area
Bay Area Dance Week 2026 w/ 100+ Free Events (April 24–May 3)

Bay Area Dance Week is a 10-day celebration of movement and dance, where the vibrant and diverse Bay Area dance community offers free classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. The festival runs April 24-May 3, ...

2026 “SF Tea Festival” at Ferry Building (May 2-3)
Saturday, May 2 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $21*
*Tickets start at $21. Get Funcheap exclusive discounted tix with code SFFC (20% off tickets)
| San Francisco Ferry Building
2026 "SF Tea Festival" at Ferry Building (May 2-3)

If you love tea, there’s probably no better event all year to attend. Explore and taste hundreds of teas from 30+ different tea makers. Vendors include established brands and local artisans. The two-day festival takes place May 2-3, 2026 Tickets start at $21 and include ...

Sheep Shearing & Fiber Arts Festival (Los Altos)
Saturday, May 2 – 9:30 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: $17.85*
*Sliding scale, equity pricing available
| Hidden Villa
Sheep Shearing & Fiber Arts Festival (Los Altos)
Join Hidden Villa for a celebration of sheep, fiber and making! Try your hand at wool processing and fiber activities. Fun for all ages!
41st Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival (Hayward)
Saturday, May 2 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Downtown Hayward
41st Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival (Hayward)
La Alianza de Hayward will be hosting the 41st Annual Cinco de Mayo event on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10:0am to 5:00pm. The event will include live music and dance performances, mariachi, food vendors, artisan vendors, car show, Aztec dancers, baile folklorico, vinyl record ...
Family Nature Day
Saturday, May 2 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Completely free to all visitors, no registration required!
| Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary
Family Nature Day
Join us at Family Nature Day SATURDAY MAY 2, 2026 10AM-2PM Richardson Bay Audubon 376 Greenwood Beach Rd, Tiburon, CA 94920 This is a FREE event and free street parking is available. Bring a picnic to enjoy overlooking Richardson Bay! ...
Senior Smiles and Wellness Health Fair
Saturday, May 2 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*First-come, first-served
| University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
Senior Smiles and Wellness Health Fair
Are you a Bay Area senior age 55+ looking to improve your health and wellness? Join us for a free community health event! Services provided by students and faculty volunteers from University of the Pacific’s dentistry, audiology and physical therapy programs. FREE HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES • Dental ...
Mission Kids Spring Fiesta (SF)
Saturday, May 2 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Mission Kids Co-Op Preschool
Mission Kids Spring Fiesta (SF)
Join the families of Mission Kids Preschool for a Spring Fiesta Block Party on Treat Avenue between 22nd and 23rd streets in the Mission on Saturday May 2nd from 10am-1pm. Right across from Niños Unidos Park. There will be games, live music, puppet shows, martial ...
2026 Japantown Kodomo no Hi Children’s Day Festival (SF)
Saturday, May 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California
2026 Japantown Kodomo no Hi Children's Day Festival (SF)
Get the kids together and come out to our annual Children’s Day Festival on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11:00am-4:00pm! Bring out the kids and friends to enjoy our annual festival offering many fun games and prizes, craft activities, bounce house, and cultural and live stage ...
Berkeley Bay Festival 2026: Free Boat Rides, Live Music & Activities
Saturday, May 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Shorebird Park Nature Center
Berkeley Bay Festival 2026: Free Boat Rides, Live Music & Activities
Celebrate the San Francisco Bay at the Berkeley Marina and connect with the community through live music, food, and hands-on educational activities. Join us for the Berkeley Bay Festival to enjoy: Interactive learning exhibits Fun activities Boat rides Food vendors Free bike valet Adventure Playground Music by the West Grand Brass Band Taylor ...
Annual Spring Vibes Market
Saturday, May 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission & Free Onsite Parking
| Crockett Scout Hall
Annual Spring Vibes Market
Join us at the Annual Spring Vibes Market for a fun day of fresh finds, local goodies, and good vibes! Annual Spring Vibes Market Get ready to soak up the sunshine and good vibes at the Annual Spring Vibes Market! This in-person event is all about celebrating ...
Berkeley Bay Festival
Saturday, May 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Berkeley Marina
Berkeley Bay Festival
Celebrate the San Francisco Bay at the Berkeley Marina and connect with the community through live music, food, and hands-on educational activities. Join us for the Berkeley Bay Festival to enjoy: Interactive learning exhibits Fun activities Boat rides Food vendors Free bike valet Adventure Playground Music by the West Grand Brass Band, Taylor ...
“Off the Grid” Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)
Saturday, May 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission + Free Ferry with RSVP
| Cityside Park
"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

San Francisco’s newest waterfront hangout is getting a weekly food party this spring. Off the Grid is launching a brand-new Saturday market at Treasure Island’s Cityside Park with food vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. from April 11 to May 16 (11 am to ...Every Saturday

Free AAPI Heritage Market: Art + Aerial Show at Yank Sing (SF)
Saturday, May 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yank Sing
Free AAPI Heritage Market: Art + Aerial Show at Yank Sing (SF)
AAPI Heritage Month Day Market at Yank Sing Rincon Center Presented by Value Culture, Society of Art and Living Archives (SALA) & Yank Sing. Artists & vendors include: Reniel Del Rosario · Chad Hasegawa · Gregory Shimada · Parker Ito · The Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory and ...

Sunday, May 3

2026 “SF Tea Festival” at Ferry Building (May 2-3)
Sunday, May 3 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $21*
*Tickets start at $21. Get Funcheap exclusive discounted tix with code SFFC (20% off tickets)
| San Francisco Ferry Building
2026 "SF Tea Festival" at Ferry Building (May 2-3)

If you love tea, there’s probably no better event all year to attend. Explore and taste hundreds of teas from 30+ different tea makers. Vendors include established brands and local artisans. The two-day festival takes place May 2-3, 2026 Tickets start at $21 and include ...

Free Oakland “Beltane Magical Marketplace” May Day Festival (2026)
Sunday, May 3 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to browse
| The Sunshine Prophecy
Free Oakland “Beltane Magical Marketplace” May Day Festival (2026)
Witches don’t just gather at Halloween. Join the Bay Area magical community in celebrating Beltane/May Day, with a day of ritual performance and community building! Sunday May 3rd from 11am to 5:pm, join Modern Witches and The Sunshine Prophecy for A Magical Marketplace: a free, family-friendly ...
SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, May 3 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly

Alice in Wonderland Family Math Quest at Salesforce Park
Alice in Wonderland Family Math Quest at Salesforce Park
Alice in Wonderland Family Math Quest Step into the wonderfully curious world of Alice in Wonderland for a whimsical family adventure where math comes to life through puzzles, logic, and imagination. Travel through iconic moments from the Mad Hatter’s tea party to the Queen’s court, following clues ...
Elmwood Music Fest (Berkeley)
Sunday, May 3 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*https://facebook.com/events/s/music-in-the-elmwood-festival/2096756484233086/
| The Elmwood @ College & Ashby in Berkeley
Elmwood Music Fest (Berkeley)
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of live music, local flavor, and community spirit at Music in the Elmwood! Enjoy three stages filled with incredible live bands and community partner performances throughout the day. Wander through Artisan Alley featuring talented local makers, grab delicious bites ...
“The Smugler’s Stash” Star Wars Mystery Pack Market (East Bay)
Sunday, May 3 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Four Fools Winery
The Force arrives early at Four Fools Winery! Join us for a galactic pre-May the 4th celebration where mystery rules and smuggling is highly encouraged (the fun kind, of course). Our vendors are transforming into intergalactic traders for one night only each offering exclusive Mystery Packs ...
Balboa Family Carnival (SF)
Sunday, May 3 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Balboa Park
Balboa Family Carnival (SF)
Join us in Balboa Park for games and family fun. Free baby wipes and books while supplies lasts.
Gilman Jazz Festival (Berkeley)
Sunday, May 3 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: $23*
*General Admission
| Gilman Brewing Company
Gilman Jazz Festival (Berkeley)
Gilman Jazz Festival – 3 amazing jazz bands, 1 afternoon. Gilman Brewing Company in Berkeley May 3 from 2 – 5 googletag.cmd.push(function() ...

Wednesday, May 6

“San Francisco Silent Film Festival” Returns to The Castro Theatre (May 6-10)
"San Francisco Silent Film Festival" Returns to The Castro Theatre (May 6-10)

San Francisco Silent Film Festival is devoted to the presentation of live cinema—films from cinema’s silent era with live musical accompaniment. This year’s festival (our 29th!) includes 26 films from six different countries and 22 musicians from far and wide. Altogether we’re presenting 22 programs ...

Thursday, May 7

FREE: SF Silent Film Festival “Amazing Tales” Event at The Castro Theatre
Thursday, May 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Regstration required
| Castro Theatre
FREE: SF Silent Film Festival "Amazing Tales" Event at The Castro Theatre
Event San Francisco Silent Film Festival 2026 AMAZING TALES FROM THE ARCHIVES – FREE – RSVP – https://silentfilm.org/event/amazing-tales-from-the-archives-4/ Free presentation Our Amazing Tales program began in 2006 as a way to highlight the importance of film preservation and to provide insight into the remarkable work done by film archives ...
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)
Thursday, May 7 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| 2nd Street between Market and Howard Streets
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays is back for a full year of street parties in 2026: Starting Jan 1, 2026 with a New Year’s Day Edition.  DJs – Live Performances – Dancing – Drag – Food Trucks – Shopping – Fashion, and new surprises every month. All ...Monthly

Hawaiian May Day: Hula Performance at San Ramon’s City Center Bishop Ranch
Thursday, May 7 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Alexander Square
Hawaiian May Day: Hula Performance at San Ramon's City Center Bishop Ranch
Celebrate May Day with a captivating hula performance by Aloha Studio at City Center Bishop Ranch. Join us on the lawn in Alexander Square on May 7 at 6 PM as graceful hula dancers bring the stories of Hawai‘i to life through song and dance. May ...

Friday, May 8

Steamroller Dance: “Bespoke” Free Premiere (SF)
Friday, May 8 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 7:45 pm | Cost: $5*
*Tickets available at a sliding scale $5-$35
| Masonic Lodge Banquet Room
Steamroller Dance Company with The Singers of the Street present the Bay Area premiere of “Bespoke” at the San Francisco International Arts Festival

Saturday, May 9

The Box SF Artistica Creators Fest (May 9-10)
Saturday, May 9 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*TICKETS NOT REQUIRED
| The Box SF
The Box SF Artistica Creators Fest (May 9-10)

 The Box SF’s Artistica Creators Fest(formerly known as Artists and Makers Fair) is a multi-day weekend event held monthly at the historic building located in the heart of San Francisco! Originally the William Randolph Hearst printing plant built in the 1920’s, The Box SF is now home ...

SF’s “Live on Larkin” AAPI Heritage Month Block Party (2026)
Saturday, May 9 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Larkin St (between Eliis & Eddy)
SF's "Live on Larkin" AAPI Heritage Month Block Party (2026)
Live on Larkin, a new series of free street events on Larkin Street, kicks off on May 9th with the 5th Annual AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Heritage Month Block Party. Check out live music, a fashion show, cultural performances, K-Pop DJ Sets & Karaoke, ...
Hawaiian May Day Festival 2026 at Alameda County Fairgrounds (May 9-10)
Saturday, May 9 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: $25 | Alameda County Fairgrounds
Hawaiian May Day Festival 2026 at Alameda County Fairgrounds (May 9-10)

ALOHA KĀKOU! Hawaiian May Day Festival honoring Tennyson & Fe Lum, sponsored by the KUMU HULA ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA Celebrating on MOTHERʻS DAY WEEKEND May 9 & 10, 2026, Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, California MAHALO NUI ...

2026 Taiwanese American Cultural Festival (Union Square)
Saturday, May 9 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free!
| Union Square
2026 Taiwanese American Cultural Festival (Union Square)
The West Coast’s largest Taiwanese American celebration is back and in person on Saturday, May 9, 2026 in San Francisco’s Union Square! Join us from 10AM – 4PM for a free and family-friendly festival showcasing Taiwanese culture, food, entertainment, activities and more. Since 1993, the Taiwanese ...
SF’s “KQED Fest” Free Block Party + Open House (2026)
Saturday, May 9 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | KQED Headquarters
SF's “KQED Fest” Free Block Party + Open House (2026)
KQED Fest 2026 is a free, family-friendly block party and open house at KQED Headquarters in San Francisco’s Mission District. The event features live moments from KQED, NPR, and PBS programs, fireside chats, guided studio tours, interactive art, science activities, crafts, games, food trucks featured ...
“Off the Grid” Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)
Saturday, May 9 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission + Free Ferry with RSVP
| Cityside Park
"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

San Francisco’s newest waterfront hangout is getting a weekly food party this spring. Off the Grid is launching a brand-new Saturday market at Treasure Island’s Cityside Park with food vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. from April 11 to May 16 (11 am to ...Every Saturday

Free KQED Fest 2026: Open House + Block Party (SF)
Saturday, May 9 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | KQED
Free KQED Fest 2026: Open House + Block Party (SF)
Spend your Saturday in San Francisco’s Mission District at KQED’s headquarters for our free festive, all day open house and block party featuring educational activities, live music, food and other community fun! Celebrate the Bay Area’s beloved public media station with live, on-stage moments from KQED, ...
The 36th Annual May Madness Car Show and Parade (San Rafael)
Saturday, May 9 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Downtown San Rafael
The 36th Annual May Madness Car Show and Parade (San Rafael)
San Rafael will rumble back to life as the 36th Annual May Madness Car Show & Parade returns on Saturday, May 9, 2026.   This free, family-friendly event, the longest-running car show and parade in Northern California, features over 200 classic cars, hot rods, and customs lining ...
SF’s Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026 Kickoff: Live Salsa Dance Party
Saturday, May 9 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF’s Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026 Kickoff: Live Salsa Dance Party
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival kicks off with a salsa dance party featuring the great New York sonero Hermán Olivera y Orquesta Taíno. At the center of NYC’s Latin music scene since the late 1970s, Olivera is known for keeping company with the greatest instrumentalists in salsa and ...
8th Annual AAPI Fest + Free Bowling (Daly City)
Saturday, May 9 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, free bowling with pre-registration, free live entertainment
| Classic Bowling Center
8th Annual AAPI Fest + Free Bowling (Daly City)
NOTE: TICKET NOT REQUIRED – Just come by! Must register for free bowling though at overthefog.com We’re excited to announce the return of our festival celebrating local Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture and contributions! Our AAPI Fest is a FREE local family-friendly celebration organized ...

Sunday, May 10

SF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)
Sunday, May 10 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
| Inner Sunset
SF's "Inner Sunset Flea Market" 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)

The Inner Sunset Flea Market is back for its 11th season on April 12th! Launched in collaboration with the Inner Sunset Park Neighbors and happening every second Sunday from April to November, this vibrant, well-loved community event transforms Irving Street (9th-11th Ave.) into a lively ...Monthly

The Box SF Artistica Creators Fest (May 9-10)
Sunday, May 10 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*TICKETS NOT REQUIRED
| The Box SF
The Box SF Artistica Creators Fest (May 9-10)

 The Box SF’s Artistica Creators Fest(formerly known as Artists and Makers Fair) is a multi-day weekend event held monthly at the historic building located in the heart of San Francisco! Originally the William Randolph Hearst printing plant built in the 1920’s, The Box SF is now home ...

The 1st “Contra Costa Vintage Market” in Lafayette (Mother’s Day 2026)
Sunday, May 10 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE Admission
| Vintage Vida
The 1st "Contra Costa Vintage Market" in Lafayette (Mother's Day 2026)
Celebrate Mother’s Day with us as we kick off the first Contra Costa Vintage Market on Sunday, May 10th from 10am-3pm in downtown Lafayette, California! Spend the day discovering one-of-a-kind treasures, timeless pieces, and thoughtful gifts perfect for moms and mother figures in your life at ...
Hawaiian May Day Festival 2026 at Alameda County Fairgrounds (May 9-10)
Sunday, May 10 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: $25*
*$25 General Admission; $20 Pre-sale
| Alameda County Fairgrounds
Hawaiian May Day Festival 2026 at Alameda County Fairgrounds (May 9-10)

ALOHA KĀKOU! Hawaiian May Day Festival honoring Tennyson & Fe Lum, sponsored by the KUMU HULA ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA Celebrating on MOTHERʻS DAY WEEKEND May 9 & 10, 2026, Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, California MAHALO NUI ...

Mother’s Day at City Center Bishop Ranch (2026)
Sunday, May 10 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | City Center Bishop Ranch
Mother’s Day at City Center Bishop Ranch (2026)
Celebrate mom at City Center Bishop Ranch. The first 200 guests to spend $200 or more at any combination of City Center stores will receive a complimentary flower bouquet from the Flower cart in Alexander Square. *One bouquet per family. While supplies last.
Mother’s Day Market at The Box Shop Open House (SF)
Sunday, May 10 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Box Shop
Mother's Day Market at The Box Shop Open House (SF)
This Mother’s Day we’re hosting an art market at The Box Shop! Bring Mom to browse and get your family portrait taken in front of our 130+ original murals. Artist Alejandra Rassvetaieff leads our Art-Making Table. At 2pm, Box Shop founding artist Charlie Gadeken will lead a Mural ...
Union Square in Bloom: Mother’s Day Fashion Show 2026
Sunday, May 10 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Union Square in Bloom: Mother's Day Fashion Show 2026
The annual Bloom Fashion Show Presented by Levi Strauss & Co. returns to Union Square on Friday, May 8, 2026 bringing student designers and spring style to the heart of downtown as part of the seasonal Union Square In Bloom celebration. Hosted by the Union Square ...

Thursday, May 14

SF’s FREE “Valencia Live” 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)
Thursday, May 14 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE | RSVP
| Valencia St. between 16th and 19th
SF’s FREE "Valencia Live" 2026 Monthly Street Party (Every 2nd Thursday)

Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season! See you in the streets for a FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration with live music, cocktails to go, restaurants, art, shopping, and tons of fun in the streets. Live music curated by Carnaval SF. Find the party ...

Friday, May 15

Castro Night Market 2026 (March – Sept)
Friday, May 15 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 18th St & Castro St
Castro Night Market 2026 (March - Sept)

One of the Castro’s biggest street events is coming back for another season. The Castro Night Market returns for season two on Friday, March 20, 2026, taking over two blocks of 18th Street and turning them into a pedestrian-friendly night market filled with food, music, ...Monthly

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, May 15 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, May 16

43rd Annual Berkeley “Himalayan Fair” (May 16-17)
Saturday, May 16 – 10:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donations encouraged at the door
| Live Oak Park
43rd Annual Berkeley "Himalayan Fair" (May 16-17)

Berkeley’s 43rd Annual Himalayan Fair returns to Live Oak Park, May 16-17, 2026. Join us at Live Oak Park, Berkeley, for a weekend filled with vibrant culture, soulful music, Himalayan flavors, crafts, and community connection. The annual Himalayan Fair, the largest of its kind in ...

Boogie Music Fest 2026 (Downtown Campbell)
Saturday, May 16 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission
| Downtown Campbell
Boogie Music Fest 2026 (Downtown Campbell)
Campbell Turns Up the Volume-Boogie Music Fest Saturday May 16th 10am-6pm & Sunday, May 17th 10am-5pm Downtown Campbell Get ready – Boogie Music Fest- the South Bay’s premier street party – is coming to Downtown Campbell May 16th & 17th. This two-day celebration brings together everything that makes ...
Southeast Asian New Year Celebration: Songkran Festival 2026 (SF)
Saturday, May 16 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
Southeast Asian New Year Celebration: Songkran Festival 2026 (SF)
We’re excited to invite you to Songkran Festival 2026, a joyful celebration of the Southeast Asian New Year, happening at Fulton Plaza, Civic Center – San Francisco. This festival is more than an event. It’s a space where culture, community, and new beginnings come together Cultural ...
“Off the Grid” Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)
Saturday, May 16 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission + Free Ferry with RSVP
| Cityside Park
"Off the Grid" Waterfront Fest + Free Ferry Rides (Treasure Island)

San Francisco’s newest waterfront hangout is getting a weekly food party this spring. Off the Grid is launching a brand-new Saturday market at Treasure Island’s Cityside Park with food vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. from April 11 to May 16 (11 am to ...Every Saturday

Free Southeast Asian New Year Festival + Water Celebration (SF)
Saturday, May 16 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fulton Plaza
Step into Southeast Asian New Year with a hands-on water blessing, Thai street food, and live cultural performances at the premier Southeast Asian Songkran Festival 2026, coming to Fulton Plaza at San Francisco’s Civic Center on Saturday, May 16. This year’s outdoor festival invites attendees to ...
Pleasant Hill’s Art, Wine & Music Festival 2026 (May 16-17)
Saturday, May 16 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission; food/drinks for purchase
| Downtown Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill's Art, Wine & Music Festival 2026 (May 16-17)

 A memorable weekend filled with fantastic art, exquisite wines, and soulful music, right in the heart of Pleasant Hill. One of Pleasant Hill’s most anticipated events is back!  Live music – Two Stages with Live Bands, One Community Stage with Cultural & Performance groups. Talented local ...

The Retro-Future Revue 2026 Live at Golden Gate Park Bandshell
Saturday, May 16 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, all ages, outdoor
| Spreckels Temple of Music (Golden Gate Park Bandshell)
The Retro-Future Revue 2026 Live at Golden Gate Park Bandshell
The Retro Future Revue 2026 Where the past meets the future and tradition meets innovation. Past and future will collide at the historic Golden Gate Park Bandshell on Saturday, May 16th 2026. On the stage where iconic musicians like Jerry Garcia, Santana, and Jefferson Airplane entertained hundreds ...

Sunday, May 17

Bay to Breakers 2026 (Everything You Need to Know)
Bay to Breakers 2026 (Everything You Need to Know)
Early Bird Discount Tickets / Street Closures / Course Map / Muni & BART Info / Best Places to Watch / Volunteer / Crazy Costume Photos
43rd Annual Berkeley “Himalayan Fair” (May 16-17)
Sunday, May 17 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donations encouraged at the door
| Live Oak Park
43rd Annual Berkeley "Himalayan Fair" (May 16-17)

Berkeley’s 43rd Annual Himalayan Fair returns to Live Oak Park, May 16-17, 2026. Join us at Live Oak Park, Berkeley, for a weekend filled with vibrant culture, soulful music, Himalayan flavors, crafts, and community connection. The annual Himalayan Fair, the largest of its kind in ...

5th Annual East Bay Makers Market & Car Show 2026 (Richmond)
Sunday, May 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission 11:00am - 3:00pm
| San Pablo Sportsman Hall
5th Annual East Bay Makers Market & Car Show 2026 (Richmond)
Join us for our 5th Annual Makers Market at the San Pablo Sportsman Hall. Invite your friends and neighbors for some community fun. INDOORS, you’ll be able to shop handcrafted goods from 25 guest artisans. OUTDOORS, the Sportsman Club will be hosting their first Car Show, ...
Pleasant Hill’s Art, Wine & Music Festival 2026 (May 16-17)
Sunday, May 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission; food/drinks for purchase
| Downtown Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill's Art, Wine & Music Festival 2026 (May 16-17)

 A memorable weekend filled with fantastic art, exquisite wines, and soulful music, right in the heart of Pleasant Hill. One of Pleasant Hill’s most anticipated events is back!  Live music – Two Stages with Live Bands, One Community Stage with Cultural & Performance groups. Talented local ...

Friday, May 22

“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)
Friday, May 22 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
| Fort Mason Center
"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Fort Mason Night Market returns for 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors & live music on the waterfront. San Francisco’s popular waterfront night market is back for 2026. The Fort Mason Night Market returns monthly from April through December, bringing together local food vendors, craft ...

Saturday, May 23

2026 San Francisco Carnaval Festival (May 23-24)
Saturday, May 23 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
| Harrison Street
2026 San Francisco Carnaval Festival (May 23-24)

Carnaval San Francisco is back for 2026 with their 48th annual celebration. The free, two-day festival spans 17 blocks in the Mission District and features five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. It offers international food, dancing, sampling sites, and entertainment for families, ...

Sunday, May 24

2026 San Francisco Carnaval Festival & Parade
Sunday, May 24 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
| Harrison Street
2026 San Francisco Carnaval Festival & Parade

Carnaval San Francisco is back for 2026 with their 48th annual celebration. The free, two-day festival spans 17 blocks in the Mission District and features five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. It offers international food, dancing, sampling sites, and entertainment for families, ...

2026 San Francisco Carnaval Grand Parade
Sunday, May 24 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
| 24th & Bryant
2026 San Francisco Carnaval Grand Parade

Carnaval San Francisco is back for 2026 with their 48th annual celebration. The free, two-day festival spans 17 blocks in the Mission District and features five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors. It offers international food, dancing, sampling sites, and entertainment for families, ...

Thursday, May 28

“SOMA Nights” Neighborhood Block Party + Night Market (SF)
Thursday, May 28 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Folsom St. (between 6th-12th)
"SOMA Nights" Neighborhood Block Party + Night Market (SF)

Join us for regular monthly art, food and cultural events on Folsom St (Between 6th-12th). Over 20 business participating, pop-up vendors, performances & street activations. SOMA Nights aims to foster a sense of community by connecting residents and local businesses during the Folsom Streetscape Project ...Monthly

Saturday, May 30

2026 Bay Area Book Festival in Downtown Berkeley (May 30-31)
Saturday, May 30 – 10:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Most events are free, but a few are ticketed
| Downtown Berkeley
2026 Bay Area Book Festival in Downtown Berkeley (May 30-31)

As the Bay Area Book Festival (BABF) enters its 12th year, it stands as both a cultural celebration and a critical gathering space where activists, authors, and audiences can unite around today’s most urgent issues and uplift marginalized voices. We present first-rate live conversations with ...

Parks4All: Brewfest 2026 (The Presidio)
Parks4All: Brewfest 2026 (The Presidio)
Join the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy for the fourth annual Parks4All: Brewfest on Saturday, May 30 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Presidio of San Francisco. One of the most anticipated beer festivals in San Francisco, this lively, family-friendly outdoor event brings together ...
SF Official Champions League Final Watch Party (Splash at Thrive City)
Saturday, May 30 – 8:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP Live DJ
| Splash Sports Bar at Thrive City
SF Official Champions League Final Watch Party (Splash at Thrive City)
KICKIT365 presents the 2026 Champions League Final Day Party at Splash Sports Bar on Saturday, May 30. Doors open at 8:00 AM, and kickoff is at 9:00 AM. Join us for the biggest soccer celebration in San Francisco with a full day of soccer, music, ...

Sunday, May 31

2026 Bay Area Book Festival + “Bookworm” Block Party (Downtown Berkeley)
Sunday, May 31 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Most events are free, but a few are ticketed
| Downtown Berkeley
2026 Bay Area Book Festival + "Bookworm" Block Party (Downtown Berkeley)

As the Bay Area Book Festival (BABF) enters its 12th year, it stands as both a cultural celebration and a critical gathering space where activists, authors, and audiences can unite around today’s most urgent issues and uplift marginalized voices. We present first-rate live conversations with ...

Thursday, June 4

SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)
Thursday, June 4 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| 2nd Street between Market and Howard Streets
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays is back for a full year of street parties in 2026: Starting Jan 1, 2026 with a New Year’s Day Edition.  DJs – Live Performances – Dancing – Drag – Food Trucks – Shopping – Fashion, and new surprises every month. All ...Monthly

Friday, June 5

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, June 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, June 6

50th Annual Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival (June 6-7)
Saturday, June 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission Street Fair - All are welcome
| Downtown Sunnyvale
50th Annual Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival (June 6-7)
The Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival returns June 6 and 7, 2026, marking five decades of art, music, food, and community in the heart of downtown Sunnyvale. This milestone year, we pulled out all the stops. We heard your feedback, we listened, and we’re bringing it ...
Union Street Festival 2026 (June 6-7)
Saturday, June 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*0
| Union Street (Lombard to Fillmore)
Union Street Festival 2026 (June 6-7)
Kick off the summer with one of the largest street festivals in San Francisco, located in the bustling Cow Hollow neighborhood! The two-day long Union Street Festival brings neighbors, locals and visitors alike to celebrate in the streets of San Francisco’s Marina District. Come celebrate local business, culture ...
Union Street Festival 2026 (June 6-June 7)
Saturday, June 6 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Union Street (Gough to Fillmore)
Union Street Festival 2026 (June 6-June 7)

Kick off the summer with one of the largest street festivals in San Francisco, located in the bustling Cow Hollow neighborhood! The two-day long Union Street Festival brings neighbors, locals and visitors alike to celebrate in the streets of San Francisco’s Marina District. Come celebrate ...

Sunday, June 7

SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, June 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly

Union Street Festival 2026 (June 6-June 7)
Sunday, June 7 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Union Street (Gough to Fillmore)
Union Street Festival 2026 (June 6-June 7)

Kick off the summer with one of the largest street festivals in San Francisco, located in the bustling Cow Hollow neighborhood! The two-day long Union Street Festival brings neighbors, locals and visitors alike to celebrate in the streets of San Francisco’s Marina District. Come celebrate ...

Thursday, June 11

SF’s FREE “Valencia Live” Monthly Street Party (June 2026)
Thursday, June 11 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE | RSVP
| Valencia St. between 16th and 19th
SF’s FREE "Valencia Live" Monthly Street Party (June 2026)

Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season! See you in the streets for a FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration with live music, cocktails to go, restaurants, art, shopping, and tons of fun in the streets. Live music curated by Carnaval SF. Find the party ...

Saturday, June 13

SF’s 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Celebration, Block Party & Free Carnival Rides (Fillmore)
Saturday, June 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP requested
| Fillmore District
SF’s 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Celebration, Block Party & Free Carnival Rides (Fillmore)
Save the Date! It’s California’s largest Juneteenth celebration ft. Live Music, a brand new Kids Zone, Fashion Show and much more TBA. Get ready for Juneteenth in San Francisco’s historic Fillmore District. The Freedom Celebration will span 8 city blocks featuring dozens of retail and food ...
Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Festival 2026
Saturday, June 13 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to the public all day
| St. Joseph Notre Dame High School
Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Festival 2026
Carnivorous Plant Festival – A One-of-a-Kind Bay Area Event for Families and Children of All Ages Rows of tables. Thousands of carnivorous plants. One unforgettable day. Join the Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Society for the largest carnivorous plant festival in the country—and the only one of its ...

Sunday, June 14

SF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)
Sunday, June 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
| Inner Sunset
SF's "Inner Sunset Flea Market" 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)

The Inner Sunset Flea Market is back for its 11th season on April 12th! Launched in collaboration with the Inner Sunset Park Neighbors and happening every second Sunday from April to November, this vibrant, well-loved community event transforms Irving Street (9th-11th Ave.) into a lively ...Monthly

17th Annual 3-Legged Dog Picnic w/ Pup Fashion Show (SF)
Sunday, June 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Its free but we ask for donations to keep the celebration alive. Any amount is welcome and appreciated
| Dynamo Donut & Coffee (Little Marina Green)
17th Annual 3-Legged Dog Picnic w/ Pup Fashion Show (SF)
San Francisco’s most heartwarming tradition is back for its 17th year! The Three-Legged Dog Picnic brings together tri-pawed pups and the people who adore them for an afternoon of pure joy at Little Marina Green. Join us on Sunday, June 14th from 11am–2pm for a fun-filled ...

Friday, June 19

Castro Night Market 2026 (March – Sept)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 18th St & Castro St
Castro Night Market 2026 (March - Sept)

One of the Castro’s biggest street events is coming back for another season. The Castro Night Market returns for season two on Friday, March 20, 2026, taking over two blocks of 18th Street and turning them into a pedestrian-friendly night market filled with food, music, ...Monthly

“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
| Fort Mason Center
"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Fort Mason Night Market returns for 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors & live music on the waterfront. San Francisco’s popular waterfront night market is back for 2026. The Fort Mason Night Market returns monthly from April through December, bringing together local food vendors, craft ...

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, June 20

North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*0
| Columbus Ave
North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Join us for North Beach Festival 2026 from 11am to 7pm on Saturday, June 20th & Sunday, June 21st, 2026! Discover San Francisco’s “Little Italy,” a vibrant and historic neighborhood known for its rich Italian heritage, scenic views, lively nightlife, cultural festivals, and iconic landmarks like ...
SF’s Native Contemporary Arts Festival (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Saturday, June 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Main)
SF's Native Contemporary Arts Festival (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
A beloved Father’s Day weekend tradition celebrating the creativity of America’s indigenous peoples, the 27th annual Native Contemporary Arts Festival showcases a diverse program of Native music, dance, spoken word, visual artists, vendors and crafts. The program is curated by Janeen Antoine (Sicangu Lakota), American ...

Thursday, June 25

“SOMA Nights” Neighborhood Block Party + Night Market (SF)
Thursday, June 25 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Folsom St. (between 6th-12th)
"SOMA Nights" Neighborhood Block Party + Night Market (SF)

Join us for regular monthly art, food and cultural events on Folsom St (Between 6th-12th). Over 20 business participating, pop-up vendors, performances & street activations. SOMA Nights aims to foster a sense of community by connecting residents and local businesses during the Folsom Streetscape Project ...Monthly

Thursday, July 2

SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)
Thursday, July 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| 2nd Street between Market and Howard Streets
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)

Downtown First Thursdays is back for a full year of street parties in 2026: Starting Jan 1, 2026 with a New Year’s Day Edition.  DJs – Live Performances – Dancing – Drag – Food Trucks – Shopping – Fashion, and new surprises every month. All ...Monthly

Friday, July 3

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, July 3 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Sunday, July 5

SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, July 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly

Wednesday, July 8

Walnut Creek’s Locust Street Festival 2026
Wednesday, July 8 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Walnut Creek Downtown
Walnut Creek's Locust Street Festival 2026

Mark your calendars for an epic street festival series, once a month on Wednesday evenings in July and August. Join us for these 2 vibrant street festivals in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek! Locust Street Festival is the ultimate celebration of community, creativity, and ...

Thursday, July 9

SF’s FREE “Valencia Live” Monthly Street Party (July 2026)
Thursday, July 9 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE | RSVP
| Valencia St. between 17th and 20th
SF’s FREE "Valencia Live" Monthly Street Party (July 2026)

Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season! See you in the streets for a FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration with live music, cocktails to go, restaurants, art, shopping, and tons of fun in the streets. Live music curated by Carnaval SF. Find the party ...

Sunday, July 12

SF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)
Sunday, July 12 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
| Inner Sunset
SF's "Inner Sunset Flea Market" 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)

The Inner Sunset Flea Market is back for its 11th season on April 12th! Launched in collaboration with the Inner Sunset Park Neighbors and happening every second Sunday from April to November, this vibrant, well-loved community event transforms Irving Street (9th-11th Ave.) into a lively ...Monthly

Friday, July 17

Castro Night Market 2026 (March – Sept)
Friday, July 17 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 18th St & Castro St
Castro Night Market 2026 (March - Sept)

One of the Castro’s biggest street events is coming back for another season. The Castro Night Market returns for season two on Friday, March 20, 2026, taking over two blocks of 18th Street and turning them into a pedestrian-friendly night market filled with food, music, ...Monthly

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, July 17 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Sunday, July 19

Sugartown Festival 2026
Sunday, July 19 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Admission Is Free
| 850 pomona St Crockett Ca 94525
Sugartown Festival 2026
Get ready to dance, eat, and soak up the vibes at Sugartown Festival 2026—fun’s just around the corner! Sugartown Festival 2026 18th Annual Community Celebration Welcome to Sugartown Festival 2026 — where music, community, and summer energy come together in unforgettable style. ...

Thursday, July 23

“SOMA Nights” Neighborhood Block Party + Night Market (SF)
Thursday, July 23 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Folsom St. (between 6th-12th)
"SOMA Nights" Neighborhood Block Party + Night Market (SF)

Join us for regular monthly art, food and cultural events on Folsom St (Between 6th-12th). Over 20 business participating, pop-up vendors, performances & street activations. SOMA Nights aims to foster a sense of community by connecting residents and local businesses during the Folsom Streetscape Project ...Monthly

Saturday, July 25

SF’s “ChoreoFest” Outdoor Dance Festival: Day One (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Saturday, July 25 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF’s “ChoreoFest” Outdoor Dance Festival: Day One (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Yerba Buena Gardens ChoreoFest (Day One) Sat, July 25 | 2pm – 4pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA Yerba Buena Gardens ChoreoFest 2026 occurs on two days: Saturday, July 25 and Saturday, August 1. These programs move through different sites within ...

Saturday, August 1

SF’s “ChoreoFest” Outdoor Dance Festival: Day Two (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Saturday, August 1 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF’s “ChoreoFest” Outdoor Dance Festival: Day Two (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
ChoreoFest (Day 2) Sat, Aug 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA Free RSVP Yerba Buena Gardens ChoreoFest 2026 occurs on two days: Saturday, July 25 and Saturday, August 1. These programs move through different sites within Yerba Buena Gardens. Like ...

Sunday, August 2

SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, August 2 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly

Wednesday, August 5

Walnut Creek’s Locust Street Festival 2026
Wednesday, August 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Walnut Creek Downtown
Walnut Creek's Locust Street Festival 2026

Mark your calendars for an epic street festival series, once a month on Wednesday evenings in July and August. Join us for these 2 vibrant street festivals in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek! Locust Street Festival is the ultimate celebration of community, creativity, and ...

Friday, August 7

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, August 7 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, August 8

SF’s “Pistahan” 2026 (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival)
Saturday, August 8 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF's "Pistahan" 2026 (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival)
Pistahan (Day 1) Sat, Aug 8 11:00am – 5:00pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA This program occurs on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9. Visit the Pistahan website for complete schedule. The 33rd annual Pistahan is the region’s premiere showcase of Filipino and ...

Sunday, August 9

SF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)
Sunday, August 9 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
| Inner Sunset
SF's "Inner Sunset Flea Market" 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)

The Inner Sunset Flea Market is back for its 11th season on April 12th! Launched in collaboration with the Inner Sunset Park Neighbors and happening every second Sunday from April to November, this vibrant, well-loved community event transforms Irving Street (9th-11th Ave.) into a lively ...Monthly

Thursday, August 13

SF’s FREE “Valencia Live” Monthly Street Party (August 2026)
Thursday, August 13 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE | RSVP
| Valencia St. between 17th and 20th
SF’s FREE "Valencia Live" Monthly Street Party (August 2026)

Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season! See you in the streets for a FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration with live music, cocktails to go, restaurants, art, shopping, and tons of fun in the streets. Live music curated by Carnaval SF. Find the party ...

Friday, August 21

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, August 21 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Castro Night Market 2026 (March – Sept)
Friday, August 21 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 18th St & Castro St
Castro Night Market 2026 (March - Sept)

One of the Castro’s biggest street events is coming back for another season. The Castro Night Market returns for season two on Friday, March 20, 2026, taking over two blocks of 18th Street and turning them into a pedestrian-friendly night market filled with food, music, ...Monthly

Friday, August 28

“Pokémon XP”: Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)
Friday, August 28 – All Day | Cost: $90*
*Passes start from $90 for adults
| Moscone Center
"Pokémon XP": Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)

San Francisco will host Pokémon XP, a new official fan event running alongside the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, at the Moscone Center from Aug. 28-30, 2026. The event will offer panels, workshops, special guests, and a pop-up Pokémon Center store with exclusive merchandise. Pokémon XP ...

Saturday, August 29

“Pokémon XP”: Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)
Saturday, August 29 – All Day | Cost: $90*
*Passes start from $90 for adults
| Moscone Center
"Pokémon XP": Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)

San Francisco will host Pokémon XP, a new official fan event running alongside the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, at the Moscone Center from Aug. 28-30, 2026. The event will offer panels, workshops, special guests, and a pop-up Pokémon Center store with exclusive merchandise. Pokémon XP ...

Sunday, August 30

“Pokémon XP”: Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)
Sunday, August 30 – All Day | Cost: $90*
*Passes start from $90 for adults
| Moscone Center
"Pokémon XP": Pokémon Official Fan Fest & World Championships in SF (Aug. 28-30)

San Francisco will host Pokémon XP, a new official fan event running alongside the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, at the Moscone Center from Aug. 28-30, 2026. The event will offer panels, workshops, special guests, and a pop-up Pokémon Center store with exclusive merchandise. Pokémon XP ...

Friday, September 4

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, September 4 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, September 5

SF’s Free Outdoor Movie Night (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Saturday, September 5 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF's Free Outdoor Movie Night (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Yerba Buena Movie Night Sat, Sep 5 | 7:00pm – 9:30pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA FREE | RSVP Movie begins at sunset (around 7:30pm) Movie Night returns to Yerba Buena Gardens! Enjoy San Francisco summer in September, and cozy up with ...

Sunday, September 6

SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, September 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly

Thursday, September 10

SF’s FREE “Valencia Live” Monthly Street Party (Sept. 2026)
Thursday, September 10 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE | RSVP
| Valencia St. between 18th and 21st
SF’s FREE "Valencia Live" Monthly Street Party (Sept. 2026)

Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season! See you in the streets for a FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration with live music, cocktails to go, restaurants, art, shopping, and tons of fun in the streets. Live music curated by Carnaval SF. Find the party ...

Sunday, September 13

SF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)
Sunday, September 13 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
| Inner Sunset
SF's "Inner Sunset Flea Market" 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)

The Inner Sunset Flea Market is back for its 11th season on April 12th! Launched in collaboration with the Inner Sunset Park Neighbors and happening every second Sunday from April to November, this vibrant, well-loved community event transforms Irving Street (9th-11th Ave.) into a lively ...Monthly

Friday, September 18

Castro Night Market 2026 Finale
Friday, September 18 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 18th St & Castro St
Castro Night Market 2026 Finale

One of the Castro’s biggest street events is coming back for another season. The Castro Night Market returns for season two on Friday, March 20, 2026, taking over two blocks of 18th Street and turning them into a pedestrian-friendly night market filled with food, music, ...Monthly

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, September 18 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, September 26

Burton Fest: Inspired by the Mind of Tim Burton (Easy Bay)
Saturday, September 26 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Four Fools Winery
Step into a world where the weird is celebrated, the gothic is gorgeous, and every sip has a little bit of beautiful madness in it. Burton Fest brings Tim Burton’s beloved style to life with a whimsical-meets-macabre festival filled with striped decor, hauntingly delicious wine ...

Friday, October 2

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, October 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Sunday, October 4

Litquake Out Loud + Book Fair (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Sunday, October 4 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
| Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
Litquake Out Loud + Book Fair (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026)
Litquake Out Loud + Book Fair Sun, Oct 4 Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm Venue: Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA In a city built on tall tales, hard-boiled prose, revelatory memoirs, and penetrating reportage, Litquake is the soul of San Francisco’s cultural ...
San Francisco’s 52nd Annual Castro Street Fair (2026)
Sunday, October 4 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donations requested - Suggested donation of $10-$20 to support out Beneficiaries
| Castro & Market
San Francisco's 52nd Annual Castro Street Fair (2026)
The 51st Castro Street Fair will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 11am to 6pm at Castro and Market Streets. 52nd Annual Castro Street Fair Sunday, October 4, 2026 | 11am-6pm Castro & Market Street, San Francisco Free but suggested donation: $10 to $20 The Castro Street Fair ...
SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, October 4 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly

Thursday, October 8

SF’s Final FREE “Valencia Live” Street Party of 2026 (October)
Thursday, October 8 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE | RSVP
| Valencia St. between 18th and 21st
SF’s Final FREE "Valencia Live" Street Party of 2026 (October)

Valencia LIVE! is back for a 2026 season! See you in the streets for a FREE, all-ages monthly neighborhood celebration with live music, cocktails to go, restaurants, art, shopping, and tons of fun in the streets. Live music curated by Carnaval SF. Find the party ...

Friday, October 9

The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2026
Friday, October 9 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: $5.90*
*Presale $5.90; Tickets are available online only. Children 5 & under are admitted for free.
| Alameda County Fairgrounds
The Bay's Huge "626 Night Market" w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2026

Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 15th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival, named after ...

Saturday, October 10

The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2026
The Bay's Huge "626 Night Market" w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2026

Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 15th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival, named after ...

Sunday, October 11

SF’s Free “Dance Day” at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival (2026)
Sunday, October 11 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: *
*FREE
| Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF's Free "Dance Day" at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival (2026)
YBG Dance Day Sun, Oct 11 | 10am-3pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA A party, a workout, a meditation and a communal celebration, Yerba Buena Gardens Dance Day is a portal to a joyous dance-filled world! Presented by YBG Festival ...
SF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)
Sunday, October 11 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
| Inner Sunset
SF's "Inner Sunset Flea Market" 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)

The Inner Sunset Flea Market is back for its 11th season on April 12th! Launched in collaboration with the Inner Sunset Park Neighbors and happening every second Sunday from April to November, this vibrant, well-loved community event transforms Irving Street (9th-11th Ave.) into a lively ...Monthly

The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market” w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2026
Sunday, October 11 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: $5.90*
*Presale $5.90; Tickets are available online only. Children 5 & under are admitted for free.
| Alameda County Fairgrounds
The Bay's Huge "626 Night Market" w/ 200+ Food & Shopping Stalls | 2026

Everything tastes better at night. Bring family and friends to eat all your favorite snacks at the 15th season of 626 Night Market (formerly known as the NorCal Night Market). Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, this iconic Californian festival, named after ...

Monday, October 12

SF’s Indigenous Peoples Day at Yerba Buena Gardens
Monday, October 12 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade)
SF's Indigenous Peoples Day at Yerba Buena Gardens
Indigenous Peoples Day Mon, Oct 12 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. San Francisco, CA Join us in celebration of San Francisco Indigenous Peoples Day with a magnificent profusion of Native American art, music and vendors. The event highlights the ...

Friday, October 16

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, October 16 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

Saturday, October 31

SF “Halloween Hoopla” Kids’ Festival in the Park + Costume Parade (2026)
Saturday, October 31 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden
SF "Halloween Hoopla" Kids' Festival in the Park + Costume Parade (2026)
The 26th annual Halloween Hoopla is back with family-friendly frights and delights for kids under 10 and their adults! This year’s festivities are sure to amaze with awe-inspiring performers from Circus Bella accompanied by live music from the Circus Bella All-Star Trio. The Hoopla Grand Finale is ...

Sunday, November 1

SF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)
Sunday, November 1 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Ferry Building
SF's "Head West" Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)

Come for the Marketplace, stay for the experience! HEAD WEST is a marketplace for emerging + established local brands and small businesses. From hand-made ceramics to locally sourced vintage, there are always new categories of goods available to explore. Marketplaces becomes a destination to not ...Monthly