SF City Guides
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Reopens November 7th
Bay Area Updates, Fun & Games, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, California’s oldest amusement park (est. 1907), will be the first theme park in the state to reopen, after a 7 month closure. Mayor Newsom announced recently that smaller amusements parks counties in Tier 3, with a capacity of less than 15,000 guests, can reopen at 25% capacity more...
“Protect the Results” Rally in SF Today at 3pm
Causes, Election This is a masked, non-violent, socially-distanced rally. You must wear a mask to attend this event. With every tweet and refusal to commit to accepting the legitimate results of the 2020 election, Trump seeks to stoke chaos and fear. But we will be ready – if Trump tries to steal the election more...
SF’s 51-Year-Old “O’Farrell Theatre” Strip Club Closes
Goodbye, What's Closed / What's Open Thanks to SFGate for letting us know that the Mitchell Brothers “O’Farrell Theatre” has closed. SF Gate reports that as part of its official closure the lavish interior has been gutted. The strip club first opened as an x-rated movie theater in 1969 on the corner of Polk and O’Farrell in more...
Stanford Seeks 1,000 for New COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
COVID-19 Updates, Vaccines Thanks to KRON4 for letting us know that Stanford is joining the race to find a COVID-19 vaccine. On Monday, Stanford Medicine announced it has joined a large “Phase 3” clinical trial of an experimental vaccine Stanford Medicine begins enrolling for COVID-19 vaccine trial Stanford Medicine has joined a large, Phase 3 clinical trial more...
Bay Bridge Traffic Returns: Nearly Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Bay Area Updates If you’ve driven over the Bay Bridge lately, you may have noticed there’s a lot more cars on the road lately. Unfortunately, ABC7 reported that traffic over the Bay Bridge has returned; it’s now about 90% of pre-pandemic levels. The increased traffic is likely due to the economy opening back up. more...
There is Only One Bay Area Holiday Ice Rink for 2020-21
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Things to Do, What's Closed / What's Open The holidays will look a little different this year. Sadly, it looks like most holiday ice rinks are not opening up this year, but we did find two seasonal outdoor ice rinks where you can still skate around for some holiday cheer. UPDATE – As of 11/6/20 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk more...
San Francisco City Hall Lights Up for Election Day
Election, Only in San Francisco San Francisco’s City Hall and its 220+ state-of-the-art LED lighting fixtures will illuminate in red, blue, and white to celebrate Election Day. It’s a great photo opportunity that’s only up a few days a year. San Francisco City Hall Lighting Schedule November 1-6, 2020 – Election Day The schedule is always tentative for the holiday lighting and subject more...
SF’s Chinese New Year Parade Canceled for 2021
What's Closed / What's Open The San Francisco Chinese Chamber of Commerce announced this week that they have canceled the live 2021 Chinese New Year Festivities including the Chinese New Year Parade over concerns of large public gatherings. Learn More. The Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Festival & Parade, dazzling the streets of downtown San Francisco more...
What Happens If Polls Close While I’m in Line?
Causes, Election What Times Do the Polls Close? In San Francisco the polls close at 8pm Pacific. If the Polls Close and I’m Still in Line, Can I Still Vote? In California, Yes! But don’t leave the line. According to the California Secretary of State website you have the right to vote if you were more...
San Francisco Election Day 2020: Poll Locations / Wait Times / Mail Ballot Rules / FAQ
Causes, Election What Times Do the Polls Close? In San Francisco the polls close at 8pm Pacific. If the Polls Close and I’m Still in Line, Can I Still Vote? Yes! But don’t leave the line. According to the California Secretary of State website you have the right to vote if you were in line more...
SF Businesses Board Up Ahead of Election Night
Bay Area Updates, Election In a sight that’s too familiar in 2020, many San Francisco businesses are boarding up their windows in anticipation of potential civil unrest on Election night. While everyone hopes the election results come in smoothly, preparations are being made to prepare for potential looting and rioting that might occur. SF Chronicle more...
Free Krispy Kreme Donut on Election Day
Eat & Drink, Election, Freebies Krispy Kreme is dishing out free donuts on Election Day. You don’t need to have voted to nab a free donut, but you definitely should if you’re eligible. Voting feels different this time around, but we are here to sweeten it up! This Election Day, Nov. 3, you can get a more...
What Are Voting Lines Like in SF?
Election, Have Your Voice Heard, Only in San Francisco If you’re in San Francisco and plan to vote in person, there’s a handy website that lets you know the current wait times at the polls using the Voting Site Wait Times Lookup Tool. Voters can use the Voting Locations and Wait Times Tool to find information about their assigned polling more...
Asian Art Museum Free Days on Nov. 1-2
Museums / Cultural Institutions This Halloween there are no tricks in sight, only treats! Treat yourself to one of our two free admission days. In partnership with Kaiser Permanente, we’re excited to bring back Free First Sundays beginning Nov. 1 and an additional day of free admission on Monday, Nov. 2. Drop off your ballot at the Voting Center more...
Here’s How SF Wants to Help You Vote Safely in 2020
Election San Francisco Announces Efforts in Place to Help Residents Vote Safely in November Election Early voting in San Francisco began on October 5, with several options for voting including 588 polling places, ballot drop boxes, and a Voting Center in Civic Center. Mayor London N. Breed announced how San Franciscans can vote more...
