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SF's Only Indoor Waterslide Pool is Free (Oct. 1-2)SF’s Only Indoor Waterslide Pool is Free (Oct. 1-2)
By - posted 10/1/2024
Freebies, Fun & Games, San Francisco, Swimming / Waterparks

If you’re looking to beat the heat as SF’s “summer” temperatures soar, all 9 public pools in San Francisco will be free and open to all on October 1-2, 2024. Due to continued high temperatures, the San Francisco Recreation and Park department has extended free public swimming to today, Oct.2, from more...

SF's "Free Swim Day" at 9 City Pools (Oct. 1-2)SF’s “Free Swim Day” at 9 City Pools (Oct. 1-2)
By - posted 10/1/2024
Freebies, Fun & Games, San Francisco, Swimming / Waterparks

SF Rec and Park to Offer Free Pool Access on October 1-2, 2024 SF Residents can cool off at a nearby pool amid the hot summer weather If you’re looking to beat the heat as summer temperatures soar, all 9 public pools in San Francisco will be free and open to all more...

GLBT Historical Society Gets New Permanent Museum in the CastroGLBT Historical Society Gets New Permanent Museum in the Castro
By - posted 10/1/2024
Brand New, Museums / Cultural Institutions

Mayor London Breed and Supervisor Mandelman Announce New Permanent Home for LGBTQ History Museum in the Castro San Francisco will purchase 2280 Market Street to serve as the site of the nation’s first LGBTQ museum and its archives after decades of the collection being in temporary locations. Today, Mayor London N. Breed and more...

The Hottest Days Ever in SF (By Month)
By - posted 9/29/2024
City Insight

Hottest Weather Temperature Days in San Francisco – By Month Updated 7/18/22 – Degrees in Fahrenheit January – 79 degrees – January 8, 1962 February – 81 degrees – February 26, 1986 March – 87 degrees – March 11, 2005 April – 94 degrees – April 8, 1989 May – 97 degrees – May 15, 2008 June more...

49ers Watch Party (w/ Happy Hour All Game)49ers Watch Party (w/ Happy Hour All Game)
By - posted 9/28/2024
Bars, Bay Area Favorites

Watch the 49ers every week with discounted drinks (until 6:30p) at The Function – one of SF’s newest bars at the bar or in their comfy upstairs lounge 🏈 Join us every week at The Function for the ultimate 49ers Game Watch Party! 🏈 📍 Location: The Function – 1414 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 🗓 Every Game more...

Oktoberfest Celebrations Around the Bay 2024Oktoberfest Celebrations Around the Bay 2024
By - posted 9/28/2024
Celebrations

If there’s anything that makes us feel better about summer coming to an end, it’s Oktoberfest. Yes, the days get shorter… but that just means you have more evening hours to drink delicious beer. Whether you’re partial to German lagers or California IPAs, the Oktoberfest celebrations all around the Bay will welcome more...

SF's Tallest 360° "Sky Bar" ReopensSF’s Tallest 360° “Sky Bar” Reopens
By - posted 9/14/2024
Bars, City Discoveries, Only in San Francisco, Reopening, San Francisco

After a three-month hiatus, Cityscape, San Francisco’s tallest sky bar, is reopening just in time for clearer skies and stunning views. Perched 46 stories high atop the Hilton San Francisco Union Square, this 360-degree sky bar offers unparalleled vistas of the City by the Bay including the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay more...

Transamerica Pyramid Grand Re-Opening: Massive Laser Light Show (Sept. 12)Transamerica Pyramid Grand Re-Opening: Massive Laser Light Show (Sept. 12)
By - posted 9/11/2024
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, San Francisco, Wow

Thanks to the SFist for sharing that San Francisco’s iconic Transamerica Pyramid is hosting a grand opening celebration on September 12, 2024, to commemorate their $400 million remodel including a brand new outdoor sculpture garden. Grand Opening – Sept. 12, 2024 The “grand opening” celebration includes an Opening Ceremony (9-11 am), a Conversation with Michael more...

Transamerica Pyramid's $400 Million Revamp w/ Brand New Sculpture GardenTransamerica Pyramid’s $400 Million Revamp w/ Brand New Sculpture Garden
By - posted 9/11/2024
Artsy Fartsy, Brand New, New Parks, San Francisco

Thanks to the SF Chronicle for sharing that San Francisco’s iconic Transamerica Pyramid has recently undergone a $400 million revamp, after its new owner, Michael Shvo, took over. The uniquely shaped 48-story building remodel’s final touches are being set in place for its grand opening ceremony on September 12, 2024 which more...

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Announces Full Day by Day Lineup for 2024 (Oct. 4-6)Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Announces Full Day by Day Lineup for 2024 (Oct. 4-6)
By - posted 9/10/2024
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass has just announced its full lineup by day for 2024 – the first time the festival has announced the day-by-day lineup this early! (exact set-times will be released closer to the festival) The beloved (and completely free) San Francisco festival returns to Golden Gate Park for 2024 from October more...

SF's Presidio Getting New 1.5 Acre "Picnic Meadow" in 2025SF’s Presidio Getting New 1.5 Acre “Picnic Meadow” in 2025
By - posted 9/10/2024
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches

The Presidio is getting a brand new picnic meadow, opening in late 2025. Get ready for Outpost Meadow, a new picnic space where all people can come together, feel safe, and enjoy easy access to national park experiences. They’ll find shaded, wheelchair-accessible picnic tables, grills, bike parking, and one-of-a-kind views of more...

SF Plans 4 New "To Go Booze" Zones in Downtown & Thrive CitySF Plans 4 New “To Go Booze” Zones in Downtown & Thrive City
By - posted 9/6/2024
Bay Area Updates, Fun & Games, San Francisco

Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Matt Dorsey with the Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) introduced legislation on Tuesday, September 3 to create four new Entertainment Zones in Downtown, which could launch as early as December of this year. The new locations include Mid-Market, Maiden Lane, Mark Lane more...

BART's New Fare Gates Open at Civic Center Bart to Curb Fare EvadersBART’s New Fare Gates Open at Civic Center Bart to Curb Fare Evaders
By - posted 9/5/2024
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Transportation

BART has made the historic purchase of brand-new fare gates to be installed systemwide as part of its latest effort to improve the customer experience and overhaul safety in the system. The new fare gates bring a new look and improved experience, offering state-of-the-art technology that will boost safety by more...

"Mi Rancho" Mexican Supermarket Opens 1st SF Location“Mi Rancho” Mexican Supermarket Opens 1st SF Location
By - posted 9/3/2024
Brand New, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, What's Closed / What's Open

The family-owned Mexican grocery chain, Mi Rancho, brings its unique shopping experience to San Francisco’s Bayview community. The supermarket, which prides itself on being accessible to the Spanish-speaking community, offers residents and businesses convenient access to fresh, quality groceries and affordable meal solutions at Mi Rancho’s low prices. The grand opening more...

Dazzling New Immersive Light Festival w/ 5 Million Lights Comes to East BayDazzling New Immersive Light Festival w/ 5 Million Lights Comes to East Bay
By - posted 8/29/2024
Artsy Fartsy, East Bay, Wow

A brand new immersive, all-ages walk-through experience has opened at Stoneridge Shopping Center in Pleasanton, CA. Imaginarium is a family-friendly, immersive walk-through light festival. Boasting more than five million lights, guests will wind their way through rose gardens, explore illuminated forest mazes, enter magical mirror rooms, capture memories in eclectic photo more...