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The Biggest Supermoon of 2019The Biggest Supermoon of 2019
By - posted 2/18/2019
Geeks

Thanks to an optical illusion in the sky, the moon will appear bigger and brighter than normal in the San Francisco Bay Area in the night, during what astronomers call a “supermoon.” Because the sun is about 50,000 miles closer to the earth than at its furthest point – and it’s more...

Check Out SF's Brand New Trail in Golden Gate ParkCheck Out SF’s Brand New Trail in Golden Gate Park
By - posted 2/18/2019
City Insight

The newest section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail has just been renovated and winds its way through the beautiful ancient Oak Woodlands in the North-East corner of Golden Gate Park. Join in Friday, February 22, 2019 beginning at 10 a.m. for opening celebration and dedication for the Phil Arnold Trail (formerly the more...

Tulipmania: 39,000 Flowers in SFTulipmania: 39,000 Flowers in SF
By - posted 2/16/2019
City Insight

Experience botanical bliss as Pier 39 comes alive with the vibrant colors of more than 39,000 blooming tulips and seasonal garden favorites during the annual Tulipmania flower festival. Tulipmania 2019 February 9-18, 2019 – Daily guided tours at 10 am Pier 39, San Francisco FREE Enjoy the flowers’ beauty and learn helpful gardening tips by taking free more...

SF's Gorgeous Annual Magnolia BloomSF’s Gorgeous Annual Magnolia Bloom
By - posted 2/16/2019
City Insight

One of San Francisco’s most breathtaking natural marvels, the annual bloom of nearly 100 rare and historic magnolias with trees reaching 80 feet, is typically at its peak from mid-January through March at the SF Botanical Garden. 2019 Update: First Blooms are Here! Peak in Early Feb – As of February 7, more and more more...

F*ck The Rain: SF's Pop-Up Comedy WeekendF*ck The Rain: SF’s Pop-Up Comedy Weekend
By - posted 2/14/2019
Get Out: Events

HellaFunny and Funcheap are taking over the Neck of the Woods and turning it into a secret pop-up comedy club for one weekend. Come enjoy some big laughs with some of SF’s best comedians. Comedians from this show have been seen on NBC, ABC, Viceland, MTV, Netflix, Cobb’s, SF Sketchfest, Clusterfest more...

SF's Valentine's Day Goat PartySF’s Valentine’s Day Goat Party
By - posted 2/14/2019
Valentine's Day

Hang out with cuddly, little goats.  Join for a special Valentine’s Day neighborhood happy hour truly like no other. The East Cut Community Benefit District together with City Grazing and Adam Swig Events (our neighbor) are proud to present the 2nd-ever Free Valentine’s Day goat extravaganza. Help transform a vacant retail space into more...

Wiz Khalifa's Free Oakland PartyWiz Khalifa’s Free Oakland Party
By - posted 2/10/2019
Get Out: Events

Complex Oakland presents Taylor Gang Takeover hosted by Wiz Khalifa + Special Guest on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, with support from DJ Truth | DJ J12 | DJ Gio and more. Doors open at 10 pm. Taylor Gang Takeover with Wiz Khalifa Tuesday, February 12, 2019 | 10pm Complex Oakland, 420 14th St., more...

SF's Giants FanFest 2019SF’s Giants FanFest 2019
By - posted 2/9/2019
Fun & Games

KNBR’s 26th Giants FanFest takes place at Oracle Park (formerly AT&T Park), Saturday, February 9, 2019. The day typically includes live KNBR broadcasts on the field, player Q&As, free player autographs, places to take photos, walk or play catch on the field (weather permitting), self-guided tours, a kids zone and more. Expect a chance more...

HellaRnB Dance Party (Beyoncé, Rihanna, TLC, Prince & More)HellaRnB Dance Party (Beyoncé, Rihanna, TLC, Prince & More)
By - posted 2/8/2019
Get Out: Events

Come to an amazing downtown art bar, Bar Fluxus to enjoy some classic RnB tunes with DJ BeatsMe. Hear some classic throwbacks from Ginuwine, R Kelly, TLC, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Prince, Usher, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Frank Ocean, Brandy, Missy and Aaliyah and more. HellaRnB Night (Beyoncé, Rihanna, TLC, Prince & More) Friday, February more...

Get $10 Tickets to Hamilton at SHNGet $10 Tickets to Hamilton at SHN
By - posted 2/6/2019
Deals

The most popular Broadway musical in, like, forever, is at SHN’s Orpheum Theater and offering a lottery for $10 orchestra tickets for every show of its San Francisco run, February 12 – September 8, 2019. There are 44 orchestra tickets for each Hamilton performance being offered for the lottery. You might more...

This Fake SF Fyre Festival Event Post Just Killed UsThis Fake SF Fyre Festival Event Post Just Killed Us
By - posted 2/6/2019
Only in San Francisco

We recently watched the Fyre Festival documentary on Netflix and then this came into our feed – a killer parody “Fyre Festival” for San Francisco complete with a terribly (awesome) photoshopped image of those infamous tents creeping all over Alcatraz. “Party on the Island once home to Al Capone. Luxury one bed condos more...

2019 Chinese New Year Flower Fair2019 Chinese New Year Flower Fair
By - posted 1/31/2019
Fairs & Festivals

Each year, the Chinese New Year Flower Fair takes place the weekend before the Lunar New Year holiday, so that families can enjoy the festive atmosphere and purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and brand new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year. Delight in performances of traditional Chinese magicians, more...

SF's 2019 Non-Profit + Volunteer FairSF’s 2019 Non-Profit + Volunteer Fair
By - posted 1/28/2019
City Insight

The Tenderloin Museum is pleased to announce its 4th annual Volunteer Fair. This gathering is intended for first-time volunteers and seasoned civil servants to meet and connect with representatives from several of the Tenderloin’s vital service nonprofits. The Volunteer Fair Tuesday, January 29 2019 | 6:30 to 9p Tenderloin Museum, 398 Eddy St, more...

Final Days of SF Restaurant WeekFinal Days of SF Restaurant Week
By - posted 1/27/2019
Eat & Drink

SF Restaurant Week is a 9-day celebration of our world-class dining community when frugal foodies get to eat their way through nearly 130 restaurants around San Francisco. Participating restaurants will offer special prix-fixe menus to showcase their passion for sharing great food with diners. Eat at four or more participating restaurants more...

Free Museum of Ice Cream Tix for Federal EmployeesFree Museum of Ice Cream Tix for Federal Employees
By - posted 1/27/2019
Freebies

Museum of Ice Cream is here to support all those affected by the Government shutdown by providing free tickets to the Museum of Ice Cream in San Francisco. Event Update – Since the Government Shutdown temporarily ended, this offer will end on Sunday, January 27th – as of 9:30am on Sunday more...