SF City Guides
SF’s Jackson Playground Gets New Basketball Court Mural
Brand New, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco San Francisco’s Jackson Playground basketball court is set to receive a temporary art makeover, celebrating the city’s love of basketball as it prepares to host the NBA All-Star Game at Chase Center in February. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department has partnered with artist Victor Solomon and the Courtside Foundation, more...
SF’s Dogpatch Park Gets Makeover for First Time in 43 Years
Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, Reopening, San Francisco San Francisco’s Esprit Park in the Dogpatch neighborhood has reopened following its first major renovation in 43 years. The $8.5 million renovation project, led by the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department in partnership with UCSF and local organizations, modernized the park while maintaining its natural atmosphere. The two-acre park now more...
60+ Free SF Guided Walking Tours Over President’s Day Weekend 2025
City Discoveries, San Francisco, Valentine's Day Got a long weekend? Take a guided walk around San Francisco and learn something new about the city you love over Valentine’s Day and President’s Day Weekend. 2025 President’s Day Weekend Walking Tours February 14-17, 2025 All Over San Francisco FREE, but donations are greatly appreciated San Francisco City Guides Schedule Friday, February 14, 2025 – 12 Tours 9:30 more...
Valentine’s Day Guide 2025
Valentine's Day Looking for something fun and festive for Valentine’s Day or maybe something quirky and different? Whether you’re swinging solo, out with friends, or with a partner, here’s our choices for our favorite free & affordable Valentine’s events for 2025. Whether you’re planning a romantic day together or a fun outing with more...
The Castro Could Become SF’s Largest Open-Air “Party” Zone
Bars, Bay Area Updates, Block Party, City Insight, Eat & Drink, San Francisco The Castro could become SF’s largest entertainment zone. San Francisco’s nightlife scene might be getting a big boost, as a new proposal could turn The Castro into the city’s largest “entertainment zone.” If approved, this designation would allow bars in the area to serve to-go cocktails during permitted street events, creating more...
Jerry Garcia Museum Coming to San Francisco?
Brand New, Museums / Cultural Institutions, San Francisco San Francisco may soon be home to a new museum dedicated to legendary Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia, celebrating his roots in the city’s Excelsior District. The project, spearheaded by the Jerry Day Committee, is still in its early planning stages, but organizers hope to bring Garcia’s lasting musical legacy more...
Free Starbucks Coffee Day 2025
Eat & Drink, Freebies Starbucks is offering free coffee for everyone on Monday, February 11, 2025. “With the Big Game on Sunday, Feb. 9, many Americans will spend the day going big – which may lead to a long Monday. Free Starbucks Day 2025 That’s why on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, your post-game day coffee is on more...
SF’s Magnificent “Peak” Magnolia Bloom is Here (2025)
Bay Area Updates, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco Thanks to San Francisco Botanical Garden for sharing the news that the first of their beautiful magnolias are blooming. One of San Francisco’s most breathtaking natural marvels, the annual bloom of more than 200 rare and historic magnolias with trees reaching 80 feet, is typically at its peak from mid-January through March at the SF Botanical Garden. Velvety more...
Viral Cookie Chain “Crumbl” Opens First SF Shop w/ Free Cookies (Feb. 7)
Brand New, Eat & Drink, San Francisco Crumbl open its first San Francisco location with a free cookie giveaway on Friday, February 7, 2025. San Francisco’s cookie lovers have reason to celebrate as Crumbl, the viral cookie chain known for its rotating menu of indulgent treats, is finally making its debut in the city. The popular bakery, which more...
SF’s “Barry Bonds Day”: Oracle Park Lights Up Orange (Feb. 5)
Bay Area Favorites, Celebrations, San Francisco In celebration of Barry Bonds, Oracle Park will be illuminated in orange lights on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Mayor Daniel Lurie today proclaimed February 5, 2025, as “Barry Bonds Day,” in honor of baseball icon and San Francisco Giants legend Barry Bonds. The once-in-a-century date, 2/5/25, will not occur again during more...
Awesome Places to Watch Super Bowl 2025 (San Francisco + Bay Area)
Super Bowl Drop those sad chips and guac and come out watch Kansas City Chiefs vs Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX with your fellow fans at some of the most fun spots in San Francisco and beyond. Funcheap is putting together a guide to the best deals, the biggest screens, the tastiest more...
Free Parking in SF’s Chinatown All February for Lunar New Year 2025
Lunar New Year, San Francisco, Transportation To help bring more people to Chinatown, San Francisco just announced that it is now offering 2 hours free parking at the Portsmouth Square Garage throughout the month of February to help celebrate Chinese New Year. In celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year and the year of the snake, the more...
SF’s California Historical Society Closes After 154 Years
Goodbye, Museums / Cultural Institutions San Francisco’s California Historical Society (CHS), a cornerstone of the state’s historical preservation since 1871, has permanently closed due to long-standing financial difficulties. Its extensive collection, which includes books, journals, photographs, maps, and archival documents, will now be under the stewardship of Stanford University Libraries (SUL). The CHS Board of Trustees more...
Lunar New Year 2025: A Bay Area Guide
Fairs & Festivals, Lunar New Year This is how the Bay Area celebrates Lunar New Year. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with fairs, festivals, parades, and celebrations, leading up the crème de la crème, the massive San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade on Saturday, February 15, 2025. Named one of the world’s top ten parades, the Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco more...
SF Union Square’s Makeover: Ping Pong, Pop-A-Shot & Juggling
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, Fun & Games, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco Union Square is getting a much-needed glow-up. Recently, Union Square has more pigeons than people, but now the iconic San Francisco destination is set to buzz with energy thanks to a packed lineup of free events and activities. From live music and chess tournaments to dance workouts and juggling lessons, more...
