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2017 Oakland VegFest
By - posted 5/19/2017
Celebrations

Mark your calendars for the third annual Oakland VegFest. Over 2,500 people came to this free festival last year to enjoy world-class speakers, local merchants, and best of all… lots of free food samples. Oakland VegFest 2017 Saturday, May 20, 2017 | 11a – 5p Lake Merritt Amphitheater, Oakland FREE Speaker Schedule: Noon: Jackie Day, award-winning change maker more...

Lake Merritt Free Boat Rental Day
By - posted 5/19/2017
Celebrations

The Lake Merritt Boating Center is celebrating National Safe Boating Week with free boat rentals and an open house. If past years are any indication, you can get ½ hour of free time floating around picturesque Lake Merritt. Lake Merritt Boating Center National Safe Boating Week Open House Saturday, May 20, 2017 – Free boat rentals 11 am to more...

2017 Common Grounds Arts Festival
By - posted 5/18/2017
Artsy Fartsy

Intersection for the Arts​ is proud to announce its upcoming festival “Common Grounds​” presenting over two full weeks of free arts and culture events for people of all ages and walks of life. Common Grounds will take place from May 20 to June 6, 2017 in and around the full city more...

The Great San Francisco Sidewalk Sale
By - posted 5/18/2017
Fairs & Festivals

Small businesses will offer a variety of sales, tastes and entertainment. Find your must-haves and more on sidewalks throughout San Francisco. In 2017, there are 13 neighborhoods participating on  May 20, 2017. The Great San Francisco Sidewalk Sale Saturday, May 20, 2017 All over San Francisco Free to Attend, bring cash for purchases. Sidewalk Sales Haight St Valencia Balboa Union St West more...

2017 “Presidio Twilight” Campfire Party
By - posted 5/17/2017
Fairs & Festivals

Cozy up with Off the Grid at “Presidio Twilight” – a free weekly evening event on the Main Post Lawn from 5-9 pm every Thursday from mid-May to October.

Harvey Milk Day
By - posted 5/16/2017
Only in San Francisco

The GLBT History Museum in San Francisco will celebrate Harvey Milk Day by offering free admission on May 22, Milk’s birthday, and official statewide “day of special significance.” Free Admission | Harvey Milk Day 2017 Monday, May 22, 2017 | 11 am to 6 pm GLBT History Museum, 4127 18th St, San Francisco FREE In honor of Harvey Milk Day, which is Monday, May more...

Free 7D Thrill Ride Days
By - posted 5/16/2017
Fun & Games

Blast at Werewolves, Zombies & Road Fighters as you hurtle through the 7D Experience. You’ll be among the first to experience 7D’s brand new thrill ride, Werewolves – it’s a super intense mix of action and scares. 7D Experience welcomes back all members of the Funcheap audience to celebrate their newest more...

The Stinky Cheese Club
By - posted 5/16/2017
Eat & Drink

Mmm… tasty, smelly, stinky cheese. Bender’s hosts their monthly meeting of The Stinky Cheese Club. Bring in some cheese, crackers, fruit, veggies, etc…  (make it something impressive, not just the cheapest thing you got at Safeway) and get a free ice cold can of PBR or a well drink (between more...

SF Main Library $1 Book Sale
By - posted 5/16/2017
Deals

Starting this April, the San Francisco Public Library host weekly Wednesday Steps Sales, located at the Larkin Street entrance to the Main Library. All books and media are just $1 or less each and all proceeds from Steps Sales benefit the San Francisco Public Library. Please be aware that Steps Sales are more...

Classical Underground: Late Night Live Classical Music
By - posted 5/15/2017
Get Out: Events

Every Wednesday night at Monroe, come experience live classical music in an unconventional space. The program changes weekly, and will always highlight live chamber music. Hear and experience the sounds of exciting arrangements without the pretense of a concert hall. Sip on cocktails, or enjoy a cold beer while classical arrangements are played more...

SFJAZZ Free Concert Night
By - posted 5/14/2017
Get Out: Events

Join Adam Theis and the Monday Night Band for an exciting night of big band music featuring fresh arrangements developed throughout the 12-week education program from Bay Area musicians and the band members themselves. Bring your friends and family for an amazing evening of great jazz and original music. Don’t miss more...

76th Annual Mother’s Day Rose Show
By - posted 5/14/2017
Celebrations

The San Francisco Rose Society continues its tradition with the annual Mother’s Day Rose Show at Golden Gate Park’s Hall of Flowers with a rose showcase in the exhibition hall. Exhibitors show their judged and award-winning garden roses. It’s a wonderful opportunity to view the many types of roses, from hybrid teas, more...

Fenton’s Free Ice Cream on Mother’s Day
By - posted 5/13/2017
Eat & Drink

Fenton’s Creamery celebrates Mom! Bring Mom to Fenton’s Creamery on Mother’s Day and they will treat her to a free petite sundae on May 14, 2017. Or, Mom, if you come in solo, just let them know who you are and they will be happy to serve and celebrate with you. Fenton’s more...

Slumber Party & 24-Hour Game Night at Google
By - posted 5/12/2017
Fun & Games

24 Hours. Hundreds of participants. Games. Prizes. Activities. Playcrafting is partnering with The Bay Area Extra Life Guild to present an unforgettable live-streamed Game Fest fundraiser. They’ll be taking over The Google Launchpad for 24 hours consisting of everything from game tournaments to contests and giveaways. Stop by The Launchpad anytime during more...

Mother’s Day 19 Free Guided Walking Tours
By - posted 5/12/2017
City Discoveries

Skip the spendy (and crowded) brunch, and spend some quality time together with mom learning something new about the city you love. Mother’s Day Guided Walking Tours Sunday, May 14, 2017 All over San Francisco FREE, but donations are welcome. San Francisco City Guides will be offering 19 free guided walking tours on Mother’s Day. 9:00 am – Tenderloin more...