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Massive 4.1 Mile Laser Rainbow Flag Returns to SFMassive 4.1 Mile Laser Rainbow Flag Returns to SF
By - posted 6/11/2024
LGBTQ+, Only in San Francisco, Pride

 The world’s largest rainbow pride flag made up of massive laser space cannons will again flood San Francisco’s Market Street on Friday, June 28, 2024 and will continue for three nights, ending Sunday. Called WELCOME (#WelcomeSF), the 4.1-mile installation by arts nonprofit Illuminate debuted in 2022 to great fanfare, setting off celebrations up and more...

SF Bay Area's Juneteenth Celebrations 2024SF Bay Area’s Juneteenth Celebrations 2024
By - posted 6/10/2024
Causes, Celebrations, Get Out: Events

San Francisco and the Bay Area honor Juneteenth with giant celebrations, free carnival rides, a town-wide Cookout, a Juneteenth parade, free admission to the National Parks and more. 2024 Juneteenth Celebrations SF’s Mr and Miss Juneteenth Pageant –  May 31, 2024 Gumbo Social’s Bayview Block Party – June 1, 2024 SF’s Grillin’ in the more...

San Francisco Pride Guide 2024San Francisco Pride Guide 2024
By - posted 6/10/2024
Celebrations, LGBTQ+, Only in San Francisco, Pride

The San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade is one of the largest LGBT gatherings in the nation. The two-day celebration is free and open to all. The Parade takes place on the last Sunday of June annually. The 2024 theme is Beacon of Love. Pride Celebration and Rally June 29-30, 2024 more...

Team Behind NYC's Highline Might Redesign SF's Powell StreetTeam Behind NYC’s Highline Might Redesign SF’s Powell Street
By - posted 6/10/2024
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco

In the summer of 2023, Mayor London Breed and Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin announced $4 million in funding for the Powell Street Improvement Project​. The City asked the Union Square Alliance to lead the initial design phases of the project. The Alliance has been working since early this year more...

June Street Fairs & Festivals (2024)June Street Fairs & Festivals (2024)
By - posted 6/10/2024
Fairs & Festivals, Festival Updates, Get Out: Events

Here’s a round-up of fun and fabulous June festivals, street fairs, and events including San Francisco Pride, the 70th annual North Beach Festival, the 2024 season opening of San Francisco’s Sunday Streets and more you can look forward to this June 2024. >  We’ll be updating this guide with more June more...

SF's Brand New Free Grocery Store Opens in BayviewSF’s Brand New Free Grocery Store Opens in Bayview
By - posted 6/5/2024
Brand New, Getting Help, Groceries / Supermarkets, San Francisco

Today, Mayor London N. Breed, the San Francisco Human Services Agency (SFHSA), and Bayview Hunters Point Multipurpose Senior Services celebrated the grand opening of the District 10 Community Market in Bayview-Hunters Point. The Market officially opens its doors to serve the community on Wednesday, June 5. The District 10 Community Market., located more...

Oakland Airport Unveils Adorable "Canine Comfort" DaysOakland Airport Unveils Adorable “Canine Comfort” Days
By - posted 6/5/2024
Adorable, Brand New, Oakland, Travel

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) is launching a new pet therapy program for passengers in partnership with Valley Humane Society’s Canine Comfort Pet-Assisted Therapy team. The weekly program, “Canine Comfort at OAK,” will begin on Monday, June 3, 2024. The program is similar to SFO’s Wag Brigade which more...

SF's Iconic Anchor Brewing is Coming BackSF’s Iconic Anchor Brewing is Coming Back
By - posted 6/4/2024
Bay Area Favorites, Eat & Drink, Reopening, San Francisco

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing the news that San Francisco’s iconic Anchor Brewing is making a return. Shepherd Futures, the family office of Chobani CEO and founder, Hamdi Ulukaya, today announced its acquisition of the assets of Anchor Brewing Company (Anchor), America’s first craft brewery, for an undisclosed amount. The more...

SF's Central Freeway Might Be Torn DownSF’s Central Freeway Might Be Torn Down
By - posted 5/31/2024
Bay Area Updates, Housing, New Parks, San Francisco, Transportation

San Francisco’s Central Freeway (the stub of 101 that runs from the 280 to Octavia over Division Street) might get torn down and replaced with a park. Vision Blvd is a grassroots San Francisco campaign, calling for the complete removal of the Central Freeway and replace it with abundant new housing, more...

Nintendo to Open Official Store in SF in 2025Nintendo to Open Official Store in SF in 2025
By - posted 5/30/2024
Brand New, Fun & Games, San Francisco

Nintendo of America today announced plans to open an official store in San Francisco’s iconic Union Square, providing a way for a wide range of visitors from near and far to experience the world of Nintendo, its products, and characters. The store, called Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO, will open in 2025 as more...

West Oakland Getting Brand New Summer Night MarketWest Oakland Getting Brand New Summer Night Market
By - posted 5/27/2024
Brand New, Night Market, Oakland

A brand new night market is coming to West Oakland. The Prescott Night Market is a gathering place that comes alive once a month on Thursday nights from June to October between 4 pm and 8 pm. It unites residents, food makers, artisans, entrepreneurs, and local businesses in celebration of our rich more...

Brand New Huge 75,000 Sqft Korean Food Hall Coming to Daly CityBrand New Huge 75,000 Sqft Korean Food Hall Coming to Daly City
By - posted 5/27/2024
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Eat & Drink, Groceries / Supermarkets

A Korean supermarket and bakery, Jagalchi, will open in Daly City’s Serramonte Center, taking over the former JCPenny space. Innovation meets culinary excellence at Jagalchi, a specialty food concept joining Regency’s Serramonte Center in Daly City. The brand-new addition, which will offer authentic, high-quality Korean ingredients and cuisine, plus “reasonably-priced” Korean dining more...

50+ Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend 2024 (San Francisco + Bay Area)50+ Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend 2024 (San Francisco + Bay Area)
By - posted 5/24/2024
Get Out: Events

Memorial Day weekend is here, and the vibrant city of San Francisco is ready to celebrate for a few days, and then honor its fallen on Monday. From enriching cultural experiences to energizing community gatherings, the city and the Bay Area is brimming with events that won’t cost you a more...

West Oakland Getting New 12,000 sqft Food Hall + TaproomWest Oakland Getting New 12,000 sqft Food Hall + Taproom
By - posted 5/24/2024
Brand New, East Bay, Eat & Drink, Oakland

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing that a brand new food hall is coming to West Oakland in Fall 2024. The 12,000 sqft Prescott Market will be located at 1620 18th Street, next to Raimondi Park, which is home to Oakland’s new baseball team, Oakland Ballers. The food hall will have 8 more...

SF's Open-Air "Boat Tram" is Back this SummerSF’s Open-Air “Boat Tram” is Back this Summer
By - posted 5/24/2024
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, Transportation

San Francisco’s iconic boat tram is coming back this summer. Look out for Muni’s most popular streetcar, 1934 Blackpool, England Boat Tram 233. They’re testing the historic open-air boat tram currently and plan to run it all summer. The opening date for service has not yet been announced. “Jolly Roger” will run as more...