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“Downtown Hoedown” SF’s Brand New Country/Western Block Party (2025)

Every first Thursday of the month through October 2nd.

EVENT UPDATE: There are no upcoming events known for this event series - please check the organizer website for any updates.

Every First Thursday from 4-9pm, giddyup and get down(town) to Front St. for line dancing, live bluegrass and country music, a mechanical bull, great bars and more! It’s city-scene meets country-scene a the Downtown Hoedown. FREE + ALL AGES. Part of DFT.

Dust off your boots — a brand-new monthly street party is launching in downtown San Francisco for 2025

From May to October, Downtown Hoedown will take over Front Street on the first Thursday of each month through October. It’s part of the expanding Downtown First Thursdays (DFT) series, and it’s free and open to all ages.

Expect a full evening of country-western fun, including:

  • A mechanical bull
  • Line dancing lessons for all skill levels
  • Live bluegrass and country music
  • A giant disco bison art installation
  • Country-themed surprises and activities

The Downtown Hoedown will run alongside the already-popular DFT: Downtown First Thursdays Party, offering even more ways to enjoy music, food, drinks, and outdoor festivities in the heart of the city’s newly designated Entertainment Zone.

The event kicks off at 4pm and continues until 9pm. Organizers encourage attendees to come dressed in their best Western gear — think cowboy hats, boots, denim, fringe, and sparkle. RSVP for Hoedown

On opening night, the Lower Haight Line Dancing group will lead the dance floor, with live performances from Jose Canchola and Sofia Claire bringing a mix of country roots and rock. WILD WEST, fresh off a Hunky Jesus Pageant win, will emcee the festivities.

Downtown Hoedown Details:
📅 First Thursdays, May 1 – October 2, 2025
🕔 4pm-9pm
📍 2nd St. (between Market and Howard) and Front St. (between California and Sacramento)
🎟️ Free with RSVP
🚆 Steps away from Embarcadero BART

DFT IS ON RAIN OR SHINE!

RSVP gets you acces to:

  • $3 off featured Specialty Cocktails at all outdoor bars on Front St.

Downtown Hoedown is produced by Into The Streets and the Civic Joy Fund, in partnership with Downtown SF Partnership, Harrington’s Bar and Grill, Schroeder’s, and Royal Exchange.

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Free / RSVP


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