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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

SF's Final "Hot Toddy Nights" of 2025: Happy Hour + Winter Comedy (2025)
SF’s Final “Hot Toddy Nights” of 2025: Happy Hour + Winter Comedy (2025)
Tuesday, December 23 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
 | The Function

Join us for Hot Toddy Nights: Sip, Laugh, and Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a special 4-night comedy event and winter cocktails Winter Solstice Celebration: Hot Toddy Nights This December, escape the winter more...

7:00 pmSF’s “Laugh GPT” AI-Powered Comedy Night at The Function (7p + 8:30p)   FREE*
*RSVP Required.
7:00 pmOakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
7:30 pm$1 Margaritas & “Disco Taco Tuesday” at Underdogs (SoMa)   FREE*
*No admission charge
10:00 amUnion Square’s Festive “Winter Walk” 2025 (Dec. 13-24)   FREE
5:00 pm420 Session Under the Stars (Richmond)   FREE
7:00 pmChristmas Puzzle Night: The First Annual Mess (SF)   FREE*
*FREE
7:30 pmOakland Stand Up: Rockridge Comedy Showcase   FREE*
*Free. Suggested cash donation at the show.
7:30 pmOakland Stand Up: Rockridge Comedy Showcase   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Suggested cash donation for our performers.
8:30 pm$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose   $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, December 24 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No admission charge. Wings are $1 each.
 | Underdogs Cantina

Join us for Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina with $1 Wings from 4:30pm – Close! $1 Wing Wednesdays Every Wednesday | 4:30pm to Close Underdogs Cantina, 128 King St. (Across from ballpark), SF FREE (No more...

5:00 pmPIER 39’s Dazzling 60′ Tree Xmas Eve Lighting Show   FREE
7:00 pm“Hook-Up Horror Stories” Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
5:30 amFree Peet’s Coffee Day (Christmas Eve 2025)   FREE*
*One free complimentary brewed coffee or tea per person. Donations are encouraged. Participating Peet's only
9:00 amJapanese Tea Garden’s Free Xmas Eve Admission (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Free from 9-10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; otherwise non-resident admission is $12 - $16 depending on the season. San Francisco residents are always free with valid ID
10:00 am2025 Xmas Eve “IlluminOdyssey” Interactive Light Experience   $27.95*
*$27.95 Adults; $23.95 Children, Students & Seniors
All Day20th Anniv. of SF’s 12 ft. Tall “Sugar Castle” at The Westin St. Francis   FREE
10:00 amUnion Square’s Xmas Eve “Winter Walk” 2025 (Final Day)   FREE
11:00 amSan Jose’s Xmas Eve “Skate Under the Palms” Ice Skating   $21*
*$21 includes skate rentals
11:00 amSF’s Festive Larger-Than-Life Ornament Trail 2025 (Final Day)   FREE
12:00 pmChristmas Eve at San Jose’s “Christmas in the Park”   FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
12:00 pmAngel’s Envy Experience: Tasting & Personalized Bottle Engraving   FREE
12:00 pm2025 Macy’s Holiday Windows: SF’s Cutest Puppies & Kittens | Nov. 21 – Dec. 31   FREE
5:00 pmSF’s 2025 Macy’s Union Square Great Christmas Tree Dazzles   FREE
5:00 pmSF’s Epic “Photosynthesis” Light Show | Conservatory of Flowers   FREE*
*Free to watch from outside the building.
5:30 pmSF City Hall’s Brand New Animated Light Show (Christmas Eve)   FREE
6:00 pm“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)   FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
7:00 pmBlack Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)   FREE
All DaySF’s Holiday Ice Skating Session at Union Square (Christmas Eve)   $22
8:30 pmJewish Comedy on Xmas in a Chinese Restaurant (Dec. 24-26)   $76*
*$30 virtual / $70-100 in-person


Thursday, December 25, 2025

PIER 39's Dazzling 60' Tree Christmas Lighting Show
PIER 39’s Dazzling 60′ Tree Christmas Lighting Show
Thursday, December 25 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Pier 39

The Holidays are HapPIER at PIER 39! Get into the spirit of the Season at PIER 39 while shopping, dining and strolling The PIER. An awe-inspiring Christmas tree has welcomed millions of more...

7:00 pmHecklers Welcome: SF’s First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
All DayFree Parking Meters + Christmas 2025 Parking Rules in SF (How Not to Get a Ticket)   FREE*
*Park at your own risk of course: If you're not sure or want more clarification, contact SF parking enforcement
7:30 amFree Admission Day for Christmas at San Francisco Botanical Garden (2025)   FREE*
*Free on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and daily from 7:30-9 am
All DaySF’s 20th Anniv. of 12 ft. Tall “Sugar Castle” at The Westin St. Francis   FREE
11:00 amChristmas Day Brunch at Meritage Resort and Spa   $135*
*$135 for ages 14+, $50 for ages 4-13, Free for ages 3 & under
12:00 pmChristmas Day at San Jose’s “Christmas in the Park”   FREE*
*Free, but donations are accepted
1:00 pmSan Jose’s Christmas “Skate Under the Palms” Ice Skating   $21*
*$21 includes skate rentals
2:00 pmSF’s Xmas Day “Queersada” Free Queer Holiday Gathering (The Castro)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
3:00 pm2025 Christmas Concert & Free Vegetarian Dinner (San Leandro)   FREE
4:00 pmThe Willows’ “Beer Xmas” Beer, Shots + Egg Nog (SF)   FREE*
*Pay for what you drink
5:00 pmSF’s 2025 Macy’s Union Square Great Christmas Tree Dazzles   FREE
5:00 pmChristmas at “Lightscape”: Immersive Holiday Light Trail in Golden Gate Park   $32*
*Adult tix start at $32
5:00 pmSF’s Epic “Photosynthesis” Light Show | Conservatory of Flowers   FREE*
*Free to watch from outside the building.
5:30 pmSF City Hall’s Brand New Animated Light Show on Christmas   FREE
7:00 pmSF’s Holiday Ice Skating Session at Union Square (Christmas Day)   $22
8:00 pmCoit Comedy: Stand Up Comedy & Free Golden Boy Pizza | SF   $5*
*Use "Funcheap" to get a 50% discount ticket with 1 drink minimum requirement. Otherwise it's $10.
8:30 pmJewish Comedy on Xmas in a Chinese Restaurant (Dec. 24-26)   $76*
*$30 virtual / $70-100 in-person
9:00 pm26th Annual “Black XMass” Unholy Christmas/Solstice Variety Show (SF)   $13.*
*Pay at door. Admission includes free snacks and giveaways
9:00 pmEvery Thursday: “Inner Circle” Dance Party at White Rabbit (SF)   FREE*
*Inner Circle is always Free with RSVP
9:00 pm16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)   FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!

Friday, December 26, 2025

SF's Alcatraz Night Tour: Alcatraz Island + World-Renowned Cellhouse
SF’s Alcatraz Night Tour: Alcatraz Island + World-Renowned Cellhouse
Friday, December 26 – 8:40 am - Ends at 3:50 pm | Cost: $47.95 | Alcatraz Landing

Enter to win a pair of tickets to the epic Alcatraz Night Tour – with tickets good for up to 1 year! The Alcatraz Night Tour is a unique program limited to just a more...

3:00 pm$5 Off Tix: Timeless Musical “Into the Woods” Live in SF (Nov. 20-Jan. 17)   $47*
*Normally $52. $5 off Tickets w/ secret code FUNCHEAP; fees included
7:00 pmLaugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)   FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pmSan Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)   FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pmFree “Rush Hour Comedy Night” Friday Night (San Francisco)   FREE*
*RSVP Required
7:00 pmFREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (7p + 9p Shows)   FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
7:00 pmStand-Up Comedian Mike E. Winfield Live at SF Punch Line (Dec. 26–27)   $32.05*
*Tickets starts at $32.05  General Admission – 18+ 2 drink min valid ID
7:00 pmSF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)   FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
8:00 pm“The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
9:00 amJapanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Free from 9-10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; otherwise non-resident admission is $12 - $16 depending on the season. San Francisco residents are always free with valid ID
11:00 am“Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)   FREE*
*Every Friday pay anywhere from $0 up to $10. When a customer pays the full price of $10, TATO will give a free meal to someone in need in The City. Please note promotion might end at any time
12:00 pmFree Holiday Ice Skating at SF’s Thrive City for 2025 (Dec. 26-30)   FREE*
*Free, but RSVP for priority Entry - Complimentary rentals (child size one through adult size 12) will be available for a $5 suggested donation to the Golden State Community Foundation in support of education and youth development to promote thriving students, schools and communities.
5:00 pm$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)   FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pm“Lightscape”: Immersive Holiday Light Trail in Golden Gate Park   $32*
*Adult tix start at $32
6:00 pmSan Francisco Critical Mass (Last Friday of the Month)   FREE
7:00 pmStand-Up at The Garden (Belmont)   FREE*
*Free Show
7:00 pmDirections In Stereo: Music of 2025   FREE

Saturday, December 27, 2025

SF's Alcatraz Day Tour: Alcatraz Island + World-Renowned Cellhouse
SF’s Alcatraz Day Tour: Alcatraz Island + World-Renowned Cellhouse
Saturday, December 27 – 8:40 am - Ends at 3:50 pm | Cost: $47.95 | Alcatraz Landing

Enter to win a pair of tickets to the popular Alcatraz Day Tour! Walk in the footsteps of notorious inmates and step inside the world-renowned Cellhouse on Alcatraz Island. The Alcatraz Day Tour by Alcatraz more...

10:00 amSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
7:00 pmLaugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)   FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pmSan Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)   FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pm“Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)   FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $25 door tickets also available
7:00 pmFREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)   FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
7:00 pmStand-Up Comedian Mike E. Winfield Live at SF Punch Line (Dec. 26–27)   $32.05*
*Tickets starts at $32.05  General Admission – 18+ 2 drink min valid ID
8:00 pm“Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required, but pre-rolls start at just $7
9:00 pmFree Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
9:00 pm“Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)   FREE*
*RSVP Required
10:00 pmSF’s Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
9:30 amFree de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)   FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
9:30 amFree “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)   FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
10:00 amSausalito Art and Harbor Days (2025)   FREE
11:00 amMatcha Brunch Disco   $15.18
12:00 pmFree Holiday Ice Skating at SF’s Thrive City for 2025 (Dec. 26-30)   FREE*
*Free, but RSVP for priority Entry - Complimentary rentals (child size one through adult size 12) will be available for a $5 suggested donation to the Golden State Community Foundation in support of education and youth development to promote thriving students, schools and communities.
1:00 pmNew Year’s Reset: Feel Better After the Holidays (Sacramento)   FREE
2:00 pmNew Year’s Street Magic Live (Church of Clown)   $20*
*sliding Scale
6:30 pmFree Jazz Night w/ Trumpeter Robert Gastelum (Berkeley)   FREE*
*Free music - pay for food and drinks
7:00 pmFree Comedy Night in Belmont (Alpha Acid Brewing Co)   FREE*
*Free Show
7:00 pmSaturday Karaoke Night w/ Waterfront Views at Brooklyn Basin (Oakland)   FREE*
*ALL AGES - FREE

Sunday, December 28, 2025

21+ Medicinal Cocktails Lecture + Champagne Toast at Museum of the Eye (SF)
21+ Medicinal Cocktails Lecture + Champagne Toast at Museum of the Eye (SF)
Sunday, December 28 – 2:00 pm | Cost: $41.45*
*41.45 fees included and a glass of Champagne
 | Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye

Celebratory Bubbles, Not Eye Troubles. A New Year’s Celebration at the Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye! Join local cocktail and spirits writer, educator, and author of Doctors and Distillers: The Remarkable Medicinal more...

6:00 pmFREE: Oakland “HellaSecret” Comedy Show (Sunday)   FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
7:00 pmSunday “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at SF’s Black-Owned Comedy Club (The Function)   FREE*
*Exclusive free tickets with Eventbrite RSVP. Otherwise $20-25 at door. Please note like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum per person
10:00 am“Manny’s Neighborhood Trash Cleanup” w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)   FREE*
*Sign up on this TogetherSF Mobilize page: https://www.mobilize.us/togethersf/event/444979/
10:00 amSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
10:30 am40th Annual Japanese New Year Bell-Ringing Ceremony at Asian Art Museum (2025)   *
*$20 museum admission; bell-ringing is free but requires an additional free numbered ticket available on site.
11:00 amChildren’s Winter Printing Press (Morgan Hill)   $15
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
12:00 pmSF’s “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)   FREE
12:00 pmFree Holiday Ice Skating at SF’s Thrive City for 2025 (Dec. 26-30)   FREE*
*Free, but RSVP for priority Entry - Complimentary rentals (child size one through adult size 12) will be available for a $5 suggested donation to the Golden State Community Foundation in support of education and youth development to promote thriving students, schools and communities.
12:30 pm“Soul Glaze Sundays” DJ Party at a Donut Shop (SF)   FREE