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Sunday, May 31, 2026

"HellaSecret" Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
Sunday, May 31 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
 | Mesa Maguey

Secret pop-up comedy show at a new bar in Temescal in Oakland Get ready for the return of our “HellaSecret” comedy show in Oakland. A new series of pop-up live comedy shows at more...

7:00 pmFREE: “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” Sunday at The Function (SF)   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
7:00 amLast Call for Bay Beats Submissions (SF)   FREE*
*Free
8:00 am“Found in the Fog” SF Antique & Collectibles Market   $10*
*Tickets are from 10-20 depending on entry time. If you would like to pre purchase an all access ticket in advance you can do so for $15
9:30 amIrish Hurling & Gaelic Football Finals in San Francisco (Treasure Island)   $10*
*Cash Only
10:00 amFree Cultural Festival in Chinatown + Street Fair (SF)   FREE*
*Please RSVP to get your FREE tickets to this event on eventbrite.
10:00 amFree Admission Day: We Are Bruce Lee Exhibit   FREE
10:00 am5th Annual Clayton Pride Parade and Festival (2026)   FREE*
*No Tickets needed
11:00 am2026 Bay Area Book Festival + “Bookworm” Block Party (Downtown Berkeley)   FREE*
*Most events are free, but a few are ticketed
11:00 am“Patchwork” Redwood City Craft Fair (Courthouse Square)   FREE*
*Free for all ages
11:00 am2026 San Francisco Queer Art & Music Festival (May 31 – June 7)   FREE*
*RSVP Required
11:00 amFree Art Chalk Party on Hippie Hill (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*FREE!
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
12:00 pm“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)   FREE*
*All outdoor items are free; one free indoor item per person per day, additional items for donation. Some plants and select treasures for sale.
1:00 pmFree Humphry Slocombe Pride Ice Cream Party (SF)   FREE*
*RSVP required.
1:00 pmFree Block Party: Bloom Shaboom w/ Live Music (SF)   FREE*
*Register for FREE online
1:00 pm4th Annual “Gamelan in the Garden” at San Francisco Botanical Garden   FREE*
*Performances from 1PM to 2:30 are free with park admission. Park admission is free for San Francisco residents. Non-SF residents must pay regular admission fee
1:00 pmMango Party in the Park: Free Mangoes & DJs (GG Park)   FREE
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Band’s Free Symphony in the Park: Songs and Dances   FREE*
*Free, but donations are welcome.
1:00 pmTiburon Pride Picnic 2026   FREE*
*No cost!
1:00 pmMountain View Dance Festival   FREE*
*This event is FREE and open to the public--no ticket required. Seating is limited--entry to the event will be on a first come, first served basis.
1:00 pmStep Into Austen’s World: Regency Ball + Show (Berkeley)   $20*
*$20 (showcase only) $30 (social dancing only) $40 (full event)
1:30 pmAlice & the Wave Band Pop Music Concert (SF)   FREE*
*No RSVP
1:30 pm2026 Vets in Vans’ Pet Wellness Fair (Berkeley)   FREE*
*Free entry. There will be local makers selling pet and non-pet-related items within the fair, and opportunities to donate to local nonprofits
2:00 pm“Snow White and Friends” Dance Show (SF)   $30*
*Free for kids ages 0-5! $20 for kids 6-18 and seniors
2:00 pmAuthor Talk: George Takei, They Called Us Enemy (SF)   FREE*
*Free
2:00 pmAncient World Plants: Ethnobotany Workshop (SF)   $40*
*Tickets cost $40, and may be purchased online or in person.
2:00 pmFree Author Talk: Luke Goebel’s ‘Kill Dick’ Reading (SF)   FREE
2:00 pmFree Art Reception: Mystery Exhibition Unveiled (Berkeley)   FREE
3:00 pmHaight-Ashbury: Architecture Walking Tour (SF)   $4.15*
*Pay in advance reserve. Spots are limited!
3:00 pmFestival of New Works: Disloyal (SF)   FREE*
*free with suggested donation
4:00 pmBean to Bar: Craft Chocolate Tasting in the Park (Oakland)   $65*
*Only 6 Seats Available
4:30 pmFree Reggae in the Park: Dub Mission 30th Anniversary (Golden Gate Park)   FREE
5:00 pmSecret Improv Vice: Birthday Edition + Cake (SF)   $25
5:00 pmBreaking Open: A Night of Solo Stories and Playback Theater (San Rafael)   FREE*
*Sliding Scale tickets from $0 to $37
5:30 pmHadden Sayers   $23.11*
*Admission: $20 - $55
7:00 pmSpeed Dating Party for 40s/50s at New Hotel (Walnut Creek)   $30
7:00 pmSpeed Dating Party for 40s/50s (Walnut Creek)   $30
7:00 pm2026 Syrian Soap Opera Comedy Show (SF)   $20

Monday, June 1, 2026

Oakland’s Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, June 1 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
 | Mesa Maguey

Get ready for TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood—a celebration of Oakland comedy and culture with a series of pop-up live shows across the Bay by HellaFunny. This HellaFunny comedy night takes place at more...

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
All DaySF Pirate Scavenger Hunt: Free Family Adventure (826 Valencia)   FREE*
*Free. Nada. Nil. Zilch. Líng. Yeong. None.
1:30 pmRafiki Community Market   FREE
5:00 pm“Minty Mondays” OG Karaoke at The Mint (SF)   FREE
6:00 pm“Grateful Mondays” Tribute w/ Ted & Company   FREE
6:00 pmSF Arcade Bar “Emporium” 8 Free Game Tokens for “Industry Night” (Every Monday)   FREE*
*8 free game tokens if you are part of the "industry"
6:30 pmInner Richmond Board Game Night   FREE
6:30 pmLive Tribute to Drew Zingg: Jazz + Funk Fusion (SF)   $17.79
7:00 pmTurn Out: A Pre-Election Dance Party   $12.51
7:00 pm“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)   FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after
8:00 pmMirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)   FREE*
*free tickets, RSVP to ensure a spot, 21+


Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, June 2 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
 | Mesa Maguey

Get ready for the return of HellaFunny comedy night to Temescal with a series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. This HellaFunny comedy show takes place at the just-opened Mesa more...

7:30 pmFREE: SF’s “Laugh GPT” AI-Powered Comedy Night (The Function)   FREE*
*RSVP Required.
7:30 pm$1 Margaritas & “Disco Taco Tuesday” at Underdogs (SoMa)   FREE*
*No admission charge
9:30 amde Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Timed tickets required
9:30 am“Legion of Honor” Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Advanced timed tickets required.
10:00 amSF’s Conservatory of Flowers Free First Tuesdays (Golden Gate Park)   FREE
11:00 amSF’s Cartoon Art Museum’s “Pay What You Wish” Day (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Pay What You Wish Day
12:00 pmSF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)   FREE
12:00 pmLive Music Lunch Series (Thrive City)   FREE
4:00 pmSF’s Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free unlimited play wristband with any purchase from bar
5:00 pmJazz on the Silver Screen   FREE*
*Registration required
6:00 pmFree Author Talk: Even the Darkest Night Memoir (Corte Madera)   FREE
6:00 pmTuesdays in the Plaza: Ariel Marin Band (Funk / Soul / Motown)   FREE
7:00 pmThe Godmother of Silicon Valley: Film Screening and Live Q&A   FREE
8:00 pmFirst Tuesdays Free Comedy Showcase & Happy Hour | The Layover   FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
8:30 pm$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose   $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, June 3 – 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...

7:30 pmFREE “Hook-Up Horror Stories” Tindervention Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
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
10:00 amSF Zoo Free Admission Day (June 2026)   FREE*
*Free admission offer only valid to San Francisco residents with valid ID, subject to capacity. Admission into the zoo ends one hour before closing time for non-members. (For members admission ends 30 minutes before closing time.)
11:00 amFree Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)   FREE
11:00 amSF’s GLBT History Museum: Free First Wednesday   FREE*
*Free tickets are not available for reservation online on free days; all visitors will be welcomed to the museum as long as there is capacity on a first-come, first-served basis.
11:00 amFree Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)   FREE
2:00 pmFree Art Workshop: Yarn Mandala   FREE
3:00 pmRanch First Wednesday Open Community Day | Napa   FREE*
*$5 donation suggested per person, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. RSVP requested but not required.
6:00 pm“Safe Words” Comedy & Hot Dogs | SF   FREE*
*Donation-based admission
6:00 pm“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)   FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
6:30 pmDrink & Draw Art Event & Raffle | The Knockout   FREE
6:30 pmIntro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF   FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
6:30 pm“South Side Beer Ride” Free Monthly Brewery Shuttle | SF   FREE*
*Shuttle is Free. Beer for purchase.
7:00 pmBlack Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)   FREE
7:30 pmHometown Free Comedy Night & Happy Hour | Emeryville   FREE*
*Free with an RSVP

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Free First Thursdays at SF's Museum of Craft and Design
Free First Thursdays at SF’s Museum of Craft and Design
Thursday, June 4 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission every First Thursday
 | Museum of Craft and Design

There’s no better time to visit the Museum of Craft and Design than on their Free First Thursdays. Committed to making art, craft, and design accessible to everyone, the Museum of Craft more...

6:00 pm“First Thursdays” Live Music at The Village at San Antonio Center (Mountain View)   FREE*
*Event registration encouraged.
7:00 pmOakland’s Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
7:30 pmFREE “Hecklers Welcome” SF’s First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
9:00 pmArcade Karaoke: SF’s Wild New Thursday Night Party + $3 Shots (SF)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. - 21+
11:00 amFree First Thursdays at Berkeley Art Museum   FREE*
*Free admission to galleries. Film programs are excluded. No advanced tickets required, but subject to capacity limits
12:00 pmSFMOMA’s “Free First Thursdays” Free Museum Day for Locals   FREE*
*Residents of the nine Bay Area counties are invited to spend a day at the museum on us
12:00 pmSF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)   FREE
5:00 pmSF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
5:00 pmFree “Rainbow” Art Party + Opening Reception w/ 38 Artists (Los Gatos)   FREE*
*Free
5:00 pmHotel Emblem Pride Art Walk w/ Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence (SF)   FREE*
*Free admission, food and beverages available for purchase.
6:00 pmMovies on the Square 2026: Free Double Features Every Thursday (Redwood City)   FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
6:00 pmLower Polk / TL Art Walk | Trendyloin   FREE
8:00 pmClara La San   $49.90
9:00 pm16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)   FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!
9:00 pmEvery Thursday: “Inner Circle” Dance Party at White Rabbit (SF)   FREE*
*Inner Circle is always Free with RSVP