Upcoming Events

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Sunday, September 20, 2026

Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Final Day)
Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Final Day)
Sunday, September 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free for SF Residents, U.S. military/veterans, Museums for All participants (SNAP/EBT), and members. Flower Piano is included in Botanical Garden General Admission at $18/Adults, $7/Seniors 65+, $7/Youth 5-17, $3/Children 5-11, Free for children 4 and under
 | San Francisco Botanical Garden

One of the most unique interactive music festivals in the Bay Area is back! Flower Piano returns for its 11th year with 11 days of music, 12 pianos, and 130 performances in more...

12:00 pmBlues, Brews & BBQ (Alameda)   FREE*
*RSVP to be entered into prize drawings
6:00 pm“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP

Plan Ahead

Fri, Sep 25$5 Off: “Your Fucked Up Relationship” Live in SF (Every Friday & Saturday)  $16.37*
*$5 off with secret code FUNCHEAP (normally $21.49) No added ticketing fees. No Drink Minimum
Fri, Sep 25$5 Off: “The Ritual” Comedy Show in The Mission (SF)  $12.16*
*FUNCHEAP discount code for $5 off

Sunday, September 20, 2026

7:00 pmFree Sunday Comedy Night in Downtown 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
8:00 amJog in the Fog 14th Annual 5K Family Fun Run   $50*
*$10 for Youth 11 and under, $45 for Teens 12-17, $55 for Adults 18+ (Early Bird $5 OFF - Register by July 31)
9:00 amGO2 For Lung Cancer San Francisco Bay Area 5K   $30*
*Early Bird Registration through June 30- $30 adult registration, $20 students & seniors, $10 youth, survivors and veterans are always free
9:00 am“Let’s Paws” Benefit for Sulala Animal Rescue in Gaza (Berkeley)   FREE*
*RSVP required
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 Free “Sundays at the Beach” Tai Chi Day (Great Highway)   FREE
10:00 amFree Pop-Up Family Dance Class   FREE*
*Free, reservation limited to 30 participants, RSVP required. Walk-ups permitted only as space allows.
10:00 amWeekend Wellness   FREE
10:00 am69th Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival (Sept. 19-20)   $20*
*General Admission: Early Bird (through September 1): $20 General Admission: After September 1 and at the gate: $25 Senior Admission (62+): Early Bird (through September 1): $15 Senior Admission (62+): After September 1: $20 Free admission for children, students, and teachers with a valid ID
10:00 amSF’s Alta Plaza Park Tennis Courts are Back: Reopening Celebration (SF)   FREE
10:00 am“Weekend Wellness” Sunday Fest 2026: Free Pilates, Yoga & Zumba (Thrive City)   FREE
10:00 am35th Annual Fiesta on the Hill (Bernal Heights)   FREE
10:00 amSF’s Muni Heritage Weekend 2026: Ride Rare Historic Vehicles (Sept. 19-20)   FREE*
*The outdoor event is free and all rides on special streetcars and vintage buses originating from the plaza are free. Regular fares on F Line and Cable Cars
10:00 amStep Inside 1920s-30s Storybook Homes: Alameda Legacy Tour (2026)   $40*
*Child Ticket $10
11:00 am2026 San Francisco Greek Festival (Sept. 18-20)   FREE
11:00 amSF’s Chinatown “Autumn Moon Festival”: Dumpling Contest & White Crane Dragon Parade   FREE
11:00 amFree Japanese Block Party (Nisei + Bar Iris) on Polk   FREE*
*You can purchase food and drinks at the event
11:00 amBerkeley Jam 2026: Free Juggling & Circus Arts Festival (Willard Park)   FREE
11:00 amL. Flick Hatcher – Romancing Normal   FREE
11:00 amSavor the Sweetness: Recchiuti Tasting   FREE
11:00 amFree “Berkeley Old Time Music” Festival in the Park (+ Free Ashkenaz Workshops)   FREE*
*Many events free. Workshops are free with optional $25 donation. Ticketed concerts and dances are $20–$44.
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
11:00 am47th Annual Haight Ashbury Street Fair 2026   FREE
11:00 amSuperpower Dogs: National Service Dog Day Celebration at The Tech Interactive   $42
11:00 amVans / FTC40 Skate Contest at Haight St. Fair (SF)   FREE
11:00 amFree Manning Mud Stompers Family Dance w/ Live Old-Time Music (Berkeley)   FREE*
*Free- just walk in!
12:00 pmCybersentics Book Club   FREE*
*sliding scale
12:00 pm45th Annual “Comedy Day” Free Festival in Golden Gate Park (SF)   FREE*
*No cost to attend
12:00 pmFree LGBTQ+ Big Band Jazz Concert in Golden Gate Park (AIDS Memorial Grove)   FREE
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.
12:00 pmSan Francisco Armenian Food Festival 2026 (Sept. 18-20)   $5*
*Children under 5 free. Sunday is free admission for all.
12:00 pmSalsa & Sangria   FREE
12:00 pmGolden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)   FREE*
*Free admission and entertainment for all ages. Dogs and bikes welcome. Food and beverages available for purchase.
12:00 pmSF’s 2026 “Comedy Day” Festival in the Park w/ 50+ Comics (Golden Gate Park)   FREE
12:00 pm9th Annual Blues Brews + BBQ Fest (Alameda)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP.
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Band’s Symphony in the Park”: Irish Celebration   FREE*
*Free, but donations are welcome.
1:00 pmSF’s Massive Free “Poolside Daytime Disco” DJ Party (Union Square)   FREE
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE
1:00 pmSharon Spaulding – Women Make History   FREE
1:00 pmSF’s Free “Opera Day” Outdoor Concert w/ 13 Opera Companies (Transamerica Redwood Park)   FREE*
*Advance registration via Eventbrite required.
1:25 pmFree 49ers vs Dolphins Watch Party (SF)   FREE
2:00 pmSol Smith – The Adhder’s Guide to Self-Discovery   FREE
2:00 pmFree Shakespeare in the Park 2026 at SF’s Sue Bierman Park (Sept. 19-27)   FREE
2:00 pmJazz on the Bay Festival (Treasure Island)   $29*
*Early Bird adult General Admission tickets are $29 including fees. Standard GA tickets will be $39, with Last Chance tickets priced at $49. VIP tickets start at $59. Children ages 0–4 are free, with discounted tickets available for ages 5–12. On-site parking requires a separate $39 parking pass. Event check-in closes at 7:00 PM, and there are no in-and-out privileges.
3:00 pmAmerican Legion – Buffalo Soldiers Post 333 Membership Meeting and Community Mixer   FREE
3:00 pmWafful Howze   $10*
*There are various ticket packages available online
3:00 pmPuccini’s Tosca   $38*
*Coupon Code: ROMA
3:30 pmImprov(e) Your Dating Life   $20*
*18+
4:00 pmOpen Mic + Karaoke Night w/ Khalia: Tea, Snacks + Supportive Vibes (SF)   $5*
*NOTAFLOF (No One Turned Away For Lack Of Funds)
4:00 pmImpossible Inventions (Berkeley)   $5
4:00 pmCrafts on the Patio: Birdhouses and Spirithouses   FREE*
*Donations accepted
4:00 pm(Witch) Crafts on the Patio   FREE*
*Free, donation based. RSVP to save a table on Instagram @vebyers
4:00 pmKathryn Otoshi – The White Raven   FREE
4:00 pmLiza Gershman – Farm + Market Healdsburg   FREE
5:00 pmMaking Tasty Treats with Acorns & Bay Nuts   FREE*
*Varies
6:00 pmHelen Scheuerer with K.F. Breene – Kiss of the Black Flame   $36
6:00 pmA Stab in The Dark: A Fully Improvised Murder Mystery   $25
6:00 pmYom Kippur Services   FREE*
*Sliding scale donation of $70/service requested but not required. Please RSVP.
7:00 pmIce Cream Social – Pottery Painting and Ice Cream Sundaes   $25*
*Includes everything. Paint your ceramic bowl. Then choose your toppings for your Ice Cream Sundae. No studio fees.
7:00 pmAsian Singles & Those Who Love Them – Party for Single Professionals   $30

Monday, September 21, 2026

Oakland’s Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Monday, September 21 – 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...

7:00 pmFree SF Comedy Show “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Monday)   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
9:00 amFinal Day of Summer at Japanese Tea Garden w/ 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
5:00 pmDrama with Friends   FREE
5:30 pmEkin Oklap – First Summer   FREE
6:00 pmSF’s Progressive Party “Last Days of Summer” Potluck (Patricia’s Green)   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"
6:00 pmRodney Atkins Live on the Water   $105.01*
*Deck Pass (Live Show Only) $105.01 Standard Ticket Package $140.66 VIP Ticket Package - Everything included in the Standard Ticket, plus: $429.81
7:00 pm“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)   FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after
7:00 pmCaitlin Cook: The Hero We (sort of) Need   $25*
*I'm happy to give a discount to anyone who's struggling with income right now
8:00 pmSF’s Grace Cathedral’s “Rose Window” Laser Light Show (Sept. 21-25)   FREE
8:00 pmMirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)   FREE*
*free tickets, RSVP to ensure a spot, 21+


Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, September 22 – 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 “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Tuesday)   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
7:30 pm$1 Margaritas & “Disco Taco Tuesday” at Underdogs (SoMa)   FREE*
*No admission charge
All DaySan Francisco’s Final Day of Summer 2026 (Sept. 22)   FREE
6:00 amLast Night of Summer: Ocean Beach Bonfire   FREE*
*Fire rings are first come, first serve
All DayHardly Strictly Bluegrass 2026 Full Schedule Released   FREE
12:00 pmSF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)   FREE
1:00 pmLTF Fiesta de Oportunidades: Career, Business & Entrepreneurship Fair   FREE*
*Free Admission with RSVP
6:00 pmSF Politics 101   FREE
6:00 pmFree Swedish Fiction Talk + Book Celebration (Corte Madera)   FREE
6:00 pmFree German Film Screening: “Red Stars Upon The Field” + Q&A (SF)   FREE*
*Free and open to the public
6:00 pmInkitt CandyJar x Love Potion Library: Free Movie Screening (SF)   FREE*
*screening is free with light snacks included, any alcohol will need to be purchased
6:15 pmFree Outdoor Bird Ensemble + Sunset Bell Ringing 2026 (Berkeley)   FREE*
*No formal seating: sit on the stone steps, stand, wander, or bring a blanket/chair
6:30 pmFree Book Launch: Lisa Moore Ramée’s “More Trouble Than It’s Worth” (Berkeley)   FREE*
*Free but registration is required
6:45 pmPop Culture Tuesday Trivia Nights at Wine Down   FREE*
*Free to attend! Food and beverage purchases encouraged. 21+ only. RSVPs encouraged not required.
7:00 pmBob Ross Night: Bingo and Lookalike Contest   $30.10
7:00 pmBay Area Politics: Follow the Money (KALW + Mission Local)   FREE*
*Donations Welcome
7:00 pmTrivia Night at Rock’s Den   FREE
7:00 pmTrivia Night at Rocks Den   FREE*
*Please arrive early for best seats.
8:00 pmFinal Night of Summer: Sunset Dunes Walk w/ Ocean Views   FREE*
*RSVP Required
8:00 pmSF’s Grace Cathedral’s “Rose Window” Laser Light Show (Sept. 21-25)   FREE
8:30 pmFinal $6 Drive-In Movie Night of the Summer in Concord & San Jose   $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, September 23 – 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 Comedy Night (Every Wednesday) 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
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