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Saturday, October 24, 2026

SF's 44th Annual Sandcastle Classic Contest at Ocean Beach (2026)
SF’s 44th Annual Sandcastle Classic Contest at Ocean Beach (2026)
Saturday, October 24 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Ocean Beach

On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Leap Arts in Education will take over Ocean Beach for its 44th annual Sandcastle Classic, Northern California’s largest sandcastle competition. Teams of local students, architects, engineers, more...

11:00 amFoster City’s 2026 “Halloween Spooktacular” + Trick-Or-Treat Trail   $12*
*Adult/non-trick-or-treater entrance is $5 for residents and $7 for non-residents. Trick-or-treat tickets for ages 2-12 are $10 for residents and $12 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required for all participants. Children under 10 with a Trick-or-Treat ticket must be accompanied by an adult with a valid Entrance ticket. All proceeds benefit the Foster City Youth and Teen Foundation.
11:00 amFree Día De Los Muertos Street Fiesta 2026 (Stockton)   FREE*
*Admission is free and open to everyone.
11:00 amAlemany Farm Harvest Festival 2026: Free BBQ + Farm Tours (SF)   FREE*
*Flyer lists a free community BBQ.
11:30 am44th Annual Sandcastle Classic: 100+ Teams Build Giant Sculptures (Ocean Beach)   FREE
12:00 pmThrill-O-Ween: Free Outdoor Halloween Fest w/ Costume Contest (Thrive City)   FREE
12:00 pmWest Oakland Prescott Craft Market: 50+ Vendors & DJs (2026)   FREE
12:00 pmChowder Fest: SF’s “Best Clam Chowder” Showdown (Fisherman’s Wharf)   FREE*
*Free to attend — watch the competition, shop the marketplace, enjoy free activities and catch the entertainment at no cost. or paid tickets for tasting
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.
1:00 pmFree Howl-O-Ween w/ Dog Runway + Adoptions (Berkeley)   FREE*
*Free admission, RSVP encouraged
1:30 pmWhack Donuts 2-Year Anniversary Jam + Breakin’ Battle (Embarcadero Plaza)   FREE
1:30 pmCity of Belmont’s 100th Birthday Centennial Fest + Vintage Car Parade & Drone Show (2026)   FREE
2:00 pmSF’s Free Golden Gate Park “Bay Beats Launch Party” Concert (2026)   FREE*
*Free
2:00 pmWhen Manilatown Swung: The Manila Serenaders (SF)   FREE*
*Free or donation.
2:00 pmGood Samaritan Hospital’s Annual Trunk or Treat Event (San Jose)   FREE
2:00 pmSilent Shorts Program   $15*
*Student and senior discounts available
2:00 pmChildren’s Halloween Haunt 2026: Hayrides + Trick-or-Treating (History Park San Jose)   $10.60*
*Kids $10.60. General admission for ages 13+ is $5.30, including fees. Seniors and members are $5.30; youth ages 6-12 are $10.60; children ages 1-5 are $8.48; Orchard Members are free with valid member ID. Sugar Skull workshop ticket prices range from $12.72 to $18.02. Online ticket sales are closed; tickets will be available at the gate.
3:00 pmFree Giant Sand Painting: Community Art on the Beach (Ocean Beach)   FREE*
*registration needed, donations accepted
3:00 pmSF Blackout: Gambits & Ghouls Chess Game Night (Spark Social)   FREE*
*Donation $10
3:00 pmOcean Beach Giant Sand Art-Making Experience (SF)   $2.06*
*"Free" but $2.06 donation required
3:30 pmCity of Belmont’s Free 100th Birthday Centennial Fest + Drone Show (2026)   FREE
4:00 pmHagerty’s RADwood NorCal: Bay Area ’80s & ’90s Car Festival (Alameda)   FREE*
*Free with online registration
4:00 pmSF’s “Golden Hour” Filipino Night Market is Back for 2026 (SoMa)   FREE*
*Free RSVP requested. All ages.
4:00 pmMare Island Halloween Block Party 2026 (Vallejo)   FREE*
*RSVP suggested
5:00 pmHike & Sip   $40*
*$40, 21+
5:00 pm“Tunnel of Terror” San Jose Halloween Makers Market at City Hall (2026)   FREE
5:00 pmTunnel Of Terror 2026: Free Halloween Fest + Lowriders (San José City Hall)   FREE
5:00 pmFilipino American History Month Fest w/ DJs + Pop-Up Tattoos (Oakland)   $8.88*
*Early bird $8.88 / gen ad $13.33 / at-the-door $18.88
6:00 pmRhythms of Resilience III   $50*
*All tickets purchased contribute to supportive housing and mental health services to venerable adults in SF. Tickets include free food and open bar!
7:00 pmComedian Danny Lake Headlines in Union City   FREE*
*Call 510 489 1837 or 510 552 8523 for free tickets to this comedy show.
7:30 pmFree October “Movie Nights in the Park” 2026: The Sandlot (Half Moon Bay)   FREE
8:00 pmHaunted USS Hornet Monster Bash w/ Bowie Tribute Band (Alameda)   $40*
*Discounts for Membership or Groups of 4 or more

Sunday, October 25, 2026

SF’s Iconic Punchline Comedy Club: Secret Guest List (Your Next Comic: A New Faces Showcase)
SF’s Iconic Punchline Comedy Club: Secret Guest List (Your Next Comic: A New Faces Showcase)
Sunday, October 25 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Must arrive 30 minutes in advance for guaranteed entry. All shows are 18 & over with valid photo ID. Like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum.
 | Punch Line Comedy Club

Get ready for an awesome night of comedy at SF’s iconic Punchline Comedy Club. And you can get on our secret guest list. Secret Guest List: Punchline Free Comedy Nights Punchline Comedy Club, more...

6:00 pm$10 Off Tix: SF’s “Terror Vault” 1874 Halloween Haunt (2026)   $10 Off*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for $10 off tickets, but only 50 discount tickets available per date
6:00 pm“HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP
7:00 pmSF’s Iconic Punchline Comedy Club: Secret Guest List (SF Comedy Showcase)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Must arrive 30 minutes in advance for guaranteed entry. All shows are 18 & over with valid photo ID. Like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum.
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
9:45 amLower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup w/ Free Lunch for Volunteers (SF)   FREE
9:45 amLower Nob Hill Weekly Cleanup (Free Lunch for Volunteers)   FREE
10:00 amHalloween Trick-or-Treat Trail 2026 at Winchester Mystery House (San Jose)   $16.09*
*Adult/Chaperone admission is $5.37 including taxes and fees. Children/Participants are $16.09 including taxes and fees. Children age 2 and under are free. Various entry times begin at 10:00 AM.
10:00 amTry Lawn Bowling at SF’s Historic 125-Year-Old Club in GG Park (SF)   FREE
10:00 amSFMOMA’s “Free Family Day” Free Museum Day (2026)   FREE*
*Free for up to four adults accompanying each visitor 18 and younger.
10:00 amSFMOMA’s “Free Family Day” Free Museum Day   FREE*
*Free for up to four adults accompanying each visitor 18 and younger.
10:00 am2026 Pillar Point Harbor Costumed “Witch Paddle” on Kayaks + Paddle Boards (Half Moon Bay)   FREE*
*Costumes are welcome but must be swimmable. A PFD/life vest is mandatory. Paddleboard and kayak rentals may be available through #HMBKAYAKCO; rent early.
10:00 amYoga in Francisco Park   FREE
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 amFootball Sundays: Outdoor Big Screen NFL Games + Lawn Fun (Thrive City)   FREE
11:00 amSF’s “World of Dumplings” 2026: Free Community Food Fest (Ferry Building)   FREE
11:00 amSF’s Free “World of Dumplings” Festival at the Ferry Building   FREE*
*Free admission for all ages. Advance registration is encouraged but not required. Food and beverages are available for purchase directly from participating vendors. No purchase or donation is required to attend.
11:00 amOakland Bicycle Scavenger Hunt + Scaredy Cat Race (Snow Park)   $13*
*All proceeds go to nonprofit bike coops + Homelessness aid
11:00 am2026 “World of Dumplings” Festival at SF’s Ferry Building   FREE
11:00 amBark at Spark: Howl-O-Ween (SF)   FREE*
*RSVP Requested but not Required
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
11:00 amRockridge Halloween Parade 2026 w/ 40+ Trick-Or-Treat Stops (Oakland)   FREE
12:00 pm“Wiggle Fest” Fall 2026: Free BBQ & Grilled Cheese Block Party (SF)   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 pmSF Music Day 2026: 20+ Free Live Concerts (San Francisco War Memorial)   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 “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)   FREE
1:00 pmHalloween Spooktacular 2026: Free Family Fun Fest (Dublin)   FREE*
*Cotton candy and treat bags are available while supplies last.
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE
2:00 pmNapa $5 Folk Festival   $5
2:00 pm2026 “Howl-O-Ween” Pet Parade at City Center Bishop Ranch   FREE
2:00 pmHowl-O-Ween Costumed Pet Parade at City Center Bishop Ranch (San Ramon)   FREE*
*Free for All
4:00 pmAlamo Scare 2026: Trick-Or-Treat SF’s Iconic Painted Ladies (Alamo Square)   FREE
4:00 pmEric Idle In Conversation w/ Dave Eggers (San Rafael)   $45
5:00 pmFree Halloween “Trunk Or Treat” Party w/ Bounce Houses (SF)   FREE


Monday, October 26, 2026

Free SF Comedy Show "Hayes Valley Comedy Night" at The Function (Every Monday)
Free SF Comedy Show “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Monday)
Monday, October 26 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: 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
 | The Function

Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a more...

7:00 pmOakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Food/drink for purchase
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
6:00 pmBad Art Mask-querade: Make Your Most Ridiculous Mask at The Faight (SF)   $15*
*sliding scale tickets, no one turned away for lack of funds
6:00 pmFree Palestinian Folk Dance + Mutual Aid Workshop (SF)   FREE*
*Free for Indigenous people of Turtle Island. Anyone with cost barrier can email admin@thehalacollective.com and we can provide free ticket.
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"
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, October 27, 2026

Oakland's "Mezcal & Mole" Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Oakland’s “Mezcal & Mole” Comedy Night (Mondays & Tuesdays)
Tuesday, October 27 – 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
7:00 amFree National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite: Teddy Roosevelt’s Bday 2026   FREE*
*The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Although the entrance fee is waved, paid parking/shuttle reservations required for Muir Woods even on free days.
10:00 amTransportation and Senior Services Resource Fair (Burlingame)   FREE
12:00 pmSF’s Free Concerts & Food Trucks: “Civic Center Soundtrack” (Every Tue/Thu)   FREE
5:00 pmSF’s Noe Valley Night Market 2026   FREE
5:00 pmHalloween Karaoke Singing Contest – $300 in Cash Prizes (Oakland)   FREE*
*RSVP - If Interested in Participating in the Contest you must register as space is limited.
6:00 pmOne City One Book: Cities as Ancestors (SF Main Library)   FREE*
*Free
7:00 pmSF History Night | Pacific Heights   $10*
*$10 for non-members; free for SFHA members
8:00 pmLast Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland   FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is requested.
8:30 pm$6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose   $6*
*$6 for adults on Tuesday nights. Kids are $2

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
$1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)
Wednesday, October 28 – 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...

6:00 pm$10 Off Tix: SF’s “Terror Vault” 1874 Halloween Haunt (Final Week 2026)   $10 Off*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for $10 off tickets, but only 50 discount tickets available per date
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
11:00 amFree Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)   FREE
2:00 pmFree Art Workshop: Pop-up Mini Haunted House (YBCA)   FREE*
*RSVP required
6:00 pmFree “Blind” Book Art-Making Challenge (Madrone Art Bar)   FREE*
*Space limited
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 pmSF State’s Free Public Rooftop Stargazing Nights w/ Huge Telescope (October 2026)   FREE*
*Events are weather-dependent. Check the observatory's stories or follow its updates for confirmation each night.
7:00 pmBlack Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)   FREE
8:00 pm“Oh Rocky” Immersive Rocky Horror Club Night + Drag & Tarot Readings (El Rio)   $15*
*21+ event. RSVP via the event website. Show starts at 8:30 PM.
9:00 pmThe “Top Chefs” Potluck: DJ Halloween Party (Madrone Art Bar)   FREE*
*Free before 9:30 pm. $5 After

Thursday, October 29, 2026

$10 Off Tix: SF's "Terror Vault" 1874 Halloween Haunt (Final Week 2026)
$10 Off Tix: SF’s “Terror Vault” 1874 Halloween Haunt (Final Week 2026)
Thursday, October 29 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $10 Off*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for $10 off tickets, but only 50 discount tickets available per date
 | San Francisco Mint

San Francisco’s premiere haunted attraction returns for 2026 with “SLASHED: Return to Hellville” an all-new, bigger, and more terrifying theatrical and immersive experience from the insane mind of Peaches Christ. Brand new for more...