San Francisco Calendar

San Francisco is super spendy to live in, but there’s always a ton of fun, free & cheap things to do… if you know where to look. Here’s our calendar of upcoming fun, yet affordable, events.

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Friday, January 23, 2026

SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area’s top comedians at San Francisco’s Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase, presented by Funcheap and HellaFunny. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Asian-American culture more...

7:30 amSF’s Magnificent Magnolia Bloom (Jan. – March 2026)   FREE*
*Free for San Francisco residents w/ vaild ID. Free for all from 7:30-9am daily. Otherwise, $15 for Non-residents | Discounts for Seniors, Families & Children
11:00 amYBCA Free Admission Week for SF Art Week 2026 (Jan. 17-25)   
11:00 amSF’s Free 10,000 Sq ft Alternative Art Fair at Minnesota Street Project (Jan 22-26)   FREE
5:00 pm$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)   FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pmThe Prince of Homburg Opening Celebration (YBCA)   FREE
7:00 pmThe iPhone Arias   FREE*
*Sliding Scale $0-$30
7:30 pmImmersive Dance Experience: End Point (YBCA)   $35
8:00 pmInzo’s Mirrorverse Tour w/ Late Night Radio (The Regency Ballroom)   $42.30

Saturday, January 24, 2026

“An Afternoon of Chamber Music” SF’s Free Classical Concert (Oct. 18-June 13)
“An Afternoon of Chamber Music” SF’s Free Classical Concert (Oct. 18-June 13)
Saturday, January 24 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP - donations accepted
| Noe Valley Ministry

Join us for an intimate concert featuring chamber music from musicians across the Bay Area, hosted by the San Francisco Civic Music Association. Chamber Music Concert Series or the “Afternoon of Chamber more...

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
All Day2026 “Hearts in San Francisco” at the Ferry Building Opening (Jan. 24 – Feb. 11)   FREE
7:00 am2026 “Hearts in San Francisco” at SF’s Ferry Building (Jan. 24- Feb. 11)   FREE
7:30 amSF’s Magnificent Magnolia Bloom (Jan. – March 2026)   FREE*
*Free for San Francisco residents w/ vaild ID. Free for all from 7:30-9am daily. Otherwise, $15 for Non-residents | Discounts for Seniors, Families & Children
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 amSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
10:15 amSF’s 2026 Free Lunar New Year Lion Dancing Festival at 16 SF Libraries (Jan. 17-31)   FREE
11:00 amSF’s Free 10,000 Sq ft Alternative Art Fair at Minnesota Street Project (Jan 22-26)   FREE
11:00 amYBCA Free Admission Week for SF Art Week 2026 (Jan. 17-25)   
12:00 pmThe Body as a Site of Resistance (YBCA)   FREE
12:00 pm“Latinas Forever “Maiden Lane Mini Block Party w/ Drag + DJs (SF)   FREE*
*Free - RSVP Recommended
3:00 pmFree: An Afternoon of Chamber Music (Noe Valley)   FREE*
*RSVP - donations are accepted
3:30 pmSF Art Week Finale: Lucid Plane Closing Bash (Heron Arts)   FREE
4:00 pmFree SoloFest Horror Play “The Specimen” (SF)   FREE*
*Tickets are free, suggested donation $10-$30, and streaming is available.
5:00 pmBook Launch: A Place Between Dreams at Curio (SF)   FREE*
*Free to attend, plus one free drink ticket with the purchase of a book
6:00 pmFree “415 Zine” Party + Art Show (Hotel Biron)   FREE
7:00 pmSF Sketchfest: “Time to Kill” Comedy Show Live (Bayfront Theater)   $31.61*
*All ticket sales final, transfers ok!
9:00 pmContinental Drift: An International Dance Party   FREE*
*Free All Night!


Sunday, January 25, 2026

SF's Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)
SF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)
Sunday, January 25 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
| House of Air

Max out your ski or snowboarding skills with House of Air’s Adult Slopestyle Workshop – designed to push your limits in a controlled, high-energy environment. Beginners and seasoned free skiers and boarders more...

All Day2026 “Hearts in San Francisco” at the Ferry Building (Jan. 24 – Feb. 11)   FREE
7:30 amSF’s Magnificent Magnolia Bloom (Jan. – March 2026)   FREE*
*Free for San Francisco residents w/ vaild ID. Free for all from 7:30-9am daily. Otherwise, $15 for Non-residents | Discounts for Seniors, Families & Children
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/
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
11:00 amSF’s Free 10,000 Sq ft Alternative Art Fair at Minnesota Street Project (Jan 22-26)   FREE
11:00 amYBCA Free Admission Week for SF Art Week 2026 (Final Day)   
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE

Monday, January 26, 2026

6:00 pmSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)  $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
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, January 27, 2026

7:00 pmSF History Night | Pacific Heights  $10*
*$10 for non-members; free for SFHA members
7:30 pmSF in 2026: The Year We’re Refusing to be Unhappy  $12.36
7:30 pmFree Trivia Night w/ Prizes at Laughing Monk Brewing (SF)  FREE*
*Free trivia, the beer costs money! Bar tab prizes for first and second.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Flight Club: Adult Flight Night for Ages 18+ at "House of Air" Trampoline Park (SF)
Flight Club: Adult Flight Night for Ages 18+ at “House of Air” Trampoline Park (SF)
Wednesday, January 28 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*Pricing is Per Hour, House of Air Grip Socks are required to jump.
| House of Air

Take full advantage of our 70+ trampolines — without the worry of running into (or launching) a 9 year old! Flight Club is House of Air’s exclusive 18+ takeover where the 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
11:00 amFree Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)   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

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Flight Club: Adult Flight Night for Ages 18+ at "House of Air" Trampoline Park (SF)
Flight Club: Adult Flight Night for Ages 18+ at “House of Air” Trampoline Park (SF)
Thursday, January 29 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*Pricing is Per Hour, House of Air Grip Socks are required to jump.
| House of Air

Take full advantage of our 70+ trampolines — without the worry of running into (or launching) a 9 year old! Flight Club is House of Air’s exclusive 18+ takeover where the more...

6:00 pmJournalism in the City by the Bay w/ Heather Knight and Marisa Lagos   $17.85*
*Members receive a discount
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.

Friday, January 30, 2026

SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area’s top comedians at San Francisco’s Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase, presented by Funcheap and HellaFunny. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Asian-American culture more...

5:00 pm$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)   FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
6:00 pmSan Francisco Critical Mass (Last Friday of the Month)   FREE
6:30 pm$5 Friday at SF’s Circus Center   $5*
*$5 for entry, $10 extra for a swing on the flying trapeze
8:00 pmHistoric 25th Anniversary “Edwardian Ball” at SF’s Regency Ballroom (2026)   $145

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)
Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)
Saturday, January 31 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
| Secret Location (SF)

It’s the return of San Francisco’s only weekly HellaDesi Comedy Night with HellaFunny and Funcheap at a HellaSecret comedy venue with easy access to BART. See a showcase of some of the more...

All Day2026 “Hearts in San Francisco” at the Ferry Building (Jan. 24 – Feb. 11)   FREE
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 amSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
10:15 amSF’s 2026 Free Lunar New Year Lion Dancing Festival at 16 SF Libraries (Jan. 17-31)   FREE
11:30 amFree Musical Screening + Vegan Bites (St. Mary Cathedral)   FREE
8:00 pmFull Moon Trip Temple Art Party (SF)   FREE*
*Donations are appreciated. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.

Sunday, February 1, 2026

SF’s “Mozart to Mendelssohn” Free Full Orchestra Concerts (2025/26)
SF’s “Mozart to Mendelssohn” Free Full Orchestra Concerts (2025/26)
Sunday, February 1 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP - donations are accepted
| Herbst Theatre

The San Francisco Civic Music Association presents “Mozart to Mendelssohn” concerts! (M2M) is the Association’s second full orchestra, and was formed in 2014 to accommodate the growing number of musicians who more...

SF Sketchfest 2026 (Final Day)   $30*
*Ticket prices vary based on show. Tickets start from $30
All Day2026 “Hearts in San Francisco” at the Ferry Building (Jan. 24 – Feb. 11)   FREE
10:00 amSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
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 amAsian Art Museum: Free Admission Day (Every First Sunday)   FREE*
*Special exhibitions may require separate admission surcharge
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
11:00 am“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)   FREE
12:30 pmFree Monthly Yoga Class for Beginners | SF   FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE
3:00 pmMozart to Mendelssohn : Eroica & Finlandia   FREE*
*RSVP - donations are accepted
7:00 pmClutch The Pearls: Drag Cabaret Night | Make Out Room   $5*
*Sliding scale donation of $5 to $10.

Monday, February 2, 2026

SF's Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)
SF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)
Monday, February 2 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
| House of Air

Max out your ski or snowboarding skills with House of Air’s Adult Slopestyle Workshop – designed to push your limits in a controlled, high-energy environment. Beginners and seasoned free skiers and boarders more...

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, February 3, 2026

de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)
de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)
Tuesday, February 3 – 9:30 am - Ends at 5:15 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission to general galleries; special exhibition fees still apply. Timed tickets required
| de Young Museum

Located in beautiful Golden Gate Park, the de Young Museum is a landmark art museum founded in 1895. Your visit includes a whirlwind trip around the world as the museum’s collections more...

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
4:00 pmSF’s Free Arcade Game Night at The Detour (First Tuesdays)   FREE*
*Free unlimited play wristband with any purchase from bar

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Cobb's Free 2026 Comedy Nights (Comedy Showcase)
Cobb’s Free 2026 Comedy Nights (Comedy Showcase)

Cobb’s Comedy Club has a secret guestlist for a handpicked group of shows at SF’s biggest comedy club. Every month they handpick some of SF’s top local comedians to showcase for you 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
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.
6:00 pm“Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)   FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
6:00 pm“Safe Words” Comedy & Hot Dogs | SF   FREE*
*Donation-based admission
6:30 pm“South Side Beer Ride” Free Monthly Brewery Shuttle | SF   FREE*
*Shuttle is Free. Beer for purchase.
6:30 pmIntro to Personal Safety & Self-Defense Class | SF   FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
6:30 pmDrink & Draw Art Event & Raffle | The Knockout   FREE
7:00 pmBlack Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)   FREE

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Free First Thursdays at SF's Museum of Craft and Design
Free First Thursdays at SF’s Museum of Craft and Design
Thursday, February 5 – 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...

7:00 pmFlight Club: Adult Flight Night for Ages 18+ at “House of Air” Trampoline Park (SF)   $20*
*Pricing is Per Hour, House of Air Grip Socks are required to jump.
6:00 pmLower Polk / TL Art Walk | Trendyloin   FREE
9:30 pmSadderday: An Emo/Pop-Punk/Screamo Dance Party | SF   FREE