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, October 30, 2026

City Creatures: Pest Art Pop-Up (SF)
City Creatures: Pest Art Pop-Up (SF)
Friday, October 30 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Open House 2PM - 6PM Evening Fundraiser 6PM - 11PM
 | Terra Gallery

​Art. Urban wildlife. Guest speakers. Food. Drinks. Music. And a gallery full of strange things to explore. City Creatures is a one-day exhibition at Terra Gallery exploring the hidden ecology of city more...

6:00 pmSF’s Epic Halloween Pub Crawl “Crawloween 2026” (Oct. 24-Nov. 1)   $15*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for 25% off tickets to Saturday (10/24) and Halloween Night (11/1) - prices rise as we get closer to the event. Includes entry to the event, Free Cover at all bars and drink specials
7:30 pm2026 SF Symphony: Elim Chan Conducts Adams Mendelssohn + Brahms (Oct. 29-31)   $45*
*Tickets start at $45, with orchestra seats from just $59. Secure your seats!

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Sat, Oct 31Free “Wags & Wheels” Halloween Dog Pawty: Trunk Or Treat + Classic Cars (Fisherman’s Wharf)  FREE*
*Free & Paid Tickets Available
Sat, Oct 31Ocular Oddities: 21+ After Hours at the Museum of the Eye (SF)  $20.72*
*$20.72 General Admission + fees and a hosted beer and wine bar

Friday, October 30, 2026

3:00 pmFinal Weekend of Ocean Beach Bonfires for 2026 (Ends Oct. 31)   FREE*
*Fire rings are first come, first serve
4:00 pmHayes Valley’s Glowing Halloween “Trick-or-Treat Trail” + Free Outdoor Movie (2026)   FREE
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
6:00 pmLate Night Editions: “Halloween Eve” DJ Costume Party at SF’s de Young Museum   $45*
*General admission: $45; VIP: $95
6:00 pm“Another Lamp Show” 100+ One-Of-A-Kind Art Lamps (SF)   $10*
*Online ticket required for entry.
6:30 pmMission Rock Fall Friday Night Movies – Coco (China Basin Park)   FREE
7:00 pmBookshop Comedy   FREE*
*https://www.simpletix.com/e/book-shop-comedy-tickets-265295
7:00 pmHalloween Weekend “Goth Skate” at the Church of 8 Wheels (SF)   $20*
*12 and under - $15 to enter, $5 for skate rental. Adults $20 to enter, $5 for skate rental.
8:30 pm“A Night of the Living Dead” w/ Liquid Light Show (The Chapel)   $28*
*Tickets are $28 Advance / $32 Day of Show

Saturday, October 31, 2026

SF's Epic 25,000+ Halloween Pub Crawl is Back (Crawloween 2026)
SF’s Epic 25,000+ Halloween Pub Crawl is Back (Crawloween 2026)
Saturday, October 31 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $15*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for 25% off tickets to Saturday (10/24) and Halloween Night (11/1) - prices rise as we get closer to the event. Includes entry to the event, Free Cover at all bars and drink specials
 | Mayes Oyster House

The San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl 2026: Crawloween Returns! This year, it’s expected to be even bigger, with new bars, new surprises and four nights of non-stop Halloween excitement. October in San more...

7:30 pm2026 SF Symphony: Elim Chan Conducts Adams Mendelssohn + Brahms (Oct. 29-31)   $45*
*Tickets start at $45, with orchestra seats from just $59. Secure your seats!
8:00 pmSecret Guest List: Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights (A Ghostly, Ghastly Get It?! Gameshow)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Must arrive 30 minutes early for guaranteed entry. All shows are 18 & over with valid photo ID. Like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum.
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
10:00 pmSF’s 1st Ever Free “Halloween Forest” Secret Comedy & Lucha Libre Crawl   FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people
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
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.
10:00 amHalloween SF World Naked Bike Ride (Oct. 2026)   FREE*
*A Big Smile & Some Wheels Are Your Ticket To The Fun! A Costume Will Make It More Festive!
10:30 amHalloween Storytime in Francisco Park   FREE
11:00 am12th Annual Chinatown Halloween Festival (SF)   FREE
11:00 amSF Cake Picnic Fall 2026: Taste 100s of Cakes on Halloween (Levi’s Plaza)   $57.50*
*General admission is $55 plus a $2.50 booking fee. General admission tickets become available September 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM PST. A $152.99 CAKE PICNIC CLUB ticket includes early ticket access, a world tour shirt, a signed cookbook or tote, a dedicated registration line, and first-group access to cake slices.
All DayHalloween Free BOGO Scoops of Bubble Gum Ice Cream at Humphry Slocombe (2026)   FREE*
*Buy any flavor scoop and get a FREE scoop of Bubble Gum ice cream on Halloween.
12:00 pmSF “Halloween Hoopla” Kids’ Festival in the Park + Costume Parade (2026)   
12:00 pm2026 San Francisco Ocean Avenue Halloween Block Party   FREE
1:00 pm2026 Halloween Pet Parade, Jazz Jam + Costume Contest (Hayes Valley)   FREE*
*Donations $10-20+ sliding scale requested, Fundraiser for HVAW and Muttville
1:00 pmSpooky Square: Halloween Magic Show + Dog Costume Contest (Ghirardelli Square)   FREE
2:00 pmThe Red Shoes   $15*
*Senior and student discounts available
2:00 pm2026 San Francisco Latino Film Festival: Maxita + Panel Discussion   *
*FREE - RSVP
3:00 pmOcean Beach Halloween Bonfire Night (Final Bonfire Until March 1, 2027)   FREE*
*Fire rings are first come, first serve
4:00 pm2026 “Fillmore After Dark” Halloween Night Market (SF)   FREE
4:00 pmAll Hallows Eve Goth Yoga in North Beach (SF)   $20*
*RSVP is not required, but space is limited. If you wish to avoid fees, you may pay in person.
6:30 pm“Sqream” Oasis’ Wild + Immersive ’90s Drag Horror Musical (Halloween 2026)   $50
7:00 pmFree Halloween Horror Screening: “Ththng” at Live Worms (SF)   FREE*
*This film screening is free, but space is limited. RSVPs are requested.
7:30 pm“Dance-O-Ween” SF’s Epic Roving Costumed Dance Party 2026   FREE
8:00 pmEric Prydz on Halloween at SF’s Pier 48   $101.91
8:00 pm“Paul Simon” Halloween Ball + Liquid Light Show on Outdoor Stage (The Chapel)   $25*
*$25 Advance / $28 Day of Show
9:00 pmEmporium’s 8th Annual Halloween Costume Contest Party (SF)   FREE*
*Free to Enter Venue and Free to Enter the Contest, RSVP for 10 Free Tokens
10:00 pm2026 Latin Halloween Party: DJs Until 3a (1015 Folsom)   $49*
*Tickets vary by tier and availability. Advance purchase is recommended, as prices may increase closer to the event. VIP and table reservations are also available. 21+ only.


Sunday, November 1, 2026

SF's Epic Halloween Pub Crawl "Crawloween 2026" (Dia De Los Muertos)
SF’s Epic Halloween Pub Crawl “Crawloween 2026” (Dia De Los Muertos)
Sunday, November 1 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $15*
*Use code FUNCHEAP for 25% off tickets to Saturday (10/24) and Halloween Night (11/1) - prices rise as we get closer to the event. Includes entry to the event, Free Cover at all bars and drink specials
 | Mayes Oyster House

The San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl 2026: Crawloween Returns! This year, it’s expected to be even bigger, with new bars, new surprises and four nights of non-stop Halloween excitement. October in San more...

7:00 pmSecret Guest List: Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights (Cobb’s Comedy Showcase)   FREE*
*Free with RSVP. Must arrive 30 minutes early for guaranteed entry. All shows are 18 & over with valid photo ID. Like most comedy clubs, there is a two drink minimum.
9:00 am5th Annual Día de los Muertos + Market in the Sunset (SF)   FREE
10:00 amAsian Art Museum: Free Admission Day (Every First Sunday)   FREE*
*Special exhibitions may require separate admission surcharge
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 amSF’s “Head West” Marketplace at the Ferry Building (Every 1st Sunday)   FREE
11:00 am“Castro Art Mart” Mini Block Party on Noe St. (Every First Sunday)   FREE
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
12:30 pmFree Monthly Yoga Class for Beginners | SF   FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
1:00 pmSF’s First Ever Halloween “Cookie Picnic” (Levi’s Plaza)   $57.50*
*Tickets for the cake party was 57.50 so we expect similar for the cookie picnic. Sold out. A waiting list is available. Attendees are asked to bring 2 dozen cookies to share.
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE

Monday, November 2, 2026

SF's 2026 Dia de los Muertos "Festival of Altars" in The Mission
SF’s 2026 Dia de los Muertos “Festival of Altars” in The Mission
Monday, November 2 – 8:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Potrero del Sol Park

The Marigold Project invites you to the 34th annual Festival of Altars, a Día de los Muertos celebration honoring loved ones through art, remembrance, and community. Held at Potrero del Sol Park, 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 DayFree Ice Skating Lessons at Union Square Holiday Rink (Registration Opens)   FREE
6:00 pm2026 Dia de los Muertos: 45th Annual Procession in The Mission (SF)   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"
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, November 3, 2026

Two Headliner Comedy Night: Reem Edan + Melissa Shoshahi (SF)
Two Headliner Comedy Night: Reem Edan + Melissa Shoshahi (SF)
Tuesday, November 3 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $27.65*
*There is a drink minimum
 | Cobb's Comedy Club

Two headliners. One night. And two families still wondering if comedy comes with health insurance. Comedian Reem Edan and Melissa Shoshahi bring their sharp wit and a combined lifetime of unsolicited family more...

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
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 pm2026 Election Night Watch Party w/ Bingo + Drink Specials (The Chapel)   FREE*
*Free With RSVP

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Japanese Tea Garden's Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Wednesday, November 4 – 9:00 am - Ends at 10:00 am | Cost: 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
 | Japanese Tea Garden

The Japanese Tea Garden provides visitors from around the world with an opportunity to experience the natural beauty, tranquility, and harmony of a Japanese-style garden in the heart of San Francisco’s more...

All DaySF’s Holiday Ice Skating Rink at Union Square: 2026 Opening Ceremony + Free Ice Skating   FREE*
*First 100 guests can skate for free during the 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. sessions. Registration is required upon arrival; $22 for a reg. skate session w/ skates included
10:00 amSF Zoo Free Admission Day (November 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 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“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 pmRyli   FREE*
*FREE
7:00 pmBlack Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)   FREE
7:30 pmSFDanceworks Season 9 Performance   $36*
*Use code: SFDW9 for 10% off tickets!

Thursday, November 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, November 5 – 12:00 pm - 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 pmArab Film Fest: 10 Days of Cinema + 40+ Film Screenings (Nov. 5-14)   $20*
*Tickets start at $20; Senior and student discounts are available, together with festival passes, online programming, and a free event.
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
6:00 pm30th Arab Film Festival at SF’s AMC Kabuki (Nov. 5-14)   $45*
*Festival General admission tickets start at $20. Opening Night (11/5): $45 All-Access Pass: $180 VIP All-Access Pass: $250 Virtual-Only Pass: $60
8:00 pmThe Black Angels   $48.79
9:30 pmSadderday: An Emo/Pop-Punk/Screamo Dance Party | SF   FREE

Friday, November 6, 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)
Friday, November 6 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
 | Secret Location (SF)

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...

12:00 pmJam Session with Creativity Explored   FREE*
*FREE
3:00 pm“Block Fest” Tenderloin Arts Festival & Free Art Making | SF   FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
5:00 pmNorth Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF)   FREE
5:00 pm$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)   FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pmFree “Ocean Beach” Photo Exhibit: 24 Bay Area Photographers (SF)   FREE
5:00 pmDirtybird Night Market: DJ Sets, Games & Cocktails at SF’s Thrive City   FREE
7:00 pmSteven Universe in Concert at Grace Cathedral   $25*
*$25 to $50
8:00 pmSan Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)   FREE

Saturday, November 7, 2026

$5 Off Tix: San Francisco Playhouse’s “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” (Sept. 26-Nov. 28)
$5 Off Tix: San Francisco Playhouse’s “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” (Sept. 26-Nov. 28)
Saturday, November 7 – 2:00 pm | Cost: $55*
*Tickets start at $55; $5 off with code FUNCHEAP
 | San Francisco Playhouse

By Henry Lewis, Henry Shields & Jonathan Sayer The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is back, and this time they’re taking on Peter Pan. Save $5 off tickets with code FUNCHEAP. It’s their 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
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
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 amSF Coffee Festival 2026: Coffee Tastings + Live Music (Nov. 7-8)   $29*
*Tickets start at $29 for unlimited coffee samplings