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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Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Japanese Tea Garden's Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Wednesday, September 9 – 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...

2:00 pmFree Art Workshop: Surreal Portrait Collage   FREE
5:00 pm111 Minna Rising Tides Closing Party X Sketch Wednesday Fundraiser   FREE
5:30 pmJoe McEwen with Joel Selvin – Tastykakes, Soul Songs & Shining Stars   FREE
6:00 pmStoried: SF Season 9 + Intersections SF Launch Party (Madrone Art Bar)   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
7:00 pmThe Laugh Boat: Local Brews & Free Comedy | SF   FREE

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Flower Piano 2026: Special Opening Night Celebration and Concert (Sept. 10)
Flower Piano 2026: Special Opening Night Celebration and Concert (Sept. 10)
Thursday, September 10 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: $75*
*$75 for Special Opening Night Ticket
 | 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...

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.
7:30 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.
5:00 pmWhat Now?   FREE*
*RSVP Required
5:00 pmUpper Polk Cleanup w/ Free Drink For Volunteers   FREE*
*Register for free on this Mobilize registration page: https://www.mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/757709/
5:00 pmSF’s “Valencia Live” Night Market in The Mission (Every 2nd Thu)   FREE
5:30 pmWildtype’s $100M Sustainable Seafood Tasting + Career Panel (SF)   $20*
*Register early to taste test--advance registration suggested. Food and drink available for purchase.
5:30 pmJohn Perkins – The Art of the Steal   FREE
6:00 pmThursday Night Poem Jam | SF Main Library   FREE
6:00 pmFree Punk Rock 50th Anniversary Exhibition Opening w/ Q&A (SF)   FREE
7:00 pmSoul-Fi Sessions: Sounds of Elul   $10
7:00 pmHow Bees and Birds See Red Flowering Plant   FREE*
*Free for San Francisco residents
7:30 pmElton Dom: The Young Elton Experience   $35*
*Tickets range $35 - $115
8:00 pmModular Synths + Experimental Sound Night: We Micromanage Infinity (Peacock Lounge)   $5*
*No one turned away for lack of funds. All-ages welcome.
8:00 pmShame Cave Comedy Show: A Shameful Yet Shameless Night | SF   FREE


Friday, September 11, 2026

Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Friday, September 11 – 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...

6:00 pmRitmo de Noche: Latin Beats, Street Food + Free Entry (SoMa)   FREE
7:00 pmSF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)   FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:30 pmSecret Guest List: Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights (Roast Battle Bay Area)   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.
2:00 pmCraft, Crisp & Refreshing: Fort Point Tasting   FREE
5:00 pm$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)   FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pm“Union Square Dances” Free Outdoor Friday Night Dance Party (SF)   FREE
7:00 pmFree Comedy Night w/ Danny Dechi & Friends | Outer Richmond   FREE
7:30 pmFeral Friday SF Square Dance   $20*
*Age based sliding fee scale: under 12: free, 13-18 $10, 18 on up: $20
8:00 pmTurkish Grammy-Nominated Folk Rock “Altin Gun” (Regency Ballroom)   $53.95

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Saturday, September 12 – 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 pmLive on Larkin: Free Street Fest 2026 (Tenderloin)   FREE
8:00 pm$5 Off Tix: “Hairspray” The Broadway Musical Live in SF (July 10-Sept. 12)   $47*
*Save $5 with code FUNCHEAP
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
9:00 amTrail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda’s Lost Trails | SF   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
10:00 amSF’s Free “Show and Tell” Picnic in the Park for Adults (Panhandle)   FREE*
*Totally free!
10:00 amFree Outdoor Painting Gathering at GG Park’s Dahlia Dell (SF)   FREE*
*FREE
10:30 am3rd Annual San Francisco Turkish Festival (Embarcadero Plaza)   FREE*
*Free Public Festival with vendors for food and beverage purchase. Free music and dance performances all day
10:30 amGolden Gate Park “Singing in the Park” Community Party (SF)   FREE*
*Completely Free
11:00 amRex Ray Retrospective: Fall 2026 Art Show + Reception (SF)   FREE
11:00 amDistrict 7 Westwood Park Family Summit   FREE*
*Free food and childcare.
11:00 amSF’s “Fiesta de las Américas” Cultural Festival & Block Party 2026   FREE
11:00 amSecond Saturdays: ‘Round the World at Union Square (SF)   FREE*
*No RSVP required
11:00 amMoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)   FREE
12:00 pmEco SF School Farm Volunteer Work Day | SF   FREE
12:00 pm24-Hour “Moby Dick Marathon” Free Overnight Lit Party (SF)   FREE
1:00 pmSF’s ‘Kite by the Bay’ 2026: Kite Festival in the Park (Candlestick Point)   FREE
1:00 pm4th Annual Kite by the Bay at Candlestick Point (SF)   FREE*
*You must register for the event for tickets for free food.
2:00 pm“Sketchboard”: Figure Drawing Art Class & Live Music | SF   $5*
*Donation-based admission: $5-15
4:30 pm“Guttural Scream at the Sea” Massive Group Yell + BYO Fresh Bruit Picnic (The Presdio)   FREE
6:00 pmTrace by David Choong Lee Opening Reception   FREE
7:30 pmFree Salon-Style Dance Night: RAWdance Concept Series 35 (SF War Memorial)   FREE*
*pay what you can tickets
8:00 pm30th Annual SF Drag King Contest   $25*
*Ticket prices range from 25 to 60.
8:30 pmSaturday Write Fever: Insta-Plays Written & Performed | SF   FREE

Sunday, September 13, 2026

Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Sunday, September 13 – 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...

10:00 amSF’s “Inner Sunset Flea Market” 2026 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every 2nd Sunday)   FREE*
*Free Admission: All Welcome
10:00 amSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
10:00 amSunday Football Watch Party at the Irish Times   FREE*
*Drink and food specials during all Sunday games.
10:00 am5th Annual Noe Valley Art Festival   FREE*
*Free event
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/
10:30 am3rd Annual San Francisco Turkish Festival (Embarcadero Plaza)   FREE*
*Free Public Festival with vendors for food and beverage purchase. Free music and dance performances all day
11:00 amSunday Fun Days at Union Square (SF)   FREE*
*No RSVP required
11:00 am“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)   FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)   FREE
1:00 pmGolden Gate Park Band’s Symphony in the Park”: Mexican Culture Day w/ Ballet Folklorico   FREE*
*Free, but donations are welcome.
1:30 pmSF’s Free “Opera in the Park” 2026 Festival (Golden Gate Park)   FREE
2:00 pmAnime & Manga Club: An Afternoon Full Of Fun | SF   FREE

Monday, September 14, 2026

Japanese Tea Garden's Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Monday, September 14 – 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...

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 pmCyberpunk Cinema Night | Mission Dist.   FREE
7:00 pm“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)   FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after
7:00 pmSF’s Snowboard & Ski Trick Workshop w/ Pro Coaches & Trampolines (House of Air)   $40*
*Booking in advanced is recommended
8:00 pmMirthquake: Monday Live Comedy in the Richmond w/ $5 Drinks (SF)   FREE*
*free tickets, RSVP to ensure a spot, 21+

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

6:00 pmPop-Up Ready: Table and Booth Display Workshop for Small Businesses  FREE*
*free workshop, but please register on Zoom: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rZz3fwraQSmPmG3yVD6SnA#/registration
8:00 pmStarbomb  $60.46

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

SF’s Iconic Punchline Comedy Club: Secret Guest List (Scott Capurro Has Friends)
SF’s Iconic Punchline Comedy Club: Secret Guest List (Scott Capurro Has Friends)
Wednesday, September 16 – 7:30 pm - Ends at 9:30 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...

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 am“Biblio Bistro” Farmers’ Market Cooking School | UN Plaza   FREE
12:00 pmPeople in Plazas: Emily Day Swingtet (SF)   FREE
12:00 pmPeople in Plazas: Soul/Funk Concert (SF)   FREE
2:00 pmFree Art Workshop: Dreamlike Diorama   
6:00 pmMusic: the Gathering   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, September 17, 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, September 17 – 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...

7:00 amFree National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for Constitution Day 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.
12:00 pmPeople in Plazas: Country Concert (SF)   FREE
3:00 pmThe Presidio 250th Birthday Celebration (SF)   FREE*
*RSVP at presidiointerfaith@gmail.com
5:00 pmSecond Annual Blossom into Autumn: A Fundraiser for Oasis for Girls   $20*
*100% of ticket sales and 30% of all bar sales go directly to support local youth.

Friday, September 18, 2026

Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Flower Piano 2026: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 10-20)
Friday, September 18 – 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...

7:00 pmSF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)   FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
9:30 pmSecret Guest List: Cobb’s Free Comedy Nights (“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.
11:00 amSan Francisco Greek Food Festival (Sept. 18-20)   FREE*
*Free Admission
11:00 am2026 San Francisco Greek Festival (Sept. 18-20)   FREE