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Free Bay Lights Countdown Return Celebration: “Lite Up The Nite” (SF)

Friday, March 20, 2026 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Downtown SF / Embarcadero | 1 Market Street San Francisco, CA

Event Details

​Celebrate the return of the Bay Lights from the best vantage point in town, Big Art Loop – Portside! Walk with your neighbors between Pier 14 and Brannan Street Wharf as we marvel at the sparkling views on and off the water.

​Countdown begins at sundown (~ 7:30pm).

​Anchored by two sculptures on the Embarcadero, there will be art, music and surprises for the whole family to discover as we walk the between Mission and Brannan Streets.

​At Pier 14 – Corpus, by Michael Christian is a 16-foot steel sculpture exploring balance and emergence.

​At Brannan Street Wharf – Atabey’s Treasure, by NiNo Alicea is an 18-foot fish, honoring the Taino goddess of water.

​Wear your lights. Bring your people. Celebrate our City of Awe, together.

Location
Between Pier 14 and Brannan Street Wharf, San Francisco

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Block Party, Downtown San Francisco, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Outdoors, Walks & Tours
Address: 1 Market Street San Francisco, CA

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