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Free Brain Brew Community Day: Brain Games, Lunch & Coffee (SF)

Brain Brew Ride / Krishna Bhatt

Spend a Sunday exploring the brain, sharing a meal and connecting with your neighbors at Brain Brew Community Day—a free, family-friendly event at Buchanan YMCA.

Join us on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for hands-on brain-themed activities, “Brain Olympics” games, local coffee sampling and lunch. Visit the memory wall, learn about brain health and enjoy time with family, friends and neighbors.

Organized by high school students Krishna Bhatt and Govind Krishnan, Brain Brew brings generations together to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Families, older adults, students and care partners are welcome.

Admission is free, and lunch is included. Donations are optional (through recommended, ~$25) and support the Alzheimer’s Association and Michael J. Fox Foundation.

When: Sunday, October 18, 2026, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Buchanan YMCA, 1530 Buchanan Street, San Francisco
RSVP: https://forms.gle/TBYodKPwEr8REew2A
Questions: krishbhatt2019@gmail.com

This listing is for the October 18 Community Day. The October 17 ride and October 24 Walk mentioned on the flyer are separate activities.

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*
*Free admission, with lunch included. Recommended donations of $25 support the Alzheimer’s Association and Michael J. Fox Foundation. Walk-ins welcome + RSVP through the event link.
Categories: *Top Pick*, Charity & Volunteering, Community, Free Food, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families
Venue: Buchanan YMCA
Address: 1530 Buchanan Street, San Francisco, CA 94115

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