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San Francisco… land of the free. Here’s just the free stuff in SF and the Bay Area. Keep your wallet in your pocket and enjoy!

Sunday, March 23

FREE: Oakland “HellaSecret” Comedy Show (Sunday)
FREE: Oakland "HellaSecret" Comedy Show (Sunday)

Get ready for our “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay. We’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location. This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a ...

Sunday “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at SF’s New Black-Owned Comedy Club (The Function)
Sunday "Hayes Valley Comedy Night" at SF's New Black-Owned Comedy Club (The Function)

Welcome to the heart of laughter right on the edge of SF’s vibrant Hayes Valley district! Step into a world of hilarity and at the newest addition to the city’s comedy scene – a chic, upscale comedy club boasting avant-garde decor, an upstairs lounge and a roster of top-notch comedians. ...

Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, March 23 – 9:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Sunset Mercantile (Outer Sunset)
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile

Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday

The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair (March 21-23)
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair (March 21-23)

We are excited to invite you to join us at The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair for a multi-day weekend event held monthly at our historic building located in the heart of San Francisco! Originally the William Randolph Hearst printing plant built in the ...

Sunday Women’s Community Hike
Sunday, March 23 – 10:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donation-Based. Even a Dollar Helps!
| Samuel P Taylor State Park
Sunday Women's Community Hike
Are you looking to get outdoors and meet other women like you? Come join us! These day hikes are a great way to go outside, get some fresh air, learn some new hiking spots, and meet others who enjoy the outdoors. Spring dates include: February 16 March 23 April ...
Game Market West (San Jose)
Sunday, March 23 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free entry, no conditions just show up!
| Guildhouse
Game Market West (San Jose)
Game Market West is a tabletop game market where local independent designers show off and sell their newest board/card games with an open play area. ​Special Guest: Tom Lehmann will meet fans and sign games from 11 AM to 1 PM (designer of Race for the Galaxy, Res ...
Free “Sunday Fundays” Kids Festival: Make Karl the Fog” Hanging Mobile Craft (Union Square)
Sunday, March 23 – 11:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Free "Sunday Fundays" Kids Festival: Make Karl the Fog” Hanging Mobile Craft (Union Square)

Calling all kids and their families! Join us for fun and free drop-in S.T.E.A.M. activities led by Maker Studio Kidz. Activities geared towards kids aged 5 – 12. Caretaker supervision is required at all times.  11am – 2pm Spring 2025 Schedule Feb 9: Easy Beading with Even Howard of SF Etsy Feb 16: Chinese New Year Paper Lanterns ...Every Sunday

“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)
Sunday, March 23 – 11:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Weather permitting (rain cancels)
| JFK Drive Lindy Hop Spot
"Lindy in the Park" Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)

Get ready to swing in Golden Gate Park every sunny Sunday at “Lindy in the Park,” a weekly free event near the de Young Museum, when the streets of Golden Gate Park are closed to traffic and the dancers take over. This in person event resumed ...Every Sunday

SF’s “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, March 23 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
SF's "Sundays at the Beach" Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)

Come flow with us every 4th Sundays! After the community yoga class, enjoy a cup of coffee on us at @javabeachsf to warm you up from our San Francisco summer weather. 12pm, Judah and Great Highway Park BYO mat and coffee mug. No registration required, ...Monthly

Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, March 23 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Skatin' Place
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)

There is a place in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park that is heaven for Bay Area inline skaters and roller skaters who like to boogie to the funky beat on wheels. The Godfather of Skate brings his mobile DJ unit and plays groovy tunes for ...Every Sunday

“Bloom Shaboom” Block Party
Sunday, March 23 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Portola Neighborhood
"Bloom Shaboom" Block Party
Join Family Connections Centers for our annual block party Bloom Shaboom, a celebration of art, nature, and community! This year’s event will include: • arts and crafts for kids • adult art-making activities • gardening activities • yard games • live music • and more! Bloom Shaboom is a free celebration, with fun ...
Big Vegan Flavor Cookbook Club (Potluck) at SF’s Francisco Park
Sunday, March 23 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Francisco Park
Big Vegan Flavor Cookbook Club (Potluck) at SF's Francisco Park
Calling all foodies! Bring a prepared recipe from the cookbook Big Vegan Flavor to share! Don’t have the cookbook? I can send you a screenshot of some recipes if you email me at grace.hirschfeld@gmail.com! + the San Francisco Public library has copies to borrow!
SF’s 3rd Annual D11 Holi Street Party + Color Fight (2025)
Sunday, March 23 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free entry, Holi color fight, family friendly
| The Check-In Lounge
SF's 3rd Annual D11 Holi Street Party + Color Fight (2025)
Come join for the 3rd annual D11 Holi Street Party on Sunday March 23 from 1pm to 4pm. Color fight starts at 2.30pm. Family Friendly event.
2025 San Francisco Sail Grand Prix (March 22-23)
2025 San Francisco Sail Grand Prix (March 22-23)

High speed, high tech, high drama in San Francisco The second installment of March’s American double header, the fan favorite location of San Francisco promises a racing masterclass against the iconic backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge on March 22-23, 2025 Hosting more boat-on-boat racing ...

“Duuunk It” Monthly Ocean Beach Party & Cold Plunge (SF)
Sunday, March 23 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Ocean Beach San Francisco
"Duuunk It" Monthly Ocean Beach Party & Cold Plunge (SF)
Monthly beach party with optional cold plunge at Ocean Beach, across from Java Beach Café on Judah St that started January 2025. Bring a towel, bathing suit, layers, bravery, warm beverage, good vibes, and an inexplicable desire to DUNK it. 2 pm meet and greet at the ...
2025 Holi Festival at City Center (San Ramon)
Sunday, March 23 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | City Center Bishop Ranch
2025 Holi Festival at City Center (San Ramon)
Join us for Holi, the vibrant Indian spring festival of color and joy. Experience the energy of music, dancing, and the playful tradition of throwing colors on Bishop Drive. Gather your friends and family, and welcome the season with a burst of color, laughter, and ...
Give Me Light Art Opening
Sunday, March 23 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Personal Space
Give Me Light Art Opening
Give Me Light Curated by Isaac Vazquez-Avila March 23 – May 4, 2025 Opening Reception: Sunday March 23, 2-5pm Live music by Paon. Beverages & dj by Village Featuring work by: Lucas Degiulio Jason Roberts Dobrin Terry Powers Brody Reiman Julia Schwartz Isaac Vazquez-Avila Ryan Whelan   Give Me Light, curated by Isaac Vazquez-Avila, marks the first in a ...
Free Rock Show at Kilowatt (SF)
Sunday, March 23 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*21+
| Kilowatt
Free Rock Show at Kilowatt (SF)
Three live local bands at the historic Kilowatt bar. Free entry, great tunes, solid people.
Unplug & Play Collective
Sunday, March 23 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*$15 suggested donation
| The Crepe House
Unplug & Play Collective
Escape the digital grind, leave your cell phone at the door, and detox at The Crepe House to bring in Spring. Enjoy a Sunday evening of screen-free mingling surrounded by a community of like-minded people looking to unplug and play! WHY JOIN? This event carves out dedicated ...
Open Mic Music & Talent Showcase
Sunday, March 23 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*All are welcome!
| Clarion Performing Arts Center
Open Mic Music & Talent Showcase
NOTE: For the Poets we have a separate Open Mic every 3rd Saturday 1-3pm (RSVP to 3rd Saturday Poetry in Chinatown).   PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU SIGN UP TO PERFORM: Clarion’s Music Open Mic and Talent Show entertains a specific audience that enjoys pop and classical songs and ...