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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, June 4

Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile 2023
Sunday, June 4 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission
| Sunset Mercantile (Outer Sunset)
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile 2023

A weekly market featuring farmers, ranchers, food artisans, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Explore all the amazing local businesses surrounding the farmers market at sunsetstrong.com. You can find us every Sunday 9am-2pm year round on 37th avenue/Ortega and every Wednesday ...Every Sunday

45th Union Street Festival: 2023 Summer in the City Kick-Off (June 3-4)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Union Street between Fillmore and Gough
45th Union Street Festival: 2023 Summer in the City Kick-Off (June 3-4)

The Union Street Festival returns to the historic and charmingly cool Cow Hollow neighborhood on June 3-4, 2023 to kick off summer in the City. While this is the 45th rendition it’s definitely a new day for one of San Francisco’s longest running street fairs. ...

Asian Art Museum: Family Fun Day (Free Admission)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Special exhibitions may require separate admission surcharge
| Asian Art Museum
Asian Art Museum: Family Fun Day (Free Admission)

Through the power of art, the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco brings the diverse cultures of Asia to life. Located in the heart of San Francisco, the museum is home to one of the world’s finest collections of Asian art, boasting more than 18,000 ...Monthly

SF’s Annual Union Street “Waiters Race” (2023)
Sunday, June 4 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Webster St. and Union St.
SF's Annual Union Street "Waiters Race" (2023)

The Union Street Festival returns to the historic and charmingly cool Cow Hollow neighborhood on June 3-4, 2023 to kick off summer in the City. While this is the 45th rendition it’s definitely a new day for one of San Francisco’s longest running street fairs. ...

Free Shakespeare in the Park 2023 “The Tempest” in Berkeley (June 3-4)
Sunday, June 4 – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | John Hinkel Park
Free Shakespeare in the Park 2023 "The Tempest" in Berkeley (June 3-4)

Inferno Theatre is the first company to reopen the free summer theater-in-the park tradition at the historic 1934 amphitheatre at John Hinkel Park after a beautiful multi-year renovation, with a live, magical production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest. What could be better than The Tempest, a play that ...

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 (and socially distant) 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 ...

SF’s 102nd Annual “Statuto” Race: North Beach to Embarcadero (2023)
Sunday, June 4 – 7:30 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free to watch
| San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
SF's 102nd Annual "Statuto" Race: North Beach to Embarcadero (2023)
The Statuto Story Running strong for 100 years! The Statuto Race commemorates the creation of the first Italian Constitution (Statuto Albertino) and is a running tradition in San Francisco. The first Statuto Race was held in North Beach in 1919. It has been run every year, except ...
Taste of the Bay Charity Car Show (Serramonte)
Taste of the Bay Charity Car Show (Serramonte)
Join us on Sunday, June 4th at Lexus of Serramonte from 10am to 12pm for one of the biggest events the car community has seen in a long time. We’ll have live music from local DJs, a collection of your favorite food and drinks from around ...
“OMG” Free San Jose Family Fesitval at Discovery Meadow (June 3-4)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Discovery Meadow
"OMG" Free San Jose Family Fesitval at Discovery Meadow (June 3-4)

Come to OMG Family Festival to celebrate the early summer with your families & friends! At the event, you will spend the most quality time and the happiest moment with your cared one. This is the first time O.M.G brings the Family Festival to San Jose and for ...

2023 Bay Area Pet Beauty Contest (June 3-4)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Discovery Meadow
2023 Bay Area Pet Beauty Contest (June 3-4)

Get ready for the ultimate pet glamour showdown!!! ALL PETS ARE WELCOME WIN A PRIZE All participating pets will receive a free gift bag How to join the contest? – Bring your pet to OMG Family Festival on 6/3 or 6/4 – Take a picture ...

Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival 2023 (June 3-4)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free Event! Art, Food & Libations available for purchase.
| Downtown Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival 2023 (June 3-4)

Community. Culture. Entertainment For All Ages. Live Bands. Local Performances. Business & Nonprofit Exhibits. Food Trucks. Downtown Dining. Libations. Art Exhibits. Artisan Vendors. Free Bike & Scooter Valet. Steps from Caltrain Station.

Thrive City Weekly Fitness Class (SF)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP while supplies last at thrivecity.com
| Thrive City
Thrive City Weekly Fitness Class (SF)

Weekly Fitness Classes Presented by Kaiser Permanente Welcome to where the Bay Area community grows stronger, together. Get ready to bring out your inner athlete and make your way to Thrive City to take part in our Weekly Fitness Classes presented by Kaiser Permanente. Throughout ...Every Wednesday

“Manny’s Neighborhood Trash Cleanup” w/ $1 Margaritas & Free Burritos (SF)
"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Margaritas & Free Burritos (SF)

Tired? Sunday Funday. Wired? Sunday done-day. Make our neighborhood better, brunch with cool people (sorry not sorry, we’re biased), get deals to some fave local spots, and wrap it up before the Sunday Scaries hit with an easy hour of picking up trash around our ...Every Sunday

2023 Sikh Day Parade + 7,000-Strong Rally at Civic Center (SF)
Sunday, June 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Civic Center (SF)
2023 Sikh Day Parade + 7,000-Strong Rally at Civic Center (SF)
Up to 7,000 people are expected for this is a Parade/March organized by Sikhs of California to remember and pay gratitude to 5th Sikh Guru, Guru Arjun Dev, who was martyred while fighting for equality, and freedom of religion. This March also remembers the martyrs ...
“Lindy in the Park” Swing Dance Party (Golden Gate Park)
Sunday, June 4 – 11:00 am | 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

Yerba Buena Art & Makers Market
Sunday, June 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens
Yerba Buena Art & Makers Market
Have fun and explore hand-crafted works by local artists while listening to free live music. Do you have that spot in your place you just can’t seem to find the perfect item for? How about that gift for your friend who’s creative? Or just a ...
“Sunday Streets” SF’s Free Street Festival & Block Party (Tenderloin)
Sunday, June 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Tenderloin
“Sunday Streets” SF's Free Street Festival & Block Party (Tenderloin)

Celebrate our milestone with us – Sunday Streets SF returns for its 15th season in 2023 with new event formats in five neighborhoods, plus the 3rd Annual Phoenix Day block party program, inviting all San Francisco residents and visitors to make joyful memories in the ...

SF’s Yerba Buena Art & Maker’s Market (First Sundays)
Sunday, June 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Gardens
SF's Yerba Buena Art & Maker's Market (First Sundays)

Mark your calendars! The Yerba Buena Art and Maker’s Market will be going on the first Sunday of the month beginning on April 2, 2023. Discover unique art, handmade creations, and live performances. Come join us for a celebration of creativity and innovation in the ...Monthly

SF’s “Head West” Marketplace (Ferry Building)
Sunday, June 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Ferry Building Back Plaza
SF's "Head West" Marketplace (Ferry Building)

HEAD WEST Marketplace is pleased to return to San Francisco’s beloved Ferry Building! Every first Sunday of the month, beginning March 5th, Head West will bring Bay Area Makers, Crafters, Designers, Artists + Vintage Merchants to the Ferry Building’s beautiful back plaza. HEAD WEST is a Local, ...Monthly

Oakland Museum of California’s Free First Sundays (OMCA)
Sunday, June 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Suggested donation of $5 for GA/ additional $6 fee for access to special exhibitions
| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California)
Oakland Museum of California's Free First Sundays (OMCA)

The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. Sunday Hours – 11am to 5pm – Please check website as hours may change seasonally Suggested donation ...Monthly