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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!

Thursday, April 24

Free Drive-in Movie Night 2025 (Concord)
Thursday, April 24 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Arrive early; the drive-in fills up quickly on free nights
| Solano 2 Drive-In
Free Drive-in Movie Night 2025 (Concord)

The West Wind Drive-in Free Movie Night is returning on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at theaters in Concord and San Jose. On their free movie nights, they usually have music, games, and of course, free movies for the whole family. Gates open at 6 pm. ...

Free Drive-in Movie Night 2025 (San Jose)
Thursday, April 24 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Arrive early; the drive-in fills up quickly on free nights
| West Wind Capitol Drive-In
Free Drive-in Movie Night 2025 (San Jose)

The West Wind Drive-in Free Movie Night is returning on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at theaters in Concord and San Jose. On their free movie nights, they usually have music, games, and of course, free movies for the whole family. Gates open at 6 pm. ...

“Connect to College” College of San Mateo Open House
Thursday, April 24 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| College of San Mateo, Building 10, 2nd Floor
CSM’s Open House, Connect to College, returns on Thursday, April 24! Join us from 6–8 pm on Thursday, April 24, for an exciting night on campus for newly admitted and prospective students and their families. It’s a great opportunity to explore everything CSM has to offer. The ...
Street Versed: Skateboard Poetry and Storytelling Hosted by Jose Vadi (SF Main Library)
Thursday, April 24 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*No charge
| San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium
Street Versed: Skateboard Poetry and Storytelling Hosted by Jose Vadi (SF Main Library)
The documentation and presentation of skateboarding through photography, videography and the written word is a type of storytelling that builds the unique lingo and architectural lens that connects skaters to each other and, in the case of San Francisco, the cities they call home. Skateboarding’s increased ...
Performance: Poets Lisa Rosenberg, Carolyn Goodwin and E. K. Keith
Thursday, April 24 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library, Main, Latino Room
Performance: Poets Lisa Rosenberg, Carolyn Goodwin and E. K. Keith
San Francisco Poet Laureate emerita Kim Shuck invites poets Lisa Rosenberg, Carolyn Goodwin and E. K. Keith to read from their works.
Ales & Tales Comedy Show at Blue Oak Brewing Co
Thursday, April 24 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Show
| Blue Oak Brewing Company
Ales & Tales Comedy Show at Blue Oak Brewing Co
This is the Fifth Ever Stand-Up Comedy Show at Blue Oak Brewing Co and it goes down on Thursday, April 24th. Come and watch some of the top comedians in the Bay Area while enjoying the best beer in the Bay Area. This comedy show ...
Free Movie Night (San Jose)
Free Movie Night (San Jose)
We’re rolling out the red carpet (and the bounce houses!) for a night of FREE movies, fun, and family vibes at West Wind San Jose! Come watch some of the year’s most exciting films—all under the stars. Free Movie Night at West Wind San Jose! Thursday, April ...
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)
Thursday, April 24 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 11:59 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Absolutely free for all!
| 16th & Mission BART (southwest streetcorner)
16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

Time: 9pm to 12am, Celebrating 20 years in May 2023 (currently 19 years strong). Instagram: @16thmission. For 18 years, this outdoor “open mic-without-a-mic” has welcomed poets, musicians, emcees, comedy, and everything in between. In the best of San Francisco tradition, everyone is welcome, ...Every Thursday

Friday, April 25

Bay Area Dance Week Kickoff Celebration & “One Dance” (2025)
Friday, April 25 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*100% FREE, no registration required
| Union Square Park
Bay Area Dance Week Kickoff Celebration & "One Dance" (2025)
Join us to kickoff Bay Area Dance Week with a family friendly community celebration! Bay Area Dance Week Kickoff Celebration & “One Dance” Friday, April 25, 2025 | 12p – 1p Union Square, SF FREE – RSVP Rhythm & Motion will lead “One Dance” a routine designed for all participants ...
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)
SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)

Inspired by the blockbuster movie, see some of the Bay Area’s top comedians at San Francisco’s Crazy Funny Asians comedy showcase, presented by Funcheap and HellaFunny. Let’s celebrate the Bay’s Asian-American culture and heritage with laughs at a secret location – a two-floor comedy club near ...Every Friday

FREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (7p + 9p Shows)
FREE: Oakland's HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (7p + 9p Shows)

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 ...

San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)
Friday, April 25 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
| Mayes Oyster House
San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)

Welcome to San Francisco’s newest comedy night, spotlighting the vibrant humor of People of Color! Prepare for an evening of laughter as HellaFunny showcases handpicked talent that normally performs at Cobb’s, SF Sketchfest, and the Punch Line. Our lineup celebrates the diversity of the Bay Area’s comedic ...Every Saturday

Free “Rush Hour Comedy Night” Friday Night (San Francisco)
Friday, April 25 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| The Function
Free "Rush Hour Comedy Night" Friday Night (San Francisco)

Welcome to ‘Rush Hour Comedy Night’ where laughter knows no bounds and cultural collisions are the name of the game. Join our dynamic duo of black and Asian comedians as they embark on a whirlwind adventure through the streets of humor, weaving together their diverse backgrounds and ...Every Friday

Laugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)
Friday, April 25 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
| Mayes Oyster House
Laugh GPT: SF's First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025)

The robot revolution is upon us, and they’ve infiltrated the world of comedy! Join us for “Laugh GPT,” the AI-powered comedy show that might just be humanity’s last stand-up hurrah. Laugh GPT was recently featured in the Washington Post! As artificial intelligence advances, who knows how ...Every Friday

“The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)
Friday, April 25 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
| Moe Greens
"The Stoner Comedy Jam" Friday Nights (SF)

You know what makes stand-up comedy funnier? Smoking while watching it live! Come to San Francisco’s premiere cannabis club Moe Greens every Friday night for a night of laughter and, well, getting stoned. HellaFunny is taking over the cannabis lounge at Moe Greens for the ...Every Friday

Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Japanese Tea Garden's Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)

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 Golden Gate Park. Originally created as a “Japanese Village” exhibit for the 1894 California ...Every Friday

Presidio Forest Stewards at Brooks Reforestation
Friday, April 25 – 9:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Registration Required
| Presidio of San Francisco
Presidio Forest Stewards at Brooks Reforestation
Forest Stewards tend to young trees in the Presidio’s reforestation areas. Learn about urban forestry and arboriculture, while assisting with forest maintenance through planting, weeding, mulching, and other stewardship activities.​ Check the Presidio Trust website for additional updates. Groups Groups of five or more require special arrangements and ...
Bay Area Dance Week 2025 w/ 150+ Free Events (April 25–May 4)
Friday, April 25 – All Day | Cost: FREE | Various Locations
Bay Area Dance Week 2025 w/ 150+ Free Events (April 25–May 4)

From April 25 to May 4th, enjoy 10 days of free dance events (classes, workshops, performances, open rehearsals, and more) happening all over the Bay Area. Watch inspiring artists, practice your favorite style, or discover a new groove. Visit the Bay Area Dance Week Hub ...

Thrive City “Little Bears” Outdoor Free Music Class for Kids (Every Friday)
Friday, April 25 – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Thrive City
Thrive City "Little Bears" Outdoor Free Music Class for Kids (Every Friday)

Bring your little bears to Thrive City to shake, rattle, and rock ‘n’ roll! Little Bears teachers create musical journeys focusing on socialization, musical appreciation, and the deep embodiment of rhythm and melody. Allow them to learn and interact with music as a joyful expression ...Every Friday

“Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)
"Pay-What-You-Can" Taco Day at SF's Tato (Every Friday)

While many restaurants are struggling, San Francisco Mexican restaurant TATO wants to give back. They’re bringing back their “Taco Love” special which features a two taco plate with sides, and pay-what-you-can pricing. Pay-What-You-Can Taco Day Tato 4608 3rd St. (@ McKinnon) San Francisco (Bayview) Every ...Every Friday