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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!

Saturday, December 20

“Crazy Funny Asians” Free Comedy Showcase (SF)
"Crazy Funny Asians" Free Comedy Showcase (SF)

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 SF’s brand new comedy club on Market St – ...Every Saturday

FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)
FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (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 ...

“Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)
"Puff Puff Laugh" SF's Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)

Puff Puff Laugh is Back! And now we’re on Saturdays! HellaFunny is taking over one of SF’s premier cannabis lounges, Moe Greens, for a night of “Puff Puff Laugh.” That’s right… it’s the only comedy show in San Francisco where you can (legally in California) get high ...Every Saturday

Free Tix: HellaSecret “Desi Comedy Night” Live in SF (7p + 9p)
Saturday, December 20 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 10:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $25 at door without RSVP
| Secret Location (SF)
Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

It’s the return of San Francisco’s only weekly HellaDesi Comedy Night with HellaFunny and Funcheap at a HellaSecret comedy venue with easy access to BART. See a showcase of some of the Bay Area’s top comedians of Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi, Afghan, and South Asian descent ...Every Saturday

“Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)
Saturday, December 20 – 9:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP Required
| The Function
"Rush Hour Comedy Night" w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)

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

SF’s Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)
Saturday, December 20 – 10:00 pm - Ends at 11:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| The Function
SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

Welcome to The HellaFunny Olympics where the best San Francisco comedians go head-to-head against the best Oakland comedians in a classic Battle of the Bay. Who will win? You decide! Teams of comedians representing their city will engage in an epic joke off, trading jokes back and forth until ...Every Saturday

Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

, the de Young offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require the full admission price. Saturdays feature engaging art experiences for the entire family, ...Every Saturday

Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)
Free "Legion of Honor" Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)

 the Legion of Honor offers free general admission to the permanent galleries to Bay Area residents. Advanced tickets are required, and capacity is limited due to COVID-19 precautions. Please note that admission to any special exhibits is not included nor discounted and will require ...Every Saturday

Chabot Space & Science Center’s Winter Fest
Saturday, December 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE for Members, $24 Adults, $19 Children (2-12) and Seniors (65+)
| Chabot Space & Science Center
Chabot Space & Science Center's Winter Fest

WinterFest December 20th – 21st | 10AM-5PM FREE for Members, $24 Adults, $19 Children (2-12) and Seniors (65+) Step into a world of icy planets and faraway galaxies this winter at Chabot! With festive tunes and a variety of interactive activities blending science and seasonal cheer, ...

Union Square’s Festive “Winter Walk” 2025 (Dec. 13-24)
Saturday, December 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Lower Stockton Street
Union Square's Festive "Winter Walk" 2025 (Dec. 13-24)

Winter Walk Presented by JPMorganChase, San Francisco’s signature holiday event, returns to Union Square December 13-24, 2025 for a 12-day celebration that transforms two blocks of Stockton Street into a festive holiday destination. This annual event will once again feature a holiday marketplace, food trucks, ...

The Wardrobe Project Flea (Rockridge BART Plaza)
Saturday, December 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free for all ages!
| Rockridge BART
The Wardrobe Project Flea (Rockridge BART Plaza)
A monthly vintage & makers market hosted by Oakland vintage shop The Wardrobe Project (located 1.5 blocks down college ave). Explore an incredible array of vintage clothing, accessories, furniture, home decor, jewelry, records and more as well as creations & handmade goods from local makers. ...
Rodeo Holiday “Indoors by the Bay” Market (East Bay)
Saturday, December 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Waterfront Rodeo
Get ready for a festive holiday market filled with rodeo fun, all indoors by the bay – it’s gonna be a blast! Come join us at The Waterfront Rodeo for a festive shopping experience at our Indoors by the Bay market! Get into the holiday spirit ...
SFMade’s 1st Ever “Holiday Pop-Up Store” (Final Day)
Saturday, December 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 2 Embarcadero Center
SFMade's 1st Ever "Holiday Pop-Up Store" (Final Day)

This holiday season, SFMade is hosting their first-ever Holiday Pop-Up Store: a 3-week retail destination at Two Embarcadero Center showcasing the incredible products made by our members right here in San Francisco! December 2nd to 20th, we’ll be transforming a storefront into a curated shopping ...

SF’s New “Fairmont Holiday Rooftop Faire” w/ Epic City Views (Dec. 19-21)
Saturday, December 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Fairmont (San Francisco)
SF's New "Fairmont Holiday Rooftop Faire" w/ Epic City Views (Dec. 19-21)

This winter, local artisans will be part of a brand-new holiday experience: the Fairmont Holiday Rooftop Faire, in the quaint gardens of the legendary Fairmont San Francisco. This unique open-air market will bring the charm of a European holiday village to Nob Hill—complete with lights, festive ...

“Love the City” Winter Wonderland Food & Toy Giveaway
Saturday, December 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | 4705 3rd Street
"Love the City" Winter Wonderland Food & Toy Giveaway
Ruth Williams Opera House and Mobilize Love invite you to join us for an afternoon of FREE food, toys, and festive fun for the whole family! NOTE: Every child and adult must have a ticket registered under their own name. You cannot register for multiple tickets ...
2025 Holidays on Fourth Street: SF Chorus Carolers | Berkeley
Saturday, December 20 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Fourth Street (Berkeley)
2025 Holidays on Fourth Street: SF Chorus Carolers | Berkeley

Dazzling Holiday Lights Each Night On each night starting at dusk, Fourth Street street sparkles with cheer every night at about 5PM. Holiday lights embroider every tree and glowing balls of light dangle from the branches. Enjoy the three blocks of beauty with friends and ...

Faction Winter Market w/ 35+ Vendors + Craft Beer (Alameda)
Saturday, December 20 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Faction Brewing
Faction Winter Market w/ 35+ Vendors + Craft Beer (Alameda)
A cozy Bay Area Winter Market featuring local small businesses, delicious food, craft beer, and festive community vibes. Join us for the Bay Area Winter Market at Faction Brewing — a festive day of shopping, sipping, and supporting local! Get into the holiday spirit at one of ...
4th Annual Caroling Fun Sing Along + Hot Cocoa (Novato)
Saturday, December 20 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Donation Tickets (optional)
| Hamilton Amphitheater Park
4th Annual Caroling Fun Sing Along + Hot Cocoa (Novato)
Join in the Holiday Cheer for all to hear on December 20, 2025, Saturday from 3-5 pm. Watch then promenade as Comfort & Joy Carolers sing for us at Hamilton historic stopping points. Join in as we promenade singing our holiday favorite jingles in between ...
Check Out 20+ SF Fire Stations Light Up for the Holidays + Block Parties (2025)
Check Out 20+ SF Fire Stations Light Up for the Holidays + Block Parties (2025)
San Francisco fire stations are lighting up once again for the holidays, bringing festive cheer with creative decorations and even snow machines! The city’s beloved Fire Station Community Holiday Decorations Competition is back for its sixth year, spreading joy and raising funds for local charities. What ...
Saturday Karaoke Night w/ Waterfront Views at Brooklyn Basin (Oakland)
Saturday, December 20 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*ALL AGES - FREE
| The Lumpia Company
Saturday Karaoke Night w/ Waterfront Views at Brooklyn Basin (Oakland)

Grab the mic and bring the hype! Join us every Saturday night at Lumpia Company in Brooklyn Basin for Karaoke Night — where your shower voice becomes the main event. Whether you’re a powerhouse belter, a boy band throwback queen, or just vibing with your friends, we’ve got the ...Every Saturday