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, October 18
Filipino American International Book Festival 2026 (SF Main Library)
Sunday, October 18 – 10:30 am |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library
FilBookFest 8, the Filipino American International Book Festival, returns to the San Francisco Public Library on October 17-18, 2026. This free, two-day event celebrates Filipino American stories during Filipino American History Month with panel discussions, book signings, and readings by writers, scholars, and creatives from ...
“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
Hana Baba: Folktales from Sudan
Sunday, October 18 – 11:00 am - Ends at 11:45 am |
Cost: FREE | Belle Haven Library
Join storyteller, radio host, podcaster, and voice actor Hana Baba as she shares folktales from Sudan, the stories she grew up with in her Sudanese American home.
Through engaging storytelling, Hana introduces audiences to magical tales from a rich East African tradition: stories that build empathy, ...
“Salvi Soul Sunday” Free Block Party for SF’s Free Salvadoran Culture Festival (The Mission)
Sunday, October 18 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Excelsior & Mission
Salvi Soul Encuentro is a four-date celebration of Salvadoran heritage in San Francisco’s Excelsior and Mission Districts. The program includes Salvadoran storytelling at Casa De Apoyo, a poetry and vinyl record showcase, a bike tour tracing the legacy of Los Siete de la Raza, and ...
San Francisco Photobook Fair w/ 40+ Publishers (Oct. 17-18)
Sunday, October 18 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Harvey Milk Photo Center
San Francisco Photobook Fair brings together more than 40 publishers, artists, presses and collectives at Harvey Milk Photo Center. The two-day event features participants from Chile, the UK, China, Bangladesh, Venezuela and across the United States, with photobooks, zines, artist books and independent publishing represented. ...
“Sunday Streets” SF’s Free Street Festival & Block Party (Excelsior)
Sunday, October 18 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Excelsior Sunday Streets
San Francisco’s 2026 season of Sunday Streets returns with four events across The City. Since 2008, Sunday Streets has transformed San Francisco’s streets into car-free community spaces, bringing neighbors together for a day of connection, movement, and fun. Sunday Streets 2026 Season Schedule Please note ...
“Free Oakland Up” Market: Shop for Free Treasures (Every Friday-Sunday)
Free Oakland UP, a Social Practice Project by Jocelyn Meggait, is open Fridays through Sundays from 12–4 PM, offering free materials for art, collage, and junk journals such as ephemera, electronics parts, books, and household goods. Outdoor items are entirely free to take (just don’t ...Every Sunday
MXTX Wei Ying Birthday Cupsleeve Event (SF)
Fan hosted MXTX cupskeeve
We are happy to announce our upcoming MXTX Cupsleeve Come celebrate Wei Ying’s birthday day with us 🥰 Cosplay is optional but feel free to come in any danmei cosplay if you would like We plan to have a cake celebration again ...
The 5th Annual Berkeley Bird Festival
The Berkeley Bird Festival
Sunday, October 18th
berkeleybirdfestival.org
The David Brower Center | 2150 Allston Way, Berkeley (12-5pm)
Birding Field Trips | Various Parks Around Berkeley (8am-5pm)
Free | Family-Friendly | All Ages
Every bird holds a memory. Every memory holds a meaning. Across different cultures and communities, across time ...
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party (SF)
Sunday, October 18 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Skatin' Place
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
Earthquake Preparedness Fair (SF)
Join our Earthquake Preparedness Fair! Meet local response teams, grab free lunch, and the first 100 to register get a free $50 Go Bag!
Our Earthquake Preparedness Fair is a free community event designed to help neighbors get ready for the unexpected.
Meet representatives from:
Neighborhood Emergency Response ...
SF’s “Balboa Block Party” 2026 (Greenwich/Fillmore)
Sunday, October 18 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Greenwich and Fillmore
Balboa Cafe’s Balboa Block Party returns October 18 at Greenwich and Fillmore in San Francisco. The street fundraiser supports the PlumpJack Foundation and is promoted with espressotinis and community gathering.
Since 1913, Balboa Cafe has served as one of San Francisco’s oldest restaurant where it all ...
“Sun Dial” Punk Art Market w/ Live Music + Tattoos (Oakland)
Sunday, October 18 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Vetiver
Sun Dial: Punk Art Market takes place at Vetiver in Oakland with clothing, jewelry, tattoos, and art vendors. The all-ages event has no cover and includes live music by Jaguar Ride at 5 PM.
Original Event Description:
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Reduce Plastic Waste Through Creative Reuse (SF Main Library)
Transform everyday film plastics into durable, leather-like sheets using heat and pressure. Learn how to fuse materials such as newspaper delivery bags and soft plastic packaging into reusable textiles that can be cut, sewn, and shaped like fabric. Tara de la Garza of Inventurous demonstrates ...
Crawfish Boil Block Party w/ Live Zydeco (Berkeley)
The Boil Block Party
Second Line Pleasure Club comes to the Gilman Wine Block
Sunday, October 18 · 3 to 8 PM · Gilman Wine Block, Berkeley
1340 5th St, Berkeley, CA
Free entry. All ages. Crawfish by pre-order.
Website
A California crawfish boil with Louisiana soul. Live music, Creole food, ...
Monday, October 19
Oakland’s Free “Town Biz” Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)
Get ready for TownBiz Comedy Night in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood—a celebration of Oakland comedy and culture with a series of pop-up live shows across the Bay by HellaFunny. This HellaFunny comedy night takes place at the just-opened Mesa Maguey, an upscale agave bar and Oaxcacan restaurant that’s a perfect date-night ...Every Monday
Free SF Comedy Show “Hayes Valley Comedy Night” at The Function (Every Monday)
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. ...
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 Monday
SF Arcade Bar “Emporium” 8 Free Game Tokens for “Industry Night” (Every Monday)
Emporium Arcade Bar San Francisco, the dynamic venue known for its classic arcade games, colorful, fun-loving atmosphere, and renowned drink menu, now offers 8 free game tokens for anyone in “the industry” – so we’re assuming barstaff, restaurant staff, nightlife staff. Monday Nights are for ...Every Monday
“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)
at Madrone, dance the night away with hosts DJ Gordo Cabeza and guest DJS spinning originals, exclusive remixes, and close relatives of your favorite Motown songs during M.O.M. Motown on Mondays. Motown on Mondays Every Monday | 7 pm to 2 am Madrone ...Every Monday
