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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!

Friday, June 19

“Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries
| OMCA (Oakland Museum of California)
"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

The Town’s favorite block party, Friday Nights at OMCA, is back for the 2026 season, inviting the Bay to kick off the weekend with the crew—whether family, friends, or neighbors. Join us every Friday, April–October, at 5 pm for a free evening of live music, interactive activities, ...Every Friday

“Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend, but food/drink for purchase
| Fort Mason Center
"Off the Grid" Fort Mason: Friday Night Market w/ 110+ Vendors (2026)

Fort Mason Night Market returns for 2026 with food trucks, craft vendors & live music on the waterfront. San Francisco’s popular waterfront night market is back for 2026. The Fort Mason Night Market returns monthly from April through December, bringing together local food vendors, craft ...

Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Chilpancingo Park
Pleasant Hill Night Market: Food, Music & Performances

Pleasant Hill Night Market Will Return in May 2026 After a successful first season, the Night Market will be back in May 2026 with food, music, merchandise, activities and more! Visit Pleasant Hill California for more info. After getting so much love and support from ...

$1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)
Friday, June 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 11:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
| Monroe
$1 Drink Fridays: "Battle of the Decades" DJ Party (North Beach)

Fridays are now a little bit more awesome. Did someone say $1 drinks? Monroe in North Beach hosts “Battle of the Decades” DJ party and happy hour every Friday with a DJ spinning progressive tunes. Every hour is a different decade – with drink prices ...Every Friday

20th Annual “Music on the Square” Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)
Friday, June 19 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE! ALL AGES!
| Courthouse Square
20th Annual "Music on the Square" Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started. From Music on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? ...Every Friday

Saturday, June 20

SF’s “Secondhand Saturday” 2025 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every Third Saturday)
Saturday, June 20 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission
| Sunset Community Mercantile
SF's "Secondhand Saturday" 2025 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every Third Saturday)

Launching April 18th, one of San Francisco’s favorite vintage and makers market is returning for it’s fifth season! Come celebrate Earth Day at the 2026 season launch of Secondhand Saturday! A curated, stylish, and modern take on the traditional flea market, featuring over 60 vintage ...Monthly

SF’s 11-block Annual North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Columbus Ave. and Green Streets
SF’s 11-block Annual North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)

Join us for North Beach Festival 2026 presented by Zoox from 11am to 7pm on Saturday, June 20th & Sunday, June 21st (Father’s Day weekend!) as we celebrate the vibrant and historic North Beach. North Beach Festival Saturday-Sunday, June 20-21, 2026 | 11a-7p Columbus and ...

SF’s 2026 “Glen Park Night Market” (June-Sept.)
Saturday, June 20 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Kern Street & Diamond Street
SF's 2026 "Glen Park Night Market" (June-Sept.)

Join us for an evening under the stars at the Glen Park Night Market — a vibrant community celebration of art, music, and small businesses. Browse booths from local artists and makers, enjoy live music and DJ sets, grab bites from neighborhood favorites, visit with ...

“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

“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, June 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

SF Dragon Boat Festival: 2026 Friendship Races on Lake Merced (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 8:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Lake Merced
SF Dragon Boat Festival: 2026 Friendship Races on Lake Merced (June 20-21)

San Francisco’s 2026 Dragon Boat Festival spans two weekends in June, starting with an opening celebration in Chinatown on June 13 and followed by the Friendship Races at Lake Merced on June 20 and 21. The festival features dragon boat races, family-friendly activities, cultural programming, ...

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

Fillmore Farmer & Flea Market (African American Art & Culture Complex)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | African American Art & Culture Complex
Fillmore Farmer & Flea Market (African American Art & Culture Complex)
The Fillmore Farmer and Flea Market is a monthly open-air event at the African American Art & Culture Complex in San Francisco’s Western Addition. The market features local businesses and vendors, offering fresh produce and unique finds to support and celebrate the community. Original Event Description: _Fillmore ...
2026 San Francisco Juneteenth Parade (Market Street to Fulton Plaza)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:30 pm | Cost: FREE | One Market Plaza
2026 San Francisco Juneteenth Parade (Market Street to Fulton Plaza)

San Francisco’s Juneteenth Parade returns for its fourth annual celebration in 2026, honoring Black freedom, heritage, achievement, and community with a citywide gathering in the heart of downtown SF. SF Juneteenth Market St Parade & Block Party 2026 Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 11am–3:30pmMarket Street ...

North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
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| Columbus Ave
North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Join us for North Beach Festival 2026 from 11am to 7pm on Saturday, June 20th & Sunday, June 21st, 2026! Discover San Francisco’s “Little Italy,” a vibrant and historic neighborhood known for its rich Italian heritage, scenic views, lively nightlife, cultural festivals, and iconic landmarks like ...
SF’s North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)
Saturday, June 20 – 11:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE | North Beach
SF’s North Beach Festival 2026 (June 20-21)

Considered one of the country’s original outdoor festivals, the North Beach Festival celebrates its 72nd year in historic North Beach in 2026 with 200+ vendors on 11 blocks, beer gardens, live music, art, Italian Street Painting, the blessing of the animals, and much more. And it all ...

Golden Gate Park “The Whale’s Tail” Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)
Saturday, June 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission and entertainment for all ages. Dogs and bikes welcome. Food and beverages available for purchase.
| The Whale's Tale Garden Bar
Golden Gate Park "The Whale's Tail" Beer/Wine Garden + Live Music (Summer 2026)

The Whale’s Tale is a seasonal, open-air destination for live music, food and drinks, community programming and relaxing afternoons. Open Saturdays and Sundays and select holidays beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Whale’s Tail features a rotating lineup of musical acts throughout the season, weekly free ...Every Saturday

“SF Weens” Annual Dachshund BBQ Potluck (Crissy Field)
Saturday, June 20 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Potluck—bring a dish to share. Sign up required via link in bio.
| Crissy Field / East Bluff Picnic Area
"SF Weens" Annual Dachshund BBQ Potluck (Crissy Field)
Join the SF Weens community for their annual BBQ Potluck at Crissy Field’s East Bluff Picnic Area. This outdoor, dog-friendly event encourages attendees to sign up and bring a favorite dish to share. Participation is free, but advance sign-up via the organizer’s bio link is ...