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Free “Sunday Fundays” Kids Festival: Make Tulip Art (Union Square)

Every Sunday Through April 30th.
Sunday, April 6, 2025 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Union Square Park | Geary and Powell, San Francisco, CA

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Free “Sunday Fundays” Kids Festival in SF’s Union Square (Spring 2025)

Calling all kids and their families! Join us for fun and free drop-in S.T.E.A.M. activities led by Maker Studio Kidz. Activities geared towards kids aged 5 – 12. Caretaker supervision is required at all times.  11am – 2pm

Spring 2025 Schedule

  • Feb 9: Easy Beading with Even Howard of SF Etsy
  • Feb 16: Chinese New Year Paper Lanterns
  • Feb 23: 3D Picasso-Inspired Portraits
  • Mar 3: Spy-Themed Morse Code Bracelets
  • Mar 9: SF-Themed Collaborative Mural Banner
  • Mar 16: DIY Mini Victorian Houses
  • Mar 23: “Karl the Fog” Hanging Mobile Craft
  • Mar 30: SF-Themed Make Your Own Comic Book/Zine
  • Apr 6: Tulip-themed Mixed Media Craft
  • Apr 13: Cherry Blossom-themed Mixed Media Craft
  • Apr 20: Pom Pom Easter Animal Craft
  • Apr 27: Bumble Bee Puppet Making

 

Union Square Plaza (333 Post Street) is your 2025 destination for fun, free outdoor programming. Come out to the park Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a kids zone, giant games, recess cart, and reading and chess pavilion or break a sweat, listen to music or discover a new hobby. This week we have live music, a pirate party for kids, a cardio dance workout, chess and juggling lessons, crafts activities including an abstract dot collage and mural banner, an Irish heritage celebration, and more!

Union Square’s New Programs – THROUGH APRIL 30, 2025

Union Square will now host a variety of free activities from Tuesdays through Sundays, catering to both children and adults. Here’s what to expect:

Daily (Tuesday – Sunday, 9 AM – 6 PM):

  • Kids Zone: Padded turf, large foam play blocks, and children’s furniture
  • Recess Cart: Fun activities for kids
  • Big Games: Giant versions of classic games
  • Reading & Chess Pavilion: Books, chess, and other tabletop games

Weekly Highlights

Tuesday
10 – 11 AM: Toddler Tuesday
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Tuesday Blues (Live Music)

Wednesday
5 – 6 PM: Cardio Dance Wednesdays

Thursday
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Lunchbreak Music
4 – 6 PM: Crafternoon (Arts & Crafts)

Friday
10 AM – 1 PM: Chess Lessons & Social

Saturday
Noon – 2 PM: Juggling Lessons
11 AM – 2 PM: Second Saturdays Around the World (Monthly on Feb. 8, March 8, April 12)

Sunday
11 AM – 2 PM: Sunday Fundays (Jan. 30 – April 30, Powell St.)

New Amenities to Enjoy

Union Square is also adding new seating areas, games, and interactive spaces, making it an ideal place to relax, play, and socialize.

  • Kids Zone: A safe space with padded turf, foam play blocks, and children’s book carts
  • Craft Corner: A dedicated space for arts & crafts, table games, and bistro seating
  • Chess Pavilion & Reading Room: Includes chess, mahjong, giant Scrabble, and a book cart
  • Large Games Zone: Featuring ping pong tables, pop-a-shot basketball, and foosball (coming in spring)

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Downtown San Francisco, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Outdoors
Address: Geary and Powell, San Francisco, CA

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