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SF’s 11th Annual More Than 2 Blocks of Art (2024)

Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP for a free drink at the bar

Market Street, 5th to 9th Street | San Francisco, CA

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SF’s 11th Annual More Than 2 Blocks of Art (2024)

Explore art throughout reimagined buildings spaces, in plazas, on sidewalks, in galleries and restaurants, and more — at More Than 2 Blocks of Art!

Over the course of two days, from September 21-22, 2024 11am-6pm, visitors will enjoy a vibrant showcase of art and music across four blocks of Market Street, from 5th to 9th, transforming 20+ ground-floor retail spaces into pop-up galleries and music venues.

Stop by the event hub at The Hibernia to shop the Vendor Vault Artisan Market, and grab a drink at the bar, where the first 150 guests each day, who show their Eventbrite RSVP, can get a free drink (beer, wine, batch cocktails or soft drink).

Featured artists include visual artists Tracy Piper, Joelle Provost, Cameron Story, Anja Ufledt, Jon Vohr; light artist Phil Spitler; installation-based artist Beth Krebs; and others in the fields of calligraphy, ceramics, collage, fashion, illustration, painting, and photography. The four block stretch is also home to acclaimed public art commissions from: Lawrence Argent, Alicia McCarthy, Clare Rojas and more.

“2 Blocks of Art” Mid Market Art Walk
Saturday and Sunday, September 21-22, 2024 | 11a-6p
Market Street from 5th to 9th, SF
FREE

  • RSVP for Free Drink – RSVP via Eventbrite and be among the first 150 visitors to the Hibernia during the event to redeem your confirmation email for a free drink!
  • Shop the Vendor Vault Artisan Market and Sketch the Block artists
  • Live music in front of the Warfield and A.C.T. Strand Theater
  • Building tours of Ingka Centre at noon and the Hibernia at 1pm and 3pm
  • FREE bike parking at Warm Planet Bikes
  • See full event updates

Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Mark your calendar and join us for More Than 2 Blocks of Art!

 

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Cost: FREE*
*RSVP for a free drink at the bar
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, San Francisco, Sponsored, Walks & Tours
Venue: Market Street, 5th to 9th Street
Address: San Francisco, CA

Saturday, September 21, 2024

6:30 am   Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)  $4.70*
*Riders can purchase tickets using their Clipper Card or in the SF Bay Ferry app. One-way transbay ferries start at $4.70. "Short Hops" like SF Ferry Building to SF Pier 41, or Main Street Alameda to Oakland Jack London Square start just $1.
All Day   17th Annual Luna Park Chalk Art Festival (San Jose)  FREE
8:00 am   40th Anniversary First Global Celebration of the UN International Day of Peace in San Francisco  FREE*
*Free for the entire event and no purchase necessary
9:00 am   Ski and Snowboard Swap 2024 (Danville)  $5*
*5 and under free with adult
9:00 am   Caltrain’s 1st Ever “Electric Service Launch Party” w/ Free Caltrain Rides (Sept. 21-22)  FREE
9:30 am   Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
9:30 am   Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
10:00 am   Flower Piano 2024: 12 Hidden Pianos in Golden Gate Park (Sept. 13-22)  FREE*
*Free for San Francisco Residents with proof of ID. $13-15 for regular adult entry.
10:00 am   Children’s Book Festival: Meet 30+ Book Creators (Fairyland)  $17*
*General Admission: USD 17.00
10:00 am   Lafayette Art & Wine Festival (Sept. 21-22)  FREE*
*FREE Admission FREE Parking FREE Shuttle FREE Bike Valet
10:00 am   San Francisco “Vintage Market” at Civic Center (Every 3rd Saturday)  FREE
10:00 am   SF’s “Muni Heritage Day” 2024: Ride Rare Historic Bus & Trolleys (Sept. 21-22)  FREE*
*The outdoor event is free and all rides on special streetcars and vintage buses originating from the plaza are free. Regular fares on F Line and Cable Cars
10:00 am   SF’s “Secondhand Saturday” 2024 w/ Sunset Mercantile (Every Third Saturday)  FREE*
*Free Admission
11:00 am   SF’s 2024 Chinatown Lion Dance Festival (Sept. 21-22)  FREE
11:00 am   “UN Peace Day” 2024 in San Francisco  FREE
11:00 am   “Love Letters to Dolores Park” + Free Scavenger Hunt (SF)  FREE*
*Event is completely free. No RSVP or donations requested. People are free to come and go from the event as they please during the scheduled event hours.
11:00 am   2024 San Francisco Greek Festival (Sept. 20-22)  FREE
11:00 am   Martinez Pride 2024  FREE
11:30 am   Bluegrass Brunch at SF’s Rooftop Salesforce Park  FREE*
*Free for all
12:00 pm   Free “Peace Day” Festival at The New Farm (SF)  FREE*
*Free all day
12:00 pm   “VIva las XICAs” at Levi’s Plaza (SF)  FREE*
*Free Admission Event for ALL ages
12:00 pm   2024 “Ever Higher” Free Excelsior Arts & Music Festival (SF)  FREE*
*All Ages
12:00 pm   Free “Round the World” Music, Dance & Art Festival (Alameda)  FREE*
*All ages free! RSVP recommended
12:00 pm   Autumn Abundance Well-being Fair (SF)  FREE*
*RSVP requested but not required
12:00 pm   Asian Invasion: NorCal – Pop Art Event (Dublin)  FREE*
*Free for everyone of all ages
12:00 pm   Rancho Day Fiesta 2024 (Pacifica)  FREE*
*Free; cost for food, drink and crafts
12:00 pm   Queer Art Fair at Stonestown  FREE*
*FREE all day
12:00 pm   Bay Area Latin Heritage Festival (Rodeo)  FREE
1:00 pm   2-for-1 Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting at Tripp Distillery (Pacifica)  $9*
*Distillery Tour and tastings for two $9 (normally $18)
1:00 pm   SFUSD’s “Pizza Farm”  FREE*
*Free tickets required: https://pizza-farm-september.eventbrite.com
2:00 pm   Radium Runway: Summer Concert w/ “True Loves” (Alameda Point)  $20*
*General admission - $20 in advance, $25 day-of-show Premium $49 (includes admission for 2, seated at a table and two drink tickets) Youth (13 & Under) – Free
2:00 pm   SF’s Free “Europe in the Park” Festival (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
*Free
2:00 pm   “SF Live” FREE Outdoor Concert w/ Goldfish, Bag Raiders + Mykki Blanco (Union Square)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP
2:00 pm   Caltrain Electric Service Launch Party (Palo Alto)  FREE
3:00 pm   Levitt Vibe Oakland Music Series w/ Malo  FREE
3:00 pm   SF’s “Pier Party” at Fisherman’s Wharf: Free Summer Salsa Concert (2024)  FREE
3:00 pm   Taraval Night Market by The Beach (SF)  FREE
3:00 pm   Southeast Community Center Fall Bazaar (SF)  FREE
4:00 pm   SF’s “Heart of the Richmond District” Summer Night Markets (2024)  FREE
4:00 pm   “Saturdays in the City” SF’s Free Neighborhood Street Party (Valencia St.)  FREE
4:00 pm   The San Francisco Barbie Pub Crawl “Malibu Beach Party” (2024)  $14.23*
*Tix start at $14.23 (fee included): Ticket includes entry to Barbie Crawl & Contests + Drink Specials.
4:00 pm   Heart of the Richmond District Night Market  FREE
5:00 pm   SF’s “Salsa in the Streets 2024” Summer Block Party  FREE*
*https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-in-the-streets-2024-tickets-887351792097?aff=oddtdtcreator
5:00 pm   Final “Salsa in the Streets” Summer Block Party of 2024 (SF)  FREE
7:00 pm   SF’s “Joy Luck Comedy” Night: One-Night-Only in Chinatown  $15.38
7:00 pm   “Ricky Montgomery” Live at The UC Theatre (Berkeley)  $35
7:00 pm   $19.99 “Opening Night” at Fear Overload Scream Park 2024 (East Bay)  $19.99*
*We have dynamic pricing, and so our price varies depending on the date of arrival. Our prices are as low as $19.99, and generally the cheapest dates are Sunday through Thursday.
7:00 pm   FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)  FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Comedy Showcase (SF)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)  FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
8:00 pm   “Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required, but pre-rolls start at just $7
8:00 pm   “Drunk Theatre” SF’s Wildest Comedy Show (September 2024)  $20*
*$20 adv / $25 door
8:45 pm   SF’s HellaDesi Comedy Night (Every Friday & Saturday)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $10 advanced tickets or $20 at door without RSVP
9:00 pm   Alchemist’s Saturday Night Throwbacks (SF)  FREE*
*Free Entry All Night. 21+
10:00 pm   No Scrubs: ’90s Hip Hop and R&B Night at “The Function” (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP before 11pm. Otherwise Get $5 off "Entry anytime" Tickets - Early Bird tickets $5 adv ($7.18 w/ fees) w/ code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $12.51). - 21+
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