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SF’s Free Outdoor “Groove on the Bricks” (Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza)

Every Friday Through October 25th.
Friday, September 20, 2024 - 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP

Embarcadero Plaza | 1 Market Street, San Francisco, CA

Free / RSVP

SF’s Free Outdoor “Groove on the Bricks” (Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza)

Groove on the Bricks
Every Friday| 3:00-7:00pm

Free DJ all-ages dance party and happy hour with Osha Thai awaits you and all your friends on the waterfront at Embarcadero Plaza. Start your weekend early this Friday and head to Groove on the Bricks!

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About Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza

Welcome to Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza — your destination to connect, celebrate and have fun with friends and family every Wednesday through Saturday this fall!

Starting this August, schedule a trip to Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza to experience a new, interactive program presented by Into The Streets and friends. From happy hours to dance parties, trivia nights to panel presentations – Bricks has something for everyone this summer and fall.

Come down to enjoy FREE public events Wednesday – Saturday from August through October 2024. The 12-week pilot of The Bricks @ Embarcadero Plaza is hosted by Into The Streets with supported and funding provided by SF New Deal, SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development, The Mayors Office of London N. Breed, and SF Rec & Park.

RSVP and check-in on site with your ticket to unlock giveaways and learn about specials from local businesses.

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*
*Free with RSVP
Categories: *Top Pick*, Club / DJ, Downtown San Francisco, Eating & Drinking, In Person, Live Music, Outdoors
Address: 1 Market Street, San Francisco, CA

Friday, September 20, 2024

All Day   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.
9:00 am   Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
*Free from 9-10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; otherwise non-resident admission is $12 - $16 depending on the season. San Francisco residents are always free with valid ID
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.
11:00 am   2024 San Francisco Greek Festival (Sept. 20-22)  FREE
11:00 am   “Pay-What-You-Can” Taco Day at SF’s Tato (Every Friday)  FREE*
*Every Friday pay anywhere from $0 up to $10. When a customer pays the full price of $10, TATO will give a free meal to someone in need in The City. Please note promotion might end at any time
1:00 pm   Fog Fest Photo Contest (September 23 Deadline)  FREE
2:00 pm   “Disconnect to Reconnect” Guided Meditation at Crissy Field  FREE*
*RSVP required - Donation based
2:00 pm   Downtown’s SF’s Free “Oktoberfest on Front” Block Party 2024 w/ To-Go Cocktails  FREE*
*No cover for admission. Food and drink for purchase
4:00 pm   Catbird Store Opening Party in San Francisco (Flash Poetry, Pizza & Wine)  FREE*
*No RSVP required
5:00 pm   Friday Nights at OMCA w/ La Misa Negra + Afro-Latin Dance Party  FREE*
*Music, activities, garden access is all free; food and drinks for purchase; gallery entry requires Museum ticket purchase
5:00 pm   MCD “Summer Party” w/ Live Neon Bending at SF’s Museum of Craft and Design  $10*
*Normally $15, get $5 off with discount code FUNCHEAP
5:00 pm   Recology AIR Opening Work (Sept. 20-24)  FREE
5:00 pm   2024 Fall Equinox Inner Sunset Art Walk (SF)  FREE*
*RSVP Required
5:00 pm   $1 Drink Fridays: “Battle of the Decades” DJ Party (North Beach)  FREE*
*Free admission with RSVP on Eventbrite
5:00 pm   “Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)  FREE*
*Most outdoor activities and entertainment is free and open to the public from 5-9pm. Regular Museum applies to enter the galleries
7:00 pm   “Rush Hour Comedy Night” w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)  FREE*
*RSVP Required
7:00 pm   FREE: Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktail Night 2024 (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   SF’s Huge Free Outdoor Rock Concert: Portugal. The Man (Civic Center)  FREE
7:00 pm   SF’s HellaSecret “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 8:45p)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Friday Night Comedy Showcase (The Function)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   Laugh GPT: SF’s First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2024)  FREE*
*Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:15 pm   The “Bernal Scream” Haunted Attraction (Sept. 20 – Nov. 3)  $25*
*We offer different ticket packages to enhance your experience today.
8:00 pm   “The Stoner Comedy Jam” Friday Nights (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required
8:00 pm   30% Off Tix: Cult-Hit Musical “Ride the Cyclone” Playing at NCTC (Sept. 20 – Oct. 20)  $30*
*Get 30% off tickets w/ secret code FUN30 at nctcsf.org - Promo code is valid on all tickets except already-discounted tickets for students/educators/seniors/veterans.
8:00 pm   SF’s 17-Year Run “Secret Improv Society” (Fridays & Saturdays)  $20*
*Normally $25, use secret code FUNCHEAP for $5 off tickets
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
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