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Saturday, October 17
SF’s “Drunk Theatre” Halloween Special: Nightmare on Valencia St. (Oct. 17)
A comedian takes five shots of whiskey in a row and tries to perform an improvised play with sober comedians. What could go wrong?!
Drunk Theatre is the entirely improvised, unpredictable, and crazy comedy show that’ll kick your weekend into overdrive. See what the SF Chronicle, CBS, LA Times, SF ...
38th Annual SF Old Car Picnic 2026 w/ Classic Vehicles (Golden Gate Park)
The 38th annual San Francisco Old Car Picnic returns to Hellman Hollow, also known as Historic Speedway Meadow, in Golden Gate Park. Spectators can attend free to see eligible 2001-and-older cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles parked on the meadow. Vehicle-entry donations benefit programs for people ...
Breakfast with Stephen Gomes — Kinship Earth
Saturday, October 17 – 8:00 am - Ends at 10:00 am |
Cost: FREE | Mabuhay Gardens
A relaxed, conversational pre-festival breakfast with Stephen Gomes — co-founder of Kinship Earth and Gaia’s Inc., former Bechtel Global Project Manager. Meet builders, organizers, funders, and regeneration-minded people over coffee and breakfast (available for purchase). Details: https://luma.com/ohzvlgk8
Shared Origins, Bright Mutual Future
Saturday, October 17 – 8:00 am - Ends at 3:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Mabuhay Gardens
An ancient-future solarpunk gathering in the San Francisco Bay bioregion. Co-convened by CrowdDoing and Solarpunkification, hosted at Mabuhay Gardens, supported by Kinship Earth — a registered public satellite event of the ORIGIN Global Festival (Cradle of Humankind, South Africa). Talks, a Warm Data Lab, festival ...
World’s Largest Bounce House + 900-Foot Obstacle Course in Bay Area (Oct. 17-25)
Get ready, Bay Area! The Big Bounce America is about to blow up (literally!) at the Alameda County Fairgrounds from Oct. 17-25.
This isn’t your average weekend outing—it’s a 50,000+ sq. ft. inflatable adventure featuring the World’s Largest Bounce House, a 900-foot obstacle course, live DJs, ...
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Saturday, October 17 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Downtown Half Moon Bay
It’s pumpkin season on the Coastside, and Half Moon Bay is going all in. The annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival takes over historic Main Street for two days of giant pumpkins, live music, food, art, costumes, contests, and the wonderfully over-the-top Great ...
54th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 17-18)
Welcome to the World Pumpkin Capital! The legendary Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival returns October 17 & 18, 2026, transforming historic Main Street into the ultimate celebration of autumn, pumpkins, art, food, music and good old fashioned fun. Admission is FREE. The experience ...
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
SF Opera’s Huge 2026 Costume Treasure Hunt & Sale for Halloween (Oct. 17-18)
Your Halloween costume could have a much better backstory this year. San Francisco Opera is opening its costume collection for a two-day sale in Burlingame, offering a rare chance to take home actual theatrical costumes from decades of productions at the War Memorial Opera House. ...
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
A Warm Data Lab at Shared Origins, Bright Mutual Future
Saturday, October 17 – 9:50 am - Ends at 11:50 am |
Cost: FREE | Mabuhay Gardens
A facilitated Warm Data Lab as part of the day’s festival — share stories around a common question, move between small groups to explore it from different viewpoints, and gather to share insights. Co-hosted with Jess Groopman. Everyone welcome; no preparation needed. Registration: https://luma.com/g9l0pkv0
Filipino American International Book Festival (SF Main Library)
Oct. 17-18, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days Explore the richness and variety of Filipino diasporic literature this Filipino American History Month. The Filipino American International Book Festival (FilBookFest) returns in October for its 8th iteration, continuing its legacy as the largest Filipino American ...
4th Annual Indie Author Fest 2026 + Book Fair (Millbrae Public Library)
San Mateo County Libraries is excited to host our fourth annual Indie Author Fest, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Millbrae Library, from 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM!
Come join us for an experience full of bookish and writerly fun, including:
A book fair
A presentation on ...
Free Chalk Art Event (El Cerrito)
Join the City of El Cerrito in celebrating United Against Hate Week with a free chalk art event on Saturday Oct 17 from 10 am – 1 pm! Professional artist live drawing, music, and read aloud story time thanks to reccomendations from the El Cerrito ...
SF’s 51st Annual Potrero Hill R&B Festival (2026)
Saturday, October 17 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 20th Street between Wisconsin and Missouri Streets
Potrero Hill’s annual neighborhood street festival returns for its 51st year, taking over four blocks of 20th Street with live R&B, food, family activities, and plenty of neighborhood hangout vibes.
The Potrero Hill Festival brings together local musicians, artists, food vendors, community groups, and activities for ...
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